Aashvika's next move was to request that Principal Mehra be called to the witness box. The judge nodded, and Principal Mehra made his way to the stand. Aashvika smiled warmly at him, and began to ask him questions about Ekansh's college journey. "Principal Mehra, can you tell us about Ekansh's time in college?" she asked, her voice friendly and curious. Principal Mehra nodded, and began to speak. "Ekansh was a brilliant student, always topping his class and participating in extracurricular activities. He was a popular student, well-liked by his peers and respected by his teachers." As Principal Mehra spoke, Aashvika listened intently, her eyes never leaving his face. She was searching for any inconsistencies in his story, any hint that he might be hiding something.

But Principal Mehra's words seemed to be genuine, and Aashvika's expression remained calm and interested. She asked him another question, probing deeper into Ekansh's college life. "And can you tell us about Ekansh's relationship with Inaaya during college?" she asked, her voice gentle but probing. Principal Mehra hesitated, looking uncomfortable. "Well, I'm not sure I'm comfortable discussing this," he said, his voice hesitant. But Aashvika reassured him, her smile warm and encouraging. "Please, Principal Mehra, it's very important. We need to know the truth about Ekansh's relationship with Inaaya." Principal Mehra nodded, taking a deep breath before speaking.

"Ekansh and Inaaya were never really close during college," he said, his voice firm. "In fact, I remember Inaaya often making fun of Ekansh, teasing him and belittling him in front of their classmates. Ekansh, on the other hand, seemed to be infatuated with Inaaya, always trying to impress her and win her approval. But Inaaya never seemed to take him seriously, always treating him like a joke." As Principal Mehra finished speaking, the courtroom was silent, everyone's eyes fixed on him. Aashvika nodded, her eyes never leaving Principal Mehra's face. She was listening intently, her mind racing with the implications of Principal Mehra's words.

The courtroom was silent for a moment, as if everyone was digesting the information that Principal Mehra had just revealed. Then, Mrs. Tripathi spoke up, her voice shrill and indignant. "This is ridiculous," she exclaimed. "Principal Mehra is just trying to cover up for Ekansh's misdeeds." But Aashvika just smiled, a calm and confident smile. "I think Principal Mehra is telling the truth," she said, her voice firm. "And I think it's time we heard the real story about what happened between Ekansh and Inaaya." Aashvika's words were like a challenge, a gauntlet thrown down to Mrs. Tripathi and Inaaya. It was clear that she was not going to back down, that she was determined to uncover the truth and prove Ekansh's innocence.

Mrs. Tripathi's face turned red with rage as she brought up the topic of the nail scratch on Ekansh's back. "And what about the scratch on Ekansh's back?" she demanded. "Doesn't that prove that Inaaya was attacked by him?" But Aashvika just chuckled, a low, throaty sound. "If a woman is trying to fight for herself, to protect her dignity, she'll scratch a man's face and front portion," she said, her voice calm and confident. "The marks appear on the back when a woman is pulling a man for sexual pleasure. So, that's why the marks were not even a topic to prove Ekansh guilty." Aashvika's words were like a slap in the face to Mrs. Tripathi, and the older woman's face turned even redder with rage.

As Aashvika spoke, she seemed to be enjoying herself. She was in her element, arguing her case with confidence and conviction. Mrs. Tripathi, on the other hand, seemed to be getting more and more agitated. She was spluttering with indignation, her face red with rage. But Aashvika just smiled, a calm and confident smile. She knew that she was winning the argument, and she was determined to keep pushing her point home. As a woman herself, Mrs. Tripathi should have understood the point Aashvika was making. But instead, she seemed to be deliberately obtuse, refusing to see the logic in Aashvika's argument.

The courtroom was silent, everyone's eyes fixed on Aashvika and Mrs. Tripathi. The tension between the two women was palpable, and it seemed like the air was charged with electricity. Ekansh, who had been watching the exchange with bated breath, felt a surge of gratitude towards Aashvika. She was fighting for him, fighting to prove his innocence, and he knew that he owed her a debt of gratitude. Inaaya, on the other hand, looked like she was about to collapse. Her face was pale, and her eyes were wide with fear. She knew that Aashvika was getting close to the truth, and she was desperate to stop her.

