What does “the King” refer to?

Reading Comprehension: Read the quoted parts carefully and answer the questions in English. Write your answers in the corresponding space.
I heard a Fly buzz- when I died-
The Stillness in the Room
Was like the Stillness in the Air-
Between the Heaves of Storm-
The Eyes around- had wrung them dry-
And Breaths were gathering firm
For that last Onset- when the King
Be witnessed - in the Room-
What does “the King” refer to?
【正确答案】:

THE GOD OF DEATH.


【题目解析】:引文中的“the King”指的是死亡之神。