The episode opens with Shalu deep in thought about her feelings for Ayush, crying as she clings to a wooden pole. The sound of a temple bell prompts her to head to the temple, with Lakshmi following closely behind.
At the temple, Shalu prays fervently to Maata Rani for Ayush’s safety and well-being. In her heart-to-heart with the goddess, she confesses her inability to express her true feelings for Ayush, pleading for guidance and help, saying she cannot live without him. Lakshmi observes Shalu’s emotional turmoil.
After Shalu’s prayer, Lakshmi confronts her, questioning why she rejected Ayush if she truly cares for him. Shalu doesn’t respond, prompting Lakshmi to press her for an answer.
Meanwhile, Anushka finds herself locked in a police cell, and the officers tell her to prepare for a long stay behind bars.
As Shalu tries to leave the temple, Lakshmi stops her again, urging her to accept Ayush’s love. Lakshmi stresses that Ayush is a genuinely good person who truly cherishes Shalu. She reveals that Ayush had asked for her assistance in convincing Shalu to be with him and explains the difficult situation Ayush faced with Anushka, encouraging Shalu to forgive him.
Back in the cell, Anushka lashes out at a lady constable, threatening retaliation once she is released. The constable dismisses her, promising that her superior will teach Anushka a lesson if she misbehaves.
Lakshmi continues to implore Shalu, reminding her that Ayush has always loved her deeply. She recalls that as soon as Ayush discovered Anushka’s betrayal, he immediately proposed to Shalu. Lakshmi expresses her disappointment that Shalu didn’t accept him, to which Shalu replies that her love for Ayush is so profound that the thought of him being hurt devastates her. Yet, when pressed by Lakshmi about why she declined Ayush’s proposal, Shalu cites the power dynamics within the family, particularly Neelam’s influence. She explains that Neelam does not like her, and if she married Ayush, it would jeopardize everything for him.
Meanwhile, Neelam is seen anxiously concerned about Ayush. Rishi mentions that he plans to check with the doctor about visiting Ayush, before leaving.
Lakshmi reassures Shalu that Neelam doesn’t actually hate her. However, Shalu argues that while Neelam may not resent her, she certainly has disdain for Lakshmi, which would prevent any acceptance of Shalu as Ayush’s wife.
Kiran, on the other hand, is talking to Neelam, expressing her belief that Shalu is a bad omen for Ayush. Kiran claims that ever since Shalu entered Ayush’s life, trouble has followed. Neelam disagrees, asserting her conviction that Shalu is a positive influence on Ayush.
Back to Lakshmi and Shalu, Lakshmi encourages Shalu not to overthink the situation. Shalu responds that she knows the family dynamics well and insists that what she says is true. Lakshmi points out that rejecting Ayush only causes him pain, but Shalu fears that saying yes would ruin Ayush’s career. She explains that if a marriage occurs without family support, it would never be accepted, referencing her own struggles with familial acceptance.
The episode concludes with this tension hanging in the air, leaving viewers eager to see what will unfold next.