Maomao Saves Jinshi | The Apothecary Diaries

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Maomao lived a peaceful life with her apothecary father. Until one day, she’s sold as a lowly servant to the emperor’s palace. But she wasn’t meant for a compliant life among royalty. So when imperial heirs fall ill, she decides to step in and find a cure! This catches the eye of Jinshi, a handsome palace official who promotes her. Now, she’s making a name for herself solving medical mysteries!
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[@purplecatangel1379]

At the end of the episode, I feel like Jinshi is mad at three things; the first, Maomao got hurt, the second, whoever hurt Maomao and third, whoever almost got him assassinated

[@lucasm.3864]

And he’s mostly upset at that third point because Maomao was hurt even more.

[@Mocita]

In that order.

[@coltonwilliams4153]

@@zoraackerman1684 He tried. This was the entire reason he pushed her to take the court lady test. She’s the one who didn’t try with the test.

[@Dawnslight16]

In that order

[@sakurapablo671]

We got like 5 episodes, in total, that makes us freak out on what’s going on. Since it is a 24 episode for one whole season on this. Now it will makes us wonder “who is the ‘real’ villain that would go out of their way of harming these two?”

[@xxfluffycloudsxx]

I really like how they "roughed up" Maomao. It's not often we see a female character injured to a point it alters her appearance. Most people are too scared to do that to their characters, so I am very glad it wasn't the case here. I think this can be same to male characters as well, but its more rare for female characters.

[@LittleHobbit13]

I agree. This series has consistently been good about being realistic with the challenges Maomao faces. I respect immensely that when "she's just a servant, there's only so much she can do" was put to the test, the consequences were made real and visceral for the audience.

[@FoxYinnyy]

That's what makes this show all the more immersive for me personally. The wounds on her arm, the drowned corpse or the very sick lady Lihua, it's amazing really!

[@HatakeHyei]

Yeah, so tired in animes of the single cut in the cheek.

[@matteste]

Yea, it is unusual. I think the A Certain Magical series tended to be quite good with it, and Made in Abyss on occasion as well. But beyond those two I can't think of too many more at the top of my head.

[@andyjo7838]

Shonen anime: I've lost 30 gallons of blood, but I still look fine and am fighting harder than ever, SCREEEEEEAM... This: hit with a mace so hard, she thinks she might pass out. Very well done! I'd not thought about those details before, but you are totally correct. I am low-key interested in what her arm actually looks like.

[@onesmileybaldy8303]

Crazy how Jinshi teasing her with the Ox Bezoar as a reward to investigate the connected “accidents” ended up saving his life

[@AiRPasternak]

It was series of coincidences that ended up saving his life. Lihaku mentioning it, Maomao for sharing it even tho she didn't had to and jinshi for motivating her.

[@monimonica9529]

...and let's not forget the Meritorious Kind Library guy whose Info shortened so much her Research ! 🙌

[@elylioney6390]

​@monimonica9529 who was there because he was demoted n because his previous boss is useless

[@MrBenim27]

maybe not useless but connected to the incidents and wanted this to happen and hat to remove him so the plan would not derail.@@elylioney6390

[@gwen4200]

​​​​@@elylioney6390Maybe he is, or is helping the culprit.

[@alt-animefan3231]

"Who hit my wife and troublesome cat girl ? Whoever it is losing their damn head!" Jinshi

[@rafaelribeiro5771]

The soldier's fate was not shown, but he literally beat the girl of the emperor's son and daughter of the most renowned military strategist and in front of him.

[@algordo1997]

Better. They're losing their manhood.

[@Jumper1155]

@@rafaelribeiro5771 While it's a common theory at this point in the anime I'd wager that quite a few people don't appreciate randomly getting information like that spoiled for them. At least edit a spoiler warning into your comment.

[@rafaelribeiro5771]

@@Jumper1155 So for those who watch the anime, you already know these issues that I addressed, Jishin's mother and father are revealed in the first part of the anime and Lakan has already said that he is her father, so there is nothing new.

[@Jumper1155]

@@rafaelribeiro5771 There are theories on who are Jinshies parents at this point, specifically his mother. Mao Mao disregarded her theory though and since then we have heard nothing regarding that topic. We never received concrete things. I already knew what you said, which is why I don't care, but there are many people that don't know for sure yet and tomorrow this video will have 10 times the views. It would take you nothing but half a minute to write "spoilers below" and add a couple empty lines.

