The latest episode of Yeh Rishta Kya Kahlata Hai begins with a heated argument between Armaan and the broker, who insists on getting the rent. Armaan questions the demand, pointing out the house’s deteriorating state. Refusing to pay, he stands his ground. Before the dispute escalates, Abhira steps forward and hands over the money. Armaan turns to her, frustrated, asking why she did that. She calmly explains that struggles follow them wherever they go, and in this moment, their priority should be Shivani’s health. This moment shakes Armaan. He realizes he has never faced real poverty or imagined what it would be like to be without money. It dawns on him that Abhira is showing him a new way of life.
Meanwhile, Madhav questions Rohit about Armaan’s whereabouts. Rohit admits that he has no news of him. Kaveri interrupts, dismissing their concern, reminding them that Armaan left by choice. But Madhav does not hold back. He blames Kaveri and Vidya for suffocating him to the point of leaving. He argues that Kaveri’s rigid mindset has pushed all the children away, bringing up Kiara and Charu as further examples. Just then, Charu walks in. The room falls silent. Kaveri demands to know why she ran away from her own wedding. Charu stands firm and confesses that she does not understand love or marriage. Manisha, unable to contain her anger, slaps Charu and accuses her of destroying Kiara’s life without any regret. Sanjay steps in to defend Charu, while Manoj intervenes, urging Manisha to stop confronting her.
Elsewhere, Abhira watches Armaan as he makes himself busy with work. She decides to bring him food. As she prepares it, she recalls that Armaan never drinks tea. At the same time, Armaan realizes that coffee is beyond his means now. With no other choice, he tries something new.
Charu, on the other hand, remains lost in thought. She fears that if she marries Abhir, Sanjay might proceed to take divorce from Kajal. In the present, Sanjay approaches Charu, trying to speak with her, but she stops him. With bitterness in her voice, she tells him she despises him. Krish overhears their tense conversation and is left bewildered.
Later, Abhira and Armaan bring Shivani home. Though unwell, Shivani insists on sleeping in another room. Abhira persuades her to take the bedroom, prioritizing her health. As Shivani settles in, she asks Armaan to sit with her. He, however, remains silent and avoids her request.
In another moment, Abhira and Armaan discuss what lies ahead. Armaan mentions that he has planned a surprise for their anniversary. But Abhira stays practical. She tells him that securing a job should be his priority. To her utter shock, Armaan confesses that he wants to quit advocacy altogether.
What is Armaan’s next plan and how new twists are going to get unveiled in further episodes are some questions audience is left with at the end of the episode.