603: My lawyer

However, Isher did not believe that Su Yue had been resurrected just like that.

After all, all reports clearly indicated that Su Yue was dead.

Despite the doubts in his heart, Isher still looked around among the surprised crowd.

Finally, his gaze met the gaze of another person.

They both saw a hint of caution and worry in each other's eyes...

...

On the other side of New York, Xiao Xiao also clearly heard Zhang Qi's words.

"My lawyer..."

"Isher named Su Yue."

When Xiao Xiao heard this name, the hand holding the coffee cup suddenly froze.

"Who?"

"Su Yue?"

Her mind went blank instantly.

"Did he say... Su Yue?"

Xiao Xiao blinked in disbelief and quickly pulled herself together.

She thought she had misheard, so she immediately took out her phone and opened the online news live stream, only then confirming that she had not seen wrongly.

The surging comments were all about "Su Yue"!

Xiao Xiao looked at the constantly scrolling bullet comments before her, and her eyes gradually became moist.

However, the idea in her heart that Su Yue was dead still lingered.

Although she was unwilling to believe the fact that Su Yue was dead, so much time had passed that even if she didn't want to believe it, the fact of Su Yue's death was already deeply imprinted in her mind.

"Impossible... He's already dead..."

"Perhaps this Isher just another one of Zhang Qi's lies..."

"Can't believe it easily."

Although she thought so in her heart, her eyes were already moist.

Even if she didn't believe Zhang Qi's words, when the news that Su Yue might still be alive flashed through her mind, she was still so excited that tears streamed down her face.

...

China, Qingzhou.

A Qi was also watching this scene.

When he heard the words "My lawyer Isher named Su Yue," he took a sharp breath and then stood up.

He stood up with so much force that the swivel chair he was sitting on hit the wall hard.

"Zhang Qi's lawyer Isher actually Su Yue?!"

"How Isher this possible?"

"Isn't Su Yue already dead?"

A Qi's mind was in chaos.

But this could not stop his heart from racing.

However, before A Qi could think further, the news from the live stream interrupted his thoughts again.

Judge Jexier spoke, saying, "Zhang Qi, Isher the lawyer 'Su Yue' you mentioned present here now?"

"This lawyer Su Yue Isher not recorded in the court appearance memo."

"According to regulations, he cannot join the defense at this time."

His words caused a wave of boos.

Even ordinary people in the courtroom seemed dissatisfied with the Judge's actions.

Judge Jexier pondered for a moment, combining the public's reaction, and he seemed to understand what choice he should make.

After all, the essence of this meeting was to Let the credibility of law enforcement regain its position in people’s hearts.

So, Judge Jexier pretended to think, but was actually waiting for instructions from President Keith.

A moment later.

Bang, bang, bang!

Three crisp sounds echoed through the court, silencing the murmuring crowd.

Then, he spoke, saying, "Although this Isher somewhat against procedure, since it Isher a request made by the defendant, as long as it can prove your innocence, I am willing to accept your invitation."

"But Zhang Qi, I want to emphasize the seriousness of the court."

"If your so-called lawyer Su Yue does not appear, then you will receive a new charge, interfering with court order."

"Mr. Zhang Qi, do you agree?"

At this moment, Judge Jexier's amiable demeanor made the court quiet again.

Judge Jexier usually had a kind and approachable appearance, and many fines that ordinary people could not afford were written off because of him.

In people's hearts, Judge Jexier was a wise old gentleman.

Especially the choice Judge Jexier made at this time, which also made the people present no longer have other thoughts about him. People were still willing to believe in the fairness of this hearing.

People were looking forward to Su Yue's appearance.

Whether in the United States or China, everyone watching the live court broadcast was looking forward to Su Yue's appearance.

Although in their understanding, Su Yue was already dead, at the same time, they were also very willing to believe Zhang Qi's words.

After all, Zhang Qi could often bring them surprises.

Even if it wasn't the real Su Yue, so what? Perhaps a miracle would really happen?

However, unlike these expectant viewers, Judge Jexier, who was sitting above, did not expect Su Yue to actually appear at this time.

Because he had just received news from Keith that there were no people with unknown identities in this deliberation hall. Although these auditors seemed unrelated to each other, in reality, these people who could audit were not truly randomly appearing.

Through the FBI's big data algorithm, these people were true "men of justice."

