The so-called Soft Force.
It's like hitting with a board, where people nearby can see that it used a lot of strength, and the sound produced is loud when it hits, but those who are struck actually only feel pain, and not even severe pain. It won't break the skin nor cause any internal injury.
In doing so, it serves as a warning, pacifies the minds of the people in the city, and prevents those who are hit from feeling disheartened.
Shortly after Luo Yong left, Chen Mo thought of something and said to the personal soldiers beside him, "Send someone to gather all the women from the city's brothels and the wealthy households, confiscating their properties for the public. Once the main force arrives, they may remove their armor and rest for a day, enjoying themselves fully, with all expenses borne by the Court."
After a slap, it's time to offer a sweet date.
Though the Court is footing the bill, it's pretty much like getting it for free.
"Understood."
