The King clenches his fists and laughs, proudly declaring that he extinguished a life for no reason — a sign of his power. He revels in crushing the fragile 'strengths' of others, proclaiming that violence is the ultimate force in the world. He leaves the Royal Guards, and a crying Pouf admits he cannot hold on any longer. The Hunters deduce the King hurt himself, and Morel senses something is wrong.