Lakshmi sits in deep silence, her mind a tumultuous sea of thoughts consumed by the sorrow of Paro. The weight of her friend’s grief hangs heavily in the air, making it difficult for her to focus on anything else. Just then, Rano bursts into the room, accompanied by Shalu, her face twisted in a mix of fury and confusion. Without hesitation, she confronts Lakshmi, her voice rising in anger as she demands to know why Lakshmi would confess to a crime she didn’t commit. Rano’s disbelief is palpable as she insists that there is no way Lakshmi could have killed Neelam. She urges Lakshmi to speak the truth now that no members of the Oberoi family are present, desperate for her to reclaim her innocence.
Meanwhile, in another part of the house, Malishka attempts to comfort Paro, who is visibly shaken and fearful. She gently urges her to sleep, but Paro’s anxiety overwhelms her as she recalls the traumatic experience of being taken away by the police. Malishka reassures her, promising that Lakshmi will return soon. Rishi, standing nearby, feels a deep pang of sorrow when Paro pleads with him to bring Lakshmi back home. Just then, Rohan joins them, innocently asking when their beloved Lakshmi will be back.
In a moment of calculated deceit, Malishka lies to the children, claiming that Lakshmi is helping the police with an important case and will return shortly. She puts on a sweet facade, trying to impress Rishi, who seems momentarily pacified by her words. Inside, however, Malishka revels in the fact that Lakshmi is finally out of the picture, her path to Rishi clearer than ever.
Back at the jail, Rano’s desperation intensifies. She warns Lakshmi that if she continues to remain silent, their family will face shame and humiliation that could ripple through their lives. Lakshmi, overwhelmed with emotion, weeps silently but says nothing, her heart heavy with the burden of her secret. Rano, feeling betrayed, accuses her of breaking their trust and vows to sever all ties with her. Shalu, caught in the middle, pleads with Rano to stay, but Rano storms off in a fit of rage. Left alone, Shalu turns to Lakshmi, begging her to speak up and defend herself. However, Lakshmi gently urges Shalu to focus on looking after Rano instead, prioritizing her family’s well-being over her own plight.
Elsewhere, Aanchal confronts Rishi, her heart filled with bitterness and grief. She accuses him of not valuing Neelam’s life and questions whether he feels any happiness now that she is gone. Rishi, consumed by guilt, insists that he loved Neelam more than anyone else. The weight of his words hangs heavy in the air, a stark reminder of the pain they all share.
Anushka visits Malishka and Kiran, seeking clarity on how Lakshmi could have confessed to such a crime. Malishka, ever the manipulator, claims that Lakshmi is merely trying to protect Paro, believing that her friend accidentally killed Neelam. Anushka raises a valid point, questioning the logic behind Lakshmi’s sacrifice—after all, Paro is just a child, and the family could have easily shielded her from the fallout. Rano’s voice echoes in Anushka’s mind: Lakshmi has insulted the family by choosing silence over truth. Shalu, meanwhile, suspects that there is a deeper reason for Lakshmi’s self-sacrifice and urges her to reveal the truth when the time is right.
Aanchal continues her tirade against Rishi, blaming him for not abandoning Lakshmi as Neelam had once pleaded. Kiran agrees with Anushka, asserting that Lakshmi’s overwhelming love for the children drives her decisions. Malishka, unable to contain her disdain, mocks Lakshmi’s selflessness, labeling it as madness. Yet Kiran offers a different perspective, understanding that children are fragile and that Lakshmi is desperately trying to shield Paro from a lifetime of trauma.
In a private moment, Lakshmi breaks down, torn by the weight of the truth she is hiding for Paro’s sake. The burden feels unbearable, and she longs to unburden herself to Rishi, to share the truth that twists in her heart. At the police station, she requests to call Paro but is denied, leaving her feeling even more isolated. Just then, Rishi arrives, his presence both a comfort and a source of tension. Lakshmi’s face lights up at the sight of him, but her joy is short-lived as he scolds her for smiling amidst the devastation that has consumed their lives.
Rishi, filled with anger and frustration, states that he only came to vent his feelings. Lakshmi, desperate to explain the truth behind Neelam’s murder, tries to speak, but he cuts her off, insisting that he doesn’t want to hear her voice. Heartbroken, she begs him for just a moment to explain, to clarify the misunderstandings that have led them to this point. In a moment of harsh accusation, Rishi accuses her of trying to harm Malishka’s unborn child and of being responsible for Neelam’s death. The words cut deep, leaving Lakshmi heartbroken once again, feeling utterly alone in her struggle.
The episode concludes, leaving viewers in suspense, wondering how the tangled web of lies, love, and betrayal will unravel as the characters navigate their intertwined fates.