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Episode 12 begins with Jung So Min and Jung Hae In sharing a romantic kiss. Their relationship drastically changes with them spending every minute together. Coworkers notice the difference, and Jung So Min struggles with disclosing their new relationship status. They initially agree to keep their relationship a secret from those around them. Although they make time to meet each other in the middle of the night.
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When they return home, loved ones are trying to set Jung Hae In up on a blind date. They avoid any talk about relationships. Kim Ji Eun receives the rare opportunity to interview for an Antarctica mission. After her interview, she learns the top secret couple news and teases them about their childhood.
The revelation that Yoon Ji On is raising a sheltered child who hasn't gone outdoors to play comes to light. Kim Ji Eun plans a camping trip with a child and her dad. She confesses her love for them and expresses her desire to join the family. Yoon Ji On rejects her, and her heart is broken.
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Jung Hae In's dad confronts his wife's alleged boyfriend, and he is relieved to find out that there is no relationship between them. The man is not attracted to women. The wife is embarrassed by a husband's actions. When it comes to her health, her illness is only a short-term memory loss and nothing serious.
The main couple goes on an awkward movie date and decides to break the ice with Jung Hae In by trying Jung So Min's dishes she made in cooking class. After arriving at his company, Jung So Min gets jealous of his relationship with a female coworker, and they get into an argument.
Before going on a trip, their parents vow to find good blind dates for them. Jung Hae In and Jung So Min start missing each other, while Yoon Ji On and Kim Ji Eun grow distant.
Jung Hae In and Jung So Min finally meet and reconcile. They go to his house for dinner. Since the house is empty, they spend a romantic night together.
'Love Next Door' airs every Saturday and Sunday at 9:20 PM KST on tvN. The global audience can stream it on Netflix.
How would you rate episode 12? What are your predictions for the remaining episodes?
