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I think that Colt and this chapter here is one of the first times the reader gets a feel for how similar the Ants and Humans can be. He's just as broke up over the Queens death as a human is at the death bed of their parent and I think Morel is touched by that. The first time I saw this in the anime, I didn't really get it. "Why should I feel sad for the death of the Queen?" I thought. But, the concern she has for her child is very touching and I think it's a great indicator of the emotional depth of this arc.
Also, the very first mention of the King's name.