Who Made Him a Lawyer?

Chapter 447: Chapter 334: There’s a Number One!?

Young Master Sauce No. 2... the biggest business spy in the country.

Wang Yao understood these words, but... why No. 2?

Could there possibly be a Young Master Sauce No. 1?!

The thought clicked in Wang Yao’s mind instantly, and he felt a shiver run across his scalp.

After all, Xu Liang had already said that No. 2 is the biggest espionage threat in the business world, so if there is a No. 1... No. 1 couldn’t possibly be less significant than No. 2!

But if the importance of No. 1 is higher than No. 2, then where might this person be lurking?

Wang Yao didn’t dare think about it. To be honest, he didn’t even dare ask Xu Liang if his thoughts were correct...

There was no way around it.

When it comes to espionage, 90% of the information needs to be kept strictly confidential. If Xu Liang knows but chooses not to tell, it’s fine. But if he knows it’s confidential yet still leaks it... then Wang Yao and Xu Liang would likely both face consequences, at least be charged for rule violations!

This led to...

In the courtroom.

The head of the Criminal Division One of the Supreme Court sat on the bench, wanting to speak but hesitating, looking at the plaintiff’s lawyer, unable to ask a single question for a long time.

Of course, rule violations concern people within the system; the audience at the hearing isn’t bound by so many rules.

"Spy... spy!? Young Master Sauce No. 2? Specializing in stealing core technologies from the commercial sector, rare earth minerals aren’t for profit, it’s about extracting mining techniques!?"

In the hearing gallery.

Someone, upon hearing Xu Liang’s words, became instantly bewildered.

As if a massive bell rang loud beside their ear, their mind went blank, losing all capacity for thought, remaining motionless, mouth hanging open unconsciously.

A spy...

This is no ordinary homicide case!

It’s a completely different weight class from regular criminal cases.

In fact, criminal cases are minor scuffles in comparison to this case!

Everyone’s hearts suddenly trembled, a phenomenon induced by adrenaline, their throats rolled, and their glazed eyes instinctively turned to the defendants.

As they turned.

They saw Zhu Haoyi and Li Yang’s faces turn pale with a hint of green, glaring at Xu Liang with dark eyes.

Seems like... the plaintiff’s claims are almost certainly 99% truthful!

In an instant, the hearing gallery exploded.

"No way it’s really spies!? This case keeps escalating!"

"I thought something was fishy. Zhengyang Mining Company’s appeal preferred losing money to end the case... maybe they never intended to pay, they planned to vanish once the case concluded!"

"Feels like it’s true, look at Zhu Haoyi’s reaction, I definitely don’t believe they have nothing to hide!"

"Damn it, these bastards, they’re truly damned!"

"..."

Rumors flew around.

Zhu Haoyi and Li Yang’s faces grew increasingly grim, their dark eyes staring at Xu Liang, seemingly about to drip water.

Exposed... exposed!

For spies, getting caught in the act and being suspected are virtually the same.

Once suspicion is raised, exposure is only a matter of time!

All their actions can be uncovered with an official inquiry, and a little more digging into their identity can confirm their role as spies!

"Should’ve killed him even at the cost of dying...."

Zhu Haoyi clenched his fists tightly, flesh gouging into palm, fingers drawing blood...

In the courtroom.

"Hoo~"

Wang Yao took a deep breath, suppressing his chaotic thoughts, then turned to Xu Liang, asking solemnly:

"Plaintiff, what you mean is."

"The defendant Zhengyang Mining Company is a spy sent by another country to specifically steal business technologies."

"The reason for the homicide at Run Dong Weaving Plant is because Zhengyang Mining Company wanted to quickly claim the rare earth minerals, using threats, intimidation, and even murder..."

Zhu Haoyi wanted to purchase it but only superficially.

The millions offered for acquisition, Zhang Shan might get the money and sign the contract, but soon after, might suffer an accidental death, losing both life and money.

If not for Xu Liang, Zhu Haoyi would indeed act this way, realizing Xu Liang’s presence made him later claim he wouldn’t breach the contract, blaming Zhang Shan...

"Correct, judge, that is indeed the case."

Xu Liang nodded.

Upon hearing this, Wang Yao felt a headache and a sense of exhaustion.

To be honest, until now, just by looking at the evidence submitted by Xu Liang and the reactions of the defendant Zhu Haoyi, Wang Yao could tell Xu Liang was truthful; there’s a 90% probability it’s factual.

So... this case really is a spy case!

Generally, spy cases are managed by the Criminal Division One, and as its head, the case should be within his purview; it matches his expertise. But the issue is...

He’s never heard of sudden trials for spy cases!

There’s been no information during the evidence submission period, nor any notifications; all the intel was learned within the last ten minutes!

How should this be tried? His mind is still scrambled.

"Do you have substantial evidence?" Wang Yao took a deep breath, asking aloud.

Solid evidence proving espionage...

What was mentioned earlier cannot directly prove a case — strictly speaking, it’s only creating grounds for suspicion, verification requires thorough investigation.

