"This prince will certainly restrain our people. The Empress Dowager of your esteemed country need not trouble herself, and you, general, please feel free to do as you wish," Qi Zonghao said with an air of gratitude.
Qi Qiuxin shouted loudly, "Imperial Brother, Prince Chen has been imprisoned by Prince Duan. I must go and rescue Prince Chen!"
"Silence! Guards, escort the princess back to her room to rest!" Qi Zonghao ordered sharply, as the palace maids forcibly led Qi Qiuxin away. Then, he apologized to Qiu Zhujun, "My Imperial Younger Sister has been ill for several days and is somewhat delirious. Please forgive her, General!"
Qiu Zhujun shook his head in understanding, exchanged a few words with Qi Zonghao, then immediately instructed the soldiers behind him to stay alert, ensuring that no villains would harm the distinguished guests from Xiliang.