[@arbknight12]

I’m sorry, I know this is an emotional moment. But I can’t get over Maomao’s reaction to her potentially getting an ox bezoar.

[@raec5426]

She got herself brutally injured and still had to ask about it as her priority.

[@YaKuZaYa]

Hello! It’s a shock!! Do you know?!

[@user-dj9id2ij8i]

​@@raec5426possibly, she did that as a way to distract herself from the fact that "the person of most noble birth" that she saved was Jinshi(as she has done a lot of times before, whenever her speculations went in that direction), and to distract him from the fact that he almost died, and she is in the state like that before him. And, well, because she really wants her that bezoar

[@raec5426]

@@user-dj9id2ij8i Oh yeah, I get that it could be something like that... I just thought it was kinda funny, jumping off from the comment from OP.

[@coltonwilliams4153]

@@user-dj9id2ij8i Or, most likely, it’s the concussion talking. Y’know, from when she decided to catch a club with her face.

[@rahn45]

The guard that struck her sure is screwed. Publicly accused of wanting a noble dead by preventing someone trying to save him from entering. Striking her in front of high ranking officials including her biological father. The noble in question also being in love with the woman he struck. And the threat on the noble's life being extremely real. I think even with the best legal defense possible he's gonna lose his head, and several times over if it was possible.

[@dariainparka3134]

His whole family/clan should be hoping they just need to pack up to another continent

[@kezia-lemonthorne2507]

Just two of them would be known when it comes to punish this guy, for the sake of discretion. Just by his neglection that could have caused that death he will be severily punished, but after hitting the person who came to prevent that and giving weight to her suspicions by doing so, and to put the nail in the coffin, she did save that said noble with those injuries he gave. So yes, he's very much screwed.

[@AiRPasternak]

Yup unfortunately even the best lawyer money could buy won't save him of his fate. He became a collaborator by pure accident

[@yellowsoy2475]

Legal defense? There’s no such thing as legal defense in the imperial palace. He’s gonna be a paste on the dungeon floor at that point.

[@aracarn6107]

defense would have no problem defending him in court of law. But in that times law doesnt really matter...

[@emsreaper5374]

Guard: *hurts Maomao* Everyone: “So you have chosen death.”

[@banninghamma]

To be fair, the guard didn't know who Maomao was other than a servant judging from her dress. Using a giant metal cricket bat on the cat is too excessive though.

[@Ivan.A.Trulyuski]

@@banninghammahitting women at the bosses 304 house isn’t a good idea.

[@JuanaLopez-ot3vz]

Someone knows what's going to happen next. I can't wait until next Saturday

[@redwitch12]

The LOOK that Lakan gave that guard gave me chills. Now we know who Maomao got her Ultimate Death Stare from. I love that the anime played both scenes so similarly--the total silence and two-frame shot of Maomao's face when Jinshi said Lakan's name, and the very brief cut of Lakan's version of that expression staring at the guard while he calmly said that the girl was hurt. The two of them certainly have oddities in their emotional affect, but there is NO QUESTION that they're both the kind of people who get calmer and colder the angrier they are. For Maomao, slapping Consort Lihua's maid, dragging her by the hair, and dumping the toxic powder on her was about a 4 or 5 out of 10 on the rage scale; hearing Lakan's name launched the meter all the way up. We haven't seen Lakan's halfway point, but I think it's safe to say that watching some scrub smash Maomao in the face with a club probably hit the top of end of his scale.

[@kylecyrus9457]

That guard ABSOLUTELY shat himself when they heard the sound of the iron curtains falling.

[@Kaito57]

Whoever Chris-Browned Maomao better be prepared for Jinshi Wrath...

[@shoefrezy]

And lakan

[@umbraemilitos]

Not just him.

[@sebastiansuazo2734]

Jinshi?? Lakan put the fear of god on that guard by just looking at him

[@Kaito57]

@@shoefrezy I don't know who is it yet.

[@thatavocado_boi]

​@@Kaito57lakan is the guy with monocle (pls watch prevoius episodes for context)

[@Dorian_Scott]

This is why Maomao is best girl. This whole scene made me cry. Excellent VA work here, too.

