"What an insolent thing you three are. And faithful. That is, to whatever employer sent you into my domain. It's a pity. If only you could learn civility. Though that is asking much of dredges." He sighed then and began tapping his fingers together quietly. "Hmm. I wonder. Would they bear this for you if your roles could be reversed? I doubt it." He leaned back against his royal seat and smiled indulgently. King Namor had all the time in the world. Still, it would be nice to get something to eat in the mean time. He summoned the servants for a hot meal. Something earth style. "Alright then. Start it up. This time on both the mutant and the boy. And make it hurt."
The operator gave a sold nod and he turned to twist the knob of the torture device one step higher. It was after all their penance. And they would lose sleep over it this time.