The episode begins with a tense interaction between Teju and Neil. Teju expresses her confusion, stating that she doesn’t fully understand what Neil is trying to convey. Neil, frustrated, insists that Teju knows exactly what he is talking about but is deliberately choosing to ignore it. Observing this dynamic, Juhi, who is present, wonders why Neil is behaving in such a confrontational manner. The atmosphere grows heavy as Neil asks Teju for a glass of water, but she remains unresponsive, further amplifying the tension between them.
Feeling slighted, Neil questions Teju, asking if he is not even worthy of receiving water from her hand. This remark hangs in the air, showcasing his vulnerability and the emotional distance that has developed between them. Juhi, sensing the discomfort, asks Teju to clarify what Neil is saying, expressing her own bewilderment at the situation. Neil, not one to shy away from the truth, comments on Juhi’s confusion, then expresses a desire to speak with Juhi privately. Aditi and Teju, understanding the need for privacy, decide to leave the room.
Once alone, Neil turns to Juhi with a heavy heart and shares a profound realization: even if he were to marry her, he fears he would not be able to keep her happy. Juhi, taken aback, questions why he feels this way. Neil’s answer reveals the depth of his feelings; he confesses that he loves Teju. He reminisces about the first time he laid eyes on her, a moment that has profoundly impacted him. Juhi, feeling a wave of sadness, asks why Teju never shared this information with her. Neil explains that Teju was unaware of his feelings, and when he finally mustered the courage to express them, she rejected him, stating he was not her type and that she was already in a relationship with someone else.
Juhi’s eyes well up with tears as she grapples with the painful reality that Neil’s heart belongs to Teju and not to her. Struggling to maintain her composure, she asks Neil what his next steps will be. Neil, uncertain about the future, admits that he does not know what he will do next. Juhi, attempting to mask her heartbreak, feigns indifference to his confession. She hands Neil some medicine, urging him to take care of himself, especially since he has a marriage to prepare for. With that, Juhi exits, leaving Neil alone with his thoughts.
Meanwhile, Aditi and Teju are curious about the private conversation that just took place between Juhi and Neil. They press Juhi for details, but she deflects their questions, questioning why she should share such personal matters. Aditi, sensing the underlying tension, brings up the topic of their elders discussing the possibility of Teju’s marriage. Teju firmly states that she has no intention of getting married, a declaration that surprises both Aditi and Juhi. Juhi challenges Teju, asking if she would still refuse marriage even if a good, well-educated man who genuinely loves her showed interest. Teju responds with her own opinions, asserting her independence and desire to focus on her own life.
As Juhi and Aditi leave, Teju finds herself lost in thought, pondering the conversation she overheard between Neil and Juhi. She wonders about the implications of Neil’s feelings and what they mean for her future.
In the precap, the storyline takes an intriguing turn as Rituraj arrives, announcing to Teju that her wish will be fulfilled. He invites her to marry him, prompting Teju to express her reservations. She firmly states that her current priority is to become someone who can support her family, emphasizing her aspirations over romantic entanglements. This declaration sets the stage for potential conflict and character development as Teju navigates her ambitions and relationships.