A scene from episode 38, "Dancing Ghost," of the TV anime " The Apothecary Diaries, " based on the light novel by Natsu Hyuga , which was born from the novel posting site " Shosetsuka ni Naro, " has been released. It depicts Rikihime and the "smiling white face."
While accompanying Koran on her pilgrimage, Maomao hears from Rikihi that "there is a ghost in the baths of Kongo Palace." Seeing Rikihi's frightened state, Maomao tells her to consult with Jinshi , and later receives an order from Jinshi to solve the mystery. Maomao visits Kongo Palace to investigate the ghost and hears her story. Rikihi says, "The curtain of the closed room next to the dressing room shook, and I saw a smiling white face." When Maomao begins to investigate the cause, not only the true identity of the ghost but also the problems that Rikihi is facing at Kongo Palace are revealed. Episode 38 will be broadcast on Nippon Television's anime slot "FRIDAY ANIME NIGHT (Fura-ani)" at 11:00 pm on April 11th.
The light novel version of "The Apothecary Diaries" is published by Hero Bunko (Imagine Infos), and its comic adaptation has also gained popularity. The original series has sold over 40 million copies in total. The story is set in the glamorous harem of a certain continent, where Maomao, a poison taster, and the handsome eunuch Jinshi become embroiled in an incident that takes place in the harem, which is full of conspiracies and rumors. The first season of the TV anime aired on Nippon TV from October 2023 to March 2024. The second season will be broadcast over two consecutive seasons.
