Many of them have committed countless crimes without a shred of remorse. Things that most people would hesitate over out of conscience, they do without a second thought. Research even suggests that most Extreme Alphas border on sociopathy or outright psychopathy.That’s probably why they’ve climbed to the very top. There’s no such thing as pure wealth and power in this world.History’s worst serial killer was an Extreme Alpha—and he felt no guilt, of course.Every tyrant I can name was an Extreme Alpha.I frowned at the memory of him, infamous for mercilessly purging dissent. The worst part is that most of them receive only light sentences—or none at all.That happens because they occupy society’s highest tiers. Miller Law Firm is notorious for devilish advocacy, and for astronomical fees they’ve never lost a case. No matter what crimes their clients commit, they manage to secure acquittals—thanks in part to their deeply rooted lobbying.The ruthless pursuit of any means necessary.Money and power can buy anything. That’s their creed. I pressed my lips together.Punishing the guilty is my job.I glanced over my shoulder: the victim’s parents stood there. I gave a brief nod in greeting, then returned my gaze to the front as the judge entered and everyone rose.“…This is the preliminary hearing. Its purpose is to determine whether there is sufficient evidence to bind the defendant over to the grand jury. The defense may waive this hearing.”The defense counsel raised no objection. The judge recited the charges.“…Jonathan Davis is charged with kidnapping Anthony Smith, forcibly administering drugs, gang rape, assault, and shooting the victim to death. Prosecutor Chrissy Jin, call your first witness.”I rose and fastened a button on my suit jacket.The first witness was the deceased Anthony Smith’s long-time friend. After taking the oath, he sat in the witness box. The defense counsel remained silent through direct examination and, when asked by the judge if he would cross-examine, simply replied, “No.”“Very well. I find the prosecution’s evidence sufficient. Jonathan Davis will be held in custody until further order.”After setting the grand-jury date, the judge paused to ask if there was anything further. Only then did the defense counsel stand.“Your Honor, the defense wishes to request bail. Mr. Davis is a member of a prominent local family and poses no flight risk. He will cooperate fully with the proceedings, so we ask that bail be granted.”The judge glanced at me. I stood immediately.“He is a suspect in a brutal homicide. There is a risk of further offenses and potential evidence tampering. We oppose bail. We also request passport confiscation due to the risk of overseas flight.”“My client is merely a respectable taxpayer. He has grown quite weak in custody…”“Ah, so that’s why your complexion looks so good. I almost thought you’d enjoyed a steak dinner this morning.”I cut him off with a smirk; the counsel’s jaw dropped in disbelief. As he moved to protest again, I continued.“He has both the means and motive to threaten witnesses. It’s only right to detain him until the grand jury convenes.”“Prosecutor, you’re defaming my client on the basis of uncertain evidence.”“I believe the evidence is sufficient. Otherwise, the hearing would not have passed. Or do you doubt the court’s judgment?”“Prosecutor, you’re quibbling over semantics.”“Quiet, please.”The judge silenced us both and delivered his ruling.“Bail is denied. The defendant’s passport will be seized, and he will remain in custody until the grand jury. Court is adjourned.”He struck the gavel. The defense counsel watched, stunned, as Jonathan Davis was led away. I ignored them, gathered my papers, and departed.“Jin—Prosecutor Chrissy Jin!”As soon as I left the courtroom, the defense counsel followed. Knowing exactly what he’d say, I strode forward without turning.“Hey, wait up! Prosecutor Jin!”He sprinted to catch up, matching my long strides, and offered magnanimously,“Let’s make it third-degree—five years. Sound good?”I couldn’t bring myself to laugh. Good for whom? Though plea negotiations are customary at this stage, his proposal was absurd.“I’ll see you in court.”I spoke tersely and resumed walking; he hurried alongside.“So tell me what you want. We’re ready to negotiate on Davis’s behalf.”I faced forward. “Life imprisonment? Or the death penalty?”“Haha, you’ve got a sense of humor.”He laughed loudly, treating the situation like a joke—but it only cooled my resolve further.“Humor? Me?”I glared at him, my face as grim as ever. A faint Alpha scent lingered around him—so proud to unleash pheromones the moment he left the courtroom. I was sick of Alpha arrogance.He seemed taken aback and then switched tactics. “Surely you don’t intend to go all the way to trial?”I kept walking and asked, “Why wouldn’t I?”His face twisted, and with a more threatening tone he said, “You’d be better off settling. Do you really think you can win, without even hearing our terms…?”“Yes.”I cut him off without hesitation.“It’s the prosecution’s job to present terms, not yours. And I have none to offer.”I narrowed my eyes in deliberate ridicule.“Besides, victory is all but certain on my side.”The counsel’s expression stiffened—a Beta getting openly mocked would have bruised his pride.“Why make this so difficult? It’s no big deal.”His words stopped me. I realized my face had hardened beyond control. A ⊛ Nоvеlιght ⊛ (Read the full story) distant memory stirred, and I heard gunfire echo in my mind.“Prosecutor Jin.”The hallucination faded. Startled back to reality, I turned to see one of my staff.“The Prosecutor General is calling for you.”At this, the counsel’s face snapped back into place.“Then I’ll await your call.”He offered his card, which I ignored as I walked away. I could feel his astonished gaze but didn’t look back.“Have you found him?”Greeting me in his office, the Prosecutor General indicated a folding chair over his desk.“Oh, sit.”He waited until I took my seat and straightened up, then spoke.“So, have you made contact with Davis’s counsel?”

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