Me! A disgraced celebrity! Starting by seeking justice for impoverished students.

"It's... Jiang Chen!"

The secretary repeated it.

"He's the one who sued you last time!"

"Of course I know!"

Pei Zhenbang suddenly stood up from the boss's chair, his large body causing the table to sway.

Pei Zhenbang will never forget this name!

Because of him, his own son is still in prison!

The two of them have a huge grudge!

Pei Zhenbang grew angrier the more he thought about it, his face contorted into a grimace, his earlier irritation instantly turning into fury!

He stared at his secretary, confirming each word clearly: "He sent my son to prison, and now he wants to interfere in my company's affairs?"

"No...that's right!" The secretary lowered her head and lowered her voice even further.

"I heard that it was a worker's family member who asked him about this during a live stream, and he gave them some advice."

"If a court hearing is required later, he can appear as a lawyer..."

"Good...very good!" Pei Zhenbang slammed his hand on the solid wood desk, causing the pen holder to fall over.

Whoosh!

"This is outrageous!"

"I haven't even settled accounts with him for what happened to my son last time, and he's already come knocking on my door, targeting my Pei Group?"

"Is he targeting the company? Bullshit! He's clearly doing it on purpose! He's holding a grudge and seeking revenge, specifically targeting my projects!"

"He's coming for me!"

Pei Zhenbang paced back and forth in his office, his chest heaving violently.

His son Pei Yanzhou's situation was the biggest hurdle in his life.

I spent so much money and pulled countless strings, but in the end I still couldn't get it back.

Now, the mere mention of Jiang Chen's name fills him with rage!

If it weren't for him, none of this mess would have happened!

The secretary cautiously suggested, "Mr. Pei, how about... how about settling that small amount of salary and compensation for work-related injuries first?"

"It's not much money, let's just let it go and not get involved with him anymore, lest we cause further trouble!"

In her opinion, provoking Jiang Chen at this critical juncture was not a wise choice.

Regardless of Jiang Chen's actual legal expertise.

At least until now, Jiang Chen's winning rate in court remains 100%!

Moreover, the cases he handles have a high level of support online!

They don't seem like an opponent you can easily provoke.

But Pei Zhenbang didn't think so.

"Is it settled?"

Pei Zhenbang suddenly turned his head and glared at her, his eyes fierce.

"Why should I settle this? Just because Jiang Chen said a few words? I'm supposed to obediently hand over the money?"

"If word gets out that I, Pei Zhenbang, am afraid of a mere lawyer, how will I ever be able to face anyone in Xucheng again!"

Delaying the payment of migrant workers' wages has always been a hallmark of these groups.

Only when their wages are withheld will these migrant workers know who is responsible for their livelihood!

Only when migrant workers have their wages held in their hands can they work honestly.

Besides, if I give it to them, wouldn't that prove I'm afraid?

Would the CEO of the prestigious Pei Group be afraid of a mere lawyer?!

"No! Not a single penny!"

Pei Zhenbang snorted coldly, sat back down in his chair, tapped his fingers on the table, and looked furious.

"My son's case was a criminal case before. Our company's legal department is not good at handling criminal cases, which is why he was able to take advantage of the situation."

"This is just a labor dispute and a business dispute involving a few migrant workers. Are all those senior lawyers employed by the group just sitting around doing nothing?"

"I refuse to believe that Jiang Chen, no matter how eloquent he is, can find a way to circumvent the contract terms."

As he spoke, Pei Zhenbang immediately gave the orders.

"Tell the project team to stick to the contract!"

"Payments are due at the end of the year anyway, let them wait!"

"As for the workplace injury... just say it was caused by the worker's own improper operation and failure to wear a safety harness, and that it has nothing to do with the company. If they want compensation, they need to provide evidence!"

"If they dare to file for arbitration, let the Ministry of Justice handle it!"

"This is a perfect opportunity to teach Jiang Chen a lesson and show the people of Xucheng what happens when they offend me, Pei Zhenbang!"

The secretary dared not say a word, quickly nodded in agreement, and turned to go out and deliver the message.

In the office, Pei Zhenbang had a gloomy face and his eyes were full of sinister intent.

With both old and new grudges combined, he'll settle this score sooner or later!

……

The next morning.

Jiang Chen was doing his daily legal education in the live broadcast room. He had just seen off a netizen who had joined the live stream and picked up his water glass to take a sip when there was a gentle knock on the office door.

dong dong dong...

"Enter."

Chen Qiaowei pushed open the door and poked half her body in: "Jiang Lu, a university student is looking for you. She said she connected with you on video yesterday and is waiting outside now. Her name is Lin Xiaoyu!"

Upon hearing this name, Jiang Chen's eyes lit up.

"Let her in!"

Soon, a girl followed Chen Qiaowei in.

She looked to be in her early twenties, with a simple high ponytail, wearing a light blue short-sleeved T-shirt, and her jeans had some fraying at the knees.

She had a faded canvas bag slung over her shoulder and was clutching a brown paper document bag tightly in her hand.

Standing at the doorway, I felt a little awkward, unsure of what to do with my hands.

Her face was slightly flushed with shyness, still bearing traces of youthful immaturity.

"Come in and sit down, don't stand."

Jiang Chen gestured for her to sit on the sofa opposite him, and then got up to pour her a glass of warm water.

"Don't be nervous, just speak like you did during yesterday's live stream."

Lin Xiaoyu nodded quickly, took the water glass with both hands, and whispered a thank you.

"By the way, my live stream is still running."

Jiang Chen pointed to the live streaming equipment on the table, "Many netizens are also concerned about this matter. Do you mind? If you do, I'll turn it off first."

"No problem, no problem at all!" Lin Xiaoyu quickly shook her head. "Attorney Jiang, you can drive it, I'm fine!"

The live stream chat was flooded with comments.

Don't be nervous, little girl! Attorney Jiang is a really nice person!

[We had a live stream yesterday, how come it's already over today?]

[It must be because things have developed further, though I don't know what happened.]

[Could it be that they're just paying salaries directly?]

[Believe that a company would pay salaries like this, you'd be better off believing I can fly!]

The Chinese can fly... The Chinese can fly...

Who left this here?

Jiang Chen sat back down in his chair and cut to the chase: "What's wrong? Is there any new activity at the construction site?"

Upon hearing this question, Lin Xiaoyu's previously barely composed expression instantly crumbled.

Her eyes were slightly red.

"Hmm... The foreman relayed the message to all of us last night."

"The company said that wages are paid according to the contract and will be settled at the end of the year. But the project funding hasn't come through, so they have no money to pay us and told us to wait a few more months!"

"And then there's my dad's workplace injury... The company said it was because my dad wasn't wearing a safety harness and violated operating procedures, which caused him to fall. They said it was his own responsibility, so it doesn't count as a workplace injury, and he won't receive a single penny in compensation!"

As she spoke, her voice trembled slightly.

"The other uncles and elders also received the message, and they were furious. They said they would arrange to block the construction site gate today."

"I stopped them and told them not to act rashly, to ask you first, and then I rushed over..."