Although he did not know who had disrupted the result, Justice chose to continue the judgment process.
Whether the lambs lived or died did not matter much to him; what mattered most was the audience’s reaction.
This dramatic scene did not seem to have a bad reception, but Justice was worried about whether some people would lose their “fanaticism” because of it.
If that happened, efficiency would be greatly reduced.
If it dropped so low that it no longer balanced the risks, the situation would be less than ideal.
He would have no choice but to terminate the event, which would be a significant blow to his future development.
He was currently only one step away from achieving a human form and would not let go easily.
“Congratulations to the two of you. You have received salvation under our witness. How truly fortunate.”
Despite Justice’s sinister congratulations, the faces of the two survivors did not improve.
Instead, they looked even more haggard.
Obviously, his words did not provide them with much sense of security.
“Relax. Next, you may also participate in the judgment of the remaining lambs. Furthermore, I shall bestow upon you the right to ‘object.’ “
In an instant, Justice devised a feasible, sinister strategy.
“Since you are the parties involved, your opinions will be equal to 500 people. This also means…”
If Number Two and Number Three both agreed, the remaining people would be released immediately.
However, if they both objected, it would be very difficult for the others to survive.
At the same time, Justice strengthened his control over the Live Broadcast Room to prevent the previous situation from recurring.
Although he had failed to catch that fleeting intent, Justice could clearly perceive the process of the other party modifying the data.
It was a Magic Power that was not particularly strong.
If he reinforced his defenses, it could not be breached.
He could even determine the other party’s aura to “blacklist” this uninvited guest.
Now, let the show continue.
“Number Four, it is your turn. I have been looking forward to your confession. After all, you were the one who first proposed the idea of the frame-up. As the mastermind, I want to know if you regret making those…”
But no one would give any sympathy to this hateful man.
It was not just because of his terrible image, but more because he was unworthy of anyone’s pity.
The Clown’s wife had personally carried out the frame-up and had already received the retribution of death.
Correspondingly, it was only reasonable for the instigator to accompany her to the Yellow Springs, wasn’t it?
However, someone capable of coming up with such a scheme was naturally also skilled in sophistry.
“Don’t all look at me like that. You don’t really think I planned it all by myself, do you? I’m just a gigolo. How could I possibly have such ideas?”
The Number Four man spoke up to defend himself after a moment’s hesitation.
Of course, a brooch — the Execution Device — had also appeared on his chest.
Under the pressure of death, he was racking his brains to organize his words.
“She was a regular client of mine. As the most beautiful one among my guests, it was hard for me not to develop some extra feelings for her. But it was limited to that. Our relationship remained at a financial level, just like with other women. The only thing special about her was that she often complained to me during those times, which was actually quite miserable for me.”
Lying, but not entirely.
Statements that are half-true and half-false are the most deceptive.
“Until recently, she mentioned being forced into a marriage with a man she hated and appeared quite distressed. That day, she wasn’t very enthusiastic. Even though I tried various ways to please her, I couldn’t evoke her familiar pleasure. But if that were the case, wouldn’t I be no different from those other common gigolos? I had to do something so that this client, whom I didn’t dislike, had a reason to keep choosing me. So, I tried to say something to her.”
At this point, the man’s face darkened, seemingly because the pain in his chest had begun to intensify — this made his voice become hurried, and his volume increased slightly.
“Don’t misunderstand. I wasn’t telling her to frame him back then. Although I violate public order laws, I still know what can and cannot be touched. What I said was: ‘You hate it? You haven’t slept with him, right? Didn’t he force you? I remember you can sue for marital rape in that situation.’ “
“Her eyes lit up after hearing my words, but I really didn’t expect her to actually try it. When the results came out, she came to find me. That night, when I heard her finish speaking, my face turned white with fear. It was too late to wash my hands of it by then, and it would have been too irresponsible, so I could only stay on the same boat as her.”
“But please, don’t think of me as that kind of irredeemable guy. I really just said it casually. It’s the absolute truth, I can swear it.”
Listening to the story alone, it actually made some sense.
Furthermore, the Number Four man had not mixed in too many lies.
Justice did not deny this, which was enough to prove the truthfulness of his words.
However, he knew himself that he definitely couldn’t be cleared of responsibility.
After all, even in ancient times, there was a saying about “pillow talk.”
This kind of instigation, carried out when a person’s psychological defenses were at their weakest, could have an exaggerated effect even if it was just a casual mention.
The part the man didn’t say was that he actually knew, given the woman’s personality, there was a high probability she would listen to his slander.
Thus, he had spoken such leading words with malice.
As expected, he received the news the very next day.
‘If everything goes smoothly, I might even get a share of the pie or even bleed her dry,’ he had thought.
The man knew she was a completely stupid woman.
As long as he gave her a little pink, romantic fantasy, she would throw herself into his net without hesitation.
It was simply too easy for him to manipulate her.
Besides, she wasn’t ugly; calling her Xiao Mei wouldn’t be an exaggeration.
He needed a wife eventually anyway, and someone so easy to control was just right.
With these thoughts, the man had stayed out of the way while waiting for the incident to ferment, all while continuing to charm the woman to try and get his hands on that money.
Unfortunately, the secret was out before he could succeed.
He had to be thankful that he had made thorough plans; otherwise, if that lunatic targeted him, he would be finished too.
But before he could enjoy his freedom for long, Justice found him.
Even now, the man was still feeling lucky.
He really shouldn’t have been a gigolo.
If he had the chance, he should have been a sharp-eyed businessman; unfortunately, he had no money.
And soon, he would have no life.
Setting aside how much his words stirred the hearts of the crowd, he felt a chill down his spine when he realized the venomous glares Number Two and Number Three were directing at him.
“You’re the thug who kept seducing my daughter?”
“No, I didn’t. She came to me herself…”
“You killed her.”
Hearing this, the Number Four man felt as if a lump were stuck in his throat.
He could not utter a single word of defense.
It was not only because he knew he was beyond argument, but also because…
“Let him die.”
“He must die.”
Under the weight of 1,000 opposing votes, he knew his death was drawing near.
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