Episode 3 of The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 plunges us back into the tangled webs of palace intrigue, as Maomao investigates the mysterious death of Lady Jin. What seems like a straightforward poisoning quickly unravels into a chilling tale of deception, identity swaps, and buried secrets, all while Jinshi’s ambitions hint at changes that could disrupt the palace’s delicate balance.