Executions …Towards the rear of the open arena, as the massive holo-graphic screens zoomed in for a more detailed view of the execution, the German Chancellor had to turn away, face turning green. Frement patted him on the arm. “It's an essential part of the process, Herr Chancellor.”
“Yes, but it so disgusting.”
“Perhaps. But necessary. Crime rates have plummeted since its introduction. You can't argue with that.”
“No, I understand, but … My God.” He took another quick glance before pressing a handkerchief to his mouth as the laser sliced through the naked man's testicles. Many in the audience roared their approval.
“Public castration is a great leveller, Chancellor,” said Frement above the victim's screams, which, piped through the enormous amplification system, reverberated around t
