Rishi comments on Lakshmi’s peculiar behaviour, noting that even her teacher didn’t react like she did. Lakshmi responds that she isn’t a good mother. Rishi asks her not to judge the teacher as a single parent, acknowledging the good upbringing she has given Paru. The teacher arrives, asking why they stopped, and they all walk ahead.Malishka tells her mother to stop because they shouldn’t stoop to the level of those women. Karishma joins Neelam, followed by Kiran and Malishka. Dadi thinks she should follow them since she knows Neelam is at fault and may cause a significant problem.
Rohan and Paru, along with the other children, discuss their escape, emphasizing that they need to stick together. Rohan reassures Paru that they are siblings and need not worry. Suddenly, a man approaches, furious about the children’s presence, and demands they leave. Paru questions why they brought her here when they could have taken her to Pune. The man yells at her, prompting Rohan to step in and defend his sister, warning the man that she is scared.
Lakshmi and Rishi rush to the inspector, explaining that the children left in anger after Neelam scolded them. The inspector asks if there’s any CCTV footage, and Aayush shows the video he obtained from the head of security. After reviewing the footage, the inspector instructs a constable to note the auto driver’s registration and decides to visit the driver’s house. Lakshmi is worried, and when Rishi questions her concern, she reveals she is troubled by how Paru was treated.
Neelam storms off angrily, ignoring Karishma and Malishka’s pleas to stop. Dadi follows, knowing Neelam is at fault and could cause trouble. Rishi and Lakshmi attempt to follow the inspector, but he instructs them to stay back.Dadi is helped onto a bed, and they ask Anoushka to bring a hot water bottle. Anoushka searches the wardrobe, prompting Karishma to question her actions. Anoushka explains she’s looking for the hot water bottle usually kept in Dadi’s room. Malishka interjects, saying Rohan took it to play. Neelam expresses her intent to confront Paru’s mother, declaring she won’t allow Paru back in the house. Malishka warns them not to speak of Lakshmi, claiming it will only cause more issues.
Shalu sits with Chachi, who worries about the children’s delay. Shalu reassures her that Paru is probably playing with Rohan. Chachi suggests calling Divya. As Shalu attempts to call, the teacher exits the police station without signing the papers. Lakshmi hastily signs them, prompting Rishi to question her decision to provide potentially false information. Lakshmi insists it was necessary due to their urgency.The man tells his accomplice to dirty the children’s faces for the photos they will send to potential buyers. When Paru refuses to let them touch her hair, the man insists they will be sold to people who force children to beg. Diya walks ahead, thinking about saving Shalu’s contact. Lakshmi nearly trips but Rishi catches her, asking if she’s okay before she sits in the car.
Rohan and Paru devise a plan with the other children to escape before they can be sold. Rohan reassures Paru that they will find a way out together.Malishka is with Kiran, who questions her about pushing Dadi. Malishka deflects, expressing concern that Rishi and Lakshmi are searching for Rohan and Paru, predicting Rishi will find out that Paru is Lakshmi’s daughter. They are shocked when Anoushka overhears and asks if Malishka is implying that Paru is the daughter of Shalu’s sister, Rishi’s wife. Malishka angrily warns Anoushka not to speak of such things, asserting that Rishi will always be her husband, and insists this information must remain secret.
Rishi, Lakshmi, and Divya arrive at the address given by the inspector. Lakshmi worries about leaving Divya alone with Aayush, pulling her closer. Rishi knocks on the door, and after some argument, the person answers. Lakshmi inquires about the children, and the auto driver admits he dropped them off at a bus stop, noting that two men took them in a white Scorpio car. Rishi and Lakshmi exchange worried glances.Rishi tells Lakshmi that the auto driver mentioned he left the children at the bus stop, where they intended to go to Pune. He reveals that two men arrived and took them away in a white Scorpio. Lakshmi suddenly recalls seeing that car before and urges Rishi to follow her.
Meanwhile, Anushka contemplates Malishka’s words, worried that if Lakshmi arrives, Shalu might show up too, jeopardizing her marriage. Neelam interrupts her thoughts, asking if she is boiling water, and Anushka assures her she will handle it shortly. Neelam promises to support Anushka, who responds that everything is fine for now, though Neelam senses something is amiss.
Paro devises a plan to distract the goons, instructing Rohan to escape with the other kids. Rohan insists he won’t leave without her. To create a diversion, Paro suddenly shouts “snake” and dashes away, prompting the goon to instruct another to capture her before everything falls apart. Paro hides while the goons pass by her.
