"Simple," Laurent said, plans taking shape in his head as he spoke. He picked up an orange, already peeled, began delicately eating it segment by segment. "You obey my instructions and attempt my tests. They won't necessarily be pleasant. As you succeed, we will have breakfast and reading in the morning, walks in the garden in the afternoon, pleasant dinners, and games of chess in the evening. Each time you fail or refuse, I'll lock myself in my room and spend the day reading, endeavoring to be as un-entertaining as possible. The next morning, we'll begin again."

He wasn't providing any option or alternative. The Beast had let Laurent figure out an adequate portion of what he wanted. And now Laurent intended to use it to control him.