CHAPTER 550: CHAPTER 538: THAT’S ACTUALLY YOUR REBUTTAL?

Nan Zhubin said, "Wang Zhenhai meets the following diagnostic criteria—"

"1. Failure to conform to social norms concerning lawful behaviors, as evidenced by repeatedly engaging in actions that could lead to arrest."

This point doesn’t need much explanation; the fact that the defendant is sitting in the courtroom is evidence enough.

"2. Deceptiveness, as indicated by repeated lying, use of aliases, or conning others for personal profit or pleasure."

No need for further explanation.

"3. Lack of remorse, as shown by indifference or rationalizing having hurt, mistreated, or stolen from someone."

Nan Zhubin elaborated, "In the chat logs between defendant Wang Zhenhai and his own team, it can be seen that he repeatedly expressed joy over successfully swindling money beyond just financial gain. He even described multiple times such sentiments as ’this much money deserved to be scammed’ and ’if we don’t scam these idiots, someone else would.’"

At this point, the courtroom screen appropriately displayed the relevant chat logs.

Whispers arose from the audience.

Wang Zhenhai gritted his teeth.

"And the fourth—" Nan Zhubin continued, "—Impulsiveness or failure to plan ahead."

"Although defendant Wang Zhenhai indeed made ’plans’ before the fraudulent activities began, his subsequent acts showed various deviations from his plans. For instance, when he scammed our victim, Nan Zhihao, he resorted to actions outside his plan after Nan Zhihao reported to the police, spreading obscene synthesized videos, ultimately leading to his arrest."

Nan Zhubin recited as if counting his treasures, "Meanwhile, reviewing defendant Wang Zhenhai’s early work experience, after obtaining his first funds through work, his first entrepreneurial venture ’Zhenhai Technology’ had its main business involve some false advertising; and once he accumulated some funds, he rashly believed in the AI boom rumors and shifted to a new field, resulting in losses and eventually being scammed, which further underscores his strong impulsive trait."

While the first three judgments were relatively neutral, Nan Zhubin’s fourth judgment and the accompanying remarks carried a subtle aggressive nature.

Wang Zhenhai’s eye twitched involuntarily, glancing subconsciously at the defense lawyer beside him.

The defense lawyer didn’t react at all, remaining seemingly in a trance. Only when Wang Zhenhai shook him hard did he softly say, "It’s okay, his accusations won’t have much effect."

Will they really have no effect?

The legal impact of this trial might indeed be minimal in the moment.

But in other aspects, that might not be the case.

No matter how small now, things could change in a while.

Nan Zhubin looked at Wang Zhenhai and the defense lawyer’s reactions, very aware of the gradually progressive approach. Just as a visitor’s counseling intervention plan requires step-by-step depth, this is also the principle underpinning the offensive against this defendant kingpin.

Having completed the first step, Nan Zhubin continued to the second step.

Nan Zhubin began explaining [Paranoid Personality Disorder].

"[Narcissistic Personality Disorder] is a pervasive pattern of grandiosity in fantasy or behavior, need for admiration, and lack of empathy."

Nan Zhubin said, "Defendant Wang Zhenhai exhibits the following traits—"

"1. Lack of empathy." Nan Zhubin explained, "This overlaps somewhat with [Antisocial Personality Disorder], essentially meaning the defendant cannot empathize with the harm caused to victims."

"2. Exhibiting arrogant and haughty behavior or attitudes. Having achieved success through technology in the early career phase, and then immediately wanting to dive into the AI industry once starting his own business, can be understood as an overestimation of his own abilities, entering an unfamiliar industry, leading to failure."

"3. Overblown sense of entitlement. The defendant Wang Zhenhai always positioned himself at the center of his team, demanding complete cooperation from employees. Additionally, in the fraudulent activities, his mental torment of victims can be seen as fulfilling his sense of entitlement—gaining satisfaction from harming others is a prevalent trait."

"Moreover, there are traits such as ’fantasies of unlimited success,’ ’exploiting others in relationships,’ and ’requiring excessive praise.’" Nan Zhubin pursed his lips, "This can also be observed in the chat logs between defendant Wang Zhenhai and employees."

Once again, the courtroom screen displayed images of chat logs selected by Nan Zhubin.

It can be seen that every time Wang Zhenhai assigned tasks, or even just shared a minor opinion, all employees consistently followed up with messages like "Boss is wise (thumbs-up.jog)" or "As expected from the boss (rose.jpg)."

If any employee missed replying, they would be specifically @’ed and criticized.

It was practically a public execution.

Low laughter bubbled up from the audience.

Online commercial psychological tests can effectively make money because they list psychological traits that, as long as they resonate with the test taker a little, succeed in getting recognition, making them think "this is me."

Similarly, right now, regardless of how appropriate Nan Zhubin’s analysis is, it matches some of the personal traits exhibited by Wang Zhenhai to some extent. The presiding judge’s attitude aside, the audience seemed to grow more convinced as they listened.

The audience couldn’t help whispering, "This kingpin really is a bit narcissistic..."

"My boss is like this too. Could it be a personality disorder?"

"Oh, behaving like a child always needing praise..."

...

When Nan Zhubin presented evidence, he consistently incited a stir among the audience.

But this time, the direction of the discussion sharply contrasted with before.

The presiding judge remained unchanged, still relying on the gavel to restore order.

As he prepared to let Nan Zhubin proceed, a voice suddenly emerged from the defendant’s seat.

"Aren’t you protesting?"

It was a kind of suppressed roar, though with maximal effort to lower the volume, making it audible to those at the core seats.

Everyone looked over; it was defendant Wang Zhenhai urging the defense lawyer.

The presiding judge slightly furrowed his brow, about to speak, but Nan Zhubin lightly smiled, "Presiding judge, I would also like to have a brief dialogue with defendant Wang Zhenhai—if the defense representative permits."

The defense lawyer now felt inclined to shout "objection."

But after softly persuading Wang Zhenhai a few times, he realized the rising anxiety was beyond his ability to calm.

Nan Zhubin’s statement this time was evidently more aggressive than the previous one.

Rather than blocking, it was better to release, so the defense lawyer could only advise, "You...try not to speak too much, no matter what they say, don’t give too much of a response. If anything seems off, I’ll stop it immediately."

The defense lawyer failed to realize his current words seemed to be fueling the fire.

Wang Zhenhai took a deep breath, clenched his teeth, forcing down an inner self a bit, as if addressing both the presiding judge and Nan Zhubin, "These accusations...are personal attacks."

Wanting to counter, yet forcibly restrained, leaving his words dry and lifeless.

Nan Zhubin asked, "Didn’t you feel happy when you first succeeded in your career, accumulated funds through your first business?"

Wang Zhenhai couldn’t speak.

"Your move into the AI industry later wasn’t because you initially seized the opportunity when the track didn’t have many competitors, being in the windfall era of your first business, trying to replicate and earn more?" Nan Zhubin queried with a bit of provocation.

Wang Zhenhai wanted to rebut.

But somehow, Wang Zhenhai’s response was, "...not era windfall."

His focus was intriguingly misplaced.

Hinted laughter seemed to arise again from the audience.