The Apothecary Diaries Vol. 8 by Natsu Hyuuga – Manga

The Apothecary Diaries Vol. 8 explores La Kan’s past and the secrets surrounding Maomao’s identity. Personal history takes center stage in this illustrated historical mystery manga of herbal medicine and palace intrigue.

Synopsis contains spoilers for earlier volumes.

After losing to Maomao at elephant chess, La Kan drinks his punishment “poison” and passes out. In his dreams, he revisits a long-lost past: an affair with a certain courtesan and the events that led him to meet his daughter for the first time.

When he wakes at Verdigris, another decision awaits. Pressed to buy the freedom of a courtesan of his choosing and take her home as his wife, whom will La Kan pick?

Book details

• Series: The Apothecary Diaries
• Volume: 8
• Format: Manga
• Story by Natsu Hyuuga
• Genre: Historical mystery / palace intrigue
• Explores La Kan’s past and Maomao’s identity

Reading order

Read Volumes 1–7 before Volume 8, then continue with Volume 9.