Chapter 21: When I Present Witness Testimonies and Physical Evidence, How Will You Respond?

"Presiding Judge."

"Our defendant not only refuses to admit the charge of rape."

"He also intends to correct the facts of that night. It was the plaintiff, Ms. Li Huihui, who raped Mr. Ma Ming!"

As Lin Chuan finished speaking, a collective gasp filled the room, and everyone turned to look at him with wide, disbelieving eyes.

Online

The live broadcast room erupted in an uproar.

"Hahaha, did I hear that right? Lin Chuan not only denies Ma Ming's rape charge but also accuses Li Huihui of rape?"

"Lin Chuan has gone mad! How dare he say such a thing!"

"I think he's had too much to drink. Ma Ming is just average-looking, while Li Huihui is very attractive in both appearance and figure. How could she possibly rape Ma Ming?"

"Unless she was blind!"

"Besides, women are physically weaker; how could she force a man into a relationship?"

"What nonsense."

In the live chat, everyone was posting comments, and even some silent viewers couldn't help but come out to comment.

In the Courtroom Gallery

The murmurs also spread among the audience in the courtroom.

Especially among the lawyers sitting in the first row.

"What on earth is Lin Chuan up to? I can't understand his tactics!"

"Don't treat Lin Chuan as an ordinary lawyer; his way of thinking is different from ours. I guess he must have found some evidence to dare say such things."

"Right! Without evidence, if he dares to say this, it's definitely suicide."

"Lin Chuan is so confident; he must be holding back a big move. This is going to be interesting to watch!"

Sudden Courtroom Incident

"Ouch!"

Just as Lin Chuan finished speaking, Presiding Judge Feng Jianjun lost his balance and sat down on the floor.

Although he had anticipated that Lin Chuan would cause some trouble, he didn't expect him to go this far! Not only was he trying to exonerate Ma Ming, but he was also attempting to send the plaintiff to prison.

Having presided over trials for thirty years, Feng Jianjun had seen it all, but this was the first time he had seen a defense attorney trying to send the plaintiff to prison—it was outrageous.

"Cough cough... Attorney Lin Chuan."

"In court, lawyers are legally responsible for their statements. I remind you that you can still amend your statement."

Feng Jianjun got up carefully, with good intentions, reminding Lin Chuan not to talk nonsense and risk legal consequences.

"Presiding Judge, I stand by my words."

Lin Chuan raised his voice. The sunlight streamed through the courtroom windows, casting a shadow on his resolute profile, exuding an air of confidence and composure.

Lawyers and Client Reactions

Lawyer Discussion

"Attorney Zhao, is this guy crazy?"

"He actually said I raped Ma Ming on my own initiative."

"I..."

Li Huihui felt utterly wronged, with two words to describe her feelings: aggrieved! With her appearance, she could definitely be considered beautiful. But looking at Ma Ming, with his scruffy beard, bulky figure, and slovenly attire, there was nothing about him that could arouse a woman's desire.

"Miss Li, don't get agitated; he's trying to provoke you."

"Lin Chuan is just unpredictable; don't pay attention to him."

"If the judge asks you anything later, remember not to respond impulsively. Think before you answer. If necessary, signal me with your eyes, and I'll answer for you."

Zhao Qiuxia didn't understand Lin Chuan's tactics either; from her perspective, he was digging his own grave. If there was no strong evidence to support him, she was sure to win the case!

Continuation of the Trial

"Attorney Lin Chuan, since you are not changing your statement, the court respects your opinion."

"Now, I would like to ask the defendant."

"Is what Attorney Lin Chuan said true? Is it true that on the night of the incident, as Attorney Lin Chuan claims, Ms. Li Huihui raped you?"

Presiding Judge Feng Jianjun was speechless. Li Huihui, a delicate and beautiful woman, how could she possibly rape Ma Ming? But the process had to be followed. Since the defense attorney presented new testimony, it was necessary to ask the defendant if it was true.

"Uh... this..."

Ma Ming glanced at Lin Chuan out of the corner of his eye. Regarding what Lin Chuan had just said, he himself felt utterly absurd. The real situation that night was that he had made an unwelcome advance towards Li Huihui. Although Li Huihui didn't resist strongly, she did say no a few times. Therefore, when the police took his statement, Ma Ming admitted to the rape charge.

