The episode opens with Lakshmi confronting Rishi, expressing that he doesn’t truly love her and asserting that Malishka’s baby is evidence of that. Upset, she tells Rishi to leave her; if he refuses, she will walk away from him instead. After making her point, Lakshmi storms off.
Meanwhile, Ayush brings Shalu to meet the Oberoi family, announcing that Shalu has agreed to their marriage. He encourages Shalu to seek blessings from Harleen, which she does. Karishma inquires about Ayush’s feelings, to which he replies affirmatively. Harleen reminds Shalu that she will not only be Lakshmi’s sister but also part of their family. She urges Shalu to take blessings from everyone, and Shalu willingly complies, receiving well-wishes from Neelam, Karishma, and Aanchal. Watching the acceptance unfold, Malishka begins to plot, feeling threatened by Shalu’s integration into the family, and decides to call her mother, Kiran.
Mukesh congratulates Lakshmi, while Neelam informs her that Shalu has agreed to marry Ayush. She asks Lakshmi if she’s okay with the marriage, emphasizing that the decision now lies with her. Lakshmi reflects on a prior agreement with Neelam and ultimately consents to the union.
Later, Lakshmi joyfully feeds sweets to Ayush and the rest of the family, asking Karishma to be forgiving toward Shalu if she falters. Neelam appreciates Lakshmi’s gratitude while Lakshmi checks in with Shalu, who confirms her happiness. Lakshmi gleefully tells Shalu that she and Ayush are meant for each other, prompting Ayush to compare their bond to that of Lakshmi and Rishi, a sentiment Harleen agrees with.
Lakshmi attempts to feed Rishi some sweets, but he declines, stating his happiness for Ayush and Shalu instead. Harleen suggests that Lakshmi inform Rano of the good news, and Lakshmi agrees to do so.
In a conversation between Kiran and Malishka, Kiran is informed about the upcoming marriage of Ayush and Shalu. Malishka expresses her fear of ruin if Shalu becomes part of their family, insisting that Rishi and Lakshmi will never reunite, thanks to her deceptive claim of being pregnant with Rishi’s child. Kiran urges Malishka to keep her focus on Lakshmi, reminding her that Lakshmi’s pregnancy is real and could be revealed by Garimacharya. Reluctantly, Malishka agrees to distance herself from Shalu.
Rishi then questions Lakshmi about her apparent happiness, pointing out the deep hurt she has caused him. He asks if she harbors such hatred for him.
Anushka confronts Malishka, asserting that she cannot allow Malishka to sabotage Shalu and Ayush’s lives. Malishka dismisses Anushka’s concerns, insisting on her certainty about her impending marriage to Rishi.
Lakshmi, feeling emotionally drained, tells Rishi that while she doesn’t hate him, she can no longer bring herself to love him. With that, she walks away, later finding a moment to cry alone before ultimately leaving the scene.
As the episode wraps up, Rano remarks to Shalu that she always foresaw Ayush marrying her one day, hinting at the unfolding events.
The episode concludes.