Article 20

A city prosecutor who grapples with mounting professional pressure and personal loyalties. His commitment to fairness drives him to test the boundaries of the law, culminating in a controversial use of Article 20. He navigates a tense web of family ties, workplace dynamics, and public scrutiny, risking his career for a principled stand. Han Ming emerges as a moral center whose choices catalyze the drama.

A colleague and former college girlfriend who frequently travels with Han Ming, blurring personal and professional boundaries. Her presence adds emotional tension to investigations while offering loyalty and support. She embodies a blend of pragmatism and sentiment that can both aid and complicate the cases.

A deaf rape victim whose case is central to the plot. Her husband’s imprisonment for killing the rapist intensifies the stakes, and she endures harassment from the rapist’s accomplices. Facing danger and societal pressure, she makes desperate choices to protect herself and her family.

Han Ming’s wife, whose reaction to their son’s bullying pushes her toward breaking the rules in defense of family. Her act of assault against the principal underscores the personal volatility that can erupt when family safety is at stake. She embodies fierce devotion and courage, sometimes misaligned with the law.

Han Ming’s son, who intervenes to stop a classmate beating during a school incident. The confrontation triggers legal and reputational consequences for everyone involved. He embodies a protective instinct that tests parental values and the boundaries of authority.

A school figure involved in the aftermath of the principal’s conflict with students and parents. The class teacher’s perspective highlights the tolerances, tensions, and responsibilities within educational settings during legal disputes. Their presence underscores the broader impact of the cases on everyday life in school.