The episode opens with a tense confrontation between Aarti and Anjali. Aarti firmly declares to Anjali that she will never return to her, emphasizing that the house they are in belongs to Raghav and her father, Aman. She asserts that everyone in the family loves her, making it clear that she feels secure in her place among them. Abhay, attempting to further solidify Aarti’s position, announces that they plan to give her the best gift of her life by arranging her marriage to Ved. This statement catches Anjali off guard, and she quickly reminds Abhay that Ved is already married, deeming this plan illegal and a crime. Aarti, unfazed, provocatively asks Anjali if she intends to take her to court and punish her for this.
Sadhika, sensing the tension, takes the opportunity to taunt Anjali, stating that this year Aarti will observe Karwa Chauth for Ved. Anjali objects vehemently, arguing that an unmarried woman cannot perform such a ritual. However, Sadhika counters by reminding Anjali that she herself performed Karwa Chauth for Aman before they were married, implying that Anjali trapped Aman into their relationship. This reminder causes Anjali to reflect on her past moments with Aman, insisting that her situation was different. Raghav, frustrated with Anjali’s objections, takes the phone from her and declares that it’s not different this time—Aarti will indeed perform Karwa Chauth for Ved. He adds a menacing warning that if Kali tries to intervene, he will not hesitate to eliminate her threat.
Anjali, undeterred, challenges Raghav to settle the matter legally in court. Raghav responds that while they can discuss it later, for now, Aarti’s participation in the ritual is non-negotiable. At this point, Kali takes over the phone, asserting her right to perform the Karwa Chauth ritual for Ved since she is his wife. She declares that she will come to the house, but Sadhika quickly warns her not to dare step foot in their home, framing it as Aarti’s warning before abruptly ending the call.
Nivedita, witnessing the escalating conflict, urges the family to stop provoking Aarti, reminding them that she is just a child and this isn’t how Karwa Chauth is traditionally celebrated. Sadhika dismisses Nivedita’s concerns, insisting that they know what they are doing. The family collectively decides that Aarti will perform the ritual, vowing to teach Kali a lesson if she dares to show up.
Later, Ved notices Aarti in tears and approaches her with concern. He asks her what’s wrong, and Aarti confides that her mother is misunderstanding her intentions. Ved reassures her, stating that if she truly loves him, she should not worry—where there is love, everything else will eventually fall into place. He comforts her with a warm hug, attempting to ease her distress.
Meanwhile, Anjali speaks to Kali, encouraging her to go to the Rajput house the following day. She assures Kali that she will remain at the police station to support her, urging her to perform the Karwa Chauth ritual without fear. Anjali promises to help Kali teach the Rajputs a lesson if they attempt to harm her.
The next day arrives, and the atmosphere is charged with anticipation as all the Rajput women celebrate Karwa Chauth, performing rituals alongside their husbands. Aarti participates in the puja, her excitement palpable as she prepares to see Ved’s face through the sieve. Suddenly, Kali bursts onto the scene, halting Aarti’s progress and asserting that Aarti has no right to perform the ritual since she is Ved’s lawful wife. Kali insists that she has fasted for Ved, who will be the one to break her fast.
Aarti, however, stands her ground, arguing that she too has kept a fast for Ved. The confrontation escalates as Kali tries to peer at Ved through the sieve, but he intervenes, scolding her for her actions.
Sadhika, seizing the moment, mocks Anjali, accusing her of sending Kali to disrupt Aarti’s Karwa Chauth. Nivedita quickly defends Anjali, insisting that she would never stoop to such manipulative tactics. However, Kali admits that she did come at Anjali’s behest, which infuriates the Rajput family. Kali argues that her intentions are pure—that she only wishes to complete her ritual. In a moment of desperation, she calls Anjali for help, pleading that Aarti is performing the ritual for Ved, who is not even her husband.
Anjali, taking control of the situation, asks Kali to hand the phone to Aarti. She instructs Aarti to allow Kali to finish her ritual, emphasizing that Kali is Ved’s legal wife. Aarti protests, insisting that her love for Ved should matter more than the legalities of marriage. Anjali, however, firmly states that love cannot replace the institution of marriage and insists that Aarti must let Kali complete her ritual. Aarti conveys Anjali’s words to Ved, who attempts to explain that his marriage to Aarti is not genuine. Unfortunately, Anjali doesn’t believe him and abruptly ends the call, leaving the tension unresolved.
In the precap, Sadhika contacts Anjali, issuing a warning to be cautious. She insinuates that Kali might not make it home safely due to Aarti and Ved’s plan, creating an atmosphere of impending conflict. Meanwhile, Pankaj questions Anjali about her destination, to which she replies that she is heading to the Rajput family’s house, aware of their tendency to break the law. She declares that she is going there to protect justice, setting the stage for a dramatic confrontation.