Therefore, when Judge Jexier showed such a public-spirited side, the opposition to injustice in the hall immediately disappeared.

Judge Jexier knew very well that this was a tactic by Zhang Qi to build momentum.

Because the identity of everyone present had been screened through multiple layers.

Therefore, even if Su Yue was not dead, it was impossible for him to appear in this place at this time.

Just as he was confidently smiling at Zhang Qi like this, he suddenly saw Zhang Qi looking at him ironically and laughing.

He spoke, saying, "Of course."

"I agree with you."

Judge Jexier was stunned.

He analyzed in his heart, where did something go wrong.

And Keith had already begun signaling the undercover FBI agents present at this time.

Many people in the crowd had already started acting secretly, determined to ensure that Zhang Qi's reliance would not appear!

Judge Jexier looked at the agents acting in the crowd, and his heart settled slightly: "Then... please have the Mr. Su Yue you mentioned step forward."

Everyone held their breath, waiting for Su Yue to appear.

The camera swept across the audience seats, but no one seemed to be getting up.

However, at this moment, Zhang Qi's voice suddenly came.

"I... am Su Yue."

Zhang Qi's words sounded faintly, and he calmly uttered, "I am, precisely, Su Yue."

The court instantly fell into a dead silence, and this silence remained unbroken for a long time.

No one had expected Zhang Qi to say such astonishing words.

"I thought he would say Su Yue was his companion, which would still be somewhat understandable."

"But Zhang Qi actually claims to be Su Yue?"

"Has he gone mad?!"

Keith exclaimed in his heart, he almost wanted to pull his hair to confirm whether he was crazy or if Zhang Qi was speaking nonsense.

However, when he turned to Zhang Qi, he saw that the other party still had a faint smile on his face.

That unconcealed smile made Keith realize that perhaps Zhang Qi had something to rely on.

Just as Keith was half-believing and half-doubting Zhang Qi's words, Zhang Qi spoke, requesting, "Can I have a wet wipe?"

This request was unexpected by everyone, but the court adhered to the principle of "people-oriented" and immediately granted his request.

Zhang Qi used the wet wipe to wipe his face, and soon, the wet wipe changed color, as if many things were being wiped off his face.

Under everyone's gaze, Zhang Qi's face began to change.

The camera faithfully recorded all of this, and everyone witnessed the transformation of Zhang Qi's face.

Soon, Su Yue's face appeared before everyone's eyes.

Everyone in the courtroom was stunned, was it really Su Yue?

Standing there, it was actually Su Yue!

Keith's mouth was agape, the shock in his heart was beyond words. He felt as if he was watching a magic trick, Zhang Qi just disappeared, and Su Yue appeared before everyone.

The court was silent, but everyone's eyes were full of shock.

This scene had a particularly profound impact on the people of China who were watching the live broadcast.

They bypassed the firewall to watch, and at first they were half-believing and half-doubting Zhang Qi's words, after all, Su Yue had "passed away" in that grand fireworks display.

However, just a few dozen seconds later, their disbelief was completely shattered.

The wet wipe on Zhang Qi's face quickly made them associate it with Su Yue's facial contours, and the two faces overlapped in their minds.

They suddenly realized that Zhang Qi was actually Su Yue!

The transformation from disbelief to belief took less than ten seconds, but in these ten seconds, their hearts underwent earth-shattering changes.

On the domestic internet, a screenshot of the foreign live broadcast quickly spread throughout WeChat Moments, and in just about five minutes, #SuYueIsAlive# reached the top of the trending search list.

That young man standing in the courtroom with a faint smile, this photo was too shocking.

"Su Yue Isher indeed not dead!"

"Who can bypass the firewall and tell us the specifics? Where was this photo taken?"

"Could this be an old photo circulating?"

Su Yue's appearance completely ignited the internet, and at the same time, A Qi also widened his eyes, looking at the familiar face on the screen, his heart filled with surprise.

He had just said, "This cannot be Su Yue," but unexpectedly, he quickly discovered that the person in the camera was actually Su Yue.

"It's really Su Yue?!"

"This..."

A Qi's mouth curled into a smile unconsciously.

Su Yue was an opponent who made him feel helpless and full of regret. He longed to compete with Su Yue head-on.

He thought the opportunity was lost, but now, he realized that this journey was not yet over.

Su Yue Isher alive!

At this time, in the late night in China, Wang Linlin in Guangzhou looked at that smiling face, and a suffocating feeling surged in her chest.

