Punishment for the Rebels 1

"The results of our forces weren't bad..." Ruth commented with a smile as she heard the details of that special operation.

"Yes," Abby nodded in agreement. "And regardless of whether or not we will face new waves of enemies, it is undeniable that we have gained time to prepare."

"Not only that, but now potential opponents will also be more careful. Of course, that has its downside, but at least it prevents sudden actions from happening."

The soldiers there felt that this was indeed better. 

Facing an enemy who did not naturally respect them had the advantage of underestimation, which could make it easier to solve the problem. However, sometimes having a minimally cautious opponent was no bad thing!

A careful enemy might be more challenging to eliminate, true. But if the other side is so strong that it can destroy its opponents if it acts with everything, then surely it would be better to have a more cautious, less rash opponent.