197 Buy Time

"Alan needs more time; we need to hold them back!" Vicky asserted, taking command in the tense situation. Her eyes scanned the group, trying to instill determination in each member.

However, her words were met with defiance from Ruth, the young female Redneck. She crossed her arms and spoke firmly, "With this number? No fucking way!" Her skepticism resonated with a few others, and worried murmurs spread through the group.

Wyatt, the other young rednecks, suggested they should leave while the horde had not yet completely surrounded the garrison. He was nervous, and his eyes darted to the looming threat outside. "We.. we need to go now!"

Merle, trying to maintain a sense of calm, took a deep breath and said, "No, we cannot leave... we will stay and help." He looked at Vicky, his expression determined. "What's the plan?"

Vicky quickly responded, "We abandon the wall and take our stand here at the fort entrance."