Instead of expressing his gratitude, however, Caesar becomes enraged. Hoping to appease him, the king's men present a "surprise gift" - Pompey's severed head. "This dispute between you and she must end," he says imperiously. Rattled, the king's men assure him they are not worried about the "absurd claim." Caesar is not assuaged. Caesar inquires about their preparations for war - he's learned that the king's sister, Cleopatra, disputes the boy's right to the throne. In pursuit of Pompey Magnus, Caesar and his men head to Egypt, where they pay a visit to the 12-year old King Ptolemy and his advisors.
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