Evalyn could tell those who weren't guilty by how conflicted and scared they were to look at her and others. Conversely, the guilty were glancing at them.
"I'll pass out the paper and pens now." She announced, placing the ballot box on a campsite table, "Sign your names on top before beginning.
There are three things, and only three things, I want to know.
First, I want to know who was part of the self-defense force.
Second, I want to know their role and how active they were.
Lastly, I want to know if anyone threatened or bribed members to keep them silent or lie. Anyone who lies will receive immediate expulsion."
A violent pulse of dread washed over everyone as she handed out the paper. Some members shook controllably, trying to control the tremors but failing.
Those who bribed or intimidated others laced their side glances with murderous intent.
