The Emperor Ming
You want to destroy me.
Flash Gordon
It's the only way to save Earth.
The Emperor Ming
What if l granted you a kingdom?
Flash Gordon
If you what?
The Emperor Ming
Ming the Merciless, ruler of the universe, offers Flash Gordon of Earth a kingdom of Mongo, to rule over as his own.
Flash Gordon
You're crazy. Why would you do that?
The Emperor Ming
Because I've never before met your like. You're a hero, don't you see that? Who better to rule a kingdom? Your moon is very close now. Earth's end might come within hours.
Flash Gordon
You'd call off the attack?
The Emperor Ming
I could.
Flash Gordon
Everyone would be saved?
The Emperor Ming
Yes... and no. After the earthquakes and tidal waves, they won't be quite the human beings you remember. They'll be more flexible. Easier for you to rule, in the name of Ming.
Flash Gordon
You mean slaves.
The Emperor Ming
Let's say they'll be satisfied with less.

