Are You Crazy? He’s only an Intern Lawyer?
Chapter 214 - 213: 300 Million Legal Fees, Negotiating Terms with Lin Xiangtian

Chapter 214: Chapter 213: 300 Million Legal Fees, Negotiating Terms with Lin Xiangtian

Friday, a day at work.

At 8 a.m., Dongfang Capital Procuratorate Headquarters, Serious Crime Division Office.

Normally, the morning meeting was held on Monday, and Friday was reserved for wrapping up various cases.

However, due to a recent case, Zhao Chunming had to announce an early morning meeting and also requested the presence of Guo Wufeng from the Light Crime Division.

"Ying Ying was actually performing quite well when she was in our Light Crime Division, so when she joined the Serious Crime Division, I initially had a hard time letting go..."

With a forced smile struggling to show on his face, Guo Wufeng recited his mental script; honestly, it was quite difficult for him.

Tan Yingying, receiving the commendation, was inwardly rolling her eyes.

Director Guo, weren’t you all too eager to see me leave back then?

Now you’ve learned to tell such blatant lies?

Reluctant?

You criticized me daily, and now you say I did well; you really have no shame, do you?

Although Tan Yingying held Guo Wufeng in complete contempt internally, she dared not show the slightest bit of it on her face.

Guo Wufeng spoke at length, nearly writing on his face that Tan Yingying’s excellence was all thanks to his mentorship after talking nonstop for five minutes.

Finally, it was Zhao Chunming’s turn.

"This time, Xiao Tan indeed made a significant contribution, not only fully investigating the Ren Xinwei murder case but also discovering the decisive evidence of Zhu Tianying’s murder—her contributions are undeniable; similarly, our Serious Crime Division finally has reason to hold our heads high, clearing the gloom as the Procuratorate Headquarters’ solving of this case has also helped improve our reputation in Dongfang Capital!"

"Right, the chief prosecutor also called early in the morning to ask a few questions, and he was full of praise for you!"

Zhao Chunming praised Tan Yingying, even mentioning the chief prosecutor’s kind words.

"Thank you, Director. I will push myself and work even harder!"

"Good, that’s the spirit. Keep it up. That will conclude today’s morning meeting. Everyone should return to their posts and get to work!"

Zhao Chunming waved his hand, signaling the end of the meeting, and everyone dispersed.

Tan Yingying returned to her desk, still wearing a small smile of happiness.

After all, she had received a commendation, an experience she had never had before.

But while she was happy, Zhao Chunming and Guo Wufeng in the office were not pleased at all.

"Damn it, it’s that Zhang Wei again!"

Guo Wufeng looked grim, almost gnashing his teeth, a stark contrast to his earlier praise for Tan Yingying.

"True, our Procuratorate Headquarters caught the real killer and brought the murderer Zhu Tianying to justice, but let’s be honest, we both know the case was all Zhang Wei’s doing behind the scenes!"

"He helped Xiao Tan win the public prosecution case, but it was all for his benefit. Once Zhu Tianying is in prison, his Ren’s Film Industry can reap significant benefits. Although it sounds like a win-win, our Procuratorate Headquarters has been used by him!"

Zhao Chunming also had an unhappy expression.

Being used as a pawn would obviously leave anyone feeling annoyed.

Especially when the one using them as a pawn was their own arch-enemy, Zhang Wei, which only intensified their annoyance.

Although they were happy to have solved the case,

their nemesis Zhang Wei was happier, and that left them discontented.

"No, we can’t let it go just like that!"

Guo Wufeng, known for his fiery temper, was naturally prone to making tough statements. "Ever since this guy made a name for himself in the legal circles of Dongfang, he’s won against so many of our prosecutors, even Lan Gaojian lost to him. If we don’t put an end to his arrogance, wouldn’t that be upside down?"

"Old Guo, I get what you’re saying, but this kid Zhang Wei is indeed strong in court trials; even if the higher-ups send a senior prosecutor, do we really have the confidence to surely win against him?"

"This..."

Upon hearing Zhao Chunming’s concerns, Guo Wufeng furrowed his brows.

Indeed, Lan Zhengye was a formidable senior prosecutor who managed to suppress Zhang Wei for a moment, but in the end, was he not overturned by the opponent?

If even Lan Gaojian couldn’t handle it, would the chief prosecutor have to personally contend with this kid in court?

"Given the circumstances, why don’t I take him on next time?" Guo Wufeng’s brows relaxed, revealing a hint of battle readiness.

