Arya wakes up with a single, overwhelming desire — to give Anu a return gift she will remember forever. After all the ways she has supported him, after every moment she has silently stood by his side, he feels the time has finally come to confess the love he has kept hidden in his heart. His gaze falls on the Jasmine plant she gifted him, and a soft smile spreads across his face. To him, Anu is everything he ever wished for in a life partner — kind, selfless, and blissfully unaware of her own charm.
Bursting with excitement, Arya reaches the office early and prepares a heartfelt surprise to honour Anu’s hard work and fresh start. Meanwhile, Anu walks in with her heart fluttering. She is full of dreams, hopes, and the quiet wish that something beautiful might unfold between her and Arya today.
In the corridor, she crosses paths with Meera. Fighting her own insecurity, Meera masks it with a forced smile and tells Anu that the company is holding a welcome celebration — a party Arya has supposedly organised for her. Anu accepts the information politely and steps inside with no expectations.
Inside the decorated hall, the staff gathers as Arya begins his speech. His voice is warm, full of admiration for a dedicated employee who has brought remarkable progress to Rajnandini Sarees. Meera beams confidently, certain the appreciation is meant for her. But the next moment shatters her illusion. Arya unveils the banner: “Welcome Back Anu.”
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Anu stands frozen, overwhelmed. Meera’s face drains of colour. Her forced smile collapses as Arya walks directly toward Anu, congratulates her personally, and shares an affectionate moment that lights up the entire room.
Silently, Meera slips out before anyone notices her trembling lips and watery eyes. Her pride is bruised, her jealousy intensifies, and her heart feels like it’s cracking. Jhende watches her leave and senses trouble brewing. He knows Meera’s emotional spiral could spark a new storm — one that may once again put Anu in harm’s way.
As Meera prepares for her next move, Arya and Anu unknowingly step into a new chapter — one glowing with warmth, closeness, and the promise of love finally blooming.