Friday, court day.
The city court, civil chamber.
The courtroom had just witnessed a one-sided trial, which could almost be described as a crushing defeat.
"Has the jury reached a decision?"
"Yes, Your Honor, we have reached a verdict."
"Foreman, would you like to announce it?"
"You better do it, Your Honor."
The presiding judge signaled to the court guard with a glance, who immediately took the verdict from the foreman and handed it to the bench.
"Ahem, this court declares that Yuan's Antique Shop, accused of forgery, selling counterfeits, defrauding and deceiving consumers, bribery, and suspicion of sexual bribery, is found guilty on all charges!"
With the presiding judge's announcement, both the plaintiff's and defendant's benches showed varied reactions.
On the defendant's bench.
Yuan Dong sat down, his face filled with despair.
Next to him, his father's face turned pale, his hands trembling uncontrollably.