Silence fell. Thick and dark full of speculations. Hazel knew that she could trust a few that they would only present the story the way she wanted in the public. but for the rest of them… her expressions darkened when she noticed Elene shocked and faltering. Her stunned and red face told the world that Evangeline was right.
"Oh, it looks strange that I have not invited all of you inside. I could not believe that I am keeping the Duchess waiting." Hazel signaled the enormous amount of maids and each ran to escort a guest with a tray full of flower petals. They were throwing it in front of the guests when they walked inside to cover their path from flowers.