### Extended Version of the Episode Summary
The episode opens with a palpable tension as Sowmya confronts Adit, her anger simmering just beneath the surface. She is deeply troubled by the fact that everyone around them is acknowledging Mangal as Adit’s wife, and she is perplexed by Adit’s apparent happiness regarding this situation. Sowmya’s mind races with accusations, leading her to suspect that Adit might be reminiscing about his first marriage. This thought fills her with resentment, as she grapples with feelings of jealousy and insecurity.
Adit, on the other hand, is taken aback by Sowmya’s accusations. He is resolute in his stance, emphasizing that his primary concern is his father’s well-being. This situation is not about Mangal or past relationships; it is about ensuring that Sudesh, his father, receives the care and attention he needs. Adit feels disappointed that Sowmya would think so poorly of him, and this disappointment drives him to walk away from the confrontation. As he departs, Sowmya is left feeling frustrated and isolated, believing that Adit is beginning to adopt Mangal’s perspective. This thought further fuels her anxiety as she harbors a secret fear that Sudesh might regain the memory of her pushing him into the well, a memory that she desperately wants to keep buried.
Meanwhile, the scene shifts to Kusum, who is taking Sudesh to the temple. The atmosphere in the temple is serene, yet it is charged with unspoken emotions. As they arrive, Sudesh notices that Mangal is not wearing her sindoor or mangalsutra, two significant symbols of her marital status. His observant nature prompts him to question her about the absence of these items through gestures. Kusum, ever attentive, interprets Sudesh’s signs and informs Mangal that he is inquiring about her nuptial chain and vermillion.
Mangal’s heart races at this moment of realization. She recalls the doctor’s warning not to reveal the truth to Sudesh, knowing that doing so could have serious consequences for both her and Sudesh. Kusum, assuming that Mangal simply forgot to wear her mangalsutra after bathing, encourages her to put it on. However, Mangal hesitates, caught in a web of conflicting emotions. Kusum, wanting to reassure Mangal, reveals that she had taken the mangalsutra for repair and offers to retrieve it, hoping to alleviate the situation.
In a parallel moment, Sowmya is grappling with her own frustrations. She clutches the mangalsutra tightly, her emotions boiling over. In a fit of anger, she drops the mangalsutra, the sound of it hitting the ground echoing in the quiet space. Sudesh, noticing her distress, looks on with curiosity, prompting Adit to rush over to help her. As Adit bends down to pick up the mangalsutra, Sudesh’s innocent inquiry about Sowmya’s identity adds another layer of complexity to the situation. Kusum quickly intervenes, crafting a lie to explain Sowmya’s presence, claiming that she is the daughter of a friend of her sister and is temporarily staying with them for work.
Feeling sidelined and hurt, Sowmya quietly leaves the scene, her heart heavy with resentment and bitterness. Alone, she reflects on her actions, vowing to keep the mangalsutra she took from Mangal and expressing her determination not to return it. This moment of defiance encapsulates her inner turmoil and sense of betrayal.
As the story unfolds, Adit and Kusum approach Sowmya, trying to mitigate the tension. Adit encourages her not to feel bad about the situation, while Kusum reminds her that their actions are motivated by a desire to aid Sudesh’s recovery. She requests that Sowmya return the mangalsutra, emphasizing the importance of Mangal as a true suhagan. Sowmya, feeling cornered, protests vigorously, questioning how they can ask her to remove the mangalsutra, which she believes symbolizes the sanctity of a married woman. Kusum, however, stands firm in her resolve, explaining that the mangalsutra is vital for Mangal’s identity and well-being. She gently reminds Sowmya of her promise to do anything for Sudesh’s recovery, urging her to reconsider.
Despite her reluctance, the pressure mounts, and Sowmya ultimately hands over the mangalsutra, feeling defeated and resentful.
Back at the temple, Mangal is anxious as she turns to Sudesh, eager to begin the pooja since the auspicious time is slipping away. However, Sudesh remains unresponsive, which only heightens her anxiety. Kusum insists that the rituals must occur at the right time and urges Mangal to wear the mangalsutra. In that moment, Mangal is struck by a sudden realization; she remembers giving the mangalsutra to Sowmya. As Sudesh observes, Mangal receives the mangalsutra and carefully places it around her neck, her heart heavy with the implications of this act.
Adit gestures for her to proceed, and Kusum instructs Mangal to apply sindoor, but Mangal hesitates once more, grappling with her internal conflict. At this critical moment, she receives a call from Kapil, but Kusum, prioritizing the rituals, disconnects the call, reminding Mangal that the pooja is more important than any work-related matters. With tears welling in her eyes, Mangal applies the sindoor, hoping to bring happiness to Sudesh, despite the emotional burden it represents for her.
As the rituals unfold, Sowmya watches from a distance, her anger and frustration reaching a boiling point as she sees Adit and Mangal performing the ceremonies together as husband and wife. Unable to contain her emotions any longer, she storms out, feeling betrayed and hurt by the unfolding events.
Later, Adit seeks out Sowmya, attempting to calm her down. He reassures her that their actions are solely for Sudesh’s recovery and emphasizes that he did not force Mangal to wear the symbols of marriage. His words are intended to comfort her, but they fall on deaf ears as Sowmya continues to grapple with her feelings of jealousy and insecurity.
In a poignant moment of introspection, Mangal stands before a mirror, gazing at her reflection. She touches the sindoor and mangalsutra, her expression filled with a mix of emotions. The weight of her circumstances settles heavily on her shoulders as she contemplates the significance of these symbols. In her mind, she recognizes that they belong to someone else, and this realization transforms them into a burden rather than a source of pride. The episode closes on this note of internal conflict, leaving viewers to ponder the complexities of love, sacrifice, and identity as the characters navigate their intertwined fates.