The episode commences with Ishana confronting Mangal, expressing her pent-up frustration and hurt over Mangal’s absence for six months. Ishana insists that they have managed to adapt and live happily without Mangal, questioning the purpose of her return. She dismissively tells Mangal to leave, stating that she plans to go out to eat with her friends and has no need for Mangal’s cooking, which she deems unworthy.
As Mangal attempts to engage with her daughter, asking about the friends Ishana plans to meet, Sowmya interjects. She firmly states that Mangal should not intrude in Ishana’s life and should respect her independence. Mangal, concerned for Ishana’s safety, suggests that she enjoy her time with her friends at home instead, offering to order food for them. Ishana reluctantly agrees to this compromise, but Sowmya, observing the interaction from a distance, thinks to herself that Mangal’s attempts to reconnect with her children will ultimately fail, predicting that they will push her away.
In a parallel scene, Kapil is busy reviewing a presentation with Adit, seeking reassurance that the numbers are accurate. Adit confirms that he has double-checked everything. Kapil decides to verify the details by contacting Mangal. As he rummages through his belongings, he notices a tiffin box belonging to Mangal. When he opens it, a small note falls out. Adit, while enjoying some pancakes, picks up the note and misinterprets it as being intended for Kapil, which stirs feelings of jealousy within him. He quickly hides the note and, when Kapil inquires about it, Adit lies, claiming there was no note.
Later, Ishana’s friends arrive, excited and full of energy. They begin to admire the decorations and setup of the party, declaring it even better than a restaurant venue. As they take pictures to capture the moment, Mangal brings them drinks. However, chaos ensues when one of the friends accidentally knocks over the tray, spilling the drinks everywhere. Instead of offering help, the friends rudely demand that Mangal clean up the mess, mistakenly assuming she is merely a maid. As Mangal starts to clean, they make derogatory comments about her, further belittling her in front of Ishana.
Sowmya enters the scene and adds to the mockery, sarcastically instructing Mangal to clean properly. Meanwhile, Ishana’s friends, charmed by Sowmya’s demeanor, express their admiration for her style and comment on how fortunate Ishana is to have her as an aunt. Mangal, feeling the sting of their words, tries to maintain her composure. She calmly asserts that no job is too big or too small and emphasizes that it is wrong to judge a woman based on her attire. This only prompts the girls to mock her further, dismissing her words as lectures. Mangal, undeterred, insists that girls from respectable families should not insult others based on appearances before walking away, leaving Ishana’s friends offended and ultimately causing them to leave.
Sowmya seizes the opportunity to manipulate Ishana, laying the blame for her friends’ departure squarely on Mangal. This prompts Ishana to confront Mangal, angrily calling her “Mamma.” In response, Mangal highlights the irony of Ishana’s behavior, reminding her that she is indeed her mother and questioning why Ishana stood by and allowed her to be insulted. Mangal reflects on the efforts she made to create a welcoming environment for Ishana and her friends, asking if Ishana has fulfilled her duties as a daughter. She explains that she had remained silent to protect Ishana from embarrassment, then walks away, leaving Ishana grappling with feelings of guilt.
Sowmya attempts to console Ishana, suggesting that they could go to a nice restaurant another day. However, Ishana firmly rebuffs her, asking her to stop using pet names and to leave the room. Sowmya, confused by Ishana’s reaction, questions why she is being treated this way, but Ishana asserts that she wants her aunt to be authentic and real with her.
Later, Sowmya vents her frustrations to Adit, claiming that Mangal’s actions have insulted Ishana’s friends and caused her distress. She recounts how Ishana was so hurt that she shut the door in her face. Sowmya expresses her belief that Mangal is oblivious to what her children truly want. Adit, still pondering the note he found earlier, feels increasingly perplexed. Sowmya urges Adit to tell Mangal to know her boundaries, prompting Adit to reflect on what Mangal truly desires, especially after the incident with Ishana and the mysterious note.
Adit eventually confronts Mangal, who clarifies the misunderstanding regarding the tiffin. She explains that she accidentally gave Akshat’s tiffin to Kapil, unaware that it contained extra sweets meant for Akshat, who enjoys them but is unaware of their implications for Pratima’s health. Adit’s confusion begins to dissipate as he realizes the note was intended for Akshat, alleviating his worries about Mangal’s intentions.
As the weather begins to turn cloudy, Mangal steps outside to collect clothes from the line. Kapil, noticing her, approaches and holds an umbrella over her. Mangal attempts to speak, but Kapil encourages her to express her pain, likening it to the rain that eases the burdens of the sky. Overwhelmed with emotion, Mangal confides in Kapil about her struggles. She reveals her confusion regarding Ishana’s anger towards her for leaving, explaining that her intentions were to become independent so she could provide better for her children. Mangal fears that she may have returned too late, potentially losing Ishana forever. She vows to fight for her relationship with Ishana, promising to protect her from any harm that may come her way. As she speaks, tears stream down her face, marking the emotional climax of the episode.
The episode concludes with Mangal’s heartfelt determination to mend her relationship with Ishana, leaving viewers with a sense of anticipation for how these familial dynamics will unfold in the future.