Are You Crazy? He’s only an Intern Lawyer?
Chapter 623 - 616 Inviting Momoji? The Unease of Zhang Xinwu

Chapter 623: Chapter 616 Inviting Momoji? The Unease of Zhang Xinwu

Thursday, evening.

Zhang’s Martial Arts School, temporary operation center.

Zhang Wei was having a meeting with the girls.

"Today’s trial, although Ren Xingzhou’s counter-evidence was impressive, we still gained something!"

"Did you really gain something?" The second daughter immediately looked up.

"Of course."

Zhang Wei said, recalling, "When I said that Xiao Mo Moji was a profligate heir, did you see Ren Xingzhou contradict me?"

Zhao Xiaoxiao and Xia Qianyue, sitting next to her, looked at each other and then shook their heads together.

No, Ren Xingzhou did not contradict at all.

"Yes, when I attacked Xiao Mo Moji, he didn’t contradict me and even tacitly admitted it, indicating that Xiao Mo Moji is indeed beyond redemption to such an extent that he didn’t even think about speaking a good word for that lad."

Ren Xingzhou’s countermeasure against Zhang Wei’s tactics was what? A mutual mud-slinging tactic!

You blacken Xiao Mo Moji, I blacken you, slinging mud on your reputation!

"But isn’t that normal?"

Zhao Xiaoxiao raised her hand again: "Those who leave their hometowns to develop abroad, aren’t they all people who can’t fit in at home?"

"It is so, and Xiao Mo Moji is probably just like you think, but such a second-generation heir still has a powerful father who was able to obtain a distinguished status in Dongfang Capital, and oppress ordinary citizens with impunity, especially with the identity of a diplomat’s family, acquiring immunity!"

As Zhang Wei spoke, a trace of coldness flashed in his eyes.

Regardless of whether Xiao Mo Moji was the real culprit, his involvement in the case and his assistance in taking the blame for Wu Renjie meant that he had placed himself on the opposing side.

This person must not be spared!

"So what do we do tomorrow?"

The second daughter spoke and looked at Xia Qianyue sitting beside her, then at Mo Yuzhu and Jessica next door, and finally at Zhang Xinwu, who was sitting in the corner with her head down.

She smiled lightly and murmured to herself: "These women, each one is a busty monster, but Sister Xia is better, not as big as mine, hehehe..."

Naturally, Zhang Wei had no idea about the second daughter’s thoughts; he was also pondering what strategy should be used in tomorrow’s court session.

"According to my plan, today’s three witnesses should’ve been enough to cause significant damage to that bunch, but unexpectedly they got off easy, especially the third witness, who was outwitted by them!"

Thinking about the third witness, the vagrant who got drunk in court, Zhang Wei also felt somewhat frustrated.

"As for Xiao Mo Moji, blackening him worked to a degree, but Ren Xingzhou blackened me in return, and in the crossfire, it feels like I attracted a bit more negativity."

Zhang Wei said, rubbing his nose that felt a little itchy.

"Hey, there they go again!"

Just at that moment, the second daughter raised her little hand again.

"Dang dang dang dang, here it comes..."

As she tapped on the keyboard, she made accompanying sounds and handed the laptop to Zhang Wei.

"Hello everyone, welcome to "Lisa’s Interview" on time..."

Upon hearing this familiar opening, Zhang Wei’s face immediately turned expressionless.

Here we go again, huh?

"Ladies and gentlemen, I won’t keep you in suspense today. Our show has invited a very important guest~"

"Now, let us welcome the Ambassador of Ancient Elephant Country to Dragon Country and also the person in charge of foreign trade negotiations between Ancient Elephant Country and Dongfang Capital, Mr. Momoji!"

The scene switched, and Mr. Momoji was seen coming to the show with his son, Xiao Mo Moji.

Seeing the appearances of the Momoji father and son, the live broadcast’s chat room exploded with messages.

"666!"

"Awesome!"

"The production team is amazing!"

"Even an ambassador is invited, impressive!"

Similar messages flooded the chat, all exclaiming how remarkable the "Lisa’s Interview" team was.

Even Zhang Wei, watching the show on his laptop, couldn’t help but mutter, "Nice move."

Yesterday, it was Wu Yuanzong with his nephew Wu Renjie, and today it’s Mr. Momoji with his son Xiao Mo Moji, isn’t it?

