"Sometimes pain is important," Marcus insisted as the servant began to bandage the Doctor. With a small frown, Marcus grasped the Doctor's chin and forced him to look at his master head on. Why did he suddenly seem so sad? He had a reward coming, that was a good thing! Marcus was only trying to thank him, why would he be sad over that? "Most people I know get excited over rewards, especially ones I put together. Given that I am the lord and Master of this kingdom, surely you should be thrilled."

Not everyone had the kind of power that Marcus had. He had put a lot of thought into this reward too. "Don't you like my gifts?"