Although Neo has been trying to protect Mabalwa this whole time, she can't seem to get through to her friend. Will this Walter situation ruin their friendship for good?

Mahadi knows just the thing to do to get Noxee out of her funk. She reminds her that she has not thrown her life away but has a chance of building a solid brand. They later find themselves in trouble once again with Sakhile on their heels but this time it leaves them giggling. Meanwhile, Lulu knows how her bestie Tina is, so she invites herself for a lunch date at work to assess the situation. She sows a couple of seeds and watches them grow. The seeds do not take long to grow as Ra posts a picture of Tina, and Lulu is overjoyed and encourages Tina to live a little and give Ra a chance.

Tebatso visits Poppy after getting a visit from Sarah. He is very upset with Poppy and wants to verify that he is not the father since they were intimate. Poppy insults him, and he then insults her back by saying that he clearly dodged a bullet where she is concerned. He goes on to say that he feels sorry for the baby as it will have to grow up in Poppy's family. Brenda then comes to Poppy's rescue, chases Tebatso out, and comforts Poppy after the encounter.

Mabalwa seems to be under the impression that Dr Walter really wants a future with her. Is the smooth doctor just playing her?