February 1881, Orange Free State.
On the streets of Bloemfontein, Rebel Army soldiers started visiting merchants and residents' homes in groups of three to five.
"Bang bang bang..."
The door of Glein's shoe shop was knocked with a loud bang, the small wooden door barely hanging on, as if it would explode in the next moment. Yet, no one responded, and those unaware might think the shop wasn't open today.
"Master, should we open the door?" The apprentice in Glein's shoe shop cautiously asked.
"Open for what? These damned money-grabbers come charging every few days. What good can come from their visit? Business is getting harder and harder!" Glein angrily muttered.
