Are You Crazy? He’s only an Intern Lawyer?
Chapter 591 - 584: Zhang Wei’s Purpose? Dragon Lord’s Backup Plan?

Chapter 591: Chapter 584: Zhang Wei’s Purpose? Dragon Lord’s Backup Plan?

Because of the summons for Chen Xiao, Zhang Wei blew the lid off the incident from 12 years ago.

Of course, right now he merely raised a legitimate point of doubt, without presenting any concrete evidence.

But that was enough.

The court would accept these reasonable doubts and investigate them.

Even if it had been 12 years and getting evidence was difficult, the investigation might not proceed.

These reasonable doubts could become possibilities for Guan Yuhong’s innocence.

Didn’t you see how Chen Xiao’s face contorted with anger when Zhang Wei stated his goal?

She knew well that by doing this, Zhang Wei had almost achieved his purpose.

But simply letting Chen Xiao off the hook wasn’t Zhang Wei’s style.

"Lawyer Chen, let me confirm directly with you here, did you collude with You Dalei of Longxiang Construction to frame my client, Guan Yuhong?"

"And the reason you did this was simply because my client repeatedly rejected Longxiang Construction’s acquisition plans and refused to move his grocery store out of the supermarket!"

"Because my client decided not to move out, did it hinder Longxiang Construction’s development of the plot, the construction of Longxiang Building, and the business plan for Longxiang Shopping Center, forcing you to resort to such despicable means?"

Zhang Wei laid his cards on the table and directly questioned Chen Xiao about the incident from 12 years ago.

"These are all your assumptions, your senseless speculations, you have no proof. Lawyer Zhang, do you think I don’t know that you’re attempting to exonerate your client by dragging us through the mud?"

Chen Xiao denied the claims again, her tone steadfast in the belief that these were wishful thoughts on Zhang Wei’s part.

"Is that so? I believe the investigation department will help me find the evidence. I trust that even if Prosecutor Zhu has conflicts of interest with me, as a prosecutor, she will fight for justice!"

As Zhang Wei spoke, he pointed to Zhu Yuansi at the prosecution bench, then turned to glance at Officer Huo in the audience.

At this moment, both of them had a flicker of an unusual light in their eyes, a desire for knowledge, a thirst for the truth.

Chen Xiao certainly noticed this scene and inwardly lamented that it was bad news.

If this matter truly captured the attention of the Longdu Investigation Department and the Procuratorate Headquarters, the risk would increase.

And Dragon Lord hated risk above all!

"Ahem!" Just then, Judge Bao on the tribunal coughed.

"Lawyer Zhang, is that all you wish to ask?"

He gestured towards Chen Xiao and then looked at Zhang Wei, as if to say, you got anything else, hurry up.

"Judge Bao, please allow me to ask a few more questions."

"Be mindful of the time, it’s getting late!"

Judge Bao gave a reminder and pointed towards the clock.

Hurry up, kid, I’ve got another court session to get to!

"Lawyer Chen, regarding your conspiracy with You Dalei to frame my client, I will refrain from mentioning it for now!"

Chen Xiao rolled her eyes.

You say you won’t mention it, but then you did again, afraid the jury won’t hear it, huh?

"I would like to know, how did Lin Berte die?"

"That question, if you ask me, who shall I ask?"

Chen Xiao scoffed. What did Lin Berte’s death have to do with her?

The person who acted was Qing Jiao, and Chen Xiao was not privy to the details.

"Is that so? You don’t know? I thought for sure you knew the person who silenced him."

"I have no idea what you’re talking about!" Chen Xiao still denied unequivocally.

"So you’re saying, the death of the hitman Lin Berte, the death of Green Snake from the Qing Jiao Gang, even the death of your former direct superior Huang Yunhe, all have nothing to do with you?"

Zhang Wei once again looked at Zhu Yuansi and loudly voiced this point.

"You had no intention to kill to silence, no intention to wipe out all those who knew about the events from 12 years ago, and you didn’t instruct some assassin to eliminate these three people?"

"Lawyer Zhang, I’m really impressed by your imagination. The speculation you’re presenting could almost rival a mystery novel!"

Although Chen Xiao denied it and even tried to deflect with humor to sidetrack the jury’s focus,

she knew that the jury was certainly pondering these matters, and her denials were unlikely to mean much.

