The criminal threatens to slit Lakshmi’s throat if she speaks. Angrily, Lakshmi responds that she will not stop, as they have harmed her daughter. Hearing this, Rishi stands up in shock, asking if Lakshmi referred to her daughter. Aayush, worried, also starts to think about it. Rishi, looking emotional as he gazes at Lakshmi, asks if Paru is his daughter.
Meanwhile, Dadi hugs Shalu, expressing joy at seeing her daughter back in the house after so many years. She questions whether Shalu remembers this house. Anoushka, observing Shalu’s tears, realizes they stem from the pain of losing Aayush. Dadi states she never differentiated between Shalu and Lakshmi and wonders why Shalu turned away from them. Shalu asks about Paru and Lakshmi. Dadi questions Shalu’s interest in them, and Anoushka recalls Malishka’s warning about keeping the truth hidden. Shalu insists that Paru is her niece and that she has come to support them. Dadi is shocked, realizing Lakshmi is still alive and begins to cry.
As the tension escalates, Rishi asks the criminal what he wants, to which the criminal replies that he can guess she is either the mother of Rohan or Paru. Lakshmi refuses to engage with him, but Aayush intervenes, attempting to help. A struggle ensues, with Aayush and Rishi fighting against the criminals. Lakshmi takes the opportunity to free Malishka, but when a criminal threatens them with a gun, she retaliates by hitting him with a rock.
Amid the chaos, Rishi confronts Lakshmi about not telling him that Paru is their daughter. She claims it wasn’t necessary, but Rishi argues that it is crucial, expressing his deep connection to Paru. He confesses that he has felt a bond with her and has always wanted a daughter. As they talk, Lakshmi hears Paru calling and runs to find her.
In another room, Rohan urges Paru to be quiet, fearing the criminals will hear them. But Paru insists on calling for her parents. The criminals, unable to find the children, plan to bring them out after securing their capture. Just then, Lakshmi and Rishi call out to Paru and Rohan, who rush to the door and embrace their mother. Paru calls Rishi “Dad” as she hugs him, and Rohan follows suit. The moment is emotional, but it is interrupted when a criminal fires a shot, causing the children to scatter.
Rishi and Lakshmi frantically search for Paru and Rohan, but Aayush soon appears with Rohan. However, the criminal seizes the opportunity to take Paru hostage. Lakshmi demands to know where Paru is, but they hear police sirens approaching. The criminal threatens to harm Paru if they don’t back off. Rishi, determined to save his daughter, runs to her aid, but Paru becomes unconscious. Lakshmi pleads with Rishi to do something as she tries to revive Paru, and Rishi insists they must take her to the hospital.
Meanwhile, Karishma questions Shalu’s presence at the house and refuses to let Dadi invite her back inside. Dadi tries to explain, but Karishma accuses her of falling for Shalu’s manipulations. Shalu expresses concern that the truth about Lakshmi’s survival must not come out, fearing the consequences.Aayush stops the car as Rishi asks if he called for a doctor. Shalu sees Paru and asks Lakshmi what is happening. Lakshmi fills her in on the situation, assuring her that Paru will be fine.Back at the house, Karishma wonders who is at the door, fearing it could disrupt everything if Neelam wakes up. When she opens the door, she is shocked to see Rishi carrying Paru.
Shalu and Lakshmi rush forward, and Karishma is left breathless, realizing that Lakshmi is alive. Anoushka questions Karishma about her reaction, and Karishma reveals Malishka’s deceit. Vowing to protect her family, Karishma plans to tell Neelam and kick Lakshmi out of the house, believing it would have been better if she had died. In the room, Shalu stands with Lakshmi, while Rohan asks if Paru will be okay. Lakshmi reassures him, saying Paru is just injured, hugging Rohan as Dadi watches from the window, stunned to see Lakshmi alive.
The doctor informs them that the child has a head injury and, being so young, she is significantly affected. He reassures them not to worry, stating that she will be fine. Rohan sits by her bedside, echoing the doctor’s words to comfort everyone. Outside the room, Dadi observes Lakshmi, and upon seeing her, Lakshmi comes out and touches her feet. Dadi blesses her to live long, be happy, and remain in her sight always. Overwhelmed with emotion, Dadi expresses her happiness to see Lakshmi.
As Lakshmi tries to speak, Dadi interrupts, saying she doesn’t want to hear anything but values Lakshmi’s presence. They embrace and cry together, sharing a moment of deep connection. The doctor asks them to give space to the patient. Meanwhile, Karishma questions Malishka about why she didn’t inform her about Lakshmi’s presence. Malishka explains that she didn’t have a network when she went to see Rohan, so she couldn’t reach out. Avinash overhears their conversation and inquires why Malishka didn’t return. Karishma insists that she wouldn’t return.
Ayush asks Shalu why she didn’t call him. She replies that it’s not too late to celebrate, and he thanks her. As Shalu leaves, she reflects on her feelings for Ayush. Rohan encourages Lakshmi to hold his sister’s hand, assuring her it will help ease the pain. Lakshmi gently holds Paro’s hand and rests her other hand on Rohan’s head. The doctor requests a hot water bag, and although Lakshmi is hesitant, Dadi urges her to fetch it from the kitchen.
Karishma tells Avinash that they don’t want Lakshmi to return, claiming she brought nothing but trouble and misfortune. Avinash, confused, wonders why she wouldn’t return if she were alive. Karishma suggests that perhaps Lakshmi chose not to return due to the seven years that have passed, during which Rishi has moved on with Malishka. Shalu enters and greets Avinash, but Karishma reprimands her for it. She tells Avinash that Shalu is a reflection of Lakshmi, who was thrown out previously yet still tries to re-enter their lives.
In the kitchen, Lakshmi feels tense upon seeing Rishi. He confronts her about Paro, insisting that she is not just her daughter. Rishi expresses his anguish over feeling robbed of his parental rights, emphasizing that both parents love their children equally. He accuses Lakshmi of betrayal, stating that Paro is his daughter too. Lakshmi contemplates lying but is interrupted by Karishma, who demands to know why Shalu is there. Shalu asserts that Lakshmi doesn’t want to return.
Karishma expresses her distrust toward Shalu, who defends herself, pointing out that seven years have passed, yet Karishma hasn’t changed. Lakshmi insists she would have revealed the truth if Paro was Rishi’s child, but Rishi firmly believes Paro is his daughter. Lakshmi recalls seeing Rishi and Malishka together and remarks that she once believed she held a special place in his heart, but now knows he has a son with Malishka. Rishi challenges Lakshmi to explain why she urged him to save Paro, asserting that it was because Paro calls him “Dad.”
As tensions rise, Shalu and Karishma argue. Kiran intervenes, furious at Shalu’s words. Malishka yells at Shalu, who retorts that she will not tolerate any disrespect toward her sister. Dadi steps in, trying to restore calm, while Lakshmi tells Shalu to accompany her. Kiran questions why everyone is so affected by Lakshmi’s presence. Karishma insists that Lakshmi should leave, accusing her of causing chaos in their lives. Rishi defends Lakshmi, revealing that she was with him to rescue the children and confirming that Paro is indeed Lakshmi’s daughter. Everyone is taken aback by this revelation.
