Ngangbiton
Ngangbiton is a character in a Meitei folktale that features Tembalaithak. She is described as the daughter of Keirakpa, a minister in her community. Ngangbiton plays an important role in the story, which follows events surrounding her unwanted attention from Temba, her father's reaction, and the difficult life that follows.
Background
Ngangbiton is presented as a young woman known for her beauty. She is the daughter of Keirakpa, who holds the position of minister in the area. Her social position becomes significant because Tembalaithak believes he is too inferior to be accepted as her husband.Incident at the river
In the folktale, Ngangbiton goes to the river with her friends to bathe, even though she usually does not bathe there. At the river, she is confronted by Temba, who grabs her hand and threatens to kill both her and himself. Frightened, she asks him to spare her life. Temba releases her only after she makes a promise to him.Aftermath of the incident
Later, when Temba pretends to be dead inside Keirakpa's house, Keirakpa blames Ngangbiton for the situation. He scolds her harshly and becomes angry after learning that Temba has escaped. Feeling ashamed because of her father's reaction, Ngangbiton leaves her home and goes to Temba's house, where she is welcomed.Keirakpa, believing that his daughter has died, breaks his earthen cooking pots as a sign of sorrow.