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Chapter 325 Aggressive! Testing the Bottom Line! [Seeking Monthly Tickets!]

This ultimately led to the current situation.
Everyone frowned, instinctively sensing that something was amiss.

Whispers began to circulate among the members of the hearing panel.

"Does this feel like they're shirking responsibility? Are they trying to find someone to take the blame?"

"It's a bit like I just don't believe the mining company really has no responsibility at all. After all, I don't believe a small project manager could control the attitude of the police and the court. Zhu Haoyi must have been involved!"

"That's right. If that project manager really had that ability, what's two million in debt? How could he possibly embezzle Zhang Shan's money?!"

"But I think it's not unreasonable. After all, people can do anything when they're driven to the brink, especially since Zhang Shan is disabled. It's hard not to arouse greed and malice in others when a large amount of money is in the hands of a disabled person."

"Let's see what the judge decides."

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The people in the audience frowned, but no one dared to speak loudly or disrupt the courtroom order.

Judge Liu frowned, pondered for a moment, and then spoke:

"Defendant, do you have any supporting evidence?"

Li Yang immediately nodded, "Yes."

After he finished speaking, he handed over a photograph and some documents.

The photo is simple; it shows the location where a woman's body was dumped.

"This is Zhang Shan's wife. She didn't donate the money and flee; instead, the project manager silenced her and framed her," Li Yang explained.

Judge Liu and Zhao Yi, among others, frowned and observed carefully.

In addition, there are some statements made by the project manager himself, and even evidence of the other party's embezzlement.

It's so good that you can't find a single flaw!

But it is also too suspicious, since this evidence also erases the responsibility of Zhu Haoyi and Li Yang.

"Plaintiff, do you have anything to say regarding the aforementioned arguments of the opposing side?"

Judge Liu turned to look at Xu Liang.

Judges need to remain impartial. If there are problems with the evidence, they can raise questions. But if the evidence is still valid, it is definitely not good to ask questions based on mere subjective speculation!
Only the opposing counsel is authorized to take such actions!

Especially Xu Liang.

The other party is very intelligent, no less so than a criminal police officer. If the other party feels there is a problem, then you might as well listen to what he has to say.

just
"Your Honor, we have nothing to say." Xu Liang smiled faintly as he stood up and spoke gently.

The moment these words were spoken, everyone present was stunned.

No...nothing to say?
Does that mean the defendant is right?

Could it be that the project manager isn't taking the blame, but rather that he was indeed responsible for the case?

Everyone was stunned, and subconsciously realized that something was wrong.

The shadow of the charming tree and Xu Liang's achievements have long been etched in everyone's minds, leaving no room for rebuttal.

After all, they all felt there was something wrong, so why couldn't Xu Liang see it?
Unless there's no problem?
"Plaintiff, do you wish to present your arguments?" Judge Liu frowned and asked again tactfully.

"We will not engage in debate."

Xu Liang shook his head.

Now it's not just the auditorium and the judge's bench.

Even Zhu Haoyi and Li Yang were stunned.

The two subconsciously exchanged a glance, both seeing deep confusion in each other's eyes.

Before the trial, they had anticipated that Xu Liang would be furious and berate them after hearing that they had found a scapegoat, and that they would find themselves in a very difficult situation.

I never expected the other person to agree with me!
Was Xu Liang bribed by him? Is that why he kept pushing himself toward his goal?

How could that be? Zhu Haoyi hates him so much he wants to devour his flesh and blood, how could he possibly be bought off!?
"We agree with the arguments presented by the defendant's lawyer!"

Xu Liang spoke again, leaving everyone even more confused.

But his next sentence brought everyone back to their senses, as he spoke again:

"So!"

"Should we discuss compensation next?"

Compensation
Yes, this case is not simply a matter of criminal liability.

Ordinary criminal liability, even if it involves compensation, is for the act of murder.

But this matter
"Your Honor, according to our information, Rundong Knitting Factory has been forcibly demolished by that so-called project manager."

"Dozens of employees from the weaving factory were left homeless and living in poverty."

"Zhengyang Mining Company has clearly infringed upon the private property of Rundong Weaving Factory! They must pay compensation!"

Xu Liang spoke up, revealing something that everyone already knew.

This case involves criminal, civil, and administrative elements. Now that the administrative element has been removed, only the first two remain.

It could be a criminal offense. If it is indeed determined that the project manager was responsible, then the case needs to be reopened as a case against the project manager.

That's how it is now.
A civil case!?
Judge Liu's eyes twitched; he felt that this world was too unpredictable.

One second he was worried about what shocking things Xu Liang might say, but the next second the case seemed to have become a civil compensation case.
If he hadn't been able to sense Zhu Haoyi's emotions, he would have genuinely suspected that the two had colluded!

Xu Liang was too lazy to explain and said bluntly:
"We demand that Zhengyang Mining Company provide a minimum of 1.3 million yuan in cash to each of the victims at Rundong Weaving Factory!"

"At the same time, we will provide a minimum of three million yuan in compensation to the original shareholders of the weaving factory, such as our representative Liu Jinshui!"

