The episode opens with Kalindi bustling around the kitchen, instructing Jagriti to prepare food using the traditional mud stove and wood fire. Ganga, overhearing the conversation, objects to this method, expressing her concerns about safety and efficiency. Kalindi, undeterred, makes a light-hearted comment about how cooking over an open flame is a skill worth mastering. Despite the objections, Jagriti, wanting to prove herself, reluctantly accepts the challenge of cooking the meal.
As Jagriti approaches the task, she hesitantly tries to light a matchstick. However, her fire phobia quickly resurfaces, causing her to panic and drop the match. Frustrated but determined, she reflects on the Chitta people, who have always encouraged her to confront her fears. With a newfound resolve, Jagriti attempts to light another matchstick. This time, she manages to ignite it but is overwhelmed by fear as the flame flickers before her. Suraj, witnessing her struggle, steps in to offer words of encouragement, praising Jagriti for her efforts to confront her fear head-on.
Curious about the welding machine that Suraj brought, Jagriti asks him why he felt the need to bring it. Suraj explains that the welding machine can help her overcome her fear of fire. Confused, Jagriti asks how it will work. Suraj explains that she can wear a helmet that allows her to observe the fire safely, and once she feels comfortable, she can try looking at it without the helmet. Jagriti, touched by his concern, questions Suraj about his motives for helping her. Suraj candidly admits that he is helping himself as well; he wants to maintain the positive impression he made in front of his father. He emphasizes that once the hotel is constructed, all the credit should come to him. After a brief conversation, Suraj leaves, and Jagriti silently apologizes to him, reflecting on how she has changed the hotel plans to prioritize the school project, realizing that only the school will be built, not the hotel.
Meanwhile, Akash is shown to be in a foul mood, visibly upset about the ongoing situation. Sapna approaches him, trying to lift his spirits. She suggests that she will ruin Jagriti’s food to get back at her. However, Akash dismisses her idea, stating that he doesn’t care about such petty matters and urges Sapna to act independently. As he walks away, Sapna plots to sabotage Jagriti’s cooking, believing that if she ruins the food, Akash will take notice of her.
Back in the kitchen, Suraj continues to assist Jagriti in overcoming her fear of fire. Despite his various attempts, including using the welding machine and other methods, nothing seems to work effectively. Suraj then inquires whether Jagriti is afraid of smoke as well. When she replies that she isn’t, Suraj sees a glimmer of hope, believing that if she can handle smoke, they might find a way to help her with the fire.
Meanwhile, Sapna decides to keep a close watch on Jagriti while she cooks. Avni approaches Sapna, requesting to go shopping for stationery for her project. Sapna initially refuses, but Kalindi intervenes, insisting that Sapna take Avni out; otherwise, she risks failing her internals. Reluctantly, Sapna agrees but insists that she needs to keep an eye on Jagriti. Kalindi reassures her that she will monitor Jagriti and tells her not to worry. Avni, pleased with the arrangement, gives a thumbs up to Suraj and Jagriti, indicating her support.
As the cooking progresses, Suraj tries to assist Jagriti in the kitchen. However, Kalindi notices Suraj’s involvement and tells him not to get too involved with Jagriti’s cooking. Just then, Kalikant calls Kalindi, asking her to come quickly. Kalindi agrees and heads out, leaving Suraj and Jagriti alone in the kitchen.
Once Kalindi leaves, Suraj tells Jagriti that they can start the fire now. He explains that Avni will distract Sapna while Kalikant keeps Kalindi occupied. Jagriti, curious, asks how Suraj managed to convince Kalikant to distract Kalindi. Suraj mischievously reveals that he put itching powder in Kalikant’s kurta, which will surely keep him busy. Jagriti is astonished and questions who would go to such lengths. Suraj confidently asserts that he will do whatever it takes to help her.
In another part of the house, Kalikant, feeling the itch from the powder, takes off his kurta and asks Kalindi to scratch his back, effectively keeping her occupied and distracted.
Back in the kitchen, Jagriti is visibly scared as she sees the fire. Sensing her fear, Suraj acts quickly. He places a blindfold around Jagriti’s eyes, assuring her that he will guide her through the process and become her eyes. Jagriti, trusting Suraj, agrees to follow his instructions.
With Suraj’s guidance, Jagriti successfully cooks all the food, overcoming her fears with each step. As she finishes, Kalindi and Sapna enter the kitchen, surprised to see that Jagriti has prepared the meal. Jagriti, feeling accomplished, later serves the food to Mahesh Jha.
Mahesh Jha takes a bite of the food and praises Jagriti for her cooking skills, declaring that he has approved their building plan. Kalikant, impressed, praises Suraj for his role in the KK construction building plan. However, the mood shifts when Mahesh reveals that the building plan is actually for a school, not a hotel. Kalikant and Suraj exchange worried glances, realizing that Jagriti’s plan has taken an unexpected turn.
The episode concludes on this note of uncertainty, leaving viewers eager to see how Jagriti’s decisions will impact the future of the hotel and the school project.