Hong Kong Movies: You Hongxingzi, what the hell is the charity king?

Chapter 812 "811" Courtroom Speech! Mr. Kwan Cho, the Shining Leader of Hong Kong Island!

1 hours later,

After finishing their meal, Guan Zu and the others returned to Central Plaza.

At the main gate, reporters from Oriental Daily had been waiting for over an hour. Upon seeing Guan Zu, they quickly came forward to greet him.

"Mr. Guan, Mr. Guan..."

"I'm a reporter from Oriental Daily News. May I interview you?"

Oriental Daily reporters and photographers rushed up to Guan Zu.

Guan Zu beckoned: "Come to my office."

10 minutes later,
Guan Zu's office,
Guan Zu sat on the sofa, and the reporter from Oriental Daily began the interview.

"Mr. Guan, you must know that a citizen is suing Five Star Property Management for failing to move a car during a fire..."

"I wonder what Mr. Guan's opinion is on this matter?"

Kwan Cho smiled slightly: "I wonder if you still remember the time the Indians molested our female students on Hong Kong Island in the subway..."

Oriental Daily reporter: "Of course I remember."

At the time, the Oriental Daily News reported that it was leading the way, and the newspaper sold out.

Guan Zu: "At the time, I made a statement saying that, legally speaking, the citizens who took action were wrong; but from a moral standpoint, I think they were absolutely right to take action."

"And everyone knows the court's verdict at the time: the citizen was innocent."

"This perfectly echoes the saying, 'The law is not devoid of human sentiment!'"

"The intent of the law and human sentiment are essentially one. It is unacceptable to follow human sentiment at the expense of the intent of the law; it is also unacceptable to uphold the intent of the law while going against human sentiment."

"And this fire is no different."

The reporters and photographers from Oriental Daily nodded in agreement.

I agree with Guan Zu's viewpoint.

The reporter continued, "Mr. Guan, are you confident about this lawsuit?"

Guan Zu smiled and said, "I have confidence in the public's sound values, confidence in the jury, and confidence in the court..."

The last Indian MTR incident was one of the events in which the entire Hong Kong community united as one.

You can win that lawsuit.

We're sure to win this time too.

That's why Guan Zu never took this lawsuit seriously.

……

the next day,
Oriental Daily News featured an interview with Guan Zu as its headline story.

……

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"What exactly happened with this Indian subway incident?"

Soros Fund Management.

Rodney Jones looked bewildered at the English version of the Oriental Daily News in his hand, which featured an interview with Guan Zu.

He was confused.

The secretary was also confused.

"Go find someone local and ask them what's going on."

"Yes!"

After the secretary left, she returned more than half an hour later and told Rodney Jones what had happened.

"what?"

"Is there such a thing?"

"Damn Indians!"

Rodney Jones is starting to lose his composure.

This car-moving incident is indeed very similar to the Indian Metro incident. Both are disputes between "the law is impartial" and "the law is not without human sentiment." If we look at the Indian Metro incident, this car-moving incident will not cause Guan Zu any trouble.

"Damn!!"

Rodney Jones had a plan, devised with his extraordinary wisdom, to give Guan Zu trouble, but Guan Zu saw the plan as a joke.

This sense of loss made him feel extremely uncomfortable.

and……

Wasn't the money I spent bribing Zhong Weishun wasted?
Furthermore, arrangements must be made for Zhong Weishun to immigrate.

Big loss!

He couldn't help but ask his secretary, "Do you think we can refuse to process Zhong Weishun's immigration application?"

Secretary: "Boss, the immigration procedures are complete, and we can't just abandon him like this... What if he betrays us? Wouldn't that expose our targeting of Guan Zu?"

Rodney Jones agreed.

So he gave up on the idea.

……

……

Ten days have passed in the blink of an eye.

1996, April 12.

The atmosphere outside the courthouse was lively and noisy.

A large number of reporters gathered at the entrance of the courthouse, carrying cameras and video recorders.

In addition, many citizens also rushed to the scene, crowding the entrance to the courthouse.

At this moment,
A black Chevrolet slowly drove into view and stopped in front of the courthouse.

"Mr. Guan has arrived!"

The atmosphere immediately became lively.

The car door opened, and Guan Zu, dressed in a sharp black suit and wearing gold-rimmed glasses, got out of the car.

"Mr. Guan~~"

"we support you!"

The citizens shouted loudly.

Guan Zu waved to everyone, then walked into the courthouse with his secretary.

Not long after, another car stopped as well.