"Let me reiterate."

"In the courtroom, if anyone is found to be lying or committing perjury, once verified, they will be thoroughly investigated."

"Legal responsibility will be pursued!"

"Please answer quickly, defendant Ma Ming."

Presiding Judge Feng Jianjun's gavel struck the table, emitting a crisp sound.

Ma Ming glanced at Lin Chuan's calm expression and chose to trust him, clenching his teeth.

"Yes!"

"Presiding Judge."

"That night, I did not violate Ms. Li Huihui; instead, she violated me."

After his words fell, the scene erupted again.

"Nonsense!"

"You're so ugly! How could I possibly violate you?"

Li Huihui couldn't hold back anymore and slapped the table angrily without the judge's signal.

"Order!"

Judge Feng Jianjun signaled for Li Huihui to sit down; it wasn't her turn to speak yet.

"Presiding Judge, I have doubts about the plaintiff's statement. May I ask her a couple of questions?"

The plaintiff's attorney, Zhao Qiuxia, stood up.

"You may allow the plaintiff's attorney to question the defendant."

Feng Jianjun nodded.

"Thank you, Presiding Judge."

After thanking the judge, Zhao Qiuxia looked at Ma Ming with a Sherlock Holmes-like gaze.

"Defendant Mr. Ma Ming."

"May I ask?"

"Since you claim that you did not violate Ms. Li Huihui that night, but rather she violated you, then why did Ms. Li Huihui report the crime?"

Hearing Zhao Qiuxia's question, Ma Ming didn't know how to respond and sought help from Lin Chuan.

"I will answer on behalf of the defendant."

"Because after Li Huihui violated Ma Ming, she was worried that Ma Ming would call the police. Therefore, she struck first, creating the role of the victim."

"This was done to protect herself."

Lin Chuan stood up without hesitation to confront Zhao Qiuxia.

"Presiding Judge, the defense attorney's statement is unreasonable and far-fetched; his behavior is nothing but sophistry."

"I don't want to argue with him anymore."

"I request."

"That the police officer who took Ma Ming's statement be called to testify in court."

Zhao Qiuxia was furious, feeling like she was in a debate competition. Just when you think your argument is as solid as a fortress, Lin Chuan suddenly stopped attacking the gate and instead brought out a ladder to climb over.

"The plaintiff's attorney's request is reasonable; immediately summon the police officer to the courtroom."

Presiding Judge Feng Jianjun did not favor either side; this case had no interest for him, and he would allow any reasonable request.

Police Officer Testifies in Court

Three minutes later, the police officer who had been waiting backstage arrived at the scene.

"Presiding Judge."

"At around 10:30 p.m. that night, we received a call from Ms. Li reporting the incident."

"At 11:00 p.m., our officers arrived at Baishun Hotel."

"After our on-site investigation and evidence collection, there were indeed traces of sexual activity between a man and a woman on the bed."

"Immediately after, we took photos and brought Ma Ming and Li Huihui back to the police station."

"Back at the station, we collected fluid evidence from Li Huihui while interrogating Ma Ming."

"Almost simultaneously, the results came in."

"Li Huihui's fluids contained Ma Ming's sperm, and Ma Ming admitted to the rape during the interrogation."

Police Officer Shen Qiang truthfully recounted the process of handling the case. After speaking, he submitted a statement, an appraisal report, and a recording to the law enforcement officers.

The content of the statement and recording detailed the interrogation of Ma Ming, while the appraisal report was Li Huihui's fluid report, with the conclusion stating:

"After multiple verifications, the sperm collected from Ms. Li Huihui's fluids matched Ma Ming's DNA 100%."

In the face of witness testimonies and physical evidence, any sophistry seemed pale and powerless.

Zhao Qiuxia looked at Lin Chuan with a triumphant gaze. Your eloquence is indeed exquisite. But when I present witness testimonies and physical evidence, how will you respond?

...

Meanwhile, all eyes in the courtroom were focused on Lin Chuan, waiting for his response.