"Why, Yrael?" it asked as darkness faded and the sun set, with a shiny metal sphere sinking slowly to the ground. "Why?" The question hints at curiosity or seeking a reason behind Yrael's actions or existence.
Yrael responds cryptically, saying "Life," suggesting that life itself — including creatures like fish, birds, mice, and natural beauty — is the true answer or purpose. His words evoke the richness and diversity of life that he embodies or represents, much like a mysterious or wise figure steeped in the natural world.