Both he and Zhao Chunming were in charge of their offices not just out of tenure but because they had fought their way up from the "battlefield".

"Good, since Old Guo has volunteered, you’ll be the one to take the lead next time!"

"Sure, next time for certain!"

...

At 9 a.m.

Jincheng Law Firm, Criminal Division Office.

While there was tension at the Procuratorate Headquarters, the atmosphere at Jincheng Law Firm was harmonious.

Today Zhang Wei woke up naturally, so he was in excellent spirits.

He arrived at the law firm just before 9 am.

He was just on time.

"Hey, Zhang Wei, you’ve really let yourself go..."

He couldn’t help but lament to himself, thinking about competing for the employee of the year with such tardiness? Wasn’t that a joke?

Putting aside the employee of the year matter, once he arrived at the office, Zhang Wei started to get busy.

After greeting Lin Yumeng, Tie Cuilan, and Tie Ruyun, he sat down at his workstation.

Although the case was over, the contract with Ren’s Film Industry was not.

The other party still hadn’t paid!

"Zhang Wei, the people from Ren’s Film Industry are here!"

Tie Cuilan had been keeping an eye on the situation with HR; when the front desk sent a message, she naturally informed the person concerned.

"Xiao Li, let’s go!"

Zhang Wei called out and took Li Yueqin downstairs with him.

25th floor, the VIP reception room.

President Ding came with the legal and financial teams, both female, around thirty years old.

For some reason, many big companies like to hire women for finance and legal positions.

Perhaps it’s because women are cautious, timid, and meticulous; they may not handle big issues, but they ensure no mistakes occur with the small details.

In any case, President Ding came with the head of the departments.

"Lawyer Zhang, we should cooperate more in the future. From now on, you’ll be our legal consultant for Ren’s Film Industry!"

President Ding was here to sign a consultant agreement, hiring Zhang Wei as a collaborative consultant for Ren’s Film Industry, responsible for handling legal matters beyond the company’s internal team.

"Not at all, President Ding should be the one looking after us more in the future!"

Zhang Wei returned the pleasantries modestly.

"Right, we can settle the matter of the legal fees now!"

President Ding promptly prompted the finance team into action—3 billion in legal fees was no small sum.

On Zhang Wei’s side, the personnel and finance departments from Jincheng were responsible for the handover, and the two parties began the transaction inside the meeting room.

In a short while, the 3 billion had been transferred.

This also meant that Zhang Wei and Li Yueqin directly boosted the April performance of the criminal division to 3 billion.

A performance of 3 billion could easily outshine the entire litigation department.

After finishing the handover, President Ding didn’t plan to leave immediately; instead, he approached Zhang Wei.

"Lawyer Zhang, I don’t know if you have a personal account, but we have a gratuity we’d like to give you..."

"Gratuity?"

Seeing President Ding acting so covertly, even avoiding his own company’s finance department, Zhang Wei was surprised.

"Yes, a gratuity..."

President Ding didn’t hide it and said straightforwardly, "Didn’t Chairman Ren sign a prenuptial agreement with that woman before, agreeing to pay her 50 million in total? Now, with only the last year left and given the incident..."

That woman, of course, referred to Zhu Tianying.

million over five years, with one last year to go, meaning 10 million.

"That money, Zhu Tianying definitely can’t get it anymore, but Chairman Ren already withdrew the sum from the company’s account. Later, our board unanimously decided to give it to you, Lawyer Zhang."

"This isn’t right; after all, getting an extra 10 million for nothing..." Zhang Wei hesitated.

"No, no, Lawyer Zhang, you mustn’t refuse!"

But President Ding shook his head, hurriedly explaining, "Think about it, without you, Chairman Ren would be faced with the charge of attempting to murder his wife. It was you who cleared his name, and this money was originally his; if you don’t take it, who will?"

"When you put it that way, it makes a lot of sense indeed!"

Zhang Wei paused for a moment, actually feeling that he really shouldn’t refuse.

This wasn’t because he felt that 10 million was a lot, but because he indeed helped Ren Xinwei clear his name and even avenged him by sending the murderer Zhu Tianying to prison. He felt he truly deserved the money!

"Yes, Lawyer Zhang, stop refusing. Send me your card number later, and I will have finance transfer the money directly to you!"

"Alright, Lawyer Zhang, your part here is done. There’s still a lot I need to handle back at Ren’s Film Industry, so I won’t impose any longer."

