The Apothecary Diaries

1. 1 Maomao After being kidnapped and forced to work as a servant in the rear palace, former apothecary Maomao inadvertently draws the attention of the higher ranks when she investigates what… Oct 22, 2023 23m
2. 2 Chilly Apothecary Maomao tries to settle into her promotion to lady-in-waiting and food taster, but struggles to fend off both boredom and the overly-familiar Jinshi. That is, until she gets an ass… Oct 22, 2023 23m
3. 3 The Unsettling Matter of the Spirit Tasked with investigating a ghostly woman dancing nightly on the palace walls, Maomao finds a sleepwalking Concubine Fuyou. But with no medicinal cure for sleepwalking, she's forc… Oct 22, 2023 23m
4. 4 The Threat Under direct orders from the emperor himself, Maomao tries to care for an ailing Concubine Lihua, but finds her work impeded by Lihua's own ladies-in-waiting. Oct 29, 2023 23m
5. 5 Covert Operations A eunuch stricken by a curse comes begging for aid. Meanwhile, the rear palace buzzes with excitement as everyone prepares for the upcoming garden party, and Gyokuyou's ladies-in-… Nov 5, 2023 23m
6. 6 The Garden Party Maomao does her best to navigate the complex social situations at the garden party, including meeting the other Upper First rank concubines. But once she settles down to do her wo… Nov 12, 2023 23m
7. 7 Homecoming Gaoshun goes to Maomao to get her help in resolving the events of the garden party. Later, Xiaolan explains the purpose of the hairpins Maomao was gifted, and Maomao makes a deal … Nov 19, 2023 23m
8. 8 Wheat Stalks Maomao's peaceful morning at home is interrupted when she's called in to investigate an apparent double suicide at one of the local brothels. Nov 26, 2023 23m
9. 9 Suicide or Murder? An older acquaintance of Jinshi's dies while drinking at a party. A servant's body turns up in a moat. Both deaths are written off as self-inflicted, but Maomao's keen observation… Dec 3, 2023 23m
10. 10 Honey A tea party hosted by Lady Gyokuyou puts the politics of the rear palace at the forefront, and Maomao learns something new about Lady Lishu. His true intentions unclear, Jinshi se… Dec 10, 2023 23m
11. 11 Reducing Two to One Maomao confronts Fengming about the dark secret she's been hiding from her noble Lady Ah-Duo. Dec 17, 2023 23m
12. 12 The Eunuch and the Courtesan Discovering that Maomao's kidnappers were connected to Fengming's family, Jinshi is faced with a choice between keeping Maomao in the rear palace where he can be near her or relea… Dec 24, 2023 23m
13. 13 Serving in the Outer Court To Maomao's surprise, Jinshi brings her directly to his house instead of taking her back to the rear palace, and tells her she's to work in the outer court. Not only is there much… Jan 7, 2024 23m
14. 14 The New Pure Consort Ah-Duo's replacement has arrived in the rear palace, and Maomao is assigned to give a certain lecture to all four high concubines. Later, Maomao helps Lihaku investigate a warehou… Jan 14, 2024 23m
15. 15 Raw Fish Gaoshun requests Maomao's help in solving an apparent poisoning case. Meanwhile, Jinshi deals with an unwelcome visitor who's taken to lingering in his office. Jan 21, 2024 23m
16. 16 Lead A shack, a chest of drawers, and a fishbowl are all that a talented metalworker leaves to his three sons upon his death. Maomao is assigned to investigate how these strange inheri… Jan 28, 2024 23m
17. 17 A Jaunt Around Town Covering up Jinshi's otherworldly beauty is no easy task, but after Maomao takes the challenge head-on, she's surprised when she's also asked to don the disguise of a noblewoman a… Feb 4, 2024 23m
18. 18 Lakan Back at home, Maomao visits an annex building at the Verdigris House that hides one of the brothel's secrets. Lakan continues to antagonize Jinshi as his connection to Maomao beco… Feb 11, 2024 23m
19. 19 Chance or Something More A discussion with Lihaku about recent events leads Maomao to realize that the mysteries she's helped to solve are connected. As the final piece of the puzzle falls into place, she… Feb 18, 2024 23m
20. 20 Thornapple Maomao was able to stop the assassination attempt, but was heavily injured in the process. However, the injuries aren't enough to stop her curiosity, driving her to confront the c… Feb 25, 2024 23m
