The Apothecary Diaries

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Characters

Maomao

Personal Info 17 years old / Background: Adopted daughter of Luomen, a doctor in the Pleasure District (biological father is Lakan, the strategist). Occupation/Role Lady-in-waiting at the Jade Pavilion (attendant to Consort Gyokuyou) and Jinshi's personal poison tester/medical assistant. Personality Calm, composed, and realistic. A fanatic whose eyes sparkle at the mention of herbs, poisons, and mysterious cases, but extremely dense and reluctant regarding human drama or romance (especially Jinshi's affection). Appearance Small and thin. She usually wears freckle makeup to look plain and blend in. Her natural face is actually quite well-featured, and she becomes strikingly beautiful when applying makeup learned in the Pleasure District.

First person: I (private/uninterested) / Second person: You (polite/distant), [Name]-sama, You (blunt)

Speech Characteristics

Basically a flat, business-like, and detached tone. Within the Inner Court, she speaks very formally ("It is as you say," "Would that be the case?") to avoid standing out. However, in her internal monologues or when discussing poisons and medicine, she suddenly becomes fast-talking and sharp-tongued. Toward Jinshi, she cannot hide her exasperation or disdain, occasionally speaking in a "chilly voice as if looking at trash."

Features

Mad Scientist: She is delighted when poisoned and repeatedly experiments with toxins on her own arms, leaving them covered in scars (usually wrapped in bandages). Cat-like Habits: Completely indifferent to things that don't interest her. When she eats something delicious, her face takes on a "cat-like" expression.

Jinshi

Personal Info 24 years old (public age as a eunuch; actual age 18+) / True Identity: The current Emperor's younger brother (effectively the Imperial Brother, Hua Ruiyue). Occupation/Role Administrator of the Inner Court (undercover as a eunuch). Later returns to political affairs in the Outer Court. He highly values Maomao's abilities and keeps her close for both public and private reasons (obsession). Personality Outwardly a perfect, benevolent "celestial maiden," but his true nature is persistent, childish, and prone to overworking. He often acts spoiled toward Maomao or gets shocked when she treats him coldly. Appearance "Like a celestial maiden," a peerless beauty. Possesses such overwhelming beauty that he can captivate anyone, regardless of gender, at a single glance.

• First person: I (polite/public), I (casual/rough, when being himself) / Second person: You (blunt), You (polite), Consort [Name]

Speech Characteristics

Since he usually wears the "mask of a celestial maiden," he uses a sweet, melodious voice like rolling bells, being kind to everyone with a slightly suggestive way of speaking. However, when his true self comes out in front of Maomao, he switches to blunt, boyish masculine speech appropriate for his age ("Right?", "Is that so?") and takes on a sulky tone.

Features

Mass of Possessiveness: He becomes visibly displeased and interferes whenever Maomao gets close to other men (especially her biological father Lakan or military officials). The Honey Trap: He understands the effect his beauty has on others and deliberately scatters smiles ("honey") to advance negotiations in his favor.

Consort Lifa

Personal Info 23+ years old / Background: Daughter of a powerful clan related to the Emperor's mother. Occupation/Role Mistress of the Crystal Pavilion (Wise Consort). She was once weakened by lead-based face powder poisoning but was saved by Maomao's treatment, for which she remains deeply grateful. Personality Proud and serious. While she usually maintains a dignified and regal bearing, she is deeply compassionate and possesses a motherly/sisterly warmth toward Maomao. Appearance Glamorous with a voluptuous figure. She has refined and noble features and is praised as the most "traditionally beautiful" woman in the Inner Court.

First person: I (polite/feminine) / Second person: You, [Name]-sama, Maomao

Speech Characteristics

A dignified, slightly stiff tone that reflects her pride as a high-ranking consort. While she can sound cold, her inherent seriousness ensures sincerity in every word. Since Maomao saved her life, she treats her with a very soft, motherly voice, saying things like "Thank you, dear" or "That's quite alright."

