The episode opens with Sarswati informing Sneha that Rupa has already disclosed the truth about herself being her mother-in-law. Sneha responds positively, noting that it’s good Rupa was honest with them, and commends them for accepting her truth. Sarswati expresses her relief at the revelation, thanking Sneha for her support and preparing to clear up any misunderstandings. However, Rupa snatches the phone from Sarswati and pretends to express gratitude.
Later, Sarswati warmly welcomes the Rastogi family and compliments Ira on her beauty, expressing her happiness in accepting her as a daughter-in-law, declaring that she will be with Shlok forever. Meanwhile, Shlok calls for Rupa’s assistance, feeling overwhelmed. Apollena advises him to calm down and assures him that she will help. As Shlok struggles, he accidentally pricks his hand with a needle, causing it to bleed. Apollena scolds him while tending to his wound.
Apollena questions Shlok’s intentions regarding marrying Ira, warning him not to ruin his life for her. Shlok insists that Ira loves him and believes it is the right decision for his happiness. When she asks if he truly loves her, he lies and says he does. Apollena sees through his pretense, insisting that he does not love Ira and is merely pretending. When Shlok asks if this bothers her, she expresses her care for him, revealing her feelings. He then challenges her, asking why she sent him the divorce notice. She explains that she felt forced into that decision.
Rupa enters, pulling them back from their emotional conversation. She asks Shlok if he genuinely wants to get engaged to Ira, and he nods affirmatively, which visibly upsets Apollena. Rupa informs them that her family has arrived for the engagement.
Later, Mahadev compliments Ira in front of Girdar, who responds sharply. Sarswati encourages Girdar to meet his daughter. He bumps into Shlok, who responds that he didn’t expect such behavior from him. Madhu points out her surprise at his actions, to which Shlok agrees. Apollena hugs her mother, while Dadi tries to console her. Apollena feigns indifference, acting as though she is unaffected by the situation, but Girdar misinterprets her demeanor as strength.
The engagement ceremony commences, and Ira proudly shows off her engagement ring, claiming it was specially chosen by Shlok. She boasts about its diamond quality, making Apollena feel sidelined. Ira insists on placing the ring on Apollena’s finger, but when it gets stuck, Sarswati tries to help remove it but fails. Shlok also attempts to take it off without success, leaving Girdar to finally remove the ring and return it to Shlok, signaling the end of the engagement ceremony.
Vijayan arrives, and a confrontation ensues between him and Girdar. During the fight, Girdar reveals a shocking truth: Vijayan is a traitor who sold their confidential files to a foreign entity, which has led to Pallavi’s predicament.
**Episode ends.**