Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai: Abhira scolds Armaan for complaining about her to Ruhi

The episode begins with Suwarna expressing concern about Manish's thoughts. Manish reveals that he's been thinking about Ruhi and why she hasn't returned home. Suwarna reassures him, saying that Ruhi will come back. Meanwhile, the manager informs them that the scheduled singer, Abhir, hasn't shown up. Manish, upon hearing Abhir's name, becomes intrigued and asks to meet him.

When Abhir arrives, he appears to be inebriated, causing Manish to worry. Suwarna stumbles, and Manish holds her. The manager reprimands Abhir for being drunk and replaces him with a backup singer. Manish scolds the hotel staff, but Suwarna suggests that the person might not be their grandson Abhir, as others could have the same name.

They continue to discuss family matters, and Manish feels a strange closeness to his children. Later, everyone surprises Abhira, and she expresses gratitude. During a conversation, Ruhi praises Abhira's strengths and qualities. Armaan coughs, and Ruhi realizes that their relationship lacks understanding and respect. She acknowledges their differences and suggests that they have no future together.

Meanwhile, Charu talks about an internship offer with someone. Ruhi and Armaan observe Abhira plucking rose petals and praising her strength and positive qualities. Ruhi talks to Abhira about handling attention, advising her not to insult Armaan. Abhira receives calls from girls seeking Armaan's number, causing tension.

Later, Abhira expresses her frustration about the calls and her situation. Ruhi advises her to show maturity and not always fight with Armaan. At home, Armaan offers to make Abhira's favorite noodles, leading to a disagreement between Abhira and Ruhi. Abhira feels like a villain and expresses her temporary stay, while Ruhi observes the lack of understanding between Abhira and Armaan.

The next morning, Abhira is running late. Armaan helps her with her dress, but a button breaks. He stitches it, and while polishing her shoe, the polish smears on her face. Armaan cleans her face.

Precap: Abhira drives an auto-rickshaw to the office, where she gives Armaan her lunchbox. Ruhi arrives and mentions coming second as usual.