The episode opens with Bhagyasree sitting in her living room, her expression one of deep concern as she expresses her worries over not hearing from Ridhi. The silence from her daughter has left her anxious and restless. Savi, noticing her mother’s distress, tries to offer some reassurance. She suggests that Ridhi might be preoccupied with her studies or feeling stressed out, which is understandable given the demands of her academic life. However, Bhagyasree’s anxiety only seems to grow. With a determined look, she declares that if Ridhi doesn’t call her by tomorrow, she will take matters into her own hands and personally travel to the USA to find her daughter. Tara, overhearing this conversation, gently reminds Bhagyasree of the significant distance involved and the challenges that come with international travel. Nevertheless, Bhagyasree remains resolute, insisting that no one can stop her from reaching out to Ridhi. Witnessing her mother’s pain and determination, Savi silently vows to do whatever it takes to ensure Ridhi’s safety and well-being.
Meanwhile, in a different setting, Maruti enters Ridhi’s room with a tray of food. He takes a moment to taste the food himself, making a show of proving to Ridhi that it isn’t drugged. After this unsettling display, he presents her with a beautiful dress, making a suggestive remark that only deepens Ridhi’s discomfort. She feels increasingly trapped in this situation, her anxiety mounting as she grapples with Maruti’s unwanted attention.
Back at home, Sai approaches Savi, asking to borrow her phone to call Neil since her own phone isn’t connecting. Savi’s heart races as she realizes that her plan to keep Sai and Neil apart may be at risk. Thinking quickly, she concocts an excuse to distract Sai, urging her to go do something else for a while. Once Sai is out of sight, Savi swiftly blocks Neil’s number on her own phone before handing it back to Sai, ensuring that Sai remains disconnected from Neil and unaware of the truth.
Elsewhere, Neil is seen in a celebratory mood, joyfully marking Tejaswini’s recent university achievement. However, amidst the festivities, he feels a profound sense of loneliness, wishing he had someone to share this special moment with. He picks up his phone to call Sai, but his heart sinks when she doesn’t answer. Disheartened, he decides to visit a place that holds fond memories of Teju, hoping to find some solace in the familiar surroundings.
Simultaneously, Sai attempts to call Neil, but her call fails to connect. Savi, ever the strategist, tells her that Neil might be in an area with low network coverage, all the while plotting to keep them apart. Internally, Savi feels a mix of guilt and determination as she continues to manipulate the situation.
As Neil sits alone with a celebratory cake, a drunken man approaches him, mistakenly believing that the occasion is a birthday celebration. Neil corrects him, explaining that he is celebrating his wife’s academic success. The drunken man, in a moment of vulnerability, shares that his own wife has blocked him, causing Neil to connect the dots. Realization dawns on him that Savi has indeed blocked his number in Sai’s phone. Overwhelmed by emotions, Neil takes a drink offered by the man and begins to reminisce about Sai, his heart heavy with longing.
Later that night, Savi is jolted awake from a nightmare in which she envisions Maruti harming Ridhi. The chilling dream lingers in her mind, leaving her shaken. Just then, she hears Neil’s voice outside the house, slurred and loud. She opens the door to find a drunken Neil creating quite a scene, insisting on seeing his “little pookie,” Sai. Savi, alarmed, tries to intervene and stop him from causing further chaos. However, Neil confronts her directly, accusing her of deliberately keeping him away from Sai. In a moment of desperation, Savi warns him to leave or she’ll call the police. Neil, tears streaming down his face, adamantly refuses to back down, declaring that nothing can separate him from Sai anymore.
**Precap:** In a heartwarming twist, Sai is shown celebrating Father’s Day with Neil, signaling the possibility of a reunion on the horizon. The scene hints at hope and reconciliation, leaving viewers eager to see how their relationship will evolve.