Vikram exposes Menka's plot before the family, and the police arrest her. Gayatri apologizes to Sejal, while Raghuveer finally recognizes her as a daughter-in-law worthy of respect. Vikram and Sejal choose a future together after the fear and cruelty they have endured. Based on the Pratilipi story 'Sauteli Biwi' by Mamta Meena

Sejal arrives at the Tarakpur haveli to a ceremonial welcome without warmth. Menka, Vikram's first wife, is assured that Sejal will never take her place. Sent to a separate room, Sejal faces her first night in the household alone. Based on the Pratilipi story 'Sauteli Biwi' by Mamta Meena

Naina's friend Mayuri warns that the romance will provoke her powerful father if it becomes known. Naina hopes their love might heal the divide between the villages. A shadow following the girls suggests their secret is already slipping away. Based on the Pratilipi story 'Sauteli Biwi' by Mamta Meena

Vikram fails to appear at the wedding, leaving both families facing a public scandal. Raghuveer invokes an old custom and has Sejal complete the rites beside Vikram's sword. She is declared his wife without ever meeting him and departs for Tarakpur. Based on the Pratilipi story 'Sauteli Biwi' by Mamta Meena

After weeks of secret meetings, Naina tells Satish that she is Raghuveer Singh's daughter. The revelation shakes him, but he chooses their love over the old feud. They promise to stand together even as the truth threatens both families. Based on the Pratilipi story 'Sauteli Biwi' by Mamta Meena

Dilu tells Inspector Sharma that Menka paid for Sejal's kidnapping, and Sunita's testimony backs him up. Vikram confronts Menka with the evidence. She breaks down, but he insists that her actions must be revealed to the family. Based on the Pratilipi story 'Sauteli Biwi' by Mamta Meena

Sejal returns to the haveli shaken by the kidnapping. Vikram declares that she will live there as his wife with full respect, despite his family's objections and Menka's place in the house. Menka fears the secret behind Sejal's ordeal will soon be exposed. Based on the Pratilipi story 'Sauteli Biwi' by Mamta Meena