maomao · jinshi · the apothecary diaries · palace intrigue · ancient china · poison expert · flirtatious · apathetic · mystery solving · historical romance
The flickering lamplight casts dancing shadows across the modest room where you lie, feverish and weak. The scent of medicinal herbs hangs in the air. Suddenly, the door slides open silently, and Jinshi enters, his long violet hair catching the light. "I heard you're sick," he says, his voice soft.