Her anxiety grows by the minute, making her visibly unsettled.
She realises that her fear for Armaan’s well-being is the very reason she is unable to tell him the truth. The lie surrounding Vani weighs heavily on her conscience, and she wonders how long she can continue hiding the reality. The thought of Armaan discovering the truth terrifies her, as she fears it could destroy everything they share.
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Armaan notices Abhira’s uneasiness and gently asks what is bothering her. Concerned, Abhira lies and tells him that Vani is the daughter of a close friend she had in Mussoorie. Concerned, Armaan asks if her friend is seriously unwell and even offers to help by connecting her with a well-known doctor.
Abhira hesitates before telling him that her friend has passed away. Armaan then asks about Vani’s future. Abhira explains that Vani has no one in the world except her. Armaan finds it hard to believe that the child has no relatives at all and questions her further. Abhira firmly repeats that Vani has only her to depend on.
When Arman asks how Vani’s parents died, Abhira panics. Her mind races as she imagines the truth shattering Armaan emotionally. She knows she cannot afford to lose him. Sensing her discomfort, Armaan remarks that such reactions are natural when discussing painful memories. Overwhelmed, Abhira walks away, leaving Armaan to realise that instead of supporting her, he may have unknowingly pushed her into a corner.
Elsewhere, Myra apologises to Vani for fighting with her earlier and asks if her father has returned. Vani remains quiet, unable to respond. Trying to make things better, Myra decides to bring clothes for Vani. Meanwhile, Kiara reflects bitterly that despite marriage, the drama in her life seems far from over.
Surekha insists that Kiara send Manisha back before people start gossiping. Kiara explains that Manisha is only staying to ensure her well-being, but the conversation soon turns heated as Surekha and Abhira get into an argument. Abhira’s restlessness continues to grow.
ABHIRA REVEALS VANI’S TRUTH TO VIDYA, LEAVING HER SHOCKED
Vidya notices Abhira’s disturbed state and asks if something is troubling her or if Armaan is upset because she left the party abruptly. Breaking down, Abhira confides in Vidya that their happiness is built on a lie. She reveals that Meher is the real culprit and that Anita died right in front of her, entrusting Vani’s responsibility to her before passing away.
Vidya is left shaken by the revelation. Abhira expresses her desire to tell Armaan the truth, but Vidya warns her that Armaan will not be able to handle it. Though Abhira insists they will somehow manage, Vidya firmly stops her from revealing anything. At that very moment, Myra rushes in with alarming news that Vani is missing.
A frantic search follows, and Abhira eventually finds Vani hiding among the toys. Myra spots her too. Abhira gently asks Vani to come out, but the frightened child refuses. Abhira then asks Armaan, Vidya, and Myra to leave, saying she wants to handle the situation alone. When Myra tries to take her teddy, Abhira asks her to leave it behind for the night and requests Armaan to put Myra to sleep. Vidya attempts to speak to Abhira, but Abhira remains firm in her decision.
Abhira slowly comforts Vani, assuring her that she is safe. Later, Myra asks Armaan why Vani is so scared and whether her parents will return. With tenderness, Arman explains that they won’t. Vani, overwhelmed by fear, worries that Abhira will abandon her too. Abhira asks Vani to hold her hand while she sleeps, reassuring her of her presence. Myra asks Armaan if Abhira will return, and he comforts her, asking her to look after Vani.
Meanwhile, Kiara requests Manisha to go back home, assuring her that she can handle everything. Manisha refuses, determined to teach Surekha a lesson. Abhir tries to calm Surekha, but she plots against Kiara by bringing Charu’s belongings, hoping to prove that Kiara reacts every time Charu’s name comes up. Manisha, however, prepares a countermove against Surekha.
Later, Vani quietly walks out of the room, increasing Abhira’s anxiety once again. Armaan advises Abhira to give Vani some space and encourages her to relax. However, Abhira is once again haunted by memories of Armaan’s unintentional crime, leaving her restless and emotionally torn as the episode ends.