Daksh, taking the blame on himself for being excessively hard-hearted, praises Sati for her dedication towards fulfilling the punishment. Getting Sati involved in the arrangements for the spring festival, Daksh tells Bhrigu about his intentions behind forgiving Sati. On being questioned by Prasuti, Daksh clears his stand says that he will decide Sati's fate. As ordered by Daksh, when the maids go to dispose the lotuses with Shiva's name, Nandi walks into the palace disguising his real identity.