Life becomes comparatively easier after. Ishan tries to respect Shubman's personal space and alone time, just hanging out in the background, while Shubman makes more of an effort to participate in Ishan's plans. They become joined at the hip, so much so that everyone expects one to follow when the other is seen. Shubman forms a closer bond with Virat, who takes him under his wing. Mr. Gill is beyond ecstatic about that, as Virat teaches him how to channel his frustrations into leadership and management skills in a way Mr. Gill never could.

Shikhar also includes Shubman in his close-knit group, affectionately calling Ishan and Shubman 'his kids' and they spend hours shooting breeze, with Shikhar and Siraj regaling Shubman with tales of their missions and Ishan's more scandalous stories.