Just after Lu Zhang's men had left, Lu Yan didn't have a chance to speak with Lu Qing before the Colonel who escorted Lu Zhang out of the courtyard returned.
He politely cupped his hands towards Lu Yan: "Great General, please release our brothers so they can return to the Capital with us.
Prince Yi said that without evidence, holding them is unjustifiable. He understands your temper is quick and fiery. If detaining them was an act of anger, it's their honor to appease you.
But these are Prince's men. Any adjudication should be handled by the Prince, who will then report to the Holy Emperor for a unified decision. Otherwise, it's private punishment, something the Holy Emperor detests.
The Prince asked me to remind the Great General not to repeat this mistake. Even if the Holy Emperor initially believes your actions were impulsive, repeated mistakes will erode that trust."
