Quote Originally Posted by thegreatonemal View Post
No, you just don't understand the cultural lesson the story is conveying here.
You then go on to teach a 'cultural lesson' using 21st century not-yet-100%-certified morals and laws. "Report them for abusing the child" - to whom, and what for? Children were (and still are, in some places) property to be disposed of as the parents see fit. Female children more so.

The term "pimp" is a bit 16th Century, which is closer than "madam", which is ever so 19th Century. Both associations are a bit on the shady side, but not necessarily illegal, depending on the culture involved. In certain times, and in certain cultures, the owners of sex slaves were actually on the right side of society.

Does it make it right in the 21st Century. Not in my eyes. Should it provide an excuse for Random Murder and Wanton Sadism against an entire country (and other countries ruled by the same Mad Person? Not in my eyes. Should I condone the behaviour of said Mad Person just because they've led a terrible life and finally have the Power to cut loose? No.