"So in process of four or five years the emperor called me, as divers times he had done before"

Will Adams was an English navigator and the very first Englishman to reach Japan. In this quote, he is referring to his experience of being summoned by the Japanese emperor numerous times over the course of four or 5 years. This suggests that the emperor had taken a liking to Adams and wanted to keep him close. It is likely that the emperor was impressed by Adams' knowledge and skills, and wished to utilize them. Adams was most likely seen as a valuable asset to the emperor, and was hence invited to the court several times. This quote also recommends that Adams had a good relationship with the emperor, as he was invited back numerous times over the course of numerous years. This shows that Adams was appreciated and valued by the emperor, and was seen as an important figure in the court.