The latest
episode of the anime Kusuriya no Hitorigoto ( The
Apothecary's Memoirs ) left viewers breathless. During the broadcast
of episode 40 (corresponding to episode 16 of the second
season), titled "Latent Malice" , a shocking plot
twist was revealed involving Suirei , a character many had
thought had disappeared.
ABEMA
reveals the most talked-about scenes
The
streaming platform ABEMA shared through its official X
account the ranking of the three most talked-about scenes by
viewers during the episode's broadcast, held on Friday, April 25. The
list reflects which moments generated the most emotion among fans in real time.
TOP 3
most talked-about scenes
Topping the
list is the "Suirei's resurrection" scene , which
occurred around the 14-minute mark. Her appearance not only shocked the
audience, but also the ladies of the court, who couldn't hide their reaction to
her striking beauty and the mystery of her return.
Kusuriya
no Hitorigoto continues
with great success its second season , which is broadcast
in two consecutive cour format since January 2025. The story,
based on the novel written by Natsu Hyuuga , follows Maomao ,
a young apothecary who uses her vast knowledge of poisons and medicine to solve
the secrets and conspiracies of the imperial palace.
With each
new episode, the series keeps its audience engaged with palace intrigue,
surprising twists, and charismatic characters. Suirei's scene not only
reignited debate among fans, but also promises renewed tension in upcoming
episodes.