[@tornado100able]

That was a legit hero scene

[@KennyMcGavin]

Aoi Yuuki the GOAT fr

[@menchita]

​@@KennyMcGavinYou could also feel the raw desperation and disbelief in Takeo's voice when he's holding the injured Xiaomao... Damn, they are all so good at their work 😢

[@natiinin]

I almost cried watching this and I don't even watch the anime.

[@melinaanibarro7324]

The panic and worry in Jinshi's voice made me tear up. Great scene.

[@shoefrezy]

Listen.....she didnt even know who the high ranked person was...and she still risked it all to save that person!!just maomao and her nobility!!

[@Rabestern]

And that scene where Jinshi carries her has revealed who he is. I wander how many ppl figured it out. Clue is in episode 4. :)

[@666Tomato666]

She really was going for the Confucian principles... very location/time appropriate.

[@Annie1962]

the fact that they are all bowing to him as he walks with MaoMao@@Rabestern

[@Rabestern]

@@Annie1962 That too but biggest hint is on his clothes. He has golden dragon depicted on it. Same as certain person in episode 4. :)

[@DarkMirria1]

@@RabesternI figured out who he was in the first episode. A new pretty boy in charge of watching over the Emperor’s women? Who has the authority to do a lot of things most others can’t, and has an aide by his side almost at all times? Come on. He HAD to be the prince, he was too suspicious not be, and I was right.

[@raec5426]

I like in this scenario how Jinshi is the damsel in distress without him knowing, and Maomao is the hero to save him.

[@ULTRADJ4EVER]

And I like how it's actually portrayed in an actual realistic manner, so to speak. If it were in the West, she'd tank the hit she got in the face, take down all the bodyguards in full armor who are twice her size, then go in and probably lift up Jinshi like a feather after slide dashing and throw him out of harms way without getting a single scratch on her. Whether anyone finds my comment annoying or disagree, you know it's the truth. I don't mind a woman saving a man, not at all, just make it somewhat plausible. I love the way it was one here, and one of the many reasons why I love this series. Maomao is an incredibly well written character that most people in the West just can't do. Some can, but most can't.

[@raec5426]

@@ULTRADJ4EVER I get what you mean also since this isn't an action type of series, where characters are have powers and/or superhuman physicality. lol

[@apricotmadness4850]

@@ULTRADJ4EVERTrue.

[@onemoregodrejected9369]

Because a man is stronger than a woman, i think Mao Mao has a lot more merit to her actions​@@ULTRADJ4EVER

[@ExtremeMadnessX]

​@@ULTRADJ4EVERThat's defend of women and men body physique, in this case this is "realistic" way how she saved him.

[@scottb235]

The last few "Hey" from Jinshi... was amazingly delivered. The panic in his voice...

[@emikotagahushi941]

Right?! As he realizes how urgent this is, he starts to get scared and lose his voice.

[@sailordave1000]

My wife doesn’t watch anime. I showed her the entire scene from the documents to the closing credits and she said “WOW!” It’s not just the writing. Its also the directing and voice acting that makes this series epic.

[@frenchy0411]

You forgot to add the ost, that added the final touch!

[@NiamhJP03]

@@frenchy0411 It was so good this episode!!

[@corazondepapel9346]

You forgot to mention the moment when everyone in the room clapped!

[@ephemispriest8069]

Yeah, this series serves the best tea.

[@monimonica9529]

I started watching extremely few Animes last year but I don't want to become an Addict. I'm already quite involved with Period CDramas. My first Anime was: "My Happy Marriage" and later the Action Live. If she'd like to try it, I do Recommend it. If she'd like to try the Period CDrama: "New Life Begins" with various Life Lessons ... it's my Top Fav. and "Action Live". Very assorted one with Wonderful SoundT's, Humour, Gastronomy, Camaraderie, some tender scenes and the ML's Personality is 1 in a million ! 🤩

[@kkramlogan]

This episode was superb. Maomao being struck was good writing, although none of us want her to be hurt, it underscores her prior conversation with Jinshi, and I’m sure it hardens his resolve towards her. Also, she legit saved his life. She should be elevated.