As the silence in the courtroom stretched out, Mrs. Tripathi finally spoke up. "Why are you spitting all this venom?" she demanded, her voice shrill with anger. "Can't you just accept that Ekansh is guilty and be done with it?" But Aashvika just smiled, a calm and confident smile. "I'm just telling my side of the story," she said, her voice firm. "And I'm not going to back down just because you don't like what I'm saying." Aashvika's words were like a challenge, a gauntlet thrown down to Mrs. Tripathi and Inaaya. It was clear that she was not going to back down, that she was determined to prove Ekansh's innocence no matter what.

Mrs. Tripathi's face was red with rage as she glared at Aashvika. "Enough of this drama," she spat. "If you have any evidence to prove Ekansh's innocence, then show it to us. Don't waste our time with your empty words and clever arguments." Mrs. Tripathi's voice was shrill and accusatory, and she seemed to be daring Aashvika to come up with something concrete. She was clearly frustrated with the way the case was going, and she was desperate to regain the upper hand. But Aashvika just smiled, a calm and confident smile. She seemed to be enjoying the challenge, and she was clearly not intimidated by Mrs. Tripathi's aggressive behavior.

As Mrs. Tripathi continued to rant and rave, Aashvika remained calm and composed. She seemed to be savoring the moment, enjoying the fact that she had the upper hand. And when Mrs. Tripathi finally ran out of steam, Aashvika began to speak. "I'm glad you asked for evidence," she said, her voice smooth and confident. "Because I have plenty of it. And I'm happy to share it with the court." Aashvika paused for a moment, surveying the courtroom with a confident gaze. Then, she began to speak, her words dripping with conviction. "You see, Mrs. Tripathi, the problem with your case is that it's based on lies and misinformation. Inaaya's testimony is riddled with inconsistencies and contradictions. And the physical evidence that you've presented is circumstantial at best."

Aashvika's words were like a punch to the gut, and Mrs. Tripathi's face turned even redder with rage. She seemed to be on the verge of exploding, and Aashvika's calm and confident demeanor only seemed to infuriate her further. But Aashvika just kept going, her voice steady and confident. "I, on the other hand, have evidence that proves Ekansh's innocence. I have witness statements, video footage, and physical evidence that all point to one thing: Ekansh did not commit this crime." Aashvika's words were like a bombshell, and the courtroom erupted into chaos. Mrs. Tripathi was on her feet, shouting objections and accusations. But Aashvika just smiled, a calm and confident smile. She knew that she had the upper hand, and she was determined to see justice served.

The judge banged his gavel, calling the courtroom to order. "Enough!" he shouted. "Mrs. Goenka, please continue with your evidence." Aashvika nodded, a small smile playing on her lips. She was ready to present her case, and she was confident that she would prove Ekansh's innocence. The courtroom was silent, everyone's eyes fixed on Aashvika as she began to present her evidence. It was clear that this was going to be a long and dramatic day, and everyone was on the edge of their seats, waiting to see what would happen next. As Aashvika began to speak, her voice was clear and confident, and she presented her evidence with a conviction that was hard to ignore. It was clear that she was a force to be reckoned with, and that she was not going to back down without a fight.

Krishnaa stepped into the courtroom, her presence commanding attention. But unlike the dramatic entrance one might have expected, Krishnaa's demeanor was surprisingly subdued. Her face was a mask of calm determination, and her eyes seemed to bore into the very soul of the courtroom. She exuded an aura of quiet confidence, a sense of unwavering resolve that was both captivating and intimidating. As she made her way to the front of the courtroom, her eyes locked onto Aashvika, and for a moment, it seemed like the two women were engaged in a silent, unspoken understanding.

Krishnaa's dark and silent demeanor seemed to be a deliberate choice, a calculated move to convey her unwavering commitment to defending Ekansh. She seemed to be saying, without words, that she would stop at nothing to prove his innocence. Her very presence seemed to be a challenge, a gauntlet thrown down to the prosecution. And as she stood before the judge, her eyes flashing with a fierce inner light, it was clear that she was a force to be reckoned with. Aashvika, sensing the shift in the courtroom's dynamics, seemed to stiffen slightly, her eyes narrowing as she watched Krishnaa with a mixture of curiosity and wariness.

