Famous generals march like masters playing chess.
A truly top-tier chess player has a well-thought-out plan before the game starts, and a true famous general has a definitive strategy before the army sets out.
Although deception in warfare is not to be shunned, employing troops must be done with righteousness to conquer and with surprise to achieve victory.
Without a foundation, there can be no edifice; without righteous harmony, can there be surprising victory?
Wanyan Loushi, being a renowned general of the present age, naturally thinks from a famous general's perspective. Upon hearing this, everyone nods, understanding that what Xiao Buyi and Sun Simiao achieved is not only unprecedented but perhaps also never to be repeated. Such endeavors are undoubtedly not achievable overnight!
