44 Before The Storm 6yr

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In ancient times, when tacticians faced city lords that had requests of them, they would often describe the situation in a way that made it seem like the other party was in a very difficult situation, as though their lives may be lost at any time.
Everyone had fears. When one's life was threatened, they would be extremely alert and careful. When the city lords would hear from their tactician that their own life was in danger, they would uncover it to the end despite how much they may not believe in it. Once they realized that they were in a precarious situation after an intensive interrogation, naturally, they would seek a solution from the tactician.
Then, the opinions of the tactician would be much more respected. After the crisis was averted, the standing of the tactician would naturally rise through the ranks. Following their rise in standing, their new opinions would become more and more respected, allowing their rise in power to be more and more rapid.
The saying 'I accept the responsibility of leading the army when the country's on the verge of defeat. In times of trouble, I will carry out my job' probably referred to this kind of situation. This had nothing to do with th