I can see the commodity price curve

When Wang Youde's lawyer heard this, his face changed slightly, but he still pretended to be calm and refuted: "Lawyer Zhao, this is just unfounded speculation.

The so-called evidence needs to be produced to prove its authenticity. You cannot convict my client based on your empty words alone."

Zhao Ming sneered, took out a stack of documents from his briefcase and handed them to the judge:

“Your Honor, these are the minutes of the internal meeting of the chemical plant that we obtained from the police.

It repeatedly mentioned Wang Youde's demand to reduce sewage treatment costs and his implicit instructions on illegal sewage discharge.

Also, this is the testimony of the villager who used to work as a temporary worker in the chemical factory.

He personally heard Wang Youde discussing the matter with his supervisor, which is sufficient to prove that Wang Youde knew about the sewage discharge and condoned it.”

The judge took the document, flipped through it carefully, and his brows furrowed further and further.

Wang Youde's family members saw this and there was a flash of panic in their eyes. His lawyer also had sweat on his forehead, but he still said stubbornly:
"Even if the evidence is true, it does not mean that Mr. Wang Youde directly instructed his employees to discharge pollutants in violation of regulations. Perhaps his employees misinterpreted his meaning."

Zhang Yue stood up at this time and looked directly at Wang Youde's family: "Everyone, I know that Wang Youde has been operating in this local area for many years and has complicated relationships.

But do you think you can escape legal sanctions with these and sophistry?
Let me tell you, it’s impossible!

Your chemical plant's illegal discharge of pollutants has put the villagers' lives in trouble and caused them huge economic losses.

If you don’t give me an explanation today, I will never be done with you.”

Wang Youde's family felt a little guilty after hearing what Zhang Yue said, but they still stiffened their necks and said, "Don't slander me here.

We were just running a normal business, and we didn’t know that people below us would do such a thing.”

Zhan Rongrong was so angry that her face turned red. She stood up and said loudly: "Running a business normally?
Your chemical plant has been discharging pollutants illegally for a long time. Is this normal operation?

Don't think you can do whatever you want just because you are rich and powerful. Everyone is equal before the law. You must pay the price for what you have done today!"

The judge banged the gavel and signaled everyone to be quiet: "Everyone, please remain calm.

Based on the evidence currently provided, the fact that the chemical plant discharged pollutants in violation of regulations can be basically confirmed.

However, further investigation and verification is needed to determine whether Wang Youde directly gave the order.

However, the villagers’ claims are reasonable and legal, and the chemical plant must take them seriously.”

Wang Youde’s lawyer saw that the situation was unfavorable and said quickly: “Your Honor, we are willing to bear certain compensation responsibilities.

But the amount proposed by the villagers is too high and we hope to renegotiate.”

Zhao Ming did not give in: "Renegotiation is possible, but it must be based on reasonable loss calculation.

We have provided a detailed list of claims, each with clear justification.

If you still unreasonably lower the amount of compensation, we will have no choice but to insist on legal proceedings.”

The mediation reached a deadlock, with both sides sticking to their own opinions and refusing to give in.

Just then, Li Feng hurried into the mediation room and whispered a few words into the judge's ear.

After listening to this, the judge nodded and said to everyone: "The police have just obtained some new evidence, which further confirms Wang Youde's responsibility in the illegal discharge of pollutants by the chemical plant.

Based on the current situation, I suggest that both parties seek peace and reach a compensation agreement as soon as possible to avoid unnecessary legal disputes. "

After hearing this, Wang Youde's family and his lawyer's faces turned very ugly.

Wang Youde's family members knew very well that if they continued to resist, they would not only face huge compensation, but might also suffer more severe criminal penalties.

They gritted their teeth and winked at the lawyer.

The lawyer understood, stood up and said, “Your Honor, we are willing to negotiate the amount of compensation with the villagers within a reasonable range.

But I hope the villagers can also make certain concessions.”

Zhao Ming glanced at Zhang Yue, and Zhang Yue nodded slightly.

Zhao Ming then said: "We can consider your opinions appropriately, but the premise is that the amount of compensation must be able to make up for the actual losses of the villagers.

Moreover, the compensation must be paid as soon as possible without any delay.”

After fierce bargaining, the two sides finally reached a preliminary compensation agreement.

The chemical plant agreed to compensate the villagers for direct and indirect economic losses caused by the acid mist leakage totaling 5 million yuan, and to pay the full amount within one month.

