The episode begins with a tense confrontation between Vihaan and Gauri. Vihaan accuses Gauri of being responsible for the deteriorating condition of his mother. In response, Gauri reminds him of her own pain, expressing that she has lost her mother as well. Despite their emotional turmoil, Vihaan insists that he is determined to help Gauri uncover the truth about his mother’s situation. He urges her to give his mother some time, believing that there may be more to the story than what Gauri perceives. However, Gauri remains steadfast in her conviction that Vihaan’s mother is deliberately hiding critical information from her.
Vihaan, expressing his deep trust in his mother, warns Gauri that Kamini, his mother, is skilled at manipulating situations to her advantage, playing mind games with those around her. Yet, Gauri is resolute, reminding Vihaan of the contract that binds them, which clearly states that she is now part of his family. She points out that despite this agreement, he does not fully trust her. Gauri feels like an outsider in his life, and Vihaan echoes her sentiment regarding his mother, stating that she too remains a stranger to him. Frustrated, Vihaan walks away, shutting the gate behind him, leaving Gauri isolated and feeling abandoned. Despite this, Vihaan internally grapples with his feelings, ready to trust Gauri, even if he struggles to express it.
Meanwhile, Pratham Vanshi engages in a discussion regarding Kamini’s manipulative tactics, revealing that she has orchestrated a scheme to replace Rishwa with a witch, indicating the depth of her deceitful plans. In a separate scene, Vihaan’s duplicate brings Kesar to his home, where she regains consciousness and finds herself alone. Unbeknownst to her, he is closely monitoring her every move.
Back at Gauri’s house, Charu embraces her warmly, eager to learn more about Gauri’s newfound superpowers and the magical abilities she possesses. Rekha, curious about Gauri’s sudden return, is met with a firm declaration from Gauri that this will be her last visit. Gauri explains that for the past fourteen years, she has refrained from asking anything of Rekha, but now she intends to stand on her own two feet, refusing to be a burden any longer. Rekha chastises Charu for not respecting her elders, while Charu defends Gauri’s stance, calling it a matter of self-respect.
In a darker turn, Kesar faces hostility from her chacha and chachi, who glare at her with disdain. They notice her torn clothes and demand money from her, belittling her as useless. Her chachi, in a fit of anger, threatens to punish Kesar by harming a nearby bird, using it as a means to inflict emotional pain. Kesar, desperate to protect the innocent creature, pleads with them, promising to find the money they demand. They reluctantly give her one last chance to prove herself.
As the day unfolds, both Vihaan and Gauri find themselves feeling despondent and missing each other. Gauri reflects on the harsh words exchanged between them, while Vihaan struggles with his own doubts about her. They each come across reminders of their childhood—Vihaan discovers the shoes of a friend, while Gauri finds a piece of clothing that stirs memories. Overwhelmed by emotion, both begin to cry for one another, longing for connection. Suddenly, Gauri senses someone watching her from the window and rises to investigate.
The following morning, Veena lights a diya in front of Bholenath, reflecting on Gauri’s awareness of her secrets. Sarda confronts Veena about hiding the truth, noting that Gauri has left the house. Veena expresses her fear that revealing the truth will drive Vihaan away. Sarda encourages Veena to consider sharing the truth, but Veena remains apprehensive, worried that the revelation will expose her blood relation to Kamini. Unbeknownst to them, Vihaan overhears their conversation, leading to a moment of realization when Sarda confirms that Gauri was right: it was Veena who provided the location of Gauri’s parents.
In the precap, Gauri experiences a haunting dream in which she sees Vihaan dead, igniting a desperate urge within her to save him, foreshadowing the challenges and emotional turmoil that lie ahead.