Are You Crazy? He’s only an Intern Lawyer?
Chapter 622 - 615: A Stinky Tactic? Zhang Wei Falls into a Major Disadvantage

Chapter 622: Chapter 615: A Stinky Tactic? Zhang Wei Falls into a Major Disadvantage

The courtroom fell into silence.

However, everyone could clearly see the photos of Mr. Xiao Mo Moji with several beauties on the projection screen.

These photos were blatantly indecent at a glance.

Mr. Xiao Mo Moji had just apologized to the media at noon, admitting he was very remorseful.

Yet that evening, he went out to have happy times at a club with friends, picked up girls, and had an even happier time with them.

This was really... the epitome of double-dealing.

Forget it, they didn’t even want to comment anymore; they just wanted to ask if the mosaic could really not be removed?

Zhang Wei seemed to read their minds and shook his head.

Sorry, this is a courtroom, and the mosaic really can’t be removed.

Otherwise, Old Ni on the judges’ bench would definitely kill someone!

Considering his own safety, the mosaic had to be put up.

After seeing the photos, the observers’ gallery and the jury were thoroughly abuzz this time.

Everyone couldn’t believe Mr. Xiao Mo Moji’s attitude was so... shameless.

"Um, there seems to be a problem in the jury!"

Just then, Zhang Wei keenly caught on to something.

He noticed that among the six foreign jury members, two were not participating in the discussion, and even after seeing the photos, they showed no emotional reaction whatsoever.

This situation was as if they already knew or simply didn’t care about the matter at all.

Why was that?

As part of the jury, why were they indifferent to this case?

Zhang Wei, taking advantage of the court’s changing dynamics, approached the jury box.

"Ladies and gentlemen, please look. This is what Mr. Xiao Mo Moji did after almost running over Ms. Lu on Saturday night and apologizing on Sunday noon—he went out and did this in the evening!"

While he spoke, he walked in front of Cui Xi and winked, nodding towards the two nonreactive foreign jurors.

Cui Xi subconsciously crossed her fingers, then with a subtle movement raised her left pinkie and ring finger slightly.

"These two really are problematic!"

Zhang Wei instantly understood.

He gave the two jurors a meaningful look and then, as if nothing had happened, returned to the center of the courtroom.

"Mr. Xiao Mo Moji, do you have a misunderstanding about your so-called remorseful behavior, or is it that in Ancient Elephant Country, after expressing remorse, this is a necessary activity?"

Zhang Wei pointed at the risque photos on the screen and again targeted Mr. Xiao Mo Moji.

Mr. Xiao Mo Moji hung his head, his face full of regret.

But his so-called regret was not due to guilt but rather because he hadn’t stopped the women from taking pictures at the time.

He was too caught up in the fun to pay attention to that!

"I believe everyone has seen, this is Mr. Xiao Mo Moji filled with a heart of remorse!"

Zhang Wei added another jab, pointing at Mr. Xiao Mo Moji in the witness stand, "So I have a question: he admitted in front of countless media that he was remorseful. Whether that’s true, you all have seen for yourselves."

"Then, when he admitted in front of the Procuratorate that he had hit Ms. Lu and fled the scene, is that also true?"

At these words, a look of surprise flashed in the eyes of many in the courtroom.

Indeed!

Mr. Xiao Mo Moji said he was full of regret and even promised some things during a press conference on Sunday noon before the whole Dongfang Capital media.

But that very evening, he went out to have happy times with a bunch of shady friends at a club, showing none of the mien of a remorseful person.

Similarly...

You admit in front of the Procuratorate that you hit someone and fled the scene. Is that true?

Looking at your attitude, you seem to be lying through your teeth.

"I... I told the truth, I really did hit someone, I... "

"Ah, yes, yes, yes, you’re right!"

Seeing Mr. Xiao Mo Moji trying to argue, Zhang Wei just laughed it off nonchalantly.

"Judge Ni, regarding this witness, our side has no further questions for now!"

Zhang Wei, having achieved his goal and successfully incited the jury’s hostility toward Mr. Xiao Mo Moji, ended his questioning.

Ni Qiuping immediately looked towards the defense bench, towards Ren Xingzhou.

Now on your side, the trio has each had their turn in court. This time, it’s someone else’s turn.

Ren Xingzhou felt the gazes of the entire courtroom and showed a confident smile.