However, Zhang Wei’s complaints obviously couldn’t be heard by the show’s team.

As the host, Wang Lisha was beaming at Mr. Momoji and his son.

"Mr. Momoji, hello, we’re very delighted to have you here at the show for an interview."

"Hello, Host Wang, I’m also very happy to be here."

In contrast to Xiao Mo Moji and some other foreigners, Mr. Momoji’s Dragon Country language was quite fluent, given that he had spent most of his recent years in Dongfang Capital, using Dragon Country’s language more often than his native tongue.

"Yesterday, we had Mr. Wu on the show, and today, what would you like to share with us, Mr. Momoji?"

Wang Lisha said as the background screen of the program displayed related reports about the lawsuit case.

Mr. Momoji glanced at it, then fell into deep thought.

"Actually, this case, to say it’s big is not that big, but to say it’s small is also not fair—it is, after all, a matter of life and death. And as the instigator, my son is at fault. I am very sorry for his actions,"

Mr. Momoji spoke and patted his son’s shoulder beside him. The latter instinctively lowered his head, appearing quite sincere.

"Speaking of my son, I also owe him an apology because I have been a diplomat for over a decade. Since he was young, I’ve constantly been working abroad, with very few opportunities each year to spend time with him. This contributed to some of his negative traits."

"I admit, I am at fault for this case as well. I neglected to discipline my son properly, which led to him lacking the rationality to do the right thing at the moment of the incident. He actually committed a hit-and-run, leaving a critically injured victim behind. This truly breaks my heart!"

Mr. Momoji said, his eyes reddening and the corners moist with tears.

"It’s good that you can admit your mistake!"

"Such grievance, even a diplomat is apologizing!"

"As long as you apologize, it’s fine!"

"Yes, you’ve apologized, we forgive you!"

For a moment, the barrage of comments refreshed quickly, with the vast majority seemingly supportive of Mr. Momoji.

Even if there was the occasional comment like: "We’re not the victims, what right do we have to forgive him?"

It would swiftly be drowned out in the sea of comments, barely making a splash.

Clearly, the barrage was also manipulated by paid posters.

Amidst Mr. Momoji’s explanations, the screen was filled with comments scrolling by such as "Forgive him" and "We support you."

"Isn’t this too fake?"

The barrage on the screen also triggered Zhao Xiaoxiao and others watching the live broadcast to unanimously sneer.

"These program makers are just putting on a show, take it seriously and you lose."

Zhang Wei simply smiled. How many times have I crossed swords with the "Lisa’s Interview" crew? Don’t you have any clue what they’re really like?

"It’s just so frustrating!" Zhao Xiaoxiao, with her hands on her hips and cheeks puffed out, put on an angry face.

Seeing this, Mo Yuzhu mimicked her, also putting on an angry face.

Xia Qianyue, too, pouted, discontented.

Only Jessica shook her head slightly, her reaction subdued, while Zhang Xinwu kept her head down throughout, revealing no thoughts.

Seeing this, Zhang Wei knew he needed to do something, or the girls wouldn’t be happy.

"Watch me!"

He took out his phone and after a quick search on the internet, immediately dialed a number.

"Hello, welcome to "Lisa’s Interview" production team. May I know if you have anything to say to our team?"

"I’m Zhang Wei, I want to be connected to the host!"

"Hello, you said you are... Zhang Wei?!"

The customer service girl on the phone, upon hearing Zhang Wei’s self-identification, was initially unresponsive, but then suddenly startled awake.

"Yes, the Zhang Wei you’re about to discuss now, I want to be connected to the host!"

After Zhang Wei made this request, he simply set the phone down and waited for a reply.

But he was certain they would agree!

"You mean the Zhang Wei who was fired by Jincheng Law Firm?"

"No!"

"Then who are you exactly? Our team is really busy..."

The tone of the customer service girl turned unfriendly upon hearing Zhang Wei’s denial.

"I resigned on my own, so it is I who fired that Fatty Lin, not the other way around!"

Zhang Wei emphasized the point, making clear the order of events.

"Ah, this..." The customer service girl, upon hearing this, suddenly lost her composure.

Could it truly be Zhang Wei, the one bold enough to call Lin Xiangtian Fatty Lin?

"Lawyer Zhang, please hold on. I’ll go and ask the director for instruction!"

The customer service girl was clearly taken aback by the realization that it was indeed Zhang Wei on the line and put the phone on hold.

