In Mumbai, Rishabh agrees to take a COVID test after realizing the seriousness of his symptoms. Surbhi decides to stay with him till his test report is out, offering care and support, which deepens their bond. In Ratlam, Surbhi and her family prepare to leave the Rathi residence. Rishabh seeks permission to accompany Surbhi and show her around the city and is filled with excitement, but Surbhi, still emotionally weighed down, admits that she can't go through with a marriage based on a lie.