And, what was most problematic for her was that Zhang Wei had publicly discussed these matters in court.

This would direct the investigation and the Procuratorate Headquarters toward this line of inquiry!

He did it on purpose!

Chen Xiao could see through his tactic now.

Zhang Wei was doing it on purpose; rather than asking me questions, it was more like he was signaling to the Investigation Department and Procuratorate Headquarters, guiding the direction of their next investigation.

Shit!

Chen Xiao cursed silently, Zhang Wei was trying to lead the Investigation Department and the Procuratorate Headquarters by the nose, and the worst part was they were eagerly planning to follow his lead.

On Zhang Wei’s side, since Chen Xiao kept denying, he truly had no other recourse.

"Lawyer Chen, why do you keep denying it?"

"Lawyer Zhang, are you joking? Why would I let you slander me at will?"

As Chen Xiao spoke, he also glanced at Zhu Yuansi.

So you’re a high-ranking prosecutor, watching the defense attorney question like this, and you don’t have any reaction at all?

As for Chen Xiao’s contempt, Zhu Yuansi ignored it completely, acting as if he hadn’t seen it.

Chen Xiao was frustrated inside, but helpless.

"I’m just wondering, if you didn’t do such a thing, how could you, as a rookie lawyer, win the favor of a big client like Longxiang Construction from the hands of a senior partner?"

"And afterward, you were responsible for assisting in the completion of Longxiang Construction Group’s acquisition plans, including the development of commercial projects like Longxiang Building and Longxiang Shopping Center?"

"I believe you made a lot of money from these acquisitions and development projects, maybe you even received a hefty share of the dividends, enough to pay for your housing in the center of Longdu City?"

Chen Xiao’s eyes narrowed, sensing the jury’s gaze, and sneered inwardly.

Zhang Wei was once again playing tricks, trying to incite jealousy and hatred of the wealthy in the jury and the audience.

"Lawyer Zhang, I served Longxiang Construction because Lawyer Huang knew he couldn’t provide better service to clients due to his age, so he decided to hand President You over to me."

"Regarding the subsequent assistance with the development projects, it was merely due to President You’s trust and my own improved abilities that I was able to fulfill the client’s requests."

"As for buying a house in the city center, that’s money I earned fairly. Buying a house with the lawyer fees I made should be completely fine, right?"

Chen Xiao responded to Zhang Wei’s questioning one by one.

Not only that, but she also stared at Zhang Wei, her face revealing a cold sneer: "Speaking of which, Lawyer Zhang, you’re really something as well!"

"Despite your young age, you also serve many clients whose assets reach into tens of billions, and just a few days ago, you helped a famous director with assets over 1 billion win a lawsuit—I bet you made tens of millions just in lawyer fees from that one case, not to mention it’s just one of many."

"I heard you own a luxury car worth about 5 million and a top-equipped riverside house in Dongfang Capital along the Dongjiang riverbank, valued at no less than 200 million. I’d guess the dividends you earn from such clients must also reach into the hundreds of millions per year?"

"Compared to you, at your age, I was still worrying about my monthly apartment rent, while you’ve already achieved financial freedom!"

Okay, Zhang Wei didn’t expect that Chen Xiao had done a background check on him.

"No, no, Lawyer Chen, you must be joking. I’m just lucky, and as for the house and the car... they were gifts from clients..."

Zhang Wei waved his hands, trying to brush off the implications.

"It must be nice, I’d also love to have clients who can give away a 5 million luxury car and a house worth 200 million!"

Chen Xiao sneered again, her tone becoming more mocking.

"Cough cough cough!"

It was at this moment that Judge Bao on the bench couldn’t help himself.

Enough from both of you! Turning my courtroom into a venue for a commercial bragging match?

But to tell the truth, your commercial bragging is quite something. I never expected that you two lawyers could be so rich.

Let’s not even mention Chen Xiao, with advertisements reaching all the way to the center of Longdu City.

And you, Zhang Wei, can really drive a 5 million car and own a 200 million house? And you make over a hundred million just in lawyer fees every year?

I’m so envious...

No, that’s not right, my thoughts are wandering!

Judge Bao rubbed his face, then looked at Zhang Wei and said sternly, "Lawyer Zhang, can we end the chit-chat now? The courtroom is a solemn place, not where you two lawyers show off to each other!"

