*Ainslee*

“That is a fantastic idea,” King Axel says after a pause. “Yes, Kris would be ideal in this situation.”

“Er… but… he’s… a bit… um… torture-y… Your Majesty,” I gulp. “Maybe he wasn’t such a good suggestion?”

“Nonsense,” King Axel responds, standing. “He will get done what needs doing. And he knows better than to make me angry. I will be quite upset if he gets… what did you say?” He shakes his head, unwilling to use my not-quite-a word. “If he tortures anyone. At any rate, I will be most displeased if he makes me regret appointing him.”

That made sense. Kris will have no qualms about throwing...