In the courtroom, there is no room for jest; once words are spoken, they cannot be taken back.
The judge sternly looked at Huo Danru: "Defense witness, is what you said true?"
Huo Danru nodded: "True."
An Cheng glared angrily: "You're lying! You haven't broken up with my dad. You two went out to see a show together the night before last!"
Another wave of low exclamations swept through the courtroom.
Huo Danru turned her head indifferently towards An Cheng, the warmth in her eyes receding: "Prosecutor, I came to testify today solely because of my professional background, having been hired as an expert witness. I originally thought I was just here to testify, to help the people who hired me say what is necessary under my expertise, and then leave. In ordinary cases, I am just a passerby, a supporting character, never expecting that I might accidentally become the protagonist in the courtroom."
