She hands me a ring that has been crimped by squeezing opposite points on the circumference almost together. The metal is strong and despite its modest gauge I cannot bend it. Once placed around the scrotum and crimped, it is obvious that it cannot be slipped off.
“We have found that it is important for the assigned behavior specialist to be the woman who permanently attaches the ring. An obvious symbolic gesture, but one which is easily understood by the candidate. Once this is in place, he’s here to stay. Let me show you.”
The Director retrieves an electrical device similar to that held by Greta. She pushes and holds a button. The ring in my hand heats, then I can feel a tingle of electricity. She releases the button.
“That’s just a warning charge. Easy to bear on the tough skin of th
