WARNING: Spoilers for The Apothecary Diaries Season 2, Episode 11 and the manga!!The Apothecary Diariesis the perfect blend of mystery, historical intrigue, and romance, but the upcoming episode is set to take an unexpectedly uncomfortable turn. Fans who have read the original light novel or manga know exactly why episode 11 of season 2 might be awkward, especially for those watching with family. The episode will adapt an important scene involving Jinshi and Maomao, commonly referred to as the “frog scene,” which carries a heavy dose of tension and innuendo.
Even the series' creator, Natsu Hyuuga, has weighed in on the situation, admitting that watching this episode with family could be an uncomfortable experience. In a comment shared online, Hyuuga acknowledged that while fans might feel secondhand embarrassment, they personally have it even worse.“The most awkward is me having to watch it live with my family,” Hyuuga noted, making it clear that the episode’s subject matter might be more blush-inducing than expected.
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The “frog scene” inThe Apothecary Diarieshas been one of the most highly anticipated and dreaded momentsfor fans of the series. The scene involves Jinshi, the mysterious and strikingly beautiful eunuch, and Maomao, the sharp-witted apothecary, in a moment filled with charged emotions and unexpected physical intimacy. WhileThe Apothecary Diariesoften teases the complexities of their relationship, this particular encounter takes things up a notch, making it an especially awkward episode for those watching with family members.
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Anime has had its fair share of embarrassing moments over the years, with scenes that push the boundaries of what’s comfortable to watch in a group setting. However,The Apothecary Diarieshas generally maintained a sense of decorum, balancing romance with historical drama.This upcoming episode, however, might temporarily shift that balance, putting fans in the uncomfortable position of either braving the awkwardness or watching alone.
The Creator’s Relatable Dilemma
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“There are people talking about the next Apothecary Diaries anime [episode] causing awkwardness with family members. The most awkward is me having to watch it live with my family.” - Natsu Hyuuga
Natsu Hyuuga’s comment about watching the episode live with their family resonates with many fans, who now find themselves contemplating their own viewing plans. It is one thing to read an awkward moment in a manga or light novel, but seeing it animated with voice acting and expressive character reactions adds another layer of intensity. For a series that has largely kept its romantic elements subtle, thissudden increase in suggestive tension inThe Apothecary Diariesis bound to catch some viewers off guard.
Hyuuga’s reaction also shows that sometimes, even creators find themselves in situations where they have to confront the reactions of their loved ones to their own work. Fans often joke aboutanime moments that are difficult to explain to non-viewers, and this upcoming episode may fall squarely into the lighter end of that category. Whether viewers embrace the awkwardness or look away in secondhand embarrassment,The Apothecary Diariesepisode 11 is shaping up to be one of the season’s most talked-about moments.
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