On the island, Willems seeks control, justifying his actions while alienating everyone around him. His manipulations backfire, and his bond with Alma dissolves into mistrust and betrayal. Rejected by both European and native societies, he becomes a true outcast. His ties with Lingard and Almayer deteriorate, leaving him in total isolation. This section portrays the final collapse of Willems and critiques the illusions of colonial dominance.
