We're not well-liked. Well, you're not. The general opinion is that Maman calls the shots and you shit your pants when the French of Prussians come. I say, "He hasn't shit his pants in years."
Archduke Maximilian in The Empress, Season 1 Episode 1You'll never get fat. I can tell from your wrists. It's different with her. I'll have to get out of this soon. Don't worry, she doesn't understand.
Archduke Maximilian in The Empress, Season 1 Episode 1Sophia: "And who is this?"
Maximilian: "The enchanting Francesca, Baroness of somewhere."
Sophia: "I thought the Italians couldn't stand us."
Maximilian: "This one can."
Sophia: "I heard you sowed your wild oats on your journey."
My family has a talent for using pretty things for ugly purposes.
Archduke Maximilian in The Empress, Season 1Once you get to know me, you'll see I'm not a bad person. I'm just the black sheep of the family like you.
Archduke Maximilian in The Empress, Season 1 Episode 1