The Apothecary Diaries 05 (Light Novel)

A palace servant trained in herbal medicine finds herself in the heart of imperial intrigue in this enthralling period mystery! The birth of Gyokuyou`s son earns her the title of empress and rewrites court politics. Jinshi can also no longer continue his pretense as a eunuch at the rear palace. Although the Shi clan`s demise restores peace, threats still loom - including an impending plague of insects. Maomao, as ever, finds herself caught up in new dangers. When Jinshi orders an expedition to Gyokuyou`s homeland, Maomao heads west. But something is lurking in the shadows of the glittering city, and the apothecary must uncover it or face certain peril...