@Keb wrote:
I think the library (and possibly bedroom library–the pillow is totally on the bed/couch in the corner of the scene) was his way of thanking her for stopping him. When he realized what he would have been doing by killing Robin Hood, it hit super close to home. Belle saved him from committing a crime he would have hated himself for later. (You know, more than he already hates himself.)
I’d say it also reflects a blossoming affection for his caretaker, but I think that’s what his logic was in his mind.
Yes, I agree.
Once again, awesome character break down analysis thelonebamf. I read that whole thing from beginning to end.
I agree, Rumpel giving Belle the library (even as another space to clean) was definitely “testing the waters of a potential relationship.”
Over all, I think the episode was less about Belle falling in love, rather more about Rumpel opening himself up to love. With Skin Deep, you see the reverse: Belle seeing Rumpel in a different light and falling in love with him.