“I don’t like people calling me Bel, especially those who hate me.’”
“I don't hate you,” said Bell.
“Then you don’t like me very much.”
This made Charles wonder whom did he like most? Was it Katherine or Bella?
Seeing that he didn't want to talk, Bella sneered at him. “You don’t even like me and I’m not even sure how this makes me feel. From now on, you should call me Bella, like everyone else. This way others won’t assume that we like each other and will stop making inappropriate thoughts.”
“OK, Bella!” Charles had nothing other to say.
Bella was surprised by her sudden reaction to Charles using her real name. Her heart was aching because if Charles was willing to call her Bella, it meant that he didn’t like her any longer.
“My Lord, why did you ask me to come here?” Bella st
