Chapter 863
It is a matter of common sense that where a crime is committed, he will be tried. But aliens don't seem to be among them.
It doesn't matter if they entered the country illegally without applying, or if they brought the war to the earth, or if they did crimes on the earth and caused huge losses of people and property.
S.H.I.E.L.D. agents have tried their best to catch this alien, and there will always be people who suddenly stop and shout, the Great Sage... The agent showed mercy, this evil animal secretly descended while I was asleep, and hoped to give me a thin face to take back for punishment.
In the face of this request, the agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. agreed to it, leaving a piece of chicken feathers to clean up by themselves. It makes the earth seem like a colonial country without sovereignty.
Sadly, however, everyone seems to be accustomed to this situation, and why. It should be their preconceived belief that extraterrestrial civilizations are much more advanced than Earth, and if they do not agree to their demands, it may lead to serious interstellar diplomatic disputes, or even wars.
If it is really the alien fleet that has already driven to the doorstep, and the cannon barrel is pointed at the earth, or the identity of the prisoner is like Loki, an alien crown prince is very sensitive, then it makes sense to compromise after weighing the pros and cons.
However, they should never just treat Loki's special case as the norm. It also misses a key question, that is, are all alien civilizations really so unreasonable?
Just like the demon girl Lorelei this time, according to S.H.I.E.L.D.'s own plan, it should be handed over to Sif after being captured, so that she can bring it back to Asgard. The property damage and casualties she caused can only be regarded as a relatively regrettable accident.
S.H.I.E.L.D. did this in order to maintain a good relationship with Asgard. But Sif had already made it clear that the prisoners who escaped from Asgard had no political status at all, so would Earth's natural offer of asking her to pay for the crimes she committed on Earth really affect the relationship with Asgard?
If this is the case, then how small must the rulers of Asgard be, and how fragile should the psychology of their people be?
And although Sif said that the queen of heaven asked her to bring Lorelei back, she never said that this matter was non-negotiable, which is equivalent to her first offering a price and waiting for S.H.I.E.L.D. to land and repay the money. But no matter what the overall situation was thinking about by S.H.I.E.L.D. before, it was too undeserved to give up so easily without even discussing it, without trying. People have given you a chance to reason, who can you blame if you don't talk about it?
Moreover, this kind of groveling behavior is definitely not exchanged for good diplomatic relations and respect, but contempt and indication.
That's why Evenson arranged this one and asked Higgle to keep Lorelei. Of course, he has no interest in asserting American sovereignty and upholding the majesty of the law, and what he wants to do is only a stark contrast.
Now the Black Chapter Department can not only deal with alien issues like S.H.I.E.L.D., but also not be as weak as S.H.I.E.L.D., and the Black Chapter Department can uphold the sovereignty and laws of the United States when conditions permit.
Presumably, after this, the image of the Black Seal Department will become taller, and its prestige will also rise.
"I now carry out your arrest in accordance with the rights granted to you by the Constitution, and this is a warrant. After returning to the plane, McNay stood across from Lorelei with a very serious attitude, and shoved a document into her hand, "Now declare your right, you have the right to remain silent, but every word you say will be a testimony in court." ”
"It's a lot more human than Asgard. Lorelei didn't seem interested in any of this, but just stretched her hands forward, "Please, cuff me now, and how long do I have to go to Earth Prison?"
"What a mistake. Coulson and the others stood aside and watched this scene, and their hearts were really mixed" I didn't expect Ms. Sif to be so talkative, and Asgard would actually agree to hand over their people to Earth for disposal. ”
"It's just that now the earth is serving a sentence, and after that it will still be handed over to Asgard. Evenson reminded with a smile.
"That would have to be at least two hundred years from now. Coulson rolled his eyes, for so long, the family sacrifice has not forgotten to tell Naon, you think too much, at that time, I guess my grandson was a fart. Thinking of this, Coulson sighed again, "I knew we wanted to discuss it with Ms. Shy, but you are just watching from here?"