President Ding gave a few more courteous words and then got up to leave.

After all, with the chairman recently deceased, Ren’s Film Industry was shouldering a heavy burden, and President Ding had much to tend to.

"Take care, President Ding!"

"No need for formalities, Lawyer Zhang, farewell!"

After escorting President Ding out, Zhang Wei and Li Yueqin headed back to the criminal division, sharing a smile along the way.

The 3 billion in legal fees and performance was finally in their hands.

Upon returning to the criminal division office, Zhang Wei had one thing he must do.

"Xiao Meng, do you know which golf course your dad is at right now?"

"Ah..."

Lin Yumeng’s mouth gaped open, as if she could fit an egg inside.

She couldn’t understand why her master would ask about Lin Xiangtian’s whereabouts after going out to sign a contract.

But what she didn’t know was that Zhang Wei had been planning this day for a long time.

As soon as Zhang Wei signed the contract with Ren’s Film Industry, the mid-to-senior level members inside Jincheng Law Firm, through some informants arranged in the HR department, got wind of the news.

The first to react, naturally, was Shen Zhengyi, the head of the litigation department.

Even if he didn’t want to know, other high-level partners who he knew would make a point to "congratulate" him personally.

"What, Zhang Wei again!"

"Do you think I’m surprised? That’s a lawyer’s fee of 300 million; how could I not be shocked?"

"This kid is really damn impressive. Our entire litigation department hasn’t hit 300 million in total revenue yet!"

Shen Zhengyi couldn’t remember how many calls he had hung up by now; the message was the same: your litigation department has landed another big deal.

Unfortunately, Shen Zhengyi couldn’t be happy about it because the person who closed the deal wasn’t from his direct line, but from the criminal group.

Thinking back to the time when he had invited Zhang Wei to join the commercial group and was rejected, Shen Zhengyi’s face looked very unhappy.

"Not only did this kid refuse to join the commercial group, but he also closed such a huge case; this is not just a slap in the face for the commercial group, it is a slap in my face!"

The thought of Zhang Wei closing the deal with Ren’s Film Industry and once again defeating the Procuratorate Headquarters filled Shen Zhengyi with immense wariness.

This kid, who turned down his olive branch and chose to stay in the criminal group, what exactly was he up to?

Could it be that he’s preparing to...

...

Meanwhile.

Dongfang Capital, at a certain golf club.

Lin Xiangtian, belly protruding, clutched his golf club firmly, his gaze growing extremely intense.

In a fleeting moment, he swung the club in his hand!

The golf ball took off in a beautiful arc, then landed in...

About 20 meters away from the hole, on the sand.

Clap clap clap...

Applause erupted from behind.

"President Lin, your golf skills have improved; last time you hit the ball into the water, but this time, it stayed ashore!"

"Yes, President Lin, the trajectory of the ball you hit was so amazing, it was utterly perfect; it was like a golden arc rivaling a rainbow in the sky!"

"President Lin, your golf skills are unmatched in all of Dongfang Capital. You truly stand at the pinnacle, seeing other mountains as small!"

"President Lin..."

Lin Xiangtian, upon hearing these praises, was completely unruffled.

He waved his hand modestly and said, "Not at all, not at all, I’ve only been playing 3 hours every day this week; my hands are getting rusty."

"President Lin, you’re being too modest. With your golfing skills..."

His words, naturally, led his group of flatterers to start bootlicking.

"President Lin!"

But just at that moment, a female waitress came running over.

"What’s up, did my wife call again?"

"No, it’s a call from someone at your law firm!"

"Oh, hand it over!"

Lin Xiangtian gestured, and the waitress promptly handed him the phone.

"Oh, what’s up, I’m playing golf here?"

"What, 300 million, and it’s my daughter’s team again?"

"Ren’s Film Industry, that case with Ren Xinwei, what’s that woman’s name? Zhu, Zhu..."

"Right, right, Zhu Tianying, now I remember. I didn’t expect it to really be her. Ren Xinwei is truly unlucky. Not only did he marry a trophy wife, but she ended up doing him in."

"Back then, I attended their wedding banquet, and then my wife mentioned that the woman was not a good person..."

"Alright, alright, I got it, that’s enough!"

Lin Xiangtian hung up the phone and didn’t give the conversation much thought.

It was just a 300 million contract and a tie-up with Ren’s Film Industry; Lin Xiangtian didn’t care about such a small amount of money.

