The episode begins with Shlok in disbelief as he spots a car wrecked on the road. To his shock, he sees that the number plate matches his own car. Concerned, he inquires about Apollena from his driver, who grimly informs him that she was inside the vehicle during the explosion. An inspector at the scene solemnly declares that Apollena may not have survived. Shlok adamantly refuses to accept this, insisting that nothing can happen to her and that she could still be nearby. The inspector gently urges him to accept the harsh reality, but in despair, he takes Apollena’s dupatta and breaks down in tears.
Meanwhile, Girdar is preparing for the final rituals, much to Madhu’s dismay. She protests, insisting that Girdar should not be organizing such ceremonies for Apollena, who is still alive. Girdar retorts that he’s not doing this for her; he feels like a lifeless shell, stripped of his dreams and purpose since Apollena’s fate took a turn for the worse. In a fit of anger, he breaks Madhu’s bangles.
Madhu pleads with Girdar to stop his stubbornness, while a priest enters, stating that performing final rites for someone who is alive is a sin. Girdar, unyielding, declares he will carry out the rituals himself, rejecting any help. Madhu’s emotions surge as she watches him.
Meanwhile, Shlok is lost in memories of Apollena and the time when she had asked him to join her, but he mistakenly sent her with the driver instead. He recalls Madhu’s urgent warnings to protect her, feeling guilty for her current state. The inspector reassures him that it’s not his fault; the explosion was due to a petrol leak in the car. Shlok suddenly remembers Apollena’s phone and dials her number, hearing it ring nearby. This revelation gives him hope that she must be alive and prompts him to instruct the team to search for her.
On the roadside, Apollena struggles to call for help but can only manage to raise her hand as she tries to control her breathing, recalling her father’s earlier advice.
The driver arrives with the JCP to cover the crash site but fails to notice Apollena lying nearby. Shlok catches sight of her hand, with her distinctive rocket tattoo, just as the driver begins to pour sand over her. Shlok rushes over, infuriated, to inform them that his wife is still there.
Back at home, Madhu expresses her concerns to Dadi, fearing that something bad is about to happen since Apollena hasn’t returned. Dadi reassures her, emphasizing that they had been eagerly awaiting Apollena’s return and expresses worry over Girdar’s actions. Madhu shares her anxiety with her.
Meanwhile, Shlok uncovers Apollena from the sand and helps her sit up. They embrace, relieved to see each other. Shlok hands her water, scolding her for not being able to signal him sooner about her presence. She explains the chain of events that led to her being left behind.
Ira, trying to confirm news from the driver, walks in on the touching scene of Shlok helping Apollena clean her face and is taken aback. Rupa comments on how sweet they are as a couple, while Radha suddenly reveals that they have been sleeping separately, leaving Ira with an idea to drive a wedge between them.
As the conversation shifts, Apollena recounts her harrowing experience to the inspector. When asked about her relationship with Shlok, he proudly declares that she is his wife.
**Episode Ends.**