When Nightmares Come True - BJYX

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The time seemed to flow so gently, like the river tide that flowed in stillness, not minding the edges that cut it sharp.

The honey brown eyes and the silver lotus orbs lingered in the depth – the profound attachment. A beat or two or maybe it was the whole rhythm, but many tunes were played by those hearts at once.

A smile was blessed to him. A beautiful epitome of tenderness and not just him, it did surprise them all.

Being contagious as it was, Wang Yibo's lips also curled up in an arc but before the words could be let out, he was directed to his seat abruptly.

Xiao Zhan also changed his line of sight and didn't look back at him afterwards. He felt a nudge on his arm and he turned towards the peace wrecker to inquire. Oh, but it was actually the peace maker.

"A-Xian, are you alright?"

His sister was sitting on his right side while his uncle Jiyang on his left side. Next to Xuan lu was his brother, Zhuocheng. But since his visit to the hospital, the two had rather been on thin ice.

"Mn." Xiao Zhan replied.

He's alright. He told himself. It's alright. He reminded himself. He's not alone. He assured himself.

In the distance, on a higher dais was sitting a middle age woman with her black coat. The name plate revealed that she was advocate Yang Xia – the superior court judge. Shortly afterwards, she endorsed them with her voice.

"The victims and defendants are present with counsel assistance. The state attorney is present. Is there anyone else that needs to be present or should we proceed?" She had a high authoritative aura but at the same time she was very calm and collective. The years of experience could be seen in her composed manner. It was going to be a very big case, they didn't even have to rely on writ of certiorari to get there.

When there was no objection from the jury, she begun.

"Alright ladies and gentlemen, my name is Yang Xia and I will be judging this 3-day trial. Before we begin, my assistant – Lin Chenxi – will be elaborating the general outline of the case first." She gestured towards the lectern where a young lady was already standing with the tons of files. "Miss Lin, please proceed."

And with the que, Lin Chenxi begin to brief about the case.

"In the Superior court, case number 0810BJYX-05SDZS. The case involves multiple criminals and multiple families so we have divided it into three sections. I will be giving opening statement to give you general idea as you each hear witness testify and you see each exhibit and every piece of evidence will fill in the details.

The CEO of Jin Corps, Shen Xiao Hai had been involved in illegal activities alongside Zi Teng Huang – the brother of former CEO of Lan Corps and it has resulted in deaths of many people, including the wife of former CEO of Wei Corps – Cici Liu.

In addition, they have involved with Xiu Qing who had been doing unethical experimentation of orphans which lies very close to the unit 731 of Japanese field testing back in world war II. We have survivors and victim as well as the defendants are present here as jury, if there are any issues with the opening statement, you are advised to raise your hands without causing any noise."

Naturally came a thundering roar of Shen Xiao Hai, "I was not involved with that madman Xiu Qing! You're all trying to put me under radar. What do you want huh? Money? I will give you more than you can count, so stop this nonsen –"

"Mr. Shen Xiao Hai!"

It echoed in the courtroom. it was the voice of judge that made him shut his mouth and not just him, of the people who thought of it as an opportunity to raise their voices. They all looked at the fine lady at the highest dais, still prime and steady but her voice was clear enough as a warning. She further added,