Quote by Walter Annenberg
Your Majesty, I took the liberty because I was so desirous of visiting alone with you for a few minutes before the rest of the other peasants arrived.
Summary
This quote suggests that the speaker, addressing a person of authority, such as a monarch, has intentionally sought a private audience with them before anyone else arrives. The phrase "took the liberty" implies that the speaker has acted without explicit permission, but their strong desire to spend time alone with the individual has led them to take this liberty. The use of the term "peasants" suggests a hierarchical distinction between the speaker and the rest of the individuals present, emphasizing the speaker's eagerness to address the authority at hand.