The soldier in peace is a citizen, etc.

No sword on any account, or for any excuse, to be drawn, etc.

You all heard it?
So, good! I receive your denial, my children.

In addition, I merely desire to satisfy curiosity.

Did the guard clear a way for you ?' The answer was affirmative.
'Your swords!' One of them drew, and proffered the handle.
The other clasped the haft angrily, and with a resolute smack on it, settled it in the scabbard.
'Am I a prisoner, General ?' 'Not at all!' 'Then I decline to surrender my sword.' Another General officer happened to be sauntering by.