A Tale of Strategies For the Throne - 260. Chapter 260

All along, whether it is Aaron Landis or other countries on the mainland, the one-power system has been implemented.

In other words, all the powers of each department in the royal court are controlled by the director. Similarly, in a local city, all rights in a city except the military power are controlled by the consul or the city lord.

This kind of system can easily lead to a situation where one person is dominant and deceives the top and the bottom.

Tozes City is the best example.

Therefore, after thinking about it for a long time, Gallan decided to implement the pseudo-separation of powers in Aaron Landis with reference to the separation of powers in later generations.

In fact, to put it simply, it is to separate the powers that can restrain each other and hand them over to different forces so that they can check and balance each other.

The risk of rushing to reform the political system is too great. After all, it is the first time to try a new system. Although he has a general direction, there are still many details that need to be perfected.

If the whole country is used to test the new system from the very beginning, it will definitely cause a certain degree of turbulence, and perhaps it will lead to irreparable losses.

Therefore, when Garland established the Department of Trade and Commerce, he planned to use this new department to test the new system.

The structure of the old department has been set, and the personnel and forces are complicated and chaotic. The implementation of the new system will definitely meet the resistance of the old forces. It’s like a picture that has already been drawn, and it is very difficult to modify it.

Only the newly born Trade and Commerce Department belongs to him completely, and it is a brand new piece of white paper, and he can plan it completely according to his own vision.

For a long time, although the two great temples have a high reputation in Aaron Landis, their status is transcendent and respected, but the actual power is not big.

Priests are generally dependent on nobles, city lord, etc., and the status of the subordinates assists the other party. Therefore, things like the temple forces in the local city obey the city lord-this is the case in the city of Tozes.

But now, Gallan directly elevated the status of the temple to the point where it was side by side. In this way, the temple got rid of the control of the noble city lord and became a force on its own.

Separation of powers.

Complement each other.

Form a stable tripartite trend.

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Raising Nanna’s temple power to the level of Shamash’s temple power, Gallan thought, Sheemur would be dissatisfied with it.

Therefore, he deliberately asked Xie Muer to come over and talk about this privately in advance.

Although from political considerations, he must let the power of the two temples side by side.

But in Gallan’s heart, Sheemur was an irreplaceable existence for him.

In previous lives, Xie Muer had always been by his side. Moreover, Sheemur probably paid the price of his life for him in every life.

Xiemuer always occupies an important place in his heart.

He didn’t want any change in their relationship.

Therefore, if Gallan was ready, he planned to explain this three-power separation system to Xiemuer thoroughly from the inside out, so that Xiemuer could understand his approach.

Who knows, he just told Xiemuer about this system, and without any explanation, Xiemuer asked him directly.

“In your opinion, this system is good for Aaron Landis, isn’t it?”

“Uh, that’s right…”

“If that’s the case, just do what you think.”

The high priest of Shamash said simply, without questioning.

He just added a serious sentence.

“This matter is of great importance, please do it cautiously and don’t rush for success.”

Garland: “…oh.”

So the prepared words were completely invalidated.

Seeing the unexpectedly calm Xiemuer, the young king scratched his head questioningly, then turned his head and ordered someone to inform Huimos so that he would bring Suoga over the next day.

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From the palace, the priests of Shamash and the priests of Nanna rarely walked together.

Although the two of them walked forward without squinting, they ignored each other, let alone spoke, but the rare situation of them walking side by side made the team of guards patrolling next to them couldn’t help but look sideways.

After walking for a while, the two came to a place where there was no one else.

There was a fork in the road ahead. Seeing that the two were about to part ways, Suo Jia glanced at the person next to him and spoke first.

“It’s surprising.”

“what?”

Xiemuer’s tone was cold.

“You didn’t object to this.”

Not to mention that Shamash’s priests are almost always stereotypes, adhere to the ancient legal system, and are stubbornly unwilling to make changes. It is enough to say that King Garlan’s appointment of Nanna’s priests is enough for Shamash The priest resolutely opposed.

Because in the eyes of the priests of Shamash, the priests of Nanna were all insidious and cunning, who were good at conspiracy and trickery, and were good at exploiting loopholes in the law.

Hopefully, they will not allow such a villain to approach the king.

