Maxime stood up immediately, and the mercenaries, who had been keeping their wits about them because they knew an orc army was approaching, reacted immediately when they saw Maxime stand up abruptly.
Everyone, whatever they were doing, stopped immediately and approached Maxime, Laura and Moron.
Izo, who had been talking to Mira, suddenly interrupted the discussion, and with a small sign of apology went over to Maxime.
Andrew and Caleb also noticed the movement and glanced at each other solemnly.
For his part, Alden also left Elinor in spite of himself, sensing that the mood had suddenly changed.
The villagers also noticed the movement and began to worry.
Seeing the mercenaries and apprentice knights gathering in front of him, Maxime explained nothing.
"Everyone head for the top of the wooden ramparts built the day before."