Gu Chen was flipping through the files inside the courthouse.

Xue Qingqing found a lot of files concerning past cases against Rui Mao Bank.

Xue Qingqing asked, "Boss, why are we looking at past cases against Rui Mao Bank? Is it related to this case?"

Gu Chen replied, "Yes, it's related. You'll understand when the time comes. Rui Mao Bank's illegal activities might not be limited to this case alone."

Xue Qingqing couldn't understand the purpose, but she followed instructions anyway.

Gu Chen and Xue Qingqing continued preparing for the lawsuit.

The case had already been appealed!

It wouldn't take too long for the second trial to commence.

At the same time, Rui Mao Bank also received the court's notification.

The court was about to reconvene!

Inside the bank.

Wang Rui was the president of Rui Mao Bank.

When Wang Rui learned the news, he was furious.

"What's this about, Zhao Yishan actually wants a second trial? He thinks fifteen years is too lenient?" Wang Rui said.

"That kind of person, being an accomplice to a bank robber, I think even fifteen years is too light. He should be given life imprisonment to let others know not to casually steal bank money." Wang Rui said.

Wang Rui found the head of the legal department—Zhang Hongxiang.

"Zhang Hongxiang, Zhao Yishan is appealing. He thinks his initial sentence was too light. Can we make it harsher?" Wang Rui asked.

"President, I think it's possible. Even if Zhao Yishan wanted to treat his father's illness, he shouldn't rob the bank. He could have borrowed money, taken a loan from our bank, or sought help from various sectors. He absolutely shouldn't have taken money from our bank. Isn't that being an accomplice to the robbers? That's robbery, knowing it's against the law—he should be punished with an additional sentence."

"Robbing a bank without going through the proper procedures, knowing the law and breaking it, deserves an extra charge!"

"I never expected Zhao Yishan to dare go for a second trial. This time, we must make them pay! They should compensate for our reputational damage and any other losses." said Zhang Hongxiang from the bank's legal department.

"We're sure to win, right?" Wang Rui asked.

Wang Rui didn't understand the intricacies of the law; he only knew he wanted Zhao Yishan sentenced.

Daring to take bank money?

A whopping 300,000, who else should go to prison if not Zhao Yishan?

"No problem, we can definitely win. It doesn't matter what lawyer they hire." Zhang Hongxiang said.

"That's good. Also, maintain the bank's image so the outside world doesn't think we're overbearing or bullies. We're the victims here. Zhao Yishan colluded with robbers to steal our bank's money. We're only upholding our rights. We're the biggest victims, so we need to maintain our bank's image." Wang Rui said.

"Understood, President. No problem." Zhang Hongxiang said.

At that moment, Zhang Hongxiang answered a call.

After the call, Zhang Hongxiang's expression turned serious.

"President, this time Zhao Yishan has found a new lawyer for the appeal," Zhang Hongxiang said.

"Which lawyer did Zhao Yishan hire? Which industry big shot?" Wang Rui asked.

"Gu Chen." Zhang Hongxiang said.

Since Zhang Hongxiang was part of the legal department, he knew who Gu Chen was, unlike others.

"Gu Chen? Who's Gu Chen? Is he that impressive? I haven't heard this name in the legal circles." Wang Rui shook his head, unfamiliar with him.

"Gu Chen is quite a formidable lawyer. Although he's not a top-tier or elite lawyer, he has won several cases, all with high winning rates." Zhang Hongxiang explained.

Zhang Hongxiang wanted to further explain that Gu Chen once had the opposing lawyer imprisoned, and even sent the judge to jail.

Because of these brilliant courtroom victories, Gu Chen quickly became famous, known throughout the legal world.

However, outside of the legal world, not many know about Gu Chen.

"Not a top-tier nor elite lawyer? Then what's the worry? How great can he be? He just won a few cases, which is nothing special. Isn't it normal for any lawyer to win some cases?" Wang Rui said.

Wang Rui continued, "Alright then, leave this case to you. Just take charge and don't bother with their lawyer. That lawyer is of no caliber, someone whose name I've never heard. I first thought he was some big shot."

Zhang Hongxiang: "....."

Zhang Hongxiang said, "Gu Chen is still quite capable."

Wang Rui was disinterested in hearing more, "How capable can he be? Are you confident? Can we win this case?"

Zhang Hongxiang knew how competent Gu Chen was.

However… in this case, the evidence was conclusive!

No way could their bank be at fault?

They were the actual victims here!

When a robber targets a bank, what can they do?

Ultimately, it was Zhao Yishan who broke the law.

Moreover, Gu Chen indeed wasn't a top-tier lawyer; he merely won a few cases.

Regarding Gu Chen opening a law firm, even Zhang Hongxiang wasn't informed.

Even if it were a top-tier lawyer from Red Circle Law Firm coming, there would be no resolution.

It's Zhao Yishan who broke the law...

What wrongdoing is there on the bank's part?

Surely they wouldn't send the bank president to jail?

It's simply not possible.

Zhang Hongxiang had no concerns about losing this case.

The first instance sentencing already put Zhao Yishan away for fifteen years; the second shouldn't be much lighter.

No matter how it was sentenced, at least ten years should be expected for Zhao Yishan.

Besides, this time the bank was the victim. They could ask for more compensation and have a chance to have Zhao Yishan sentenced for longer.

Zhang Hongxiang said, "No problem, this case no one can touch, neither can Gu Chen, no matter which lawyer they hire, it's unwinnable."

Wang Rui nodded, "Alright then, make sure this case doesn't fail."

Zhang Hongxiang nodded, "President, rest assured, our legal department is very adept at handling these, with numerous people having disputes with us, to no effect. Our legal department is quite robust, even if a top-tier lawyer comes, it's useless, let alone Gu Chen?"

Wang Rui agreed with an "Mm," "Then it's in your hands."

Zhang Hongxiang was also very confident.

Gu Chen?

Merely having won some cases.

What does that prove?

No matter how formidable someone is?

Can they surpass the bank's legal department?

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