Are You Crazy? He’s only an Intern Lawyer?
Chapter 611 - 604 The Wu Family Plays Dumb, Meet the Murderer?

Chapter 611: Chapter 604 The Wu Family Plays Dumb, Meet the Murderer?

"Today, I, Zhang Someone, have come here to demand that the Wu Family give us an explanation!"

Zhang Wei, without any preamble, directly stated his purpose.

Wu Yuanzong had only just sat down when Zhang Wei laid his cards on the table.

In his heart he cried out, Good gracious!

You really don’t consider yourself an outsider, do you?

If it’s laying cards on the table you want, laying cards on the table it is.

Do you think my Wu Family is so easily bullied that you can just come here and push us around?

How dare you, you little punk, question my Wu Family!

Wu Yuanzong had initially planned to say just that but before the words "How dare you" could escape his lips, he caught Xia Qianyue’s sharp gaze.

This Second Master of the Wu Family, although somewhat complacent about his own skills, knew that he had been practicing martial arts diligently for years.

But he was even more aware that human strength has its limits!

In front of a powerful "non-human," one must recognize one’s own insignificance!

So, if one must cower, then cower one shall!

"Er, Lawyer Zhang, Officer Xia, are you two planning to confront me today?"

"Second Master Wu, has your head gone funny? This situation is so obvious, why do you still act so surprised and then question us back?"

"But I am powerless to help with your demand for an explanation..."

Wu Yuanzong said, chuckling awkwardly, "After all, my nephew Renjie, he’s a victim too..."

"He never expected that little rascal from a friendly nation named Momoji to drive so fast..."

"Heh..."

Second Master Wu’s explanation was met with Zhang Wei’s disdainful cold laughter.

"Second Master Wu, but how come I’ve heard another story? It seems more like your nephew Renjie was driving, and after realizing he hit someone, he switched places with the person in the passenger seat, didn’t he?"

"This..."

Wu Yuanzong was naturally aware of the situation, but he couldn’t admit it, because once he did, who would know if this little bastard in front of him had a contingency plan.

So naturally, his attitude was...

"Lawyer Zhang, I’ll say it again; Renjie is innocent, he is also a victim!"

As he spoke, Wu Yuanzong also brought up the investigation department: "Moreover, the accident investigation report from the investigation department has given the same response, and besides, that little Momoji has turned himself in, hasn’t he?"

"Turned himself in?"

Upon hearing this word, Zhang Wei let out another cold laugh.

Why he turned himself in, do you really have no clue?

The son of a diplomat, enjoying diplomatic immunity, even if he turns himself in, the investigation department can’t arrest him!

The so-called diplomatic immunity means that embassies concerning property and archives are inviolable, host country personnel may not enter the embassy to take action or carry out legal procedures; simultaneously diplomatic representatives are personally inviolable, not subject to arrest or detention, and the judiciary of the host country may not sue or try diplomats, and cannot carry out any punitive execution!

Momoji’s father is also named Momoji; this elder Momoji is the ambassador of the Ancient Elephant Country to Dragon Country.

In other words, within Dragon Country’s territory, he and his son are not subject to Dragon Country’s laws, cannot be arrested or detained by Dragon Country’s law enforcement, nor will they be subject to criminal prosecution or punishment.

A get-out-of-jail-free card!

These four words are enough to describe it vividly.

"So, this is the Wu Family’s stance?"

Zhang Wei looked at Wu Yuanzong, and Wu Yuanzong looked back at Zhang Wei; their gazes met in midair.

From Wu Yuanzong’s eyes, Zhang Wei saw a trace of resolve.

Clearly, Wu Yuanzong, or rather the Wu Family, was absolutely not going to change their minds.

"Lawyer Zhang, what do you mean by the ’Wu Family’s stance’? Isn’t this the fact? Doesn’t the investigation department also affirm it?’

"Since you’re a lawyer, then you too deal with the law, and you should know that since the law now recognizes Renjie as a victim, then he is a victim!"

As Wu Yuanzong spoke, he looked at Zhang Wei, "Oh, by the way, I heard Lawyer Zhang has left Jincheng, is it because Fatty Lin threw you out of the law firm?"

"Wrong, Fatty Lin didn’t fire me, I left on my own!"

Facing Wu Yuanzong’s provocation, Zhang Wei replied with a cold laugh: "The one who got fired was some simple-minded person who meddles without understanding and tries to provoke me; I just felt that Jincheng Law Firm was not suitable for me, so I chose to go our separate ways, that’s all!"

