### Title: Struggles and Betrayals: Aarambhi’s Fight for Custody
The episode begins with a palpable tension as the invigilator harshly scolds Aarambhi for not bringing a scribe to assist her during the exam. Aarambhi, visibly distressed, explains that her hand was burned just that day, making it impossible for her to write without help. The invigilator, showing no sympathy, informs her that if she cannot manage to write the exam, she will have to wait until next year to take it. Aarambhi pleads, insisting that she needs to write the exam this year. Desperate, she asks if she can seek someone’s help to become her scribe, but the invigilator coldly replies that she will not be given any extra time and instructs her to go find assistance elsewhere.
In a corner of the examination hall, Vishwas, Aarambhi’s husband, quietly observes the situation. He mutters to himself that Aarambhi is not worthy of gaining custody of their son, Vihaan, and believes firmly that his son should remain with him. As Aarambhi walks out of the examination hall, she approaches several fellow students, desperately asking for help to become her scribe, but one by one, they all refuse, leaving her feeling more isolated and defeated.
Meanwhile, in Vishwas’s room, Avantika enters with a sense of urgency. She expresses her impatience, stating that she cannot wait any longer for their plans to unfold. Vishwas reassures her that they need to be patient for the next steps, revealing that the legal documents to secure custody of Vihaan are ready. He confesses that he wants to prove Aarambhi unfit to raise their son. Furthermore, he declares that he will keep his affair with Avantika a secret, fearing that if anyone finds out about their relationship, he will lose his credibility. He plans to make Aarambhi look bad in front of the court, believing this will secure his position.
Back in the examination hall, Aarambhi makes a courageous decision to write the exam with her injured hand. As she struggles to write, Avantika and Vishwas share a moment of intimacy, discussing their future together and waiting for the right date to officially be together. Their conversation is interrupted when Nandita opens the door, and Avantika quickly pretends to be discussing hospital-related matters with Vishwas. Nandita informs Avantika that Dimple is looking for her, prompting both women to leave the room.
As the exam progresses, Aarambhi writes her answers with great difficulty. However, when time is called, the invigilator refuses to accept her answer sheet because it is bloodstained from her injury. Overwhelmed with emotion, Aarambhi imagines Vihaan calling out for her, and she hears Avantika’s mocking voice, belittling her as useless. In a moment of despair, Aarambhi kneels before the idol of God, tears streaming down her face. She laments the thought that Vishwas wants to leave her and take their son away, questioning what is wrong with her love. She feels like a failure, unable to even submit her paper.
Later, Radhika calls Aarambhi, checking in on her after the exam. She asks if Aarambhi wrote the exam well, to which Aarambhi replies with a heavy heart that her hand got burned, and she had to write the exam with her injured hand. She shares her frustration that the invigilator refused to accept her bloodstained paper. Radhika, concerned, asks how she got injured, and Aarambhi reveals that it was all part of Vishwas’s plan to undermine her. She fears that if he can do this now, he will definitely prove that she is worthless in the eyes of the court when it comes to Vihaan’s custody.
Meanwhile, in a different part of the house, Dimple praises Avantika, giving her a perfect score of 10 out of 10 for her contributions. Vishwas, standing proudly beside her, agrees, stating that Avantika is everyone’s favorite because of her exceptional qualities. Aarambhi arrives home just in time to overhear this conversation, her heart sinking at the sight of the camaraderie between them.
As Aarambhi walks in, Raj notices her and greets her warmly, calling her the best and the backbone of the family. He acknowledges her contributions, stating that she is not just Vishwas’s heart doctor but also their family doctor. Concerned, Raj asks if her hand has been treated, to which Aarambhi responds affirmatively, though she hides the full extent of her injury.
Dimple, with a sly smile, comments that they need to find a suitable match for Raj, indirectly referring to Aarambhi’s shortcomings as a daughter-in-law. Aarambhi responds that Raj should marry someone he loves, someone who will be respected in their household. Dimple, sensing the underlying tension, questions what Aarambhi means by that, attempting to provoke her further.
Vishwas, putting on a façade of concern, approaches Aarambhi, pretending to care. He tells her that she seems upset with him and promises to show her more love. Dimple, ever the provocateur, interrupts, asking who will clean the house if Aarambhi is not feeling well. Aarambhi explains that the staff has been on leave since the afternoon and that she will handle the cleaning. Raj offers to help her, but Dimple takes the opportunity to taunt Aarambhi for lacking class and not being able to manage her responsibilities.
Vishwas insists that Aarambhi should rest while he takes care of the housework. Dimple, with a smirk, remarks that if he starts doing household chores, Aarambhi might consider working at the hospital again. She dismisses Aarambhi’s achievements, reminding her that despite being a gold medalist, she never practiced enough. Dimple’s words cut deep, reinforcing Aarambhi’s feelings of inadequacy and despair.
**Precap:** In a poignant moment, Vihaan proudly shows Aarambhi a drawing he made of their family. However, Vishwas sees that it is actually a draft for a divorce paper. Angrily, he tears it up, warning Vihaan to stay away from his important documents. Meanwhile, Dimple plots to keep Vihaan away from Aarambhi, believing it will benefit him. Aarambhi, feeling pushed to her limits, declares, “Enough is enough,” determined to fight for her family and her rights.