Therefore, throughout the ages, the auxiliary priests around the king of Aaron Landis will only have one side, and the other side will be completely overwhelmed.

For example, King Camos is surrounded by Shemur, who is the priest of Shamash.

Suojia thought that this matter would definitely be opposed by Xiemuer.

Who knew that Xiemuer had acquiesced silently from beginning to end, and did not exhort King Garlan as severely as he had imagined.

Xie Muer gave Suo Jia a faint look.

He said: “I used to be as arrogant as you, convinced that what I think is’right’ must be correct.”

Self-esteem is very high.

Think that the conclusion drawn by your own judgment must be correct.

The opposite of one’s own position must be wrong.

It was the young prince who made him see his arrogance.

Xiemuer said: “Your Majesty will become an unprecedented wise king.”

Everyone thinks that he is the mentor of Prince Garland, and he has taught an outstanding prince.

But only he knew that over the years, he had learned more from the young prince than he had taught the prince.

Either he, Huimos, Kaihos, or even King Camos.

It is not so much that they guard the prince, but rather that the prince has been influencing and guiding them little by little, so that they can grow into better selves.

Like the stars in the starry sky at night that guide everyone in the direction.

“I believe in Your Majesty.”

“He can definitely lead Aaron Landis on the right path.”

“That might be a path that I can’t even see.”

Xiemur looked solemn, and his words were straightforward and frank.

“Suga, I don’t like people like you very much. But I will never use personal dislikes and prejudices to influence your majesty’s decision-making under the pretext of’being good for him’ without authorization.”

“I believe that the monarch I choose to follow can make correct judgments.”

After Xie Muer finished speaking, he didn’t say more, and didn’t look at Suo Jia.

He turned and left the road on the left without looking back.

It can be seen that his ill feeling towards Suo Jia is not light at all.

Suo Jia looked at Xie Muer’s leaving back deeply, with a complex expression.

After a while, he shrugged.

“To each other, you guys are also my least favorite type.”

There was a little silence, and he suddenly sighed.

“‘Believe in your lord, and don’t use your preferences and prejudices to influence the lord’s decision’…?”

He smiled bitterly.

“I have to admit, at least at this point, you are better than me.”

Soga turned and walked another way.

“However, this time, in front of King Gallan, I will never lose to you again!”

The priest of Nanna talked to himself like an oath.

He is not in a hurry.

Under the throne of the young king, he and Xiemuer still have a long time to decide the final outcome.

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When everyone had left, Garland saw that he was the only one left anyway, and he didn’t need to maintain any image, so he simply left the government office.

In the lounge where the palace side is closest to the water curtain and therefore the temperature is relatively cool, he comfortably nestled in the soft snow-white cushion, holding a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice in both hands.

The crystal clear ice cubes collided in the glass cup with the pattern of floating clouds, making a bang.

Huimos sat cross-legged next to him, holding a stack of papers in his hands, turning over and discussing with Garland.

A few days ago, he submitted a set of Legion reform proposals to Galan. Galan had planned to discuss this with him two days ago. As a result, this guy took advantage of his falling asleep and did something wrong with him.

Gallan drove him away in anger and ignored him for two consecutive days.

This allowed this matter to be discussed today.

Military reform is not a simple matter. Gallan is self-aware. In terms of military affairs, his aptitude is not at the same level as Huimos.

You know, in previous lives, even if Heimos became that appearance, during his reign, Aaron Landis was also a well-deserved overlord of the entire continent militarily.

No one dared to take a step forward.

Therefore, after making a few suggestions, he simply let Himos do it.

As for the weapons, armors and property needed, the recently rich young king waved his hand and said that he would go directly to Taer for what he lacked.

When the discussion was over, Garlan sat up, raised his hand and rubbed his shoulders.

There are too many political affairs these days, I slept late at night, and if I didn’t pay attention, I stumbled last night.

Although it is not serious, it still feels painful when you turn your head.

He rubbed his shoulders by himself, but his hands couldn’t be strong enough to be of little use.

never mind.

Forbearance, let Taputi massage him in the evening.

Thinking about this, Garlan retracted his hand, and then yawned tiredly.

Before he finished yawning, suddenly a warm palm pressed against his shoulder and rubbed vigorously on that contracted muscle.

