The stunning fact that Lady Loulan was Shisui became clear, and the internet was flooded with surprised comments such as, "I never realized," "You're kidding, Loulan!?", and "So it was you all along..." The dual role played by voice actress Asami Seto also became a hot topic, with praise like, "Even though the voice is the same, her tone and atmosphere are completely different..." and "Her ability to switch between roles is incredible."

The anime "The Apothecary Diaries," currently available for binge-watching, is based on the light novel series of the same name by Hyuganatsu. The series has also been adapted into two monthly manga magazines, and its total circulation has surpassed 40 million copies. The TV anime first aired for two consecutive cours starting in October 2023, becoming a massive hit. The show gained popularity for its mystery-solving plot featuring Maomao, who works as a food taster in the rear palace, and the comedic interactions between her and Jinshi (voiced by Takeo Otsuka). A second season began airing in January 2025, and it was announced in July that a sequel is in production.

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

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