One-Line Summary:

A family gathering reawakens dark memories for Nazneen, and Haraam’s curiosity draws him toward her.

Summary: 

In this episode, Nazneen reluctantly agrees to attend a family gathering with her mother, Sofia, at her uncle Ramiz’s lavish mansion. Haunted by dark memories from her past, Nazneen struggles with the idea of revisiting a place that brings back traumatic events, including an encounter in her childhood that scarred her deeply. She recalls being afraid of the people in her own family, particularly due to an abusive incident at her uncle’s home, which has shaped her reluctance to engage in family events. During the gathering, she is introduced to her uncle’s business partner, Baqar, whose inappropriate remarks reinforce her discomfort. Despite her internal turmoil, she maintains a composed exterior, challenging her uncle’s attempt to use her for family business leverage. Meanwhile, Haraam, Nazneen’s cousin, becomes curious about her, finding her reserved and dignified manner intriguing. His interactions with his cousin, Aiya, reveal a subtle tension as she feels overshadowed by Nazneen. As the evening progresses, Haraam’s curiosity compels him to approach Nazneen, setting the stage for a significant encounter.