The assumptions he held led to a flawed understanding of the problem, resulting in incorrect deviations.
This was, in essence, an outcome that had always been within expectations.
Some people simply gloat while thinking this to themselves.
Who told him not to act in accordance with her own advice?
Then, when the situation evolved into the somewhat unfortunate reality he was observing.
Even contemplating an approach that seemed the most ideal solution could no longer rely on them at this time.
Subsequent methods, appearing promising as responses to the problem.
Though this doesn't necessarily imply that he has already entered a state of failure at this moment.
However, to him, the circumstances visible just now clearly point toward his being at a disadvantage.
No matter how much he wanted to try and make his efforts or actions count at this moment.
It seems that the specific methods he could employ to respond to the problem.