Some people in the crowd began to nod in agreement, but some still expressed doubt: "You said we should look for reinforcements, but where can we find them? Who will come to help us?"
Elisha answered without hesitation: "The Holy Egyptian Alliance."
"Lord David said that the Holy Pharaoh has executed the Supreme Ruler King, and the Hebrews no longer have any reason to fight."
"If we can contact the Holy Egyptian Army, they should be willing to intervene."
At this time, someone raised an objection: "But why would they be willing to help us?"
The principal took over: "Because what we are facing now is not an ordinary rebellion, but a riot that may lead to a greater disaster. If left unchecked, the entire Hebrew region will be plunged into chaos."
"This is clearly not in the interests of either party."
There was silence for a while, and then a middle-aged man asked a question.
"But who should we seek support from? Should we look for other cities in the Hebrew Empire, or... ask for help from the Holy Egyptian Alliance?"
This question was like a spark falling into dry wood, immediately triggering a new round of heated debate.
The people in the room were divided into two factions, one supporting seeking help from other cities in the empire, while the other was inclined to seek help from the Holy Egyptian Alliance that defeated the Supreme Ruler King.
"We should contact the nearby Hebrew city!"
An old man insisted, “After all, we are all Hebrews, connected by blood!”
"Those foreigners are not trustworthy!"
Another person retorted: "That's easy to say!"
"What proof do you have that the rest of the New Hebrew Empire will believe us? Who would risk their lives and bring a large army to defend another city?"
"Unless City Lord David is still alive, how could they possibly believe us?"
The principal stepped in to mediate: "If we want to seek help from other cities in the Hebrew Empire, we really need solid evidence."
"It would be best if it had the seal or signature of David, the Lord of the City. Otherwise, as he said, no one would believe us."
"Now, the troops in the cities of the New Hebrew Empire are all the capital of the city lords. They will never be mobilized easily."
Finally, he turned to Elisha and asked, "Do you have with you any token from David?"
When Elisha heard this, he just shook his head: "No, there is nothing special."
"Besides, I was woken up by David in the middle of the night, and I didn't bring anything with me."
"Nothing."
The principal sighed: "Oh, this is difficult."
"Without substantial evidence, it would be difficult for other cities in the empire to believe the claim that Hebron had fallen."
"They will certainly send out scouts before considering mobilizing the main force."
"But mobilizing the army requires consultations from many city lords. I'm afraid those still alive in the city can't wait that long."
"Furthermore, with so much time on their hands, Hebron's defenses will likely need to be significantly strengthened. This will only make the city even more difficult to defend."
Then, someone immediately asked, "What about the Holy Egyptian Alliance? They've already defeated the Supreme Ruler King. Perhaps they will actually send a large army to help us?"
The principal looked troubled. "We haven't heard from them since the Holy Egyptian Alliance captured Jerusalem."
"Their army's whereabouts are unknown. Although Elisha said he would ask for help from the Holy Egyptian Alliance, it's actually not that simple."
"We can only move on to Jerusalem and try our luck."
As the debate raged, a middle-aged man stood up and said, "Hey! Instead of worrying about who to ask for help, why don't we think about what we can do ourselves?"
"Everyone here, some of you have families!"
"They are still alive, and even their relatives in the city are still being tortured. We can't just sit back and watch!"
"We must hurry up and not dawdle any longer!"
Another person chimed in: "Yes!"
"We can try to gather some combat-capable people, and maybe find a way to get into the city and rescue some of the residents!"
This suggestion immediately received responses from many people.
The atmosphere in the room shifted from passive to proactive, and people began brainstorming where force might be available.
"There's a hunting team of retired soldiers in the northern mountains!"
A man who looked like a hunter said this, with a gleam in his eyes.
"I know their leader. Now that something like this has happened in Hebron, they'll definitely be willing to help!"
Another man added: "There are also many strong young men among the loggers in the eastern forests. My nephew works there. I can go find him."
“Maybe dozens of people will come!”
The discussion gradually became more concrete, and people began to assign tasks, determine who would go in which direction, and how much time was estimated to take.
Someone took out stones and wrote down people's words on a wooden board.
Then, a farmer said, "I can go to the village in the southwest. The villagers there are equipped with bows and arrows and can provide support!"
Another person also suggested: "There is often a small caravan in the northeast. They have their own escort team. Perhaps I can persuade them to join."
The plans became more detailed and the timetable gradually took shape.
Most people estimate that it will take one or two days to return, and the longest journey will not exceed three days.
At this moment, a man with scars all over his face stood up.
"I know the former captain of the guards who was in charge of security in the west of the city. He has now settled in the suburbs and has a dozen reliable old subordinates under him."
"If we can convince them, we can put together a decent team."
As the discussion deepened, more and more resources were integrated.
Those who had originally planned to escape immediately began to change their minds and expressed their willingness to contribute their own strength.
Finally, the principal summarized the information.
"We can split into two groups. One group will search for the scattered military forces, while the other will head to the possible location of reinforcements. The rest will stay here and wait."
The plan was initially finalized and the crowd began to disperse.
Some people packed their bags and prepared to leave, while others stayed in their rooms, silent.
The originally crowded basement gradually became half empty.
The principal finally turned to the boy and said, "Elisha, you stay here and wait for news. This place is relatively secluded and safe."
"I will do my best to protect you."
Elisha raised his head and after hesitating for a moment, he spoke slowly.
"Principal, I can also go find reinforcements."
“I’m familiar with the roads around Hebron.”
"Because I used to live outside Hebron, so I'm very familiar with this place."
"I know the route the Holy Egyptian Alliance's army took. Perhaps I can actually find them."
However, as soon as Elisha finished speaking, he was ridiculed by several people.
"you?"
"Yourself?"
"Will they pay attention to you?"
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