[@piperanderson5119]

@@zoraackerman1684 Before Jinshi used the ox bezoar to motivate her he asked if she was curious, and she replied "I am a lowly servant girl, who does what she is told." There is an ongoing theme of Maomao having to remind Jinshi of the limitations she's working within due to her status and him not quite getting it.

[@kkramlogan]

@@zoraackerman1684 the limitations Maomao works within are what shows her intelligence and what engages us the audience. The theme, which the conversation, well conversations really as she's expressed this to Jinshi more than once, is a reminder that she is vulnerable. Her tenacity endears her to us and of course to those who know her. I don't know what happens next but, saving royalty usually deserves a reward but, more people should now be more aware of her and her affiliation with Jinshi. Lakhan may perhaps keep a closer eye on her. At any rate, this is why I love this story so much. It's grounded in reality and the storytelling is magnificent.

[@kkramlogan]

@@zoraackerman1684 I don't disagree with that but, Maomao seems to independently minded for that. Of course, I feel like you do, some sort of recognition of who she is and her importance to Jinshi would help avoid a similar situation so I'm down for that. Here we are chatting about our Maomao!

[@LittleHobbit13]

She saved the life of a royal, she definitely should get a (well-deserved) status boost.

[@Bolu87]

If you pay attention to the sound - when Maomao looses consciousness and Jinshin is talking - there's even echo that comes from this big ceremony hall. What a detailed anime it is. Stunning.

[@DanA-zf8bt]

The way he holds MaoMao’s face tho ❤️ This scene was so brilliantly done. I really hope they renew for more seasons. EDIT: we got a season 2!! THANK YOU ANIME LORDS

[@esmeraldavargas587]

The way Jinshi looked at her too😫

[@Annie1962]

Oh I have no doubt it will be renewed. We have though, been blessed with 24 episodes Can't wait for the Splendid Frog episode to come in the future

[@DanA-zf8bt]

@@esmeraldavargas587 That melted my soul 😩🥹

[@freiaaccia7402]

The voice acting in this clip, has rendered me speechless. Maomao's VA absolutely nails her disorientated, pained voice. Then the shock, and concern, and fear in Jinshi's voice? It's DEVASTATING. Don't think I didn't notice the slight echo to his voice and the //complete silence// otherwise (in fact, all the music cuts out after the beam falls, excellent choice I think). Do the choices to have silence and give him an echo because he's in that big, almost empty hall fall to the Foley department(?) regardless, they're incredible and /absolutely/ puts the emotional gravity of a black hole on this scene. Now, the animation has always been stellar, but especially that moment where she's like "what's that look on his face" and the background is blurred like - THE CINEMATOGRAPHY THERE?? blows me away. Augh, and that's not everything to this scene either, there's too much to unpack but I gotta say every little detail is amazing and appreciated.

[@KellyBurke-ty3hx]

Jinshi: someone is losing their head for this. The emperor will agree since Jinshi was the intended target.

[@-.-nezuko-.-8607]

Poor Maomao this episode made me cryyyy😭

[@Asagiri037]

me too 😭

[@MintEye.K006]

What ep?

[@bradgaines5091]

​@@MintEye.K006Today's episode, so 19.

[@-.-nezuko-.-8607]

@@MintEye.K006 the newest one ep 19

[@Heyblondie7]

Sameeee

[@phantomrequim]

That guard better start praying.

[@kurtgabrielmartinezdossant8051]

Jinshi and Lakan: "May God have mercy, because I won't!"

[@dragonstouch1042]

There is no god who could save him from the two men coming for his head

[@yellowsoy2475]

Praying is redundant, he was a dead man heading to hell the moment he clocked her.

[@user-zl6ps4rp9g]

And running.

[@coltonwilliams4153]

No point. He’ll be talking to god in real time soon enough.

[@Steroyd666]

Several heads are rolling from the guard to whoever was supposed to maintain that structure and when Jinshi carried Maomao out the Eunochs were sweating.

[@thuranz2773]

I'd say whoever bought the replacement supports made of Rose's metal aren't going to have a good time.

[@DarkMirria1]

Those men aren’t the Eunuchs, the Eunuchs are in the section that guards the Emperor’s women. This area is not that section of the palace.

[@thegreatcalvinio]

The guard: **chuckles** I’m in danger!

