Furthermore, Shisui started talking about bugs excitedly, drawing reactions on the Internet such as "She's really having a blast", "What a funny girl", "Shisui's love for bugs is amazing", and "She really loves bugs, huh". Moreover, although Maomao did not want to be grouped with Shisui, viewers commented saying "They're obviously the same kind" and "No, they look the same from an outsider's perspective, right?".

The anime "The Apothecary Diaries" is based on a light novel by Hyuganatsu. The series, which has been adapted into a manga, has surpassed a total of 40 million copies. It's a mystery entertainment where Maomao, the daughter of an apothecary who has an abnormal obsession with poison and medicine, and Jinshi (CV: Takeo Otsuka), a handsome eunuch with many mysteries, tackle difficult cases that occur in the palace.

Episode 32: "The Empress Dowager"
[Synopsis]
"There's a strange palace maid catching insects while laughing." Such rumors spread within the inner palace, and Maomao finds herself under suspicion. To clear up the misunderstanding, she seeks out Shisui, the source of the rumors, and while talking to her, she happens to witness the Empress Dowager An heading towards the clinic. Though curious about the purpose of her visit, Maomao reluctantly returns to Jade Palace. Later that evening, the Empress Dowager pays a visit to Maomao. The Empress Dowager then entrusts Maomao with an investigation, asking, "Did I place a curse on the previous Emperor?"

(C)Hyuganatsu, Imagica Infos/"The Apothecary Diaries"Project

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