Back with Rishi and Lakshmi, Rishi chastises Lakshmi for not stopping Paro when she saw her. Lakshmi defends her actions, asking what he would have done differently. They argue, drawing the attention of their teacher, who comments on their quarrel as though they are a married couple. Ayush interjects, clarifying that they are, indeed, married. The teacher remarks on the implications for Paro, but before the conversation can continue, a gust of wind disrupts them, causing Lakshmi’s phone to fall.
Ayush picks it up, and as he hands over his phone to Lakshmi, Shalu calls, prompting Ayush to answer. He informs her that he, Lakshmi, and Rishi are en route to find Paro and Rohan, which makes Shalu anxious. Lakshmi confirms they have a lead on the car and urges them to hurry. Meanwhile, Karishma advises Neelam to confront Paro’s mother before Dadi can recover and side with her. Neelam decides to go immediately. Rohan and Paro share a hug, with Rohan insisting they hide until it’s safe. However, the goons discover Rohan and grab him, threatening him unless the children come out. Paro emerges, pleading for her brother’s safety, while Rohan chastises her for not escaping with the others. Eventually, all the children are forced out of hiding and taken inside.
As Ayush drives quickly, Rishi warns him that the kidnappers are part of a child trafficking ring. He expresses confusion about why the men wouldn’t just have the police arrest the traffickers. Lakshmi answers that they probably want to avoid police involvement, and Ayush accelerates further. Just then, Lakshmi nearly loses her balance, prompting Ayush to apologize and cut himself off mid-sentence.
Kiran questions Malishka’s intentions for going to the location, and Malishka asserts her concern for Rohan as her son. She hides her insecurity regarding Lakshmi and asks Rishi for their location. Malishka then reveals her plan to bring Rohan and Rishi back while leaving Lakshmi and Paro behind.Neelam attempts to leave, but Dadi stops her, insisting she should not go. Dadi insists on joining her to support the right side, while Neelam reluctantly agrees.
Malishka is determined to create a scene that will separate Rishi from Lakshmi. Kiran encourages her to proceed with her plans. The goons instruct Rohan and Paro to sit still. Rishi, Lakshmi, and Ayush arrive at the location, where Paro calls out for her parents. As Rishi and Lakshmi argue, Lakshmi discovers a wristband on the ground, identifying it as Paro’s. Just then, the goons attack Rishi and Ayush, leading to a confrontation. Rishi instinctively catches Lakshmi as she slips during the scuffle.
Rishi, Lakshmi, Ayush, and Malishka confront the goons who have taken the kids captive. The goons threaten to kill Malishka, but Lakshmi bravely offers herself in exchange for Malishka, declaring that they should take her instead. Malishka, wanting to protect her own interests, insists that they should take Lakshmi, claiming she will serve as their shield. The goon, however, does not trust them and pushes Malishka toward Rishi before fleeing with the other goons and the kids in separate cars.
As they regroup in the car, Rishi drives while Malishka inquires if Rishi knows where Paro is. Lakshmi shakes her head, indicating that Rishi is still unaware. Meanwhile, Shalu expresses concern to Rano about the situation, arguing that Lakshmi and Rishi should be united, despite Rishi being married to Malishka.In the hideout, Rohan comforts Paro, reassuring her that their parents will come for them. He wonders why their mother wants to stay away, but Paro remains uncertain.
The goons plot to gather more of their accomplices and discuss their plans with buyers interested in trafficking children. Back at the Oberoi Mansion, Anushka informs Dadi about Neelam resting with a headache, expressing her discontent about the ongoing chaos. Malishka confronts Lakshmi, accusing her of instigating Rishi to come, but the situation escalates when the goons arrive and Rishi offers them money in exchange for the kids. Tension builds as Rishi tries to negotiate, only for a goon to threaten him at gunpoint.
Shalu arrives at the mansion, catching the attention of Anushka, who warns her not to be there. Dadi calls Shalu, and the tension mounts as she realizes her sister is part of the unfolding drama.The goons restrain Rishi, Lakshmi, and Ayush. Malishka, feeling trapped, signals the goons to bind her as well. Rishi pleads with the goons to show some humanity, while Lakshmi passionately declares that even God will not forgive them for ruining children’s lives. Ayush supports their demands, reiterating that they only want the kids.
The goons threaten them again, insisting that any more talk could lead to violence. Lakshmi challenges them, stating that they’ve brought her daughter into this mess and warns them not to underestimate her resolve. This revelation shocks Rishi, who suddenly realizes the connection, asking Lakshmi why she never told him Paro is their daughter. In the emotional climax, Shalu gets emotional as she embraces Dadi, but the tension rises when Dadi questions the whereabouts of Lakshmi and Paro. Lakshmi calls out for her daughter, pleading with Rishi to save her, leaving Rishi in shock as the truth unravels.