[@thuranz2773]

Guard #2 who physically held back Guard #1 to keep him from swinging again is probably breathing a sigh of relief though.

[@alexburn4014]

Its amazing Mao even made it to the ceremony, let alone didnt pass out on the way after getting hit in the head with a metal club. that hit alone could be life threaten to someone of her size and that was before her leg injury.

[@kurtgabrielmartinezdossant8051]

Maomao got hurt! Jinshi, Lakan and the entire Fandom automatically: SOMEONE GET ME A BIG BASKET, BECAUSE HEADS WILL ROLL!

[@HallidayASR]

Lakan can just go to a corner and suck on a **** we don't need his help

[@SockieTheSockPuppet]

Lakan alone is going to be terrifying.

[@KennyMcGavin]

1:47 I can't get over the look on Jinshi's face man 😞He looks so sad and worried for her my heart is tearing apart 💔💔💔 Amazing character drawing!!

[@AndrewAce.]

_"What's going on here?"_ You almost got squished, dude... That's what's going on...

[@LouieGrandie]

The guards are nowhere around when he walks out because they are running for their lives

[@EliSkylander]

The slow burn is so wonderful on this one.

[@marianomiguel2982]

It's amazing how in few seconds you can feel, the confusion, the fear, the sadness, love and desperation. In jinshi's face

[@knowledgeseeker4614]

Maomao does so much, and she doesn't get compensated enough for what she does.

[@Malroth00Returns]

Does enough compensation even exist for what MaoMao does?

[@airglide2]

A true servant…

[@princeofdarkness4711]

it's kinda surprising how "A quiet life with a lab full of poisoned ingredients" turns out to be a hard thing even Royal money can conjure up. most of that stuff is super rare and super expensive. Could make good mcguffens for future plots though.

[@jacobfreeman5444]

Elevating her puts her in the court intrigue. Keeping her at a certain level actually renders her below the notice of those gunning for him. Unfortunately I think the time of such protection has passed. She got into an altercation with the guard, witnessed things she shouldn't have, and very obviously saved a man of noble blood from assassination. She has to be on the radar of the court now. So yes, she likely will be elevated in status. And lose many more freedoms than she gains. Because it is the only way to keep those who want to hurt him from directly attacking her to get to him.

[@zennvirus7980]

His face as he passes by Lakan's side afterwards... And Lakan's face when he realizes the "amusing" situation he had gone to watch was not so amusing after all. VERY powerful scene indeed. What an episode, dammit.

[@user-cv2vo5wn9m]

I WAS WAITING FOR THIS TO BE ANIMATEDDDD🥹🥹 I CRIED SO MUCH WHEN IREAD THIS PART I LOVE JINSHI’S CONCERNED FACE

[@moujayay]

saaaameee... I was so excited finally watching this episode. Now the next one to look forward to is the hunting :333

[@kuroinova2056]

What happened after this clip, was what I wasn't expecting, seeing the reactions of the other people around the building as he walks out carrying maomao.... As blood dropping to ground as each step is taken..

[@LittleHobbit13]

Not to distract from the obvious seriousness of the moment, but imagine being Jinshi? Minding your own business, doing your ceremony, and then out of nowhere being tackled full-force from behind?😅

[@atigerclaw]

Mustn't forget the earth-shattering metallic *BOOM!!!!!'* filling the air before he even hits the ground. And you know, in the traumatic recall there-after, he'll note he heard the anchor give. "CLAN-" _WHAM!_ *BOOM!!!*

[@GabeSweetMan]

I started reading the novels after 3 episodes. So glad this scene was given the justice it deserves!

[@columbinafan]

Jinshi's stunned face added to the emotions oh my god

[@samulityyska2269]

Amazing voice acting from both Aoi Yuki and Takeo Otsuka!👏 Maomao and Jinshi are perfect for each other!💚💜 Although Maomao often seems to be disgusted and creeped out by Jinshi, this scene showed that she truly cares about him.

[@friendchannel5382]

She didn’t know it was him

[@SabrinaPariis]

As a light novel reader (and I won’t spoil a thing because I want you to enjoy it too!!), if you continue to watch the series: When it comes to Jinshi and Maomao, just keep in mind that when it comes to romance, Maomao is an unreliable narrator due to the way she was raised/her lack of emotional intelligence. Trust her actions over her words. But in this particular case, nah, she didn’t have a damn clue who was at that altar lol

[@menchita]

​@@friendchannel5382She knew. Just like with "the frog 🐸" incident later, she just didn't want to accept it, because of the implications it would have if it was true.

