After eating something casually, Lu Ming and Yu Hase spent most of the time chatting. Lu Ming talked a lot and Yu Hase kept nodding in agreement. The more they talked, the happier Yu Hase's face became.
Lu Ming mentioned that he was going to set up a security company and was preparing to cooperate with Yuhase’s Guard Brigade. The first client was Biyun City, which needed fishery protection.
In Antigua, the military tradition does not prohibit business, which has always been criticized.
As for this Guards Brigade that is not loved by grandma and uncle, it will be used exclusively by festive companies, and there are no taboos.
"The Guards Brigade originally focused on the sea area, right?" Lu Ming asked with a smile.
The state of Antigua is an island state, and the Archduke's Guards were originally a powerful navy.
Yuha Se smiled bitterly, "Sir, but right now we only have two speedboats, which are in disrepair and we can't afford diesel."
Listening to Papada's translation, Lu Ming turned around and asked: "What is the specific meaning of this Mitai word that you translated into adults, and the subtle details?" This is actually very subtle.
Papada thought for a moment and said, "Barana is a respectful title for superiors and employers. It is more respectful than the Middle-earth language 'sir'."
Lu Ming nodded, looked at Yuhase, and said with a smile: "The security company is registered in Biyun City and will purchase gunboats and other ships. For details, you can also write a plan. I will verify the plan of my professional team and learn from each other."
"Okay, okay!" Yuhase nodded repeatedly.
They also talked about whether the Guards Brigade had firearms training on a daily basis and other topics. Yuhase listened carefully to every word Lu Ming said and savored it carefully.
The conversation continued until about ten o'clock in the evening, when both the guests and the hosts finally left happily.
…
The Walman community consists of eight twelve-story apartment buildings.
The environment in the community is very good, with colorful flower beds and swaying green trees.
The community is closed to the outside world and has very good public security. There are coffee shops, restaurants, hair salons, gyms, etc. in the community.
In the car, Lu Ming closed his eyes and rested until Papada whispered, "Uncle, Mr. Phaya is coming down!"
Early this morning, Phraya Sr. called and said he fully agreed to the marriage and would move to the Walman Apartments today.
After one morning, the transfer was completed and we also hired porters to help the Phaya family move in.
Looking at Papada, Lu Ming smiled and said, "It really doesn't affect your studies, does it?" In the morning, Erika went to school.
"It doesn't affect it, but I will go to school later to accompany Erika." Papada obviously knew that in the eyes of this uncle, her greatest value was still Erika's friend. As for a translator, wouldn't that be easy to find
Lu Ming nodded.
As they were talking, Phraya had already arrived in front of the car. Before Papada could get out of the car to reply to Lu Ming, the driver got out and opened the door.
Phraya is a middle-aged Mithai man in his early thirties. He is dark-skinned and looks like a laborer. How can he be a descendant of the Grand Duke's family
He smiled innocently, bowed and said, "Master, thank you very much. Look, what do we need to do? Do you want to take little Phaya away?"
Lu Ming was speechless. He called his daughter "Xiao Phiya". So everyone in their family was "Xiao Phiya" and "Xiao Phiya". He didn't even call his daughter by the same nickname.
Moreover, I can take his daughter away now, isn't that the same as selling his daughter
"My fiancée is too young, so she'd better live with you. The engagement contract has been signed, and you don't need to do anything for the time being. Mr. Phaya, just live well here!" Lu Ming patted Phaya's shoulder. The relationship between these "father-in-law and son-in-law" was like that of a landlord and a farmhand.
When Lu Ming's small convoy left, Phraya was still nodding and bowing to say goodbye.
"Let me take you to school. I'll go to Biyun Island. We don't need a special translator there." Lu Ming said to Papada.
"Yes." Papada nodded.
…
The small square in front of the "Manager's Building" on Biyun Island.
The big man squatting below is Onasan, the fishing tyrant of Sunoshima Island.
