The town streets of Adullam remained oblivious to their presence, too much in a rush to care or notice. It was as though there was a war going on.
"So what? Are we in Ancient Israel?" William asked.
"The United Kingdom of Israel and Judah during the reign of King Saul, also called the United Monarchy." Kazi's gaze swept the area, scanning and absorbing the architecture and the people. We're at a frontier city."
William was glancing about, uncertainty etched across his face. "Meaning…?"
Kazi flashed a knowing smile and stopped a passerby, a man dressed in simple attire. "Hey, friend, what's happening? Who are we fighting?"
The simple man's eyes blinked at the unexpected query, but he quickly composed himself. "Oh! Have you not heard? The Philistines and their army are coming! We must prepare and reconvene King Saul's forces! Everyone but the women and children must participate!"
