The episode opens with Jhanak getting surprised to see Rishi at her college. Rishi greets Sakhi and Dhamu warmly. Sakhi assumes he has come for Mishti’s admission, but in truth, Rishi’s visit is for Jhanak.
Dhamu requests Rishi to help Jhanak one last time. When Rishi asks Jhanak about her admission problem, she firmly says she doesn’t need his help. However, Sakhi explains the issue about the admission fees.
Jhanak feels uncomfortable and asks Sakhi to stop talking. But Rishi insists, saying he can help with the money since getting a recommendation letter in a day isn’t possible. Sakhi supports Rishi and urges Jhanak to accept his help.
Rishi assures Jhanak she can repay him after receiving her scholarship. He explains that while he can’t take them to his home, he will arrange for their stay elsewhere.
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Jhanak emotionally asks why he is helping her and what he means to her. Rishi feels hurt but calmly replies that she can stay in his friend’s flat and informs her that he has already booked a taxi.
Rishi gives Jhanak the money, and she quietly thanks him. He reminds her that money should never stand between her and her dreams. As the taxi arrives, Sakhi predicts Rishi will regret losing Jhanak someday.
Meanwhile, at Mishti’s house, she returns and talks about her college admission. When asked, Mishti mentions seeing Jhanak there and doubts she got admission because of money problems. She also reveals spotting Rishi at the campus.
Aditi becomes angry, suspecting Rishi went to help Jhanak. Others in the family accuse Jhanak of manipulating Rishi for sympathy. Abhimanyu asks Aditi to call Rishi, but she hesitates, feeling exhausted. Mishti vows to make Jhanak’s college life difficult if she gets in.
When Aditi finally calls, Rishi lies, saying he went there for Mishti’s admission. Aditi questions his honesty, suspecting he met Jhanak and hid it. Though Tanushri defends him, Aditi feels Rishi’s actions don’t match his words.
Later, Aditi confides in Arshi, who vows to stop Jhanak from getting admission. She plans to send someone into Jhanak’s life to create chaos. The episode ends with Aditi confronting Rishi again, asking if he met Jhanak, while he avoids the question and tells her to rest.