Chapter 517: Chapter 517

Han Lei’s steadfast refusal also became a point of suspicion for everyone.

This Mrs. Wang wouldn’t let it go and even said countless times, directly accusing Han Lei of being a thief!

All the onlookers were egging Han Lei to hurry up and take out all his private stuff to prove his innocence.

But Han Lei simply refused to yield!

It was Han Lei’s insistence on protecting his dignity as well as his most stubborn persistence!

At this moment, even the junior police officer couldn’t stand it anymore. He directly urged Han Lei, "Young man, quickly take your things out and have a look. Forget about dignity; proving your innocence is the most important! If you really won’t take them out, I will have to exercise my rights. As the police, I have the authority to ask you to produce any of your private belongings."

Han Lei was so adamant that he gritted his teeth, and his hands at his side clenched tightly, "No one is allowed to trample on my dignity! I said I would not steal, and I won’t steal! I’m not that kind of person! My family isn’t without money!"

"Then just take it out!"

On the side, Han Feiyi had already rolled her eyes at her foolish brother several times. Seeing that he still spoke in this manner, she couldn’t help but lose her temper, "Others are bullying you, and you’re acting so stubborn. Are you sick or what!"

"You’re the one with a sick brain!"

Han Lei shouted at Han Feiyi unreservedly, seemingly without any brother-sister affection, "Mind your own business! If you don’t like it, get lost!"

Being rebuffed by Han Lei in front of everyone, especially in front of Pu Sangzhi, Han Feiyi’s chest heaved with anger. She stood up from the small sofa and stormed to the counter asking the shopkeeper, "Where’s his bag? If he won’t take it, I will!"

"Based on what are you touching my things!"

Han Lei grabbed Han Feiyi’s hand and pulled her behind him, snapping, "No one is allowed to touch my things! Don’t you know what privacy rights are! Today, if anyone dares to touch my belongings, even if it causes a big scene, I’ll take the person to court!"

Han Lei truly burst into anger this time, his temper flaring. With a swing of his hand, he sent the computer, notebook, and pen holder on the counter clattering to the floor! Thɪs chapter is updated by 𝕟𝕠𝕧𝕖𝕝·𝕗𝕚𝕣𝕖·𝕟𝕖𝕥

He had started to create a commotion!

This originally small issue escalated due to each person’s temperament and stubbornness.

This matter also became the most meaningful lesson of the summer job for Pu Sangzhi.

In this huge social circle, there are indeed all kinds of people, two incompatible personalities, and too many unresolved conflicts.

Often, the existence of such conflicts is because both parties are unwilling to give in, or after one side steps back, the other still presses aggressively.

Indeed, interpersonal relations are the most challenging aspect of social interaction.

"Mom, look at his temper! He’s guilty of something!"

With less physical strength than Han Lei, Han Feiyi turned to Zhao Xiuqin, "It’s just looking through a bag; what’s there to insist on! Guarding your own things so closely, could it be that you really did steal something!"

"What nonsense are you talking about! Your brother isn’t that kind of person!"

Zhao Xiuqin chastised Han Feiyi, yet she still persuaded Han Lei, "Son, things have come this far, just hurry up and take out the bag. Take out your belongings for everyone to see, Mom will always believe in you!"

Just as Han Lei was about to refuse, Pu Sangzhi interjected, "It’s still that law. According to the provisions of Article 120 of the ’General Principles of Civil Law,’ when a citizen’s right to reputation is infringed, the victim has the right to demand a cessation of infringement, restoration of reputation, elimination of impact, an apology, and may also demand compensation for losses!"

"Mrs. Wang, you have not seen our staff take your phone, yet you have been framing and accusing him, designating our staff as a thief. Everyone here is a witness, including the police officer. If you still insist that he is a thief, once he proves his innocence, you will need to compensate him for his mental suffering!"

Pu Sangzhi’s words were addressed to Mrs. Wang, but also meant for everyone to hear.

Including letting Han Lei know that he could choose to have the law protect him as well as uphold his personal dignity.

In short, Pu Sangzhi’s actions can be said to be clever and natural.

Just by bringing up practical laws and real situations, he was able to turn the tide and protect Han Lei.

The development of the situation until now has always been driven by the solutions provided by Pu Sangzhi.

