Rano fiercely defends Lakshmi and Shalu, lashing out at Karishma and Aanchal for their constant hostility. She refuses to stay silent, calling Aanchal heartless and blaming her for provoking past arguments. Rano expresses sympathy for Lakshmi, who she believes has suffered immensely because of the Oberois. Ayush feels insulted by Rano’s words and turns against Shalu. But Rano stands firm, declaring she will always speak up when her daughters face injustice. She confronts Ayush for breaking Shalu’s heart, questioning why he changed his decision and walked away.
Shalu, equally hurt, criticizes Ayush for doubting Lakshmi, while Rano accuses Karishma and Aanchal of never accepting Lakshmi or her family. Karishma questions Ayush for stopping Shalu from leaving, and he coldly says it’s raining and he doesn’t want her calling him later for help. Shalu scolds him, but he walks away, refusing to listen.
Meanwhile, Rishi notices Lakshmi is injured and asks how she returned home after her arrest. Lakshmi explains she was hit and doesn’t remember much, prompting Rishi to grow concerned and take her inside.
Shalu runs after Ayush and confronts him for saying he doesn’t care. She tearfully reminds him of their bond, but he responds with bitterness, accusing her of never understanding or valuing his emotions. He says she only ever cared for Lakshmi and not for him. Hurt and disillusioned, Shalu questions the drastic change in him. Ayush claims he’s no longer an emotional fool and is now reacting based on her truth.
He blames Shalu for his misery, saying she never accepted his love and that Lakshmi is responsible for Virender and Neelam’s deaths. Shalu is shocked and refuses to tolerate his accusations. He further lashes out, saying she never even called to check on him. Shalu breaks down, unable to bear his harsh words.
As the argument escalates, he tells her that she only lives in Lakshmi’s shadow and that he was happier with Anushka. Shalu tells him to go back to Anushka, and he declares he will never return to her. Shalu asks if he isn’t afraid of losing her, but Ayush coldly confirms he isn’t. She begs him to stop hurting her, but he insists she hurt him first. When she defends Lakshmi again, he pushes her away emotionally, telling her to leave his life forever. Shalu is left shattered, haunted by their memories as she breaks down in tears.
The episode ends.
Update Credit to: H Hasan