Im not sure, but I think he is going to let Simon go in the next episode, at least thats what the preview seems to show.

I do agree that its idiotic to lock up your only fighting force. If they need a fall guy, why not himself (Rosshu) or some other prick under him?

I loved how they depicted the disgusting nature of human beings. They really were like monkeys, not even realizing the foolishness of their actions. Unfortunately, that is true even in reality. Im glad GL is trying to handle more gritty and real situations, instead of the uber idealistic feel it had before.