"Sorry, Judge Bao, I’m finished here!"

Zhang Wei hurriedly apologized and ended the cross-examination, quickly returning to his seat.

Seeing this, Judge Bao nodded and then announced:

"Given that today’s schedule is tight, the court will adjourn for today. As for the next court session time..."

He said, flipping open his schedule and looking carefully several times.

"...I’ve looked, and I have commitments for tomorrow and the day after. If it’s alright with you, how about we reconvene on Friday?"

"We have no objections!" Zhang Wei was the first to stand in support.

In fact, he was indifferent to the court dates; of course, the sooner the better for him.

"We... also have no objections, I guess..."

On the other hand, Zhu Yuansi, representing the prosecution, was more concerned about the court dates.

Because Zhang Wei introduced too many possibilities and suspicious points in the court, he thought that two days would not be enough for the investigation.

"Well then, since neither party has any objections, the court will convene this Friday. The court is now adjourned!"

Thud!

The gavel fell, court adjourned for the day!

...

PM, Longdu Courthouse.

The scene of the criminal court presided over by Judge Bao during the day was now deserted.

But at this moment, the courtroom doors were quietly pushed open, and two figures walked in.

"You two, you’ve finally arrived!"

At the judge’s bench, where the judge normally sat, now sat a figure.

Clad in golden clothes, golden breeches, a thick gold chain around his neck, and a cigar clamped in his mouth, it was none other than Dragon Lord.

"Dragon Lord, you asked for us?"

Among the two who arrived, You Dalei was the first to speak.

"Dragon Lord, why choose to meet with us in the courthouse?"

Chen Xiao, standing next to You Dalei, also looked around with a face full of surprise.

"Hahaha, very simple, because no one would think to come to the courthouse after it has adjourned!"

Dragon Lord laughed, then slowly stood up from the judge’s bench and stepped down.

"Ah Xiao, I’m very dissatisfied with your performance today!"

Upon hearing this, Chen Xiao’s face suddenly became tense.

"I’ve heard that you let that Zhang Wei kid spout nonsense in court, right?"

Chen Xiao’s forehead began to sweat upon hearing this.

It was her improvisation in court, yet Dragon Lord knew about it.

This meant that during today’s trial, Dragon Lord had arranged for someone to keep a close watch the entire time.

"Dragon Lord, that kid is really troublesome. Although what he says lacks evidence, as he points out, these are all reasonable doubts. Once the Investigation Department and the Procuratorate Headquarters get involved..."

"Dragon Lord, how about we send Qing Jiao to take care of that kid!"

You Dalei cut in sharply, with a fierce look on his face and made a throat-slitting gesture.

"No, if we kill that kid, wouldn’t it just tell the whole world that there’s something fishy about this case?"

Dragon Lord waved his hand to signal that this plan was no good.

He couldn’t cover the sky with one hand. Although his influence was substantial in Longdu, it only went so far.

To tamper with a case as notorious as this one, especially to kill the opposing party’s lawyer, would be too explosive.

Dragon Lord expressed that it could be done, but there was no need!

"Dragon Lord, if we can’t kill that kid, how about killing Guan Yuhong instead?"

"No, killing Guan Yuhong would make that kid possibly exploit the situation!"

Seeing You Dalei’s suggestion, Chen Xiao immediately shook her head, her expression full of concern.

If Guan Yuhong died, then Zhang Wei could bribe the media to start broadcasting that Longxiang Construction commits murder for wealth and silences people permanently.

Although we could hold a press conference to deny the allegations, the tactics Zhang Wei could employ were numerous. Did Longxiang Construction really want to enter into a war of attrition with him?

Moreover, as Dragon Lord had said, taking such action at this critical juncture was inappropriate.

"It seems like both of you are out of ideas?"

Dragon Lord’s gaze at the two made them feel intimidated.

"Fortunately, I still have a contingency plan!"

Luckily, Dragon Lord hadn’t placed all his hopes on them, but instead gestured towards someone behind him.

With a cigar in his two fingers, he gestured slightly behind him.

Immediately, someone produced a lighter and helped light his cigar.

There was a fourth person in the courtroom!

Under the light of the lighter, Chen Xiao and You Dalei naturally saw the newcomer’s face.