Krishnaa's smirk grew wider as she gazed at Vishal, a mischievous glint dancing in her eyes. She chuckled softly to herself, a low, throaty sound that seemed to vibrate with amusement. Aashvika, sensing the shift in Krishnaa's demeanor, couldn't help but smile herself. She seemed to be sharing in Krishnaa's amusement, and her eyes sparkled with a knowing glint. As Krishnaa's chuckle faded away, Aashvika moved towards her, her eyes locked onto the pendrive that Krishnaa was holding.

Krishnaa's eyes never left Vishal's face as she handed the pendrive over to Aashvika. Her smirk grew even wider, and she seemed to be savoring the moment. Aashvika took the pendrive from Krishnaa, her eyes scanning the device with a practiced gaze. She seemed to know exactly what she was looking for, and her face lit up with a triumphant smile as she inserted the pendrive into her laptop. The courtroom was silent, everyone's eyes fixed on Aashvika as she worked her magic. Vishal, on the other hand, looked like he was about to implode. His face was red with rage, and his eyes seemed to be bulging out of his head.

As Aashvika's laptop sprang to life, the courtroom was filled with the sound of rustling papers and murmured conversations. Krishnaa's smirk grew even wider, and she seemed to be enjoying the drama that was unfolding. She leaned back in her chair, her eyes never leaving Vishal's face, and seemed to be waiting for the other shoe to drop. Aashvika, on the other hand, was completely focused on her laptop screen. She seemed to be studying the contents of the pendrive with great interest, and her face was a picture of intense concentration. The courtroom was silent, everyone's eyes fixed on Aashvika as she worked to uncover the truth.

Aashvika's eyes sparkled with a hint of determination as she pressed play on the recording. The courtroom was silent, everyone's eyes fixed on the laptop screen as the conversation between Krishnaa and Vishal began to play. The sound of Vishal's smooth and confident voice filled the room, but there was a hint of desperation underlying his words. "Krishnaa, I need your help," he said. "I know you're a skilled hacker, and I'm willing to pay you a lot of money to help me out." Vishal's words seemed to hang in the air, and the courtroom was silent, everyone waiting to hear Krishnaa's response.

Krishnaa's voice was calm and collected, but there was a hint of amusement underlying her words. "What do you need my help with, Vishal?" she asked. Her voice was laced with a hint of sarcasm, and it seemed like she was already aware of Vishal's true intentions. Vishal hesitated for a moment before speaking, and his voice seemed to tremble slightly. "I need you to hack into Ekansh's computer and find some evidence that will prove he's guilty," he said. "I know he's innocent, but I need to make it look like he's guilty. Can you do that for me?" Vishal's words seemed to be laced with desperation, and it was clear that he was willing to do whatever it took to achieve his goals.

Krishnaa's voice was laced with sarcasm as she responded to Vishal's request. "Oh, sure, Vishal. I'd be happy to help you frame an innocent man. How much are you willing to pay me for my services?" Krishnaa's words seemed to be dripping with disdain, and it was clear that she was not impressed with Vishal's proposal. Vishal's voice was hesitant as he responded, and it seemed like he was trying to negotiate with Krishnaa. "I'll give you whatever you want. Just please, Krishnaa, help me out." Vishal's words seemed to be laced with desperation, and it was clear that he was willing to do whatever it took to get Krishnaa on his side.

The conversation continued, with Krishnaa seeming to toy with Vishal. She asked him questions, probing for more information about his plan, and Vishal seemed to be eager to share. He told her about his relationship with Inaaya, and how they were trying to take down Ekansh. He seemed to be confident that Krishnaa would help him, but it was clear that she was just playing along. Krishnaa's voice was calm and collected, but it seemed like she was just waiting for the perfect moment to strike. And then, just as the conversation seemed to be coming to a close, Krishnaa dropped a bombshell. "I'll think about it, Vishal. But in the meantime, I need you to tell me more about your plan. What's going on between you and Inaaya?" Krishnaa's words seemed to be laced with a hint of curiosity, but it was clear that she was just trying to get to the bottom of things.