A strong soreness suddenly came out, causing him to shrink back reflexively, avoiding the hand.

Garland turned around and saw that Himos was next to him.

“do what?”

“Strain your shoulder muscles?”

Huimos asked.

“Well, I didn’t pay attention when I went to bed last night…”

Garlan replied dejectedly while pressing on his aching shoulders.

“Come on, I’ll press it for you.”

Hearing Heymos’s words, Garland’s heart suddenly alarmed.

He didn’t say a word, just moved a little to the side and looked at someone with countless criminal convictions warily.

Looking at those golden eyes that were originally half-closed lazily but suddenly opened up because of a word of oneself, staring at his golden eyes vigilantly, the look of such cuteness that was instantly guarded was so cute that Heimos’ eyes couldn’t help but bend. Ground a bit.

He smiled, raised a hand, and made an oath.

“I swear, I will do nothing.”

“………………”

The golden pupils turned steadily, looking at Heimos suspiciously.

Gallan said: “No, I just let Taputi press it for me.”

As he spoke, he subconsciously wanted to shook his head, but when he moved his head, the muscles on his shoulder and neck were sore that he stiffened.

“You know, I’m much better at muscle strains than Taputi.”

Huimos coaxed people patiently.

“You are so mild, I can help you press it, you don’t want to be so painful for a day, do you?”

“…”

There seems to be some truth. Heymos practice martial arts all the year round. Muscle strain is probably a common occurrence, so he must be more proficient in treatment than Taputi.

Gallan thought slightly.

After all, the soreness of stiff neck is really uncomfortable, and it is better to relieve it earlier.

but……

He was still hesitating.

“Gallan, I can’t do anything except help you heal.”

Huimos repeated these words again.

He said, “I never lie to you, do I?”

“…”

Indeed, what Huimos said to him has always done what he said.

Should… You can trust him, right?

Thinking of this, Gallan finally got the upper hand in his mind to solve the problem of shoulder and neck pain.

He unbuttoned the short cloak on his shoulders, then leaned over and lay down on the cushion.

Because of the hot weather, he was wearing a sleeveless tunic that was quite loose, and he didn’t wear any accessories.

Seeing Garlan lying obediently in front of him, Huimos stretched out his hand, pushed away the blond hair scattered on his shoulders, and pushed it aside.

The back of the neck under the blonde hair was exposed.

The line on the back of the boy’s neck is extremely soft, and his blond hair is pushed aside, revealing an extremely beautiful curve.

The moment I pressed my fingers, I could not accidentally feel the tightness of my fingers under my shoulders and neck.

Heymos rubbed harder, and heard Garlan let out a hum of pain, but he tried to hold back that sound, and was swallowed back half of it.

The golden red eyes darkened and became a little deeper, but the dark color rising from the bottom of the eyes was quickly suppressed by him.

Huimos rubbed it harder again, the sore and painful uncomfortable feeling made Gallan couldn’t help shrinking, and wanted to avoid it.

But as soon as he moved, the others were held down by Huimos.

“to beat.”

Huimos said his voice suddenly became a little hoarse for some reason.

After speaking, he rubbed the fingers that he clasped on Garlan’s side neck vigorously.

This kind of contracture muscles must be rubbed with some strength, as long as they are rubbed.

Being held down by Huimos and unable to move, Gallan could only hold it back abruptly, and still groaned painfully.

He hummed like that, and he felt a pause in the fingers that were kneading his side of his neck.

He thought it was okay, and just breathed a sigh of relief, who knew that the finger immediately moved again.

But fortunately, the most unbearable soreness was only the first dozen or so times. When it was rubbed, the stiff neck was relieved a lot.

The kneaded area gradually became more comfortable.

The rough palm of his hand clung to the side neck of Garland stiff neck, the strained muscles were rubbed open, and the soreness of the side neck spread out a little, making him feel less discomfort.

To be honest, compared to Tapti’s massage, Huimos’ hands are much stronger and a little painful. But it is indeed much more effective in treating stiff neck. The comfort after pressing is transmitted from the back of the neck to the limbs. The pain returns to pain, but this kind of pain will not make people feel irritable like the previous pain of stiff neck.

At this time, Gallan was a bit like a cat pinched by the back collar. At this moment, he couldn’t use his limbs, and he was too lazy to move.