This time, naturally, it is my turn, Ren Someone.

Under the watchful eyes of all, Ren Xingzhou slowly stood up and walked to the front of the courtroom.

"Hello, Mr. Xiao Mo Moji."

"Hello, Lawyer Ren."

After exchanging greetings, Ren Xingzhou pushed up his glasses and began to analyze the current situation.

At present, Zhang Wei has produced "ironclad" evidence proving Mr. Xiao Mo Moji’s remorse is disingenuous.

The courtroom’s climate is very unfavorable for the defense.

Within the jury, a vast majority view Mr. Xiao Mo Moji with hostility, considering him nothing but a spoiled heir, irresponsible and heartless.

If it were any other lawyer, they would naturally try to vindicate the witness and help him regain the jury’s trust.

But Ren Xingzhou knew this was impossible.

Because Mr. Xiao Mo Moji is nothing but a second-generation rich kid living off his father’s power, to put it harshly, this kid really isn’t anything good, having no real skill and playing around too much.

Why did this kid follow his father to Dragon Country? Naturally, because he went too far in Ancient Elephant Country and couldn’t stay there any longer, so he came to Dragon Country.

Therefore, Ren Xingzhou wasn’t clear in his mind, if he planned to prove Mr. Xiao Mo Moji’s character as upright and his morals as impeccable, whether Zhang Wei would have a trick up his sleeve.

He glanced at Zhang Wei and saw Zhang Wei staring back at him with a sneer.

This sneer gave Ren Xingzhou an uneasy feeling.

Let’s assume Zhang Wei has gathered all the dirt on Mr. Xiao Mo Moji from Ancient Elephant Country and is lying in ambush for himself.

Since the approach to help Mr. Xiao Mo Moji is a no-go, Ren Xingzhou immediately thought of another strategy.

"Ahem, may I ask, was it you who injured Ms. Lu?"

"Yes."

"May I ask if it was you who turned yourself in to the investigation department?"

"Yes."

"May I ask if the prosecution has already identified you as the culprit and sealed the case files?"

"Yes."

"May I ask, besides Lawyer Zhang, is there anyone else who does not believe it was you who injured Ms. Lu?"

"No."

With the last question denied by Mr. Xiao Mo Moji with a shake of his head, Ren Xingzhou nodded.

"Ladies and gentlemen of the jury, and everyone in the audience, can you clearly feel how absurd this lawsuit is?"

"Why, even when the investigation department has identified Mr. Xiao Mo Moji as the culprit and even the Procuratorate Headquarters has decided not to prosecute him, does Lawyer Zhang still insist on it?"

Ren Xingzhou held up a finger, "There is only one answer, and that is that Lawyer Zhang has a compelling reason to do so!"

"For whom is he suing our client, and why is he implicated Mr. Xiao Mo Moji, and for what purpose has he initiated this lawsuit?"

"The truth is singular, that all of this is for his own gain!"

As Ren Xingzhou spoke, he raised his hand and pointed at Zhang Wei.

"Wow, Old Ren, are you trying to cosplay as a Grim Reaper here?"

Seeing Ren Xingzhou adopting a "There’s only one truth..." stance and pushing up his glasses, Zhang Wei couldn’t help but want to quip.

This is the solemn and sacred courtroom, not some convention center for cosplaying anime characters!

At that moment, Ren Xingzhou, as if possessed, pointed at Zhang Wei and said:

"Lawyer Zhang, don’t deny it. After losing the protection of Jincheng Law Firm, you initiated this litigation, disregarding the facts and truth, just to gain enough fame for yourself, didn’t you?"

"I know, you’re eyeing Mr. Momoji’s status as a foreign diplomat from Ancient Elephant Country and our client Master Wu’s status from the Wu Family, which can bring you enough traffic and attention, so you initiated this lawsuit!"

"I know, regardless of winning or losing this lawsuit, you have already gained attention, and I know you have a plan in mind, one that ensures you cannot lose, right?"

Zhang Wei was taken aback and countered, "Old Ren, all these are just your wishful speculations, setting that aside, how do you figure I would have an invincible plan?"

"Simple, because you know both Mr. Wu and Mr. Momoji need to maintain face, yet you, Zhang Wei, are entirely capable of being utterly shameless!"

Zhang Wei touched his face, which to be honest, was actually quite thin.

