The episode begins with Mannat determinedly telling Mallika that she will meet Mrs. Burman today, no matter what. She expresses her gratitude to Mallika for all her support. However, Mallika cautions Mannat that Mrs. Burman knows her well and warns that if she finds out that Mallika helped her, she won’t take it lightly. Mannat confidently tells her to leave.
Later, Aishwarya asks about Mallika’s whereabouts. When Mallika arrives, she lies, claiming she was inquiring about new classes. Kiran criticizes Mallika for not knowing what her daughter is doing with her life. Rona prompts everyone to have breakfast, but Neetu refuses, saying if her son is hungry, how can she eat? Puneet informs Aishwarya that he has arranged a meeting with a client in Singapore and has even prepared the menu, to which Mallika teasingly remarks that it is actually Mannat’s menu he’s copied. Aishwarya shoots Mallika an irritated look, and she quickly apologizes. Meanwhile, Mannat waits outside, eager to meet Mrs. Burman, thinking to herself that Mrs. Burman is quite stubborn.
Vikrant confronts Puneet about fixing the meeting with the client without consulting him first. Aishwarya chimes in, asserting that it’s for everyone’s benefit. Vikrant, however, disagrees, stating he finds it unrealistic. He accuses Aishwarya of being overly happy about this situation, pointing out that she has always wanted to go to Singapore. Vikrant is adamant about opening the Mezbani restaurant at their current location and warns Puneet not to make decisions on his behalf. Neetu appreciates Vikrant’s strong attitude, while Aishwarya and Puneet look disappointed.
Meanwhile, Mannat grows increasingly thirsty but is too anxious to leave her spot for water, fearing Mrs. Burman might leave without meeting her. When lunch break arrives, Mannat still hasn’t eaten anything. Shruthi video calls her, and Mannat knows she must put on a happy facade to prevent her mother from realizing she hasn’t had a meal. She lies to Shruthi, saying she has eaten, but feels guilty for deceiving her.
Back inside, Aishwarya pretends to care about Vikrant and claims she has never treated him differently from Mallika, insisting he is like her own son. She creates a scene, prompting Vikrant to apologize for being rude. He shares that opening the Mezbani restaurant is his dream and he refuses to take any risks in this endeavor. Emotions run high as he scolds Aishwarya for making decisions without consulting him. Aishwarya counters that it was Vikrant who decided they should make decisions together as business partners, so he shouldn’t have acted alone. He apologizes again, and she suggests considering opening the restaurant in Singapore if Mrs. Burman doesn’t give him a chance, and he reluctantly nods, while Aishwarya internally plots not to let him have that opportunity.
Later, Mannat eagerly waits for Mrs. Burman but is frustrated because Mrs. Burman seems disinterested in hearing her out and is instead discussing the menu with her assistant. She insists on arranging a special dessert for her son-in-law, despite her main chef being absent, demanding that it be prioritized. Just then, Vikrant arrives and scolds Mannat for jeopardizing his efforts. Feeling woozy, Mannat is informed by a peon that she has been waiting there since morning without food. Concerned, Vikrant is compelled to take care of her.
**Episode Ends.**