The episode opens with Arshi confronting Jhanak about her claim that Aniruddh loves her. Jhanak responds that while Aniruddh did love her, he backed away once he realized it was wrong. She confesses that she loves Aniruddh but doesn’t want to pursue him. Jhanak reassures Arshi that she doesn’t need to worry about her presence. Just then, Aniruddh walks in and overhears their conversation. Arshi asks Jhanak to bring her some soup, and Jhanak inquires if she needs anything else. Arshi requests juice in an hour, suggesting that Anjana shouldn’t have to do all the housework and that Jhanak can help. With that, Jhanak exits.
Arshi then checks in with Aniruddh, asking if he feels bad. He pointedly mentions that she could have hired a caretaker instead. Arshi reminds him about Shubhankar’s financial struggles, arguing that since Jhanak is living there, having her do some work isn’t an issue. Aniruddh retorts, insisting he doesn’t want Jhanak treated like a maid. Arshi counters that Jhanak is helping to care for her sister, leading Aniruddh to think that Arshi has started a new ploy.
On another front, Jimli expresses her frustrations to her boyfriend, lamenting that her father isn’t around to support her. She questions why he hasn’t introduced her to his parents, to which he replies he can’t tell them he loves a girl from the Basti. He assures her of his love and promises to marry her, but Jimli insists she’ll claim her share of the money no matter what. He tells her not to worry, assuring her of his support.
Back at the household, Aniruddh confronts Jhanak about her feelings toward him. She urges him to focus on his life instead, noting that her staying in his house is enough for her. Jhanak explains why she called Choton instead of him and warns him about the dangers outside. When she questions if he wants to keep her from going out because he isn’t happy, he reprimands her for insulting him and claims he didn’t know she hated him so much. Jhanak responds that it’s not about hate but rather what he deserves.
Later, Apu informs Anuradha that the doctor has assured her she will be fine. Jimli comments about the money being spent on Apu’s treatment and questions Lalon about her marriage. Lalon’s self-centered behavior leads to a warning from Anuradha to Jimli not to accuse him. Apu insists she will work once she recovers, and they can have a grand wedding for Jimli. However, when Apu gets too close, Jimli pushes her away, demanding space. Lalon claims he hasn’t spent Jimli’s share of the money.
Anuradha, concerned about Jimli’s boyfriend, insists she won’t give Jimli any money. Jimli retorts that she will stay until she receives her share, causing Lalon to refuse. Apu tries to mediate and urges Lalon to give Jimli the money. Just then, Kajol arrives, and Jimli declares that she’ll go to a lawyer if she doesn’t get what she wants. Anuradha warns Lalon that Jimli’s stubbornness will ruin their lives. Jimli counters with accusations that her boyfriend can’t even bring his parents to the Basti. Anuradha maintains that Jimli’s boyfriend is not a good person, while Lalon insists they should give Jimli her money. Anuradha defends Apu, stating she’s never complained about the Basti, to which Jimli claims Apu isn’t in her right mind. Kajol tells Jimli to bring her boyfriend to discuss things further, and Lalon assures Jimli she will get her money.
Returning to the previous scene, Jhanak tells Aniruddh she doesn’t want to talk to him. When he asks if she believes he cheated on her, she questions if he did not betray her. Aniruddh insists he never betrayed her and expresses that he doesn’t deserve to be insulted. She reassures him that she isn’t trying to insult him. He tells her she can choose whether to speak with him, but Jhanak retorts that he can order her around, just like Arshi. She declares her intention to stay with them until Arshi gives birth, stating she’ll think about her future while staying there. Aniruddh inquires if she plans to get married, to which she replies that he seems unable to see her happiness, insisting that marriage is not a girl’s ultimate goal. She adds that Aniruddh can treat her as his wife’s sister and then goes inside.
The episode concludes here.
**Precap:** Aniruddh questions why Jhanak needs to cook, to which she responds that he shouldn’t worry about her.