Saras and Kumud are walking together, and Kumud worries about how she will get home, fearing her family will be concerned. Saras reassures her, but she says their concern will increase because he is with her. As they continue walking, the emotional tension builds between them. At Kumud’s house, Kumari and Kusum discuss Kumud and Saras’s trip to the town.
Yash’s mother criticizes Kumud, claiming her actions will disgrace the family. While Vidyachatur and Kumud’s mother remain silent, Badimaa defends Kumud, arguing that even if Kumud and Saras met in town, it isn’t her fault. Yash’s mother persists, saying Kumud will be blamed regardless. Ghuman joins in, subtly fueling the criticism under the guise of concern.
Meanwhile, Saras and Kumud share a bullock cart ride back home. They get off near the house and continue on foot. As the wind picks up, Saras leads Kumud to a shelter, shielding her from the storm. The moment brings them physically close, and their emotions intensify. Despite the connection, Kumud walks away, leaving Saras conflicted.
Back at home, Vidyachatur grows increasingly worried about Kumud’s delay and prepares to search for her. When Kumud and Saras finally arrive, Ghuman immediately questions their whereabouts, making sharp remarks about their reputations. Her words sting Kumud’s mother, who reacts by slapping Kumud, shocking everyone.
Saras tries to intervene, but Vidyachatur tells them to go inside and avoid explaining themselves further.Kumud retreats to her room, upset by her mother’s slap and Ghuman’s accusations. Ghuman feigns an apology to Vidyachatur but continues to stir conflict. Badimaa and Vidyachatur defend Kumud, asserting their trust in her integrity, which only angers Ghuman further.
Later, Kumud, deeply upset, lights a stick and reflects on the day’s events. She blames herself for her family’s distress and Ghuman’s harsh words. Saras finds her crying and approaches cautiously. When she burns her finger, Saras rushes to help, but Kumud stops him.
She confronts him, questioning why he stayed after writing that relationships are a burden. She accuses him of disrupting her life and her family’s trust. Saras, visibly emotional, admits there’s an undeniable connection between them, though it remains unnamed. His honesty leaves Kumud shaken.
