The Apothecary Diaries: Volume 5 (Light Novel)

The political situation at court has changed: the birth of Gyokuyou’s son has seen her elevated to the status of Empress, and meanwhile Jinshi is no longer able to continue his pretense at the rear palace. Although all seems peaceful after the destruction of the Shi clan, threats continue to loom—not least a potential plague of insects—and Maomao, as ever, somehow finds herself caught up in them.

When Jinshi orders an expedition to Gyokuyou’s homeland, Maomao heads west. But is there something lurking in the shadows of the glittering city? And will Maomao be able to discover what it is before it’s too late?

Comics Manga Mystery & Detective Women Sleuths Fiction

300 printed pages

Original publication: 2022
Publication year: 2022
Publisher: J-Novel Club
Translator: Kevin Steinbach
Artist: Touko Shino

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Brittany Suarezshared an impression9 months ago
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This one definitely kept me on my toes. And love the jealousy from Jinshi.
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yhocruz123shared an impression9 months ago
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jss that prologue goes hard
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Kadisha Kearseshared an impression6 months ago
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Quotes

Zhaddeus Jeihas quotedlast year
Perhaps you’d be interested in asking the Emperor’s younger brother to plant his seed in your belly.”
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Suane Figueiredohas quoted10 months ago
She wanted to run. This could only bring more trouble, more uncertainty. She wanted to dodge all those problems—but those eyes, the eyes of an untamed dog, weren’t going to let her escape. He was going to devour her, and all in pursuit of something that wasn’t even there. Maomao could only look back at him with empty eyes, like those of a puppet or a doll
That's so sad broooooo
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weila059has quotedlast year
Just then, there was a knock on the door and Basen called out, “I’m coming in.” The door opened before they could stop him. His widened eyes were greeted by the sight of Jinshi, apparently doubled over with pain, and Maomao leaning toward him, her face and hand covered in something red.

He didn’t say anything.

They didn’t say anything.

Shortly thereafter, Basen couldn’t say anything. Just as he was about to shout for someone, Maomao crammed the handkerchief into his open mouth, while Jinshi pinned him down. It was the most coordinated thing they’d done since the day they’d met.
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