The Apothecary Diaries

M/N, an apothecary's son, has been plucked from his peaceful life and sold to the lowest echelons of the imperial court. Now merely a maid, M/N settles into his new mundane life and hides his extensive knowledge of medicine in order to avoid any unwanted attention.

Not long after M/N's arrival, the emperor's infant children inexplicably begin to experience grave symptoms-almost as if a curse has been cast. The curious M/N easily solves the mystery and, to remain out of the limelight, attempts to leave an anonymous tip. Unfortunately, the dashing and perceptive eunuch Jinshi sees through it and manages to single his out.

In recognition of his talent, M/N is promoted to lady-in-waiting or rather man-in-waiting for the emperor's favorite concubine, Gyokuyou. As M/N continues to remedy the numerous ailments afflicting the imperial court, his pharmaceutical expertise quickly proves indispensable.