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

Chapter 616: Chapter 606: The Final Verdict, Gratifying to All

The courtroom was silent, and even the comment section was momentarily 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 imprisonment... the judgment is concluded!"

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

Only then did the comment section become 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 me, a death penalty would be better—one clean cut, over and done with.]

[I’m quite satisfied with this verdict. For someone 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 come out lying flat.]

[What satisfies me 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 mess his nephew left him, and find ways to properly settle the families and girls affected by his nephew.

Now the Bai Family’s name 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 meet a dire end, Shengyu. Take care of yourself!"

The sentencing had ended, and many already left the live stream content with the result, but some 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 announcement on the official account of the police bureau handling the case.

The announcement 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 crimes.

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-streamed, it drew widespread attention online, and once this announcement was released, likes surged past ten thousand instantly.

[Does anyone find the fourth one familiar?]

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

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

[There’s a Cheng listed on the announcement 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 Entertainment’s official site. Now Cheng Qian’s name 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 mean 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 someone 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 time 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 department, suddenly flooded with private messages 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 mentioned her while talking to the person on the call, she couldn’t help but murmur, "Is Miss Jiang asking about me?"

Pei Xinyuan thought for a moment 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 time, I, I’d like to treat you and Mr. Shen to a meal, if you have time?"

Jiang Lingxi’s calm and soothing voice came through quickly, inducing a natural desire to comply: "No rush for a meal. 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 moment 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 momentarily stunned.

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

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

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

She’s quite disabled now, and even if she stands again someday, 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 hometown, anyway, there’s nothing that attaches me 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 something. By then, when you’re tired from filming, you can come 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, customers will flock in droves!"

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

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