The Apothecary Diaries

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 wonders how this came to be, as novels were typically considered low-class. But behind the scenes lies Jinshi and his goals as manager of the rear palace.

The Caravan

Corpse Fungus

Mirror

In order to realize the seemingly impossible request from the foreign envoy, Maomao speaks to the “Moon Fairy” herself.

The woman from the clinic finds out that Maomao knows a thing or two about medicine, and asks for her help.

Maomao directs her curiosity towards an old, oddly-shaped building.

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.

Maomao's investigation of the "curse" reveals more about the late emperor than anticipated.

Maomao joins some women exchanging scary stories on a hot summer night to provide chills.

Jinshi goes on a hunting trip, and brings Maomao along. He seems ready to share his secret with her.

Maomao discovers Jinshi's secret. She wants nothing to do with whatever the politcs behind it is.

Xiaolan's term of service is almost up, so she must find a new job. Maomao and Shisui decide to help.

The Dancing Ghost

Ice

Festering Resentment

Fox Village

Lantern Plant

Festival

The Stronghold

Taibon

The royal guard, led by Jinshi, arrives, sealing the Shi clan's fate. Maomao wants to save her friend, Shisui.

Jinshi and his forces infiltrate the stronghold, cornering the remaining Shi clan members.

After the war, Jinshi's work piles up and Maomao returns to the pleasure district.