After the First Army of Longvington left Assyria and headed for Annan, Woolley once again closed his doors to visitors.

There were too many things that needed his coordination, many of which he had to do personally, such as compiling the outline of a new code.

Assyria had its own laws, most of which were systematic and detailed. They were compiled into the Assyrian Code and became a tool for the ruling and management of the citizen class. After many revisions, it once stood on equal footing with the Divine Code and became the first choice of enlightenment reading for children from citizen families. But Woolley felt that the Assyrian Code itself had great problems.

First of all, although the Assyrian Code is complex in content, it is not a strict code. The purpose of hearing a case is not to apply the content of the law, but to find the abstract standard of "fairness". Therefore, it is technically flexible.

Secondly, although the Assyrian Code is the only law in the Assyrian territory, it focuses on regulating private rights and protecting private interests, which is equivalent to civil law and commercial law. Its main protected objects are the nobles, which is naturally far from the requirements of the current situation.

Therefore, Woolley made the re-editing of the Code the first thing he needed to accomplish, because the establishment and improvement of the government system must be supported by a more complete set of laws.

There are many desirable aspects in the Assyrian Code, such as the principle of equal rights within the same class, the principle of freedom of contract, the principle of freedom of will, the principle of "no lawsuit, no action", etc. These will be incorporated into the outline of the new code compiled by Woolley and then improved. This is undoubtedly a big project - debt law, property law, family law, inheritance law...

But Wu Lai never gets tired of it, because he already knows "how he came", but he doesn't know "how he will go". In this case, it is a good choice to do more things that promote civilization before that moment comes - no matter whether it will eventually be remembered for generations or infamous for eternity, at least it will be worth the trip to this world.

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"Your Majesty, it's late at night." Hatra looked up at the two shining moons in the sky.

"Hatra, there is no one around right now, so you should just call me by my name." Helen said with a sigh.

"No, my majesty, you are the supreme being favored by heaven. I cannot call you by your name because that is disrespectful." Hatra said with a smile.

Helen smiled bitterly: "How can you be rude to me? Hatra, I am the emperor and also your wife."

Hatra's heart was warmed, but he couldn't help but feel a little sad and guilty. For a moment, he didn't know what to say...

Helen turned around and grabbed Hatra's hand: "Hatra, these days, I have been having nightmares every night. As soon as I fall asleep, I dream of that Wuleglindo holding a sword on my neck. His smile is so hideous, and his words are so vicious. Every time, I wake up in fear..."

After hesitating for a moment, Hatra gently hugged Helen; "No, my majesty, you have to take care of your body. If possible, you can drink some absinthe before going to bed, which will help you a little."

"I don't want to drink. I want to stay sober and remember the hatred." Helen said.

"My majesty, although it is difficult, please believe that I will do my best to share your worries and firmly defend Titania and Menia." Hatra kissed Helen gently on the forehead. "Tomorrow, you will cross the Athanasius River and return to the Hurriyet Province, and I will also return to Titania to challenge the Assyrians."

"You must ensure your own safety and retain your strength as much as possible, Hatra. I only need you to harass Assyria and buy time for the empire. In three years at most, or one or two at least, I can make the sound of the empire's attacking artillery become the Assyrians' eternal nightmare." Helen said gritting her teeth.

"Don't worry, my majesty." Hatra patted Helen's back gently and hugged her tighter...

…

Qi Yuan's appearance surprised Wu Lai, because Qi Yuan should have left Assyria and gone to Mondo Woye to take over the territory.

"I thought Lord Qiyuan had already left Assyrian City." Wu Lai stood up with a smile.

Qi Yuan laughed: "Your Excellency the High Priest thought that I was on my way to Duncan Fertile Fields, right?"

Woolley nodded.

"Don't worry, the Mondo family has arranged people to contact me, and everything will go very smoothly. They also said that thanks to your broad-mindedness, High Priest, for forgiving the sins of the Mondo family, they are willing to fully cooperate with and support you, High Priest, to express their gratitude." Qi Yuan said.

"Well, that's good." Wu Lai nodded, "Lord Qiyuan, please take a seat."

Qi Yuan sat down as he was told and explained his purpose directly: "Great Priest, I am sorry to bother you today, but I am here to represent the will of the people."

"Oh?" Wu Lai raised his eyebrows slightly.

"The High Priest worked hard day and night to restore Assyria. He turned the tide in times of crisis and led tens of thousands of troops to fight against the enemy of Tianjue, which was ten times larger than his own. He not only planned and strategized, but also went deep into the enemy camp himself. Only then did he repel Tianjue and saved thousands of Assyrians from slavery." Qi Yuan's eyes showed admiration. "Based on such achievements, even if the High Priest wanted to establish a country in Assyria and establish himself as emperor, the people would support him. However, the High Priest was upright and upright, and he did not take credit for himself. He separated the military and politics, and the church and state, and actually returned the power of governance to the people. I don't know about other places for now, but the people of Assyria and Annan have been calling for you to be given a higher title these two days."

"Appeal? Add title?" Wu Lai frowned.

"It's obvious that the High Priest has not left the cabin these days." Qi Yuan laughed and said, "Just when I came here, people in many places in Assyria gave speeches and appeals. At each speech site, there were countless people signing petitions. Everyone felt that with the High Priest's achievements and broad mind, if he was not given a title like the Permanent Lord of Assyria or the Permanent First Citizen of Assyria, it would not be enough to highlight your unparalleled achievements."

