One-Line Summary:

Escalates the power struggle between Umar and the Sultan family, revealing hidden agendas and unresolved emotions, culminating in a shocking death that casts doubt on Umar’s actions.

Summary: 

Episode 40 is a pivotal moment in the storyline, where unresolved emotions and hidden agendas come to the surface. The episode opens with Umar arriving at Sultan Holdings, the imposing building representing the wealth and power of the Sultan family. He walks confidently inside, no longer barred from entry, and meets a visibly nervous receptionist who tries to maintain composure but fails to conceal her fear of him. Umar’s presence alone intimidates those around him​(40).
Umar proceeds to Shams Sultan’s office with a calm demeanor, knowing full well that this meeting would define the next steps in their power struggle. Upon entering, Umar finds Shams in the middle of a heated conversation with a subordinate, but his arrival silences the room. The tension between Umar and Shams is palpable, but Umar doesn’t hesitate. He sits down without waiting for an invitation and begins discussing Hassan’s recent detention at the police station. He confronts Shams, accusing him of orchestrating Hassan’s arrest as part of a ploy to undermine Haley and, by extension, Umar​(40).
Umar explains that while Shams might have been justified in his actions, using Hassan to settle scores crossed a line for him. He lays out the reasons for his retaliation against Shams’ son, revealing that Hassan had insulted and even attempted to physically harm Haley. This revelation shakes Shams, who is taken aback by Umar’s audacity and the righteousness with which he defends his wife​(40).
Meanwhile, Farwa Sultan is seen in a different setting, plotting her next move. She is dressed in a luxurious outfit, heading to meet someone who could be her next pawn. As she waits, Farwa reminisces about her past meetings and schemes, revealing her calculating and relentless nature. She is determined to protect her interests, even if it means destroying others in the process​(40).
In a flashback, we see a significant moment between Nafisa Hayat and a younger Umar. Nafisa, a maternal figure to Umar, is shown caring for him as a child. She had grown attached to him during a difficult period and was unwilling to let go of the boy who had brought meaning to her life. This tender moment reveals Nafisa’s emotional attachment to Umar, setting the stage for later revelations about her role in his life​(40).
Back in the present, the tension between Umar and Shams reaches a boiling point. Shams, though visibly affected by Umar’s words, tries to maintain his composure. He eventually agrees to move forward, suggesting that they put aside their differences for the sake of business and family peace. Umar, however, remains stoic, knowing that trust between them is tenuous at best​(40).
The episode concludes with a dramatic turn as Haley receives a shocking piece of news: Dr. Abdul Hafeez, a key figure in Mehraaj Sultan’s murder case, has died under mysterious circumstances. Haley is thrown into a whirlwind of emotions as she connects the dots, suspecting Umar’s involvement in the doctor’s death. Despite Umar’s reassurances, Haley’s doubts grow, leading her to question his moral compass​(40).