Livro 01 - A Última Primavera no Palácio A política da corte imperial é um jogo perigoso e Maomao sabia disso. Para proteger Jinshi das armadilhas políticas, há cinco anos atrás Maomao optou por desistir de seu amor por ele e partir do palácio, carregando dentro de si o fruto desse amor. No entanto, a agora recém formada médica Maomao vê a paz que havia conquistado longe do palácio ir por terra quando novamente, é chamada para prestar seus serviços como apotecária e agora também médica das consortes que Jinshi tomou nos últimos anos. Entre armadilhas e intrigas políticas, Maomao faz o possível para se manter longe das vistas de Jinshi e de suas rivais que a vêem como uma ameaça em potencial, enquanto tenta lutar contra os sentimentos guardados que estão ressurgindo com força e manter a si mesma e seu bem mais precioso fora das vistas dos espinhos que rodeiam o palácio.

╰┈➤ Blue spider lily, a captivating and somewhat mysterious flower, is a subject of both fascination and folklore. Lady Y/N helps maomao embarks on her journey at the rear palace, as the Lady of Beauty seeks for the truth. ▸Rated 15+ ᯓ★ Apothecary Diaries x f! reader ⚠︎TW: The story may contain sensitive topics. ➤ Note: I do not own the cover, credits to the owner. I can't find the original owner since I js found it on Pinterest

A 12 years old young girl named Hao Mao, a younger sister of Mao Mao, having almost the same face as her older sister, although Hao Mao's eyes color is more darker, and more lifeless. slightly more care about her sister than anyone else. Hao Mao in China means 'Nice Cat', well she almost acted the other ways, despite their past, Hao Mao grew more attached to her sister. she make sure she always safe, but if it was her own choice, she couldn't do anything but just see her doing what she has planned. (The Apothecary Diaries doesn't belong to me! I only own some of the scene, and Hao Mao!)

As the emperor grows paranoid in the recent illness that has infected his children, he deigns to replace his full personal guard, the Jinyiwei. As he dictates who is to be his closest protector, one name stands out to him. One that he had not seen in a long time. His sister. Maomao saves the lives of the princess, however her warning is not enough to save the prince. See how she progresses throughout the story with someone new looking out for her. (She replaces Lihaku, and her love interest is Pairin) (OC focused) (Slight AU) (I miss ao3 tagging)

Liena the oldest daughter of the Emperor finally gained her first friend, but that was only after she tried eating something poisonous and getting screamed at to spit it out. After that she knew Maomao would be the best person to be her friend, so she offered her a flower as a form of friendship. Maomao shivered since she didn't want to catch attention, but here she had all attention upon her because the quiet Princess was smiling at her. Maomao knew this would lead to a lot of trouble, but she never knew how many intriguing things would happen around this young girl. Read to find out what happens. (I don't own the cover picture or Apothecary Diaries only my oc)