"I would not whine when I could not have my way, for starters. A king must always be calm, level-headed, and in control, three things you were never good at, if the current expression on your face is any indication." Ah, such a wonderful reaction, too. Luxord only smiled at the obvious rage in the other man's eyes before continuing. It was as delicious as the fish. "I would also not allow the situation to grow as dire as you had--unhappy peons do unhappy things, lowly as you may assume them, for they truly have no qualms turning against a false leader who is, I remind you, outnumbered. It would be best to cease being the diva you are quickly turn their desperation to your favor: 'save' them, if you will. Once they trust you utterly and know they could not possibly strive without you, then you may be the cruel tyrant you desire to be. They will not turn on a king who provides for them, even if it is only the necessities, after a time of need."

Like... hmm, who could possibly do that and was completely regarded as a savior for it? Oh, yes... Simba. Not that X was going to mention that or thought Scar could take such advice back to his world. This was simply for the fun of it.