The episode opens with a heart-wrenching scene as Mannat sits alone, tears streaming down her face as she cries out for her mother. Roni, her supportive friend, is by her side, trying his best to console her during this difficult time. Meanwhile, Vikrant is resolutely determined to see Mannat, feeling the weight of his decisions pressing down on him. However, Vishaka, ever the schemer, is worried that Vikrant’s visit will interfere with her plans. Unbeknownst to her, Aishwarya is also plotting something in secret, adding another layer of tension to the situation.
Vishaka approaches Vikrant, expressing her concerns about Mannat’s emotional state. She warns him that Mannat might blame him for everything that has happened, suggesting it would be better for him to stay away. Vikrant, however, is insistent, stating that he feels compelled to meet Mannat today, regardless of the potential fallout. Vishaka, trying to manipulate the situation to her advantage, mentions that Mannat may be heartbroken and decides to call Dhairya for assistance in convincing Mannat to accept Vikrant’s presence. She pretends to make the call, instructing Vikrant to wait while she sorts things out.
Meanwhile, Mallika enters the scene, feigning sympathy as she approaches Mannat. She offers her condolences, but Mannat, in her state of distress, pushes her away, causing the divorce papers Mallika has been holding to fall to the ground. Mannat’s eyes widen in shock as she sees the papers scattered before her. Confused and hurt, she demands to know what they are doing there. Mallika, with a calculated tone, explains that she didn’t want to bring this up, but she felt it was necessary for Vikrant’s sake. She claims that Vikrant pressured her into getting Mannat’s signature on the divorce papers, suggesting that he wants to sever all ties with her.
Mannat listens in disbelief as Mallika continues, revealing that Vikrant informed her of his secret marriage to Mannat. Mallika adds that Vikrant has completed the traditional pehra ceremony with Mannat, implying that he wishes to erase their relationship entirely. This revelation strikes Mannat like a thunderbolt, leaving her reeling. Mallika further manipulates the situation, claiming that Vikrant is determined to prevent Mannat from returning to his life or claiming any rights to their child’s inheritance.
Furious and overwhelmed, Mannat shouts in anger, expressing her frustration and pain. She accuses Vikrant of being inhumane, stating that he won’t even allow her to grieve in peace. Roni chimes in, suggesting that Vishaka has poisoned Vikrant’s heart against Mannat, further fueling her anger. In a moment of rashness, Mannat signs the divorce papers, her emotions clouding her judgment.
Back in the main area, Mallika lies to Vikrant, telling him that Mannat refuses to meet him and has pushed her away. Vishaka, sensing an opportunity, urges Vikrant to leave, but he remains stubborn, insisting that he must see Mannat. Mallika informs Vishaka that she has successfully obtained Mannat’s signature on the divorce papers, emphasizing that it is now Vishaka’s responsibility to prevent Vikrant from seeing Mannat. She warns that if he meets Mannat, Aishwarya will retaliate against her.
Finally, Vikrant manages to meet Mannat, and Dhairya steps in, asking everyone else to give them some privacy. Mannat, feeling a mix of anger and sadness, confronts Vikrant, demanding to know why he is there. Vikrant explains that he has come to say a final goodbye to Shruthi, Mannat’s mother. Mannat, filled with resentment, accuses him of taking away the last shred of peace from their family. She questions what he expects from her after everything that has happened, feeling betrayed by his actions.
Vikrant, trying to defend himself, reminds Mannat that Shruthi is also his mother. This only angers Mannat further, as she blames him for her mother’s death. She reveals that Shruthi was determined to meet Vikrant in hopes of reconciling their relationship, but ultimately lost her life in the process. Mannat’s heart breaks as she grapples with the weight of her mother’s loss and the betrayal she feels from Vikrant.
In the precap, the scene shifts to a cooking competition where Vikrant is attending as a guest. Unbeknownst to him, Mannat’s daughter, Dua, is participating in the competition, setting the stage for an unexpected reunion that could change everything.
