After hearing about all the people Jiang Ping An had offended, the law enforcers present were already somewhat afraid to continue the trial, lest even more powerful figures become implicated.
"I suspect he was the culprit who attacked the cargo ship. Drag him to the Torture Hall and give him a few lashes. He'll confess to everything."
Wang Dong was still trying to pin the crime on Jiang Ping An, hoping to have him executed as soon as possible.
Yang Shuangsu tilted her head slightly and glanced sideways at Wang Dong. "Ever since the interrogation began, you haven't seemed interested in conducting it properly. You only want to have Jiang Ping An put to death quickly."
Wang Dong's expression shifted slightly. Realizing his behavior had drawn too much attention, he immediately defended himself:
"I only wanted to close the case quickly, so our superiors wouldn't blame us."
"Only you know what you truly have in mind. As a law enforcer, remember your mission and responsibilities, or sooner or later, retribution will come for you."
Yang Shuangsu paid Wang Dong no further attention and addressed the other law enforcers:
"This incident is riddled with suspicious points. We'll make a decision once we've investigated everything thoroughly. Does anyone object?"
"No."
"No."
The other law enforcers voiced their agreement.
Unlike Wang Dong, most of the law enforcers abided by the rules.
They would not arbitrarily convict or torture someone before the circumstances of a case were clear.
Yang Shuangsu turned to Jiang Ping An before her. "Because your blood, clothing, and hair were found at the crime scene, you remain the prime suspect."
"Until we find the real culprit, you will have to spend this time in a holding cell."
Jiang Ping An nodded. "Thank you."
"I'm merely enforcing the law impartially. There's