[The old king doesn't answer right away since he's actually giving this question some thought. While he doesn't recognize the youth's voice, Regis certainly acknowledges that this might be the most logical outcome.]

Just because it seems logical, doesn't quite make it right.

[His reason for going against the Null is a tad more complex than this but Regis isn't willing to voice all of his thoughts just yet.]

How can we trust our enemies so blindly? The Null care not for us either. They're no different and would sooner turn against us once we've killed their quarry.