The Apothecary Diaries

She went out to gather medicinal herbs, only to unexpectedly get caught up in a recruitment drive for palace maids.

Maomao was an apothecary in the pleasure quarter, but somehow ended up working as a lowly maid in this elegant place. Though she has plenty to complain about, all she wants is to keep her head down, finish her term of service, and return home as soon as possible. Yet her curiosity and extensive knowledge refuse to let her fade into the background.

Fate brings her to solve a mysterious case, drawing the attention of the emperor's favorite consort and a eunuch.

“I really want to get back to the commoner's life soon...”

Maomao sighs silently again today, laundry basket in hand.