4 references to "design":
We cannot enter into alliances until we are acquainted with ... ss. 7.12, Chapter 7: Maneuvering
We cannot enter into alliance with neighboring princes until... ss. 11.52, Chapter 11: The Nine Situations
Hence he does not strive to ally himself with all and sundry... ss. 11.55, Chapter 11: The Nine Situations
Confront your soldiers with the deed itself; never let them ... ss. 11.57, Chapter 11: The Nine Situations