The episode opens with Adit trapped in a haunting nightmare, where his colleague Mangal mercilessly tortures him in a work setting, seeking revenge for some past grievances. The vividness of the dream jolts him awake, leaving him startled and drenched in sweat. As he gathers his thoughts, he reflects on the unsettling impact the dream had on him, questioning why it stirred such strong emotions within him.
As dawn breaks, Adit faces the mundane challenge of getting ready for work. He struggles to tie his tie properly, growing increasingly frustrated with himself. In a moment of exasperation, he tosses the tie aside in anger. Just then, Mangal appears before him, her presence both intimidating and confrontational. She taunts him, asking if he is afraid to confront her. Almost immediately, a different version of Mangal emerges, presenting a stark contrast; this version encourages him, suggesting that he should seize the second chance he has been given and confidently present his ideas.
The two Mangals represent Adit’s internal conflict: one version attempts to instill fear and remind him of her potential wrath, while the other reassures him of his capabilities, saying, “I know you’re capable.” Torn between the two, Adit’s frustration boils over, leading him to smash the mirror in a fit of rage, symbolizing his shattered confidence and turmoil.
In a moment of clarity, Adit picks up his phone and calls Kapil Bhatnagar. He decisively informs Kapil that he no longer wishes to collaborate with their team, abruptly terminating the call before Kapil can respond. Unbeknownst to Adit, Sowmya overhears this conversation and feels a sense of relief wash over her; she is glad that Adit has chosen to step back from working with Mangal. When she enters the room, Adit shares his decision to refuse the opportunity with the investor from Jaipur. Sowmya reacts positively, supportive of Adit’s choice.
As they converse, Adit notices Sowmya dressed up and inquiring about her plans. She explains that she is going out for drinks following a meeting. Adit, eager to join her, suggests he come along, but Sowmya declines, cautioning him that he might not be able to handle the scrutiny and questions from their colleagues. “I don’t want you to feel humiliated. Please eat on time and stay home,” she advises, leaving Adit in silence as she walks away.
Meanwhile, Mangal is preoccupied with finding medicine. She approaches Pratima, who insists that she is fine and doesn’t need any medication. However, Mangal is persistent and hands her a tablet, showcasing her caring nature. Pratima expresses her gratitude, stating that Mangal’s family is fortunate to have her support. This sentiment strikes a chord with Mangal, who becomes emotional, reflecting on her own family and the distance that separates them.
Later, Kapil returns home, appearing slightly frazzled. He requests a headache tablet, jokingly attributing his discomfort to Mangal giving Adit a second chance, only for Adit to reject it as if he had the authority to do so. Kapil advises Mangal never to extend another opportunity to Adit, expressing his disbelief at Adit’s decision.
In another part of the narrative, Kusum struggles to get up from her seat and calls out to Sowmya, asking her to fetch some medicine from the cupboard. Sowmya, feeling frustrated, tells her to retrieve it herself and walks away. Determined, Kusum climbs onto a stool to reach the medicine but loses her balance and falls. At that moment, Pratima calls her, and Kusum answers, wincing in pain. When Pratima inquires about a recent consultation regarding naturopathy, Kusum reveals that the doctors have recommended surgery. Pratima urges her to proceed with the operation and asks about Adit’s current endeavors. Kusum explains that Adit is still searching for investors and does not want to burden him with surgery costs until their financial situation improves.
Just then, Adit walks in, and Kusum quickly ends her call. He inquires why she didn’t reach out for help or inform him about the surgery recommendation. Kusum reassures him that they will address it once their finances are more stable.
Back at Mangal’s residence, she discusses the unclear accounts with Kapil, who suggests they review them together. During their conversation, Mangal notices Pratima looking troubled and asks her what is wrong. Pratima shares her concerns about a friend who is in dire need of spinal surgery but cannot afford the costs. Mangal, showing her compassionate side, offers to create an herbal oil to help alleviate her friend’s back pain.
Later on, Kapil approaches Pratima to inquire about her distress. She shares the details of Kusum’s difficult situation. Though Kapil offers financial assistance, Pratima explains that Kusum would likely refuse any monetary help. Instead, she proposes that they support Adit by investing in his project, revealing that Adit is the same individual who recently turned down their partnership.
In a tense moment, Kusum advises Adit against accepting any financial assistance from Sowmya for her treatment. Just as they are discussing this, Adit receives a shocking phone call from Akshat, leaving him reeling from the news he has just heard.
Episode Ends