The episode opens with Yuvraj instructing Sunita to place a call to Ganesh. As the phone connects, Yuvraj engages Ganesh in a serious conversation, probing him about events from 21 years ago. He asks if Ganesh remembers seeing the man who had claimed responsibility for the murder of Aman, the paralysis of Anjali, and the threats made against both Aman and Anjali’s daughter. Ganesh, reflecting on that fateful time, responds that he had only heard the voice of the man back then, but it had left a lasting impression on him.
Suddenly, a memory strikes Ganesh — he recalls that same ominous voice from two decades prior, the very voice that had threatened to kill Aarti. A wave of realization washes over him as he connects the dots. Panicking, he begins to search his house frantically for Aarti, but she is nowhere to be found. Meanwhile, Yuvraj, observing Ganesh’s reaction, understands that Ganesh has recognized the voice from their past. He takes the phone back from Ganesh, issuing a stern warning to Sunita not to breathe a word about this to anyone before making his exit.
Shortly after, Aarti approaches Sunita, curious about the identity of the visitor. Sunita describes the man as an elderly figure wearing a hat and a cervical collar, revealing that he had inquired about Aarti and had even pressured her into calling Ganesh by threatening her. This revelation leaves Aarti uneasy.
In the meantime, Ganesh calls Aarti directly, anxious to inform her of the disturbing developments. When Aarti answers, she is at the hospital and asks him what is going on. Ganesh relays the shocking news that the man who threatened her life 21 years ago had just called from Sunita’s phone. Aarti, seeking confirmation, asks if he is sure, to which Ganesh affirms his certainty. Realizing the gravity of the situation, Aarti suggests they review the hospital’s CCTV footage to identify the man, and Sunita readily agrees.
As the tension unfolds, Ved enters the scene and notices Kali about to wear a necklace he had once gifted to Aarti. He quickly intervenes, asserting that she cannot wear it because it was given to him by Aarti — the woman he truly loves. Kali, undeterred, reminds him that she is his wife and has every right to wear the necklace. Ved, still holding onto his feelings for Aarti, insists that while Kali may be his wife, she is not the one he loves, urging her to choose another piece of jewelry. In defiance, Kali claims the necklace was a gift from Aarti to her, and Ved’s frustration mounts as he warns her against using Aarti’s name.
Kali, feeling slighted, decides to call Aarti. When Aarti and Sunita review the CCTV footage, Sunita spots the old man on the screen, but Aarti’s frustration grows as the man’s face remains obscured. Determined to uncover the truth, she snaps photos from the footage, vowing, “You are the culprit, and I will catch you wherever you’re hiding.”
On the phone, Kali complains to Aarti about Ved taking the necklace from her. Ved attempts to interject, but Kali stops him, expressing her disdain for him speaking to his first love. Ved, feeling protective, tells her to be quiet and questions Aarti’s decision to give the necklace to Kali, reminding her that it was a token of his love for her. Kali retakes the phone, asserting that despite marrying Ved, she has never felt like a true wife because he still harbors feelings for Aarti. She points out that Ved has painted Aarti’s portrait but has never done the same for her, pleading for Aarti not to come between them as she seeks happiness with her husband.
Ved tries to explain to Kali how much Aarti has done for her, but Aarti interjects, assuring them both that she will not interfere in their relationship. She suggests that Ved should make Kali wear the necklace as a promise of his love for her, ensuring that Kali does not feel inferior. Ved reluctantly agrees, and Aarti ends the call, her heart heavy with unspoken emotions.
As Ved prepares to make Kali wear the necklace, he reminisces about the moment he gifted it to Aarti, filled with love. Aarti, too, sheds silent tears, feeling the weight of their shared history. After Ved leaves, Kali reflects on her determination to win Ved’s love one day.
Meanwhile, in another part of the house, Vaibhav is discussing decorations with Raghav. Sadhika praises Abhay for his efforts, but Abhay humbly states that the success of the decorations was a team effort, thanks to Vaibhav and Sadhika’s help. Sadhika playfully teases them, while Vaibhav notes that something auspicious seems to be happening in the house after 21 long years. However, Raghav expresses concern about one thing — Anjali Awasti and her daughter, Aarti.
In the precap, Aarti and Anjali arrive at the Rajput mansion, where Aarti confronts the Rajput family. She accuses them of stripping her mother of her rights while they celebrate her daughter’s wedding. With fierce determination, she warns both the Rajput and Thakur families that she will take legal action against them. Ved, caught in the middle, implores her to stop, reminding her that she has already severed ties with him and is now threatening to disrupt the engagement. Aarti stands firm, declaring that she will not allow the wedding to take place.
