"I understand, though," here interposed M. Achille, "that the Parliaments, out of deference for His Majesty are willing that the King himself shall appoint this new comptroller of Finance."
"Petticoat Rule"
Emmuska Orczy, Baroness Orczy
Lucienne's influence to obtain the new post of comptroller for your own Count?
"Petticoat Rule"
Emmuska Orczy, Baroness Orczy
I think there is no doubt that ours is the stronger influence, and that if this Ministry of Finance comes into being, we shall be the Chief comptroller.
"Petticoat Rule"
Emmuska Orczy, Baroness Orczy