The Apothecary Diaries Episode 13: Serving in the Outer Court
Manga volume 21-22
Canon/MED
OSHIMETER
8.9
15 Fans
5
4
3
2
1
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack
The Apothecary Diaries Episode 13: Serving in the Outer Court
Manga volume 21-22
Canon/MED
OSHIMETER
8.9
15 Fans
5
4
3
2
1
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack
QUICK TAKES
shaelby
VerifiedA lot of stuff going on in one episode, although the setting is brand new, I’m still not used to it.
7.8/10
7.8/10
stellanuit_temi
VerifiedWith a formal offer to go back to the Rear Palace, Maomao can go back to work as a lady-in-waiting… Or so did she thought. Hired directly by Jinshi, Maomao now sees herself in the Outer Palace a the task to pass the Lady Court exam, but is that even something she’s interested in?
helmyherlambang
VerifiedOkay the outer palace feels more ominous than the rear palace. But I guess more interesting drama is to come then.
verakristinalou
VerifiedJinshi's fixation on Maomao was in full effect as we see subtle hints on what Jinshi's thinks of Maomao. A great detailed episode that introduces us to a new anvironment and new set of casts around Maomao as she becomes a property of Jinshi.
chachi06
VerifiedThere’s a slight shift in focus, but it still feels like the same story. Maomao adapts easily, and Jinshi keeps things interesting. It’s a nice change of pace without losing the overall tone. I like the way story is going.
haleyjschwartz
VerifiedIt's nice to have a shift after wrapping up the story in the inner court. The outer court is sure to bring more interactions with Jinshi which I look forward to. Maomao is still just as intriguing and funny as always. While slow, this episode gives the framework of what's next.
southeaststillness
VerifiedThis episode feels a bit more emotional, but in a very subtle way. It doesn’t try too hard, and that’s exactly why it works. I really love how the show trusts its audience to feel things without spelling everything out. Maomao’s perspective adds so much depth. It’s quiet, but it hits. One of the peak romance scene for this season.
amonkeydluffy
Our Maomao is so beautiful, master Jinshi got anxious seeing many are eyeing our Maomao. At the outer court all she can think of is still medicinal herbs, being true to herself. So witty in medicine but not in other fields that's very understandable.
kuringkuring
Maomao moves to the outer court and Jinshi is already lowkey jealous of all the attention she's getting. new setting, new court ladies being🙄 , same Maomao energy. the new OP slaps too. solid reset ep
peanuts
Finally Maomao gets back to the palace but now she gets a new job in outer palace as Jinshi's personal servant. Mann! She was soo happy. She could walk across garden, see the herbs and all. Maomao being a "failure" as a court lady but a 10/10 as a researcher is exactly why I like her. Seeing the Verdigris House sisters "doll up" Maomao was wholesome!
goyaljonesh06
Man getting kicked out of court and worrying over her poisons is literally one of the best moments so far. Seeing her try to get back while jinshi is seeing is quite hilarious
peabut
Maomao’s obsession with herbs and medicines is hilarious.
jimmyapple
fahmi12
Verified
janzzzzzzzzzzzzz
EPISODE CONTEXT
Episode 13 marks a hard pivot at the season's halfway point — Maomao's dismissal from the rear palace in Episode 12 directly triggers her reassignment to the outer court, fundamentally reshaping the show's setting and power dynamics. This episode serves as a reset and foundation-builder, establishing Maomao's new position and her closer proximity to Jinshi before the season escalates into the developments of Episode 14, 'The New Pure Consort.' It's a transitional chapter that the back half of the season depends on.
QUICK TAKES
shaelby
VerifiedA lot of stuff going on in one episode, although the setting is brand new, I’m still not used to it.
7.8/10
7.8/10
stellanuit_temi
VerifiedWith a formal offer to go back to the Rear Palace, Maomao can go back to work as a lady-in-waiting… Or so did she thought. Hired directly by Jinshi, Maomao now sees herself in the Outer Palace a the task to pass the Lady Court exam, but is that even something she’s interested in?
helmyherlambang
VerifiedOkay the outer palace feels more ominous than the rear palace. But I guess more interesting drama is to come then.
verakristinalou
VerifiedJinshi's fixation on Maomao was in full effect as we see subtle hints on what Jinshi's thinks of Maomao. A great detailed episode that introduces us to a new anvironment and new set of casts around Maomao as she becomes a property of Jinshi.
chachi06
VerifiedThere’s a slight shift in focus, but it still feels like the same story. Maomao adapts easily, and Jinshi keeps things interesting. It’s a nice change of pace without losing the overall tone. I like the way story is going.
haleyjschwartz
VerifiedIt's nice to have a shift after wrapping up the story in the inner court. The outer court is sure to bring more interactions with Jinshi which I look forward to. Maomao is still just as intriguing and funny as always. While slow, this episode gives the framework of what's next.
southeaststillness
VerifiedThis episode feels a bit more emotional, but in a very subtle way. It doesn’t try too hard, and that’s exactly why it works. I really love how the show trusts its audience to feel things without spelling everything out. Maomao’s perspective adds so much depth. It’s quiet, but it hits. One of the peak romance scene for this season.
amonkeydluffy
Our Maomao is so beautiful, master Jinshi got anxious seeing many are eyeing our Maomao. At the outer court all she can think of is still medicinal herbs, being true to herself. So witty in medicine but not in other fields that's very understandable.
kuringkuring
Maomao moves to the outer court and Jinshi is already lowkey jealous of all the attention she's getting. new setting, new court ladies being🙄 , same Maomao energy. the new OP slaps too. solid reset ep
peanuts
Finally Maomao gets back to the palace but now she gets a new job in outer palace as Jinshi's personal servant. Mann! She was soo happy. She could walk across garden, see the herbs and all. Maomao being a "failure" as a court lady but a 10/10 as a researcher is exactly why I like her. Seeing the Verdigris House sisters "doll up" Maomao was wholesome!
goyaljonesh06
Man getting kicked out of court and worrying over her poisons is literally one of the best moments so far. Seeing her try to get back while jinshi is seeing is quite hilarious
peabut
Maomao’s obsession with herbs and medicines is hilarious.
jimmyapple
fahmi12
Verifiedjanzzzzzzzzzzzzz
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