At midnight, Baklan comes to the surface of the pond and sees the sleeping monkeys.  With murder in his heart, he creeps onto the bank and seizes Ongkot.  As the monster attempts to crush him, Ongkot gradually wakens from his heavy sleep and realizes with some difficulty that he is being attacked.  Throwing off his deadly languor, the son of Palee grapples with the monster, beats him to his knees, and seizes his sword.  Strong as he is, Baklan is no match for Ongkot and is quickly reduced to suing for mercy, whimpering in astonishment, "Such a little monkey, and yet so strong."

"Little monkey indeed," shouts Ongkot angrily.  "I'll have you know you're dealing with no less than a soldier of Phra Narai, you watery oaf."