How dare you, Old Ren, slander me like this? How am I shameless?

"When the case reaches a stalemate, you can hire a swarm of trolls and actors to attack Master Wu and Mr. Momoji on online forums and then send out extras to blockade the doors, pressuring them into a compromise with you!"

"In the end, burdened by media pressure and public opinion, you, Zhang Wei, can manipulate the situation to obtain a substantial compensation for your client. Was this your plan from the start?"

"Once the compensation is in hand, your client will naturally be satisfied, having received the medical fees, and you will have gained immense traffic and support, as well as reputation for winning a lawsuit and obtaining compensation. You would completely be able to strike out on your own after leaving Jincheng!"

"Zhang Wei, this is your plan, this is what you’re planning for your future. I’ve seen through you in advance. You, Zhang Wei, really stop at nothing for your own sake!"

Ren Xingzhou’s speech completely changed the direction of the entire court.

So that’s it, you’re not planning to clear Xiao Mo Moji’s name, but planning to smear me instead.

Zhang Wei, looking at Ren Xingzhou, understood the latter’s intention in just an instant.

When two groups are opponents, if one person from one side is covered in shit, it is a conventional behavior for teammates of the other side to help clean it up.

But Ren Xingzhou took a different path. Knowing that the shit on Xiao Mo Moji couldn’t be wiped clean, he simply decided not to wipe it at all, and instead splashed it on Zhang Wei.

Then, it would be a matter of who ended up with more shit on them.

And with Jincheng Law Firm, which controlled the media opinion in Dongfang Capital along with the right to speak in newspapers and magazines, absolutely being able to dump more shit on Zhang Wei.

This was Ren Xingzhou’s purpose.

You want to stink up Momoji, huh? Well, I’ll make you stink even worse!

It must be said that Ren Xingzhou’s tactics were actually very successful.

At this moment, with his impassioned revelation of the truth, many among the jury had already changed their opinion of Zhang Wei.

Especially the two foreign members of the jury, who were trying to meet glances with the other jurors, then a suspicion emerged in their eyes.

Such feelings are contagious.

Before long, almost more than half of the jurors began to doubt Zhang Wei.

Seeing his objective achieved, Ren Xingzhou immediately revealed a cold smile.

However, at the end, he still had some finishing work to do.

"Mr. Xiao Mo Moji, I have one last question."

"Is your apology to the injured Ms. Lu sincere?"

"Of course, I am truly sorry."

"Then, if you were to join my client, Master Wu, in compensating Ms. Lu for all her medical expenses, and on top of that, provide a reasonable settlement to her family, would you be willing to do that?"

"I would certainly be willing!"

Hearing Xiao Mo Moji’s immediate, and serious response, Ren Xingzhou fired again.

"Lawyer Zhang, look at you. I think there are moments when you don’t even have the moral integrity of Mr. Xiao Mo Moji. At least when he admits his mistake and compensates, it’s all heartfelt and sincere!"

With these words, the gazes towards Xiao Mo Moji from the jury and the audience began to carry a hint of goodwill.

Even the malice that was present just a while ago had diminished significantly.

"Judge Ni, my questioning of the witness is finished!"

Having achieved his purpose, Ren Xingzhou concluded the cross-examination.

When he returned to the defense’s bench, Lawyer Shen, Lawyer Han, and Lawyer Yang all couldn’t help but give him a thumbs up.

"Lawyer Ren, you really have a way with words. Even I think what you said was quite good!"

Even Wu Renjie, who was always hard to impress, couldn’t help but burst into hearty laughter at that moment.

It was obvious to everyone that the courtroom’s tide had turned in favor of the defendants.

Especially the last question by Ren Xingzhou, which was the icing on the cake, earning Xiao Mo Moji a wave of positive impression points.

I, Wu Renjie, am willing to call this last move a checkmate!

With this, he also revealed a sneering smile, looking at Zhang Wei with a face full of mockery.

At this moment, Zhang Wei must already be having a headache, right?

Wu Renjie’s gaze swept across the room, locking on to the plaintiff’s bench nearby.

At this moment, Zhang Wei’s expression was unusually calm, but how much of it was composure was something only he knew.

"Hey, hey, hey, aren’t you going to strike back?"

Even his own teammate was beginning to feel that something was amiss.

Look, look! What kind of looks are you getting from all around?

