The episode opens with Ayush expressing heartfelt gratitude to Shalu for everything she has done for him, emphasizing that he owes his life to her. He reminisces about the moment he struggled to breathe and how the darkness enveloped him until he called her name; it was then that the darkness faded, and he regained his ability to breathe. Ayush tells her that she gave him a second chance at life. Touched by his words, Shalu decides it’s time to leave and walks away. Neelam then advises Ayush to get some rest before exiting the room, followed closely by Karishma.
Outside, Neelam halts Karishma, eager to address her before she speaks. She reminds Karishma of Ayush’s testimony that he is alive because of Shalu, urging her to accept Shalu as an important part of Ayush’s life. Karishma, not backing down, counters by suggesting that if Shalu deserves acceptance, then Neelam should also embrace Lakshmi, since Rishi loves her deeply. Neelam rebuffs this notion, arguing that if Rishi truly loved Lakshmi, then Malishka wouldn’t have become pregnant.
Neelam further highlights that Ayush never grew close to Anushka even when Shalu was absent from his life. Aanchal voices her concern that Ayush may leave Anushka for Shalu, and Neelam warns Karishma that Aanchal’s fears could manifest if she doesn’t embrace Shalu. Reassuring Karishma, Neelam concludes that Ayush and Shalu’s marriage may lead to some bickering, but in the end, she will have her son back. Faced with Neelam’s arguments, Karishma finally agrees to accept Shalu.
The next day, Neelam announces that she has important news to share and asks everyone to gather.
Ayush comes downstairs, greeting the family. When Lakshmi inquires why he’s not resting, Ayush playfully mentions his boredom. After exchanging light banter, Ayush approaches Lakshmi to seek her blessings. Surprised, Lakshmi asks him why he’s behaving this way, and Ayush asserts that he has every right to take her blessings since she is his sister-in-law. Confused yet intrigued, Lakshmi seeks clarification, prompting Rishi to reveal that Ayush learned about her blood donation that saved his life. Overwhelmed with gratitude, Ayush thanks Lakshmi profusely, declaring how blessed he feels to have her in his life, and he makes her promise never to leave him. Rishi reassures him that Lakshmi is not going anywhere, but Neelam, watching their affectionate exchange, grows anxious that their continued love and care will make Lakshmi reluctant to leave.
Seizing the moment, Neelam turns to Ayush and tells him that they recognize the depth of his love for Shalu and have decided to arrange his marriage to her. To everyone’s shock, Shalu categorically refuses to marry Ayush in front of the entire Oberoi family.
**Episode Ends.**