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Incomprehension

His laughter redoubled again, which provoked an unbearable pout from his beloved nephew. The latter, moreover, continued proudly.

"Yes! I think it's a little too easy. And there's no need to mock my concepts. Because I don't know where the fun is in the game if the result is already obvious. It's like when someone tells you the end of a book you've spent days reading without interruption. For my part, it makes me want to change what's wrong."

Hearing those last words, but especially the tone of voice, the ruler trembled imperceptibly and all amusement disappeared from his face and mind. He pressed his lips together for a moment, then resumed, this time with an artificial smile.