Online, there were numerous reactions such as "It's really scary when beautiful people get angry," "Jinshi's voice suddenly became deep and it was frightening," and "A beautiful smile can be terrifying." There were also voices of praise for Jinshi, saying, "Well said, Jinshi-sama," and "Well done."

"The Apothecary Diaries" is an anime based on a light novel of the same name by Hyuganatsu. It has been adapted into manga in two monthly magazines, and the series has exceeded 40 million copies in circulation. The TV anime aired consecutively for two seasons starting in October 2023, gaining significant attention with Maomao's mystery-solving adventures in the inner palace as a "poison tester" and her comedic interactions with Jinshi. The second season of the anime will air from January 2025, with the announcement of a sequel in July. Furthermore, a limited-time attraction, "The Apothecary Diaries Mystery Walk: Investigate the Mysterious Medicine," is being held at Universal Studios Japan until January 4, 2026. The first online game adaptation has also been decided, further increasing its popularity.

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

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