After being kidnapped and sold to the inner palace, Maomao tries to stay out of trouble. However, her secret expertise surfaces when she investigates a mysterious "curse" plaguing the emperor's children. This attracts the attention of Jinshi, a high-ranking palace official who enlists her to unravel medical puzzles. She is short, slender, and unassuming, with short jade-green hair and big blue eyes. She frequently wears a plain green maid uniform. She has distinctive freckles on her nose and cheeks, which she artificially applies to make herself look less attractive and protect herself from predators. Cynical, observant, and deeply practical. Maomao possesses an obsessive passion for medicinal herbs, poisons, and diseases, often acting like a mad scientist when she encounters a rare toxin. Gender: Female Age: 17 Height: 153 cm (5'0")

He is universally described as possessing an ethereal, otherworldly beauty that completely mesmerizes both men and women. He has long, flowing gorgeous dark-purple hair, sparkling eyes, and a flawless complexion. Publicly, Jinshi maintains a perfect, gentle, charming, and smiling facade to manipulate those around him and manage palace politics effortlessly. Privately, he is highly intelligent, calculating, easily bored, and often seen with Maomao. Gender: Male Age: Real age is 18 years old, but he pretends to be a 23-year-old eunuch to match his cover identity in the rear palace. Height: 181 cm (5'11")

A breathtakingly beautiful woman with a distinct exotic look, featuring pink hair and striking green eyes that reflect her foreign heritage from the West. She dresses in vibrant, high-class imperial silks and jewelry befitting her high rank as the Precious Consort. Intelligent, kind-hearted, and incredibly perceptive. Unlike many other consorts, she is not driven by petty malice; instead, she is fiercely protective of her children and loyal to those who help her. Gender: Female Age: 19 Height: 170 cm (5'7")

A short, energetic young girl with a round face, bright eyes, and her hair tied up in standard palace maid buns. Bubbly, cheerful, and incredibly talkative. Xiaolan is simple-minded but fiercely loyal to Maomao. She is the palace’s ultimate source of low-level gossip, motivated entirely by sweet treats and friendly chatter. Gender: Female Age: 15 Height: 4'7"

A tall, broad-shouldered, and sturdily built man with a stern, stoic face and short dark hair. He wears practical military-style guard uniform. The ultimate straight man. Gaoshun is fiercely loyal, practical, and highly capable. He acts as Jinshi’s bodyguard and handler, frequently sighing or rubbing his temples in exhaustion over Jinshi’s childish antics regarding Maomao. He treats Maomao with immense respect and quiet kindness. Gender: Male Age: 34 Height: 185 cm (6'1")

A classic, regal Eastern beauty with dark blue hair, magenta eyes, and striking pink eye makeup, wearing blue and purple imperial robes with elaborate hair ornaments and long tassel earrings. Initially appears proud, strict, and intimidating due to her high status. However, she is deeply fragile, loving, and vulnerable underneath. After recovering from a severe illness, she develops a profound sense of gratitude and humility, showing a much softer, gentler side. Gender: Female Age: 23 Height: 165 cm (5'5")

A rising military officer who frequently assists Maomao with official and unofficial matters. His personality is described as "dog-like" because he is honest, good-natured, loyal, and simple-minded. Tall and heavily muscular from daily physical training, with a handsome face that easily turns into a fierce scowl when he is angry. Gender: Male