[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-i-have-10-trillion-dollars-only-usable-for-simpi":3,"chapter-i-have-10-trillion-dollars-only-usable-for-simpi-i-have-10-trillion-dollars-only-usable-for-simpi-chapter-1051":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","I Have 10 Trillion Dollars only Usable For Simping",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},557475,807,"Chapter 1051 - 1051 737 Heavens are Clear and Bright_2","i-have-10-trillion-dollars-only-usable-for-simpi-chapter-1051",1051,"\u003Cp>1051: 737 Heavens are Clear and Bright_2 1051: 737 Heavens are Clear and Bright_2 Becoming the center of attention in the entire courtroom, Ding He, who had fallen from a high society member to a criminal in shackles, was remarkably composed, with a serene expression.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He wore handcuffs and leg irons, exclusive to those serving heavy sentences, and under the gazes of the entire court, he walked into the defendant’s seat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Chen glanced in the direction of Fang Jun.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This scion of high officialdom, who had held sway at Apang Palace, didn’t exhibit much emotional fluctuation, but his entire demeanor had visibly grown somber.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The murderer who had taken his sister’s life was in custody, and he seemed far from pleased.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Understandably so.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was probably he who had handed Ding He over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Order in the court.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The judge struck the gavel, quelling the murmuring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The prosecutor will now read the indictment.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The trial that had captured the public’s attention officially began.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the prosecutor solemnly read out the indictment, the presiding judge looked towards Ding He.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Does the defendant have any objections to the charges stated by the prosecutor?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No objections.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ding He’s response was resolute and calm as if he was unaware of the consequences his answer could bring upon himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Your Honor, the defense attorney has something to say.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lawyer Fang, with a stern face, quickly spoke out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The judge nodded, “Granted.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Your Honor, esteemed judges…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as Lawyer Fang was about to speak, Ding He suddenly said, “I killed Fang Ai.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She betrayed our marriage and never considered me her husband.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, when I confronted her, she showed no remorse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So I killed her, and I dissected her body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I was completely aware throughout the entire process…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Your Honor…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lawyer Fang attempted to interrupt him; such a statement from the defendant’s seat was tantamount to sealing his own fate!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“As a former member of the legal profession, I am willing to take full responsibility for my actions.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ding He’s voice rose, overshadowing Lawyer Fang.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He knew his fate all too well; there was no possibility for a miracle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lawyer Fang’s defense was a futile effort that would only bring trouble upon herself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I am fully aware of the adverse impact my actions have had on society, but I do not regret what I did.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I ask the court to sentence me to death to quell the public’s anger.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lawyer Fang’s countenance turned exceedingly grim; she clenched her hands but did not attempt to speak again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this point, she was powerless to change fate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The presiding judge conferred with the other judges.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This court declares that the defendant’s criminal process is clear, the evidence for the crime is sufficient, and the facts of the crime are established, therefore pronounces the following verdict.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“All rise.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The defendant Ding He is found guilty of murder; according to the criminal law, he is hereby sentenced to death, all personal property is confiscated, and political rights are revoked for life.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is the final verdict and may not be appealed.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A life for a life, a debt paid in full, justice served.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As his life was sentenced with a final strike of the gavel, Ding He showed no panic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Court is adjourned.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he was led away by the bailiffs, his gaze fell upon the complex expressions of the lawyers from Tian He, and he gave a faint smile before turning and walking resolutely toward the final chapter of his life.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The media’s cameras followed him every step of the way.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The lawyers from Tian He looked lost, even though they had anticipated this outcome.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“To be honest, I think he’s somewhat pitiable,” Mao Dun remarked with emotion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You gain some, you lose some.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He chose whom to marry; it’s unlikely his wife forced him,” Tong Dan commented with impartiality.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That’s also true.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mao Dun nodded, and at the same time, he couldn’t help but sneak a glance in Fang Jun’s direction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The death sentence for Ding He could perhaps console the spirit of the deceased in heaven, but Fang Jun, as a family member, showed no satisfaction for having his vengeance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Understandably so.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Fang Family’s reputation had suffered catastrophic damage in this affair, and even Ding He’s death sentence could not mend it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, it seemed impossible to find solace in the adage of “a life for a life.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Was Ding He’s life as valuable as Fang Ai’s?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A bloody lesson indeed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mao Dun felt it necessary to remind the sisters around him to treat men better.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Along with her former colleagues, Fang Qing walked towards Lawyer Fang.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Let’s go outside,” she suggested.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Certainly, there was no need for them to stay here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Chen, along with Tong Dan and Mao Dun, walked outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not long after they left the courtroom, a shadow on the corridor ahead caused Tong Dan to slow his pace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mao Dun did the same.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No matter how tough he talked, facing such a legendary figure in person, there was still a hint of trepidation in Tong Dan’s heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Indeed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That person ahead was none other than Fang Jun, whom Mao Dun had pointed out to her just a short while ago.