Red realized that things didn't really change. He might be stronger, but it didn't change or stop others from trying to kill him. The Chief might not condone killing, but he wouldn't put in extra effort to stop it.
What he didn't understand was why the Chief allowed him to fight to the death with a hob? Especially after their big loss under the Dire Wolf attack. This was not a wise decision.
He hated the hob for what the hob attempted, but he didn't want to kill the hob. Especially when the kobold came for the village. He didn't want to kill, but he would have to if his hand was forced. He also took a mental note about the Matron. If a chance was presented to him, he must kill that Matron.
Red's mind was in a chaotic jumble. He told Darla to stay at home or go to the main kitchen, not wanting her to find out the issue. He would solve the issue on his own.
