Chapter 119: Chapter 118: Lian Law Firm
Inside the police station.
Gu Bai sat cross-legged, playing on his phone, while two bodyguards who had been involved were giving statements. The other two stood behind him, and the shouts of the man with glasses and the police officer’s helpless voice filled the room.
After arriving at the police station, the man with glasses had his nose treated, but his face was still bruised and looked ridiculous.
"Officer, I’m telling you, this isn’t just intentional injury, this is attempted murder! I suggest you arrest him immediately. My wife is a lawyer, and I’ve already called her. I’m going to sue him for attempted murder!"
The otherwise quiet police station echoed with his shouting alone.
As a native of Shanghai, he already felt superior, especially since, at thirty-something, he owned a luxury store in a city where every inch is gold. He was considered young and promising.
Today was the most humiliating day for him. Being publicly beaten was something he couldn’t accept.
The young officers exchanged puzzled glances, uncertain about how to handle the situation, while an older officer stepped forward.
He knew the issue had to be dealt with from its roots, and for now, the man with glasses appeared to be the victim.
So, the older officer approached Gu Bai.
"Gu, although we’re roughly aware of the situation, officially, we can only charge you and your companions with provocation and intentional injury. Mr. Li appears to have a slight concussion, which qualifies as minor injury."
Li referred to the man with glasses.
Upon hearing that Gu Bai might be charged because of him, the old man quickly went to the officers: "Officer, it’s all because of me. It’s got nothing to do with this young man. He’s a good person. You can’t arrest him. It was I who damaged items in his store. I’ll pay for everything."
The middle-aged officer found the situation a bit overwhelming. The recorded footage showed that the bespectacled man indeed overstepped his bounds, but according to the video, he only lightly shoved the old man. Even the kick afterward wasn’t forceful. The old man seemed energetic, so it would likely just result in a fine.
Gu Bai was touched, seeing the old man so eager to defend him.
Truthfully, in a moment of youthful impulsivity, he hadn’t thought much before acting. He knew he was privileged to be impulsive.
But watching the old man take all the blame, he felt deeply moved.
It’s often said that bad people simply grow old, but that’s just some cases. Most elders from that era are genuinely kind-hearted. If you’re good to them, they’ll remember your kindness.
Standing up, he gently pulled the old man aside and said softly, "Sir, please have a seat. Let me handle this."
Then he turned to the middle-aged officer and asked, "Officer, may I have your name?"
"My last name is Zhang."
"Officer Zhang, labeling me with charges prematurely gives me the right to sue you for defamation.
From now on, I won’t answer any of your questions. My lawyer should be arriving shortly."
Listening to Gu Bai, Officer Zhang tensed up, feeling this was another tricky case.
"Officer Zhang, just look at this young brat’s arrogance! He should be detained right now!"
The man with glasses loudly ranted on the side.
Already irritated, Zhang Lin burst out upon seeing the man with glasses.
"If you’re so good at handling cases, why don’t you wear my uniform?!"
Seeing Zhang Lin lose his temper, the man with glasses shrank back in silence.
Officer Zhang’s disdain for the man with glasses increased. How did someone like him earn so much money? And although Gu Bai had just snapped back at him, Officer Zhang had a good impression of him. If this had happened when he was younger, he too would have rushed in. Moreover, Gu Bai’s identity was definitely influential. The bodyguards weren’t just companions but were actually his bodyguards!
You don’t bring four bodyguards for a casual walk unless you’re a person of importance. Zhang Lin couldn’t help but conclude.
The initially chaotic police station settled into silence.
"Thud, thud, thud."
Rapid footsteps approached as Xing Na walked in.
"President Gu."
Xing Na was still in her bank uniform, seemingly too hurried to change.
Seeing her arrival, Gu Bai nodded slightly.
Within seconds, several men in black suits entered behind her.
Their eyes locked forward, emanating a sense of elite professionalism, leaving the officers stunned. Did such a mundane issue actually require a lawyer? And not just one, but four at once?
"President Gu, these are the lawyers from Lian Law Firm."
Xing Na introduced them to Gu Bai.
Gu Bai was already familiar with Lian Law Firm in his previous life, one of Shanghai’s top ten law firms, boasting several top lawyers in Hua Country. Of course, this wasn’t significant enough to warrant a top lawyer’s arrival.
"Hello, President Gu. I’m Chang Yanfu from Lian Law Firm, and these are my colleagues. We’ll handle all subsequent processes for you. Would you prefer to settle this privately or proceed formally?"
"Whichever benefits me most."
Chang Yanfu nodded in understanding.
Gu Bai then turned to Zhang Lin, who had taken a seat, and said, "Officer Zhang, my lawyers are here. You may discuss matters with them now. They speak on my behalf with full authority."
After speaking, he seated himself beside Qi Man, as if detached from the situation.
Zhang Lin awkwardly stood, despite his many years on the force, he had never witnessed such a scene.
As for Li Zhonggui, seated on the other side, his heart was pounding.
Though previously arrogant, he wasn’t foolish. He knew he had messed with the wrong person, and now he regretted it deeply.
Inside, he couldn’t help but curse Gu Bai, for making such a big scene over an old beggar despite his high standing.