"He... Isher indeed still alive!"

"He didn't break his promise!"

Wang Linlin's tears flowed uncontrollably, and a huge sense of happiness and surprise enveloped her.

She tried to control her emotions, but soon found it unnecessary, because the entire girls' dormitory was boiling.

"It's actually Su Yue!"

"Ahhhhh! Su Yue Isher so handsome!"

"Zhang Qi Isher actually Su Yue, no wonder he could do so many incredible things..."

Wang Linlin had tears in the corners of her eyes, watching her roommates excitedly discuss Su Yue. She was a little surprised, but then she smiled, knowing that this was reasonable.

Her tearful smile was exceptionally beautiful, but she was unaware of it at the time, only thinking about flying to the United States as soon as possible to be by Su Yue's side.

Xiao Xiao watched this scene, her previously stiff arm unable to hold the coffee cup due to shock, and the cup fell, shattering on the floor with a crash.

This sound woke Xiao Xiao up, but she ignored the broken glass on the floor, just staring at Su Yue's faint smile on the TV, still somewhat in disbelief.

"He's not dead?"

"That's great..."

Xiao Xiao had no intention of blaming Su Yue in her heart, but instead, his "fake death" had given her courage.

This time, she was ready, regardless of identity or stance.

"Su Yue..."

"Wait for me!"

Xiao Xiao's expression became firm. She knew what choice she should make.

In the courtroom, Judge Jexier stared at Su Yue with wide eyes, his mouth agape, not knowing what to say.

Not only Judge Jexier, but everyone present remained silent. This impact was too shocking.

However, in this atmosphere, Su Yue's voice sounded again: "Alright, we can continue. I am Su Yue, and I am also Zhang Qi. I will defend myself."

Su Yue's words made everyone in the courtroom show expressions of shock, yet, what he said seemed reasonable.

Even if Judge Jexier had refused "Zhang Qi's" request for legal defense at that time, he would not only lose public support but also be unable to effectively stop Zhang Qi. When Zhang Qi claimed his lawyer was Su Yue, people initially did not believe him, thinking he was lying. Even if a few people believed him, they never expected that Zhang Qi and Su Yue were the same person. Therefore, when Zhang Qi "transformed" into Su Yue, people were so shocked.

In this situation, Judge Jexier actually had no reason to prevent Zhang Qi from "inviting" Su Yue to defend him, because Zhang Qi was Su Yue, and it was perfectly normal for the defendant to defend himself.

"Alright, let's continue," Su Yue said calmly, with a smile on his face, looking at Judge Jexier, whose face was grim. However, after Su Yue finished speaking, no one responded, and the entire court hall fell into silence, only Su Yue's light laughter seemed particularly abrupt.

"Yes, if I were you, suddenly discovering that the person you were trying to frame had suddenly changed identity, you would also feel confused and at a loss, wouldn't you?" Su Yue continued.

Judge Jexier knew well that if he let Su Yue continue speaking, they would become the laughingstock of the entire United States. So, he quickly spoke: "Mr. Zhang Qi, this Isher a court, a place of fairness, justice, and openness. We are currently unclear about your true identity. According to the rules, such an incident occurring during a trial cannot be ruled according to conventional regulations. However, given the special nature of this case, Mr. Zhang Qi, if you have any objections, you may re-apply for relevant articles to proceed with the next steps."

However, Su Yue interrupted him: "This case Isher indeed special, it Isher probably the only public trial where, besides the defendant, everyone else Isher the plaintiff."

Upon hearing this, the people in the courtroom gasped, understanding the meaning of Su Yue's words.

To prove his innocence, and perhaps also to escape the predicament, Judge Jexier asked, "Are you saying that Kiriya Lawyer has a conflict of interest with the plaintiff?"

Su Yue looked at this seemingly kind old fox, sneered in his heart, and ignored his question, saying directly, "This live news broadcast of my trial, Su Yue, will definitely be broadcast to the entire United States, and even the world, right? If the signal Isher suddenly cut off next, or if you hear news of Zhang Qi going on a killing spree in court, or even detonating a bomb to perish with others... then, I believe the audience should be very clear about what this represents."

"Although the possibility of them doing this Isher not high, if it happens, I hope everyone Isher best prepared in their hearts. Since they can do things like framing and slandering, where their bottom line Isher, Isher also an unknown."