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Chapter 1275 Even if the sky falls (Second update, please subscribe)

“…that is, the number of transistors that can be accommodated on an integrated circuit will double every 18 months, and performance will also double.”

When Song Yaozu, a lawyer, saw the news in the newspaper, he just muttered:
"Integrated circuit? What is this?"

Then he put the newspaper on the passenger seat. On the front page of the newspaper, there was a string of bold words: "Your Excellency has proposed the law of integrated circuit manufacturing process."

The content of the news is about King's Laboratory's successful development of the world's first projection lithography machine.

For ordinary people, they don’t realize the value behind this news at all. In fact, even in the next few years, when chips go from being an unattainable luxury item to becoming part of ordinary people’s homes, and from personal computers to game consoles, entering people’s lives, not many people realize the significance of chips.

But the door of the times opened without any warning.

It just happened unconsciously.

For ordinary people, when they are at the beginning of a new era, they just live the same unchanged life as always.

Like Song Yaozu, his eyes were cast towards the local court across the street, a solemn and even somewhat dull building. It was a three-story building built during the founding period of Chang'an. They used steel, concrete and stone to build it in a neoclassical style, but lacked decoration.

There are many such buildings in Chang'an. In fact, to a certain extent, Chang'an was designed by German architects to be the "Germania" of Southeast Asia. If Li Yian had not incorporated some modern architectural styles, this place would simply be the Nanyang version of "Germania".

After finishing the coffee in the paper cup, Song Yaozu took another look at the court building and said:

"Well, today is the day!"

He took a deep breath and walked out of the car. As soon as he reached the steps in front of the local court, he was surrounded by a group of reporters.

"Lawyer Song, are you optimistic about the outcome of this case?"

Song Yaozu said to the reporters:

"I believe justice lies in the hearts of the people!"

Just then, someone shouted from the other side:
"Prosecutor Li is here!"

Sure enough, a large group of people, including several prosecutors headed by Li Miao and their assistants, came over.

This much-anticipated trial has finally begun after three months of preparation!

A large group of reporters arrived in the courtroom early on. If cameramen were not prohibited from entering, it is estimated that some TV stations would even broadcast the trial live.

In addition to reporters, there are also some ordinary people who came here to express their support for Zhang Mingguo.

Defense lawyer Song Yaozu sat there looking through documents, while Zhang Mingguo, wearing a neat suit, sat next to him, looking extremely calm.

Song Yaozu sighed in his heart, this guy is really open-minded, he is about to be executed by guillotine, does he know that?
This is just an assumption. There are three types of death penalty in Southeast Asia: guillotine, shooting and hanging. However, ordinary criminals are all hanged. As for the guillotine, it is a special benefit for some people.

On the prosecution side, in addition to Li Miao, there were three assistant prosecutors carrying countless documents, and it was a grand scene.

Zhang Mingguo’s only defense lawyer is Song Yaozu.

You can tell what bullying is at a glance!
The jury came in. There were twelve people, both men and women, including Europeans, Chinese, and even Japanese. These jurors were selected from 60 candidates.

In the past few days, both the prosecution and the defense have done a lot of work in selecting jurors. In terms of personnel selection, four are of European descent - this was a deliberate choice by the prosecution, because Europeans have no direct feelings towards traitors. Among the six jurors selected by the prosecution, there are only two Chinese.

Of course, this result was also approved by Song Yaozu. After all, according to the requirements, the prosecution and the defense each selected six jurors, and they must be approved by the other party. Among the twelve jurors, the only Japanese was chosen by Song Yaozu. No need to ask, you know why she was chosen, just to take advantage of her guilt.

In itself, selecting jurors is the most important part of the trial. They argued for almost a month before selecting twelve people.

Soon, Judge Charles entered the courtroom and everyone stood up.

There were many European judges in the Nanyang courts, including both British and German judges. After all, there were not enough judges in the early days of Nanyang. And this British judge was, to a certain extent, the result of the court's deliberate selection - to show fairness and justice, without being influenced by personal likes and dislikes.

The trial began soon. Since the defendant Zhang Mingguo had already admitted to the crime of murder, it was well known that the focus of the trial was on how to convince the jury.

"Zhang Mingguo, I want to know why you are called this name."

"I was born in 1934, when Japan had already occupied the three northeastern provinces..."

Before he could finish, Li Miao frowned and objected:

"In court, this question has nothing to do with the case itself!"

Charles looked at Song Yaozu.
"In court, there is a direct connection between them. It is related to my client. Why would they kill the traitor Chang Qide!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Li Miao spoke out in objection.

"Objection, in court, the identity of the deceased is Lin Changde! At the same time, he has never betrayed Nanyang!"

"An ID card cannot change the ironclad facts! Whether it's Lin Changde or Chang Qide, his hands are stained with the blood of too many people!"

Facing the prosecutor's objection, Song Yaozu argued loudly:

"In court, the deceased's past identity is related to why my client killed him! I remind Prosecutor Li that any murder has a cause. If the cause of murder is ruled out, then how can the trial proceed!"

