The episode begins with Adit urging Mangal not to make any emotional decisions. Mangal defiantly states that she will do what she feels is right and later expresses regret for leaving Kusum alone, blaming herself for her condition. Determined not to abandon her again, she is shaken when a fire breaks out at the mental asylum. Kusum screams for help as the staff attempts to rescue patients but fails to notice that she is locked inside her cell.
Mangal frantically searches for Kusum but is stopped by the warden, who insists that no one is inside. Mangal explains the situation, emphasizing that Kusum is unfamiliar with the place and still in danger. Meanwhile, Sowmya is instigating Adit against Mangal, questioning why he hasn’t confronted her for supposedly disrespecting him in front of others. She argues that he has the right to make decisions regarding his mother’s care without Mangal’s interference. Adit, feeling overwhelmed, asks Sowmya to stop.
As the situation intensifies, Mangal successfully finds Kusum and brings her to safety, scolding the doctor for his negligence. The doctor apologizes and tries to justify his actions, but Mangal insists that she cannot risk Kusum’s safety any longer and decides to take her home despite the doctor’s warnings against stopping treatment midway. He assures her that he will ensure Kusum’s safety, but Mangal is resolute.
Back at home, Adit is worried about his mother, and Sowmya expresses that Mangal’s actions could be dangerous. Mangal arrives with Kusum, and Sowmya berates her for bringing her back instead of ensuring her well-being in the hospital. Ignoring Sowmya’s comments, Mangal takes Kusum inside. Frustrated, Sowmya continues to provoke Adit against Mangal, claiming that she is jeopardizing their family’s safety and criticizing Mangal for taking this situation lightly.
As tensions rise, Adit lashes out at Mangal, accusing her of pretending to care for Kusum when he’s the one trying to get her the help she needs. Mangal asserts that she never suggested he doesn’t care and declares her commitment to taking full responsibility for Kusum. Sowmya, unhappy with Mangal’s stance, incites Adit further, calling for him to speak out against her. She even contacts the doctor to discuss the situation, pressing Adit to hold Mangal accountable for her reckless behavior.
When the doctor arrives, Adit confronts him about allowing Mangal to take his mother. The doctor reveals the truth about Mangal’s bravery in rescuing Kusum from the fire. Grateful, Adit apologizes to Mangal for his earlier outburst, prompting confusion from Sowmya, who cannot understand why he is thanking her. Adit acknowledges that Mangal risked her life to save Kusum, explaining that he shudders to think of what might have happened otherwise.
Sowmya dismisses Mangal’s insistence that she can care for Kusum at home, arguing that it is unsafe for everyone. Mangal asserts that she will be with Kusum around the clock and will restrict anyone from meeting her or bringing her food, insisting on taking full care of her. Adit supports Mangal’s decision, infuriating Sowmya, who feels thwarted in her efforts to get Kusum back into the hospital.
Meanwhile, Lakshmi informs Karthik about Jia’s behavior, expressing her anger upon discovering that Jia threatened to divorce him and attempted to harm her. Upset, Karthik injures his hand in frustration. Lakshmi laments that Jia is free while Karthik languishes in jail, hurting from his confinement. Just then, Lakshmi receives a phone call from the hospital, prompting Karthik to inquire about the matter. She lies and leaves to admit Gayathri, wondering how she fainted.
Ridhi overhears and questions her about Gayathri’s whereabouts, demanding to know where she has been. Lakshmi reluctantly admits she was aware of Gayathri’s condition and explains everything to Umesh, who is disappointed in her for not disclosing the truth. Ridhi adds that if anything happens to Gayathri, it will be Lakshmi’s fault.
In a twist, Jia has an accident while Lakshmi is settling the hospital bill. Lakshmi receives a call from Raghuveer, who urges her to relocate to another hospital for safety, but she disregards his advice and hangs up. As Raghuveer checks her location, he discovers that Jia is at the same hospital. As Jia regains consciousness and exits her room, Raghuveer warns Lakshmi, fearing for Gayathri’s safety if Jia sees her.
The episode ends with a palpable sense of tension as Lakshmi fears that Jia might discover Gayathri and their plans could unravel.