"This includes lost wages, equipment damage costs, land grabbing, repair costs, and nutritional expenses."

As he spoke, Xu Liang paused, then uttered the last word.

"And compensation for emotional distress!" The words fell instantly.

Everyone present instinctively widened their eyes and looked at Xu Liang in disbelief.

Good heavens, this is outrageous!

It's understandable that Liu Jinshui wants this money, since he has a share in the factory, and it's reasonable for him to ask for money after the forced demolition.

But how come those employees still need 1.3 million?!
Besides, you need to have a basis for asking for money!

At the very least, it should be stated which laws Zhu Haoyi has clearly violated, then the laws should be cited, and compensation should be sought based on the amount stipulated in the laws.

But how can they just casually mention millions?!

"Your Honor, we disagree with the plaintiff's proposed compensation agreement!!!"

Li Yang and Zhu Haoyi were immediately enraged and quickly spoke up:

"This is blatant extortion!!!"

Yes, they were prepared to bleed a huge sum of money.

But you can't bleed like this!!!
Thirty people, one million each, at most forty million, and the weaving factory may even have fewer than thirty employees. It's purely Xu Liang and the media exaggerating.

The compensation might be around 20 to 30 million.

But this is twenty or thirty million in cash!
A company with a market value of 100 million can immediately declare bankruptcy if 20 to 30 million in cash is withdrawn from it!

Mining companies are indeed wealthy and have large cash reserves, but they can't withstand such demands. In fact, Zhengyang Mining Company is even considered a reserve fund for Zhu Haoyi and Li Yang.

The two had already planned to transfer the mining company's money overseas through various channels, and then return to China to begin a life of extravagance and debauchery.

So paying out this money is like cutting a piece of flesh from their hearts!
"hehe."

Before the judge could speak, a cold laugh came from the plaintiff's side.

"Your Honor, our stance is very firm."

"If the defendant still needs to discuss the amount of compensation, then we propose that this court hearing be adjourned so that both parties can then meet to discuss the specific amount of compensation!"

Court adjourned!?
Judge Liu felt a little uneasy.

Who knows if the trial will proceed as smoothly as it did after the recess, especially if Xu Liang brings up something else.
It's possible that the case won't be closed for the entire year!

However, compensation cannot be forced.
Judge Liu looked at the plaintiff.

However, Zhu Haoyi and Li Yang, though their faces were extremely grim, showed no intention of adjourning the court.

"The plaintiff argues that the scope of compensation should be limited to a reasonable area."

Li Yang took a deep breath and said in a deep voice.

"The danger caused by the project manager did not affect the weaving factory workers; their homelessness is not the fault of the mining company."

The mining company only demolished the dormitories of the weaving factory.

Theoretically speaking, the dormitories belong to the factory. The fact that the workers have no dormitories and no money, so they end up on the streets, is due to the workers themselves.

From a moral standpoint, they may have to bear some humanitarian compensation.

But 1.3 million?! That's insane!!!
"Your Honor, we request a recess!"

Xu Liang spoke without hesitation.

Zhu Haoyi's face instantly turned ashen, and he gritted his teeth.

Court adjourned?

The court will be adjourned for at least two weeks before resuming proceedings.
Crazy!
He should have met me at the Dongyang vegetable market a month and a half ago. Now that the court is in recess again, and Xu Liang continues to have people watching me, I don't know when I'll be able to get my hands on this technology!
The case drags on for three or four years, or even five or six years. By the time we get the technology, it'll be laughable to find it's already outdated.
"Tsk."

Judge Liu glanced at both sides and sighed.

As things stand, the two sides seem unable to resolve the issue of compensation.

Based on his experience
"pay!"

Suddenly, a voice came from the defendant's side.

Judge Liu froze, then subconsciously turned to look at Zhu Haoyi.

"Your Honor, we accept the compensation agreement proposed by the plaintiff."

Zhu Haoyi took a deep breath, gritted his teeth and swallowed the pain, gritting his teeth as he said:

"We are willing to compensate each employee of Rundong Knitting Factory with 1.3 million yuan for lost wages and other expenses!"

I agreed.
They agreed to all of this?!

Now, not only the reporters in the audience but also the people on the judge's bench were stunned, all staring at Zhu Haoyi in disbelief.

They actually compensated for this?!
"Defendant, have you thought this through? If you agree, you will be subject to legal sanctions for violating the law!" Judge Liu said blankly.

"We confirm!"

“Mining companies will pay the price for mismanagement.”

Zhu Haoyi suppressed his anger and spoke.

"If that's the case, then..."

Judge Liu nodded, about to speak, but then the plaintiff spoke up again.

A voice came from the plaintiff's side.

"Your Honor, we haven't finished speaking!"

Everyone turned to look at Xu Liang, who continued:

"In addition to the aforementioned expenses, you must also compensate Liu Jinshui one million yuan for damages."

"At the same time, considering that losing a hand will affect your life, you should be held responsible and provide cash compensation of no less than 500,000 yuan!"

(End of this chapter)