The Apothecary Diaries (Light Novel) Quotes

“Deliberately or not, Lahan chose that moment to whisper in her ear, “And when can we expect the pitter-patter of little feet?” His glasses flashed.”
― Natsu Hyuuga, The Apothecary Diaries (Light Novel): Volume 9

“They heard a bell ring in the hall, the signal that there was a visitor. “The cat has come,” said Jinshi.”
― Natsu Hyuuga, The Apothecary Diaries (Light Novel): Volume 9

“If only Hongniang or Sazen or Lahan’s brother were here now, Maomao thought, thinking of the three best quippers she knew. It was too much work to come up with sarcastic responses for everything Chue did all by herself. She would have appreciated some help.”
― Natsu Hyuuga, The Apothecary Diaries (Light Novel): Volume 9

“Well, there was nothing else to treat. Except maybe his head. Life would have been so much easier if she could have tightened down the screws he obviously had loose.”
― Natsu Hyuuga, The Apothecary Diaries (Light Novel): Volume 9

“If you fail to move forward, that’s the very definition of stagnation. Water that doesn’t flow begins to rot.”
― Natsu Hyuuga, The Apothecary Diaries (Light Novel): Volume 9

“She picked up the last of her tools, then fixed Jinshi with a look. I have to make sure this part gets through to him. “What you have to bear, Master Jinshi, I don’t believe I could ever carry. Perhaps that’s why you did what you did.” She took a deep breath, let it out—then grabbed Jinshi by the lapels. “But you will not do it again.” It was a miracle that she didn’t sound enraged. Jinshi awkwardly avoided her gaze.”
― Natsu Hyuuga, The Apothecary Diaries (Light Novel): Volume 9

“Maomao had work the next day, as did Jinshi.”
― Natsu Hyuuga, The Apothecary Diaries (Light Novel): Volume 9

“Shut up and let me treat you. Sir.” Jinshi stuck out his lower lip. “I’ve got a lot on my mind, you know.” “Well, that’s not my problem; I’m an apothecary. Let me do my work.”
― Natsu Hyuuga, The Apothecary Diaries (Light Novel): Volume 9