Today’s episode begins with an intense confrontation as Mannat clearly tells Neetu that Vikrant has no place in Dua’s life. She firmly states that Vikrant is nothing to Dua and that Dua is her and Dhariya’s daughter. Dhariya is taken aback by Mannat’s sharp tone and reminds her that she has never spoken to Neetu in such a way before.
Mannat admits that she is angry. She questions Neetu for suddenly doubting Dhariya and speaking badly about Dua. She reminds Neetu that she never raised a finger at Dhariya before, never looked down upon Duaand always trusted them. Mannat asks what suddenly changed today that Neetu could say such harsh things.
Mannat Questions Neetu’s Actions
Mannat turns towards Dhariya and questions him for staying silent. She asks why he kept listening quietly instead of stopping Neetu. Mannat then confronts Neetu saying that Dhariya tried to explain that bringing Dua into this matter could emotionally harm herbreak her heart and leave a deep scar on her young mind. Yet Neetu refused to listen.
Mannat questions why Neetu believes Vikrant has the right to know the truth now. She reminds her how Vikrant once blindly trusted Vishakha and abandoned Neetu and Roni leaving them helpless on the streets.
Mannat Painful Memories
Mannat recalls how Vikrant put her behind bars and forced Roni to sign property papers just to secure Neetu’s release. She points out that even after all this Vikrant never once thought about Neetu’s condition her life or her struggles. She painfully recalls how Vikrant abandoned her in the temple leaving her standing alone in bridal attire humiliated and broken. Neetu breaks down hearing this but Mannat continues saying she can never forget how Vikrant questioned her character accused her wrongly and destroyed her dignity.
Mannat reminds Neetu that Vikrant knew she was pregnant yet he forced her to sign divorce papers on the day of their child’s last rites. That memory still haunts her.
Mannat’s Clear Decision
Mannat states that Vikrant returned only to ruin the peaceful world they built over the years. She says that if Vikrant had stayed away their lives would have remained calm. Mannat questions how Neetu can now say that Vikrant has a right over their lives. She clearly declares that her family consists only of Neetu, Roni, Dhariya and Dua. Mannat says she can do anything for her family and will not allow anyone to hurt or break it. She warns that she will stand against anyone who tries to destroy their bond even if that person is Neetu herself. Neetu is left shocked by Mannat’s firmness.
Neetu Shares Her Hope
Neetu asks Mannat why she thinks she wants to break the family. She admits that she wants Vikrant to meet Dua and know the truth that Dua is his daughter. Neetu believes that once Vikrant learns this he will forget the past forgive everything, and reunite with Mannat bringing the family together again.
Neetu insists that Mannat and Vikrant still love each other and says she doesn’t want any third person to come between them. While saying this she looks at Dhariya. Mannat strongly disagrees. She says what Vikrant gave her was not love but lifelong pain. She says that if this is what true love looks like she wants to stay far away from it. Mannat clearly states that Vikrant does not care about them anymore.
She explains that Dhariya despite sharing a blood relationship with Vikrant stood by her when Vikrant walked away. Dhariya gave her and Dua everything support respect and security without ever asking for anything in return. Mannat says she will not tolerate anyone questioning Dhariya’s relationship with Dua.
Neetu New Accusations
Neetu then claims that Mannat is wrong about Dhariya and reveals that Dhariya’s feelings for Mannat are more than friendship. Mannat immediately stops her and warns her not to question her bond with Dhariya.
She defends Dhariya saying he is not selfish and can never be compared to Vikrant. She makes it clear that Vikrant can never become like Dhariya. Mannat asks Dhariya to come home with her. Before leaving Mannat gives Neetu a final warning if she tells Vikrant the truth, Mannat will break all ties with her. Neetu is left completely stunned as Mannat walks away.
Vikrant receives a call from Vishakha. When Vishakha asks about Mannat Vikrant refuses to talk and disconnects the call. Vishakha feels happy knowing that Vikrant is still angry with Mannat.
Meanwhile Bunty notices Dua’s silence and asks what is happening at home. Dua admits she has no idea which surprises Bunty. He jokingly says he will get scolded by Guddi and Mannat because of Dua. Dua smiles and promises to give Bunty credit when she becomes a chef.
Roni Confronts Vikrant
Roni worries about Mannat and feels Neetu made a big mistake. Suddenly Vikrant collides with Roni and apologizes without recognizing him. Roni taunts Vikrant and tells him that instead of apologizing to strangers he should apologize to Mannat.
Vikrant says he tried to meet them. Roni questions whether Vikrant is here only for Neetu and warns him to stay away from her. Vikrant accuses Mannat of turning everyone against him. Roni calls this another false accusation.
Vikrant accepts that he made mistakes but says he can no longer trust anyone because the people he loved lied to him. Roni reminds him that they apologized but Vikrant never forgave them. He tells Vikrant to stay happy in the life he chose seven years ago and leave their family in peace.
Neetu and Dhariya Talk
Neetu recalls seeing Vikrant and remembers Mannat and Dhariya’s words. She suddenly pushes Dhariya’s wheelchair away and accuses him of pretending. Neetu says Dhariya loves Mannat and asks him to accept it.
Dhariya calmly admits that Neetu might be right. He says he understands his limits and knows what Mannat wants. He explains that he stopped Neetu from meeting Vikrant only for Mannat’s sake and does not expect anything in return. Neetu breaks down feeling helpless.
Mannat’s Fear
Inside the house Mannat recalls Neetu’s words. She meets Roni and asks if he saw Vikrant. Roni says he wants Vikrant to leave as soon as possible and doesn’t want their family to suffer again.
Mannat Confronts Arzoo
Mannat finds Arzoo in her car and calls her Aishwarya. She accuses her of killing Shruti and warns that she won’t spare her. Arzoo panics and runs away. Mannat chases and slaps her. Arzoo denies being Aishwarya as people record her strange behavior.
Mallika arrives sends everyone away and checks on Arzoo. Arzoo says she is not fine. Mallika admits she is scared too. Arzoo asks Mallika to find out why Yashika keeps visiting the chawl. Mallika agrees.
At night Dua falls asleep. Dhariya gently covers her with a blanket. Mannat watches silently. Later Mannat apologizes to Dhariya for Neetu’s behavior. Dhariya reassures her and says Neetu did all this because of Vikrant not Mannat.
Precap :Mannat, Dhariya, and Dua dance to cheer Neetu up. Vikrant watches them from a distance. Mannat suddenly senses his presence and unknowingly takes his name leaving Vikrant shocked.
