"Did anyone take it privately?" Maximus interjected.
Flanitnus hesitated slightly, and the Military Judge Sidonius immediately said coldly, "Yes, there are a total of three people, all from the same squad, who have been caught. I plan to publicly administer the rod punishment during dinner to alert the entire army! Moreover, the centurion of that squad has shown poor leadership, and I recommend reprimanding him and removing him from his position!"
"Alright, do as you suggested." Maximus nodded approvingly, then turned his eyes seriously to Flanitnus, "Since we have established military law, it must be strictly enforced. Do not fear complaints from the soldiers. Even if they want to leave, I will not stop them. Removing those with weak resolve will only make our unit more cohesive and disciplined. Besides, we are not short of manpower now; there are countless slaves and commoners outside willing to join our ranks!"
