The episode opens with a light-hearted moment as Alex informs Kalindi that he does not eat non-vegetarian food. Kalindi, ever the gracious host, encourages him to let them know what he and his companion, Jack, would prefer to eat, assuring them that she will prepare something special. Just then, Jagriti enters the scene, announcing that the food has already been prepared. She serves them a delicious spread of Indian cuisine, taking a moment to explain the traditional methods behind each dish. Alex and Jack savor the meal, expressing their delight and praising Jagriti for her culinary skills.
As the meal progresses, the conversation shifts to more serious matters. Alex turns to Kalikant, instructing him to arrange for the transfer of Rs 25 crores to his warehouse. Suraj, overhearing this, raises an objection, arguing that it is unfair for them to handle both the compensation payment and the logistics of delivery. Alex responds with a firm tone, explaining that they have no choice in the matter, as SP Kalpana has established checkposts throughout the area, making it difficult to operate freely.
In a moment of strategic thinking, Jagriti proposes an alternative plan to Alex and Jack. She suggests delivering the money to the Kuldevi temple, which lies beyond SP Kalpana’s jurisdiction. This would provide a safer route for transporting the funds. Alex considers the idea and ultimately agrees to the plan, recognizing its potential advantages.
However, Jagriti sets a condition for the operation. Since they would be taking a significant risk, she proposes that they keep Rs 10 crores from the total amount of Rs 25 crores and only hand over the remaining Rs 15 crores. She presents them with two options: they can either come to their home to collect the full Rs 25 crores or pick up Rs 15 crores from the temple. After deliberation, Alex accepts Jagriti’s proposal, and the two leave to make the necessary arrangements. Kalikant then asks Kalindi to organize a visit to the Kuldevi temple, to which Kalindi readily agrees.
In the meantime, Kalindi informs Ganga about the upcoming pooja at the Kuldevi temple and requests her to make the necessary preparations. Ganga, eager to help, agrees without hesitation.
Later, Jagriti approaches Ganga with a curious question about the numerous baskets Suraj has ordered. Ganga explains that the baskets are intended for the temple pooja. Suraj, meanwhile, brings the baskets into Kalikant’s study and attempts to outline his plan to Akash and Kalikant. In a moment of stealth, Jagriti decides to sneak in, but as she does, she turns off the lights, prompting Suraj to go check the fuse.
Kalikant inquires about the capacity of the baskets, asking Akash how much money one can hold. Akash estimates that each basket can carry around Rs 1 crore, leading Kalikant to conclude that they will need a total of 15 baskets for the Rs 15 crores they plan to transport. Just then, the lights flicker back on, interrupting their discussion.
Suraj enters the room and unexpectedly catches Jagriti in the act. Kalikant demands to know what she is doing there, and Jagriti seizes the opportunity to deliver good news: Alex has agreed to lower the compensation amount. She explains that during a phone call with Alex, she maintained a friendly relationship and even offered him more Indian dishes, which ultimately led to the reduction in the compensation.
Kalikant expresses his appreciation for the lower amount but firmly instructs Jagriti not to interfere in his business decisions, asserting that he will always have the final say.
The following day, Suraj and Jagriti arrive at the temple to pray, where Suraj reassures Jagriti that he will not allow the deal to fall through. He brandishes his gun as a show of force, but Jagriti counters by holding up a handful of rice grains, implying that her faith and strategy are her true weapons against his threats.
Meanwhile, Ganga struggles to remove her bangle, prompting Jagriti to ask Suraj for help. He assists her, and afterward, Ganga blesses Suraj, expressing her hopes for a successful outcome. Suraj then tells Jagriti that with his mother’s blessings, she will not be able to sabotage the deal. Jagriti, unfazed, gives a sharp retort in response.
In a cunning move, Suraj secretly adds weights to Jagriti’s basket, intending to hinder her during their journey. He places the heavy basket on her head, and Jagriti immediately notices that it feels unusually heavy compared to the others. She insists that Kalindi, as the head of the family, should carry the largest basket, and Kalindi, understanding the importance of the gesture, agrees and takes it from her.
Jagriti, sensing the tension, tells Suraj that she has invited a few friends to help disrupt the deal, leaving him to ponder her intentions as she departs.
As Suraj and the women approach a police checkpost, the officers insist on inspecting the baskets. Suraj, prepared for this moment, agrees to have one checked and presents a clean basket that he had prepared in advance. The police conduct their inspection and find nothing suspicious, allowing them to pass through without incident.
Feeling triumphant, Suraj taunts Jagriti, asking if these were the friends she had mentioned earlier, smugly reminding her that nothing was found. He then walks away, leaving Jagriti to contemplate her next move. As she takes a handful of rice grains, she thinks to herself, “My real friends will come now,” hinting at the unforeseen challenges that lie ahead.
The episode concludes with a sense of anticipation, as the characters navigate their complex relationships and the looming threat of betrayal.