90: Are they really going to get away with it?

"Heh, a bunch of people ignorant of the law. They only know how to vent their emotions and don't understand procedural justice."

"Everyone is equal before the law. Even Yao Yuan should have the right to a defense. Lawyer Yao is just performing his duty. Trolls, stop with the moral kidnapping!"

There was also a group of neutrals who were relatively objective.

"It's hard to say. The new law indeed has many ambiguities, but Yao Yuan's actions were truly heinous. It'll depend on how Yao Ze defends him."

"Let's just watch the drama rationally. We'll know once we see the live stream of the trial tomorrow. However, Yao Ze's professional ability is indeed beyond reproach; it seems his odds of winning really are quite high."

"The new law is indeed imperfect, giving the defense too much room to maneuver."

"The lawyer defending the cats is a woman. How can she compete with a wily old fox like Yao Ze?"

"Sigh, I have a feeling tomorrow will be a frustrating day."

Most netizens believed that given Yao Ze's professional level and the many loopholes in the new law, he would almost certainly win this lawsuit.

The lawyer defending those four thousand cats stood no chance against him.

A sense of pessimism permeated the internet.

Many people questioned whether the law was truly powerless against someone as perverted as Yao Yuan.

Wu Tian, Guo Hao, and other scions of Longcheng's prestigious families also saw these reports.

They began to worry for Lei Jun.

They feared that Yao Yuan would be acquitted.

Fortunately, Wu Tian and Guo Hao hadn't been idle. They had tapped into their family connections and contacted several lawyers famous in the field of criminal defense, including a tough character who had won a case similar to the 'First Case of the New Law.'

Wu Tian quickly dialed Lei Jun's number.

"Miss Lei, have you seen the news online?"

"That fellow Yao Ze has drummed up so much hype. We aren't at ease, so we've found several powerful lawyers over the past few days. One of them has extensive experience in cases specifically involving legal loopholes. If you need him, we'll have him come over to coordinate immediately!"

Guo Hao also leaned in and said sincerely,

"Yes, Miss Lei, please don't be polite with us. This is nothing!"

"As long as we can help you pin that bastard Yao Yuan down, we're willing to use all our family connections!"

They knew in their hearts that this wasn't just about helping Lei Jun, but also about maintaining their weight in her eyes.

If they couldn't even help with this, how could they expect Miss Lei to support them in the future?

...The Qin Family study.

Qin Yu's expression was solemn.

The Qin Family had to help with anything concerning Sister Lei.

He hurried to his father Qin Zhenhua's study, where Qin Zhenhua was staring at the computer with a furrowed brow.

Seeing his son enter, Qin Zhenhua looked up and sighed. "Yao Ze's move is truly insidious. He's specifically targeting the gray areas of the new law. It looks like he's full of confidence."

"Dad, isn't that Lawyer Zhang we found before famous even in the Imperial Capital? Didn't he say he could handle this kind of 'new law defense'?" Qin Yu asked expectantly.

Qin Zhenhua said, "I've already communicated with Lawyer Zhang. He can arrive in Longcheng at any time tomorrow. Now we're just waiting for Miss Lei's word. As soon as she nods, Lawyer Zhang will come to support her immediately."

Thinking of this, he dialed Lei Jun's number and said respectfully,

"Miss Lei, regarding Yao Yuan's case, my son and I haven't been idle these past few days. We've found Lawyer Zhang from the Imperial Capital. He has never lost a case involving the application of the new law."

"If you feel it's necessary, he can be at the Court tomorrow morning. Additionally, whether you need help with coordinating connections or any other support, just say the word. The Qin Family will not hesitate!"

Qin Yu began to look forward to it.

If they could help Sister Lei pull this off and satisfy her, the Qin Family's status in Longcheng would surely rise to the next level!

...On the other side.

Director Wang had just finished a meeting at the bureau. On his desk lay the 'Yao Yuan Case Evidence Chain Review' submitted by the police, with several procedural flaws that Yao Ze might attack circled in red ink.

He rubbed his temples, feeling extremely anxious.

Miss Lei valued this case so much. If Yao Yuan really got away, not only would Miss Lei be unhappy, but he, the Director, would also lose face!

He quickly dialed Lei Jun's number.

"Miss Lei, our bureau re-examined the evidence today and found that Yao Ze might focus on the 'incomplete records of evidence collection times' to exploit the case."

"I've already had the technical team re-retrieve the surveillance footage from that time and verify every timestamp. We can submit supplementary evidence at any time during the trial tomorrow."

"Additionally, I've also spoken with the Procuratorate and asked them to prepare a response plan in advance. We absolutely cannot let Yao Ze find a loophole!"

The Governor of Longcheng stood by his office window, his brow furrowed.

He knew better than anyone that this case was not only related to Miss Lei's wishes but also to the credibility of the newly promulgated longcheng animal protection law.

If they lost, his previous hope for her patronage would likely be affected.

He dialed Lei Jun's number and said respectfully, "Miss Lei, regarding tomorrow's trial, I have a few thoughts to share with you."

"First, I've already spoken with the Court to have them arrange for the most experienced judge to preside over the trial to avoid any procedural errors."

"Second, I've contacted several mainstream media outlets to have them report the trial objectively and avoid being swayed by the public opinion from Yao Ze's side."

"Third, if any unexpected situation arises during the trial, contact me at any time, and I will coordinate resources from all parties. Rest assured, I will do my utmost to ensure Yao Yuan does not go unpunished!"

...The "Phantom Styling" art salon.

Tony had just finished styling a customer's hair. Still holding the scissors, he couldn't wait to check his phone again.

Seeing the news that "Yao Ze is highly likely to win," he cocked his pinky finger and said anxiously,

"Oh My God, this Yao Ze is too much! How can he defend a bastard who abuses cats?"

"My Muse is actually in trouble!"

He quickly put down the scissors and dialed Lei Jun's number, saying distressedly,

"Dear Miss Lei, is that damn pervert really going to get away with it?"

"Do you need me to do anything for you? I can use my artistic influence to mobilize public opinion. Just say the word!"

...In an office in Tower B of the Global Financial Center, Zhao Ya looked at the news with a furrowed brow.

Miss Lei had shown her great kindness by recognizing her talent.

She thought of the trust Lei Jun had placed in her and the salary that had changed her family's situation.

She dialed the number.

"Miss Lei, this is Zhao Ya. I've seen the news. If there's anything I can help with, please let me know at any time."

...Dormitory, Modu Academy of Arts.

Su Man and Lin Wei looked at their phones together, their faces full of worry.

"Weiwei, what should we do?"

"Lei Jun wants to deal with that scum, but now everyone is saying that scum is going to be acquitted!"