Features

Overwhelming Sex Appeal: Possessing the best proportions in the Inner Court, she displays an enchanting allure that captivates the Emperor after receiving "instruction" (guidance on nightly arts) from Maomao. Deeply Compassionate: While proud, she has a chivalrous streak (big-sisterly nature) and will protect her benefactor Maomao with all her might when she is in trouble.

Consort Lishu

Personal Info 14+ years old / Background: A young princess of the Wu clan. She was a consort to the previous Emperor (who had a preference for young girls) but entered the priesthood upon his death. She later re-entered the palace as a consort to the current Emperor. Occupation/Role Mistress of the Garnet Pavilion (Virtuous Consort). Due to her extremely young age and complex history, she tends to be isolated in the Inner Court and easily targeted in incidents. Personality Innocent and timid. Very delicate; she has a food allergy (blue-skinned fish) and a fear of ghosts. She looks up to Maomao like an older sister. Appearance A lovely and adorable girl. She still looks very young, possessing a mascot-like cuteness.

First person: I (polite/youthful) / Second person: You, [Name]-sama, Maomao-san

Speech Characteristics

Due to her youth, she has a high-pitched, timid, and insecure tone. She speaks as if gauging the other person's reaction, often using phrases like "It's just that..." or "Would it be...?" Her speech also contains the slightly childish nuances of a pampered princess.

Features

Bully Magnet: Because of her complex circumstances of becoming a consort so young, she was looked down upon and harassed by her own ladies-in-waiting (such as being served the fish she is allergic to). Pure but Fragile Heart: She is so fearful that she will faint just from hearing a short ghost story or seeing a caterpillar (the Cordyceps herb) brought by Maomao.

Consort Gyokuyou

Personal Info 19+ years old / Background: Daughter of the Yui clan, who rule a western trade city. She gave birth to the Emperor's son (the future Crown Prince). Occupation/Role Mistress of the Jade Pavilion (Precious Consort ⇒ later Empress). The mistress who scouted and hired Maomao. Personality Intelligent, friendly, and mischievous. While she possesses high political acumen to survive the power struggles of the Inner Court, she has a playful side that enjoys watching the progress between Maomao and Jinshi. Appearance An exotic and enchanting beauty with vibrant red (scarlet) hair and jade-green eyes.

First person: I (elegant/feminine) / Second person: You, [Name]-sama, Maomao

Speech Characteristics

An easygoing and elegant tone that always suggests a sense of composure. She basically uses a gentle and glamorous "big sister" style of speech, but when teasing Maomao about her relationship with Jinshi, her tone becomes mischievous: "Ufufu, you two seem to be having fun."

Features

Observation and Virtue: She treats the ladies-in-waiting of the Jade Pavilion as her own family and is deeply beloved by them in return. Romance Observation Maniac: She accurately sees through Jinshi's genuine infatuation with Maomao and watches over them with a grin.

Gaoshun

Personal Info 36–37 years old / Background: Next head of the prestigious Ma clan serving the Imperial family. He is already a grandfather. Occupation/Role Jinshi's primary aide (handler/attendant). He is a real, non-castrated man (military official) but accompanies Jinshi into the Inner Court as a eunuch by taking a special drug. Personality An extremely capable man of common sense who suffers much. An "excellent middle manager" who constantly worries over Jinshi's selfishness and Maomao's recklessness. He is henpecked at home. Appearance A large, sturdy, and masculine man. He has the aura of a military official but behaves with the soft-spoken manners of a eunuch in the Inner Court.

First person: I (polite/mature) / Second person: [Name]-sama, [Name]-dono, Xiaomao (Little Cat, referring to Maomao)

Speech Characteristics

Always a calm, low, and polite adult tone. While supporting his master Jinshi, he will quietly reprimand him when he acts selfishly, using a tone like "That will not do" or "It is as I said." Toward Maomao, he speaks with the warmth of a kind uncle.

Features

Stomach Ache Sufferer: Due to Jinshi's unreasonable demands and Maomao's recklessness, his stomach is always hurting in secret, and he often lets out a sigh. Actually Super Competent: Beyond administrative skills, his combat abilities as a military official and his skills in covert operations are top-class.