At the same time, Wang Youde’s family also expressed that they would actively cooperate with the police’s follow-up investigation.

After leaving the mediation room, the villagers cheered when they learned that a compensation agreement had been reached.

A villager excitedly shook Zhang Yue's hand, his eyes full of gratitude: "Boss Zhang, thanks to your and everyone's efforts, we can get justice.

This compensation is very important to us. It will provide us with schooling for our children and medical care for our elderly.”

Zhang Yue smiled and patted the villagers on the shoulders: "This is the result of everyone's joint efforts and a reflection of legal justice.

Our lives will definitely get better and better in the future.”

Zhan Susu and Zhan Rongrong also had big smiles on their faces. Zhan Rongrong said mischievously, "Brother-in-law, you have become a hero of the village this time!"

Zhang Yue shook his head and said, "I'm not a hero at all. I just did what I was supposed to do.

But this incident also sounded a wake-up call for us. If we encounter similar illegal discharge of pollutants by chemical plants in the future, we must stop it in time and never let such tragedies happen again.”

Everyone nodded in agreement.

But Zhan Rongrong's originally joyful expression was suddenly replaced by worry.

She walked quickly to Zhang Yue's side, frowned and said, "Brother-in-law, now the compensation has been settled, but what about our polluted water source?
I have always wanted to engage in aquaculture. If the water source is not restored, this idea will be ruined. I don’t want to give up just like that!”

Zhang Yue stopped and nodded solemnly: "This is indeed a big problem.

But don't worry, I will immediately contact professional organizations and organize a special technical team to treat the water source properly."

Zhang Yue quickly started to act.

By inquiring and contacting various parties, a team of experienced technical personnel was formed in an instant.

Three days later, a heavy truck drove to the gate of Zhan Rongrong's fish farm.

The door of the heavy truck compartment slowly opened, and a group of technicians in professional work clothes and carrying testing equipment came out one after another.

The leader was a middle-aged man wearing a white helmet. He walked quickly to Zhang Yue and stretched out his hand to him:

"Mr. Zhang, my name is Chen Ming, and I am the person in charge of this governance team."

Zhang Yue held Chen Ming's hand tightly, his eyes full of smiles: "Professor Chen, I'll leave it to your team.

This water source is very important to us and must be managed well.”

Chen Ming nodded slightly: "Don't worry, Mr. Zhang, we will go to the water source for an on-site inspection first to understand the specific situation of the pollution, and then formulate a detailed treatment plan."

The group walked towards the polluted water source. Along the way, Zhan Rongrong was full of worry and kept asking Chen Ming:
"Can this water source really be cured? I wonder how long it will take?"

Chen Ming smiled and said, "We can't rush this. Once we have tested the specific situation, we will have a better idea.

But please rest assured, technology is so advanced now, as long as the method is correct, there is great hope for complete recovery."

However, when they arrived at the water source, the scene before them made everyone gasp.

The originally clear river water has now become turbid, emitting a pungent smell, and a layer of colorful oil is floating on the surface of the river.

The technicians who came with them quickly took action. Some collected water samples, some tested the soil, and some operated drones to conduct a comprehensive survey of the surrounding environment. Chen Ming squatted by the river, dipped his fingers lightly in the river water, put them to the tip of his nose and sniffed, frowning even more tightly.

He stood up and said to Zhang Yue and Zhan Rongrong, “The situation is more serious than we expected.

According to preliminary tests, the heavy metal content in the river water is seriously exceeded and there are also many organic pollutants.

And the pollution is so widespread that it has already affected the surrounding groundwater.”

When Zhan Rongrong heard this, she immediately became anxious: "What should I do? If I can't manage it well, my fishery will be finished."

Zhang Yue patted Zhan Rongrong on the shoulder and encouraged her, "Don't worry, Professor Chen will definitely have a solution.

We have to trust the professionals.”

Chen Ming pondered for a moment and said, “At present, the governance plan needs to be implemented in several stages.

The first stage is to control the pollution source, which requires completely cutting off the sewage pipes of the chemical plant to prevent the pollution from spreading further.

The second stage is physical treatment, which involves removing suspended matter and some pollutants in the water by building sedimentation tanks, filtration devices, etc.

The third stage is chemical treatment, adding specific agents to neutralize heavy metal ions and decompose organic pollutants.

Finally, ecological restoration is needed, and some microorganisms and plants that can purify water are introduced to restore the water's self-purification capacity."

