When a deceitful cult leader’s doomsday prophecy comes true, his followers refuse to believe he’s not a prophet, despite his panicked confession, forcing him to take responsibility and find refuge for them all before the asteroid strikes.

I like the premise for this but I think it's worded in a slightly confusing way.

I've got to ask though... why is he forced to take responsibility? Why doesn't he just run away? He's deceitful - why not a coward too? I feel like I need more to understand his motives for sticking around.

Hope this helps.

If they prophesy comes true, why would they doubt him