Neelam sits with a glass in her hand when Lakshmi offers to massage her feet. Neelam declines, but Lakshmi insists, saying it will only take a few minutes and that Neelam will feel better. Virender asks if Neelam can walk, and Lakshmi jokes that Neelam will soon be running and beating him. She offers to massage her feet again, but Neelam asks her to go away, calling Lakshmi stubborn. Virender defends Lakshmi, explaining that she has always taken care of everyone and may feel guilty.
Neelam agrees but comments that Lakshmi was troublesome as a child, hoping nothing wrong happens. Shalu and Bani discuss the forgiveness between Virender, Neelam, and Lakshmi. Rano expresses her belief that Lakshmi’s destiny brings her nothing but misfortune, and she won’t find peace. Meanwhile, Malishka reveals her plan, recalling a moment where she and Rishi took rounds around a Lohri fire and how they will become husband and wife soon.
Sonal listens, intrigued, as Malishka shares the details of her scheme. Rishi walks into the room, finding Lakshmi preparing the bed. He wonders if she has recovered, imagining a moment where they take rounds around the Lohri fire. Malishka continues to plot, expressing her hopes of becoming Rishi’s wife after their ritual. Sonal is on board with her plan, ready to execute it.Lakshmi, noticing Rishi’s gaze, calls him “buddhu.” Bani comments on her tendency to speak negatively, claiming that Lakshmi’s destiny won’t let her be happy.
Shalu reassures Bani that things will improve, especially with the upcoming Lohri celebration. Malishka sets the fire ablaze, and Rishi wonders if trouble is coming for Lakshmi.The next morning, Lakshmi decorates the temple with flower petals, saying that she has prayed to God, believing that Rishi and Maa are looking out for her. Dadi suggests they all do the aarti together. Everyone gathers and offers their prayers, with Lakshmi distributing the aarti. Dadi instructs Ayush to light the Lohri fire, and everyone prepares for the ceremony.
Lakshmi holds the diya to prevent it from blowing out, and Dadi blesses her. She also asks Rishi to take rounds with Lakshmi during the celebration, though Malishka quietly plots against them, hoping things will unfold as planned. Later, Lakshmi asks Neelam about the medicine she prepared, and Neelam confirms that it’s correct. Sonia storms in, accusing Lakshmi of causing her to fall, scolding her for always making mistakes, and telling her to stay away from the celebration. Lakshmi, upset, leaves.
Sonia continues to complain about Lakshmi’s presence in the house, and Virender intervenes, questioning why Sonia is so upset. Neelam agrees that Sonia has always had an issue with Lakshmi. Virender brushes it off, urging the family to enjoy the celebration. Rishi asks Lakshmi why she looks so sad. Lakshmi admits that her head is hurting, but she also fears making another mistake. Rishi reassures her that accidents happen but insists that she shouldn’t ruin the family’s happiness. When Lakshmi still refuses, Rishi decides that he won’t go either. He convinces her to join the celebration, promising they will stay together.
Ayush and the others admire the decorations, while Karishma, Neelam, and Sonia arrive. Sonia compliments the setup, but Ayush proudly claims credit for it, with help from Shalu and Bani. Rano and Kiran exchange words, with Rano suggesting that Kiran may still hope that Rishi will marry Malishka. Kiran brushes it off. Meanwhile, Sonal wonders where Malishka has gone, and Sonia intentionally makes Shalu fall, causing her to stumble into Ayush’s arms. Ayush is suspicious of Sonia’s intentions. As the Lohri fire is lit, Rishi and Lakshmi begin to move away from the crowd.
Lakshmi suggests Rishi should enjoy the festivities while she watches from a distance. Dadi blesses them, but Malishka is anxious that her plan is about to unfold. She and Sonal recall their actions at the cottage, where Malishka had hidden a gift meant for Lakshmi and manipulated the door lock to trap her. While the family celebrates, Malishka prepares for the next stage of her plan. Sonia continues to cause disruptions, and Ayush realizes she is intentionally creating chaos.
Malishka, with a kerosene can in hand, watches as the celebration unfolds. She plans to set the fire and ensure that Lakshmi suffers. As Lakshmi watches the dance, Rishi smiles at her, but Malishka is outside, peering into the cottage, eagerly awaiting the right moment. Mukesh enters to retrieve gifts but unknowingly avoids the hidden one. Malishka, thinking everything is going according to plan, prepares to make her move. Sonia continues to stir trouble, while Rishi and Lakshmi enjoy the moment together.
Neelam and Virender complete their rounds, symbolizing their bond for seven lifetimes. The fire burns brightly, and the family celebrates together. Lakshmi, curious, approaches the gifts, and Dadi mentions that Lakshmi has one too. Mukesh is sent to retrieve it but claims it may have been left at the cottage. Lakshmi heads toward the cottage to find the missing gift, unaware of the trap waiting for her. Malishka watches from the shadows, confident that her plan will soon succeed.
