The episode, titled “The Trap of Deception,” follows the aftermath of the missing jewelry and the web of lies spun to frame Jhanak.
Aniruddh’s Betrayal
The episode begins at the police station. Aniruddh Bose, fueled by a mix of misplaced protective instinct for Aditi and a desire to control Jhanak, meets with the Inspector. He intentionally misleads the investigation, claiming Jhanak stole the family jewelry to fund her “secret village life.” He goes a step further, falsely claiming that Jhanak is obsessed with his property and is using their annulled marriage as leverage. The Inspector, initially skeptical, agrees to proceed after Aniruddh insists that “putting her behind bars” is the only way to ensure Aditi and Rishi’s marriage remains safe.
Neelu’s Cruelty
Back at the house, Jhanak is ostracized. Putul brings her lunch, but Neelu enters the room clapping sarcastically. She insults Jhanak, calling her a “thief who feeds on the family’s kindness.” When Jhanak refuses to eat, Neelu mocks her village upbringing, saying she is used to “living on an empty stomach.” Putul defends Jhanak, expressing shame that Neelu is her sister, but the verbal abuse leaves Jhanak emotionally shattered.
Rishi’s Internal Conflict
Rishi is caught in a nightmare. While he tells Jhanak he will save her, his mind is clouded by the circumstantial evidence. He confronts Aditi, asking why she sent Jhanak to lock the room if she didn’t trust her. He suspects that Aditi’s parents might have framed Jhanak to get her out of the way. Despite his growing doubt, he tells Jhanak, “My heart still beats for you,” and heads to the police station to submit a sample of the juice that poisoned Aditi, hoping to find the real culprit.
The Inspector’s Suspicion
At the station, the senior officer gives Rishi a dose of “common sense.” He points out that no one would be foolish enough to poison a drink and serve it personally in front of everyone if they actually intended to kill someone. The officer suggests that Aditi’s own parents might have poisoned her just enough to frame Jhanak. The episode ends with Rishi looking at Aniruddh, who is standing nearby, realizing that his own brother might be the one driving the nails into Jhanak’s coffin.
Major Highlights
- The False Case: Aniruddh successfully convinces the police to frame Jhanak in the jewelry theft case.
- The Hunger Strike: Jhanak refuses to eat following Neelu’s brutal insults.
- The Forensic Lead: Rishi submits the poisoned juice sample for testing, which could either clear or condemn Jhanak.
- The Slander: Aniruddh tells the police that Jhanak is a gold-digger claiming he is the father of her child (a claim he knows is complicated by their past).
Precap for Tomorrow:
The forensic report arrives, revealing a toxin that is only available at the hospital where Aditi’s father works. Meanwhile, Jhanak is taken away in a police van as Arshi watches with a triumphant smile. Aniruddh begins to regret his decision when he sees Jhanak’s silent, dignified tears.
