Indu arrives at her office and notices staff whispering about her being disloyal. Payal advises her to ignore it, and Indu thanks her. The peon informs her that her superior wants to meet her. Inside, her superior questions her about the situation. Indu explains she only issued the license after verifying the applicant’s certificate, despite initial suspicions. The officer shows her the documents and money found on her table and admits he doesn’t know what to believe.
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Indu pleads with him, assuring she has never tried to disappoint him and reminds him that she is his student. Her superior tells her that while he trusts her, it is not enough to prove innocence. He mentions pressure from his superior and a minister and suspends her until she can prove her innocence, leaving Indu shocked and hurt.
Outside the office, reporters crowd Indu, questioning her integrity. She feels helpless and tries to walk away, only to be stopped by Ritesh, who shields her from the reporters. Ritesh defends her, citing instances where even honest officers are questioned. He shares a personal story about his teenage years and asserts that Indu is honest, urging the media to find who is framing her instead of targeting her integrity.
Reporters ask Ritesh about his relationship with Indu. He admits to having a connection with Zoon, but denies being her biological father while expressing his desire to be one. They also question if he and Indu are getting married, but he refuses to comment, leaving Indu confused and angry. Rahul scolds Ritesh and takes over managing the reporters.
Later, Ritesh tries to approach Indu, offering help. Indu angrily rejects him, blaming him for all the problems in her life and calling him a bad omen. Ritesh insists he only wants to help, but Indu walks away, upset. Vivek informs her that both Ritesh and Kadambari are behind the situation. Anjali defends Ritesh, saying he is genuinely trying to help. Indu remains angry, recalling the judge’s displeasure over the news regarding her.
Indu hopes they can still get custody of Zoon because Rajender was supposed to transfer the house into her name. However, Rajender reveals that the house cannot be transferred due to a loan, shocking Indu. Meghna advises her not to lose hope despite the closed doors. Later, Anjali shows Indu news about her and Ritesh dating, which angers her. That night, Indu cries, recalling her moments with Zoon, while Ritesh angrily works out, thinking about recent events.
The next day, preparations for the Ashtami puja take place. Kaamna checks with Dolly, who assures her nothing will go wrong. Kadambari unexpectedly arrives, surprising Kaamna. She explains to Kaamna and Sameer that she was invited by Sameer. Kadambari reveals she sent a reporter to Indu’s house to create misunderstandings between her and Ritesh. Meanwhile, Vivek confronts the reporter, learning Ritesh sent him, which angers both Vivek and Indu.
Indu decides to confront Ritesh and insists on taking Zoon with her to reveal his true face.
At the puja, Ritesh learns from Kaamna about the significance of the ritual and notices Shakuntala nearby, understanding her beliefs. Indu and Zoon arrive at the Malhotra mansion, and Indu gets hurt by broken glass while entering. Her footprints inside the house earn a smile from Shakuntala.
Precap: Shakuntala joins Ritesh and Indu’s hands, shocking everyone. Dolly welcomes Indu as a Malhotra, and Zoon places her hand with Ritesh and Indu, smiling.
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