"The Kingdom has no reason to punish the city of Zeska as a whole. Surrender now and you have my word that only the real traitors will be punished."
Lith made sure that his voice echoed throughout the city, planting the seed of discord as well. No matter how valiant, there would always be people more interested in their own survival rather than a noble cause.
He had offered the commoners a way out and even the opportunity to get rid of the upper echelons of Zeska. Without the support of the commoners, the city would fall without a fight.
"I can't surrender just based on a few words and a conspiracy theory. We are not alone in this fight. Many other cities stood up against the Kingdom with us. I won't turn my back on them nor on Ranger Quaron without solid proof.
"We have helped each other for years through thick and thin. I won't let fear destroy our mutual trust." Captain Eman said.
