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*Pyrrhic* · 06-22-2019, 07:38 PM

It seemed his actions had taken a bit of the wind out of Iroh's sails. Pyrrhic was quick to reassure him, "It was a right way. Retreating is the smart move sometimes. If you're outnumbered, if your opponent is bigger, retreating gives you a chance to reevaluate the situation."

"'The general who advances without coveting fame and retreats without fearing disgrace, whose only thought is to protect his country and do good service for his sovereign, is the jewel of the kingdom'," he quoted a line he knew from heart. "Benkos taught me that. It's from The Art of War, which is a military manual an ancient species used in warfare. Its teachings served them well, they served Benkos well, and I think it's safe to say that if it says it isn't dishonorable to retreat, we can believe it."

Pyrrhic studied Iroh in the hopes of sussing out the effect his words were having. He wasn't sure if he'd been successful in reassuring his little cousin, so he added, "You did good."

"Pyrrhic" "Benkos"

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