The plaintiff, Zhong Weishun, opened the car door and got out.

"It's that bitch!"

"Damn it, it's him! He gave us compensation, yet he's still suing us against his conscience. He's a complete scoundrel!"

The moment he showed his face, he was treated like a rat in the street.

A barrage of accusations and insults came rushing in.

"Scumbag!"

"You damn bastard, you've got a whole house shovel!"

If it weren't for the police maintaining order, Chung Wai-shun would probably have been overwhelmed by the angry citizens long ago.

Reporters also turned their cameras on Zhong Weishun, capturing his embarrassed and disheveled expression.

9:30,

Inside the courtroom, the trial is about to begin. The jury and the public gallery are already full.

Most of the people in the audience were media reporters.

In addition, ATV and TVB brought their own live streaming equipment to broadcast the entire event live to the entire city of Hong Kong.

Today's lawsuit is destined to be a case that will attract the attention of the entire Hong Kong!

at this time,

Across Hong Kong, most households, except for those going to work, are watching the live broadcast on their televisions.

Especially the tea restaurants, which were completely full this morning.

Watching a live stream at home is nothing compared to the lively atmosphere and excitement of watching it with other people in a tea restaurant.

"Bang bang bang~~~"

The judge struck the gavel to announce the start of the court session.
"I now declare...the court session officially in session..."

Zhong Weishun's lawyer was the first to step forward.

"Your Honor, the facts of this case are clear: the defendant, Five Star Property, moved the vehicle without the plaintiff's consent by breaking the window, resulting in shattered glass... According to Chapter 245 of the Laws of Hong Kong, the Property Damage Ordinance..."

They began to list the 'crimes' of Guan Zu and the property management company.

“What’s even more appalling is that the defendant hired a valet with a criminal record to perform so-called ‘official duties,’ which constitutes illegal authorization.”

Guan Zu's lawyer, Lin Liangshui, immediately countered: "Your Honor, at 4:47 PM on the day of the incident, a level 5 fire broke out in the Jiali Building... The fire department issued a certificate... If the emergency exit had been opened ten minutes later, the risk of death for at least 40 trapped individuals would have increased."

"The defendant's emergency vehicle relocation fully complies with Article 101 of the Criminal Procedure Regulations regarding emergency avoidance..."

He turned and pointed to the fire chief in the gallery: "Witnesses can testify that at the time, more than 50 illegally parked vehicles completely blocked the main road of Nathan Road..."

Zhong Weishun's lawyer immediately countered: "Emergency avoidance does not justify the abuse of power! The defendants could have contacted the car owner through the police or requested assistance from the fire department to tow the vehicle. Their choice of the most brutal method of breaking the window clearly demonstrates a disregard for legal procedures..."

Lin Liangshui remained calm: "Sir, people were dying every minute of that time. Does the law expect us to watch lives perish in the fire while we wait for procedural justice?"

Zhong Weishun's lawyer: "We are discussing legal issues now, please don't try to change the subject!"

Lin Liangshui sneered: "I am not changing the subject, but stating the core essence of this case. I would like to ask the opposing lawyer, in your eyes, what is the ultimate goal of procedural justice? Isn't it to protect the lives and property of citizens? When a fire is raging and those trapped in the flames are calling for help, every second is a matter of life and death. If the so-called step-by-step procedure has to cost dozens of lives, is it still a just procedure?"

His words were sharp and resounding, and the jury and the public in the courtroom couldn't help but nod in agreement.

Zhong Weishun's lawyer's face darkened, and he raised his voice to retort loudly: "Even in an emergency, it cannot be a reason to wantonly trample on other people's property rights. If you can break a window to move a car today under the pretext of emergency avoidance, does that mean you can arbitrarily break into other people's homes tomorrow, under the guise of public interest?"

He waved his arms, his emotions slightly agitated.

Lin Liangshui calmly took a stack of documents from the file bag and held them up to the crowd: "What the opposing lawyer said seems reasonable, but it is actually detached from reality..."

“Multiple case documents submitted by us show that in similar emergency fire incidents, the courts have recognized the necessary measures taken to ensure public safety, even if these measures caused some damage to private property.”

Then, with eloquent words, she refuted Zhong Weishun's lawyer.

Zhong Weishun's lawyer then changed the subject: "Then how do you explain hiring someone with a criminal record to move the car?"

Lin Liangshui chuckled and looked at the parking attendants in the gallery.

