After the refugee convoy left the valley, they headed east without illumination from open flames, the entire long line advancing in darkness.
Occasionally, the convoy wound through mountain streams, looking at the darkened mountain peaks which appeared as shadowy fir tips. Without the stars, it would be difficult for anyone to discern directions in such an environment; those at the rear often had to passively follow the front convoy, one by one. The entire convoy consisted of ordinary citizens—although the fear made them somewhat conscientious, they inevitably jingled and clanged as they moved forward.
Following Brand's instructions, Frey divided the refugees into several zones, with each zone having two key members responsible for maintaining order. Frey explained to these small citizens what they should do, while Brand told them what might happen if they didn't follow these instructions—thus combining grace and threat, they managed to barely restrain the whole convoy.