He was accused of raping three women in Biyun City, including Chachati and two women from fishing families on Biyun Island.
Because it was a rape case, there was no open trial, but it was just tried in another place. No one from Mitai would come to the front of the "Manager's Building", and the Zhongzhou staff had also been notified that they would not come to watch during this period of time.
In addition, a simple cinema is being built in Palmetto Square, which can also be used as a meeting room, courtroom, etc. in the future.
Onashan had a scar on his face and looked ferocious.
Next to him stood a Western man in a suit and tie. He was his representative lawyer, Lai Tes, who was hired by Feldman.
It seems that Onnashan has the guidance of an expert and is fully prepared.
Lawyer Lai Tes had a proud look on his face. He naturally looked down upon such a crappy court on such a small island.
Although, he is just a beginner defense lawyer.
As soon as Lu Ming announced the start of the trial, Lai Tesi raised his hand: "I request that the three plaintiffs come to the scene to accept my cross-examination."
Lu Ming smiled and said, "No need. I have already obtained trustworthy testimony. I can be responsible for the authenticity of the testimony."
Laitus frowned, "But, according to the imperial law..."
Lu Ming waved his hand. "This city's court trial procedure is based on the Antigua Island Speedy Trial Law. If you have any objections to the verdict, you can appeal to the state high court on behalf of your client, but this court's legal procedures are completely compliant."
Lai Tes was stunned, and finally began to look Lu Ming up and down.
In fact, most of the summary courts on the islands are judged by tribal elders, but most of these so-called "judges" have no idea of the legal principles on which their power of judgment is based. Laitus's master, who is good at handling lawsuits on the islands, often uses imperial laws to prove his point, and it often works, shocking those so-called judges.
Of course, Lai Tes's master is very selective in the island lawsuits he takes on, and will not choose those powerful islands that have no scruples about ordinary local Westerners.
Lu Ming smiled at Lai Tes: "Now, please make your speech based on the witness testimony provided by this court."
Laitus was stunned. In fact, he didn't even read the testimonies carefully. He was originally planning to attack the three plaintiffs. How could the native women on these islands withstand his bombardment
He hurriedly took out the testimonies and looked at them.
The more I read, the more helpless I felt. The logic of several testimonies was extremely clear, mainly asking people questions, and linking their testimonies perfectly.
In a short period of time, there is no breakthrough to question.
"Defendant's lawyer?" Lu Ming looked at Laites with questioning eyes.
"Chachati, one of the plaintiffs, stole one yuan from my client, which is also an illegal act!" In a hurry, this was the only thing Lai Tes could use to make an issue.
Lu Ming nodded. "That's another case. After this court has finished judging this case, you can file a private prosecution on behalf of your client."
He added, "Since you have no other questions, I will immediately pronounce a verdict according to the Speedy Trial Act. Onnashan is guilty of rape! He is sentenced to ten years in prison! Because there is no prison in this city, Onnashan will serve his labor here and be managed by the sheriff!"
He picked up the gavel and banged it, "Court adjourned!"
"What are you doing?!" Onashan could hardly believe his ears and glared at Laitus. This Western lawyer was very arrogant and kept assuring him that there would be no problem.
On the other side, a security guard who was temporarily acting as a bailiff came forward and handcuffed Onnashan's feet with an iron chain. For the next ten years, he would be worked like a slave in the city, and would be tied to a tree when he was free, just like an animal.
Although the prisoner's lawyer said he would appeal, according to local regulations, it will not affect the prisoner's ability to serve his sentence now.
"Get out of my way!" Onasan tried to struggle, but was immediately pinned down by the security guards and forcibly put on ankle bracelets and handcuffs.
"I will appeal, don't worry!" Lai Tes was dejected, but what he got in return was louder curses from Onasan.
Lu Ming had already stood up and left. He felt no sense of accomplishment in dealing with a novice lawyer, and the other party had no power to fight back at all.
Lai Tes stared at Lu Ming's back, his eyes full of shame and anger.