Oh, yes, that's true. [He spoke nearly into his own drink, his eyes still on Rincewind.] There is a lot of screaming involved.

But it is interesting that he wouldn't mark you. [There was that skepticism.] Usually he likes exhibitions of obedience. The fact that you can remove them is all the more symbolic.

[But as Rincewind asked his question, Chilton lost the suspicion. He nodded, gravely, frowning.]

I'm not yet sure. I had -- spoken to him about it. Some time ago. Buying a little good will, you know.