Chapter 350: Schemes and Surprises in Mingsha City

“To lure the opposing lawyer over to the Legal Affairs Department? Who is he anyway? So formidable that even Lawyer Zhang felt completely defeated?”

Not listening might have been fine, but as soon as he heard, Xu Hao was stunned.

“Who is Zhang San? He’s regarded as the pinnacle in the legal world. Could there really be a lawyer in Lanstarr who tops him?”

“Brother Hao, today’s case was just too devious,”

Before Xu Hao could speak, Zhu Qiang continued in awe.

He then detailed every twist of today’s courtroom drama and its final outcome.

“Wait a minute, you’re saying the opposing lawyer is named Zhang Yida?”

However,

the more he listened, the stranger Xu Hao’s expression became.

“Yes! This guy’s thinking is anything but ordinary! That’s why Lawyer Zhang wants to lure him to Mingsha City!”

Zhu Qiang let out a soft sigh.

He admitted feeling an indescribable defeat today – normally, a win meant immediate payment in Mingsha City, but today, not a cent was received.

They had won, yet it didn’t feel like a victory at all.

“Absolutely ridiculous! Cough, cough—if you’re going to lure him, do it! But once he’s here, under no circumstances should he handle our case. I want to meet him first.”

Regaining his focus,

Xu Hao hurriedly cautioned.

Zhu Qiang’s words made it clear that this Zhang Yida was likely the very person Xu Hao had in mind.

If it really is him, he’s undeniably talented. Luring him to Mingsha City would be justified – he might even help Haofang Culture create a classic modern urban light comedy. However, hiring him for Mingsha City’s litigation would be a mismatch for their resources.

After all, he’s capable of crafting even more brilliant cases!

“Alright! Brother Hao, I’ll have President Luo keep an eye on things at the Technology Expo. Nothing will be delayed.”

“Good!”

Chongshi, Fengdu Scenic Area – Feng Xiangcai sat behind his desk, constantly rubbing his forehead as a thick stack of documents lay on his purple-red desk.

“What now? Should we sue Mingsha City again?”

After a long pause,

he looked helplessly at Deputy Director Shi Yun.

A few days earlier, they believed Gao Nan had secured a top expert and began preparing materials to use his lawyer to sue Mingsha City, demanding the demolition of the Second Entertainment City.

But after watching the courtroom scene, Gao Nan’s mood was uncertain – he broke into a cold sweat, even showing relief.

“General Feng, I think it’s viable!”

After a moment’s thought, Shi Yun offered his opinion.

“Viable?”

Feng Xiangcai looked at Shi Yun, a bit surprised.

“Yes! Despite the surprises in today’s session, I noticed that the lawyer hired by Mingsha City, Zhang San, wasn’t as inscrutable as rumored. Several times, Zhang Yida caught him off guard.

If we hire another lawyer, our chances might just improve.”

Shi Yun quickly explained his idea.

He had spent several days preparing litigation materials and couldn’t bear to see them wasted.

In his view,

these documents were enough to prove Mingsha City’s infringement – all they needed was a good lawyer.

“So, Zhang San isn’t good enough?”

Feng Xiangcai hesitated for a moment.

Upon reflection, Shi Yun’s argument did have some merit.

“General Feng, Long Kingdom has many reputable law firms. With a diligent search, we’ll definitely find someone exceptional.”

“Alright, let’s give it a try! But we must verify the lawyer’s competence in advance. We can’t afford a fiasco like with Gao Nan—hiring someone inadequate would be a nightmare.”

After a moment’s thought,

Feng Xiangcai turned to Shi Yun.

“General Feng, rest assured on that front!”

At that, Shi Yun immediately promised.

He simply couldn’t believe there was another Zhang Yida in the world.

“Oh, and Vice President Adam from Dino Park just called. He said he’ll be in Fengdu next Monday. We’ll meet him then.”

“Okay.”

Highs and lows,

an extremely rare lawsuit combined with the soaring success of ‘Qing Yu Nian’ has kept Mingsha City in the limelight.

Especially as ‘Qing Yu Nian’ unfolds – once Wu Zhu opens the wooden box left by Fan Xian’s mother, viewers finally understand why it’s dubbed a historical sci-fi drama.