"Prosecution lawyer, please don't view these young people with prejudice. They may have made mistakes in the past, but on the day of the incident, they used their skills to move the car as quickly as possible, buying precious time for the fire department and rescue team. Their actions were a contribution to society. Hong Kong Island is a city with humanity, not a cold and indifferent one!"

Lin Liangshui's words were resounding and powerful, and many onlookers whispered among themselves, expressing their agreement with his point of view.

Upon hearing this, the parking attendants straightened their backs and puffed out their chests.

That's incredibly awesome!
Put your hands on your hips!

I can brag about this for the rest of my life!

I'll brag to my grandson later: "Your grandpa was a defendant back then, but a defendant with honor!"
Next,
Another debate that lasted 30 minutes...

Both sides demonstrated a very high level of expertise, considering everything from law and reason to public interest...

Each side has its own reasons and evidence.

It may become a classic case in future Hong Kong Island court judgments and legislation.

In front of the television,

The entire Hong Kong public watched with great interest.

after an hour,

Both lawyers were hoarse.

The judge looked at Guan Zu: "Mr. Guan Zu, defense attorney... what do you have to say about this case?"

In the dock,

Guan Zu was tall and straight, dressed in a suit.

He is always the most dazzling one in the crowd.

Guan Zu calmly surveyed the people in the courtroom, including the judge, jury, reporters, citizens, and those involved in the case.

"Your Honorable Judge, members of the jury, and every member of the audience present, and every citizen watching on television..."

He held his head high, his posture upright, and his voice was loud and clear, carrying a power that could penetrate people's hearts.

“Today, standing here, I am not as a defendant, but as a member of Hong Kong Island, with a burning concern for this city and for its future development, to delve into this car-moving incident that has attracted widespread attention in Hong Kong.”

"On this land of Hong Kong Island, we have long upheld the spirit of the rule of law, which is the key to Hong Kong Island's brilliance on the world stage and its global recognition and acclaim."

"Law is the cornerstone of our social order."

"Its birth and its ultimate goal have always been to safeguard the safety and well-being of all citizens, to maintain the harmony and stability of the entire society, and to ensure that every corner of Hong Kong Island is filled with peace and happiness."

He paused slightly, his gaze falling on Zhong Weishun.

“When the terrible fire broke out in the Garley Building, every second was a matter of life and death. Fire lanes are lifelines. If fire trucks cannot enter in time due to haphazardly parked vehicles, it will be an unbearable burden for Hong Kong Island. My orders and the actions of the Five Star Property staff may seem to have broken with routine procedures, but their original intention was to protect the lives of more people. This is a courageous commitment to social responsibility.”

"As a citizen of Hong Kong Island, the greatest responsibility is to give back to the community and promote the progress of the city. In this incident, Five Star Property stepped forward in a critical moment to protect the city in its own way."

"Therefore, I don't think they are wrong! Nor do I think I am wrong!"

The jury and reporters present nodded in agreement.

Viewers across Hong Kong watching on television nodded in agreement.

The citizens have discerning eyes.

Citizens respect those who truly care about the public good, and the property management's actions this time have undoubtedly won everyone's support and recognition.

If this is wrong, then it's utterly shameless.

at this time,

Landmark, Soros Fund Management.

Rodney Jones and the rest of the team were watching ATV's international channel.

The international channel is also broadcasting live, and it's even being translated live.

Rodney Jones and his team looked at the person on the television screen.

Their minds were irresistibly captivated by Guan Yu.

Guan Zu's gaze swept across the crowd, then he looked at the camera, his voice strong and clear, covering the entire venue and spreading throughout Hong Kong via television.

“As a member of the Legislative Council and its chairperson, I have participated in the drafting and witnessed the birth of many legal provisions on Hong Kong Island. Every law is for the better functioning of society.”

"I know very well that the law is by no means cold and rigid."

“In this incident, if we only focus on whether the property management company broke the window to move the car, while ignoring the extremely urgent situation and their noble cause of saving lives, then the law loses its warmth and deviates from its original intention of upholding social fairness and justice.”

Guan Zu's expression was solemn, and his words were gentle yet forceful.

"We must seek a balance between law and reason, within the legal framework and by fully considering the actual situation."

"Today's case is very meaningful... I hope we can view this incident from a fair perspective and make a ruling that can both uphold the dignity of the law and demonstrate the brilliance of humanity."

"I hope that the laws of Hong Kong Island are compassionate, so that every citizen of Hong Kong Island can live in peace and work hard in an environment where the rule of law and warmth coexist, and jointly promote Hong Kong Island towards a better tomorrow."

this moment,
Guan Zu is shining!
Dazzling!
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