As for substantial evidence...

Just as Wang Yao was nearly convinced none existed...

Xu Liang paused and then said, "Yes."

"Honorable judge, my side possesses detailed records of the other party’s specialized training in the Western Country!"

"Also included are accurate details of every instance of intelligence transmission by the other side, including time, location, and content."

Yes...

There really is evidence!?

Everyone was stunned, and the next second saw Su Yu pull prepared documents from a briefcase, handing them to Xu Liang.

Wang Yao was taken aback, then immediately urged the clerk to get to work.

The clerk quickly reacted and stood up, handing the evidence over to Wang Yao, quickly scanning it with his eyes.

Just as Xu Liang said.

The documents indeed recorded all the intelligence information that Zhu Haoyi, acting as a spy, had transmitted!

Some were trade secrets, while others were major breakthroughs in the commercial field.

There was also information from conversations.

And according to the records, seven years ago, Zhu Haoyi... was ordered to steal rare earth extraction and mining technology, and also investigate the mechanical parameters of rare earth extraction in various locations!!!

Wang Yao’s head was spinning a bit, but he still tried to inquire strongly:

"Plaintiff, where did your side investigate and obtain this evidence?"

The evidence was too detailed, recording every sentence of dialogue between the parties!

How did the opposing party investigate it?

Surely they weren’t just taking notes while the others were exchanging information!

"Honorable Judge, first of all, I can assure you that the source of this evidence is entirely legal and compliant, without any distortion or misinterpretation, and holds great authenticity."

Xu Liang stood up and began with a ’disclaimer.’

Then he suddenly paused, before shifting his tone and continued:

"Secondly, this evidence...."

"Was spoken by another spy!"

An... another spy?

Wang Yao: ?

Members of the audience: ?

With that word uttered, everyone present stared at Xu Liang, stunned, as if time had come to a halt.

The few words seemed to transform into a hammer, fiercely striking their heads, causing their brains to overload, leaving them with no response for a short while.

Another spy?

What does it mean besides Zhu Haoyi and Li Yang, there’s a third operative!?

Once everyone comprehended, they were instantly bewildered.

How many more people haven’t been mentioned!?

Xu Liang ignored the terrified and shocked look from defendant Zhu Haoyi, he looked at Wang Yao, slowly saying:

"Judge, Zhu Haoyi’s code name is Young Master Sauce No. 2."

"With Young Master Sauce No. 2, there naturally would be Young Master Sauce No. 1!"

As for who Young Master Sauce No. 1 is....

Xu Liang paused and just said a name.

"Pang Delong."

"Young Master Sauce No.1 is known as Pang Delong in Eastern Country. He once investigated our identity information in Upper City, and later due to other theft incidents, we became aware of his true identity information."

Young Master Sauce No. 1, Pang Delong....

This name... The entire courtroom suddenly descended into silence.

Some reporters showed confusion and bewilderment, as they didn’t know who Pang Delong was.

Only a few reporters kept recalling, feeling that the name sounded familiar.

Wang Yao felt the same.

As the head of the Supreme Court’s Criminal First Tribunal, he naturally had heard of the name Pang Delong, but...

’Where did I hear it?’

Wang Yao furrowed his brows, falling into deep thought.

After a while, when he unintentionally saw a reporter in a green outfit, Wang Yao was instantly stunned.

Suddenly a person popped into his mind... leaving Wang Yao drenched in sweat, his mind blank, completely dazed.

Pang Delong is Young Master Sauce No. 1?

The person is from the military!!!

And even held a very high rank, had commendable achievements, fairly young, and possibly could advance further in the future!

How could he have the same status as Zhu Haoyi!?

The immense amount of information flooded his limited brain space, leaving Wang Yao dizzy and headache-stricken.

The two judges beside him were the same; although not from the Supreme Court, they knew some basic names.

Of course, what the opposing party said implied something else.

Pang Delong...

Has been caught.

The opposing party is undoubtedly already in the net!

First is this evidence, the handwriting is fresh, most likely written by Pang Delong recently, then handed over to Xu Liang by others.

Why did the opposing party write it? No guessing needed, clearly having undergone a round of interrogation...

Who can interrogate? Xu Liang?

That’s a joke; can he interrogate Pang Delong? His whole family’s heads wouldn’t be enough to compensate!

Then it’s clear, only two places, one is National Security, the other... military protection division.

So...

Young Master Sauce No. 1 Pang Delong was captured, now it’s Young Master Sauce No. 2?

Taking out this evidence in court... is the intention from above?

Wang Yao’s heart sank as he turned his gaze to Zhu Haoyi and Li Yang on the defendant’s seat, who had already restrained their earlier emotions, trying hard to appear normal.

Wang Yao took a deep breath and slowly said:

"Defendant, does your side wish to debate the plaintiff’s above accusations?"

The court ultimately can’t allow only one party to speak.

Even if the evidence is irrefutable, a verdict can only be reached after both sides debate!

But...

The defendant Li Yang heard this, took a deep breath, and stood up.