Scene 1: “A Parcel of Fear and a Promise to Save”
Savi sits at home when she receives a parcel. She opens it and finds Ridhi’s scarf inside, but the scarf is partly burned. Savi knows this is not good. Her hands shake, and she begins to cry. Soon, another shock comes—a video is sent to her phone. In the video, Ridhi is begging Savi to listen to the kidnapper. Ridhi asks Savi to do what the kidnapper wants so she can live. Seeing this, Savi wipes her tears and promises herself, “I will save Ridhi. I will not let anything happen to her.” Right after this, Savi’s phone rings. Maruti is calling. His voice sounds mean as he mocks Savi. He says, “You can’t do anything. Don’t call anyone or act smart. If you do, I will kill Ridhi and send you her body parts.” Then Maruti hangs up. Savi stands very still, thinking about Maruti’s warning.
Scene 2: “Accusations, Threats, and Tough Choices”
Suddenly, Nithin Majnekar walks in and stands in front of Savi. He looks angry. He says, “You went to the Commissioner about me, didn’t you?” He then laughs and says, “No one will believe you. The Commissioner trusts me. You may get suspended, and soon, you might be fired. Your salary will stop, and you may lose your house too.” Savi holds the parcel tightly. Majnekar sees this and tries to look at it. Savi warns him, “Stay away from my business.” Majnekar points at her and says, “Don’t try to come near Rajat’s case.” He then walks away. Elsewhere, Srichand is watching a video. It is the same video of Ridhi being hurt, sent by Maruti. Rajat’s family sees Srichand with his phone. He tells them it is just office work. At the same time, Chirag hears from his friends that Ridhi has not reached her hostel. He goes to Bhagyashree and tells her the news. Bhagyashree starts to worry a lot.
Scene 3: “Little Hopes and Heavy Lies”
Young Sai, a child, calls Neil. She asks, “How can I send my drawing and letter to my aunt?” Neil tells her to take a photo and email it. Sai is happy and says she wants to visit Ridhi Bua in the US. She asks Neil to come too. Neil smiles and says yes. He adds that he misses both Sai and “Pookie.” Sai laughs and says goodbye. Neil sits back, thinking about Sai and the hard times they all share. Back at home, Bhagyashree cannot stop worrying about Ridhi. She sits and cries. Savi sees this and thinks quickly. She says, “Ridhi is safe. She is at Srichand’s hotel.” Bhagyashree feels a little better. Savi asks Srichand to back up her story. Srichand agrees and says Ridhi is fine. Bhagyashree thanks him but tells Savi, “You keep secrets from me.” Savi says sorry and invites everyone to eat dinner. She then leaves the room quietly.
Scene 4: “The Truth Behind Closed Doors”
Savi goes to a quiet room and watches Ridhi’s video one more time. Srichand follows her in. He asks, “Why did you lie to Bhagyashree? Ridhi is not in my hotel.” Savi answers, “I told her Ridhi is on a ten-day retreat to get better after Rajat’s death. I didn’t want Bhagyashree to get hurt.” Srichand listens and then leaves, surprised by Savi’s strength and honesty. Later, Sai comes and gives Savi her drawing and letter, asking her to email them to Ridhi. Savi hugs Sai and agrees, but her mind is still full of worry for Ridhi. In another place, Srichand tells Maruti, “Savi is ready to follow your orders. She is desperate.” Maruti smiles and agrees. Very soon, Maruti calls Savi again. This time, Savi does not sound scared. She tells Maruti, “I am ready to do whatever you want. Tell me your next step.”