Charles banged the gavel and said, "The prosecution's objection is invalid! The defense continues to ask questions."

"Please continue answering my previous question."

So Zhang Mingguo continued to answer.

"…So, my father hopes that I will remember the hatred between our country and my family."

"What is your father's identity?"

"Before July 7, he was just a bank clerk. After the Battle of Shanghai broke out, he took the initiative to join the intelligence agency and provided cover for the intelligence agency's operations in the concession..."

With Zhang Mingguo's answers, the cause and effect of the case finally became clear. When he mentioned the murder of his parents and sister, several jurors even shed tears.

"In court, I request to call the defense witness Zhou Zhimin!"

Song Yaozu said loudly.

"Objection, there is no evidence to show that Zhou Zhimin has a direct connection with the defendant."

"It was stated in court that Zhou Zhimin was a member of the intelligence agency. He had no direct contact with the defendant, but he had direct contact with the defendant's parents."

Soon, Zhou Zhimin, the owner of Fumanlou, appeared in court. After he revealed his identity that he had hidden for many years and the missions he had performed, applause even broke out in the court. After all, this was a living hero of the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression.

"So, you and Mr. Zhang Huairen have not had direct contact."

"No, I haven't seen him."

"Then how do you know about him?"

"We will remember every comrade who sacrificed."

"So, do you know Lin Changde, also known as Chang Qide?"

"Of course, he ranks in the top 20 on the list of the anti-traitor team."

"So, if, I mean if, one day, he appears in your restaurant and you kill him, what will you do?"

Facing Song Yaozu's question, Zhou Zhimin said without any hesitation:
"I will kill him! To avenge my fallen comrades!"

"Even if it means violating the law and paying with one's life!"

"Yes!"

"Okay, I have finished asking questions."

Song Yaozu didn't even ask "why", but in fact, everyone knew why.

Maybe this is Nanyang, but the crimes of the past will always find a way back and will not end simply by changing the place or the name.

In fact, everyone knew that Song Yaozu's only task was to convince the jurors, to convince them, to make them understand and understand Zhang Mingguo's behavior.

In the following days, the prosecution and the defense engaged in a fierce debate, and summoning witnesses became no longer important!
The case itself is based on solid evidence and there is no dispute. The only dispute is the reason for the murder.

The focus of both the prosecution and the defense is on the jury - one side tries to convince the jury that the law is the law and should not be ignored for certain reasons, while the other side tells them that the law is nothing more than human feelings.

"If... this is a crime of passion, and the defendant lost control of his behavior after witnessing the murderer of his family, we can certainly understand the impulsive behavior caused by mental trauma, but from the defendant's confession, we can see how he carefully planned this murder. No matter what the reason is, it cannot change this fact!"

Then Li Miao reminded all the jurors:
“Dear jurors, I need to remind you that the law is the law because it protects each and every one of us. No matter who they are, they are equal before the law and they deserve the protection of the law.

Private execution is never justice! This behavior is just trampling on the law! Today, the legal dignity of Nanyang is not written in books, but in your hands, respected jurors, your decision is not only related to the future of one person, but whether our laws can protect hundreds of millions of citizens!
Well, I believe you will make a fair judgment!"

Li Miao's closing oath made the jurors fall into deep thought. Song Yaozu had been prepared for such an outcome. After Li Miao finished speaking, he walked in front of the jury and said:
"Prosecutor Li's closing speech was brilliant. Indeed, the dignity of the law needs to be upheld, but what is the purpose of making laws? It is to protect, to protect hundreds of millions of citizens. It is also... for justice!"

As he spoke, Song Yaozu pointed to the beam above the judge's back and said:
"Look, it's written there - practice justice, even if the sky falls! Justice! This is the basis of making laws!

Justice, what is justice?

I think everyone has their own answer. Indeed, my client violated the law and killed someone, but we must be clear about why he killed people!
Is it for personal venting? Is it for psychological stimulation? Is it for grabbing wealth?

Do not!
He's for justice!"

Then, Song Yaozu held the wooden partition in front of the jury seats and glanced at them. After a moment, he continued:
“Dear jurors, Nanyang is a new country. We came here from Tangshan, Europe, Japan, and South Korea in pursuit of a better life. A better life is not just about three meals a day, cars and houses, but also about fairness and justice!
Nanyang is different from any other place because...here, justice is always done, but sometimes, the way it is done is different! "

His voice became a little low, he turned to look at Zhang Mingguo and said:

"My client has committed a crime, but... justice is justice after all! Well, respected jurors, thank you for taking the time to attend the trial. Now, his fate is in your hands.

Practice justice, even if the sky falls! This is the foundation of our law-making!"

After making the closing oath, Song Yaozu walked back to his seat. He glanced at Li Miao, who was just sitting there quietly. Both parties knew that what happened next would be decided by the jury!
(End of this chapter)