Anuj tells Anupama that he admitted to Shruti that he adores Anupama and is marrying Shruti because Choti Anu needs a mother. He chastises Anupama for abandoning him and Choti Anu forever. Anuj apologizes to Anupama on his and Choti Anu's behalf and becomes upset as he asks her to accompany him home. He sobs, telling her he can't live without her.