On the 2nd of March the strange news burst upon Europe, exciting rather a sense of solemnity than any less seemly feeling, of the sudden death of the Emperor Nicholas, former guest and fervent friend of the Queen-for whom she seems to have retained a lingering, rueful regard-Grasper at an increase of territory, disturber of the peace of Europe, dogged refuser of all mediation.
"Life of Her Most Gracious Majesty the Queen, (Victoria) Vol II"
Sarah Tytler
"There's where you and I differ, Mr. Layton," replied Grasper, rudely.
"Lessons in Life, For All Who Will Read Them"
T. S. Arthur
There was an insulting rudeness in the way Grasper uttered this last sentence, that made the honest blood boil in the veins of his unfortunate debtor.
"Lessons in Life, For All Who Will Read Them"
T. S. Arthur