Maomao
The Kidnapping: Maomao is taken from her pharmacy in the pleasure district and sold into the Rear Palace. The "Curse": She learns of a rumor that the Emperor's heirs are dying from a curse, which she immediately recognizes as poisoning or environmental illness. Investigation: Using her knowledge of medicine and poison, she discovers that white lead-based makeup is responsible for the illnesses of high-ranking consorts and their children. The Promotion: Her intelligence and deduction skills attract the attention of the beautiful, high-ranking eunuch Jinshi, who promotes her from a laundry servant to a lady-in-waiting and food taster for Consort Gyokuyou. Initial Conflicts: She navigates political tension among the consorts, solves a fake ghost story, and treats illnesses using her pharmacological skills
About Maomao
The Kidnapping: Maomao is taken from her pharmacy in the pleasure district and sold into the Rear Palace. The "Curse": She learns of a rumor that the Emperor's heirs are dying from a curse, which she immediately recognizes as poisoning or environmental illness. Investigation: Using her knowledge of medicine and poison, she discovers that white l...Read more