The episode begins with the village head, accompanied by others, confronting Vihaan and demanding to see his marriage certificate. Vihaan reacts defensively, questioning why they are meddling in his personal affairs. The village head insists that he will protect the reputation of the village at all costs. Ketki acknowledges that something wrong has occurred and vows to make it right. Aniruddh comments to Arshi that she must be feeling satisfied, to which Arshi responds that the truth needs to be revealed, questioning why anyone would hide their true identity. Aniruddh retorts that she has disrupted the peace between Jhanak and Vihaan. Arshi insists that she doesn’t believe Vihaan and Jhanak are truly married, and she wants their wedding to happen.
Ketki turns to Vihaan, pressing him to confirm whether he is married to Jhanak. Jhanak interrupts, stating that their marriage never took place. The village head demands to know how Vihaan can live with Jhanak without being married. Vihaan explains how he met Jhanak and brought her to his home, reminding Ketki that he hasn’t shared a bedroom with Jhanak, implying that she will be leaving soon.
Ketki questions if the police have come looking for Jhanak, suggesting that she must have done something wrong. She tells Vihaan that they can take care of Ahaan without Jhanak’s involvement. At that moment, Priyanshi arrives, prompting Ketki to scold her. Praveen Kumar explains that he brought Priyanshi back from the competition, where she placed second. Jhanak congratulates Priyanshi on her achievement.
Arshi declares to Praveen Kumar that Jhanak is not the daughter-in-law of their household. Vihaan reminds Arshi that Jhanak is her sister, but Arshi retorts that she has never accepted Jhanak as such. Jhanak asserts that she does not want Arshi to be her sister, emphasizing that she is only there for Ahaan. The village head threatens to call the police, but Praveen Kumar defends Jhanak, stating she hasn’t harmed anyone and has taken proper care of Ahaan. He then offers to take Jhanak back to his home, while Priyanshi encourages Jhanak to stay.
Vihaan claims responsibility for Jhanak, referring to her as his Avni. He expresses his readiness to marry her if she agrees. Aniruddh supports the idea that Jhanak should marry Vihaan, but Jhanak firmly tells Aniruddh not to meddle in her affairs. She admits she’ll miss Ahaan but reiterates that doesn’t mean she is ready to marry Vihaan. Jhanak tells Vihaan that she doesn’t want his sympathy. Vihaan insists that his offer is sincere and directly asks if she will marry him.
Aniruddh probes Ketki about her acceptance of Jhanak and Vihaan’s relationship if they decide to marry. Ketki reluctantly affirms that she will have to accept it for the sake of their family’s reputation. Prachi asserts that Jhanak shouldn’t feel pressured to answer in front of everyone and declares her intention to initiate the marriage functions. Jhanak then heads inside, but Aniruddh encourages her, stating that Vihaan will make her happy. Arshi questions whether Jhanak still holds hope. Jhanak responds cryptically that they’ll have their answers soon before leaving.
The following day, Jhanak confides in Ahaan that she cannot marry Vihaan and needs to leave. She writes a letter for Vihaan as Mehek calls out to her from outside. Jhanak requests a couple of minutes alone, but Sejal questions why Jhanak is taking so long to prepare after everything that has happened. Prachi urges Jhanak to open the door. Concerned, Sejal speculates that Jhanak might have fainted due to not eating. The group decides to fetch Vihaan. Meanwhile, Jhanak finally emerges from her room.
**Precap:** Vihaan asks Aniruddh if he loves Jhanak, to which Aniruddh honestly admits his feelings. Arshi overhears this revelation and faints in shock. Meanwhile, Jhanak boards a bus, unaware that Kul Bhushan’s goons are watching her movements.