"mighty."
The servants on both sides shouted in unison, and the atmosphere in the lobby immediately became solemn.
Whenever the drum for hearing the case sounded, the county magistrate had to go to court to try the case immediately, no matter what he was doing, and the yamen runners had to do the same. This matter happened suddenly, and Dong Weimin had no time to make arrangements in advance, nor could he refuse the magistrate's face like he did last time.
This is the authority of the county magistrate!
He can do some small things in private, or even use some means to undermine the authority, but in public the magistrate has absolute power, and no one can shake it!
Dong Weimin has been the county magistrate for eight years, and he dreams of becoming the county magistrate!
The magistrate has great power, which is especially evident during the trial. In front of the people, in full view of everyone, he decides life and death with just a single word!
Dong Weimin had a blank expression on his face, but his hands in his sleeves were clenched into fists, and he felt very unwilling.
He sat at the bottom, and although he was the county magistrate, no one looked at him. Everyone's eyes were on the county magistrate behind the desk!
He has tasted this feeling for eight years!
Now I can finally see some hope. As long as I can get rid of Feng Yuan in two months and discredit him, the Prime Minister will make him a county magistrate!
Dong Weimin was even more determined.
His thoughts flashed back and he knew that the most important thing right now was this trial!
It was like a duel between two masters, but it was obvious that Feng Yuan's moves were faster and more ruthless!
Sun Cheng had only been in prison for two days when he launched another deadly attack, and this time he was going to target Wang Bao!
Unlike the Minister of Personnel Ma Cheng, Wang Bao is his long-time confidant and right-hand man, and he must not be brought down by them. However... thinking of yesterday's conversation, he still felt gloomy in his heart.
Whether Wang Bao can be saved depends on the outcome of the trial. If it is just the case of Sun Jian’s murder, there will be no problem. But if other cases are involved, it may not be certain.
The key is how much they master.
Dong Weimin was thinking, staring at Song Chi with a gloomy look without any concealment.
He knew that the current situation was caused by Song Chi, and this guy was their biggest opponent!
"Mr. County Magistrate, did you not get enough rest last night? Why do you look so bad?" Song Chi asked deliberately.
He is now a legal advisor and can stand behind Feng Yuan openly.
"Don't be too proud too soon. There will be consequences for your arrogance!" Dong Weimin was too lazy to play along since their relationship had already fallen out.
Song Chi ignored him and said from behind Feng Yuan, "Sir Feng, the drum for petitioning rarely sounds once a year, and now someone is beating it to complain about their grievances. You should let the people outside the hall and let them witness how you are redressing the grievances of the victim!"
"You..." Dong Weimin looked angry.
Letting the public watch would create public opinion. Once the charges were made, even if he wanted to protect Wang Bao, he would have to be cautious. This guy really used every possible means!
"That's what it should be!"
Feng Yuan shouted, "Come here, let the people come out to watch this county's public trial. This county will definitely be fair and ensure that the victim does not suffer injustice!"
It was customary for the public to watch the public trials in the county government, and no one could stop it. Soon, a large number of spectators gathered outside the hall.
"Who are you in this court? What grievances have you brought? Tell the truth now. If you have concealed anything during the trial or if you have no grievances but are deliberately trying to stir up trouble, this county will not show mercy!"
Feng Yuan had thin cheeks and dark skin, and usually had a stern face, but when he shouted loudly, he looked majestic and had a strong official authority.
He was obviously more adept than in the first trial, but he would look down from time to time.
On his desk was the manuscript written by Song Chi.
Trying a case is also a science. If Feng Yuan had absolute authority in the county government, he would have nothing to worry about and could say whatever he wanted. But now Dong Weimin is sitting below and watching him.
This guy has been the county magistrate for eight years. He has no experience at all. If Feng Yuan says something inappropriate, he will definitely attack him immediately.
When Sun Cheng was being interrogated that day, he repeatedly interrupted him. This time, the person being interrogated was Wang Bao, so he would definitely do everything he could to stop it.
Just having evidence does not make you invincible.
Song Chi knew exactly how this public trial came about, so he would never let them find any loopholes.
Feng Yuan's first words were to show fairness.
"My lady..."
Su Mingyue was lying on the ground, half-supported by her arms, looking very difficult. This woman would definitely get a place if she participated in The Birth of an Actor. She is such a good actress.
But just as she was about to speak, she was interrupted by a loud voice.
"Mr. Prefect, here you are!"
As the loud shouts rang out, the onlookers were ordered by the yamen runners to make way for a passage. Surrounded by several people, Ning'an Prefecture Governor Zhou Zheng'an walked into the lobby of the county government office.
He was wearing an official robe, the wide hem of which swayed gently with his steps. The white pheasant pattern on the green robe made it look particularly solemn. He had a round face and thick eyebrows. His face was solemn when he came in, giving people a strong sense of oppression.
The green robe embroidered with white pheasants is the uniform of a fifth-rank official.
Ning'an Prefecture has five counties and three areas under its jurisdiction, which shows how great its power is.
Dong Weimin stood up subconsciously, bowed his waist and made a greeting gesture, with an unconcealable joy on his face. He knew that it was the prefect who came to support him!
After a secret conversation last night, Governor Zhou agreed to personally go to the Ji County government office to reprimand Feng Yuan.
The prefect is the chief official of a prefecture and is a fifth-rank official, while the magistrate is only a seventh-rank official. Not to mention the difference of two ranks, the prefect, as the magistrate's superior, has the right to advise the magistrate on his appointment and the right to evaluate the performance of the incumbent magistrate.
If a county magistrate violates the law and commits evil while in office, the prefect has the right to dismiss him or even arrest him if there is conclusive evidence!
Song Chi and Feng Yuan looked at each other. Dong Weimin had brought out his backers this time.
I am the county magistrate and I cannot do anything to you. But if the prefect comes, how will you respond?
A higher-ranking official can crush a person to death!
A solemn look flashed across Feng Yuan's face, and he also stood up to greet him.
The prefect is the superior of the county magistrate, so he must show his attitude and must not allow any fault to be found, otherwise he will be dismissed from office on the pretext of something.
Feng Yuan came here on his own request. He couldn't leave in disgrace, let alone leave with a stigma. The struggle in officialdom was extremely cruel and bloodless, but Feng Yuan was also panicked. He was not fighting alone.
He also has a mentor.
Song Chi also expected the appearance of the prefect Zhou Zhengan.
Zhou Zhengan walked in. He didn't look at Feng Yuan, nor even at Dong Weimin, his eyes fell directly on him.
He was deeply impressed by this young man. He performed brilliantly at the female commander's homecoming banquet. It was he who recited the poem presented to the female commander Liang Qingwu in public. He alone made the son of the Prime Minister lose face and ruined the reputation of the young master of the Han family.
And now he is following Feng Yuan and causing them so much trouble.
Zhou Zhengan narrowed his eyes slightly. What an ignorant guy! He actually dared to get involved in such a struggle.
He looked at Song Chi as if he was looking at a dead person.
A mayfly trying to shake a tree does not know whether it lives or dies!
The atmosphere was depressing and silent. Feng Yuan knew that Zhou Zhengan had set his sights on Song Chi, so he stepped forward and stood in front of Song Chi.
"This subordinate greets Lord Zhou!"
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