People are in Conan, but Ace Attorney

Chapter 899 A Dragon-like Reversal (103)

—Although the case is serious, it is so serious that it is unbearable. Even the blond judge couldn't help but frown.

During the publicly announced court hearing, he openly mentioned the former prime minister's dirty laundry, and even brought up official dirt on him.

If this trial had not been open to the public, it would probably have ended abruptly at this moment and would not have continued—that would have been due to the influence of force majeure.

But it's different now.

During this publicly accessible court hearing, the audience was filled with reporters from various newspapers and television stations in Tokyo, who were diligently taking notes, recording the breaking news from the trial.

Even if this trial is interrupted, the information inside will be leaked and turn into an uncontrollable torrent of public opinion.

However, as the one who brought the Tojo Clan's 10 billion yen to the forefront, and was absolutely at the center of the storm, Hikaru Mukamoto appeared calm and indifferent, as if this incident could not affect him much.

—At this point, there's no point in saying all this.

All he could do was keep the trial going, dissect all the truth, make it public, and let everyone judge the whole story.

"Witness, Shintaro Kazama, are you sure you want to stick to your testimony?"

The blond judge's expression turned extremely serious.

This was the most serious expression he had shown in the past few days of court proceedings, because the matter was so serious that if any error occurred, he might lose his position as presiding judge.

He confirmed again,

"Witness, can you be certain that your testimony is entirely true?"

Upon hearing this, Shintaro Kazama exchanged a glance with Yumi Sawamura beside him, and then he nodded without hesitation.

"I can vouch for it with my integrity; all of this is true!"

"Kyohei Jingu was involved in money laundering, and the amount involved is huge. Now that it has been made public, please tell me, will the authorities take measures to ensure that Kyohei Jingu and his associates receive the punishment they deserve?"

Shintaro Kazama's question was resounding.

His demand was simple: Jingu Kyohei must receive the punishment he deserved. If Jingu Kyohei did not receive the punishment he deserved, then all the efforts he, Sawamura Yumi, and Sera Katsumi had made would have been in vain.

All the efforts of the past few years will be in vain, and there will be no chance to start over.

"...This matter is of great importance, and we need physical evidence to prove your testimony."

The presiding judge paused briefly and did not continue the topic.

He then inquired whether there was any evidence that could prove this.

However, it is clear that neither Shintaro Kazama nor Yumi Sawamura could have direct evidence of Jingu Kyohei's crime. The only person who could possibly have direct evidence of Jingu Kyohei's crime is Jingu Kyohei.

That was Sera Katsu, the fourth chairman of the Tojo Clan, who had already been shot and killed by Nishikiyama Akira.

Apart from Sera Katsumi, no one else could claim that the evidence they possessed could definitively prove Jingu Kyohei's guilt. Even the purpose and use of the 10 billion yen were obtained from Sera Katsumi.

However, at that very moment, Xiang Yuanguang suddenly reached out and grabbed the magatama pendant hanging in front of his chest.

The next moment, within Kiryu Kazuma's astonished gaze, the magatama emitted a faint light, but Kiryu Kazuma did not see any other special changes occur.

This situation puzzled him somewhat.

Xiang Yuanguang is indeed an outstanding magician, but at such a tense moment, would he really suddenly pull out magic props and perform a magic trick to showcase his skills? — Of course not.

"Kazama already said that all we need to do is check on the still unfinished Okinawa Second Prison, right?"

Xiang Yuanguang's voice was deep.

This sound startled Akira Nishikiyama and Shintaro Kazama. They turned their heads almost simultaneously to look towards the defense table, only to be met with a scene that shocked them greatly.

At this moment, the person standing at the defense table does not seem to be Kou Gen, but rather the already deceased Sera Katsu!

At this crucial moment, Sera Katsumi, the fourth president of the Tojo Clan who had already passed away, returned to the human world!

"In addition, the Tojo Clan has all the records of Jingu Kyohei's transfers and the whereabouts of all the laundered funds. With these, it can be proven that Jingu Kyohei did indeed participate in money laundering and cooperate with the Tojo Clan."

"Your Honor, in addition to this, there is another fact that needs to be revealed—"

Kazami Yuya looked up towards the defense table.

Although Xiang Yuanguang's voice did seem to have changed somewhat to him, his appearance remained unchanged, which made him frown. He didn't know what was going on, but he also knew that it was time for him to make his appearance.

He then directly picked up where Xiang Yuanguang left off, saying,

"Your Honor, Jingu Kyohei not only collaborated with the Tojo Clan to launder a large amount of illicit funds, but he also secretly manipulated the MIA to satisfy his illegal business needs!"

What?! The MIA!

The blond judge's eyes widened, and he asked,

What is the MIA?

Even within the Japanese Public Security Bureau, many people don't know what the MIA is, so expecting the presiding judge to know is perhaps asking too much.

However, Kazami Yuya had anticipated this, and he continued,

"The full name of the MIA is the Ministry Intelligence Agency, an intelligence agency directly commanded by the Cabinet. Under normal circumstances, this organization should be used entirely to protect the personal safety of political figures."

"However, now the MIA has completely become a one-man show by Jingu Kyohei."

"The Japanese Public Security Bureau has uncovered dozens of records of illegal MIA operations, all of which are listed in this document I have. This clearly demonstrates that Jingu Kyohei's crimes are numerous and cannot be denied—"

The presiding judge frowned and asked.

"The name Jingu Kyohei was only brought up in today's court hearing. How can you be sure that Jingu Kyohei is the cabinet member who commanded the MIA? Couldn't it be another cabinet member?"

Upon hearing this, Kazami Yuya's voice fell silent.

The next moment, the doors to the First Trial Chamber were pushed open.

Someone handed something to the bailiff, who, after a brief exchange, quickly took the documents to the head of the table, placed them on the judge's desk, and said directly,
"Your Honor, this is the information that the Japanese Public Security Bureau just submitted."

"The information concerns Jingu Kyohei's illegal manipulation of the MIA forces and his illegal money laundering for the former prime minister... The source is the Ooka family in Kyoto."

—The Ooka family of Kyoto? Are these two factions of former prime ministers starting a power struggle?

The blond judge felt a sudden darkness engulf his vision.

(End of this chapter)