Rishi asks Lakshmi if she feels happy discussing all this and points out that her words sound insincere. He warns her that if she keeps repeating her negative thoughts, she might start believing them and urges her not to hurt herself with such talk. Lakshmi expresses her wish that he hadn’t said those hurtful things. Rishi notices the pain in her voice, and when he asks her to stop pretending he doesn’t know her, she tells him not to go, admitting that she feels hurt by him. He confesses that he has hurt her deeply and acknowledges that his words alone can’t heal her. Lakshmi declares that she doesn’t want his words or any kind of healing ointment, asserting that he should leave her life. When she mentions that Malishka is outside, Rishi steps out, but they find Malishka is not there. He asks Lakshmi to talk to him, but she retorts that she doesn’t want to talk to Malishka’s husband, sarcastically wishing him a happy 7th wedding anniversary.
Meanwhile, Ayush admires a shirt, but Anushka disapproves, claiming it looks old-fashioned. Ayush defends the shirt as nice and sober, but Anushka insists it belongs to someone older. When Shalu arrives and sees Anushka taking the shirt from Ayush, she asks Anushka to give it to her. Anushka playfully argues that she wants it for her driver, and Ayush tries to mediate. Anushka leaves to check out the discount section, and Shalu ends up giving the shirt back to Ayush. Back with Lakshmi, she apologizes for being late to wish Rishi a happy anniversary and wonders if he was surprised she knew about it. When she questions him about wanting to talk to her and then suddenly withdrawing, she recalls his previous words about feeling incomplete without her and thinking about her since their separation.
Rishi, however, defends himself, stating that she knew he was married to Malishka, which is why she acted aloof. He admits he felt bad for hurting her but insists that she has made him feel guilty, as if he is the criminal in their situation. Lakshmi reveals her internal struggle, feeling she made a mistake and blaming herself for their separation. Rishi admits he was foolish but now respects her wishes and tells her to leave him alone, prompting them to go their separate ways. Later, Rohan approaches Ayush, excited about his tiger costume, and they share a moment of joy. Paro, who is with Lakshmi, encourages her to try on clothes, but Lakshmi feels they don’t fit well. Paro insists, and as they discuss clothes, Malishka arrives and questions why Lakshmi hasn’t left yet.
Anushka praises Rohan for his performance and makes giraffe sounds, prompting a playful interaction with him. Malishka confronts Lakshmi, accusing her of using Paro as leverage to gain money from Rishi. She offers Lakshmi cash and suggests she should focus on securing a better life for herself and her daughter. Lakshmi firmly rejects Malishka’s offer, emphasizing that she cannot be bought and that her self-respect and integrity are more important than any amount of money. She tells Malishka that she will leave after Paro’s school event. Malishka warns that Rishi will discover the truth about Paro at the event.
As Rohan seeks out Rishi, Lakshmi watches from a distance, feeling the ache of Paro missing out on a father’s love. Rishi embraces Rohan, and both he and Lakshmi contemplate giving their love to their respective children. Paro, excitedly spotting Rishi, rushes to him, calling him Dad. Lakshmi, unable to intervene, hides away as Paro insists on taking a selfie with Rishi and Rohan. Malishka suggests they head home, and as they leave, Paro turns to Lakshmi, eager for her to meet Rohan’s dad. Lakshmi tells her they’ll meet later on the event day, and as they wait for Shalu, Paro runs off to call her, while Rishi and Lakshmi share a moment of eye contact.
Paro tells Lakshmi that she will go outside to get her book, warning that if Chachi Nani (Rano) sees her, she will get angry. As Paro leaves, Shalu arrives and asks Lakshmi for money for the auto. Lakshmi gives her some cash and notices some coins on the ground, which she picks up. Paro helps her and curiously asks why she touches coins to her forehead. Lakshmi explains that it is an avatar of Lakshmi Mata. Paro then points out that while Lakshmi touches coins, Rohan’s mother didn’t do the same at the mall, implying she doesn’t regard money in the same way. Lakshmi insists that she also believes it and had touched her forehead with money, which Paro didn’t see. Shalu overhears this and inquires about what happened at the mall.
Meanwhile, Kiran talks to Malishka, noting that Lakshmi didn’t take money from her, even though she earns a small amount as a teacher. Malishka dismisses Lakshmi’s qualities, prompting Kiran to defend her. Neelam joins the conversation, suggesting that Malishka struggles with time management. Shalu then chimes in, saying Malishka hasn’t improved her behavior. Lakshmi expresses concern about Rishi finding out that Paro is her daughter, mentioning that while Malishka knows, they shouldn’t have come here. Malishka asks if they should praise Lakshmi, and Kiran acknowledges Lakshmi’s qualities while indicating that Malishka is smarter. Malishka states that she understands how everyone views her and Lakshmi. Neelam overhears this and inquires about Malishka’s animosity toward Paro.