Zhang Wei didn’t mind, setting his phone aside and looking at Zhao Xiaoxiao and the others.

"Hey hey hey, why are you calling them up?"

"I have a purpose!"

"Purpose? Are you seeking revenge or something?"

"No, I have another matter to deal with!"

Zhang Wei said, picking up the phone, as it seemed the other side had found someone in charge.

"This is Lawyer Zhang, right? I’m in charge of the program. Although we at "Lisa’s Interview" are currently broadcasting live, if it’s Lawyer Zhang speaking, we can arrange for you to be connected to the live broadcast."

"That would be best!"

"Okay, please hold on for a moment, we will arrange it right away."

The call once again lapsed into a waiting silence.

Meanwhile.

At the live show.

"I admit that I have been too lenient in disciplining my son, but I had my compelling reasons. My wife was such a gentle and kind person, yet she fell seriously ill. Not long after my son was born, she passed away, so I..."

Mr. Momoji spoke of his late wife with profound grief.

"Mr. Momoji, I understand your pain. When I was very young, my father passed away, and it felt as if the sky had collapsed on me."

Wang Lisha also showed a sorrowful expression, and her eyes began to redden.

But just at that moment, a staff member suddenly rushed into the live broadcast and whispered a few words into Wang Lisha’s ear.

"Really?"

"Yes!"

"This..."

Wang Lisha stopped crying; the sadness on her face vanished instantly, and her eyes moved as if pondering something.

"Let him switch over!"

In the end, she nodded, and the staff member immediately left to carry out the instruction.

"Mr. Momoji, I’m sorry, but excuse me for interrupting!"

On the stage, Wang Lisha promptly interrupted Mr. Momoji’s "painful recollections."

"Host, what..."

Mr. Momoji was also frustrated. Weren’t we agreed that I was here to play the mourner? What’s going on, why aren’t you crying anymore? Wasn’t it all for nothing that I dropped so much eye medicine?

"Ladies and gentlemen, our show’s team just received an important phone call, and you will never guess who it’s from!"

"Who is it?" Even Mr. Momoji became curious.

"Let me tell you, the caller is none other than Zhang Wei!"

As soon as these words were spoken, the live chat exploded.

"Damn!"

"Wow, seriously!"

"Here comes the man himself!"

Ignoring the frenzy in the live chat, Wang Lisha on-site was already getting ready, and Mr. Momoji was trying to compose himself.

Then, an offstage staff member gave Wang Lisha a hand signal.

"Now, let’s get Lawyer Zhang on the line directly!"

Accompanying Wang Lisha’s announcement, dial tones echoed in the studio.

"Hello, Wang Lisha!"

This was Zhang Wei’s voice, clear and resonant within the broadcast room.

"Hello, Lawyer Zhang," Wang Lisha calmly sat and maintained a smile toward the camera.

"Speaking of which, I have been spiritually in touch with ’Lisa’s Talk’ for quite a while!" Zhang Wei’s opening remarks were filled with sentiments, "However, this is my first time calling the show myself. I must say, Host Wang, you have easily accomplished something even your predecessor Cheng Lisha couldn’t!"

Hearing Zhang Wei mention "Cheng Lisha," Wang Lisha’s complexion stiffened slightly.

"Sister Cheng, she..."

"The woman is already dead, there’s no need to bring her up again."

Zhang Wei on the other end interrupted and laughed, "By the way, host, tell Mr. Momoji sitting across from you to stop capitalizing on his late wife as well!"

Wang Lisha’s face showed a trace of embarrassment since there was no need to pass the message – Mr. Momoji could hear Zhang Wei’s words.

Mr. Momoji’s complexion turned sour. Who the hell are you cursing? What’s wrong with mourning my wife for a moment?

"Lawyer Zhang, you didn’t call just to reminisce with us about my predecessor, did you?"

"Of course not, but let me clarify something first, okay? Cheng Lisha’s death had nothing to do with me, that was all on her," said Zhang Wei. After a brief silence, he continued, "Mr. Momoji, you can hear me, right?"

"I can hear you!" Mr. Momoji responded directly.

"Oh, good. In that case, I would like to invite Mr. Momoji to attend tomorrow’s court session. What do you say?"

"What, you want me to attend tomorrow’s court session!" Mr. Momoji was stunned upon hearing Zhang Wei’s request.

