Kusuriya no Hitorigoto
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Maomao investigates infant deaths in the imperial palace using her medical expertise
Oct 21, 2023Maomao, a young woman operating a pharmacy within the red-light district, is abducted and compelled to serve in the emperor's palace. After learning of rumors concerning a curse responsible for the deaths of the emperor's heirs, her intense curiosity compels her to look into the matter. Relying on her deep knowledge of medicine and poisons, she decides to take action to uncover the truth behind these mysterious fatalities.
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Maomao becomes poison taster for Gyokuyou and receives a special request from Jinshi
Oct 21, 2023After Maomao identifies the true cause of the curse, Jinshi promotes her to lady-in-waiting and poison taster for High Consort Gyokuyou. Although her salary increases and she gains more free time, her colleagues worry about her reputation as a pitiable poison taster. During this period of adjustment, Jinshi approaches Maomao personally to request the creation of a special medication. This development shifts her daily routine and responsibilities within the imperial palace, marking a significant change in her role and interactions with her superiors and peers.
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Maomao Investigates the Rumored Ghost Dancing on the Palace Wall
Oct 21, 2023A rumor circulates in the palace about a female ghost dancing on the castle wall. Maomao, indifferent to such common tales, is questioned by Jinshi regarding sleepwalking and decides to observe the phenomenon personally. Accompanied by Jinshi’s subordinate Gaoshun, she is taken to the city wall at night. There, she encounters a beautiful woman dancing. Maomao proceeds to investigate the woman’s situation closely. Her inquiry leads her to uncover an unexpected truth behind the spectral appearance. This investigation reveals the reality behind the supernatural rumor that had been spreading through the palace grounds.
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Maomao Investigates the Emperor's Children Deaths and High Consort Lihua's Illness
Oct 29, 2023Maomao resolves the mystery surrounding the consecutive deaths of the Emperor's newborn children. Following this, the health of High Consort Lihua deteriorates significantly. Consequently, the Emperor commands Maomao to provide medical treatment for the High Consort. When Maomao attempts to administer a prepared meal, the maids interfere with the process, which causes Lihua's condition to weaken further. To address this, Jinshi assists Maomao in uncovering the truth behind the High Consort's declining health. The pair works together to determine the underlying causes of the illness while navigating the interference from the palace staff.
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Maomao treats a cursed eunuch and prepares for the garden party at Gyokuyou's palace.
Nov 5, 2023After High Consort Lihua recovers, Maomao resumes her daily duties within the palace of High Consort Gyokuyou. A terrified eunuch approaches her seeking a remedy for a curse. By analyzing the eunuch's account, Maomao correctly identifies the nature of the affliction and provides a specific ointment as treatment. Subsequently, Jinshi summons Maomao to request her assistance. Upon returning to Gyokuyou's residence, she finds her fellow staff members in high spirits as they make final preparations for an upcoming garden party.
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Maomao tests dishes for poison at the Emperor's Garden Party
Nov 12, 2023The lavish Garden Party convenes the Emperor, his four concubines, the royal family, and numerous high-ranking officials. During the meal, Maomao meticulously samples each dish to detect any signs of poison. Her routine is interrupted by a sudden suspicion when she observes High Consort Lishu displaying an uncertain expression while facing the very dishes Maomao has just verified as safe. This reaction raises immediate concerns about the integrity of the food served at the event.
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Maomao returns home using a hairpin while Jinshi handles palace incidents
Nov 19, 2023Maomao utilizes a hairpin she received at a garden party to travel back to her hometown for a short visit. During her absence, Jinshi remains in the palace, where he deals with a continuing series of incidents. The narrative focuses on Maomao's brief departure and the concurrent troubles Jinshi faces within the palace walls.
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Maomao investigates a poisoning at Verdigris House with her father's assistance.
Nov 26, 2023While staying at home, Maomao is requested to assist in an inquiry regarding a poisoned courtesan and her client at the Verdigris House. This establishment is a long-standing brothel where Maomao spent her formative years. Unlike previous situations where she navigates mysteries alone, she receives support in this instance. Her father joins the effort to help solve the case. The narrative focuses on the collaborative investigation into the poisoning incident within the familiar setting of her past, highlighting the involvement of family members in resolving the dispute.
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Jinshi questions the military officer's death after suspecting foul play beyond alcohol poisoning.
