Quote by Sun Tzu
Thus it is that in war the victorious strategist only seeks battle

Thus it is that in war the victorious strategist only seeks battle after the victory has been won, whereas he who is destined to defeat first fights and afterwards looks for victory. – Sun Tzu

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