[@skebaba918]

@@SabrinaPariis La clan & nerfed EQ, name a more iconic duo 😂

[@SabrinaPariis]

@zoraackerman1684 Maomao didn’t know for sure. Remember when Jinshi started talking after she saved him, she asked herself “Why is Master Jinshi here?” I think in hindsight for her it makes sense but in the moment, she knew she was saving a noble, but not which noble.

[@ame-chan579]

He holds her like he's holding the whole world in his hands. Man is whipped, case closed.

[@bentowers7743]

He owes her his life now.

[@DanA-zf8bt]

True, and it also helps that he saved her from being beheaded in episode 4 during the consort Lihua situation (although MaoMao’s actions were much greater here). These two keep saving each other as the series continues, which is why I love them as a pair so much

[@Future_Vantas]

And she owes Lakan a favor, he was the one who got her inside the temple. A little convenient how close by he was....

[@misbahalamsworld7605]

The fact that maomao didn't know who it was but she still risked her own life to save someone she doesn't even know. Of course the person being Jinshi was good but I really want to know Maomao's reaction if she knew it was Jinshi's life which was on the line

[@cherry1311]

she will save him as any other.

[@brokentuskclan1795]

Guard: Why do I hear boss music?

[@AndreaCruz-tx4dl]

The last "Hey!" hurt me 😢

[@SHUFFLINGBEAST]

Must protect maomao 😢😢❤

[@Malroth00Returns]

in soviet russia MaoMao protects you.

[@omniultimate]

Maomao: * injured in any way * Jinshi: "whoever did this to my waifu clearly has a deathwish"

[@Demaad]

The guard that messed up her face, Is there any chance we see him again in the story? I doubt he’d be punished since hitting women, regardless of status, would be acceptable in the anime’s 15th-16th Century time period. But I’m still curious with if Jinshi ever did anything about it based on 1:33 and the fact MaoMao was correct that saved lived

[@umbraemilitos]

I don't know, but two very powerful people are upset at her injury, and his delay almost got a noble killed.

[@rsly2000]

I imagine we’ll at least hear in next weeks episode some kind of mention of him being fired/demoted/executed depending on what kind of punishment he gets. I can’t imagine he’d get off without any punishment given the circumstances

[@XxfmarulzxX]

In the Light novel its implied that he was punished/killed due to his actions, we never hear from him again.

[@Haywood2]

@@XxfmarulzxX Figured as much. They probably suspect he had a hand in the situation.

[@Fujoshi1412]

@@rsly2000given what others are said he is likely to be suspected of almost killing a noble. At that point it doesn’t matter why he stopped her or if he was involved or not. Man’s life is forfeit and seen as a guard who failed in his duties. But also killed if he knew who ordered the accident the other parties would want him silenced.

[@FJX716]

Hurt someone beloved by a high ranking official and you will know pain that you have never dreamed of.

[@elessardragon7655]

And not just one high ranking official either. Maomao is very liked by several. Jinshi is the highest but there is Gohshun, two of the emperor's concubines(maybe three), and i think the lowest is the golden retriever boy soldier too. I have a feeling there will be a fanfic of the meeting of the Maomao fan club to take action

[@DarkMirria1]

@@elessardragon7655 And the best military strategist is the girls’s biological father.

[@itsukikawashima5490]

I see Maomao hurt and instantly I'm like looks like someone just signed their sentence!

[@KrazzyKratzz]

Bro while watching this scene i was struggling to hold back my tears, when Jinshi finds out who did this to maomao, it's already end of story for them

[@isabelamelendezcarvajal4908]

The most important is you're okay now Jinshi and Maomao what you did is the most heroic thing you has ever done 🥺😭

[@johnhendrix6946]

The look on monocle weirdo's face as he carried her out was just the best for me.

