Meanwhile, Sharda is conducting a Havan Pooja at home when Viren questions her about it. Sharda explains that she is engaged in a spiritual battle with Maata Rani. In a moment of resolve, she vows in front of the sacred fire that she will oust Reet from the house, or else her name will no longer be Sharda Suryavanashi. This sets the stage for the ongoing conflict between Sharda and Reet.
Raghav later talks to Reet, telling her that she didn’t need to go through all the effort for the Pooja. Reet, however, explains that the Pooja meant more than just a ritual for him, and she was willing to go the extra mile. Raghav, in response, insists that he doesn’t want her to do anything for him, but Reet counters, reminding him of the many things he has done for her. Raghav hesitates, saying that he would do the same for anyone, but Reet asks if he would truly do the same for others. Raghav admits that he wouldn’t, but would for a friend. Reet extends her hand in friendship, but Raghav refuses, maintaining his distance. However, a moment of accidental clumsiness occurs when both Raghav and Reet hit their legs, and Raghav criticizes her for the placement of her suitcase, suggesting it shouldn’t be there. Reet, in turn, points out that he’s not giving her space in his cupboard, which leads to a playful but tense exchange between them.
In another scene, Reet talks to Anuradha over the phone, mentioning how she performed well during Param’s (Raghav’s father) death anniversary Pooja. Suman, overhearing the conversation, asks Reet about her leg. Reet, lying to keep everyone at ease, says it’s fine, and Anuradha advises her not to overexert herself. Raghav, overhearing the conversation, comments on Reet’s white lie, criticizing her for being dishonest, to which Reet defends the harmlessness of small lies to keep others happy.
The Chowdary family discusses Reet’s performance at Param’s death anniversary Pooja. Unnati remarks that Reet should have more experience with such rituals since she does them for her own father’s anniversary. Suman responds sarcastically, but Dhruv steps in and takes Unnati aside, advising her not to speak about their father’s death. This hints at unresolved issues in the family regarding their father’s passing.
Unnati, after the conversation, calls Sharda and informs her about the tension surrounding Reet. Sharda, furious and plotting, begins scheming against Reet.
Later, Reet agrees to help Divya and Poonam prepare for Param’s death anniversary by cooking the food, while they handle the rest of the preparations. Reet diligently prepares vegetarian food for the occasion, unaware of the challenges ahead.
Unnati arrives at Raghav’s house to check if everything is ready for the event. Sharda assures her that everything is in place. Meanwhile, Reet, looking for her file, asks Divya if she has seen it on the kitchen counter. Divya feels accused and an argument ensues. Sharda steps in, claiming to have found the file and handing it to Reet. Divya, seeing the tension, makes a comment about Reet.
To teach Reet a lesson, Divya secretly adds eggs to the vegetarian food that Reet has prepared. When the food is served to the guests, they notice the eggs and begin criticizing Reet, questioning her sincerity and accusing her of failing the Pooja. This incident further escalates the conflict between Reet and Sharda’s family, setting the stage for more tension in the upcoming episodes.