21. 21 How to Buy Out a Contract Back to work at the rear palace, Maomao listens to Guen talk about his family's business. Meanwhile, Lihaku hears a rumor that whips him into action. Mar 3, 2024 23m
22. 22 Blue Roses Lakan challenges Jinshi to produce blue roses to present at the upcoming garden party, forcing Jinshi to turn once again to Maomao for her help. Mar 10, 2024 23m
23. 23 Balsam and Woodsorrel No longer willing to keep running away from Lakan, Maomao decides to face off against him. She challenges him on his own turf, in a chess match. Mar 17, 2024 23m
24. 24 Jinshi and Maomao Lakan must now choose a courtesan to buy out. As a high-ranking military official, he can afford to freely choose, even from one of the Three Princesses. Who will he choose? Who d… Mar 24, 2024 23m
25. 25 Maomao and Maomao The spring garden party concludes without incident. Maomao returns to her regular life as Concubine Gyokuyou’s taster. Meanwhile, novels become popular in the rear palace. Maomao … Jan 10, 2025 24m
26. 26 Caravan The caravan stirs up excitement in the inner palace. The merchants bring all kinds of goods. However, something gives Maomao a bad feeling. Jan 17, 2025 24m
27. 27 Corpse Fungus A concubine passes away, and a woman goes missing. Jinshi sends Maomao to investigate - not these incidents, but mushrooms growing in the rear palace. Jan 24, 2025 24m
28. 28 Mirror The special envoy from a foreign land gifts mirrors - a rarity in this country - to the high concubines. However, they bring mysteries as well. Jan 31, 2025 24m
29. 29 The Moon Fairy In order to realize the seemingly impossible request from the foreign envoy, Maomao speaks to the “Moon Fairy” herself. Feb 7, 2025 24m
30. 30 The Crystal Pavilion, for the Third Time The woman from the clinic finds out that Maomao knows a thing or two about medicine, and asks for her help. Feb 14, 2025 24m
31. 31 The Shrine of Choosing Maomao directs her curiosity towards an old, oddly-shaped building. Feb 21, 2025 24m
32. 32 The Empress Dowager Maomao's reputation for resolving conflicts reaches the empress dowager, who will ask for her help to unravel a mystery that won't leave her mind. Feb 28, 2025 24m
33. 33 The Late Emperor Maomao's investigation of the "curse" reveals more about the late emperor than anticipated. Mar 7, 2025 24m
34. 34 A Ghost Story Maomao joins some women exchanging scary stories on a hot summer night to provide chills. Mar 14, 2025 24m
35. 35 The Hunt Jinshi goes on a hunting trip, and brings Maomao along. He seems ready to share his secret with her. Mar 21, 2025 24m
36. 36 Ka Zuigetsu Maomao discovers Jinshi's secret. She wants nothing to do with whatever the politics behind it is. Mar 28, 2025 24m
37. 37 The Baths Xiaolan's term of service is almost up, so she must find a new job. Maomao and Shisui decide to help. Apr 4, 2025 24m
38. 38 The Dancing Ghost Concubine Lishu reports sightings of a ghost in the baths in her pavilion. Maomao goes to investigate. Apr 11, 2025 24m
39. 39 Ice Xiaolan accidentally ruins an expensive block of ice. Maomao comes up with a delicious backup plan. Apr 18, 2025 24m
40. 40 Festering Resentment Luomen returns to the rear palace. His observations trigger Maomao's curiosity. Apr 25, 2025 24m
41. 41 The Fox Village Suirei smuggles Maomao and Shisui out of the rear palace. Jinshi begins to search for Maomao. May 2, 2025 24m
42. 42 Lantern Plant Maomao has been missing for ten days now. Jinshi's investigations lead him to a forgotten graveyard. May 9, 2025 24m
43. 43 Festival The village holds a festival. Maomao attends, and Shisui introduces some of the village's history to her. May 23, 2025 24m
44. 44 The Stronghold Maomao is taken to a mountain stronghold, where many of the secrets of the Shi clan are revealed to her. May 30, 2025 24m
45. 45 Taibon Maomao is accused of attempting to escape, and is tossed into an ancient method of torture and execution. Jun 6, 2025 24m
46. 46 Royal Guard The royal guard, led by Jinshi, arrives, sealing the Shi clan's fate. Maomao wants to save her friend, Shisui. Jun 13, 2025 24m
47. 47 The Shi Clan Jinshi and his forces infiltrate the stronghold, cornering the remaining Shi clan members. Jun 27, 2025 24m
48. 48 The Beginning After the war, Jinshi's work piles up and Maomao returns to the pleasure district. Jul 4, 2025 24m

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