[@Lovingmadjom]

A small gripe i have is when people act like her adamance that she would save him at risk to her own life was some gesture of love for jinshi when it’s just…exactly what her character has established for herself. A strong, but abstract understanding of the politics situation she finds herself in: the knowledge that her own life is on the line, and that compared to her, this random noble she’s saving is far more important An inability to let an interesting puzzle go, especially when motivated by rare medicinal ingredients. And what I think is most important: A steadfast, intense sense of justice. She has shown herself repeatedly unable to help herself when she sees people being hurt unjustly, even at her own detriment (lest we forget the entire premise of the first case she solved). Obviously, ahe also had no idea who the ‘Noble’ was, until she looked at his face and heard his voice after the crash. Side note: I was screaming at my tv for them to at least put pressure on her leg wound, but nooo, he has to be all dramatic and carry the girl with a fractured skull allllll the way to another part of the palace as she bleeds out, dripping blood onto the ground xD I mean c’mon Jinshi, I know you’re not that smart but PLEASE.

[@captainsimpchimp103]

Did this scene justice

[@Morpheus-pt3wq]

Lakan´s face after all this was the most surprising moment of the entire episode.

[@michaelstrong5383]

Haven't seen this episode yet, but I saw the preview where Maomao's face is beaten up, and I'm not ready to see how it all went down. *EDIT:* Just finished the episode. That guard better pay for what he did to Maomao.

[@umbraemilitos]

It's rough, but well written. I recommend watching if you can.

[@michaelstrong5383]

@@umbraemilitos Oh, I will later tonight. I have no doubt that the episode is well written. There has never been a moment in this entire anime that felt out of place or out of character to me.

[@Ravyllnia_Passion.363]

The guard who beat up Maomao really is screwed. He will be in hell and suffer for it three times as much. 1. Jinshi; the Emperor’s brother and Maomao’s soon-to-be boyfriend. Not only will he get Jinshi’s wrath but also the Emperor’s wrath. Of course due to attempted assassination on his younger brother. The Emperor, I think will spare Maomao’s death, punish her for the interruption of the ceremony, and later reward her for her efforts to save his younger brother from the attempted assassination. 2. Lakan; Maomao’s biological father. As only she herself knows, Jinshi knows, and the Verdigris House knows, and especially Lakan himself. As the guard unknowingly stepped on a land mine that she is Lakan’s daughter in question and him being very doting and possessive of her things won’t end well for him. I think he will be 6, no 12 feet under. 3. The owner and the sisters and Luomen; The Verdigris House and her Adoptive Father would first ban him from ever stepping foot in her establishment and second, would poison him until he is on the brink of death. Actually, I think I pity the guard’s misfortune (Nah, I think he deserves it).

[@erichimmelheber]

Damn. I feel bad for anyone that didn't watch this episode yet and saw this notification 😂

[@raec5426]

Crunchyroll doesn't even wait a day before posting some stuff that is seen as a spoiler to an episode for a show. 😅 On Twitter, some were mad about the "A Sign of Affection" post they had with a romantic scene of the episode released today. (Edit: they deleted the tweet 🤣, but just now posted the clip)

[@ByteDWolf]

@erichimmelheber 🖐️😞 That would be me.

[@g.d.2059]

I got spoiled by scrolling through my normal daily news feed. The headlines and the pictures really spoiled the hell out this episode. I'm so sad I will never get to enjoy this episode fully for the first time.😭

[@frankyavery]

Also kudos to the background designers

[@unfunnysenrirenposter]

This was such a incredible scene. Really cemented the episode as one of my favorite episodes of all time, of any series. Jinshi and Maomao’s dynamic is so great and I love watching it. Jinshi is one of my favorites of all time for sure :D Chills the entire scene, and just how selfless Jinshi is. Not even worried about himself, his first thought is worrying about Maomao. He’s such a good person

[@TheFanatic340]

this episode especially cemented it as one of my top all time favorite anime. it was truely amazing.

[@oop8784]

His voice actor is delivering bro

[@dspace4514]

Jinshi about to go on a rampage...

[@yellowsoy2475]

Not just Jinshi. Her dad, the Verdigris courtesans and half of the rear palace are going to rampage

[@DarkMirria1]

@@yellowsoy2475 Which dad? Her great uncle or her biological father? Or both?