Lakshmi discusses plans to return to their village with the travel agent, which Paro overhears and questions her about. Neelam confronts Malishka about her remarks while Kiran suggests that Neelam has a soft spot for Paro. Rishi enters, asking what’s going on, and Neelam explains that they shouldn’t trouble anyone. Malishka tries to downplay the situation, but Rishi emphasizes their values. He mentions that Mukesh said she was here, and he asks Neelam if she is accoming Dadi to the doctor. As Rishi hands a file to Neelam, she instructs Malishka to call Rihaana for the NGO meeting and asks Rishi to spend time with Rohan.
Lakshmi and Shalu reminisce about their village life, and Paro expresses a desire for her father and Rohan to be there. Rishi confides in Ayush about his feelings for Lakshmi, explaining that while he knows she loved him, he wishes she had asked about his relationship with Malishka. He feels hurt by Lakshmi’s words and the accusations made against her. Ayush suggests that Rishi has also hurt Lakshmi, revealing his own struggles in standing up for her. Rishi acknowledges that they have all caused Lakshmi pain, realizing she has endured so much without complaint. Ayush encourages Rishi to wait for a resolution between him and Lakshmi, and they share a heartfelt hug.
Back with Paro and Lakshmi, Paro adamantly refuses to go to the village, insisting that her father and Rohan are here. Lakshmi tries to reason with her, stating that she won’t listen to her arguments and they must return to the village. Paro, feeling rejected, expresses her sadness and frustration, wanting to cry.Rishi is having a conversation when Rohan arrives, calling him “her put,” a term Dadi used to use. Rishi asks Rohan if Paro mentioned they would be leaving, but Rohan replies she hasn’t told him anything. Rishi thinks that Paro might be unaware of the situation. Ayush interrupts, mentioning that office staff are trying to reach Rishi. Tired, Rishi decides to take a day off to go to their Pune farmhouse, and Malishka expresses interest in going, noting the farmhouse’s name.
Ayush asks Rohan why he isn’t in school, to which Rohan responds he’s about to go, calling Ayush “buddhu.” Ayush comments that Rohan is acting like Paro, prompting Rishi to reflect on the similarities between Paro and Lakshmi. Meanwhile, Lakshmi confides in Shalu about scolding Paro for her good, expressing her concern about Rishi potentially taking Paro away and giving her the love of a father. Pardoesn’tves at school, sharing with Rohan that their mother scolded her. The teacher announces a Raksha Bandhan theme for the Annual Day, where students will tie rakhi threads to each other. Lakshmi laments how Rishi has caused her pain, feeling betrayed and worried for her daughter’s safety.
As Paro becomes emotional and runs away, Rohan chases after her. Lakshmi is heartbroken, and Shalu reassures her they will return to their village soon. Rohan catches up with Paro, telling her to stop running, and they sit together on a bench. Paro confides in Rohan about her reluctance to leave when their father and Rohan are there, prompting Rohan to suggest an escape to the farmhouse until they figure out what to do.In the kitchen, Malishka is informed about an encounter Anushka had with a girl she had argued with, who was with Paro. Malishka connects the dots and realizes it must be Shalu. Determined to keep this information from Anushka, she plots to ensure her plan to drive Lakshmi away succeeds.
Rohan tells Paro about the Pune farmhouse and proposes they hide there. Paro agrees, but questions how they will get there. Rohan suggests they can use the driver, but Paro thinks they should take a bus instead.Lakshmi finds a message from Rishi and replies that she plans to return to their village, emphasizing the personal nature of her struggles. Rishi expresses his desire to help her, warning that if she leaves, Paro will too. Lakshmi insists Paro is her daughter and she will be leaving her. Rishi, understanding her concerns, offers his support. Later, Kiran praises Malishka as she prepares for an event where she’ll speak about the betterment of poor children. Neelam suggests Malishka wear her old saree for the occasion.
Meanwhile, Lakshmi reassures her teacher that they are returning to their village that night and encourages her to stay at their home. Neelam also discusses Malishka’s attitude, with Kiran expressing surprise at Neelam’s cold reaction to Malishka’s achievements. Just then, Rohan and Paro arrive, and Malishka’s anger flares at the sight of Paro, although Kiran tries to calm her down. Rohan and Paro sneak into their room, taking money from Rishi’s clothes, which raises Anushka’s suspicions. Malishka plans to create trouble for Paro and cause Neelam to scold her, hoping to frighten her away from their home.