Wu Yuanzong naturally sensed the threat in Zhang Wei’s words, but his expression remained unchanged.

Because right now, the Wu Family had the moral high ground, and the law was on their side.

He, Wu Yuanzong, was fearless.

Seeing this, Zhang Wei smiled slightly: "Speaking of which, Second Master Wu, is your venerable father at home?"

What for?

Asking if my dad is home, are you planning to use that trick again?

Wu Yuanzong grew wary and glanced at Xia Qianyue beside Zhang Wei.

"Lawyer Zhang, my dad has gone into seclusion again, what do you want with him?"

"Why, it’s just that our Silly has been awfully bored lately and lacks a sparring partner to practice with..."

Indeed, Wu Yuanzong knew this guy was up to no good.

"Ahem..."

He quickly coughed to hide the apprehension on his face.

"Lawyer Zhang, you may not know, but my dad’s getting on in years and recently, his back and waist have suffered some injuries. The matter of competing in martial arts must be put on hold."

Wu Yuanzong waved his hands while he threw his own father under the bus.

His father, Wu Shentong, was actually in great health.

But in face of Xia Qianyue, Wu Shentong would say, when it’s time to cower, you cower!

"Oh ho, it turns out Old Master Wu isn’t well, how is his health, is it difficult for him to even walk on the ground?"

Seeing Zhang Wei suddenly concerned about his father, Wu Yuanzong waved his hand: "Lawyer Zhang, I’m not afraid to tell you, if you want her to confront my dad, then during the fight, my dad would probably just have to lie down directly!"

A seventy-eighty-year-old gentleman, just dropping to the ground like that.

This plot, to the uninformed, would seem like a scam!

"Second Master Wu, do you really have to go this far?"

"Lawyer Zhang, aren’t you the one who’s been pressuring us?"

Wu Yuanzong gave up too, not caring about his image, and laid his cards on the table: "Anyway, if you’re looking for my father, then if he just lies down on the ground during the fight, I don’t believe you’d really dare to make a move!"

"Furthermore, if you’re looking for Renjie, I can only tell you, he’s a victim too!"

Zhang Wei smacked his lips, and then could only stand up.

"Since the Wu Family has thrown its face away, then Zhang Someone admits defeat!"

Zhang Wei clasped his hands towards Wu Yuanzong as a farewelI: "Zhang Someone underestimated the thickness of the Wu family members’ faces, I shall take my leave now!"

"No need to see you out!" Wu Yuanzong also clasped his hands in return, but his gaze didn’t even rest on Zhang Wei.

Indifferent!

The attitude of the Wu Family was truly half-hearted.

Zhang Wei, accompanied by Xia Qianyue, walked towards the exit of the drawing room.

However, just as he was about to leave, his steps slowed slightly.

"Oh, by the way, Second Master Wu, although criminal prosecution can’t touch your family’s Renjie, I, Zhang Wei, will still launch a civil lawsuit on behalf of the victim’s family. You’d better be prepared!"

"What, a civil lawsuit!" The moment these words were spoken, Wu Yuanzong looked astonished.

But Zhang Wei, after dropping such a remark, walked straight out of the drawing room.

Inside the drawing room, only Wu Yuanzong remained, his expression fluctuating unpredictably.

"Sigh, this guy is indeed troublesome; it seems like our Wu Family has to confront him head-on after all!"

The mere thought of the Wu Family provoking Zhang Wei made Wu Yuanzong’s complexion turn sour.

Because he knew this guy wouldn’t let things slide; he was determined to cling to his nephew like a beast that had spotted its prey, refusing to let go.

The only option left now was to seek a powerful ally and brace for a direct clash with that guy in court.

"Right, this guy left Jincheng Law Firm, so if we seek Jincheng Law Firm’s help for the Wu Family, won’t the conflict of interest disappear?"

Wu Yuanzong’s eyes slightly brightened, evidently believing he had found a solution.

The Wu Family wasn’t adept at lawsuits; after all, they were straightforward people.

But the Lin Family was!

With this in mind, Wu Yuanzong felt it was necessary to play a round of golf with Lin Xiangtian.

However, just thinking of Fatty Lin’s golf skills gave him a headache and a tightness in his chest.

Playing golf with this guy was truly a test of patience and endurance.

...

Dongfang Capital, Procuratorate Headquarters.

After leaving the Wu Family Estate, Zhang Wei didn’t waste any time, taking Xia Qianyue with him to their second destination.

