Chapter 12 — 4,200,000 Yuan in Exchange for a Divorce

The trial had to pause for ten minutes because of that unexpected event. Chu Minh was taken to a private room by the lawyer. Truong Thuy Phan also planned to follow. But just two steps were stopped by Chu Minh with an unprecedented cold look.

"Don't come here!"

That voice was filled with such hatred that it made everyone shiver. Truong Thuy Phan stood frozen on the spot. The cut surface no longer had any drops of blood. Sit in the plaintiff's chair. My heart was filled with doubt. What kind of message... Could make Chu Minh react so violently? Even in court. He even looked at the mother he always protected with eyes like an enemy. My lawyer also seemed to realize something. He said softly:

"Tran Nhien."

"Perhaps the situation is about to change."

"Let's just wait and see."

Ten minutes later. The trial continues. Chu Minh returned to the defendant's chair. But right now he is like a soulless corpse. His face was as gray as ashes. And his lawyer. His face was extremely heavy. It's even a little awkward. The judge lightly tapped his gavel.

"The trial continues."

"Does the defendant still maintain its stance on the 100,000 yuan deposit?"

The opposing attorney stood up. Extremely complex expressions. He looked at Chu Minh. Look at Truong Thuy Phan again. Finally sighed softly.

"Judge."

"About this matter..."

"We would like to withdraw the evidence and requests just presented."

The whole courtroom immediately shook. Truong Thuy Phan jumped up. Eyes wide open in surprise.

"What did you say?"

"Why take it back?"

"That money was paid by our family!"

"Miss Truong, please sit down."

The lawyer was helpless to advise.

"I don't sit!"

"They bribed you, right?"

"We won't hire you anymore for this lawsuit!"

Truong Thuy Phan started rioting. A shout rang out. The person who spoke up was Chu Minh. Bloodshot eyes stared at her mother. That look. It was no longer the eyes of a child. Which looks exactly like an enemy.

"Mom, don't you think it's embarrassing enough?"

Truong Thuy Phan's whole body stiffened. Looking at the boy as if he didn't know him. The judge knocked his gavel hard.

"If the defendant's side cannot reach a consensus."

"The court will base its decision on available evidence."

Chu Minh's lawyer took a deep breath. As if just making the final decision.

"Judge."

"My client, Mr. Chu Minh..."

"The decision immediately admitted in court that plaintiff Tran Nhien did indeed repay the 100,000 yuan after getting married."

"Simultaneously."

"Mr. Chu Minh voluntarily waived all rights related to the pre-marital deposit of the house."

He paused for a moment. Then it was difficult to continue.

"Mr. Chu Minh agrees to divorce."

Truong Thuy Phan seemed to have just heard the world's wildest story. She plopped down on the chair. Mouth constantly mumbling.

"Crazy..."

"Everyone is crazy..."

And I was completely dumbfounded. Things turned around so quickly. So fast that I didn't have time to react. Why did Chu Minh suddenly change? Don't just agree to divorce. But also make almost total concessions? That message... What is it? The remaining parts of the trial went surprisingly smoothly. Any request for asset division that I make. Chu Minh's side all accepted. Claim compensation for loss of reputation. He also agreed whole. The judge pronounced the sentence right in court. Approve our divorce. For old house. Because the certificate is in Chu Kien Quan's name. But he was not present at the trial. The court suggested that both parties sue separately or negotiate a settlement themselves. Based on Chu Minh's document relinquishing his rights. The court said he must reimburse me in cash. Half of the home loan that the couple paid together after marriage. A total of 90,000 yuan. Plus 50,000 yuan in compensation for mental damages. A total of 140,000 yuan. When stepping out of the court gate. The sky in Shanghai is strangely blue. I stood in the sun. Still feels like I'm dreaming. I won. Won very decisively. Even beyond initial expectations. But in my heart. Full of question marks again. Chu Minh and Truong Thuy Phan left another way. I saw Truong Thuy Phan trying to pull her son's hand. But he pushed him away forcefully. Mother and daughter. After just one night. It seems that they have turned into enemies. I'm about to call a car to leave. Then my lawyer suddenly called back.

"Tran Nhien."

He looked at me with a thoughtful expression.

"I think..."

"There's something you should know."