Wu Lai frowned, then smiled bitterly and shook his head. Old guy Qi Yuan came to tell him this, so how could he not guess that those public appeals were made up by this old guy? His purpose was nothing more than to have closer contact with him, Wu Lai Green.

People are helping each other... Wu Lai pondered in his heart and said with a smile: "Lord Qiyuan, the first step in promoting democracy is to return power to the people. Since power is returned to the people, there should not be someone who is above the government..."

"Your Excellency, High Priest." Qi Yuan waved his hand to interrupt Wu Lai, "But we still need someone to lead us all. I have carefully considered the structure of your government, and I think that although collective decision-making is good, it may compromise efficiency."

Wu Lai nodded and said, "Lord Qiyuan, you are right. Collective decision-making will affect efficiency, but it can also prevent corruption and some ambitious people from dominating the government. I think that for the long-term development of Assyria, it is worth sacrificing some efficiency in exchange for the integrity of the government system. Next, I will set up a people's representative assembly in the areas where the government offices at all levels are located, and the people's representatives will implement government supervision. What do you think?"

"Your High Priest's arrangement is naturally good." Qi Yuan said with a smile, "However, if Your High Priest does not follow the will of the people, how can you convince them?"

Wu Lai was startled, then smiled bitterly and shook his head: "Lord Qiyuan, you are setting a trap for me."

"I dare not." Qi Yuan smiled slightly and said, "I hope the High Priest will obey the will of the people."

"Lord Qiyuan, you are making things difficult for me." Wu Lai waved his hand, "I must keep my word to the people."

Qi Yuan had naturally expected Wu Lai to refuse: "But it is difficult to go against the will of the people, High Priest. If you think it is inappropriate to be a permanent lord, then you might as well be an honorary one. Besides, your Grindor family is now the number one family in the Assyrian territory. You have to leave some glory for future generations, right?"

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Wu Lai was startled, and then he sighed softly in his heart. Qi Yuan's words made him feel a little sad - he hadn't seen the children for a long time...

A few days later, Wu Lai chose to follow public opinion, because Qi Yuan had made such a big fuss - not only had all the signatures and seals been received from Assyria City, but petitions and signature books from Annan City had also been sent. If he did not accept them, he would inevitably be known as an inhumane person, and he was afraid that some people would make many speculations.

However, Woolley still declined the ceremony and only accepted the title of "Permanent Honorary Lord of the Assyrian Territory", and agreed that "in the critical moment of the Assyrian territory, the honorary lord has the right and obligation to take over the military and political power of the territory."

As the people cheered, Qi Yuan also left Assyria City happily. Now that things were done, he could go to his territory and be the shopkeeper without any worries...

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Before Woolley's new official documents reached Longvington and Caiked, the urgent military report from Annan City was delivered to Assyria City.

After seeing the military report, Woolley ordered people to make copies immediately and send them to Assyria, Lunvington, Kayikede, and the Kati Government Office respectively. At the same time, he arranged for people to gather Sares and other generals and colonels to the military intelligence conference room on the Woolley.

After the adjutant finished reading the Annan military report, Wu Lai gently waved his hand, signaling the adjutant to withdraw, and then said: "Did everyone hear it clearly?"

Sareth and others nodded.

"The Tianjuan Empire is playing tricks on us." Wu Lai smiled and said, "It doesn't violate the agreement, and it doesn't return Titania and Armenia. Where in the world can such a good thing happen? Okay, now tell me what you think, Sarres, you go first."

"Yes!" Sarres stood up straight, glanced at all the officers, and said loudly, "Report to the High Priest, I personally think that since Tianjuan has clearly stated that Hatra has defected, and Hatra is now starting to play tricks, then we should concentrate our superior forces to attack and recapture Titania and Menia. There is no need to fight with Kochi, and there is no need to inform Tianjuan."

"Anything else?" Wu Lai frowned slightly.

"Also, on behalf of the Fifth Division, I would like to ask the High Priest for a fight. If you give us this combat mission, our Fifth Division will guarantee to complete it!" Salez said loudly.

"You're very brave. Go ahead and do it." Wu Lai waved his hand. "Bailey, tell me what you think."

Bailey stood up quickly and said, "My Lord, I have the same idea as Commander Sarez. Our Fourth Division is also guaranteed to complete the mission. Considering that the Fifth Division has already taken the lead in the Battle of Muritania, I think the Lord should give this mission to our Fourth Division this time."

"Why is it your Fourth Division?" Sarres immediately became anxious. His anxiety naturally caused the regiment commanders and staff officers who came to the meeting to become noisy. The Fourth Division was not to be outdone, and they made Plancy very angry. When it comes to warmongering, he is even more aggressive than Sarres and Bailey.

"Enough, shut up." Wu Lai's face darkened. Seeing his dark face, Sales and Bailey also stopped immediately.

"You're already a major general, but you're still chattering like a woman." Wu Lai glared at the two of them in annoyance, "Who did you learn this from, Pu Tong?"

After scolding him, Wu Lei pointed at Plansi and said, "Plansi, although you have been the commander of the Assyrian 1st Division for less than four days, you have fought in many battles before. Come on, tell me what you think."

"Okay!" Plancy grinned and stood up quickly.