Grassroots lawyers also have their day

Chapter 957 People Need Faith

Some say that a successful lawyer should be a social activist. A social activist is not someone who eats and drinks, builds connections, and makes a lot of money, but rather someone who is at a higher level and can transcend social classes.

I don't think I can reach that level. I've already done my best so that my brothers can eat well. Before, when I had no business, I lived in anxiety every day. Now that my law firm has some reputation, I'm still very anxious. I know I can never become a social activist. To be honest, I don't want to be a social activist.

The public's understanding of "social activist" has long since deviated from the original meaning of the word; it's more often interpreted as a patchwork, or, to put it bluntly, a pimp. Some people simply use the title as a fig leaf, when in reality they're just hypocritical! I feel somewhat lost! !" Wang Chuan said.

"I understand what you're saying. I just felt that being in court was meaningless and I was about to lose myself, so I left."

When I was a graduate student, one of my professors said that China is currently in a period of transition, the rule of law is not yet perfect, and justice is constantly being called for. This awkward dilemma is an inevitable predicament of the transitional era.

In recent years, many lawyers have been working hard to promote the progress of the rule of law, although their efforts are weak and they are in a state of isolation.

To be honest, lawyers in China are in a very awkward situation right now. On the one hand, they have to withstand the strong suppression of governments at all levels, and on the other hand, they have to face the ugly faces of various clients.

In addition, there is obstruction from the police and harassment from judges, all of which make it difficult for lawyers to seek justice. Moreover, some of these matters are simply beyond the reach of the law.

You understand he wants to do something; he sees no justice outside himself. In reality, very few judges, police officers, or prosecutors don't share your thoughts, it's just...

Actually, as a lawyer, he's currently struggling to make ends meet, and his law firm has fallen behind schedule. He could easily continue doing what he wants to do and what he's good at.

Cheng was good at handling both small and big cases, and doing some down-to-earth labor law work was also quite good. Later, he did labor law work because he wanted to develop the law firm and expand his client base.

He could still do that now, for his conscience, without talking about justice and fairness. That's too abstract. Just for his conscience, for a life that feels real and fulfilling, even if it's empty.

If he has no spiritual support, whether he is rich or poor, powerful or powerless, he will find life interesting and try to stimulate his already numb heart with material things, seeking fleeting pleasures, and ultimately falling into depravity! People need faith, true inner faith!

"Doing big cases may not bring in money, but it doesn't necessarily mean you won't have a good future! In fact, the path he's taken has already proven that point!" Cao Xiang'ai advised.

"Yes, he wants you to think it over carefully." Cao Xiang nodded and got up to walk towards the study.

Wu Hongyan watched Wang Lu's retreating figure with some worry: "I wonder if he'll be able to think things through!"

Although somewhat unwilling, Wang Lu still accompanied Wu Hongyan to see a psychologist the next day. The psychologist was introduced by Sister Hong; it was this doctor who first suggested that Sister Hong use music therapy to treat her cardiac conditions when she became fixated on her problems.

As they left the hospital, Wu Hongyan linked arms with Wang Lu: "He told you that he was just too tired lately, and that he wasn't thinking or worrying enough, which caused his anxiety, but he believed it."

The doctor said he's just under too little stress and needs to relax more; there are other minor issues too!

"Is it that complicated?" Wang Lu looked at Wu Hongyan with a puzzled expression.

"Yeah, what if?" Wu Hongyan said nonchalantly.

"Okay! Do you have the medicine?" Lawyer Wang asked.

"The doctor suggested that you go out with him for a walk and put your work aside for now! How about we go to Tibet? The air there is fresh, and I've heard it can purify the soul. They say you're bound to have some amazing adventures!"

"Go on, let's get ready. Your parents will take care of the child. If anything happens!" Wu Hongyan encouraged them along the way.

"Okay, go back and make the arrangements. Go out and take a vacation to relax!" Lawyer Wang has also been feeling physically and mentally exhausted lately, and it's time for him to rest.

In Wan Pangzi's living room, Wu Hongyan was drinking tea, while Di Yunmei stood to the side, somewhat surprised.

"Depression?! Is he sure Chuan'er has depression?" Fatty Wan asked in surprise.

"Yes, I just went to the hospital, and that's what the doctor told you. So, when you come to discuss this with me, please don't worry about things at the law firm. You should prepare to take Attorney Wang to Tibet so I can relax," Wu Hongyan said.

"Okay, go ahead. In those years, except for the Lunar New Year holiday, I never took a day off. You'll talk to the partners. Now the law firm is on track, and no one in any department is keeping an eye on things, even the smallest things."

"Just say the word if you need any help!" Fatty Wan sighed.

The next day, while Attorney Wang was out of the office, Fatty Wan gathered the heads of several departments and partners together for a meeting. He explained Attorney Wang's situation to everyone, telling them that if there was nothing wrong, they could resolve it in a meeting. He also said that even if the sky were to fall, they should first ask him if he had any solutions, and that they should contact Attorney Wang directly. He further instructed them to keep the matter confidential.

Everyone understood Wan Pangzi's feelings. As a founding partner, if something really happened to Wang Lu, it could be said that the firm's business would plummet, but it would definitely be affected, and it might even collapse! Yuanfang Law Firm's foundation was still too weak!

A few days later, Attorney Wang gathered his partners and department heads together for a meal, saying that he wanted to take a break for a while so that his family wouldn't have to worry about anything else.

Before everything was arranged, Wang Lu and Wu Hongyan bought plane tickets and set off!

"Wang Chuan has been gone for quite some time now, hasn't he?" Zu Wen asked Jiao Heng during lunch.

"Yeah, it's almost the end of April, less than a month. If you look at my WeChat Moments, I'm still updating it. It's all about the little snow-capped mountains in Tibet. They're so beautiful!" Jiao Heng said.

"Hey! He said that Wang Chuan usually keeps a low profile outside the detention center, and we can sense that something's going on. But when I went out for a trip, outside the detention center, why did you feel like something was different?" Zu Wen said, frowning.

"Yeah, you don't feel the same way either. It's fine working on projects inside, but as soon as I came back, something felt off. The law firm seemed to have a lot more energy and spirit," Jiao Heng said.

"I hope Wang Chuan will return to the team as soon as possible! Just seeing him outside the office makes me feel at ease, like I have no one to rely on!" Zu Wen said.

"Something came up. He's making it sound like Wang Chuan is back. I've gone to Tibet on a spiritual journey. I'll probably be back in a while!" Jiao Heng said with a smile.

Actually, like many of the older staff in the law firm, my psychological surgery department felt like it was overgrown with weeds during that period, lacking a backbone. It was outside the firm that I was able to lift my spirits.

Wang Lu did not return until the October 1st holiday.

Before the holiday ended, Da Guo was working on the documents at hand with great energy, and the lawyers coming and going at the law firm entrance also seemed more energetic.

"Da Guo, you look so listless. Did you have a fight with your mistress?" A voice came from the doorway.

Da Guo is a veteran of the law firm and is now the head of the administration department. After Cao Xiang, they wanted to transfer you to the front to work in the "office," but you are a hard worker and said that the back office space is too small. Besides, the law firm needs so little administration. Sitting at the door and having a general view of everything is not conducive to work, so you have been moving around.

There are very few people who dare to joke with you like that these days.

(End of this chapter)