In a tense moment, the protagonist finds himself confronted by the alarming state of a girl he likes, whose clothes are nearly dry despite being drenched. As she mutters incomprehensibly, he catches what seems like a nonsensical phrase about dung balls, a situation that could be seen as humorous if it wasn't so dire. This strange state indicates something far more serious than mere confusion; it suggests she is in grave danger.

Setne reveals that the girl is possessed by Khepri, the Egyptian god represented as a dung beetle, known for rolling the sun through the sky. The protagonist struggles with the bizarre notion that the girl is connected to a divine creature associated with dung, making it hard for him to accept this surreal reality. The juxtaposition of an endearing crush with the absurdity of her current condition creates a mix of concern and disbelief in the protagonist's mind.