Welma stood behind a pillar, gripping the tray as she watched the drama unfold. She had whispered that Rose shouldn't take the drink, but she doubted Rose had heard. She wished she could do more, but her life might well be at stake here.
She made sure a maid saw her get the wine, but simultaneously, she had to be mindful of the servants on the crown prince's side. It was such a huge mess. However, no one could say she didn't hand the drink to Rose. Rose not drinking it was therefore not her fault, but if she was stupid and drank it, providence would say she had tried to stop Rose. She left a warning—though unclear, it should have been more than enough to stop anyone from drinking it.
Welma had expected Rose to toss the drink at some point when Rose thought no one was looking. That was why she had quickly hidden behind one of the pillars in the ballroom to watch. However, nothing prepared her for the series of events that followed.
