The episode begins with Apollena and Shlok in a heated argument. Shlok accuses Apollena of forcing him into marriage, to which she responds that she never desired to marry him. She reveals that it was his father who pressured her to go through with the wedding and questions why he didn’t stop it if he wasn’t interested. Shlok reflects on how Mahadev had blackmailed him into the marriage. Meanwhile, Saraswati expresses her confusion to Mahadev about why he chose Apollena for Shlok, noting the pain she sees on her son’s face. Mahadev insists that the wedding is done, and Saraswati must accept Apollena as her daughter-in-law. When Saraswati asks about her favorite daughter-in-law, Mahadev instructs Shlok to fetch Apollena.
Shlok asks Apollena to come home with him, but she firmly refuses, insisting she wants to return to the hostel. In a moment of resolve, Shlok picks her up and carries her into the house, prompting Rupa to comment on his unexpected romantic gesture while Saraswati criticizes him for his lack of shame. Mahadev advises Shlok to stand her down as everyone looks on.
Apollena tries to leave, but Mahadev gently reminds her of her father’s situation. He informs her that, although he has secured bail, the prosecutor is not pleased and may appeal to the judge, which could send him back to jail. Feeling cornered, Apollena agrees to cooperate for her grahpravesh rituals. She receives blessings from the elders, and Mahadev chides Saraswati for her sour expression, urging her to bless the couple. Apollena spots her mother and shares a heartfelt hug with Madhu. Dadi playfully reminds Apollena she can’t stay mad for too long.
Apollena then notices Girdar’s shadow and approaches him, inviting him inside. However, Girdar refuses, stating he has no emotional ties to the household and emphasizing that he only considers himself an in-law to Madhu. He questions Mahadev about the benefits of this forced marriage, expressing his discontent.
Saraswati, noticing Girdar’s criticisms toward Mahadev, points out his constant taunting, but Mahadev simply remains calm, asserting that Girdar is his friend and will eventually change his mind. As Shlok departs on his bike, Madhu emotionally talks to Apollena, lamenting that she hasn’t adorned her hands with mehndi or haldi for the wedding. Madhu expresses her shock at how Apollena ended up in this situation.
Apollena candidly reveals to her mother that she doesn’t want to marry Shlok, explaining that her true passion lies in mathematics, not in traditional marriage customs. Madhu is taken aback by this revelation. When Radha brings Apollena a saree, she dismisses it sarcastically, leading to Madhu’s displeasure. Apollena urges her mother to keep her true feelings hidden from Girdar, fearing he would sacrifice everything to rescue her from this marriage. She vows to end this relationship once the legal issues are resolved.
Meanwhile, Mahadev and Dadi feel guilty about their past actions, recalling a conversation where Dadi encouraged Mahadev to push through with Shlok and Apollena’s wedding despite Girdar’s problems. Mahadev reflects on how his decisions have caused resentment in his children, despite believing he acted in their best interests. The scene shifts to Girdar confronting Shlok with a disrespectful tone, which leads to an offended reaction from Shlok.
The episode concludes on this dramatic note, highlighting the tensions surrounding the forced marriage and the emotional struggles of the characters.