I am disposed to think that she would have reigned even though she had not contributed to the eatables; but with that point in her favour, she was able to make herself supreme.
Jeannette, too, was her servant, which was a great thing.

Mr Cheesacre soon gave way; and though he bustled about and was conspicuous, he bustled about in obedience to orders received, and became a head servant.

Captain Bellfield also made himself useful, but he drove Mr Cheesacre into paroxysms of suppressed anger by giving directions, and by having those directions obeyed.

A man to whom he had lent twenty pounds the day before yesterday, and who had not contributed so much as a bottle of champagne! "We're to dine at four, and now it's half-past three," said Mrs Greenow, addressing herself to the multitude.
"And to begin to dance at six," said an eager young lady.
"Maria, hold your tongue," said the young lady's mother.
"Yes, we'll dine at four," said Mr Cheesacre.

"And as for the music, I've ordered it to be here punctual at half-past five.