For a while,

likes, doubts, and countless voices poured in, yet nothing could stop ‘Qing Yu Nian’ from becoming a hit.

Mingsha City’s newly opened Nanquing Ancient City has become the third hottest spot for check-ins, trailing only behind Wuzhuang Temple and Mingsha Fudi.

Of course.

While tourists and netizens debate, the top brass of Mingsha City can’t afford to worry about anything else. Xu Hao was so busy he barely had time to eat, and even Fang Hou and You Gong were sneaking materials to another lake island in Mingsha Fudi.

The nonstop hustle created a cumulative effect.

Before anyone knew it, a massive, ebony structure had appeared behind the high barrier north of Mingsha City’s Protectorate of West Liang.

One day, two days – time flew by. Before they knew it, it was June 15, leaving just over twenty days until the Technology Expo.

Yan City, Bai Fu Technology Company Headquarters –

President Li Yan, along with Ma Wenchun and several top executives from Long Kingdom’s tech companies, sat around a tea table, chatting idly. “Mingsha City is really stirring up trouble!”

After a pause,

Ma Wenchun set his teacup down and remarked.

“Ever since the dust storms began, things haven’t calmed down. Mingsha City has dominated the trending topics. I’ve even seen several forums bring up the Technology Expo again. Let’s hope our hard-prepared projects aren’t overshadowed by Mingsha City.”

At that,

a middle-aged man next to Ma Wenchun added.

They once thought the Technology Expo would force Mingsha City to back off, as Long Kingdom’s tech companies only needed to deal with Mark Corporation.

But contrary to expectations, Mingsha City remains restless, stirring up all kinds of trouble!

What does the Technology Expo even measure? It’s all about buzz and gimmicks! Without excitement on display, even the best products may fall short on publicity.

“That’s right! We need to rethink our strategy. We can’t let this continue; with Mingsha City’s unpredictable nature, more surprises might be on the way!”

Seated at the head, Li Yan casually lit a cigarette.

“More surprises? What do you mean?”

At his words, Ma Wenchun and the others all turned their gaze toward Li Yan.

To them, Mingsha City was undoubtedly in full battle mode for the Technology Expo, with no time for distractions.

“Exactly, Mr. Li! I even checked with a friend – due to the fallout between Mingsha City and Dino Park, both the Third and Fourth Entertainment Projects have been pushed behind the Expo!

The film projects too; Haofang Culture hasn’t announced any new dramas.”

Regaining focus,

a middle-aged man at the far end spoke up.

“Entertainment projects and TV dramas? Don’t forget, Mingsha City also has Mingsha Academy! Their first enrollment is underway, and the college entrance exam is just days away (Long Kingdom’s exam is on June 30, unlike Earth)! Who knows what mischief they’ll conjure for their promotions.”

Li Yan snorted.

Ever since the Technology Expo was set for Mingsha City, he’d been fretting over every possible detail.

“Enrollment promotions?”

Ma Wenchun and the others winced.

In recent years, Long Kingdom’s universities have spared no effort in their recruitment drives, especially after last year’s reverse promotion by a student from an agricultural university that trended for days.

Who is Mingsha City, anyway? They’re bound to focus on Mingsha Academy.

After all, if enrollment quality improves, Mingsha Academy might one day become Long Kingdom’s top university – a huge boon for both Mingsha City and Su Province.

“Mr. Li, your words are making me nervous,”

After a moment, one of the men in the middle couldn’t help but speak up.

“So we need to come up with a plan – if all else fails, let’s move in early!”

Li Yan nodded and shared his idea.

“Move in early?”

Ma Wenchun’s expression shifted noticeably.

“Yes! By moving in early, we can catch Mingsha City off guard. They won’t be able to cause chaos at the Expo, and even if they stir up trouble with enrollment later, we’ll already have some momentum.”

Li Yan continued.

“But regulations only allow us to set up the venue ten days early. We still have twenty days left.”

“That’s simple! We’ll submit a collective report to the Science Association, explaining that with Mark Corporation participating, we must take this Expo seriously and set up early. The Science Association will surely agree!”

“Involving the Science Association?”

The others’ eyes lit up.

The Science Association and their Chamber of Commerce have a close relationship, securing numerous tech funding subsidies each year. As long as it’s for the sake of Long Kingdom’s tech development, their support is guaranteed.