I used to clean for a living. [ Something like that. ] I couldn't stand the idea of this place looking — dilapidated. [ Overall, it doesn't, though. The plants are fine, if a little waterlogged, the walkway is as tended as it can be. It's quaint, and she's got something of a complex about feeling useful. Belle smiles, however small, and takes his hand as she rises to her feet. ]

And I was just happy to see the sunshine.

[ She does tilt her head at the ears, but she doesn't want to be rude. ]

Storms like that, are they normal?