The Devil Judge [Bl Version] - Chapter 4: The First Case

The next morning, Ga-On seized a chance to slip into Yo Han\’s office, his heart pounding with a mix of nervousness and determination. He scanned the room, searching for a suitable spot to discreetly plant the noise device. Just as he was about to make his move, the door swung open, and Yo Han stepped inside.

Caught off guard, Ga-On\’s heart raced as he quickly formulated a plan. Thinking on his feet, he managed to mask his surprise and approached Yo Han\’s extensive collection of books.

\”Oh, good morning,\” Ga-On greeted with a forced casualness. \”I hope you don\’t mind, but I was looking for a particular book from your collection.\”

Yo Han\’s gaze held a hint of curiosity as he observed Ga-On. \”A book? In my collection?\”

Ga-On\’s fingers brushed along the spines of the books, his voice steady despite his nerves. \”Yes, you see, I\’ve been meaning to read this particular one for a while now.\”

Yo Han\’s lips curled into a faint smile, his eyes glinting with a playful edge. \”And which book might that be?\”

Ga-On\’s mind raced as he recalled the title of a random book he had spotted earlier. \”Ah, \’The Art of Persuasion.\’ I\’ve heard it\’s quite insightful.\”

Yo Han\’s eyebrow arched, his gaze lingering on Ga-On. \”Is that so?\”

Ga-On nodded, feigning nonchalance. \”Yes, and I thought your collection might have it.\”

Without warning, Yo Han closed the distance between them, his hand on Ga-On\’s shoulder gently but firmly guiding him back against the bookshelf. Ga-On\’s heart raced as he tried to maintain his composure.

\”Do you live alone?\” Yo Han\’s voice was low, his expression inscrutable.

Confused by the unexpected question, Ga-On hesitated before answering, \”Yes, I do.\”

Yo Han\’s touch was oddly reassuring as he smoothed out the rumpled fabric of Ga-On\’s shirt. \”Living alone can be tough, you know.  if you prefer, there are plenty of books at my home if you ever want to visit.\”

Ga-On\’s cheeks warmed at the flirtatious remark, a mixture of surprise and intrigue swirling within him. \”Thank you, I\’ll keep that in mind.\”

As Ga-On exited Yo Han\’s office, his heart still raced from the encounter. The playful banter, the undercurrent of flirtation, and the magnetic pull that seemed to draw him closer to Kang Yo Han left him in a state of both anticipation and uncertainty.

During the day, Ga-on started listening to Kang Yo Han\’s phone talks. He overheard Yo Han telling Minister Cha that the trial would be \”by the law.\” He also talked about seeing a doctor and speaking to a lawyer.

At night, Ga-on followed Yo Han and saw him meeting with Attorney Ko, the lawyer for Chairman Ju. They talked in hushed tones, sharing mysterious plans. Ga-on felt like he was in a movie, watching a hidden world unfold before him.

The meeting was like something from a mystery story, revealing that Yo Han and Attorney Ko had powerful connections. Ga-on was both fascinated and determined to find out more about what was really happening.

Ga-On\’s frustration was palpable as he watched the scene unfold before him. \”But I can\’t seem to get a solid grasp on his intentions,\” he muttered to himself, his voice carrying a mix of exasperation and determination. \”He\’s playing his cards too close to the chest.\”

His eyes remained fixed on the secretive meeting. The air was charged with curiosity and uncertainty, a silent wonderment filling Ga-On\’s thoughts. He couldn\’t help but feel like an outsider trying to decode a complex puzzle.

His determination shone through as he considered his options, continuing to speak his thoughts aloud. \”Maybe our best bet is to keep a close watch on him during the trial,\” he mused, his voice a mixture of contemplation and resolve. \”We might catch something that\’ll shed light on his true motives.\”

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Yo-Han, Jin Joo and Ga-On, walked together towards the courtroom. Meanwhile, across the nation, countless eyes were fixed on the live court proceedings. 

As Yo Han and Ga-On walked side by side towards the live court, a playful glint appeared in Yo Han\’s eyes. He turned towards Ga-On with a teasing smile. \”You know, Ga-On, that robe suits you. Red really brings out your… serious side.\”

Ga-On raised an eyebrow, a hint of amusement in his expression. \”Oh, is that so? And here I thought red was just a color.\”

Yo Han\’s chuckle was low and warm. \”Well, you wear it well. But remember, no matter the color, the verdict\’s the real showstopper.\”

Oh Jin-Joo couldn\’t help but watch Yo Han and Ga-On with a bemused expression, her confusion evident in her furrowed brows. Their playful exchange seemed to have caught her off guard, as if she had stumbled upon a private inside joke that she wasn\’t a part of.

With a curious tilt of her head, she chimed in, \”Am I missing something here?\”

Ga-On nodded in agreement, a faint blush tingeing his cheeks. \”Just discussing the finer points of robe fashion, you know?\”

Jin-Joo\’s confusion lingered, but she chuckled nevertheless. \”Robe fashion, huh? Well, you two certainly have a unique way of preparing for court.\”

The host\’s voice filled the airwaves, explaining the mechanics of the voting process. \”Ladies and gentlemen, the power is in your hands. Through real-time voting, you\’ll shape the verdict alongside the judges.\”

In the courtroom, Kang Yo Han addressed the gathered crowd and the nation watching on screens. His voice held a charismatic fervor as he spoke, \”This court belongs to the people. We will listen to your voices, and all cases will unfold in the light of transparency. The people\’s opinions will meld with the law to render judgments that are truly reflective of society\’s pulse.\”

The trial opens with the prosecution laying out the case against JU Chemicals for dumping toxic waste into local rivers, leaving 11 dead and many more with disabilities. After the prosecutor\’s emotional appeal to the jury in which he calls JU Chemicals a murderer, 70% of viewers already vote guilty.

In the midst of the charged atmosphere, Chairman Ju abruptly rose from his seat, his voice ringing with indignation. \”How dare you accuse me without proof? Do you realize the lives that depend on my businesses? Seventeen thousand four hundred employees, their families, and the countless subcontractors.\”

The prosecutor\’s reprimand was met with Chairman Ju\’s fiery resolve. \”Respect the court,\” the prosecutor retorted.

Chairman Ju\’s voice rose in defiance. \”I have a right to speak!\”

In a booming voice that silenced the room, Yo Han thundered, \”Defendant!\” The weight of his voice lingered, a sentence left unfinished yet laden with a command that resonated through the courtroom.

Turning his attention to the attorney, Yo Han\’s tone was firm. \”Return to your seat.\” The attorney obeyed, his steps heavy with resignation.

With deliberate steps, Yo Han approached Chairman Ju, a calm confidence in his demeanor. \”Please, take a seat,\” he instructed. As Chairman Ju complied, Yo Han gestured for him to take a deep breath, a symbolic pause amidst the storm.

A faint smile played at Yo Han\’s lips as he spoke. \”We\’ll take a recess before we continue.\”

To be continued…