As Zhang Tae Jun's words fell, the reporters seemed to be injected with new vitality. The atmosphere in the venue was instantly ignited and became extremely enthusiastic.
Choi Eun Ho silently observed all this, secretly marveling at Zhang Tae Jun's precise control of emotional rhythm, which had reached a level of mastery.
It was simply breathtaking!
"Please be quiet!"
Zhang Tae Jun coughed lightly, signaling that Choi Eun Ho could begin his speech.
"Next, our Chief Prosecutor Choi will give a briefing, followed by a question-and-answer session in the scheduled order."
Choi Eun Ho smiled and nodded, gracefully getting up and adjusting his suit. Then, he bowed deeply to the reporters, displaying a confident and composed demeanor.
"Good morning, media friends."
"I am Choi Eun Ho, a prosecutor from the Criminal Division Six of the Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office."
"Ever since I witnessed those prosecutors who tirelessly devoted themselves to our country's judicial justice and social peace, I have set my sights on becoming one of them. Now, I have finally realized this dream."
"This is just the beginning of my success. I will fight crime to the end, eliminate corruption, and purify the judicial environment. I am willing to follow in the footsteps of the Minister, the Deputy Minister, the Chief Prosecutor, and all my senior prosecutors, and keep moving forward."
Choi Eun Ho's words were filled with determination:
"To achieve this goal, I proactively contacted criminal organizations, gained their trust, and relayed their intelligence to the prosecutors' office to combat crime.
As for why I am now publicly disclosing my actions, it's because I no longer need to hide them!"
As soon as Choi Eun Ho finished speaking, a wave of exclamations erupted from the crowd below.
Standing at the podium, Choi Eun Ho looked ahead with a firm gaze: "Under the leadership of Deputy Minister Zhang, I declare that the Criminal Division Six of the Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office will immediately mobilize all its resources and launch a fierce offensive against criminal organizations.
We will use all the intelligence and evidence at our disposal to set up a dragnet, bringing all the criminal organizations in the Seoul Central District to justice!"
I solemnly promise to the citizens and media reporters present: "We will give Seoul citizens a peaceful, orderly, and friendly society.
All of this is inseparable from Deputy Minister Zhang Tae Jun's farsightedness and strong leadership."
Another wave of commotion arose among the audience, and people began to discuss among themselves.
A reporter stood up and boldly asked:
"Chief Prosecutor Choi, as the son-in-law of the Seven Stars Society leader, how can you guarantee that you will not be swayed by personal emotions during law enforcement?"
Choi Eun Ho did not shy away from this sharp question. He nodded in approval of the reporter's courage, then responded with even more conviction:
"This reporter friend asked a very good question. From beginning to end, I, Choi Eun Ho, have always adhered to the principle of the law being supreme and impartial.
In the face of the law's majesty, any personal emotions must yield. There is no room for sentimentality, nor any room for favoritism.
For illegal acts, we must punish them severely according to the law, upholding the justice and order of society!"
"Then, Chief Prosecutor Choi..." A reporter eagerly asked a question.
Before the reporter finished speaking, Choi Eun Ho bowed deeply again, interrupting him with a serious expression:
"Moreover, I must apologize to my wife, who has always loved me deeply.
I admit that I once had the idea of using her as a stepping stone to connect with criminal organizations. For this, I feel deep remorse."
Choi Eun Ho repeatedly recalled in his mind those painful memories, struggling to squeeze out a few tears.
He raised his head, at a perfect 45-degree angle, preventing the tears from falling easily.
Come on, if tears fall, what will the reporters film?
He knew in his heart that, according to Zhang Su Xi's character, she must be watching the live television broadcast right now.
Since there was this opportunity to perform, he should go all out.
After all, he worked hard in everything he did, and that was: dedication!
The timing seemed just right, and the cameras had captured enough footage.
Choi Eun Ho gently wiped away the two tears, continuing his statement:
"My wife is a beautiful and pure embodiment of justice. She deeply despises evil and hates it with a passion.
She is a judge and feels regret and disgust for her past.
I ask everyone not to question her fairness and justice because of her identity. Kamsahamnida."
As the words ended, Choi Eun Ho bowed deeply, at a 90-degree angle, for a long time without straightening up.
He was afraid, afraid that he wouldn't be able to control his expression, that he might be overwhelmed by his own speech!
The reporters in the audience were buzzing with discussion. When Choi Eun Ho demonstrated his ruthless, unyielding determination to fight crime, the male reporters were awestruck, with exclamations echoing through the hall.
The female reporters were more attracted by the latter part of Choi Eun Ho's words.
His resolute gaze, his upright posture, in such a formal and public setting, he openly apologized to his wife without any hesitation, that determination to hold back tears and prevent them from falling, undoubtedly highlighted his image as a true Peninsula male god prosecutor!
Some female reporters even couldn't control their emotions after hearing his words and directly slumped down in their chairs, covering their mouths with their hands, tears welling up in their eyes, their faces flushed, and their bodies trembling slightly.
After venting his emotions, Choi Eun Ho sat back down in his original position, his back straight, a righteous expression on his face.
"Clap, clap, clap, clap, clap, clap!"
The reporters were deeply moved by his words, deeply admiring Choi Eun Ho's sense of justice, and they all stood up and applauded. The venue was filled with thunderous applause that lasted for a long time.
"Quiet! Everyone, quiet!"
Park Jeong Won's voice boomed through the microphone, reaching the entire hall. The applause gradually subsided.
"Now, those who have questions, please ask Chief Prosecutor Choi one by one. Deputy Minister Zhang and I have urgent matters to attend to and must leave first."
After announcing this, he left hurriedly with Zhang Tae Jun through the main entrance.
Following this, Choi Eun Ho became the focus of the spotlight.
Over the next hour, he faced a barrage of questions from numerous reporters, yet he still maintained a composed and unhurried demeanor.
Choi Eun Ho's answers were clear and logical, his thinking sharp, completely devoid of the mediocre image reporters had of prosecutors.
As Choi Eun Ho was about to conclude his statement, he revealed an additional piece of information:
This afternoon, the Central District Court would hold a trial for a case. This case was related to the underground casino he had raided the day before.
The indictment and evidence had been submitted by his clerk, Park Guk Chang, yesterday.
This unexpected revelation immediately caused a stir among the reporters.
His efficiency and decisiveness, not only in action, but also in legal procedures, were impeccable.
This comprehensive and rigorous law enforcement approach undoubtedly enhanced his image in the eyes of the public.