Today episode begins with Karan receiving a call from Tulsi which is saved as “Maa” on his phone. Riyo notices this and questions Niyati about who this Maa could be. Niyati admits she has no idea.
Riyo answers the call and tells Tulsi that he is Karan’s son asking her identity. Tulsi is left shocked and speechless. Just then Karan rushes in and asks about the call. Riyo informs him that someone named Maa had called so he picked it up.
Karan quickly makes an excuse saying that everyone calls her Maa because she runs an orphanage and he often visits there which is why he saved her contact that way. Riyo says he wants to learn these things from him. Karan then says he has some urgent work and needs to leave.
Niyati questions why he is leaving so soon. Karan insists it’s important. Riyo asks to accompany him but Karan refuses saying it will take time. Riyo then asks him to drop him at a cafe where his friend is waiting and Karan agrees.
Tulsi and Mihir Wedding Plan
Meanwhile, Munni, Hrithik, Parth and Pari are discussing wedding card designs. Shobha comments that the design isn’t working and says that first the bride and groom should agree to the wedding.
Aryan arrives and asks whose wedding they are discussing. Shobha teases him saying it’s his wedding but Munni stops her calling it a secret. Shobha then reveals that they are planning Tulsi and Mihir’s marriage. Aryan finds the idea amazing. Pari mentions that the wedding card is ready but Hrithik points out that Tulsi hasn’t agreed yet. Aryan asks if Gautam knows about this.
Shobha says Gautam needs to be involved. She calls him but he initially says he is busy and will call later. However when Shobha insists it’s important regarding Tulsi he asks what happened. Hrithik sends him the wedding card via email. Gautam checks it and is shocked questioning why there is no date and how Tulsi agreed. Hrithik clarifies that Tulsi hasn’t agreed yet which is why no date is mentioned.
Gautam realizes Tulsi doesn’t even know about this plan. Pari says only he can convince her as Tulsi listens to him. Everyone requests Gautam to talk to her and he finally agrees making everyone happy.
Riyo and Vaishavi’s Heated Encounter
Karan and Riyo get stuck in traffic. Riyo says Karan shouldn’t have taken the trouble and asks to be dropped nearby as the cafe is within walking distance. and Riyo leaves the car.
Later Riyo accidentally bumps into Vaishavi who is about to fall but he catches her. Instead of thanking him Vaishavi scolds him. Riyo gets irritated saying she should be grateful for the help instead of reacting rudely.
They argue and Riyo sarcastically asks if she is always like this or just shocked. Vaishavi replies that he should try to help her but he is the one being rude. Riyo says he could have helped more but her attitude stopped him. He reminds her it’s a public road and people walk here then leaves. Vaishavi remains furious.
Karan Reveals the Truth About Riyo
Karan finally tells Nandini the truth about Riyo. Tulsi asks Nandini if she is okay. Nandini however refuses to accept it and accuses Karan of making up stories to prove himself right.
She angrily questions how he could stoop so low. Tulsi supports Karan saying he is not lying and that she has seen Riyo herself. Nandini is triggered by memories of her painful past with Ansh and becomes disturbed. Karan explains that he hid the truth for years because he knew she wouldn’t be able to handle it. He clarifies that he is only Riyo’s guardian Riyo looks like Ansh but he is not like him and Ansh is no more alive.
Mihir adds that it was important to tell her the truth even though it would bring back painful memories. Tulsi says their family is breaking apart and hiding the truth would have made things worse.
Samaira Interrupts
Samaira arrives and notices the tense atmosphere. She asks if everything is okay and whether Karan said something to Nandini. Karan avoids the truth and says everything is fine asking Nandini to confirm so Samaira doesn’t stress.
Nandini assures her she is fine. Samaira reminds everyone about their plan to visit the flea market saying it’s the last day. Nandini initially refuses but Tulsi and Mihir insist she should go since she promised. Eventually Nandini agrees and Samaira gets excited.
Parth and Vaishavi’s Confession Love
Vaishavi reaches the factory carrying heavy boxes and almost drops them. Parth notices and helps her. He gently tells her she should have asked for help.
Vaishavi praises Parth for being respectful and compares him to the rude guy she met earlier (Riyo). She narrates the incident.saying he pushed her, caught her and then argued instead of helping. Vaishavi says if her hands weren’t full she would have taught him a lesson. Parth tells her he doesn’t want to hear anything about him he is feeling jealous.
Vaishavi teases him saying they are just good friends so why is he feeling jealous . Parth remains silent. She adds that Parth can’t express his feelings openly. Parth finally gathers courage and says ‘I love you’ but when he turns around Vaishavi is not there.
She hides nearby and then responds ‘I love you too’. Parth becomes overjoyed and starts celebrating.
Tulsi Breaks Down Over the Past
Later Mihir tries to comfort Tulsi telling her everything will be fine. Tulsi however is overwhelmed. She says Ansh’s son has returned and Riyo looks exactly like him.
She questions how anyone can handle such a painful past suddenly standing in front of their present. She fears this truth will affect every relationship and even Riyo’s future. Tulsi admits she is emotionally exhausted and doesn’t have the strength to face another challenge. She misses her mother deeply saying earlier she could seek comfort in her lap but now she is alone.
Mihir reassures her that he will stand by her side even if he cannot replace her mother. He promises to never leave her and believes they will find a solution together.
Tulsi expresses her inner conflict on one side is the guilt of her son’s death and on the other is Ansh’s son and his mother seeking justice. She also worries about Nandini remembering what Ansh had done to her and wondering how she will cope with all this.
Mihir suggests that they should take a break from the problem for a while believing that things will eventually find a way to resolve themselves.
Precap:Mihir asks about the wedding and Tulsi shows him their wedding invitation. Meanwhile Riyo tells Niyati that nothing will be cooked today and they should go out for dinner. Samaira suggests a family dinner outing and Mihir agrees. In a shocking moment Niyati sees Karan and Nandini together.
