I don't understand why this thread got so out of hand.
Mike's only intention was to give a review of his purchase and experience. He has already stated that he understands that he won't be getting a refund, which is the only compensation he will accept. Nor does he want a replacement from LLL. I personally think he should get a full refund, but since LLL won't refund him, what else is he suppose to do? I don't blame him for not wanting a replacement animal from their stock. I wouldn't want another animal from them based on that experience and the potential factor of that replacement is carrying the same "something" that could potentially leads to a similar fate of the original king.
If LLL will not refund, but only replace the animal. Then I suggest LLL to purchase Mike a replacement king of his choice and equal value from a seller of his choice.
While I understand why they do it, the 24hr policy is still ridiculous imo.
Read the thread carefully Nikki. It's pretty obvious what happened here.