"What?" Evenson glanced at Coulson and asked, "You're letting me rob someone?"
"I can do it at any time, but after the fight, have you thought about how S.H.I.E.L.D. will explain this matter to the U.S. government?"
"Who told you to do it?" Coulson didn't dare to think about it. Otherwise, you really think that the U.S. government is a face-to-face, and now their patience with the shield bureau has reached the limit, and if there is another incident of S.H.I.E.L.D. attacking members of the Black Chapter Department and forcibly taking away criminals, it will really turn their faces.
"S.H.I.E.L.D. and Ms. Sif have a deep friendship, and you are very familiar with her, and you are usually able to speak kindly, so can you go over and negotiate with her and let us bring the prisoner back?"
"Isn't it?" Evenson looked at Coulson with disdain, "You didn't fight for it just now, and now that people have left people behind, you want to force it?"
"I'm an agent. Coulson said solemnly, "We are specially trained, how can we be embarrassed? ”
"You're thinking too much. Evenson snorted and said, "How can people spit out this meat that has already eaten in their mouths?And Lady Sif is also a powerful figure in Asgard, can people take it back if she says it?"
"I said—" Coulson suddenly looked at Evenson for a long time, "you can't be bought by them, right?"
As soon as this remark came out, Evenson was immediately shocked. Could it be that the matter of leaning towards the black chapter department has been seen? Shouldn't it, where is this flaw?
But who knows, Coulson continued, "You seem to have gotten something lately... The New York Special Contribution Citizen Award is said to be a great benefit given to you by the government, and the water and electricity of your small shop are completely free. ”
"Hmph, how can that be!" said Evenson, whose face darkened, and walked away on the spot.
"It's... What's wrong?" Coulson was a little puzzled, he could tell that Evenson was really angry, not pretending at all. But according to what he knew about Evenson, the other party would definitely be dismissive of this kind of thing, and there would be a lot of explanations for it.
"Don't talk about it. Melinda shook her head on the side, looking at Evenson's back and walking away in a negative mood, the corners of her mouth hooked up a hint of arc, as if she was holding back a smile, "If there is no such thing as a broken award, he will not be found out about changing the water meter..."
Coulson "......"
Evenson didn't know how to engineer, but as we all know, engineering was poor for three generations, so in addition to modifying his own car, he could only tinker with the water and electricity meters at home. What's the matter, Lao Tzu has saved New York and repelled the attacks of the Zetarians, so why should I pay utility bills for this contribution?
Anyway, Lorelei is now in the hands of the Black Sheet, and McKenna has already reported the matter. And when the plane landed at the designated airport, General Alvin Hogg, who had talked about business with the Ereda Twins, actually led a team of American troops to greet him in person, which shows how much the U.S. government attaches great importance to this matter, and from the corners of the general's mouth that can no longer be closed, it can be seen how satisfied the U.S. government is with this operation of the Black Barrier Department.
And this Hogg General was arrogant to Coulson, and he didn't look at them when he said polite words, but when he saw Siff, he immediately changed his face: "Ms. Siff, on behalf of the President and the U.S. government, I would like to extend my sincere greetings to you. ”
But Siv was a little wooden, and it was Higgrune who came to the general's side and reminded him in a low voice, "At this time, since you represent the country and the president, you should pay tribute to the queen of heaven first." ”
"Oh. General Hogg nodded, and instead asked, "Does the U.S. government and the president ask the queen of heaven?"
Only then did Sif show a smile, "Saint Bow, the general has worked hard." ”
"Where, where," said General Hogg with a dry laugh, "Asgard, you are a good friend of the American people, and this time Ms. Schiff is deeply aware of the righteousness, and is willing to uphold the majesty of American law and educate us to judge the criminals, which is enough to prove that the friendship between our two countries goes back a long way." ”
Coulson's eyes glared, if you were from another country, I would believe it, the United States? How long can he be in this long?
