What? I'm suspected of extortion?
“Officer Wang, is that right?”
“I am here to report a case on behalf of my client.”
“I strongly suspect that the car owner intentionally scratched his own car to avoid losses and then falsely accused my client!”
“If proven, this would constitute extortion.”
“Extortion is a public prosecution case and requires police investigation and verification!”
“Officer Wang, will you accept and register the case now, or do we need to go to the Police Station ourselves to report it?”
Lawyer Liu was unaware of the relationship between Wang Xudong and Xu Ning, so his attitude remained strictly professional.
Wang Xudong couldn't help but sigh; lawyers were indeed the most difficult to deal with.
However, since the lawyer was reporting a case on behalf of Xu Ning, he naturally had no reason not to accept it.
As for the outcome, that was beyond his control.
Xu Ning blinked, not quite understanding what was meant.
Lawyer Hua immediately covered his mouth and whispered an explanation into his ear.
“Young Master Xu, just as Lawyer Liu said, we suspect he scratched his own car but blamed you for it, making you compensate for the damages.”
“This situation constitutes extortion.”
“According to the law, extorting public or private property in a significant amount can result in imprisonment for less than three years, criminal detention, or public surveillance.”
“In short, once evidence is found, he will truly face severe consequences!”
Xu Ning nodded in realization, his eyes brightening.
Indeed, lawyers were the most professional at handling these matters.
Originally, he had thought that a defamation case was too minor.
But now, it had suddenly turned into a criminal case!
While it might not be certain that evidence would be found, there was hope, wasn't there?
According to Locard's Exchange Principle, whenever a crime occurs, there must be an exchange of matter.
In other words, there must be evidence.
Even if there were no surveillance cameras at the scene, the police had various scientific methods to collect evidence.
Perhaps, they could really send the other party to prison to 'tread the sewing machine'!
Xu Ning had no psychological burden regarding this; after all, the other party showed no mercy when trying to extort him.
If it were anotherDesignated driver driver, they would probably have to pay a large sum for car repairs.
Designated driver drivers work hard day and night to support their families; every penny they earn is hard-earned!
There should be no sympathy for such people!
Besides, the law is the law, and you must pay the price for your illegal actions!
At this moment, the car owner was completely stunned with fear.
What?
He was suspected of extortion?
And faced criminal liability, with imprisonment for less than three years?
Was there a mistake?
He really just wanted to reduce his losses a little; how could it be so serious?
The thought of possibly being locked in prison to 'tread the sewing machine' made him tremble uncontrollably.
“Um, I don't want the car repair fee anymore!”
“How about we just let it go today? There's no need to waste energy over such a small matter.”
“Officer Wang, look, I've sincerely apologized to them...”
The car owner's voice also trembled as he repeatedly stated his position.
However, the few people at the restaurant all let out a scoff.
Let it go?
It's not that simple!
Just like the news they saw a couple of days ago, a young person speeding killed a family of three.
During the case review stage, the perpetrator's family brazenly stated that the victims' family not only refused their apology but also wouldn't issue a letter of understanding, making them seem as if they were greatly wronged.
You killed three people!
Why should they forgive you?
Even at this point, they still didn't think killing three people was a big mistake, and they probably weren't even sincere in their apologies, only doing it for a lighter sentence in court.
How similar this was to the scene before them!
This guy probably didn't think he had done anything wrong either; his apology was just because he didn't want to go to jail!
You don't want to, but I'll send you to jail anyway!
Xu Ning calmly said to Wang Xudong, “Officer Wang, since you have accepted the report, we will await the investigation results from the Police Station.”
“As for any mediation, please don't waste your time and energy; we will not settle.”
Wang Xudong nodded and handed Xu Ning the case registration receipt he had just written.
“Then that's it. We will investigate as soon as possible.”
After speaking, he nodded to both parties and stood up to leave.
But the car owner, who was completely flustered, grabbed him as if he were a life raft.
“Officer Wang, you can't leave!”
“You haven't finished mediating yet! I've already apologized, and I don't want him to compensate me anymore, so why is the case still registered?”
“Officer Wang, this matter might just be a misunderstanding!”
“Can you not register the case?”
Wang Xudong couldn't help but feel a bit speechless. Did you think whether a case is registered or not is up to you?
With that much effort, you might as well go home and pray we don't find any evidence!
Too lazy to explain anything further, he said seriously, “I'm just handling the case according to procedure. If you have any questions, you can go to the Police Station for detailed information.”
Wang Xudong left, and the car owner sat on the chair, crestfallen, like a walking corpse.
At this point, he could no longer decide his own fate.
Xu Ning smiled faintly, a hint of mockery on his lips, and turned to address the two lawyers.
“Lawyer Hua, Lawyer Liu, how about we have some late-night snacks together?”
Lawyer Hua and Lawyer Liu checked the time. Although they wanted to interact more with Xu Ning, it was really not a suitable time.
“Young Master Xu, it's too late. We won't keep you from resting!”
“When you have time, we'll get together again.”
With that, the two bid farewell and left.
After seeing them off, Xu Ning saw there were still about a dozen tables of customers in the restaurant, so he simply returned to the vicinity of the cashier, sat on his small stool, and waited for aDesignated driver order.
Driver Wang and the otherDesignated driver driver had already completed two orders today, so the nextDesignated driver order would go to Xu Ning first.
Soon, a woman in her thirties came to call for aDesignated driver.
“Hello, at your service,” Xu Ning greeted her with standard service language.
The woman nodded indifferently. After getting into the car, she didn't say much, opening her laptop and starting to work from the passenger seat.
Xu Ning drove, sighing with emotion. She was really working so hard!
After socializing and drinking, she still had to handle work on the way home. How was this different from 996?
The car was a new energy electric vehicle. Although Xu Ning didn't know the brand, it felt very luxurious and high-tech.
Perhaps he should buy an electric car himself?
He had originally wanted to ask about the brand, but seeing the lady so focused on her work, he wisely chose not to disturb her.
About 20 minutes later, they smoothly arrived at their destination.
This made Xu Ning, who had been somewhat on edge the whole way, quite surprised.
What was going on?
This was his second order today, and there were no unexpected problems or complications?
Could it be that the system had changed its nature?
As he was lost in thought, his mind wandering, he reached out to open the car door. After a few movements, his hand stopped again.
Xu Ning knew he had celebrated too soon!