There are two types of strategies.
One is a conspiracy, and the other is an open plot.
In legal proceedings, many lawyers usually adopt the first method when paid to do their job.
For example, the trick Keisuke used before was to induce changes in the evidence to destroy the original logical chain.
Or they may exploit loopholes in laws and regulations to reduce the suspect's culpability or prevent them from being convicted.
But there's also the second method.
Without breaking any rules, acting only within existing conditions, not changing any factors—taking advantage of the situation and acting openly to achieve better hopes and results.
This is an open plot.
This is the trick Keisuke used.
By taking advantage of Nanatsuki Koshimizu's status as a woman, she pretended to be pitiful, seeking sympathy in court to improve the judge's and jury's positive impression of her. Koshimizu's acting skills are good, and she seems to have considerable talent for performance.
Japan is a country that places great importance on women's rights.
On the subway, if a woman catches a "pervert," he will usually punch the woman, turning the situation from sexual harassment into a physical altercation, simply because the consequences for harassment are more severe than for a fight.
In a country dominated by women's rights, what will be the outcome of this trial?
"Hate is a sharp sword that can harm people! Because a good friend of mine, whom I have known since childhood, was innocently murdered. My client, impulsive and filled with hatred, did something irreparable. It is truly sad..."
At that moment, Keisuke took out a handkerchief, wiped his tears, and still appeared inconsolable.
Of course, all his expressions and tones were fake.
In terms of acting, if Yue Shui could score 9 points, he would score 9.9.
Keisuke has maxed out his lying skill tree since birth.
"I believe that if God gives her the chance to start over, she would never make such a foolish mistake again. I believe she has repented!"
Keisuke sighed, secretly winking at Conan on the witness stand.
Conan's current mood was evident.
Faced with such provocation, his face turned pale, his eyes nearly spitting fire as he fiercely glared at Keisuke.
"Damn it, this guy, this bastard..."
Conan cursed inwardly.
Of course, he saw through Keisuke Kumiko's tactics.
By taking advantage of her female identity, she deliberately admitted guilt first, gaining an advantage through a good "repentant" attitude.
If my guess is correct, Keisuke will definitely reverse the situation later, for example, by pointing out any doubts in the evidence, so that the judge hesitates and directly declares her innocent—without even negotiating or postponing the case.
One thing leads to another, and with Conan's highly intelligent mind, he had already deduced the upcoming trial process.
The other side was scheming and cautious in every step.
But even so, Conan had no other options.
Because Keisuke had not used any illegal means or employed any sophistry—so far, he had only been "stating the facts."
This was an open plot. You know the other side is scheming, but you can't do anything about it.
"Objection!"
Hattori Heiji, beside him, quickly stood up after realizing the situation.
"This guy is clearly inciting people to say those things!"
He shouted, pointing at Keisuke and Nanatsuki Koshimizu.
"Don't be fooled, their expressions are fake!"
However, the judge immediately struck the gavel: "Objection overruled! Special witnesses, please remain silent, follow the court procedures, and do not act outside your role!"
Hattori Heiji had to sit down, disappointed.
He couldn't do anything—he wasn't the prosecutor.
Even if it were the prosecutor, objecting at this moment would be truly pointless, because Keisuke was following normal procedures and was still in the stage where "the defendant expresses their stance on the accusation."
"Kudo, this trial is not in our favor,"
Hattori said in a low voice.
"Yeah, this guy is really good at manipulating people's hearts."
Conan looked troubled, staring coldly at Keisuke.
But soon, he spoke again in a deep voice.
"It doesn't matter. I have irrefutable evidence."
The first stage ended quickly.
Faced with Nanatsuki Koshimizu's vivid performance, everyone present was moved by her expression.
The internal scales had already tilted toward this "poor woman who was forced into revenge in the heat of the moment."
Keisuke could see it all through their shifting favorability bars.
The corners of his mouth curled slightly.
Very good. As long as we follow the plan, the outcome of this trial is still predetermined.
Next, it was time for the second stage.
This was the evidence collection stage.
The second step was undoubtedly necessary. Even if the defendant admitted to killing someone, they couldn't be sentenced on the spot.
To convict someone, evidence must exist. It's impossible to arrest someone immediately after they turn themselves in at a police station.
The prosecutor prepared an evaluation report.
"This is the Forensic Science Division of the Metropolitan Police Department. Using PCR technology, we extracted relevant DNA from the murder weapon, the hammer. After identification, it was confirmed to be the DNA of the suspect, Nanatsuki Koshimizu. Additionally, her fingerprints were also extracted from the murder weapon, proving that the defendant came into contact with it."
The prosecutor handed the identification report to the court through the judge's clerk.
After inspection, the judge nodded and looked at Keisuke.
"Does the defendant and their attorney have any objections to this evidence?"
"No objections."
Keisuke, on the other hand, smiled faintly and said it without any rebuttal.
The only fingerprints on the murder weapon were Nanatsuki Koshimizu's.
Koshimizu had not worn gloves or used tools when committing the crime, as she had no intention of escaping. She originally planned to kill someone and then trap everyone on a deserted island. To do this, she even destroyed the island's only radio communication device. However, in the end, she was discovered by Ran and Kazuha (Hattori Heiji's childhood friend).
Of course, Kumimon couldn't manipulate this evidence like before, because it had always been firmly controlled by the prosecution.
But that was fine—evidence was not absolute.
Sometimes, the winning piece of the puzzle was in the opponent's hands.
But ownership was only temporary.
What seemed unfavorable could be reversed at the last moment due to certain factors.
After the defendant admitted guilt, the judge looked at the prosecutor.
"The prosecution may present more conclusive evidence."
Fingerprints and DNA on the murder weapon alone were not enough, because they only proved that the defendant had touched it—not that they had used it to kill someone.
The prosecutor nodded in response to the judge's request.
"The prosecution calls special witness Conan to testify."
Then, all eyes turned to the blue-clad boy with the bowtie on the stand.
Conan became serious and reached his right hand into his pocket.
After a moment, he took out something resembling a listening device.
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