Standing at the familiar spot, before the familiar entrance, this time he didn’t hesitate at all and walked straight in.

Second floor, Serious Crime Division Office.

Because it was Tuesday, the atmosphere in the Serious Crime Division Office was naturally busy.

"Hello, prosecutors, may I ask if Old Xiao is here, is Old Xiao here?"

Zhang Wei yelled twice at the office door, and the whole office instantly fell silent.

Xiao Baihe glowered, her silver teeth tightly clenched, and slowly stood up.

Zhang Wei, you really don’t consider yourself an outsider, do you?

This is the Procuratorate Headquarters, and yet you act so casually. How could I, Xiao Baihe, tolerate this!

"Old Xiao, come on, to the tea room next door, our usual spot!"

When Zhang Wei saw Xiao Baihe, he immediately waved over and then went to the usual spot.

Xiao Baihe almost cursed out loud, but still headed to the tea room next door "obediently" under the watchful eyes of her colleagues in the office.

The tea room, the usual spot.

Xiao Baihe looked at Zhang Wei and Xia Qianyue across from her and thought to herself that she had miscalculated.

If I had known, I would have called Tan Yingying over. Then, facing Zhang Wei, I wouldn’t have seemed to be losing momentum.

Now I’m alone, and there are two of them opposite me - I’m at a disadvantage in numbers.

"Old Xiao, I want to ask about the case of Lu Ma, what is the prosecution’s stance..."

"Sorry, we can’t prosecute this case!"

Xiao Baihe seemed to know the purpose of Zhang Wei’s visit as soon as she heard the words "Lu Ma" and immediately started shaking her head.

"Firstly, the evidence chain for this case is not clear enough, and who was driving the car on Saturday night has no eyewitnesses to corroborate this fact."

"Secondly, the person has already surrendered themselves. What can we do? Surely you, Lawyer Zhang, don’t think that I, Xiao Baihe, could ignore a criminal’s confession and start an investigation again, do you?"

"Lastly, and most importantly, our superiors have already spoken. The investigation of this case stops here. I can only follow orders, so I apologize!"

Zhang Wei had barely spoken when Xiao Baihe already retorted sharply with three statements. It had to be said that she was well prepared.

"Old Xiao, regarding the three points you raised, I think you need to think again!"

"Think about what?" Xiao Baihe raised an eyebrow with a mocking look on her face.

"Firstly, the matter of eyewitnesses has been handled by the Wu Family. Even the car’s dashcam and the street surveillance footage have been tampered with."

"Secondly, the person turned themselves in because they knew that you, the prosecution, could do nothing about them. A direct relative of a diplomat also enjoys diplomatic immunity, and all you prosecutors can do is watch, right?"

"Finally, I also have to admit, the Wu Family’s influence is not small. As the oldest family in Dongfang Capital, a hint of their intention means the higher-ups at the Procuratorate Headquarters have to give face."

Xiao Baihe felt speechless inside, convinced that Zhang Wei had read too many conspiracy theories.

"Zhang Wei, this case is not prosecuted through official channels and normal procedure, so please stop with your conspiracy theories, okay?"

"I’m just stating the facts!"

"Facts that are at odds with reality?"

"Rather, it’s reality that’s at odds with the truth!"

"You, you, you..."

"What about me?"

Zhang Wei and Xiao Baihe began to argue in this small tea room.

There was no convincing each other, and neither of them was willing to stop for a breath.

Which left Xia Qianyue, sitting on the side, with a look of frustration on her face.

"Alright, stop arguing, you two!"

In the end, she had no choice but to break up the endless bickering between the two.

Finally, Zhang Wei and Xiao Baihe stopped their quarrel when Xia Qianyue spoke up.

"Zhang Wei, just be honest. Why have you come here? State your purpose!"

"Old Xiao, actually my purpose is quite straightforward. I would like you, as an upright and outstanding prosecutor, to prosecute Wu Renjie and pursue the truth."

"Sorry, I can’t do what you’re asking!"

Upon hearing Zhang Wei’s "intention," Xiao Baihe immediately shook her head in refusal.

It’s a joke, the superiors have already spoken.

If she didn’t heed the warning and continued to prosecute Wu Renjie, maybe she’d be transferred to a clerical department the next day, dealing with piles of paperwork all day long.

"Not prosecuting, the Procuratorate Headquarters really is..."

Zhang Wei looked bitterly disappointed, clearly perplexed by Xiao Baihe’s actions.