He squinted his eyes, his expression was pleasant, and he was a little drowsy from comfort.

The beautiful young man lay lazily on his stomach, exposing himself unsuspectingly to the hunter who was stealing him.

Huimos watched the lazy boy.

Garlan’s side neck is soft skin, fair and delicate like a fine silk dress.

Once touched, the skin seemed to suck his finger, making it impossible to leave.

He watched his brown fingers sink into the soft skin, as if embedded in it.

He watched his fingers press red marks on his fair skin, and he felt fascinated by this for some reason.

It seems to be in control of something.

Because the sleeveless tunic was rather loose, he could vaguely see the two thin bones on Garlan’s back and under his fair skin.

Because Gallan was lying on her stomach, her shoulders tightened from time to time, and a little bit appeared there.

Like the wings of a butterfly, well-proportioned and slender.

Every time Hiemos pressed Garlan’s side neck with his fingers, Garlan’s shoulders would shrink, and the looming butterfly bone would move with it.

As if flapping its wings to fly, people couldn’t help but want to reach out and grab the flying butterfly in their hands.

It even made Huimos the urge to lean over and bite down.

He took a deep breath and suppressed the obvious thought that would make Gallan angry, thinking in his heart that he was just soothing his muscles and bones, and then looked away with difficulty.

Moving his gaze upward, he saw the pale pink trace on the back of Garlan’s neck, like a petal.

This petal-like burn mark had fallen on Garlan’s body from a very young age.

A trace of burns.

He stared at the trace, not knowing whether it was intentional or unintentional, and was helping Garlan to move the hand that was massaging his shoulder in that direction.

With a little nostalgia with his fingertips, he gently stroked the small scar on the back of Garlan’s neck.

Although it looks beautiful pink now, no matter how beautiful it is, it is also a scar. It was the scar left by Garlan to protect him.

He will not forget.

When the rough fingertips rubbed the small burn mark, the back of Garlan, who was already drowsy, suddenly trembled. The burn scar was very sensitive and made him feel itchy when touched.

The teenager who was half awake and half asleep let out a muffled noise unconsciously.

“Don’t touch…itch…”

He whispered as if complaining, his voice was soft, probably half awake and half asleep, and his voice was a bit vague. It sounded like he was acting like a baby, sweet and seductive like honey.

Huimos took a breath.

He stared at Garlan, his eyes were no different from the green-eyed hungry wolf.

The man’s eyes were extremely terrifying at this moment, as if he would swallow the prey in his eyes in the next second.

The teenager didn’t notice it.

Perceiving that Hiemos stopped moving, Gallan opened his eyes, turned his head, and looked over in confusion.

He didn’t know how dangerous he was when he turned his eyes dimly back to see Heimos.

He didn’t know that as long as one of his eyes made the man behind him almost lose control.

Taking a deep breath and controlling the burning desire in his body with his remaining reason, Heimos withdrew his hand with difficulty.

“It’s almost done, just relax with a little massage.”

He stood up, avoided Garlan’s eyes, and said,

“I’ll let Tapti come over and continue.”

“why?”

Garlan asked in a daze.

Why do you want to change people halfway?

He is comfortable, keep pressing.

Hiemos, who had already gotten up and turned his head to the side, turned his head suddenly.

He leaned down deeply, grabbing a strand of Garlan’s blonde hair with his fingers.

He grabbed the blond fingers in his hands very hard, and he looked down at Garlan’s gaze so dangerous that Garlan woke up instantly.

The gaze of Hiemos made Garlan’s heart beat quickly. He felt like a prey being stared at by a beast, unable to move for a while, and he felt a little flustered.

“Go on…”

Staring at Garland, Huimos whispered.

His voice was so hoarse that he was so hoarse.

“…I can’t help but break you.”

As soon as he finished speaking, Huimos got up and left.

Gallan, who didn’t react for a while, stared at Heimos’s back in a daze.

When he understood what the other party had just said, the young boy’s white face suddenly turned red, until it reached the base of his ears.

Holding half of his hot face, Gallan gritted his teeth and thought.

This guy is getting better and better! Isn’t it because of–

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Uh?

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Relying on… what?

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Keep working hard to change…sigh…

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Almost the end of the month

Friends~~Summon the white liquid~~~