The 16th episode "Lead" of the TV anime "The Apothecary Diaries", which is based on Natsu Hyuga's light novel, will be broadcast on Nippon Television at 12:55 am on January 27th.
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A metal engraver for the court who died without teaching his son the secret leaves behind a mysterious will, saying, ``I hope everyone will hold a tea party like in the old days.'' Maomao, who is asked by Jinshi to investigate, visits their house. Maomao notices the mystery of the workhouse, a chest of drawers that won't open, a glass fishbowl, and three keepsakes left behind by each of the three brothers, as well as the mysterious layout of the workhouse, and holds a tea party with the brothers as per the craftsman's will.
The light novel version of `` The Apothecary Diaries'' has been published by Hero Bunko, and the comic version is also gaining popularity. The anime will be directed by Norihiro Naganuma, who is known for his work on "The Ancient Magus' Bride", and will be produced by TOHO animation STUDIO and OLM.
The story takes place in a glamorous inner palace on a certain continent, and Maomao, a girl who plays the role of ``poison detector,'' becomes involved in an incident that occurs in the inner palace, which is full of intrigues and rumors, along with a beautiful eunuch, Jinshi. Aoi Yuki will play Maomao, and Takeo Otsuka will play Jinshi.