The king walked out, probably in an attempt to calm himself and gather his thoughts. He had not yet said who had angered him the most, whether Haman for plotting against the people of the queen, or Esther for boldly meddling with state affairs. However, Haman knew the mind of the king.
The rules of court would require Haman to walk out as well, so as not to be alone with the king’s wife. However, in a desperate attempt to save his life, he remained behind and begged for mercy from Queen Esther.
Moments ago, it was Esther who was begging for her life. But the tables had suddenly turned. For the second time in one day, Haman was compelled to humble himself before a Jew!
7 And the king arose in his wrath from the wine-drinking and went into the palace garden, but Haman stayed to beg for his life from Queen Esther, for he saw that harm was determined against him by the king.