That morning, the courtroom was more crowded than usual. Media cameras were on standby outside, while legal observers, activists, and even celebrities filled the benches inside. Everyone knew this wasn’t going to be an ordinary session.

Today, a key witness would take the stand.

Evelyn sat calmly at the plaintiff’s table. Beside her, William scanned documents on his tablet.

Across the room, for the first time, Selena appeared visibly unsettled. She paced behind her attorney, ignoring the untouched glass of water on her table.

The judge entered the room.

“The court will now resume. The plaintiff may present their primary witness.”

Evelyn’s attorney stood.

“We call to the stand: Indira...