He glanced at the younger Momoji beside him, but unfortunately, besides some surprise, the latter showed no other reaction.

Mr. Momoji admitted he had been foolish. Why bother checking on his son, when the boy was nothing but an empty sack?

What he should have checked was...

"Host, look at this..."

"Lawyer Zhang has invited you to attend the trial. There must be his reasons. Let’s hear what he has to say,"

Wang Lisha once again steered the conversation back to Zhang Wei.

"The host is right, I do have a purpose,"

Zhang Wei paused for a moment, then asked in response, "Mr. Momoji, although you, along with your son, have admitted your mistakes in front of several media outlets, not once have you, not once directly apologized to the victim’s family. Is that the case?"

"This..."

Mr. Momoji really wanted to say, wasn’t lowering his voice in front of the media enough, but he hadn’t apologized to Zhang Xinwu, and that was a fact.

After all, what was his status? It was not right for someone like him to humble himself before ordinary citizens.

"Since your son has injured someone, as his father, you have not set a good example. Moreover, as a diplomat from the Ancient Elephant Country, you also represent your country’s image. Does Mr. Momoji believe that we citizens of Dragon Country are inferior, and as a diplomat from the Ancient Elephant Country, your status is superior, so there is no need to apologize to ordinary citizens?"

"This..."

"Therefore, I hope to see Mr. Momoji personally attend the court session tomorrow."

"But I have some matters to attend to tomorrow, and with regards to time..."

"Oh, please be assured on that point. I have looked at your schedule. You do not have any appointments tomorrow afternoon during the trial. Your schedule includes meeting with business representatives from your country at the International Hotel in the morning, having lunch with an ambassador from another country, and then your day is open."

"This..."

Mr. Momoji inwardly cursed, how did you even get access to my schedule?

Indeed, Zhang Wei had seen it, precisely during that visit to Mr. Momoji.

It was Mr. Momoji’s fault for writing his schedule on the calendar where I could note it down.

"Mr. Momoji, I look forward to seeing you there tomorrow, let us also see the spirit of the Ancient Elephant Country!"

With that, Zhang Wei did not give Mr. Momoji or Wang Lisha a chance to react; he hung up the phone directly.

Now, Wang Lisha and Mr. Momoji could only look at each other in perplexity on the live show.

On the other side,

After hanging up the call, Zhang Wei looked towards Zhao Xiaoxiao and the others.

"Alright, everyone can go back to rest. Tomorrow is another tough battle!"

Saying this, Zhang Wei waved his hand, signaling the dissolution of the strategy meeting.

Naturally, no one objected. It was getting late, and with tasks awaiting them tomorrow, they indeed needed rest.

Everyone dispersed and went their separate ways home.

In the evening,

On Sifang Gate Street, Zhang Wei stood alone at one side of the crossroads, carefully observing the ground.

"What a pity, the case isn’t being investigated further, field agents have left, and this place hasn’t been preserved well!"

Zhang Wei stood at the spot where Lu Ma was hit, looking around with a solemn expression on his face.

"Zhang Wei..."

It was at this moment that a voice called out from behind him.

"Sister Xiao Wu, why aren’t you asleep?"

"I’m scared, and worried, so I can’t sleep."

Seeing the haggard-looking Zhang Xinwu in front of him, Zhang Wei felt sympathy.

His closest and dearest person was still in a coma. It was no surprise that Zhang Xinwu couldn’t sleep.

Zhang Wei wanted to offer some words of comfort, but Zhang Xinwu was bolder, hugging Zhang Wei from the front.

"Sister Xiao Wu, you..."

"Zhang Wei, thank you for helping me."

Zhang Wei could feel the touch on his back, and he couldn’t help but be struck by its elasticity.

"Zhang Wei, I’m having trouble sleeping. Could I possibly..."

Zhang Xinwu seemed to muster a great deal of courage, "Could I ask you to stay with me a bit longer!"

"Sister Xiao Wu, I’m naturally always here with you, you..."

"No, what I want is like you and Little Sister Xiao Xia. Actually, I’ve always had feelings for you, Zhang Wei. I know I’m being a bit excessive, but I hope you can stay with me a bit more today. I’m really scared, and I’m worried we might lose..."

"Sister Xiao Wu, I understand."

Zhang Wei seemed to understand what Zhang Xinwu was asking for, feeling slightly helpless, but still nodded his head.

I definitely have to help with this!