薬屋のひとりごと [Kusuriya no Hitorigoto] #3

The third volume of Kusuriya no Hitorigoto presents a quietly captivating cover featuring Maomao — rendered in soft blues and warm skin tones — her dark hair pinned up and her expression carrying that signature blend of calm intelligence and subtle wariness. The art conveys the series' distinctive atmosphere: elegant yet grounded, with a heroine who feels genuinely thoughtful rather than simply decorative. A lovely entry point into this palace-intrigue story from Square Enix.