After her first legal example, the store avoided responsibility.

After the second legal example was mentioned, Han Lei also received protection.

Of course, the police were on her side, on the side of the law.

The young police officer looked at her with admiration in his eyes, "Heard that? Don’t suspect people without evidence. What are you planning to do now? I’ll tell you, if this young man proves his innocence, he can completely take you to court, and then not only will you have to apologize, but you’ll also have to compensate him for emotional distress."

"Where has such a thing ever happened?"

Ms. Wang just couldn’t believe it, "You all think I’m a fool, huh! My phone was lost in the store, oh, the store isn’t responsible, doesn’t have to pay! My phone was lost because of him, I suspect he stole it, I ask him to take out his bag to search, and now I’m supposed to apologize and compensate him! I’m the one who lost the phone, I’m the person who suffered the loss, and now all of you are making me out to be the bad guy! It’s as if I have to take full responsibility, not only do I not get compensated, but I also have to pay someone else! There’s such a thing under the heavens?"

Pu Sangzhi took over to explain, "You don’t need to be eloquent here defending yourself, you know very well whether you’re responsible for the things you’ve said and done. If you force Han Lei to turn out his bag for you today, then you better be ready to be sued in court! And then it won’t just end with a settlement of 5000 yuan, lawsuits cost money, and so does compensation! We live in a society governed by law, not the old society where you could cause trouble with just a few words. Think carefully about it!"

Pu Sangzhi spoke these words with righteous indignation.

When her voice fell, there even were faint clapping sounds, and everyone looked askance to see that it was Ye Qingcao clapping in the women’s clothing area.

Seeing that everyone’s attention had turned, Ye Qingcao’s clapping stopped.

But in her heart, she gave a thumbs up to Pu Sangzhi!

She was utterly in awe of her friend who combined intelligence, beauty, and physical prowess!

"I... if I search his bag, I might have to compensate..."

Ms. Wang took a deep breath, followed by three heavy gasps as if she couldn’t bear this shock, "Such a thing exists in this world... there really is such a thing... you’re all too cruel... it really is the wicked who prosper, truly..."

"China’s laws are gradually improving, able to guarantee the personal rights of every citizen, and will become more refined in the future. Your old ways of slandering people with words, creating a scene, and intimidating others into submission are no longer suitable!"

Pu Sangzhi couldn’t help but stand tall and confident, beginning to speak, "I ask you now, are you sure he stole your phone? If you’re certain, the police can exercise their authority to search his bag forcefully! But he has also said, whoever offends his rights today, he will take to court."

By now, the situation was very clear.

Ms. Wang was completely backed into a corner by Pu Sangzhi, while Han Lei had the upper hand.

Han Lei watched Pu Sangzhi fight for his rights, heart swelling with heat, as if something poured into his bones and circulated through his body with his blood...

In that moment, suddenly, he let go of his insistence and took the initiative to step back, "Fine, I can take out all my things. As for compensation, I just ask you to waive the store’s compensation and then apologize to me."

No one expected Han Lei to take the initiative to back down, and such a big step at that.

This was so unexpected that Pu Sangzhi couldn’t help but turn around, her eyes full of surprise as she met his dark ones.

Han Lei took a step forward, reached out to touch Pu Sangzhi’s head, and lifted the corners of his mouth to her, revealing a smile he had never shown anyone else...

Seeing such an expression on Han Lei, Pu Sangzhi thought: oh no, could he have taken a liking to her because of her courageous behavior?

Afterward, Han Lei called the police officer, the store manager, and Ms. Wang to go into the employee dressing room together.

He took out his bag from the locker, exposing all his personal belongings in front of everyone, and indeed, Ms. Wang’s phone was not there.

The situation had escalated to this point...

After all was said and done, and without gaining anything, Ms. Wang still mentioned wanting the store to compensate her 500 yuan.

But the store manager didn’t compensate a single penny.

The police also testified to this.

Around 9 o’clock, the three parties were brought to the police station together to make a written record.

Pu Sangzhi and Ye Qingcao stayed in the store with the old employees to clean up the aftermath...

However, around 9:30, two more customers came into the store!

"Hey! Wasn’t the store open this morning? Why is it not open tonight?"

Huo Feng’s voice came from the entrance of the store...