A life of financial freedom

"Sir, please don't get agitated. We have to resolve this matter according to the law. After all, a life has been lost."

Many police officers also knew that Ye Zhijie deserved to die, undeniably so. However, the law is the law, and they had to act according to it.

Just as Chu Fang was about to speak, Zhong Tingyue stopped him: "Mr. Chu, let it be. This is understandable. I believe the law will give me a fair answer."

Chu Fang shook his head at Zhong Tingyue. He tried his best to calm down and nodded, saying, "Alright then."

Seeing Chu Fang concede, many police officers breathed a sigh of relief.

They were afraid that Chu Fang would clash with them over this matter. Such a terrible incident had occurred in their jurisdiction, and to then fight with the victim's family would be a complete loss of face.

Moreover... ...it was clear that this gentleman was no ordinary person and had various ways to escalate this matter to a public platform. The superiors would then hold them accountable.

Subsequently, the police officers at the scene began taking photos and collecting evidence as legal proof. They even collected evidence from the room with the iron box. After completing everything, the team began to leave the scene.

Soon, everyone arrived at the辖区 police station.

A policewoman led Zhong Tingyue towards the detention center. Because she was the victim, she was not handcuffed or anything like that.

"Sir, don't worry. We guarantee to take good care of your wife and ensure she doesn't suffer any grievances," the policewoman said.

"Thank you," Chu Fang nodded. "I hope this matter can be handled as soon as possible."

"Our station will also prioritize this case."

Chu Fang then left the police station. He waved his hand: "After Zhong Tingyue comes out, I'll treat everyone to a meal."

"What are we eating? That's very important!" Yang Meina asked.

"Eat, eat, eat, all you know is eat. Would you like to eat my corpse raw?" Chu Fang rolled his eyes.

"Maybe."

Chu Fang: "... ..."

He drove away from the place and soon returned home.

At the moment, his house was full of lawyers in black suits, waiting for him.

Chu Fang first opened Zhong Rou's door and was relieved to see his sister-in-law sleeping soundly.

When Zhong Tingyue was kidnapped, he lied to Zhong Rou, saying that Zhong Tingyue was on a business trip. He didn't want his sister-in-law to worry before things were settled, let alone the elders in Zhongyuan.

"CEO Chu," many lawyers greeted softly.

Chu Fang nodded and then threw the evidence and documents related to the case to the group of lawyers. He collapsed on the sofa, his eyes slightly closed.

From tonight until now, he hadn't drunk a drop of water. At this moment, he was physically and mentally exhausted.

Tonight, things had risen and fallen drastically, and everything had happened so quickly, so unexpectedly.

"Phew... ..." Chu Fang exhaled. "Fortunately... ..."

Recalling it now, it was still so thrilling. Zhong Tingyue's life was on the line.

If Zhong Tingyue had really left, he would have no reason to live.

Many lawyers took the relevant evidence and then discussed it softly with each other, eventually reaching a conclusion: "CEO Chu, Madam Chu will definitely be acquitted."

"Go on," Chu Fang said, holding the back of his head with both hands and looking at the ceiling.

"First, Madam Chu is the victim, and Ye Zhijie is the perpetrator. This is very obvious. Second, Ye Zhijie kidnapped Madam Chu and has evidence of intentional homicide. All aspects of the evidence are complete and can prove this matter. In the face of a crisis, Madam Chu's counterattack is self-defense. Third, Ye Zhijie has a history of murder and has been sentenced to prison. This is traceable... ..."

Many lawyers listed their points of view, ultimately pointing to one answer, which was acquittal.

"Thank you for your hard work tonight. I'll leave the rest to you. If the matter is resolved, I guarantee everyone will receive generous benefits," Chu Fang stood up and said.

"It is our responsibility and mission to serve you."

Many lawyers then left, while Chu Fang went to the bathroom to wash up. He was covered in mud from climbing the hillside tonight.

The hot water washed over his body, and he felt much less tired.

After taking a shower, he stood by the window, overlooking the dark night of 魔都.

Although all parties, even the police, said that the final result of the case would be acquittal, he would be uneasy until the day he saw Zhong Tingyue return home.

"Brother-in-law... ..."

Zhong Rou's voice sounded in the living room.

Zhong Rou came out in her pajamas, her eyes red, with crystalline tears spinning inside: "Will my sister go to jail?"

Chu Fang motioned for Zhong Rou to come over, took out a tissue from his pocket, and wiped the tears from his sister-in-law's face: "No."

"Really?"

"Brother-in-law guarantees that your sister will return home safe and sound."

Zhong Rou lowered her head, her shoulders trembling slightly.

Although Zhong Rou was fearless and had done many bad things, she was, after all, a high school sophomore. Suddenly, someone told her that her sister had killed someone. How could she control her emotions?

"Have you told Mom and Dad yet?"

Zhong Rou shook her head: "I dare not."

"Then don't tell them."

Lest the elders worry.

"Oh."

Chu Fang touched his sister-in-law's head: "Go to sleep. Tomorrow will be a beautiful day when you wake up."

"Oh," Zhong Rou obediently went into the house.

Looking at his sister-in-law's face, Chu Fang knew that no one in this family would be able to sleep tonight.

He faced the window, looking at the dark outside.

... ...

Detention center.

The policewoman took Zhong Tingyue for a hot shower and then changed her into prisoner clothes.

Looking at Zhong Tingyue, the policewoman couldn't help but sigh: "People die when compared to others, and goods are thrown away when compared to other goods. Everyone is a woman, so why is the difference so great?

It was a plain-colored prison uniform, a simple style, without too much decoration or patterns, but it just happened to outline her graceful figure.

The neckline was slightly open, revealing a fair and slender neck. Her skin looked more radiant and lustrous under the prison uniform. Her slender wrists stretched out from it, forming a contrast with the loose sleeves, adding a bit more gentleness and charm.

Zhong Tingyue wearing a prison uniform had a beauty of being independent of the world.

"Perhaps this is the most beautiful 'prisoner' in the world."

After completing all the procedures, the policewoman then took Zhong Tingyue to the detention center. It was a separate room, which was a courtesy given to Zhong Tingyue by the police station. After all, she was not a real prisoner, but was only staying in the detention center to go through the procedure. There was no need to treat her like a prisoner.

The policewoman then sent a portion of food, which was obviously a takeaway she had ordered for her, with a label on it.

"Hey? How can this person live in a 'detached villa' as soon as they come, and have delicious food? I'm not convinced," a prisoner next to him shouted.

"Shut up! She's not the same as you," the policewoman said, then turned to look at Zhong Tingyue, "Call me if you need anything."

Zhong Tingyue nodded: "Thank you."

"It's okay."

After the policewoman left, Zhong Tingyue ate her dinner, chewing slowly and unhurriedly. As she ate, she felt a burst of sadness in her heart.

Because of her, Chu Fang had suffered a lot of things that he shouldn't have experienced.

She felt useless... ...