The episode of Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai opens with Armaan admonishing Ruhi, who claims to have mistakenly taken some pills but reveals a deeper desire to end her life. Concerned for her well-being, Armaan questions her mental state, and Ruhi, overwhelmed by pain, expresses how life has drained her strength. She feels tossed around by everyone, from Rohit to her family, lamenting being treated as an object rather than a person with feelings. Armaan, in an attempt to comfort her, offers water and pleads for her to persist.
Ruhi shares her confusion about her identity, torn between being Ruhi Birla and Ruhi Poddar, questioning why she can’t just be herself. Armaan takes responsibility for the situation and vows to rectify things, expressing his earnest desire to see her well. Abhira enters with glucose water for Ruhi, who accepts it. Following Manish’s advice, Dadi contemplates allowing Ruhi to pursue her happiness. Armaan notices Abhira in the background. Dadi acknowledges her mistake the next day, realizing Ruhi should determine her fate. However, she imposes a condition – if Ruhi leaves today, she can never return, even if Rohit comes back. Ruhi looks at Armaan, and Manish objects to Dadi’s approach. Despite the objection, Ruhi chooses to stay, citing hope and her acceptance of fate. Dadi relents, and the Poddar family departs. Armaan and Abhira discuss Dadi’s mysterious condition.
Later, Abhira celebrates passing her exams, with Armaan offering encouragement while emphasizing that self-satisfaction is the ultimate goal. A month passes, and Armaan congratulates Abhira on her success. Meanwhile, Ruhi grapples with her emotions and initially refuses to eat. Armaan persists, encouraging her to continue living when she finally eats. Vidya and Manisha witness this, realizing that Ruhi needed a friend.