Episode 3 of Season 4 of "Never Have I Ever" kicks off with Devi indulging in a sensual dream involving the rebellious Ethan. As she awakens, the reality dawns upon her that she's inadvertently betraying her best friend, Eleanor, with such fantasies. On her commute to work, Nalini encounters a treacherous slip on the stairs, revealing a dire termite infestation within the household's wooden structure. Paati reveals that she had enlisted Len's assistance to summon a contractor to address the issue, and lo and behold, Margot's father, Mr. Ramos, emerges as the very professional in question. A heated altercation arises between Nalini and Mr. Ramos, but sensible thoughts prevail as Nalini acknowledges the dire straits and urges him to proceed with the repairs.
At school, Devi finds herself unable to shake off Ethan's presence in her mind, lingering from their recent heart-to-heart. She attempts to steer clear of him but finds herself magnetically drawn towards him. Devi discovers that Paxton has abandoned his college endeavors and returned to the school as an assistant swimming coach. Paxton philosophizes that college isn't everyone's cup of tea, to which Devi counters that giving up on college so prematurely without a fair shot is unacceptable.
In the cafeteria, Eleanor is completely smitten by Ethan, and Devi joins in her admiration. Fabiola attempts to burst their bubble by revealing Ethan's vandalism past, but Eleanor stands her ground in his defense. Devi realizes that dating Ethan would be a forbidden territory once Eleanor starts seeing him. She nudges Eleanor to ask Ethan out, but surprisingly, Ethan invites the trio to a beer bash at his pad that evening. Meanwhile, Trent welcomes Paxton back with open arms, yet mentions that Devi's words about easily abandoning college still haunt him.
Professor Thompson, Dr. Keyes' successor in the AP Lit class, introduces herself as a recent college graduate. She tasks the students with partnering up to dissect the novel "The Crucible." Ben and Devi are paired together, and Devi is convinced that Ben will finally engage in conversation with her. However, Ben mocks her for falsely accusing Margot, using the novel's plot as a scapegoat. Their discourse escalates, prompting Ben to request a switch to a larger discussion group.
Returning home in the evening, Nalini is stunned to find that Mr. Ramos has completely demolished her stairs, effectively severing the ground floor from the first. Mr. Ramos insists that the entire staircase is beyond repair, but Nalini suspects a scam, thinking he's targeting her as a single woman running her household alone. At Ethan's party, Eleanor and Trent bump into each other, but an uncomfortable tension lingers in the air between them.
Ethan's proximity to Devi aroused suspicion, yet she distances herself from him, entrusting Eleanor with the task of confronting Ethan. Devi notices Ben in conversation with Margot and decides to step outside for a solitary drink. Meanwhile, Paxton finds himself warmly embraced by the partygoers, finally feeling a sense of belonging. Unexpectedly, Ethan follows Devi outdoors and plants a kiss on her lips. Eleanor, witnessing this, feels a stab of betrayal piercing through her heart. Devi justifies her actions, confessing her crush on Ethan and her inability to resist his advances.
Eleanor reveals a bombshell, disclosing that Ethan had kissed her mere moments prior. Fabiola steps in, asserting that Ethan bears the blame, urging both Eleanor and Devi to sever ties with him. The following day, Nalini is furious with Mr. Ramos for neglecting her stair repair, while Kamala discovers through Instagram that he has embarked on a new construction venture, and Devi tracks down its location.
At school, Paxton encounters Professor Thompson, who fills in for Dr. Keyes. Paxton's joy at returning to his high school is met with Professor Thompson's astonishment that he doesn't feel like an outsider. In the hallway, Devi confronts Ethan about his duplicitous kisses, and he apologizes profusely, inviting her to witness his skateboarding prowess during the break. Devi eavesdrops on Ben and Margot's conversation, shocked to learn that Ben imposed distance for personal reasons rather than any quarrel between them.
Devi rushes to the parking lot, intent on watching Ethan skate, but her encounter with Eleanor ignites a fiery argument. Devi insists that her entanglement with Ben was far more tumultuous, necessitating a clean break. Eleanor counters that she had feelings for Ethan first and kissed him before Devi, feeling entitled to move on from Trent. A skateboarding mishap sends Devi tumbling, and Trent, who overheard the entire altercation, is disheartened to learn of Eleanor's swift transition.
Nalini and Kamala confront Mr. Ramos at the construction site, furious over his deliberate delay in fixing their stairs due to a personal vendetta. Nalini threatens to expose him online, but the two eventually engage in a rational dialogue. Mr. Ramos admits his spiteful actions, delayed due to the conflict between Margot and Devi, but assures them that the work will be completed soon.
Back at school, Eleanor relinquishes her claim to Ethan, admitting she still misses Trent and granting Devi her blessing to pursue Ethan without guilt. Trent confides in Paxton about Eleanor's easy transition, leaving him emotionally unsettled. On his way back, Paxton catches snippets of derogatory whispers about his return to the high school. Ethan awaits Devi near her car, expressing his genuine feelings for her. Devi sets a boundary, emphasizing her commitment to monogamy and urging him to choose her only if his feelings are sincere. The episode concludes with Ethan and Devi sharing a tender kiss.