Dec 3, 2023Jinshi, who is overworked, learns of a military officer's death that was officially attributed to excessive drinking at a banquet. Because he knows the officer well, he remains skeptical of this explanation and seeks Maomao's assistance. She investigates the circumstances surrounding the officer's eating habits and heavy drinking. Through her analysis, Maomao deduces the true cause of death, revealing that the incident was not merely a result of alcohol consumption but likely involved other factors. This investigation challenges the initial assumption of accidental poisoning and uncovers the reality behind the officer's demise.
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Jinshi Questions the Courtesan's Suicide After Princess Lishu's Poisoning
Dec 10, 2023Whispers circulate within the imperial court claiming that a courtesan, who drowned herself, was responsible for poisoning Princess Lishu during a garden party. Jinshi remains skeptical regarding the servant's alleged motives and tasks Maomao with uncovering the truth. She is directed to investigate the specific palace where the deceased courtesan had previously served, seeking to determine if the reported suicide was genuine or a cover-up for the crime.
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Maomao investigates the past incident involving Luomen, Ah-Duo, and their son
Dec 17, 2023Maomao discovers details regarding a past event involving her adoptive father, Luomen, Lady Ah-Duo, and her son. She visits Ah-Duo’s maid-in-waiting, Fengming, to uncover the cause of the prince's death. Fengming, who has dedicated her life to serving the beloved Ah-Duo, is concealing a significant secret. Although Maomao comprehends Fengming's emotional attachment and devotion, she remains determined to reveal the truth. Consequently, Maomao devises a specific plan to navigate this complex situation and extract the necessary information from Fengming.
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Maomao faces dismissal from the back palace and begins work at the Verdigris House.
Dec 24, 2023Fangming's punishment extends to her relatives and associates, including the merchant family who purchased Maomao from kidnappers. Despite Maomao's desire to stay in the back palace, she is dismissed due to her poor speech. She returns home and begins working at the Verdigris House. However, during a noble's banquet one night, she encounters an unexpected old companion. This event disrupts her new routine and forces her to confront past connections while navigating her current employment situation. The narrative focuses on the consequences of the earlier case and Maomao's transition from the palace to her new role, highlighting the social implications of her dismissal and the sudden reappearance of someone from her history.
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Maomao returns to the palace as Jinshi's servant and faces a courtesan exam
Jan 7, 2024Maomao goes back to the palace, now serving as a personal attendant to Jinshi. She finds herself confused by the distinct way she is treated in this new role. To clarify her position and duties within the palace hierarchy, she is instructed to undergo an examination designed to test her qualifications for becoming a courtesan. This process marks a significant shift in her daily life and responsibilities compared to her previous experiences.
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Maomao Instructs the Emperor's Concubines After Failing the Exam
Jan 14, 2024Maomao, who failed the official examination and subsequently became a servant girl to Jinshi, receives a request to serve as an instructor. She is tasked with leading a special lecture specifically designed for the concubines of the Emperor. This assignment places her in a unique position to educate the imperial harem members, despite her previous professional setbacks and current lowly status within the household. The narrative focuses on her new role and the interactions that arise from this educational duty.
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Maomao investigates a coma case involving fugu and a smoking pipe.
Jan 21, 2024Maomao notices a commotion in the warehouse and picks up a smoking pipe. Gaoshun approaches her with news that a bureaucrat is in a coma after eating fugu, despite no fugu being used in the cooking. Maomao joins the taciturn young military officer Basen to visit the bureaucrat's house and verify the truth behind the incident.
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Maomao investigates the strange inheritance left by a metalworker to his three sons
Jan 28, 2024Following the death of a skilled metalworker, his three sons receive peculiar items as their sole inheritance. These assets include a dilapidated shack, a chest of drawers, and a fishbowl. Maomao is tasked with examining these unusual bequests to determine how they are connected. She must analyze the relationship between the disparate objects to uncover the logic behind the distribution of the estate. The investigation focuses on deciphering the significance of each item within the context of the deceased's final wishes and the potential implications for the heirs involved in this mysterious case.
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Jinshi Requests Makeup Transformation and Maomao Joins Him for a City Walk
Feb 4, 2024Jinshi, whose striking appearance might threaten national stability, asks Maomao to alter his look using cosmetics. After finishing the makeup application, Maomao intends to return home for a much-needed rest. However, Gaoshun convinces her to remain. Consequently, she also disguises herself and accompanies Jinshi as they stroll through the town streets together.
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Maomao returns home to find an ill courtesan while Jinshi realizes his feelings for her.
