The court summoned Chida Mayu to testify in court. During the trial, Kitahara and others pointed out that Kyoto University was investigating Mikiko's academic misconduct and did not inform the parties that the investigation might lead to the revocation of her degree. Kyoto University said

The court hearing suddenly encountered another major obstacle.

In this case, Takezawa and Asakura Yan decided to let Chida appear in court to testify. The investigation of Mikiko that day was carried out in a classroom in the biological research building. There were a few students present who were studying by themselves. They also listened to the whole process.

When Mikiko was being questioned, Chida, Mikiko's junior sister, was also one of the people present at the time.

Kitahara frowned slightly when he heard that Chida was going to be summoned to appear in court. When she met with Mikiko before, Mikiko had briefly talked about the grudge between her and Chida. This person immediately became a "big celebrity" as soon as he entered the biology department.

"Chida, the school girl, doesn't know why she always dislikes Mikiko. As a result, things are a bit difficult to handle.

"Objection!" Miyagawa stood up and looked at the trial seat, "Chief Judge! According to the provisions of the Civil Procedure Law, a witness's appearance in court to testify requires the application of the party concerned. We have not received an application for a witness to appear in court from the defendant's lawyer beforehand. We

We are unable to comment on whether Chida will appear in court. Regarding Chida’s appearance in court, we believe that it violates the procedures of the Civil Procedure Law."

"Oh——? Really." Asakura Yan sneered, "The plaintiff's attorney seems to have forgotten. In the Civil Procedure Law, witnesses can appear in court either at the request of the parties or by the court ex officio. We have agreed with this case before.

The collegial panel communicated with the collegial panel. The collegial panel believed that from the perspective of ascertaining the facts, it is indeed necessary for witnesses to appear in court to testify. Therefore, Chida’s appearance in court was not a request from us, but the court’s initiative to exercise its authority and summon witnesses to appear in court.”

Communicating with... and the judge directly bypassed us... Miyagawa's eyes widened as he listened to Asakura Hiko's words. The emotions in his heart were too complex to be expressed in words. Generally speaking, when witnesses appear in court,

, the court will not take the initiative to exercise its power to summon witnesses. Even if it does, the court will generally ask the opinions of the attorneys of both parties, and will not directly bypass one party.

Too much.

It's really too much.

Miyagawa looked up at the defendant's dock opposite, and then at the trial bench. Yes, the judge graduated from Kyoto University. The attorney was also a professor at Kyoto University. In such a gray area of ​​civil procedure law, they had to gather together

At the same time, it is simply too easy to bypass one's own side.

A great scholar like Asakura Hiko blatantly lied in court.

However, now I am still... still playing with this trick.

"This issue does not need to be debated." Judge Kawada stopped Miyagawa, "Judging from the fact-finding of this case, Chida's appearance as a witness will help clarify what happened at that time."

"But!" Before Miyagawa could say anything, he heard a "click".

The court door slowly opened, and the light from outside suddenly shone in.

The sun was not bright at all, but this sudden irradiation had to make everyone in the court squint.

In the light, a figure appeared.

The figure slowly walked into the courtroom.

But a girl with black hair walked in. She looked very quiet, like a good girl who had studied hard since she was a child. She was wearing a white lab coat, like a doctor's white coat.

The girl's face was painted with light makeup. The light foundation was just right, which not only reflected the respect of the court, but also enhanced her quiet temperament.

The person who walked in was none other than Qianda.

"Name?" Judge Kawada's voice came from the courtroom.

"Chida Mayu."

"Date of birth?"

"The 9th year of Chengping."

"Tell me briefly about your situation."

"I am a doctoral candidate in biology at Kyoto University. I am currently in my second year of Ph.D., majoring in biochemistry. My supervisor is Professor Muraki from the Faculty of Science."

"Today the court summoned you to testify about the facts related to this case." Judge Kawada continued, "According to relevant provisions of the law, witnesses have the obligation to make truthful statements and are not allowed to make false statements. At the same time, witnesses also have the right to be immune from suffering

The right to retaliate and obtain protection from judicial authorities. Are you clear about the rights and obligations of witnesses?"

"clear."

"According to the provisions of the Civil Procedure Law, witnesses need to sign a guarantee before testifying. Please sign and read it out."

The clerk on the side immediately pulled out a piece of paper and stepped forward. At this time, Qianda was already standing in the middle of the courtroom. The staff prepared a high platform for her to stand behind. The guarantee letter was placed on the table. Qianda

Almost without hesitation, she immediately picked up the black pen and signed with a click. After signing, she also took out a personal signature from the pocket of her lab coat.

Covered it solemnly.

"As a witness in this case..." Qianda said, "I promise to provide truthful testimony to the court. If I intentionally commit perjury, I am willing to bear legal responsibility. I hereby promise!"

Qianda stood on the court and read out in a serious manner.

However, when the judge in the trial seat was looking down at the materials, Qianda lowered her head, as if intentionally turning to the side of the plaintiff's seat. The next second, the corners of her mouth were slightly raised. She looked Wenjing.

, the well-behaved face suddenly revealed a sneer that was a bit proud, sinister, and chilling at this moment.

The raised corners of his mouth seemed to be a naked provocation to the plaintiffs’ lawyers——

Yes, I signed the witness bond——

Yes, I assure the court that what I said is true——

However, there was no surveillance in that classroom, and there was nothing—

Who can know whether what I said is true or false——

Even if what I say is false, so what -

In an instant, this seemingly gentle and quiet doctoral student seemed to transform into a cruel witch, about to bury her senior sister in the court and sink her into the sea.

The angle Chida chose was excellent. Only the plaintiff's lawyer could see this smile. No one else in the court could see it.

Miyagawa noticed this expression and couldn't help but pause, his eyes filled with disbelief.

This Chida seems to have been trained very well by the opposing lawyer.

First up is Asakura Hiko.

And then there was this Chida.

Why, they all obviously represent Kyoto University.

Why, they can ignore the most basic moral constraints and lie blatantly.

Shouldn’t these scholars who come from research institutions respect the facts more?!

Kitahara was holding his chin lightly at this time, as if he was thinking. He did not pay attention to Chida on the court, as if the critical moment of this witness appearing in court could not attract his attention. The eyes of this young male lawyer

, as if staring at an empty chessboard, deducing the next move in his mind.

"I am beginning to state the facts I know to the court." Chida's voice sounded.

The girl who had shown a cold smile just now immediately softened her expression, and everything was the same as before.

In the courtroom, a wolf in sheep's clothing began to give detailed testimony.
Chapter completed!