The judge, exuding righteousness and with a stern expression, swept his sharp eyes across the audience before loudly proclaiming, "This court finds that the appellee, Wen Shiren, against the will of a woman, forcibly had sexual intercourse with her using violent means, constituting the crime of rape. Based on the facts of the appellee Wen Shiren's crime, its nature, circumstances, and degree of harm to society, in accordance with the provisions of the Criminal Law of the People's Republic of China and the Criminal Procedure Law of the People's Republic of China, the judgment is as follows: 1. The original court's judgment is revoked; 2. The appellee is found guilty of rape and sentenced to five years' imprisonment. This judgment is final."

Wow!

The entire courtroom erupted in commotion.

Some people are happy and some are worried!

When Wen Shih-jen heard the verdict, it was as if he had heard some unbelievable news. At first, he couldn't believe it, and then he stood up and shouted. The court guards quickly came out to stop him. Wen Ya in the audience was also shocked and couldn't believe what she was seeing.

Xiaoyu rushed towards Gu Zhiyao like an arrow, throwing herself into Gu Zhiyao's arms and excitedly shouting, "Sister, we won, right? We finally won! You were right, bad guys will always be punished! I'm so happy! He's finally in hell! That damn villain finally got what he deserved and is going to hell!"

Xiaoyu burst into tears at the end.

Gu Zhiyao hugged her tightly, tears welling up in her eyes. Then, her bright, tear-filled eyes glanced at Wen Ya, Zheng Yuanxi, and He Yi, and looked at them one by one!

At this moment, Lin Houze also came over, his handsome face unable to hide his joy and admiration, "Zhiyao, congratulations, you truly deserve to be the perfect and super-powered goddess in everyone's hearts!"

Gu Zhiyao nodded to him with tears in her eyes, her gratitude unspoken.

After everyone left the courthouse, reporters who had been waiting at the entrance swarmed around them.

"Ms. Gu, we heard that Mr. Wen was found guilty and has finally faced legal punishment. What are your thoughts on this outcome? Are you satisfied with the verdict, or would you prefer a longer sentence?"

Gu Zhiyao looked back and forth among the reporters, then exchanged a glance with Lin Houze before answering them, "Those who do bad things will eventually be punished by law. The law still upholds justice in this world!"

"Gu Zhiyao, you bitch, how dare you condemn my brother like this? I'll beat you to death, you slut!" With an angry roar, Wen Ya rushed over to settle scores with Gu Zhiyao.

Lin Houze immediately stepped in front of Gu Zhiyao.

However, Gu Zhiyao gently pushed Lin Houze away, quickly grabbed Wen Ya's arm and twisted it hard. As Wen Ya let out a cry of pain, Gu Zhiyao gritted her teeth and said, "Wen Ya, it is not me who convicted Wen Shiren, but the many judges, the law, and justice! People are watching what you do. Wen Ya, today it's your brother, but maybe tomorrow it will be your turn!"

"Gu Zhiyao, you..."

"Slut? What else can you do besides that? Relying on your so-called noble status, you call ordinary people sluts. Who is the slut here? Wenya, don't force me to take action. I don't want to dirty my hands!" Gu Zhiyao continued to sneer without any politeness.

Most of the reporters around were from ordinary backgrounds, and they naturally disliked Wenya, such an arrogant young lady. They couldn't help but secretly cheer. Although they didn't verbally condemn Wenya, their eyes were filled with disgust, contempt, and mockery when they looked at her.

Wen Ya was filled with anger and hatred, wishing she could kill Gu Zhiyao a hundred times, a thousand times. But she was no match for Gu Zhiyao, and with these lowly people watching, she knew she wouldn't get anything out of it. So she fiercely left Gu Zhiyao with the words, "You slut, you just wait, I won't let you get away with this," and then slunk away.

Gu Zhiyao glanced at Zheng Yuanxi again, and Zheng Yuanxi suddenly shivered and instinctively hugged He Yi tightly.

He Yi remained calm and inscrutable. He put his arm around the trembling Zheng Yuanxi and gave Gu Zhiyao a meaningful glance before leading Zheng Yuanxi into the car.

"Zhiyao, let's go. Let's have lunch to celebrate. Xiaoyu, why don't you come too? Your brother will treat you to a big meal," Lin Houze said.

Xiaoyu was taken aback. "You're having dinner with me, but you're having a big meal, brother?"

Gu Zhiyao then put her arm around Xiaoyu's shoulder and smiled, "Winning this case means that Brother Lin's law firm will become famous. Many companies will come to us because of our reputation, and the law firm will make a lot of money. We are the biggest contributors, so Brother Lin should treat us to a meal. Xiaoyu, eat whatever you want. Order anything you haven't tried before but really want to try. Don't try to save money for your Brother Lin, okay?"

Looking at Gu Zhiyao's smiling face and then at Lin Houze's gentle and friendly demeanor, Xiaoyu nodded in agreement.

Xiaoyu's family members agreed with her when they learned about this, and once again thanked Gu Zhiyao with tears in their eyes.

Looking at the simple and honest old couple, Gu Zhiyao thought of the suffering they had endured and how they were finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. Moved, she comforted them, "Xiaoyu will get through this, and I believe her life will be wonderful from now on. You can rest assured. Now, just focus on helping her start her new life."

"Okay, Xiaoyu, go have dinner with your older brother and sister. Remember to listen to them and don't cause them any trouble," the old woman continued, tears welling in her eyes.

"Okay, Dad, Mom, you should go back and get some rest. Make up for all the sleep you've missed these past few days. I'll buy you your favorite sweet cakes after dinner."

"Okay, Mom will go to the market to buy some groceries. Let's have a proper celebration tonight. Oh, by the way, Attorney Gu, Attorney Lin, if you don't mind, would you like to join us for a casual dinner tonight?"

Gu Zhiyao and Lin Houze exchanged a glance, then politely declined Xiaoyu's mother's offer, saying, "Thank you, Auntie. We have other plans tonight. Maybe next time. I'll visit Xiaoyu when I have time, and I'll definitely try your cooking."

"Okay, okay, remember to let me know before you come next time, I'll go to the market to buy some nice things and wait for you."

After saying goodbye to Xiaoyu's parents, Lin Houze, along with Gu Zhiyao, two assistants, and Xiaoyu, happily went to a nearby French restaurant.

He Yi and Zheng Yuanxi also happened to be dining at this restaurant.

But Gu Zhiyao and the others were unaware that everyone was still immersed in the excitement of winning the case, discussing and praising Gu Zhiyao enthusiastically. In particular, Lin Houze took the opportunity to bring up some of Zhiyao's scandalous events in college, making Gu Zhiyao sound like she was the best in the world.

Xiaoyu listened intently to each story, then suddenly asked, "Sister, are you and Brother Lin boyfriend and girlfriend?"

Gu Zhiyao was taken aback and was about to answer no when Lin Houze quickly asked Xiaoyu, "Xiaoyu, what do you think? Don't you think your brother and sister are like a boyfriend and girlfriend?"

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