the king of Jericho one the king of Ai (near Bethel) one
Then the Lord said to Joshua, “Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. Take the whole army with you, and go up and attack Ai. For I have delivered into your hands the king of Ai, his people, his city and his land.
Not a man remained in Ai or Bethel who did not go after Israel. They left the city open and went in pursuit of Israel.