Premieres January 10th, 2025. Check out the ANN article for additional information. Synopsis of the source novels from AniList:
In the East is a land ruled by an emperor, whose consorts and serving women live in a sprawling complex known as the hougong, the rear palace. Maomao, an unassuming girl raised in an unassuming town by her apothecary father, never imagined the rear palace would have anything to do with her—until she was kidnapped and sold into service there.
Though she looks ordinary, Maomao has a quick wit, a sharp mind, and an extensive knowledge of medicine. That’s her secret, until she encounters a resident of the palace at least as perceptive as she is: the head eunuch, Jinshi. He sees through Maomao’s façade and makes her a lady-in-waiting to none other than the Emperor’s favorite consort… so she can taste the lady’s food for poison!
Looks fun! I enjoyed Season 1, so I’ll definitely be watching this one.
The song sounds good. Is it by Yoasobi?
Very close! This is the vocalist from Yoasobi, but performing solo.
I’m reading the light novel right now. Wonder if I’ll be ahead of the anime when it comes out
Edit: I am. Season 1 is novels 1+2 as it turns out