Si Mingda and Zhang Muquan complimented each other politely, which made Wang Mudan laugh. She smiled and said, "Well, we are all old classmates, so just be casual. Why be so formal?"
Si Mingda waved his hand and reminded Wang Mudan, "We can chat with others, but not with Zhang Muquan. He is our great benefactor. As the saying goes, a drop of water should be repaid with a spring. Zhang Muquan's kindness is not just a drop, it can be described as the ocean. Do you think we can just treat him as an ordinary friend? He is our family's savior. I will remember his kindness for the rest of my life."
Excited, Simingda stood up and bowed to Zhang Muquan, choking up and saying, "Muquan, thank you for saving my life."
Seeing that Si Mingda was a little agitated, Zhang Muquan quickly pulled him to sit down and said soothingly, "Si Mingda, you're too kind. I feel unworthy of this. You've already returned the money on time, so there's no need to be so formal. Everyone here today is an old classmate. Let's forget who we are and chat freely like we did at K University."
Wang Mudan took over the conversation and said, "Mu Quan, to be honest, whether it's at K University or in starting your own business, your abilities and qualifications are truly outstanding. It's just that we were too young back then and didn't understand what love was. Although we missed out on that innocent romance, we gained a pure friendship, and I'm very happy about that. Last year, our company suffered a heavy blow, and you were the first good friend to lend us a hand. I'm truly grateful that you helped us through the crisis. Simingda and I will never forget your kindness."
Zhang Muquan quickly said, "Hey, Wang Mudan, you're being too polite. It's just a small favor."
Zhao Haitang said jokingly, "Zhang Muquan, you're really rich. You're saying it's a piece of cake to lend 5 million yuan. With so much money, we can't help you even if we want to."
"Haitang, don't say that. The spiritual encouragement you've given us over the past two years cannot be measured by money. Simingda and I are equally grateful to you."
After saying this, Wang Mudan raised her glass and said excitedly, "Ever since my family suffered this tragedy, you have all given us tremendous support. No amount of words can express my gratitude. I offer a toast to each of you. Thank you for your timely help. Your kindness will warm us for a lifetime. I wish you all ever-happier lives and that our friendship will last forever. When we are old and gray, we can drink together and reminisce about our lives."
"Well said, let's have a drink."
"good."
Back when they were at K University, Wang Mudan's enthusiastic and cheerful personality and petite and delicate figure deeply fascinated the love-struck Zhang Muquan. He wrote her many love letters and sent her roses and snacks from time to time. However, Wang Mudan's heart had long been occupied by the rough and flamboyant Si Mingda. She thought that Zhang Muquan's character was not as "manly" as Si Mingda's, but she didn't know that a boy like Zhang Muquan was a kind and family-oriented husband.
The facts have been verified. After more than ten years of marriage, Zhang Muquan has a happy family and a successful career. He is an excellent husband to his wife, a loving father to his children, and an outstanding businessman in the company.
Now that she is middle-aged, Wang Mudan can only sigh helplessly in her heart when she recalls that childish emotional experience.
"Zhang Muquan, you are living a happy life now. I am really relieved. Your wife is very happy."
Zhang Muquan smiled generously and said, "Wang Mudan, thank you for your blessing!
Si Mingda and Wang Mudan expressed their gratitude to their benefactor Zhang Muquan, and their next topic naturally turned to the fraud case.
Si Mingda said dissatisfiedly: "I don't understand. Gao Huai defrauded over 5 million yuan, why was he only sentenced to 15 years?"
Zhang Muquan said, "The verdict is based on several factors. First, the attitude towards confession, second, the amount involved, and third, whether the compensation has been paid. Looking deeper, Gao Huai's fraud case has indeed caused you losses exceeding 5 million. However, the law is based on evidence. Judging from these two trials, Gao Huai's confession attitude in front of the judge was not bad. He was pretending to be tough in front of you. After all, he had already lost legally, and morally, he deliberately went against you to save face. In the eyes of the judge, as long as he confessed, it was fine. As for his attitude in front of you, it was a personal emotion and had nothing to do with the law."
"Hmph! Seeing how arrogant he was in court, I wish I could sentence him to death." Si Mingda cursed angrily.
Zhang Muquan smiled and said, "Trials are based on facts and the law, not personal emotions. He defrauded 5 million yuan, and according to conventional trials, the sentence would be between 15 and 20 years. His sentence was relatively light, probably because the money was fully recovered. According to the law, as long as the suspect compensates the victim, the punishment can be reduced. In fact, he not only returned the debt, but also paid interest, late fees, and emotional compensation. The court may have sentenced him to 15 years based on these provisions."
Si Mingda slammed the table in dissatisfaction and said, "My mental compensation is only worth 100,000 yuan? I almost had a mental breakdown in the past two years. No amount of money from Gao Huai can compensate me."
"Don't worry, you still have the opportunity to appeal. Collect evidence quickly within this month. Maybe the compensation amount can be revised." Zhang Muquan comforted.
Zhao Haitang took over the conversation and said, "Yes, Si Mingda, don't worry. According to what Zhang Muquan said, if the 15-year sentence cannot be changed, we can try to get more compensation. Gao Huai still has several million in his account, so he can afford to pay."
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