2 Samuel 15:28

See, I will tarry in the plain of the wilderness, until there come word from you to certify me.

Cross-reference

In 2 Samuel 15:23, David crosses the Kidron into the wilderness, the very location where he says he will wait for word.

In 2 Samuel 17:1, Ahithophel plots to pursue David immediately, directly threatening David's vulnerable position at the fords.

In 2 Samuel 17:16, Hushai warns David to flee the fords immediately, countering his stated plan to wait there.