The episode begins with a flashback to a previous scene, setting the stage for a dramatic confrontation. Abhira is at the hospital, talking on the phone with someone named Anshuman. She sounds happy and tells him to return soon as their wedding date is approaching. Suddenly, Armaan appears, grabs her arm, and jealously asks, “Who is Anshuman? Your friend?”
The story then flashes back to a little earlier. At the resort, Abhira is caring for Vidya. She tells her she’s going to the hospital to get her test results and schedule her eye surgery, insisting there’s no backing out this time. Vidya agrees, saying that with her son Armaan back, she has a reason to get better. Armaan, filled with guilt, tells his mother that it was Abhira, not him, who took care of her for the past seven years. He asks her not to give him so much importance. Vidya insists that both of them are important to her and asks Abhira to take Armaan with her to the hospital. Abhira is clearly uncomfortable with the idea. Vidya pleads with her, acknowledging her anger towards Armaan but begging her to at least speak to him. Armaan steps in and tells his mother not to force Abhira, as her seven-year-old anger won’t disappear in a day. Vidya explains she’s only thinking of Abhira’s well-being, as she has handled everything alone for so long and now Armaan should help her.
Just then, Daadisa arrives with a stack of sarees from the dry-cleaners. She asks Abhira to count them. Abhira sarcastically questions the expense, given their financial situation. As she counts the seven sarees, she repeatedly says the number “seven,” which clearly triggers painful memories for her, and Armaan watches her with a pained expression. Later, Vidya reveals to Armaan that Abhira is traumatized from the events of seven years ago and the loss of her mother. This trauma has made her anxious, causing her to double-check everything. Vidya confesses that she was the one who sent Armaan away, and the Abhira he sees now is a changed, fearful woman who has forgotten how to be happy. Armaan is crushed by this revelation.
Meanwhile, Kaveri (Daadisa) receives a call from Anshuman, who is in London. He cheerfully asks what she wants as a gift. She tells him just to return soon. She mentions Vidya’s upcoming eye surgery and Abhira’s stress. Anshuman expresses his concern for Abhira, saying he would have come if he knew. Kaveri makes a pointed remark about how some people disappear for seven years, a clear dig at Armaan, who is listening to the conversation. Armaan becomes intensely jealous, wondering who this Anshuman is that his grandmother speaks to so fondly.
At the hospital, Abhira is in the waiting area when Armaan approaches. He tries to discuss work, but she dismisses him. While she’s gone, Armaan watches a video on his phone of a little girl, Myra, and a woman, Geetanjali. Myra calls him “Mister Papa” and says they miss him. Abhira walks by and sees the video over his shoulder, her face falling in heartbreak before she walks away. In the doctor’s office, they learn that Vidya’s surgery can be done the next day. The doctor, mistaking them for a married couple, praises their caring nature, but Abhira coldly corrects her. As her phone rings with a call from Anshuman, Armaan’s jealousy intensifies. Abhira answers, telling “Dadisa” she is on her way home, and leaves. Armaan follows her, trying to reason with her about working together, but she ignores him, walking away while talking to herself about not falling for him again. Later, Madhav finds Armaan and urges him to rejoin the Poddar law firm to reclaim control from Krish, but Armaan refuses, saying his days as a lawyer are over.
The episode returns to the opening scene. Abhira is on the phone with Anshuman, thanking him and mentioning their wedding date. Armaan confronts her, demanding to know who Anshuman is.
That night, during a rainstorm, the wind blows the door open. Armaan and Abhira both rush to close it, their hands touching on the latch. They share a long, emotional moment, drenched by the rain. Later, when the power goes out, a fan falls, startling everyone. Armaan gets up to fix it, and a quiet, caring moment passes between him and Abhira as they work in the dark. The next morning, while they are cooking together, Abhira burns her hand, and Armaan immediately rushes to her aid, plunging her hand into a bowl of lentils to soothe the burn. The scene is interrupted by Vidya and Kaveri, who decide to order Chinese food for lunch. The episode ends with a promo showing Armaan packing to leave, and Abhira asking him to stay until after his mother’s surgery, suggesting they give their story a proper ending.
Review
This week’s episode was a rollercoaster of emotions, masterfully weaving together past trauma and present-day conflicts. The introduction of new characters, Anshuman on Abhira’s side and Geetanjali and Myra in Armaan’s life, adds intriguing new layers to the plot. Armaan’s guilt and Abhira’s deep-seated pain were palpable, thanks to the powerful performances by the lead actors. The show did an excellent job of building suspense around Anshuman, making the audience as curious and jealous as Armaan. The quiet, unspoken moments between Armaan and Abhira, like the scenes during the rainstorm and in the kitchen, were beautifully shot and packed with emotion, reminding viewers of the deep connection they once shared. The revelation that Vidya was responsible for sending Armaan away is a significant twist that re-frames the family dynamic and adds to Armaan’s inner turmoil. Overall, it was a compelling episode that sets the stage for major confrontations and emotional revelations.
Recap Points
- Armaan returns after seven years to find Abhira distant and angry.
- Vidya’s eye surgery is scheduled, forcing Armaan and Abhira to interact.
- A new character, Anshuman, is introduced as a potential new partner for Abhira, sparking Armaan’s jealousy.
- Armaan is revealed to have a wife/partner, Geetanjali, and a daughter, Myra.
- Madhav pressures Armaan to rejoin the family law firm to fight Krish.
Plot Twists
- Armaan has another family, including a daughter who calls him ‘Mister Papa’.
- Abhira is seemingly engaged to a man named Anshuman.
- Vidya reveals that she was the one who sent Armaan away seven years ago.
Predictions
- Anshuman will soon arrive, creating a complex love triangle between him, Abhira, and Armaan.
- Armaan will eventually agree to rejoin the Poddar firm to protect his family’s legacy and win back their home from Krish.
- The full story behind Armaan’s relationship with Geetanjali and Myra will be a major source of conflict and drama in the upcoming episodes.