Zhang San, the Outlaw Samael 2/4
Themis humbly shook her head, looking at her friend with even greater reverence.
"Compared to your breadth and depth, I am but an insignificant guide."
"In reality, truth is my teacher."
Samael quickly waved his hand. Facing a true legal expert, he naturally dared not pretend to be a big shot and complained half-jokingly.
"Teacher, forget it. Just share your brilliant ideas as a friend. It'll make things much easier and less inconvenient."
"After all, a student like you is not easy to teach; you're too smart."
The Goddess of Justice smiled serenely, revealing a beautiful elegance and grace, and gently extended her soft hand in response with a playful remark.
"Then, please take care of me from now on, my friend."
Samael smiled and shook hands with this hidden bigwig in a friendly manner, taking their relationship to the next level.
After guessing Themis's identity, the ancient serpent, catering to her interests, used the spare time from playing chess to introduce the concept of natural law that originated in Greece through case law.
Of course, Samael did a lot of work in order to better portray himself in the Age of Gods.
For example, based on Solon's reforms, which stated that "laws should be made so that no one is superior or inferior, and everyone should be treated equally, and the path should be followed so that everyone gets what they deserve," he proposed "written laws" and "judicial order."
The discussion shifts from Plato's "philosopher-king" concept of "wise men's politics" to a debate on the merits and demerits of "cultivating professional legal talent" and "nationally emotional referendums."
Based on Aristotle's view that "rule of law" is superior to "rule of man," we can interpret the specific advantages of the rule of law.
Besides, pure ideas are naturally not a good reference for arbitration.
Samael also gradually formed a system of corresponding laws by presenting half of them during their daily tea parties, allowing Themis to complete and regulate the other half.
In order to point out the loopholes and loopholes in the law through rebuttal, Samael has more than once played the role of "Zhang San, the Outlaw wanted to escape legal sanctions."
The content cited, taking into account factual factors, is naturally not too advanced.
The contents of the Roman Twelve Tables, which shared the same legal origins as Greek law, and the Code of the Two Rivers, which was already in its early stages, became topics of discussion between the two.
Moreover, within the Mesopotamian world, Samael had nearly a century of experience serving as King of Uruk, and he possessed a profound understanding of Sumer law that would later influence the Code of Ur-Nammu and the Code of Hammurabi.
After all, he had managed to exonerate himself in front of Gilgamesh by exploiting loopholes in the law.
For months, the two sides engaged in heated debates and arguments, each time arriving with high spirits and leaving thoroughly satisfied.
Themis excels in talent and keen insight, but Samael also possesses a cunning intuition that allows him to exploit loopholes, as well as erudition that transcends the understanding of his time.
The clash between the Goddess of Justice and the outlaw is truly spectacular.
The interesting court arbitration came to an end, Themis, who had gained a lot, organized the parchment scrolls recording her insights.
But near the end, the Goddess of Justice still felt some regret about the fate of the Mycenaean Queen and prince, and murmured something to herself.
"To prevent such tragedies, such private revenge should be prohibited, and acts of brutally taking lives should be severely punished by the gods."
Does this negate the legitimacy of private revenge and entrust the power of judgment to a "divine court" similar to a state?
This would indeed curb the rampant violence and bring about a more stable situation.
The idea is great, but...
Samael pursed his lips and shook his head, looking at Themis with a meaningful gaze.
"If the gods are to judge and punish, then who will verify their qualifications to uphold the law?"
Themis suddenly realized what her friend meant.
The Titan Gods of Mount Othrys were no saints; by the standards of the law, most of them would be sentenced to death or higher.
What right do these rulers, who often act arbitrarily, have to judge criminals whose crimes are even less serious than their own in the name of justice?
As the Goddess of Justice, I dare not say that I will judge those brothers and sisters. At most, I can say a few words of justice, which is already the limit.
Thinking of this, the Goddess of Justice felt a pang of loss and helplessness, and murmured to herself.
"Is it really impossible to implement an order based on justice and law?"
Samael shook his head slightly, gathered his thoughts, and offered gentle words of comfort with a soft laugh.
"Don't even think about it. Your ideas are ahead of their time."
"Based on the primal nature of the Titan bloodline, solving the problem of creation is far simpler than solving the problem itself."
"So-called laws cannot constrain the characteristics of this era and should change in accordance with the times."
"Moreover, the gods are too busy to concern themselves with the fighting and disputes in this world."
"In short, if arbitration is necessary, then act within your means and propose solutions flexibly; if it's not necessary, then don't create trouble for yourself."
"The saying 'no action without a complaint' means exactly this."
Themis understood, and the gaze she cast through the black veil held a hint of appreciation and enthusiasm.
"I think that with your talent, you should go to the palace of the Goddess of Justice, become her servant, and uphold justice and fairness."
Good grief, another one wants me to be a judge? Do I look that dignified and impartial?
Samael subconsciously raised his hand to touch his cheek, a strange thought rising in his mind, and he sighed inwardly.
Immediately, the ancient snake rose from its seat, its hands resting on the table, and mysteriously leaned close to its friend's ear, whispering in a sinister tone.
"Actually, compared to practitioners of the law, I'm more suited to being an outlaw, specializing in exploiting loopholes in the Rules!"
Why be a judge? Being an outlaw is so much more fun.
Even bad people should have the manners of bad people!
However, after this impulsive jest, Samael lowered his head in satisfaction, ready to appreciate the amusing expression on the face of this Goddess of Justice.
However, the blush on Themis's ears and the intoxicating color that was rapidly spreading across one side of her cheek made the ancient serpent freeze in place, its heart pounding wildly.
He suddenly realized how ambiguous and blasphemous his actions had been.
Having spent so much time together, the ancient serpent had clearly forgotten that the woman opposite him was not a little girl to be teased, but one of the Twelve Titans of Mount Othrys.
Saying the wrong thing or doing the wrong thing could lead to your death.
Even now, his Tiamat can't protect him.
"Aaa?"
Just as the crimson glow covered Themis's entire beautiful face, and the tense atmosphere was about to erupt, a clear and curious monosyllabic murmur suddenly broke from the side between the two awkward individuals.
What followed was Tina's pure and pretty face approaching.
"Are you hungry? I'll go find you something to eat right away."
Samael turned his head and gently stroked the soft, long hair behind the Young Goddess Form body, speaking as he pulled Tina up and led her into the nearby dense forest.
Thank you Tiamat, for saving my life! Tiamat is the best!