What would be comfortable right now is a break in the tension. But Yukimura wouldn't appreciate that, and this is his show. He's sending an important message right now about the risks and consequences of threatening his power and his loved ones. He has to maintain that image of zero tolerance, lest he invite more of it. He's the king, after all.

Still, this is a sobering moment. He gets his feet under him and hops down to join Jackal and Lissa, setting a hand on her shoulder in quiet support as he watches.