Although General Hogg is a soldier, but his rank is high enough for him, it is naturally impossible not to deal with politics, so the political officer's diplomatic rhetoric is easy to come by, and no matter what he says, he will not blush. And he also extended a special and sincere invitation to Sif .
In order to ensure that the U.S. government's trial of Lorelei is fair and rigorous, and at the same time to ensure her human rights, Sif can sit in on the trial and even join a jury.
It stands to reason that it would be a bit of a joke to ask an alien who doesn't know anything about American law to join the jury, but then again, this trial is just a show.
After McNagha reported the matter, the president of the United States was simply ecstatic, and immediately called a cabinet meeting, called both the federal justice and the chief prosecutor, and set the tone for the matter.
It can be said that Lorelei has not yet been tried, her charges and sentence have been given, and the rest is just a procedure. But this program must go big and be known to everyone.
The trial of aliens is definitely the first in the history of diplomacy and justice on Earth. This is undoubtedly a shot in the arm for the people who are gradually becoming disillusioned with the government, and adds a unique achievement to the current president.
Haha, Lao Tzu is worried about how to be re-elected, some time ago, the promotion bureau made me disgraced, and I wanted to give up. But I didn't expect this person to sit at home, happy to come from heaven. Judicial trials of aliens, thinking about the presidents of the United States, who has ever had such an achievement? So Sichuan Jianguo wants to take my position, phew, you think of beauty!
Secretary, has the press conference been arranged, hurry up, I can't wait!
And the federal justices have now broken their heads in order to compete to be the presiding judge of this case, and the prosecutors are all sharpened to be the prosecutors this time.
And because Lorelei doesn't understand the laws of the earth and doesn't have a lawyer, the public defenders don't wait for the government to assign them this time, and they just rush to get it, but they can think too much. At the same time, well-known law firms in the United States said that this time they could post it without charging money, and they must be Lorelai's defender. It doesn't matter if you win or lose, the key is to be famous, and the key is the advertising effect!
Therefore, this time, the judicial lineup can be described as particularly luxurious, with the nine heavenly kings of federal judges, the four major protectors of prosecutors eager to try, and the defense lawyers are even more luxurious in the United States, forming a powerful lawyer team that is even more luxurious than when Fisker was tried.
And the courtroom scene has completely become a stage for these guys' personal performances. The judge is sitting in danger and flaunting his profound legal knowledge, and the prosecutor is talking in the courtroom, looking up to the sky with tears in his eyes, and it can be said that he has used his life's skills.
And in order to attract people's attention, defense lawyers are even more sophistry. One of the most thought-provoking arguments is that turning a human into a zombie counts as murder, can a sorcery spell or ability count as a murder weapon, does a zombie have to be dead, and can he be considered another life form. So my defendant is at best an intentional injury, not a murder.
However, Lorelei's conviction was negotiated in advance, so although the defense lawyer's arguments were thought-provoking, they were still dismissed. The jury exchanged opinions, and the presiding judge solemnly announced that the defendant Lorelei was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to 235 years in prison.
And because of the widespread attention that this trial has caused, and the novel defense arguments of the defense lawyers. So after the fact, this precedent was invoked and the "Lorelei First Amendment" was written, which people called the Enchantress Amendment, or the Alien Amendment.
In particular, it is stipulated that spells, abilities, and witchcraft can be regarded as murder weapons, and the use of this ability on them without the consent of the person concerned can be regarded as intentional injury, and if it causes death, it is manslaughter or murder.
This amendment has added a strong stroke to the judicial history of the United States and even the world. It fills a gap in the current administration of justice, that is, how to convict the supernatural or the magician! The contribution of this amendment is immeasurable!
So after Evenson watched it, he almost didn't smash the TV! Damn, why is this going around and around me? It's purely aimed at me, right?!