Zhang Yue listened carefully and nodded from time to time: "You are right, let's follow this plan.

Don't worry about the funds, I will do my best to protect it.

I will also coordinate the deployment of personnel and materials, and will fully cooperate with your work."

With Zhang Yue's support, governance work was carried out quickly.

The first phase of work to cut off the pollution source went relatively smoothly. With the assistance of the police, the sewage pipes of the chemical plant were completely blocked.

However, when it came to the second stage of physical processing, difficulties arose.

Due to the complex terrain of the water source, the site selection for the construction of sedimentation tanks and filtration devices is difficult.

Local villagers expressed doubts about the construction, worrying that the construction process would affect their lives.

For a time, the progress of the project came to a standstill.

Chen Ming immediately went to Zhang Yue to explain the situation.

After learning about it, Zhang Yue rushed to the scene and saw the villagers gathered outside the construction area, whispering to each other with dissatisfaction on their faces.

He took a deep breath, straightened his clothes, strode to the villagers, and put on a kind smile on his face: "Fellow villagers, I know that everyone has concerns in their hearts.

So, I'll apologize to everyone first."

As he spoke, he bowed slightly to the villagers.

When the villagers saw this, the noisy voices gradually died down.

A villager said: "Boss Zhang, it's not that we don't cooperate.

The construction is really too noisy and it takes up our land, which seriously affects our lives.”

Zhang Yue nodded quickly and said sincerely: "Fellow villagers, I completely understand your feelings.

But this time the water pollution is very serious. If it is not treated quickly, our drinking water and farming will be affected in the future.

This water management is not only for Zhan Rongrong's fishery, but also for the future of our entire village."

At this time, an elderly villager stood up and frowned, saying, "Boss Zhang, that's what I said.

But who will be held responsible if something goes wrong during the construction?"

Zhang Yue immediately patted his chest and said firmly: "I, Zhang Yue, will take responsibility!

If any losses are caused to anyone during the construction process, I will pay double compensation.

Don't worry, the construction team I hired is professional, and they will take various measures to reduce the impact on everyone.

You can see this is the construction plan, which details the specific construction process and the protection of the surrounding environment. "

As he spoke, he took out a stack of construction plans from his bag and distributed them to the villagers:

"If you don't understand anything, feel free to ask me."

The villagers took the plan and looked through it.

Zhang Yue also struck while the iron was hot and said: "Everyone, once the water source is managed, the environment of our village will definitely become better.

Maybe we can develop tourism in the future, and everyone’s life will become better and better.

So please trust me once again, I will never let you down."

The villagers looked at each other, and their eyes gradually relaxed.

The villager just now said: "In this case, since you care so much about us, we will trust you this time.

But you have to keep your word, there must be no problems with the construction, otherwise don’t blame us for turning our backs on you.”

Zhang Yue nodded quickly: "Of course, of course, folks, don't worry!"

The villagers then dispersed.

Zhang Yue began to coordinate the site selection issue again. Thanks to his efforts, the construction of sedimentation tanks and filtration devices was carried out in full swing.

After a period of hard work, the physical treatment stage was successfully completed, and suspended matter and some pollutants in the river water were effectively removed.

However, when entering the chemical treatment stage, new situations arise.

After technicians added chemicals according to the established plan, the concentrations of heavy metal ions and organic pollutants in the river water decreased.

But some unexpected chemical reactions occurred, causing the pH balance of the river water to become unbalanced.

Even some new sediment was produced, making the river water look more turbid.

Chen Ming was extremely anxious and immediately called a meeting of team members to discuss the issue.

The atmosphere in the conference room was so depressing that it made people feel breathless.

Chen Ming frowned, folded his hands in front of his chest, and paced back and forth in the conference room:
"What on earth is going on? We are clearly following standard procedures, how could this happen?"

The team members all frowned and expressed their opinions one after another.

Some people think that there is a problem with the ratio of the chemicals, while others say that the special geological conditions of the water source affect the reaction effect.

Everyone held their own opinion and the argument continued.

After Zhang Yue learned the news, he rushed to the meeting room again.

He looked at the people with sad faces and encouraged them, "Don't worry, let's find a solution together.

I believe that as long as we work together, we can solve this problem.”

Chen Ming nodded: "Boss Zhang is right, so starting from tomorrow, everyone will act separately and investigate various possible causes one by one.

In particular, water samples should be recollected for more detailed testing and analysis. ” (End of this chapter)