The Neighbor of Healing Has a Secret

This drama adapts the hit manga ranked #5 on Mecha Comic's 2022 annual charts with over 8 million downloads. Office worker Fujiko Yomogida finds comfort in chatting with her handsome new neighbor, wealthy heir Souma Nishina. But he has a shocking secret: he is her stalker. A dark romance begins! ©Ro Shimafuku, Natsuko Umezawa ©NTV

After someone repeatedly bangs on her door, Fujiko lives in fear. Her neighbor Nishina drives the man away and comforts her, bringing them closer. But when Nishina picks up Fujiko's phone, his demeanor suddenly changes. Meanwhile, a man confronts Fujiko on her way home from work, saying, "I'm disappointed in you." Who is he? His identity is finally revealed! ©Ro Shimafuku, Natsuko Umezawa ©NTV

After being chased by Kamimura, Fujiko grows closer to her neighbor Nishina. But when she reads a magazine article revealing he has a girlfriend, she begins distancing herself from him. Confused by her sudden change, Nishina fears his secret has been exposed, causing his stalking behavior to spiral further out of control. ©Ro Shimafuku, Natsuko Umezawa ©NTV

Fujiko's brother Toshimune, who studies at her apartment, ends up being tutored by Nishina. As thanks, Fujiko promises to cook for him. Though Toshimune grows attached to Nishina, he becomes suspicious of his apartment, which stays dark even during the day. Convinced someone suspicious should not live next to his sister, Toshimune barges into Nishina's room. ©Ro Shimafuku, Natsuko Umezawa ©NTV

After making a mistake at work, Fujiko is comforted by Nishina's kind words. Overjoyed, she accepts his invitation for their first date at a restaurant she has always wanted to visit. When Fujiko says it feels like a miracle, Nishina's expression suddenly darkens. Meanwhile, Sakamoto spots Fujiko in town, with Nishina suspiciously following behind her. ©Ro Shimafuku, Natsuko Umezawa ©NTV

Sakamoto catches Nishina stalking Fujiko and confronts him, but Nishina talks his way out of it. Meanwhile, Fujiko realizes she has feelings for Nishina, and the two finally share a kiss on the balcony. The next morning, Nishina asks to speak with her that night. Excitedly waiting for him, Fujiko finally discovers that Nishina is her stalker. ©Ro Shimafuku, Natsuko Umezawa ©NTV

After learning Nishina is her stalker, Fujiko rushes into her room while he desperately begs her to hear him out. The next morning, terrified to stay in the apartment, she runs into the city, but Nishina somehow tracks her down. No matter where she goes, he keeps following her. Rejected, Nishina sadly calls out her name over and over… ©Ro Shimafuku, Natsuko Umezawa ©NTV

After Fujiko rejects him for being her stalker, Nishina reveals his feelings. He planned to stay five meters away from her, but moved in next door when the neighboring apartment became vacant. He only meant to "protect" her from afar, but those feelings slowly turned into love. What lies did Nishina tell? His true feelings are finally revealed. ©Ro Shimafuku, Natsuko Umezawa ©NTV

Unable to return to her apartment, Fujiko stays at a manga café. Nishina tries to meet her at work, but Tanabe confronts him, saying he doesn't understand how badly he hurt Fujiko, and sends him away. Tanabe warns Sakamoto to be careful of Nishina's resentment. Sakamoto laughs it off, unaware Nishina is approaching from behind… ©Ro Shimafuku, Natsuko Umezawa ©NTV

With Nishina gone, Fujiko's life returns to normal, and she tells herself it's "peaceful." She distracts herself by going to work on her day off, but collapses from overwork. Tanabe urges Sakamoto to use this as a chance to get closer to her, but when he goes to see Fujiko, he realizes the true reason she collapsed. ©Ro Shimafuku, Natsuko Umezawa ©NTV

After Sakamoto confesses to Fujiko, she realizes she still can't forget Nishina. Why did he become her stalker, and when did it all begin? Unable to stop thinking about him, Fujiko realizes she can't move forward like this and sends Nishina a message. Their first encounter is finally revealed, and Nishina finally explains himself. ©Ro Shimafuku, Natsuko Umezawa ©NTV

Nishina tells Fujiko that four years ago, she had stopped his suicide attempt. She realizes her feelings for him again, leaving her emotionally confused. Meanwhile, Nishina decides to settle things once and for all. When Fujiko goes to a place tied to their memories, she is confronted by Kamimura, the man who once stalked her. He holds a knife… ©Ro Shimafuku, Natsuko Umezawa ©NTV

Nishina shields Fujiko from Kamimura and is stabbed, ending up in the hospital. Fujiko learns from Nishina's father that he had made a major decision at work and was trying to change. Which is the real Nishina: the kind neighbor or the stalker? Realizing her feelings, Fujiko decides she wants to properly tell him how she feels. What will become of them…? ©Ro Shimafuku, Natsuko Umezawa ©NTV