"How can it be?"

"You are..."

Seeing the face of the newcomer, both You Dalei and Chen Xiao were astonished.

"I didn’t expect that they were also Dragon Lord’s men!"

However, Dragon Lord ignored the astonishment of his two subordinates and instead brought the lit cigar to his lips. Between each inhale and exhale, a look of contentment spread across his face.

Everything was under his control!

After all, he had prepared enough backups!

...

Longdu District Procuratorate Office.

In Zhu Yuansi’s office.

Having gone through a whole day of pre-trial and court hearings, Zhu Yuansi had planned to rest.

Nevertheless, as a prosecutor, she often worked overtime and stayed up late when she was new to the job. Now, more than a decade later, she had grown accustomed to it.

Perhaps, that was the duty of a prosecutor.

"Honey, I’m going to work late today, so I won’t be coming home for dinner!"

"Mmm, I might not come home tomorrow either. There’s just so much to investigate that I’m not sure I can handle it all before Friday."

"Yes, it’s because of the case. I thought it was a normal case from 12 years ago, but I didn’t expect it to involve so much. I have to contact the investigation department now."

"Mmm, apologize to our daughter for me. Tell her that Mom will definitely spend quality time with her over the weekend. Goodbye."

After talking to her husband on the phone, Zhu Yuansi rubbed her forehead, casually picked up the coffee on the desk, and downed it in one gulp.

She then began working, making several calls to the investigation department to discuss some matters.

Afterward, she started working on the computer, logging into the prosecutor’s internal system, and began sorting through data and documents.

"If a case from 12 years ago involves Longxiang Construction, does that mean Longxiang Construction indeed colluded with Chen Xiao and then secretly schemed against Guan Yuhong?"

"Longxiang Construction acquired that land and developed it vigorously, Longxiang Building, Longxiang Shopping Center, Longxiang Entertainment City—the value of this land must have increased by more than 20 times, right?"

"Such interests are enough for businessmen to do anything. To them, even disposing of an ordinary grocery store owner isn’t too risky..."

Zhu Yuansi felt that Zhang Wei’s speculation made a lot of sense, and she had to follow this lead.

"If I could get the internal documents of Longxiang Construction, there should be enough time for the investigation. If I could get their development plans from 12 years ago, if I could get their financial reports, I might be able to find a loophole..."

Zhu Yuansi began to feel a headache about this because getting Longxiang Construction to hand over documents willingly was of course impossible.

Unless there was a search warrant.

But even with a search warrant, would the documents provided by Longxiang Construction be complete?

Some big companies always have two sets of books, one open and one hidden, and they also have professional accountants to manage them. The public books hardly ever reveal any loopholes.

Thinking this, Zhu Yuansi felt the need to get in touch with a professional.

She didn’t use the office landline, instead she dialed a number on her mobile phone.

"I need a set of documents, about You Dalei and Longxiang Construction from 12 years ago. The company’s internal financial statements, and all the documents related to the development plans of Longxiang Building and Longxiang Shopping Center."

"If possible, help me search for this information. Lin Berte, Qing Jiao Gang, and Huang Yunhe—focus on their connections with Longxiang Construction."

After making sure she had given clear instructions, Zhu Yuansi immediately hung up the phone.

"So now, it’s just a matter of waiting, isn’t it?"

She glanced at the dark sky outside, realizing that to get the information as soon as possible, she would have to make do with another night in the office.

A night passed without incident...

Wednesday morning.

Thump, thump, thump!

Loud knocking woke Zhu Yuansi from her sleep in the office.

She got up from the sofa and tidied herself up a bit before opening the office door.

To her surprise, as soon as she opened the door, she found several stern-faced men in suits standing there.

"We’re from the Internal Affairs Investigation Department. We have received a report that Prosecutor Zhu Yuansi is involved in two computer crimes and civil rights infringement. Please come with us."

"What!"

Zhu Yuansi’s pupils trembled slightly, clearly not expecting the Internal Affairs to be targeting her.

And what’s more, she had only contacted "that side" last night, and by this morning, Internal Affairs had already found out.

Had their efficiency become this high?

Impossible!

Unfortunately, Zhu Yuansi had no chance to argue, as Internal Affairs didn’t give her the opportunity.

Their investigations were notoriously ruthless!