With this little leisure time to worry about such matters, he’d rather play a couple more rounds.

"Let’s go..."

After handing the phone back to the waitress, Lin Xiangtian was about to start his grand endeavor of swinging the club again.

"President Lin!"

However, after a while, the waitress ran back again.

"What’s the matter? It couldn’t really be my wife this time, could it?"

"No, there’s someone outside asking for you by name, but he doesn’t have the club’s VIP access, so the manager didn’t let him in!"

"Looking for me, without VIP?" Lin Xiangtian looked puzzled.

Today there seemed to be more phone calls than usual, and who could it be?

If it was someone familiar, they should know the rules.

His rule was that even the emperor shouldn’t disturb him while playing golf.

Similarly, the rule of this golf club was that non-VIPs were not allowed in, and Lin Xiangtian, being a regular here, knew that many partners who came looking for someone would get VIP access at the club.

So, the person looking for him this time was definitely not an acquaintance, nor a business partner of his.

"Did he mention his identity?"

"He said his name is Zhang Wei."

"Zhang Wei!"

Upon hearing this name, Lin Xiangtian was momentarily startled, but quickly recovered.

The 300 million contract previously mentioned on the phone, and the signing lawyer with Ren’s Film Industry, seemed to be this young man.

"Let him come over. Remember to bring him to me; I just want to meet this young man!"

Although he wasn’t particularly concerned about Zhang Wei, considering that he was a standout employee in his own law firm recently, Lin Xiangtian thought it wouldn’t hurt to meet him in person.

Additionally, given the recent conflict between him and Lin Yufeng, he really had something to say to Zhang Wei.

Soon, Zhang Wei was brought before Lin Xiangtian.

"President Lin!"

"So you’re Zhang Wei. Your performance in the mock trial with my son was quite impressive!"

Lin Xiangtian put down his golf club; a towel handed to him by the waitress to wipe his sweat, he walked over and sat down on the lounger beside Zhang Wei.

Picking up a glass of juice from the table, Lin Xiangtian took a sip and said contentedly, "I just took a call, and did you settle the case with Ren’s Film Industry?"

"Settled it. Not only did we get Zhu Tianying put in prison, but we also signed a consulting agreement with them. It’s a pity they only hired me alone, and the annual consultancy fee is the same 20 million."

"Haha, it’s fine, it’s fine!"

Lin Xiangtian waved his hand, seemingly indifferent, "Whether the deals are big or small doesn’t matter. What we at Jincheng rely on is the base quantity. How many big enterprises in Dongfang Capital work with us, right? A mere 20 million is just a drop in the bucket~"

As he spoke, he gestured with a hook of his finger to one side, and immediately a waiter stepped forward to fan him gently.

Lin Xiangtian closed his eyes in enjoyment, then turned to Zhang Wei and asked, "Tell me, kid, what brings you to see me? Surely you didn’t just come to report your achievement and seek praise?"

"If that’s the case, then I can only say that you’re a bit too eager for quick success, thinking that just because you’ve closed a mere 300 million deal, you’re entitled to a face-to-face conversation with me, huh?"

million, for the average person, is an astronomical sum.

But for Lin Xiangtian, it was just a string of numbers ending with eight zeroes.

"President Lin, you misunderstand. I’m not here to boast, nor to prove myself..."

"Oh? Then what for?"

"President Lin, I’m here to negotiate terms with you!"

Lin Xiangtian’s plump face twitched, and he just lay down but then suddenly sat up again.

Good heavens, a junior lawyer was actually here to negotiate terms with him!

"Do you even know what you’re saying, kid?"

"President Lin, I just want to tell you that although Jincheng is a big ship, I, Zhang Wei, am not content to be a mere sailor, and I’ve already proven my capabilities to you!"

"But you’re just an intern lawyer!"

"But Jincheng has no rule that says an intern lawyer can’t have his own stage, does it?"

"Oh? What stage do you want?"

"President Lin, let’s be frank. I want to have my own office like Lawyer Bai and the right to independently accept cases!"

When Zhang Wei made his request, a hint of surprise flashed in Lin Xiangtian’s eyes.

This young man really had the cheek to ask for a lot.

Whereas Zhang Wei was staring at Lin Xiangtian fearlessly.

I’ve made my demands, and now I’m waiting for your response.

Are you going to grant me these privileges, or not?

This time, I, Zhang Wei, am challenging you, Lin Xiangtian.