Leading in the way of the pattern requires no army. Wherever an army goes there is scarcity and waste. Force, even well intentioned, is met with equal force.
Do your duty and no more. Give without boasting. Effect without assault. Triumph without arrogance. Love yourself without pride.
All things grow and die. Even you will return to union with 7.
The way of the pattern is not violent, But it is destructive.