The recording ended, and the courtroom was silent. Everyone's eyes were fixed on Vishal, who looked like he was about to collapse. His face was pale, and his eyes seemed to be wide with fear. Krishnaa, on the other hand, seemed to be calm and collected. She was smiling, a small, satisfied smile, and her eyes seemed to be gleaming with a hint of triumph. It was clear that she had been playing Vishal all along, and that she had never had any intention of helping him. Aashvika's eyes seemed to be gleaming with a hint of excitement as she turned to the judge. "Your Honor, I believe this recording proves that Vishal and Inaaya were working together to frame Ekansh. It's clear that they were trying to manipulate Krishnaa into helping them, but she saw through their plan." The courtroom erupted into chaos, everyone talking at once. But Aashvika just smiled, a calm and confident smile. She seemed to know that she had just landed a devastating blow, and she was clearly enjoying the moment.

The courtroom was silent as another recording began to play. This one was different from the others, as it captured the events of that fateful night. The sound of Inaaya's voice, husky and seductive, filled the room, and the image of her standing naked in front of Ekansh was seared into the minds of everyone present. The air was thick with tension as the recording played on, and it seemed like everyone in the courtroom was holding their breath. The judge's face was stern, and his eyes seemed to be fixed intently on the recording. Aashvika's eyes, on the other hand, seemed to be blazing with anger. She was furious on behalf of Ekansh, and she seemed to be determined to make sure that Inaaya paid for her actions.

As the recording continued to play, the courtroom seemed to grow more and more uncomfortable. The sound of Ekansh's voice, strained and panicked, was heard as he battled with his anxiety attack. He was trying to push Inaaya away from him, but she seemed to be relentless in her pursuit. The conversation between them was uncomfortable to listen to, with Inaaya's words dripping with manipulation and Ekansh's responses laced with desperation. It was clear that Ekansh was not in control of the situation, and that Inaaya was taking advantage of him. The courtroom seemed to be in agreement, and it seemed like the tide of the case was finally starting to turn in Ekansh's favor.

The recording played on, and the courtroom seemed to grow more and more silent. The only sound was the sound of Inaaya's voice, and Ekansh's responses. It was clear that Inaaya was trying to manipulate Ekansh, and that she was not telling the truth. The courtroom seemed to be in shock, and it seemed like everyone was struggling to process what they were hearing. Mrs. Tripathi, who had been so adamant in her accusations against Ekansh, seemed to be feeling a sense of revulsion. Her face was pale, and her eyes seemed to be wide with shock. She seemed to be realizing that she had made a terrible mistake, and that Ekansh was not the monster she had made him out to be.

As the recording came to an end, the courtroom erupted into chaos. Everyone seemed to be talking at once, and the air was thick with tension. The judge banged his gavel, calling the courtroom to order, but it seemed to take a few moments for everyone to calm down. When the courtroom was finally silent, Aashvika spoke up, her voice clear and confident. "Your Honor, I believe this recording proves that Inaaya was the one who was trying to manipulate Ekansh, not the other way around. It's clear that she was trying to take advantage of him, and that he was trying to push her away." The courtroom seemed to be in agreement with Aashvika, and it seemed like the tide of the case was finally starting to turn in Ekansh's favor. Krishnaa, who had been watching the recording with a calm and collected expression, seemed to be feeling a sense of satisfaction. She had known all along that Inaaya was not telling the truth, and she seemed to be enjoying the fact that the truth was finally coming to light.

The judge's face was stern as he looked at Inaaya. "It seems to me that the prosecution's case has just fallen apart," he said. "Inaaya, it seems that you have been lying to this court, and that you have been trying to manipulate Ekansh. I am not sure what kind of punishment you will face, but I can tell you that it will not be pleasant." Inaaya's face was pale, and her eyes seemed to be wide with fear. She seemed to be realizing that she had made a terrible mistake, and that she was going to have to face the consequences. Vishal, who had been watching the recording with a look of horror on his face, seemed to be feeling a sense of shame. He had been a part of Inaaya's plan, and he seemed to be realizing that he had made a terrible mistake. The courtroom was silent, everyone's eyes fixed on Inaaya and Vishal. It seemed like the truth was finally coming to light, and that justice was finally going to be served.