Belle thanked Jaques for his help, as usual, and set out to find something to keep her busy during the long hours of the day. Knowing she could stay in the library made Belle happier. At least she would have a quiet place, where she could relax and read when she was not busy with needlework, which she hoped the maids would let her do.<br/><br/>Having come from a modest background, Belle was unaccustomed to being idle. At this time of day, at home, she would have done a lot already, and in there, she was simply idle, and it bothered here. Seeing Jaques' cheeks blushing made the young woman think of the previous night, and she blushed a little herself. With a deep breath, she tried to look less embarrassed. When Jaques talked about the room she should never go into, Belle felt her curiosity burn inside. What was there inside that room? If it wasn't for her fear of the Beast, the girl would probably have run there immediately.<br/><br/>Trying to ignore these thoughts, Belle helped Jaques with the fire, to keep busy, and waited in the library for the fabrics. Thanking Jaques profusely when he got her what she had requested, Belle got herself a chair by the fire and started working. At least, it kept her mind busy. She was so distracted, there by the warm fire and paying attention to her task that she wouldn't notice anyone nearby unless spoken to.