Li sighed, closing his eyes briefly.<br/>"I see. Chen didn't think to warn his brothers he means no harm, because he thought less of them and suspected they might hold him. You, in turn, thought him less of a man of honour than he is, and suspected he might be out to betray you. I think you both wronged each other by your suspicions!"<br/>He had reached for the wine and was pouring some in the cups.<br/>"There is but one way that I know to mend the consequences of this misunderstanding. You should all get drunk together! And then you can remain sworn brothers, even if some of you follow your master, and others go on with a less interesting life!"<br/>He then offered Gan and Chen a cup with each hand. They had an way out now, and a way that preserved their pride. Even more, it was the righteous way, and Heavens would smile upon them for choosing it. It was their choice whether to take it, or to keep a grudge!