The episode begins with Shruti reaching out to Mannat, concerned about her well-being. She asks if someone has upset her and encourages Mannat to share her feelings openly, without holding anything back. In response, Mannat masks her pain, lying that she is simply busy and that her rough voice is due to enjoying ice cream. Shruti advises against eating ice cream in this climate for health reasons and urges Mannat to talk to her, but Mannat abruptly ends the call.
Meanwhile, Vikrant is in a conversation with his assistant, offering advice that resonates with Mannat. She feels inspired and resolves to focus on her work, deciding not to underestimate any task. Puneet informs Aishwarya that he has given Mannat a reality check and insists she won’t return to work, describing her swollen face from crying as amusing. Aishwarya is pleased to hear this news, but Mannat unexpectedly walks back in. She tells Puneet she didn’t clean the area properly and immediately begins to tidy up. Puneet complains to Aishwarya about Mannat’s stubbornness, noting her return to the job.
Aishwarya suggests that Puneet make a video call to show Mannat at work. He complies, showcasing Mannat diligently cleaning the kitchen. Mannat stresses her commitment to serving customers and insists she will do whatever it takes, whether cooking or cleaning, to ensure their satisfaction. Puneet grows frustrated with her determination.
As this unfolds, Aishwarya reflects on Mannat’s stubbornness, suspecting her ambitions may include getting closer to Vikrant. Aishwarya recalls her own history, detailing the sacrifices she made to become Aishwarya Rai and how she even changed her identity and lost her newborn. She believes that Mannat pales in comparison to her resolve and vows to prevent her from taking Mallika’s place in Vikrant’s life.
Kiran confronts Aishwarya about her ongoing manipulation and how much havoc she has already wreaked in her son’s life. She questions who Aishwarya intends to hurt next. Aishwarya dismisses Kiran, asserting she is not in a good mood.
Kiran expresses surprise at Aishwarya’s rare praise of Mannat, to which Aishwarya threatens that Mannat will regret it. Kiran chooses to leave upon sensing Aishwarya’s foul mood.
Back at the restaurant, Mannat finishes her work but is faced with a messy kitchen that Puneet has deliberately created. He orders her to clean it again. Frustrated, Mannat suggests he go home to rest while she deals with the mess. Overwhelmed, she shouts out in anger, which catches Vikrant’s attention. Heartbroken, Mannat begins to cry. When Vikrant offers to help, she misinterprets his intentions, thinking he’s Puneet, and angrily refuses his assistance. In her frustration, she grabs a pan to defend herself but stops when she realizes it’s Vikrant. In her rush, she accidentally steps on his foot and sprains her leg. Vikrant helps her to sit down, asking her not to stay on the floor.
Mannat denies being an angry person and shares her frustrations with Vikrant. He advises her not to belittle any work, and together, they start cleaning the kitchen. Meanwhile, Puneet is scolding a servant nearby. Aishwarya learns from Puneet that Mannat is alone with Vikrant and rushes over to the restaurant, determined to expel Mannat from the kitchen.
The episode ends.