"How about this, you won’t resolve anything by arguing here, so why don’t you meet Momoji and see what he thinks?"

"What’s the use of meeting him? He has already confessed and the investigation division has completed the interrogation!"

"But I haven’t seen the guy yet, I need to see what kind of person who attacked Lu Ma looks like!"

Zhang Wei said sternly, his face resolute and uncompromising.

"You..."

"Xiao Baihe, just help us out, will you?"

Xia Qianyue blinked her eyes, a look of eager anticipation on her face.

"Eh... alright, alright, since you Silly person are like this, then I’ll go with you guys!"

Perhaps worried Zhang Wei would do something excessive, Xia Qianyue felt it necessary to go along with him.

After all, if she went together, she might be able to provide some last-minute support.

But just after Xiao Baihe agreed, Xia Qianyue exchanged a glance with Zhang Wei, a hint of a smile emerging in both their eyes.

"Hey, hey, hey, what do you two mean? You, Zhang Wei, had such a grievous look just now, why are you laughing now?"

"And you, Silly person, what’s with that pitiable look you had earlier, and now you’re laughing too?"

Xiao Baihe sensed something was off.

"Actually, we never really expected you to be able to sue them. The reason we came to see you was to hope that you would go with us. After all, having a prosecutor along does make things more convenient, right?"

"You two schemed against me?!"

Xiao Baihe never imagined she would be outwitted one day.

And the culprit, no less, was that intellectually challenged Silly person!

How infuriating!

But Xiao Baihe didn’t have a choice; since she had already agreed, she had to go whether she wanted to or not!

So, reluctantly, Xiao Baihe was dragged along by Zhang Wei and Xia Qianyue.

...

Dongfang Capital, Ancient Elephant Country Consulate in Dragon Country.

Though the main consulate of Ancient Elephant Country was located in Longdu, the branch in Dongfang Capital was designed to be even bigger and more luxurious than the headquarters.

The consulate was situated in the downtown area, a stately multi-story classical building, whose façade had been renovated, so it didn’t appear old. The sense of historic gravity was quite substantial, though.

At the gate of the consulate, naturally, were the security personnel of the Ancient Elephant Country.

"Hello, we’re here to see Mr. Momoji!"

"Identification!"

"Dongfang Capital Procuratorate Headquarters!"

"Serious Crime Division Office, Team 7!"

"I’m their assistant!"

The security personnel looked at the credentials in Xiao Baihe and Xia Qianyue’s hands without suspicion.

As foreign station staff, they of course needed to be familiar with the important departments of Dragon Country, so they could tell Xiao Baihe and Xia Qianyue’s identities were legitimate.

The only questionable one might be Zhang Wei, as he didn’t strike them as a typical subordinate.

"Please wait a moment, I will go inform them!"

A security officer hurried into the consulate, and after a full five minutes, he came back out again.

"Mr. Momoji is waiting for you inside!"

Zhang Wei and company walked into the consulate, led by a secretary, to wait at the door of a luxurious office.

The offices of foreign institutions are generally ostentatious and luxurious, as they represent their country’s dignity.

Though not as powerful as Dragon Country, Ancient Elephant Country was still a significant nation, fully aware of the importance of face.

Soon enough, the doors to the office opened wide, and Zhang Wei’s group entered.

Inside the office, the Ancient Elephant Country diplomat they came to see, Mr. Momoji, was engrossed in writing something at his desk.

It wasn’t until the three of them approached that he raised his head.

"Prosecutor, Serious Crime Division, have you come regarding my son’s case?"

Mr. Momoji, speaking in fairly fluent Dragon Country language, faced Xiao Baihe and Xia Qianyue with a composed expression.

"Indeed, we have come concerning the case of your esteemed son!"

Zhang Wei stepped forward first and approached Mr. Momoji, "Regarding this case, we have some specific questions we’d like to ask your son!"

"You three should be aware that both my son and I, as personnel of the Ancient Elephant Country stationed abroad, are protected by diplomatic immunity, correct?"

"We are certainly aware of that, and we also know that diplomats can’t be arrested or detained, but they can be subpoenaed!"

"However, as the head of the foreign station, I possess ’absolute immunity’!"

"But your son isn’t you; he’s just a family member of a diplomat. Moreover, absolute immunity isn’t truly absolute. Administrative regulations stipulate that you cannot be exempted from obligations such as testifying in court and cooperating with investigations according to law. All these are personal duties!"

Facing Mr. Momoji, Zhang Wei was naturally uncompromising, directly confronting him with a cold voice.