Adhik embraces Ishani and apologizes to Baa, explaining that he found out from Pakhi’s social media that she was here, which is why he decided to visit his daughter. He mentions that despite trying to reach out to Pakhi several times, she hasn’t responded. He expresses how Pakhi divorced him over a small issue, even though he tried to meet all her wishes. Adhik assures Ishani that he missed her. Baa expresses that Pakhi made a big mistake by leaving him, and Kavya adds that she wronged him by keeping him away from his daughter. Baa encourages Adhik to spend time with his daughter, which he appreciates.
Shruti, impressed by Anupama’s cooking skills, calls Anuj. Anuj hears background music and asks about it. Shruti informs him that it’s Joshi Ben, who’s preparing a variety of dishes in record time. Shruti suggests that Anuj should meet her, and he says he’s on his way, feeling a little restless.
Meanwhile, Baa, Kavya, and Dimpy watch Adhik play with Ishani. Kavya comments on how men can also be victims, pointing out that some fathers miss their children too. She adds that women who separate from their husbands sometimes use their children to seek revenge. Pakhi, however, intervenes and takes Ishani away.

Aadhya, excited about the food, asks if it’s ready. Shruti replies that the food is excellent and suggests Aadhya check it out. As the doorbell rings, Shruti heads to answer, and Aadhya wonders how she can keep Anupama and Pops from meeting. Aadhya notices Shruti talking to the servants and calls Anuj, asking him not to come until he picks up his jacket from the dry cleaners, as he would otherwise be late. Anuj agrees but asks Aadhya to inform Shruti about his delay.
Pakhi confronts Adhik angrily, questioning his actions of touching Ishani. He responds that he’s her father, not a stranger. Pakhi, unrelenting, says he will never get to see her again. Baa steps in, asking Pakhi why she’s being so harsh and says that Adhik deserves to see his daughter. Adhik begs Pakhi to allow him to meet Ishani at least once a month, but she refuses, even threatening to call the police. He leaves in despair, questioning why Pakhi is punishing him when he gave her what she wanted.
Aadhya’s friends arrive with gifts, and while Aadhya is showing them around, she accidentally bumps into Anupama, leading to a brief interaction. Anuj, arriving home, mentions how Aadhya always gets upset when he’s late. Pakhi locks the door after pushing Adhik out, vowing to make him suffer for ruining her life. Adhik, brokenhearted, pleads outside, questioning why she’s punishing him for a decision she made.
Meanwhile, Aadhya shares her admiration for Shruti with her friends, telling them that despite not being her biological mother, Shruti loves her unconditionally and always makes time for her and her Pops. She reflects on how Shruti has always made her a priority, and Anupama applauds.
Pakhi later expresses her frustration to Adhik, blaming him for not taking over the company when Anuj left, and accusing him of not having any ambition or dreams. She tells him that, despite living together, he never truly wanted to stay with her. She calls him a “big loser” and says she doesn’t want her daughter to end up like him. Kavya and Dimpy feel sympathy for Adhik.
Anuj arrives home, and Aadhya, lost in thought, imagines a scenario where he walks in and greets her. Anupama instructs the servants to serve the starters, and Aadhya, receiving a message from Anuj, asks him to bring a cheesecake from a distant bakery. He agrees, though the bakery is in the opposite direction, and they discuss Joshi Ben’s ongoing presence at the house.
As Aadhya eagerly awaits Anuj’s arrival, Shruti steps in, offering to introduce Anupama to Anuj. Aadhya, taken aback, hesitates but eventually agrees.
In the next scene, Anupama is dancing at a party, but Aadhya suddenly collapses, prompting Anuj, who hears her shout on the phone, to rush toward her. Anupama emerges from the house just as Anuj arrives.
Precap: Anupama is dancing when Aadhya suddenly cries out and falls. Anuj rushes toward her as Anupama exits the house.