[@susana.3.]

literally best scene by far but the way he walks so goddamn slowly!! what happened to being concerned? like ik u royalty but still

[@danielsantiagourtado3430]

BEST GIRL! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥❤❤❤❤

[@phoenixjaphoenixja12]

The “what happened to your face?” Broke me. Also, that’s the most he’s ever touched her. I noticed her never used her name to her face. What is that about? He kept saying hey instead of her name.

[@jewelabyss]

This was the craziest and the best episode so far. Maomao is goated🔥

[@HopeYukizmizu]

Jinshi, please run maomao losing alot of blood and ded :(

[@scottb235]

Someone says/does anything bad to MaoMao. The entire fanbase: So... you have chosen death.

[@elessardragon7655]

the all characters who love/cared Maomao: "You will be wishing for death by the time we get done with you"

[@jhanifferoniki427]

Song: blaze of clear sky - Daichi Takenaka

[@boomchannel3291]

Thank you so much❤

[@LilAce202]

Poor Maomao 😢❤

[@vinnyreis3016]

Her father's face... Chills chills

[@Tolinar]

Hey. Save the spoilers on the big ones until 3 or 4 days pass, eh? You guys should know better.😢

[@brandondonaldson7702]

This anime went from "meh I'm going to ignore this one since it sounds like a couple other recent anime titles" to possibly my favorite anime this season. Glad a couple clips from it got recommended a couple weeks ago or I would have missed it.

[@zainarazien6013]

Jinshi's "Who did this to you" era has now commenced!

[@Duda505033]

Thanks for the spoilers, great job Crunchroll and KZbin recommendations!

[@FashionGeek_Chi]

The best episode in the series so far

[@jacobfreeman5444]

Tough girl, but obviously pushed beyond her limits. Couldn't even finish her thought before passing out

[@noratrevalyn5582]

This part actually made me cry a bit, I hope we see some justice for her next episode!

[@mrs.susan.r]

Great episode! 😭❤

[@celiax8827]

My poor sweet little Maomao 😭

[@shiro2400]

Had a feeling he was royalty, given how much similarity he shared with that one court lady that was replaced. Excited for next week!

[@JatraveousYoung]

I'll pray for Maomao hoping she'll be okay and after sacrificing herself to save Jinshi that was strongly brave of her😔🙏💚999,999,999,999,999,999,999,999,999,999,999% of my likes for Maomao.

[@emma_nutella58]

That guard is losing his head if he’s lucky after what he just did

[@miniblasan5717]

Today's episode is probably my favorite out of this anime, it will be very interesting to see what happens in next week's episode. I can only assume that someone will lose their head, if it's the guard or assassin who failed in their job, again it will be very interesting to see the next episode.

[@livetoloveandlaughlivefora6800]

This episode this episode had me so emotional And so angry I need the next episode soon so I can see what is happening can you all make it early We cannot wait

[@drfifi8546]

what is the OST that played when jinshi was carrying her??

[@Kikufuku_]

This scene gave me chills! 😱

[@Mariuraraka2024]

Jinshi Loves Maomao so much 🥰💚💜

[@Cococrash11]

Awesome The Apothecary Diaries Video.

[@yukixime6773]

The music stops and the scene still delivers the goods. The VAs top notch.

[@adrianararumi]

The best ep so far!!! 😍

[@rc-fannl7364]

And this is why this anime is a big highlight of this and the previous season.

[@Just_Some_Guy_with_a_Mustache]

"You should see the other guy..."

[@coltonwilliams4153]

Oh, he’s going to want to. He’ll definitely want to be there to see his head come off.

[@anaknezovic6470]

I LOVE THEM SO MUCH

[@Alte.Kameraden]

The fact he doesn't tourniquet her leg despite being known since ancient times being someone who'd had some military training based on hints throughout the show is a crime on itself.

[@Mr.Ambrose_Dyer_Armitage_Esq.]

Can't wait 'til she discovers he's not a...

[@pauloblanchard305]

*"IT WAS A FROG"* -Maomao said calmly

[@nathanbjerg564]

I really enjoyed this anime and this scene made me tear up..

[@Loeiddi]

This scene made me damn cry, knowing she got hurt this damn bad, and she didn’t get her ox bezoar

[@aldik_dj]

I just watched this like 30min ago 😂

[@jonathanhamlet1942]

Yeah this was possibly the best episode of the show!