Monster

Just as renowned neurosurgeon Kenzo Tenma grows tired of hospital politics, he is faced with a difficult decision that carries huge consequences.

While the boy's operation is a success, the mayor is not so lucky. Tenma sees his prospects at the hospital crumble and his engagement canceled.

Tenma learns about the deaths of those responsible for his downfall. Although he is the chief suspect, his career starts to progress once more.

Lunge interrogates Junkers after his surgery but has no success. After Tenma gets him to open up a little, another mysterious killing occurs.

Nina Fortner, a bright university student, starts receiving strange anonymous emails. Tenma's investigation leads him to an old man's apartment.

Tenma and reporter Maurer work together to prevent harm from befalling Nina, who decides that meeting the anonymous messenger may help her memory.

Tenma and Nina make a shocking discovery at the Fortners' house. When two detectives arrive to take them to the station, Tenma suspects they're lying.

Tenma returns to work after Nina leaves him a note and disappears. Inspector Lunge visits Eva to ask about the necktie found at the crime scene.

Lunge interrogates former soldier Bernhardt about Tenma's whereabouts. Five months prior, Tenma learns how to fire a gun and improve his fitness.

While looking for Johan, Tenma encounters seasoned burglar Heckel, who says he can help him if he agrees to perform some dubious medical work.