The episode opens with Mannat enthusiastically congratulating Vikrant, who invites her to return to Mezbani. He promises to support her dream and emphasizes how much he needs her help to secure the restaurant’s license. Grateful for his trust and support, Mannat happily agrees, and Vikrant suggests they meet the following day to outline their plans. He expresses confidence that with her on board, everything will go smoothly. As a token of their budding friendship, Mannat gifts him a rose, bringing a smile to his face as she dances with joy. Back at home, Mannat shares the exciting news with her mother, who celebrates her success.
Elsewhere, Gagan feeds Mallika a piece of cake, demanding Aishwarya’s signature on a cheque to access his father’s money. Aishwarya insists that Mallika eat in her room, and when Mallika leaves, Aishwarya firmly denies Gagan the funds. Tensions escalate as Gagan angrily accuses Aishwarya of forgetting her humble beginnings as a bar receptionist who used him for a lavish lifestyle. He feels entitled to confront her about her perceived betrayal, but she pushes back, warning him not to cross boundaries. Their heated exchange reveals a deeply hostile relationship.
The next day, Mannat sends a reassuring message to Mallika, promising not to disappoint her. When Mannat steps into the kitchen at Mezbani, she is met with snide remarks from the chef, which she handles with confidence. Aishwarya is taken aback to see Mannat there and forcibly tries to remove her, threatening to fire her. Mannat stands her ground, stating she will only leave upon Vikrant’s request. Aishwarya’s disdain for Mannat is palpable as she accuses her of scheming to win Vikrant over for a luxurious life. Mannat, knowing Aishwarya spiked her drink previously, chooses not to expose her just yet and focuses on her work.
Just then, Vikrant makes an announcement: he has rehired Mannat after she convinced Mrs. Burman to give them another chance. While Aishwarya feigns happiness, Vikrant encourages the staff to applaud Mannat’s efforts, which puts Aishwarya further on edge. Puneet warns Aishwarya to keep an eye on Mannat now that she has bested her. Meanwhile, Aishwarya receives a call from Burman, revealing that she has forgiven Mannat, instilling fear in her assistant about keeping secrets safe.
As tensions rise, the chef attempts to be cordial with Mannat, but she sees through his facade and delivers a sharp retort. Puneet asserts his authority by claiming he will determine the menu, to which Vikrant responds by asking everyone to bring their best ideas to him in 20 minutes. With the stakes higher than ever, the episode ends on a note of anticipation as alliances shift and rivalries intensify.