The episode opens with Adit arriving at the reception of a bustling office, determined to meet the lady who represented Kail at the recent investor bazaar. He approaches the receptionist, explaining his purpose, but she informs him that it might be difficult to arrange a meeting as the lady is likely occupied. Adit, however, is persistent and pleads for just one last chance to speak with her. After a moment of hesitation, he decides to call Sowmya to update her on the situation, highlighting his urgency and determination.
Meanwhile, in another part of the office, an employee on the phone informs Mangal that someone has arrived to see her. Kapil, standing nearby, comments that it seems like the same person has returned. Mangal, with a thoughtful expression, responds that it’s always good to give someone a second chance. This conversation leads Kapil to ask Mangal whether she prefers to wear her uniform or formal attire for the meeting. Mangal admits that she is unsure, caught between her professional role and her personal style. As this discussion unfolds, Adit waits impatiently for Susheela, anxious about the potential meeting.
In a parallel storyline, Kusum is shopping for a saree for Pratima and a chunri for Gauri Maa. She approaches the cashier to pay but is met with disappointment when her card is declined. Frustrated, another customer in the shop advises Kusum to step aside if she can’t pay quickly. Kusum, feeling embarrassed but determined, assures the shopkeeper that she will pay shortly and decides to call Adit for help.
As Mangal enters her meeting room, she finds it empty. At that moment, Adit, still on the phone with Kusum, rushes out of the office, assuring her that he is on his way to help. Mangal, puzzled by the absence of her visitor, asks the receptionist about who was waiting to meet her. The receptionist begins to explain that the person had pleaded to see her but left just as the meeting was about to commence. Just as she is about to reveal Adit’s name, Kapil interrupts, asserting that Mangal had wanted to give this person another chance, but it seems he didn’t utilize it wisely.
Mangal, with a hint of disappointment, responds that the individual was merely a minute late and expresses her confusion about why he left. Kapil, ever the pragmatist, suggests that Adit’s actions reflect his ego and advises Mangal to view this as a life lesson about valuing time and not wasting it on unreliable individuals. Mangal counters that she still has much to learn about the business world, and Kapil insists that she needs to stay focused, especially until their branch receives approval in Delhi. Mangal, however, expresses her impatience, stating she cannot wait that long.
Back in the shop, Kusum, still distressed over her financial situation, calls Sowmya again, explaining that her cards are not working. Sowmya, busy with a manicure, responds brusquely, revealing that she has blocked Kusum’s cards to manage expenses, as she is the sole breadwinner of the family. Kusum, with tears in her eyes, explains her desire to gift a saree to the person who invited her to the Gowri Pooja. Sowmya dismisses her wish, suggesting that a box of sweets would suffice. Feeling defeated, Kusum reluctantly returns the saree and chunri to the shopkeeper before leaving.
Later, Mangal arrives at the same shop and is instantly drawn to the chunri that Kusum had previously admired. The shopkeeper informs her that an elderly woman had shown interest in it, but her daughter-in-law had refused to give her money. Undeterred, Mangal purchases the saree and chunri and instructs a shop attendant to deliver them to Kusum, expressing that Kusum reminds her of her own mother. The attendant conveys Mangal’s message to Kusum, who feels a surge of gratitude and decides she must thank this kind stranger.
As fate would have it, Adit finally locates Kusum and expresses his relief at finding her after searching the entire market. Kusum shares her intention to thank the girl who sent her the gifts. However, Adit notices that no one else is around and inquires why she ventured out alone. Kusum explains, “I had no idea Sowmya had blocked my cards. If I had known, I wouldn’t have come to the market.” She shows Adit the chunri for Gowri Maa and the saree for Pratima, her excitement evident. Adit, however, reminds her, “I told you we aren’t going to Pratima’s function. Because of your shopping, I left the office—and I don’t think I’ll get another chance from them.”
Meanwhile, Mangal reflects on the gifts her employees had given her. She imagines Kusum encouraging her to prepare, with children surrounding her, calling her beautiful. The vision brings a bittersweet smile to her face, but she quickly snaps back to reality, realizing how much she misses Kusum and her children. The weight of their absence hits her hard, and she contemplates the challenges of living without them.
The episode draws to a close.