The Judgment Chief spoke again, making inquiries. Following a renewed investigation by the public security organs, it was determined that the total amount Meng Lei had defrauded reached 820,000 yuan.
"I have no objections."
In the defendant's dock, Meng Lei glanced at Tian Shulan and shamelessly admitted his guilt. After the last court session, he had a detailed discussion with his legal aid lawyer and learned some astounding news: the penalty for an instigator is the same as for the crime instigated. In other words, the more he was sentenced, the more Tian Shulan would be sentenced as well—just a few years less than him.
"I do not plead guilty!"
However, Tian Shulan stood up, attempting to argue, "The money was borrowed in Meng Lei's personal name. At most, I was aware of it; it has nothing to do with me."
