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Camille takes on household responsibilities to help her family during financial ruin, leading her to work off her father's debt at the mysterious manor for a fierce-looking baron who gradually reveals his kind nature and true form, ultimately leading to their happy union.

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Camille takes on household responsibilities after her family faces financial ruin, seeking advice from villagers to become the family's support system.
Antoine, initially feared by locals due to his fierce appearance, reveals a kind and magnanimous nature, sharing his past and quest for redemption with Camille, leading to a transformative journey of companionship and joy.

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Who is the host of Get Sleepy?
Thomas
What story is narrated in Get Sleepy?
Beauty and the Beast
What does Camille do after her family faces financial ruin?
Seeks advice from villagers
What news does Laurent receive about his lost ship?
Returned, bringing hope of financial recovery
What does Laurent do when confronted by the man at the mansion?
Cuts roses from a bush

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Summary

00:00

Get Sleepy: Dreamy Beauty and the Beast

Thomas is the host of Get Sleepy, where he narrates stories to help listeners relax and fall asleep.
Tonight's story is a dreamy retelling of Beauty and the Beast, perfect for a good night's sleep.
Thomas encourages listeners to focus on their breathing to calm the nervous system and aid in falling asleep.
Camille, the youngest daughter of a merchant named Laurent, takes on household responsibilities after their family faces financial ruin.
Camille seeks advice from villagers to learn essential skills and becomes the glue holding the family together.
Laurent receives news that one of his lost ships has returned, bringing hope of financial recovery.
Laurent's hopes are dashed when he discovers his reclaimed wealth has been used to pay off debts, leaving him empty-handed.
Seeking shelter during a storm, Laurent unknowingly enters a grand mansion and enjoys a meal before falling asleep.
Waking the next morning, Laurent feels embarrassed for entering the mansion without permission and quietly leaves.
Laurent, feeling humiliated, leaves the mansion and returns to his horse, finding the imposing chateau behind him as he departs.

28:59

Daughter sacrifices for father's debt at manor.

Laurent, nearing the end of a walkway, spots a charming pergola overrun with rose bushes, including a bush with stunning pink roses, remembering his promise to his daughter Camille.
He cuts all the roses from the bush with a knife, absorbed in his task, until he is confronted by a fierce-looking man who accuses him of taking advantage of his hospitality and demands compensation for the roses.
Laurent, unable to pay, is given a choice by the man to work off his debt or have someone from his family take his place within a week.
Laurent returns home and tells his children about his situation, leading to Camille volunteering to take his place at the manor to work off the debt.
Camille prepares to leave for the manor, pressing the rose her father gave her in a book as a reminder, determined to make her father proud.
Camille and Laurent set off for the manor, with Laurent feeling heavy-hearted about leaving his daughter behind to work off his debt.
Camille arrives at the manor, led to a luxurious bedroom by a boy named Gabriel, who informs her that she will meet the baron the next day to discuss her duties.
Camille unpacks her belongings, has dinner brought to her room by Gabriel, and falls asleep quickly, having strange dreams about the manor.
The next morning, Gabriel brings her breakfast and informs her that the baron wants to meet her in his study.
Camille prepares to meet the baron, feeling a mix of nerves and curiosity about her new life at the mysterious manor.

58:18

"Camilla's Transformation in Neglected Chateau"

Camilla nervously approached the Very Room where her father had once eaten his stolen Fireside Dinner.
She met a man with a copious amount of facial hair, who appeared unattractively prominent and scowling.
The man offered Camilla a job to work off her father's debt, mentioning basic household tasks like cleaning and cooking.
Camilla learned that the man lived alone in the Chateau, feared by the locals due to his fierce appearance.
Gabriel, the only connection to the outside world, helped manage the estate with Camilla.
The Chateau was neglected, with many unused rooms covered in dust and cobwebs.
Camilla was introduced to the grand library, filled with countless volumes and rolling ladders.
She was tasked with cleaning and organizing the kitchen, the Baron's study, and the front entryway.
Camilla prepared a simple roasted chicken dinner for the Baron, who offered her access to the library.
Despite initial apprehension, Camilla began to appreciate her new role and the opportunities it presented.

01:27:19

"Camille's Journey: Redemption and Renewal"

Camille explored the Chateau, discovering elegant rooms filled with dusty furniture and clothing from a bygone era.
She stumbled upon a special room with a lady's belongings, including silk dresses, necklaces, and a sapphire ring.
The Baron offered Camille a weekly salary for her work as his housekeeper, which she gladly accepted.
Despite Antoine's unsightly appearance, Camille found joy in her work and the access to his impressive library.
Antoine showed kindness to beggars, contrary to the town's people's attitudes towards him, citing Aristotle's teachings on magnanimity.
Antoine shared his past with Camille, revealing his mother's influence, his downfall into poor lifestyle choices, and a curse placed upon him by a mysterious woman.
Camille pondered Antoine's predicament and his quest for redemption through humanity, realizing his transformation over the years.
Camille visited her family for her sister's wedding, showcasing her improved financial situation and expanded worldview.
Upon returning to the Chateau, Camille found Antoine in a state of disarray, prompting her to restore order and uplift his spirits.
Spring brought new life to the estate, with Camille and Antoine enjoying the garden, fresh air, and a renewed sense of joy and companionship.

01:56:34

"Journey to Wedding: Transformative Love Story"

Gabriel wished the pair well on their journey, promising to maintain the estate in their absence.
The journey to Camille's village was swift, covered in a day, with summer showing its verdant face.
Camille and Antoine's companionable journey ended at her family's cottage, met by her siblings' rude gawking.
The wedding day arrived, with Camille and Antoine feeling uncomfortable and scrutinized during the ceremony.
Camille's attempt to defend Antoine's character at the celebration led to a transformative moment for both of them.
Antoine's enchantment was lifted, revealing his true handsome self, leading to their exchange of vows at the Chateau.

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