For a number of well-known reasons, including, but not limited to, federal vs. local disputes, the country's judicial system is incredibly complex and confusing, and conflicts between federal and state laws abound.

Yesterday the federal law overturned the state law, and today it may be the state law overturned the federal law in response to popular protests, although theoretically when the two conflict, the federal law should prevail, but in many cases, it is the opposite.

This is even reflected in the naming of courts in New York State, such as the hexagonal granite-faced building where Jack now lives, the full name of which is the New York State Supreme Court, but it is actually a court of first instance, not a higher court of appeal.

Resembling a temple, this Revival-style courthouse is fronted with 10 Corinthian marble columns and three stone statues at the top, representing law, truth, and equality.

On the lintel is also engraved a line of words to the effect that "strict adjudication of justice is the most solid pillar of a good government." What really interestingly Jack, however, was a statue standing in the plaza across the courthouse.

In that Greek mythology, which has been interpreted in countless works of art, the demigod Perseus cut off Medusa's head, and many sculptures, paintings, and even movies have recreated this classic scene.

The most famous of these is, of course, the Renaissance bronze statue of Perseus and Medusa, created by the Italian master sculptor, with Perseus holding a knife in his right hand and Medusa's head in his left.

The sculpture that Jack saw at this moment was the opposite, standing naked Medusa, and she was carrying the head of Perseus.

The statue appears to commemorate the guilty verdict handed down by a New York court not so long ago against a notorious Hollywood gold producer, because in the Roman rendition, Medusa and Minerva, defiled by Zeus, became one and the same person, and then turned into a monster by Athena.

So Medusa, who harmed the banshee, became a tragic figure who was bullied, and Athena, who was supposed to be the representative of women's will and spirit, became an accomplice of N power in the eyes of some people.

After some artistic appreciation, Jack came to his opinion, which was too realistic and a bit sagging.

A police armored car belonging to ESU stopped at the entrance of the courthouse, and Danny Regan, who was rarely dressed in a formal suit, appeared on the scene, and only after grinding and warming up with his wife Linda for a long time before reluctantly getting out of the car.

Tsk, the old husband and wife are still so crooked, Jack, who is also wearing a high-end suit, was forced to stuff a mouthful of rations, "It's almost okay, you don't want to miss the most dramatic moment, right?" ”

For the sake of these two of them, who can be regarded as the aftermath of the catastrophe, Jack waited for a while before pulling Danny into the courthouse quickly.

In a courtroom on the third floor, a grand jury, composed of ordinary citizens and assembled with great efficiency, sat in the middle of the house, while the minute hand of the wall clock on the wall had slowly moved past 6 o'clock.

Narcotics Special Attorney Lyle Greeney, who had been pacing back and forth between the dock and the jury, looked at the wall clock again, a subtle smile on the corner of his mouth, and then straightened his face and made a regretful expression to face the jury.

"I'm very sorry, ladies and gentlemen, but it looks like our witnesses missed their appointment."

He then turned to Raimondo Salazar and his lawyer in the dock, "Mr. Salazar, given that the prosecution has no choice but to release you in court, given that the prosecution has not been able to provide evidence that would link you to the murder of David Taley."

"Sorry, I'm late." Suddenly, the door of the courtroom was slammed open, and Danny, who was running profusely, stumbled as if he had been sent in by a strong force, and almost fell to the floor.

He barely stood still, straightened up in the surprised gaze of everyone, straightened the placket of his clothes, and then said solemnly, "I am Detective Regan, a witness to the murder of David Terry. ”

Behind him, Jack followed in without hesitation, smiling maliciously at the stunned Lyle Greeney and Raimondo Salazar in the dock, whose face instantly darkened.

——

More than two hours later, in the commissioner's office on the top floor of the New York Police Department, it was still the previous three, Chief Frank Reagan, Lyle Greeney and Jack.

"Congratulations to Lyle for finally sending the villain Raimondo Salazar to prison with your own hands." Frank invited the other party to sit down on the couch, but he stood across from him seemingly casually leaning on his desk, while Jack stood in the doorway with his arms folded.

I have to say that Lyle Greeney's acting skills are still quite good, the smile on his face is very natural, and he nodded again and again, "This prosecution is a big victory for the New York Police Department and the District Attorney's Office." ”

He then showed a look of confusion, "While I'm glad to see Danny Reagan present at the hearing as a witness as he once promised, it really won't attract anything. Troublesome? After all, Mr. Director had mentioned before. Important family"

Seeing his slur and more thoughtful appearance, Jack still admires him to be honest, but he can't make people grasp the slightest handle in words.

Frank answered his question very bluntly, "With the cooperation of the FBI, we captured Salazar's deputy, Lupino, and learned from him the address where my son's wife, Linda, was imprisoned, and then successfully rescued her. ”

"Ah, those crazy guys actually kidnapped your daughter-in-law, this is really" Lyle Greeney looked surprised to learn about it.

"Don't you wonder how we got to Lupino, and don't you want to know what he has to say?" Looking at the little fox sitting in front of him, the condescending old fox finally showed his fangs, but his tone seemed to be chatting about some unimportant trivial matter.

"We're going to indict you, Lyle, and when we come to court, we'll provide a key witness, and Lupino is willing to testify against you and his boss, plus we have a lot of evidence, including a recording of your phone call with Lupino."

"It's a damn slur, I'm getting out of here now." Lyle Greeney, who finally realized that something was wrong, immediately got up from the sofa, only to see that Jack, who had been standing at the door, had already opened the office door first.

Danny and his sister Erin, who is an assistant prosecutor, rushed in with two NYPD officers and showed him an arrest warrant.

"Lyle Greeney, you've been arrested on charges of bribery and abuse of power." Danny waved his hand in a frenzy, and the two officers behind him stepped forward to cuff him.

Frank put his arms around his little daughter with a doting expression, "Would you like to read a manifesto for him?" My dear. ”

"Of course." Erin nodded, and stood in front of Lyle Greeney, whose hands were already restrained behind her back.

"You have the right to remain silent, everything you say will be used as evidence in court, you have the right to a lawyer, and if you can't afford it, a lawyer will be assigned to you before the questioning begins."

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"Thank you, Jack, for all you do for our family." Looking at the prosecutor who was escorted out in frustration, Danny turned around excitedly and hugged Jack.

"Okay, okay, you better leave this loving hug to Linda, she's not frightened, is she?" Jack struggled to pull his arm away from himself.

"Of course not, she's also a strong Regan, and the first thing she said when she met me was, I knew you'd find me." Danny had a happy smile on his face.

"Son, what do you think of this week's family dinner, which is at your home on Staten Island?"

Frank patted his eldest son on the shoulder hard, making the latter simply overjoyed, "Of course no problem, Linda will die of joy." ”

After speaking, the director turned to Jack again, and the look in his eyes was a little inexplicable, "You can come along, Jack." ”

The picture of the statue was rejected by the review, and I can't help it.

(End of chapter)