"We captured two more last night," Xin Wuming reported to Amon. They were meeting inside Surly Gate Town's town hall.
What Xin Wuming referred to was two citizens who were caught by their soldiers as they attempted to sabotage one of the supply warehouses.
"That is expected," Amon said. "Once we lift the curfew, disillusioned people who think themselves patriotic will try to do something. We must set an example to dissuade the rest. Have those captives executed in public and hang their corpses where everyone can see. Announce it to the whole town. Let everyone be aware that this is the price if they try to be this nation's hero."
Xin Wuming bowed in acknowledgement before leaving. He and Amon were not the only ones there. The First Demon Army's other regiment leaders were also there.
