Kumud’s house is filled with tension as Yash’s mother weeps over her son’s imprisonment. Badimaa tries to explain that no one is happy about Yash being sent to jail, but Yash’s mother defends her son and blames others. The argument intensifies as Yash’s mother brings up Badimaa’s past, saying Kumud might face a similar heartbreak as Badimaa once did.
Badimaa denies the comparison, insisting Saras has taken Yash’s blame upon himself, proving he is nothing like his father. Kumari overhears this and is shocked. At the police station, Vidyachatur apologizes to Ghuman and invites her home. Ghuman, feigning hurt, accuses him of mistreating Saras.
Saras defends Vidyachatur, prompting Ghuman to apologize but with an ulterior motive. She mentions the upcoming family connection through their children’s marriage, leaving Kumud and Saras silent. Vidyachatur then goes to meet Yash. Back at Kumud’s house, Badimaa and Kumud’s mother discuss their fears about the family’s unity. Ghuman arrives with Saras and Didi.
Ghuman undermines Badimaa by insisting on feeding Saras herself. Saras obliges to avoid conflict but later seeks Badimaa’s blessing, upsetting Ghuman. Meanwhile, Yash’s mother grieves alone, feeling neglected by everyone. Saras and Kumud later visit the temple, where they have a heartfelt conversation. Saras reveals his hesitation about incomplete relationships causing pain, leaving Kumud emotional.
She confronts him about his rejection, and they exchange bittersweet words about their fate. Saras returns Kumud’s kamarbandh, symbolizing their unresolved feelings. Meanwhile, Ghuman and Didi plot against Vidyachatur, intending to use the haveli to break his friendship with Laxminandan. Kumud overhears part of their conversation but is misled by Ghuman’s manipulative remarks.
Later, Ghuman taunts Kumud’s mother, but Kumud stands firm, showing pride in her values. Saras praises Kumud for her sincerity, but Ghuman disrupts the moment by suggesting a Mu-dikhai ritual. She performs it mockingly, leaving Kumud, Saras, and her mother shocked. Saras asks Ghuman to rest, but she dismisses his concern with sarcasm. Kumud asserts her self-respect, saying she is not an object.
