Chapter 372 - Investigation (2) (1/2)

The judge looked at the case file, ”So, both of you were suspected of colluding together.”

”You should know that deliberately surrendering and took bribe were a very wrong thing. You guys could be punished heavily.”

The judge put down the paper and stared at both Auron and Auron's opponent. ”Well, let's do this. If you guys confess your wrongdoings, I can reduce the punishment.”

”Any of you want to confess?”

The judge looked and there was no response from both of the suspects, ”No? Don't be shy. Listen, a reduced sentence is a rare opportunity. If you miss this opportunity, I don't know how harsh your punishment will be.”

Silence still permeated the trial room. Even the spectators didn't dare to murmur or whisper to each other. Of course, everyone knew what the judge offered was a great opportunity. But, it could also be a double edge sword.

Of course, the judge would not lie about the reduced sentence. But, it would not be that easy to get it. The judge could use some other laws to give an additional sentence. Then, both would cancel each other. Not to mention what would happen between both parties.

First, it absolutely would ruin the relationship between both people. They would not trust each other or even hated each other.

Second, sometimes, the investigator could not find any hard proof to punish them harshly. So, when the defendant didn't know it and confessed, although the sentence was reduced, the punishment was still worst than if he didn't confess.

Even though there would be many disadvantages, but there were still people who would take the opportunity. After all, many people could not think straight when they were under heavy pressure.

The judge often used this trick to fish out people. Sometimes this trick worked but sometimes it didn't work. But, it was worth trying as the judge didn't lose anything.

The judge waiting for the response. While waiting, he observed both suspects' behavior. Auron's opponent looked calm. So, did Auron.

None of them showed any weird behavior. The judge said while leaned his back to his chair relaxedly, ”I am waiting.”

5 minutes of silence. The suspects didn't do anything at all and just sat facing the judge. Since he didn't get an answer, the judge fixed his seat position once again and said, ”Well, then. You miss your opportunity.”

”So, let us get straight to the point?” The judge said.

”Why do you surrender? Did he bribed you?” The judge asked straightforward to Auron's opponent.

”No reason.” Auron's opponent said calmly.

Auron shocked hearing the answer. It was weird. And, how his opponent answered the question was stupid as well.

In a formal trial like this, Auron's opponent said something like that. It was like he wanted to kill himself.

Just like what everyone had thought, the judge frowned. To get on the bad side of the judge in a trial was a suicide. Everyone didn't know what Auron's opponent had thought even his own friends.

Auron didn't answer anything since he wasn't the one who was being asked. ”There is no action without reason. You must have your reason. Why don't you make this easier for me and state your reason?” The judge's voice began to rise.