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On the stand, Amina admits that one night at Tegnérs, after Stella left early due to a headache, she ended up going home and kissing Christopher. She left in a panic and did not tell Stella about it initially. Later, Christopher called Amina to plan a surprise for Stella’s birthday, but during that meeting, they kissed again. Amina confessed her feelings for Christopher to Stella, leading them to agree that he was not a good person and to cut ties with him. However, Amina admits that she didn’t stick to this agreement.
Ulrika reflects on the challenges of parenting Stella, who often manipulated her parents. Amina, her best friend, acted as a mediator. Ulrika felt a connection with Amina, admiring her courage and honesty, especially when Amina shared her concerns about Stella’s troubling behavior and associations. This revelation led to a tough period for Stella’s family as they sought professional help.
Ulrika observes Alexandra, comparing her to her own mother. The courtroom scene focuses on Amina’s testimony, where she clarifies her continued interactions with Christopher Olsen. She explains that despite agreeing with Stella not to see Christopher, he persisted in contacting her. Amina eventually met with Christopher, intending to end things, but they ended up spending time together.