The tension escalates as guards scatter in fear while Apollo confidently approaches. Seth, still agitated, insists on their connection, proclaiming that they are one. His anger is palpable, and as he addresses Apollo, he challenges him directly, mocking the god and questioning his willingness to fight. Seth's bravado suggests a deep-seated belief in his own invincibility.

Despite Seth's taunts, Apollo remains undeterred, ready to face him regardless of the form he takes. The confrontation is charged with rivalry, as Seth believes he cannot be killed, yet Apollo expresses a willingness to overpower him physically. Their exchange highlights the fierce animosity between the two, setting the stage for an epic clash of wills.