The episode begins with Harneet expressing her suspicions about Mallika to Mannat. Harneet is clearly worried and questions why Mallika would lie to Vikrant about seeing Mannat drunk. Mannat defends Mallika, stating that she is not as cunning as Aishwarya. However, Harneet insists that Mallika’s actions are questionable, prompting Mannat to resolve to investigate whether Mallika is truly plotting against her.
Later, Mannat confronts Mallika, who is visibly upset with her for causing a scene the previous day. Mallika accuses Mannat of clinging to her husband and claims that she does not deserve Vikrant’s love or friendship. Mannat, undeterred, asserts that she knows she didn’t drink alcohol; rather, someone must have spiked her food. Mallika, taken aback, accuses Mannat of trying to blame her for the incident and threatens to tell Vikrant about their conversation. Mannat, however, counters that it would be wise for Mallika to share this information with Vikrant, as she has proof that she didn’t consume anything except for a brownie. She reveals that she has taken a blood test to confirm that her food was tampered with.
Mannat feels betrayed, realizing that Mallika may indeed be plotting against her. In a moment of confrontation, she threatens to inform Vikrant about Mallika’s actions. This infuriates Mallika, who pushes Mannat in anger. Mannat’s head hits the wall, causing her to faint. Meanwhile, Aishwarya observes the unfolding drama and thinks to herself that no one has shared any negative news about Mannat, leading her to believe that her plan has failed.
In a panic, Mallika calls Aishwarya for help, confessing that she accidentally pushed Mannat down and fears that if Vikrant finds out, he will never forgive her. Aishwarya attempts to calm her down, but the tension rises as Vikrant enters, talking on the phone. He thanks his assistant for managing to keep the incident under wraps and for providing positive news about Mannat. Aishwarya quickly hides Mannat in Vikrant’s room and tells him that she is changing her dress, which allows him to leave without discovering the truth.
Terrified, Mallika reveals her fears to Aishwarya, admitting that Vikrant must not find out that she spiked Mannat’s food or that she pushed her. She laments that Vikrant hasn’t accepted her as his wife and is still sleeping on the sofa, having never even touched her. She confesses that she has orchestrated many plans to secure their marriage, even lying to Vikrant about their intimacy. Aishwarya, frustrated, slaps Mallika, telling her that if she had listened earlier, she wouldn’t have stooped to such lows. Mannat, regaining consciousness, confronts Mallika about her actions.
Mannat expresses her disappointment, stating that she is not pretending to be faint and that she is genuinely hurt, with blood from her injury. She reveals that she overheard Mallika admitting to Aishwarya that she wanted to kill her to prevent her from revealing the truth to Vikrant. Mannat feels betrayed, lamenting that she considered Mallika a friend and is ashamed of their friendship now. She accuses Mallika of ruining her reputation in front of the media and betraying not just her but also Vikrant, who sees her as a true friend. Mallika retaliates, claiming that Mannat betrayed her first by stealing their Mezbani, but Mannat insists that this is a matter of life and death.
The argument escalates as Mannat declares that she does not care about Mallika’s wealth or status; she only cares about the truth. She confronts Mallika about spreading rumors regarding her physical relationship with Vikrant, which was merely a ploy to marry him. Mallika, feeling cornered, insists that Mannat is her enemy now. Mannat, unwavering, professes her love for Vikrant and vows to reveal the truth to him.
In a tense standoff, Mannat challenges Mallika to stop her, asserting that this is a personal conflict between them. Aishwarya interjects, reminding Mannat of her promise not to disrupt Mallika’s relationship with Vikrant, hinting that there are stakes involved. Aishwarya claims that Mannat has gained something from this situation, but Mannat counters that her love for Vikrant is her strongest proof.
Mallika, in a moment of desperation, reveals how she manipulated Vikrant into falling for her with her fabricated sad story. She admits to acting innocent to win his heart, believing that her tactics have worked since Vikrant legally considers her his wife now. Mannat argues that their relationship is built on lies and will inevitably crumble. She reflects on how Vikrant has always stood by her, searching for ways to connect, while he ignores Mallika.
In a fit of rage, Mallika shoves Mannat, causing a candle to fall onto her wedding dress, igniting it. Mannat sees this as a sign from God that she is being supported in her quest for true love. She declares that Vikrant is her first love and that no matter what obstacles they face, she will reclaim his heart. Mallika, now terrified, realizes the gravity of the situation.
As the episode concludes, Mannat feels guilty for misjudging Vikrant based on Mallika’s words. She resolves to win back his love and apologizes to him, leaving Vikrant suspicious that she is hiding something from him, setting the stage for further conflict and drama in the upcoming episodes.