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Chen alone remained unfazed, continuing forward as if nothing was amiss.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s nothing, he’s definitely not here for us,” Mao Dun whispered reassuringly, but reality defied his expectations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What a coincidence.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mao Dun’s expression froze as he looked in astonishment at Lawyer Fang’s friend who had initiated the conversation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tong Dan was also taken aback.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Quite the coincidence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Is Young Master Fang also interested in this case?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Chen showed a look of surprise, as if he was completely unaware of the slain Fang Ai’s relationship with the other party.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What brings Boss Jiang here?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fang Jun did not answer, his gaze sweeping over the faces of Tong Dan and Mao Dun.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Don’t mention Tong Dan; even Mao Dun, this scion born and raised in Capital City, felt his heart drumming at this moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The upper class has its hierarchies, too.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I came to watch the fun,”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Chen said with a light, casual smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I didn’t expect Boss Jiang to be someone who enjoys gossip.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Isn’t Young Master Fang the same way?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mao Dun’s heartbeat quickened—had Lawyer Fang not mentioned to her friend the relationship between the deceased Fang Ai and the other party?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luckily, Fang Jun, whom he had only heard of but never personally dealt with, did not get angry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He simply nodded and then turned and left.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mao Dun slowly exhaled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Do you know him?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tong Dan looked at Jiang Chen with a mix of surprise and suspicion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Not really, I’ve only met him once.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Chen explained accurately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mao Dun, having caught on, couldn’t help but look at Jiang Chen differently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Met once.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That might be true.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But from Fang Jun’s attitude just now, one could infer quite a few issues.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the very least, with his status, he wouldn’t catch Fang Jun’s eye, let alone make the other party wait intentionally.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Why didn’t you say so earlier?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Say what?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I’m not close to him.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Chen spoke nonchalantly, but Tong Dan wasn’t foolish.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unlike Mao Dun, she was well aware that Jiang Chen had long heard of Fang Jun’s name and knew that the person who hurt Fang Qing was Fang Jun’s sister.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her thoughts scattered as she looked at the naturally composed Jiang Chen, and Tong Dan suddenly felt an unexplainable sense of panic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What exactly are you doing now?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Why did he call you ‘Boss Jiang’ just then?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She asked tentatively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’ve opened a shop in Capital City, and he’s been a customer.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What kind of shop?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before Tong Dan could ask, Mao Dun inquired with slight urgency.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Apang Palace.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Chen mentioned it as if talking about an insignificant roadside stall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mao Dun was stunned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You mean the Apang Palace in Guan’s area?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tong Dan’s eyes suddenly widened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although she wasn’t a native of Capital City like Mao Dun, she had unavoidably heard of the famous Apang Palace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Mm.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Chen nodded as if it were nothing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tong Dan was dumbfounded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That made sense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There didn’t seem to be a second Apang Palace in Capital City.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two were momentarily speechless, unable to think of anything to say, when faced with the “unremarkable” Jiang Chen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tong Dan was okay; she only knew the shop was big and highly profitable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But as a local, Mao Dun knew the significance of what Apang Palace represented.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just look at the former owner of Apang Palace—it was Blood Guanyin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He glanced at Tong Dan, his lips moved as if to speak, but then he fell silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How could he not have been told about knowing such an important figure beforehand?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What’s going on?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fang Qing, who had come out, noticed the unusual expressions of Tong Dan and the others.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Are they alright?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Chen changed the subject.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“They’re fine.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fang Qing shook her head, then suddenly said, “I’m going back to Sha City.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Chen was surprised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“When?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Today.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Why the rush?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Weren’t you always urging me to go back?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I’ve booked an afternoon flight; I have to go get my luggage.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps it was Ding He’s advice before his death that had taken effect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, Jiang Chen was pleased with the outcome—as much as justice in the law was proclaimed, it didn’t mean that this matter had come to an end.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’ll drive you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Let Mao Dun and I drive her; you must be busy, so we won’t take up your time,” Tong Dan grabbed Fang Qing’s arm and immediately started pulling her outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Well then, Mr.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang, I’ll take my leave first.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mao Dun’s tone had noticeably changed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Chen nodded, “Thank you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No trouble at all.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finished speaking, Mao Dun turned and quickly left.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The hard-to-hide brilliance of Jiang Chen stood still, watching the departing figures.\u003C\u002Fp>",1655,"2026-05-30T15:07:40.882Z","2026-06-01T04:31:32.694Z",1,"novelbin.me","a018db4e4afaf97353c20b9b75d12d69b2b89f1aed9d874990e245db5412b522","i-have-10-trillion-dollars-only-usable-for-simpi-chapter-1052","i-have-10-trillion-dollars-only-usable-for-simpi-chapter-800",2400,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fi-have-10-trillion-dollars-only-usable-for-simpi-cover.jpg"]