: He uses his tactical genius to manipulate imperial resources, forcing a direct military strike on the Shi Clan stronghold.

For readers transitioning from the manga to the source material, Chapter 78.2 corresponds directly to of the original light novel. Manga Chapter 78.2 Light Novel Volume 4 Pacing Fast-paced, focusing on visual tension and expressions.

The manga currently adapts . Readers of the original novels note that this chapter corresponds to the intense climax of the Shi clan arc, where the political intrigue involving the Emperor’s brother and the secret lineage of characters like Jinshi begins to bubble toward the surface. Release Schedule and Availability

Maomao rarely gets a break. Chapter 78.2 will probably open with her analyzing a new symptom. Raw readers often get to see Natsu Hyuuga’s detailed medical diagrams first. Look for panels depicting decoctions, mortars, and Maomao’s famous "freak out" face (the one where her pupils turn to dots).

Chapter 78, titled , follows the direct aftermath of Maomao’s sudden kidnapping. Held hostage at the heavily fortified stronghold of the rogue Shi Clan, Maomao is forced to navigate an environment where her medical knowledge is her only leverage.

: While her family and Jinshi are reportedly "worried sick" about her safety, Maomao is depicted as having the "time of her life" due to her insatiable curiosity about the medicinal or historical details of her new environment.

Nekokurage excels at using silence. In this raw, there’s a two-page spread with no dialogue—just Maomao’s expression shifting as she processes something Jinshi says off-panel. You don’t need Japanese to understand that mix of annoyance, grudging respect, and hidden concern. Pay close attention to her hands ; she’s fiddling with a herb pouch, which always signals deep thought.

The search for raws is driven by a desire for immediacy. Many fans don't want to wait for the official English release, which can lag behind the Japanese publication. They want to experience the story as soon as it's available in Japan, even if they can't fully understand the text. In the case of Chapter 78.2, which is likely a continuation of a major story arc, this impatience is understandable.