Looking at the crowd, Adrian said, "Now that you understand the situation, you should also understand what needs to be done next."

Rupert and the others raised their heads. When they looked at Adrian, the hostility they previously harbored had vanished. Instead, a complex mixture of emotions took its place.

"Tell us what to do. As long as it's within our abilities, we won't disobey," Rupert said resolutely, and the others chimed in agreement.

In a matter of minutes, over ten people expressed