These people are very doubtful of you, yet you don’t speak up in your own defense.

Zhang Wei still did not take action and even just raised his head to look at the clock on the wall.

"Ahem, the court has noted that it’s getting late today, so let’s adjourn for now. We will continue the session at the same time tomorrow afternoon!"

It was at this moment that Ni Qiuping finally made a statement.

Having said that, with a final tap of the Gavel, the courtroom began to disperse.

"Time’s up, what a pity, otherwise, we could have knocked this kid out today!"

Ren Xingzhou inwardly expressed regret, knowing that today’s advantage should have been enough to make Zhang Wei pay a price.

"Lawyer Ren, you performed exceptionally well, I have great admiration for you!"

Mr. Xiao Mo Moji also stepped down from the witness stand and expressed his appreciation for Ren Xingzhou.

"Hahaha, of course, when I’m involved, rest assured!"

Ren Xingzhou certainly laughed heartily, almost lifting his head with pride.

The three-person group—Lawyer Shen, Lawyer Han, and Lawyer Yang—also wanted to speak up.

But Ren Xingzhou, with a grand sweep of his hand, said, "Let’s go, let’s leave here first, we still have to report our victory to President Lin later!"

"However, let me tell you, our significant advantage today, it was all thanks to my leadership, understand!"

"Yes, yes, you’re absolutely right, Lawyer Ren..."

Hearing Ren Xingzhou praising himself like that, the trio agreed outwardly, but internally, they were rolling their eyes.

To be led by someone like you, we truly are impressed.

In today’s courtroom battle, all three of them played no small part.

No wonder Bai Meiqi wanted to leave the team early, she must have seen through your style, Ren Xingzhou.

Amidst this self-congratulation and their varied thoughts, they left the courtroom.

The listening and jury areas slowly emptied as well, and soon the entire courtroom was left with only Zhang Wei and his people.

"Let’s go, we should head back too, we still have a lot to do today!"

Zhang Wei said, with a sweep of his hand, he too led his people away.

However, Zhang Xinwu, Zhao Xiaoxiao, and the other women, watching Zhang Wei’s retreating figure, felt a sense of helplessness.

During today’s trial, it seemed like Zhang Wei had fallen into a disadvantageous position.

...

That evening at Jincheng Law Firm.

"So and so, thus and such..."

Ren Xingzhou began to report the situation to Lin Xiangtian, while the three-person group stood respectfully at the side, performing the duties of subordinates.

"So you mean to say, in the face of Zhang Wei’s several offenses today, not only did you withstand them all, but you also severely dampened the kid’s spirit?"

Lin Xiangtian’s face brimmed with joy upon hearing Ren Xingzhou’s report.

"Yes, Boss, it was all thanks to our team!"

Hearing Ren Xingzhou say this, the three-person group blinked in surprise, then their eyes lit up.

Lawyer Ren, we misunderstood you, we apologize.

"Of course, while they each played a role, it was mostly my brilliant leadership that repeatedly figured out that kid’s intentions. Moreover, it was I who decisively turned the tables for us at the end!"

Well, the three-person group thought, Ren Xingzhou still hasn’t changed his ways!

"Excellent, excellent, continue this momentum tomorrow, and aim to have the jury go into the weekend with dissatisfaction and animosity towards Zhang Wei, so we can further manipulate public opinion over the weekend."

"We understand!"

"Good, you may leave now!"

After giving instructions, Lin Xiangtian then sent Ren Xingzhou and his three colleagues away.

He turned to Wu Yuanzong who was sitting nearby and smiled, "Second Brother Wu, are you satisfied now?"

"You Fatty Lin, sometimes, you’re somewhat reliable!"

"Hey, what do you mean sometimes? Am I not always reliable?"

"Hehe!"

"What do you mean by that, Wu Yuanzong, you look down on me, Lin Xiangtian?"

Lin Xiangtian snorted coldly, but then also sat down, saying pensively, "This time, we should be able to completely take down that kid, right?"

Upon hearing this, Wu Yuanzong’s face also showed a ruthless expression, "We should be able to, as long as we can keep this up, victory is assured!"

"Then let’s keep it up, and launch another media attack this weekend, and strip that kid of everything!"

"Hehehe..."

"Hehehehehe..."

After exchanging glances and laughing, their chuckles grew increasingly sinister and chilling, as if they were villains out of a fantasy novel.