Ganga tells Shantanu that Bhishma is their son. Satyavati comes to know about Bhishma and leaves Shantanu. At the palace, Shantanu announces Bhishma as the Prince of Hastinapur. Bhishma visits Satyavati to convince her to stay with Shantanu, but she asks Shantanu to choose between her and his son.

Amba wants justice from Bhishma, asks him to marry her; he refuses. She seeks the help of Parashurama but in vain. Vichitravirya is to be crowned king. But before he reaches the throne, he falls to the ground.

Vichitravirya dies under mysterious circumstances. As promised by Satyavati, Ambika and Ambalika give birth to boys, with the help of Vyasa. But, Ambika's son is found to be blind. Meanwhile, Amba gets Parashurama's attention. She strives for justice.