After Being Blackened All Over the Internet, I Ruled the Military Variety Chapter 616 - 606: The Final Verdict, Gratifying to All

The courtroom was silent, and even the comnt section was montarily empty.

Everyone was listening intently to the solemn and powerful voice coming from the judge’s bench: "...Now, for Bai Shengyu, the following verdict is pronounced. According to... sentenced to a fixed-term imprisonnt... the judgnt is concluded!"

The sound of the gavel fell, and the dust settled.

Only then did the comnt section beco active again.

[Such a relief!]

[I thought it would be the death penalty directly. Less than thirty years isn’t much. He’s getting off easy.]

[Bai Shengyu is just over thirty now. He’ll be almost sixty when he gets out, an old man. If you ask , a death penalty would be better—one clean cut, over and done with.]

[I’m quite satisfied with this verdict. For soone like him who lived a privileged first half of his life, sewing for thirty years in prison would probably be more painful than death. If he wants to get out, he first has to survive inside; otherwise, he might only co out lying flat.]

[What satisfies more is the property compensation. Although it won’t make up for the harm the victims suffered, at least it can make their future days a bit easier.]

[Alas, it’s just a small consolation, but at least the main culprit is punished, and no other young girl will fall into his clutches again!]

Bai Shengyu was escorted away like a walking corpse, and only paused when he reached his uncle.

The eldest in the Bai Family rose, ready to leave. He still needed to clean up the ss his nephew left him, and find ways to properly settle the families and girls affected by his nephew.

Now the Bai Family’s na was tarnished single-handedly by his nephew, and he could only do his best to restore its reputation.

Facing his nephew’s hateful glare, he didn’t even blink, "The one who does evil will et a dire end, Shengyu. Take care of yourself!"

The sentencing had ended, and many already left the live stream content with the result, but so lingered.

[This Bai Shengyu’s uncle really practiced tough love.]

[Though he exposed Bai Shengyu and provided evidence to the police, Bai Shengyu wouldn’t have been so arrogant if not for the Bai Family’s backing. He’s not innocent either!]

[Who knows if it was sacrificing a pawn to save the king? Didn’t they say an even more powerful person was pressuring him? It looks like he couldn’t withstand it, so he pushed his nephew out.]

Those silenced by the original Bai elder could only roam the live broadcast room: there are indeed many clever people in this world.

But though the trial was over, the matter wasn’t yet concluded.

Soon, netizens saw a fresh announcent on the official account of the police bureau handling the case.

The announcent not only detailed Bai Shengyu’s charges and sentencing, but also listed collaborators like Lin, Yu, Cheng, etc., as accomplices, with sentences ranging from three to ten years depending on their listed cris.

At the bottom were headshots with plates hanging on the chest.

Big headshots, with hair completely shaved.

Originally, when Bai Shengyu’s trial was live-stread, it drew widespread attention online, and once this announcent was released, likes surged past ten thousand instantly.

[Does anyone find the fourth one familiar?]

[I thought it was just seeing things. It seems familiar to too!]

[I have a photo here, actor Cheng Qian, not very famous, but sowhat reputable as a capable actor. Mostly in costu dramas, cover the top of the head, and it looks just like the headshot.]

[There’s a Cheng listed on the announcent too. I have a bold guess.]

[Alright, I admit I do too.]

[Does anyone know if Cheng Qian has a twin brother or twin sister?]

[No need to guess blindly here, head over to Extraordinary Entertainnt’s official site. Now Cheng Qian’s na is missing from their actor list, it’s likely they’ve terminated his contract. Hmm, Cheng Qian’s account is also suspended!]

[So, does this an that Cheng is Cheng Qian? There are a few TV series I like with him in them. Won’t they be directly removed?]

[Either removed, or re-edited and then released. Since he’s a criminal going to jail, they definitely won’t let soone like that continue appearing in the public eye.]

[Wait, wasn’t Cheng Qian also in the upcoming "Empress of Yuan Zhao"? Will "Empress of Yuan Zhao" still premiere on schedule for the Spring Festival?]

[No, I was just planning to pass ti during the New Year with this drama!]

Many people quickly flocked to the official account of "Empress of Yuan Zhao" to inquire.

The drama’s publicity departnt, suddenly flooded with private ssages and inquiries: "..."

Turns out, you really can’t underestimate netizens today. They found out so quickly!

"Is the notification for recasting ready? If it is, hurry and send it out."

*

Jiang Lingxi had just closed the live stream when she received a call from Pei Xinyuan.

"Sister Xi, Jiaojiao and I have left the courtroom."

"Mm, I watched the live stream. How is Jiaojiao holding up physically?"

Pei Xinyuan glanced at her friend seated in the wheelchair across from her, "She’s indeed a bit tired, but in good spirits."

Han Jiaojiao, upon learning that Pei Xinyuan was calling Jiang Lingxi, held her breath and kept quiet. But when her friend ntioned her while talking to the person on the call, she couldn’t help but murmur, "Is Miss Jiang asking about ?"

Pei Xinyuan thought for a mont and simply put the call on speaker, placing the phone between them, "Sister Xi was just concerned about your health."

Han Jiaojiao quickly cleared her throat, "Thank, thank you, Miss Jiang, for your concern. I’m quite well now, in good spirits too. It’s all thanks to you this ti, I, I’d like to treat you and Mr. Shen to a al, if you have ti?"

Jiang Lingxi’s calm and soothing voice ca through quickly, inducing a natural desire to comply: "No rush for a al. You should take good care of your health first, and once you’re better, we’ll dine together."

"Alright, I’ll heed your advice."

Pei Xinyuan squeezed her friend’s hand, "Seems like Sister Xi will be heading to the International Fashion Festival tomorrow."

"Tomorrow morning’s flight."

"Then I wish you a safe trip in advance and a stunning performance."

Han Jiaojiao quickly added, "We’ll keep an eye on you online, Xinyuan and I."

"Good, thanks for your blessings, and go back to have a good rest."

Once the call ended, the two sat in silence for a mont holding each other’s hands on their way back to the hospital.

"Jiaojiao, do you have any plans once you recover from your injury?"

The question from her friend left Han Jiaojiao montarily stunned.

When her great revenge was achieved, she indeed felt ecstatic.

What seed like an immovable mountain toppled, and she no longer felt fear.

But after the excitent, a sense of emptiness began to spread.

She’s quite disabled now, and even if she stands again soday, she’ll never be like a normal person who can run and jump as they please.

An acting career, she might as well not think about.

Then, what else could she do?

Now with Xinyuan by her side to console her, but no matter how close a friend, there will eventually be a day they part.

What should she do then?

It was precisely because Pei Xinyuan sensed this that she suddenly posed the question.

"I don’t plan to return to my hotown, anyway, there’s nothing that attaches to it." Han Jiaojiao’s gaze drifted far off as she spoke dreamily, "I think, after getting discharged, I’ll find a storefront in the film city or nearby, start a small business or sothing. By then, when you’re tired from filming, you can co to my shop, sit down and have a coffee and chat. What do you think?"

"Good." Pei Xinyuan blinked back the tears that welled up, "Once I’m famous, I’ll promote your shop for free, and by then, custors will flock in droves!"

Even if one has no choice but to compromise with fate, strive to live happily, dear friend!