The episode, titled “The Guest from the Past,” focuses on the tension following the factory’s saving and the emotional games played by the antagonists.
Noina’s Desperate Invitation
The episode opens with Noina visiting Tulsi at the chawl. Fearing that the new business partnership will bring Tulsi and Mihir closer, Noina attempts a reverse-psychology tactic. She “invites” Tulsi to move back into Shanti Niketan, claiming it’s for the sake of Suhani (who has recently arrived in Mumbai and believes Tulsi and Mihir are still a happy couple). Tulsi, seeing through the facade, firmly refuses, stating, “I will work for the Viranis, but I will no longer live for them.”
The MOU and a Fleeting Moment
At the newly reopened Virani factory, Mihir and Tulsi sit across from each other to sign the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). As the pen leaks, their hands touch while trying to fix it, triggering a brief, silent flashback to their shared past. The office staff notices the undeniable chemistry, which Ritik uses to taunt Noina later, fueling her insecurity further.
Pari’s Growing Jealousy
At the school gates, Pari and Ajay meet while picking up Garima. Their interaction is interrupted by an old classmate of Ajay’s, who flirtatiously reminisces about their college days. Despite their divorce, Pari feels a sharp sting of jealousy. When the woman asks if they are still a couple, Pari’s cold “No” is a little too quick, hinting that her feelings for Ajay are far from dead.
The Climax: Ranvijay’s Dark Shadow
The episode ends with a chilling development. Ranvijay, humiliated by Tulsi’s public victory at the auction, is seen meeting with a mechanic. He instructs the man to “loosened the bolts” on the delivery truck Tulsi and Mihir are scheduled to use for their first major order. The final shot is of Mihir insisting on driving the truck himself to show Tulsi he still has the “Virani grit,” unaware that the vehicle is a rolling deathtrap.
Major Highlights
- The Refusal: Tulsi rejects Noina’s invitation to Shanti Niketan, choosing her independence over the mansion’s luxury.
- The Sarcastic Comparison: Mihir taunts Noina by sarcastically telling her she is “better” than Tulsi, though his eyes say otherwise.
- The Romantic Spark: A small, unintentional moment between Tulsi and Mihir at the factory confirms the flame hasn’t fully gone out.
- The Assassination Plot: Ranvijay shifts from financial warfare to physical sabotage, targeting Mihir’s life.
Precap for Tomorrow:
The truck’s brakes fail on a steep Mumbai flyover. Tulsi, who is in the passenger seat, realizes the danger and tries to grab the steering wheel. Meanwhile, Noina finds out about Ranvijay’s plan and is torn—if Mihir dies, she loses everything, but if Tulsi dies, she wins. The episode ends with a loud crash heard over the phone as Ajay listens in horror.
