The church, Popov stepped out of the cathedral and said to the people gathered around, "The main force is now ready to break out! They will attract the enemy's attention, and we, along with the choir, will push through from different directions and meet them at Shepetovka!"
"Those willing to follow the main force, head over to headquarters; you might catch the tail end. But under the current circumstances, even the main force may not be able to break out."
"Separated, the enemy might ignore us because we're militias and laborers!"
Someone in the crowd shouted, "What about the Guardian Army still fighting?"
Popov, "When it comes down to melee combat with the Prussian Infantry, their chances are slim. With the Guardian Army's level of training and organization, there is virtually no chance of them retreating in an orderly manner from in front of the enemy.