Feb 11, 2024Following her departure from Jinshi in the city, Maomao goes back to her residence. She discovers a courtesan suffering from a severe illness and administers the necessary medicine. During this time, she recalls memories of the former Green Verdigris Pavilion and the women who worked there. In the palace, Jinshi speaks with the strategist Lakan. Lakan expresses curiosity regarding Maomao, and this discussion prompts Jinshi to recognize his own romantic emotions toward her. The episode contrasts Maomao’s quiet reflection on her past with Jinshi’s internal realization of his attachment to her, highlighting the emotional distance between them despite their shared history.
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Jinshi struggles with his feelings after discovering Lakan is Maomao's father
Feb 18, 2024Jinshi experiences internal conflict upon learning that the strategist Lakan is Maomao's father. Simultaneously, Maomao discovers that ritual implements were stolen amidst recent disturbances. She observes a peculiar link between this theft and the various cases she has previously assisted in resolving. Concluding that these events are not random coincidences, she suspects a deeper connection among the incidents. This realization prompts her to investigate the underlying pattern connecting the disparate occurrences, suggesting a deliberate cause behind the series of troubles rather than isolated accidents.
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Maomao saves Jinshi and investigates ritual thefts and deaths
Feb 25, 2024Maomao interrupts a ritual and sustains serious injuries while saving Jinshi. Following this event, she deduces the connection between the theft of ritual implements, the death of the custodian, and other incidents surrounding the ceremony. As she investigates, she feels a sense of dread upon realizing the extent of involvement in these events. The investigation reveals that surprising individuals are implicated, including Jinshi, who was overseeing the ritual. This discovery highlights the deep complexity and danger surrounding the ceremonial proceedings and the people involved.
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Maomao Advises Lihaku on Marriage Troubles Regarding Pairin
Mar 3, 2024With Gyokuyo potentially pregnant, Maomao serves as poison taster. After visiting the medical office, she is summoned by Lihaku, who confesses his desire to marry Pairin, whom Maomao introduced from the Verdigris House. Lihaku is troubled by rumors that one of the three princesses is to be married off, causing him distress over his feelings for Pairin. In response to his unrest, Maomao suggests that he undress and remain naked. This advice follows her appointment as poison taster amidst the palace's ongoing health concerns and political marriage speculation.
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Maomao attempts to cultivate out-of-season blue roses for Jinshi's garden party
Mar 10, 2024Following the confirmation of Gyokuyo's pregnancy, Maomao enjoys a tranquil period at the Jade Palace. Jinshi approaches her regarding the requirement for blue roses for an upcoming garden party. Maomao deduces that Lakan designed this task and accepts the challenge with determination to succeed. She works diligently to force the flowers to bloom, but as the event approaches, she encounters significant obstacles. The roses fail to even bud because they are out of season, leaving Maomao struggling to overcome these botanical difficulties before the party arrives.
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Maomao Challenges Lakan to a Chess Match on His Own Turf
Mar 17, 2024Maomao resolves to stop fleeing from Lakan and instead confronts him directly. She initiates a challenge by proposing a game of chess, choosing to play on his home ground rather than avoiding the encounter. This decision marks a shift in her strategy as she prepares to face her opponent head-on through a test of skill and intellect within the established setting.
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Lakan visits Verdigris House while Maomao shares personal reflections with Jinshi
Mar 24, 2024Following his defeat by Maomao, Lakan travels to the Verdigris House to select a courtesan for marriage. During his visit, he hears a familiar singing voice and departs quickly. Concurrently, Maomao is invited to Jinshi's residence, where she discusses Lakan's difficulties and her complicated emotions regarding her father. Several nights later, Maomao performs a beautiful dance on the castle wall. This sequence of events highlights the ongoing interactions between the characters as they navigate their respective personal challenges and relationships within the palace setting.
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- How many episodes does Kusuriya no Hitorigoto have?
- Kusuriya no Hitorigoto has 24 episodes.
- When did Kusuriya no Hitorigoto come out?
- Kusuriya no Hitorigoto came out in 2023.
- Which studio made Kusuriya no Hitorigoto?
- Kusuriya no Hitorigoto was produced by OLM.
- Who directed Kusuriya no Hitorigoto?
- Kusuriya no Hitorigoto was directed by Norihiro Naganuma.
- Is Kusuriya no Hitorigoto finished?
- Current status of Kusuriya no Hitorigoto: Finished.