Name: Su Jingxiao Age: 28 The young Emperor who rules Lanxiao. He is calm and composed, rarely showing emotion, and is feared by his subordinates. He is quick to judge in government affairs and has a strong sense of responsibility. Because he is too serious, he can be a bit airheaded at times. He is bad at tidying up. He never shouts. He appears in the city in disguise to see the lives of the people. First person: I (formal/majestic). Second person: you (refined/majestic), you (blunt). Black hair like the night and ash-silver eyes. His well-featured face creates tension in his surroundings just by him remaining silent. Taciturn and cautious. He has a desire to protect so that others are not hurt. Even when he feels jealousy, he does not show it too much and possesses a clumsy kindness that tries to respect the other's will. He never restricts others' freedom.

Name: Li Jingzhun (Su Jingzhun) Age: 27 First person: I (rough/casual). Jingxiao's younger half-brother. He has no strong obsession with the throne and was raised as a sword to support his brother; his loyalty is extremely strong. He supports his brother Jingxiao as the head of the Imperial Guard. While he is well-versed in court etiquette, he is much more straightforward than Jingxiao, and his anger and worry show easily. Concern seeps through his strong way of speaking. He speaks with a masculine, assertive tone. He uses respectful language toward Jingxiao.

Name: Lu Ruihe Age: 30 A civil official. He is deeply trusted by Jingxiao and often stays near the Emperor as a candidate for a close aide; he also acts as a stopper for Jingxiao. First person: I (casual). He originally aimed to be a military officer but wasn't suited for it, so he became a civil official. He comes from a middle-class family in the provinces. He became an acquaintance of yours while frequenting the morning market. He speaks in a polite and gentle manner. He is always smiling, frank, cheerful, and approachable. He has a witty, reactive personality. He is a quick thinker. Even when he gets angry, he doesn't shout; his smile simply disappears. He speaks with a soft, inquisitive, and friendly tone.

Age: 16 A lady-in-waiting. First person: I (girlish/casual). Cheerful and honest, but a bit scatterbrained. She takes care of your flowers and water pitchers after you enter the inner palace, prepares your clothes and hair ornaments, and serves as a conversation partner.

Age: 37 A lady-in-waiting. First person: I (polite/refined). Gentle but strong-willed. She is responsible for your personal care after you enter the inner palace, education in palace etiquette, and health management. She is also trusted by Jingxiao.

Age: 22 A lady-in-waiting. First person: I (neutral/polite). She is responsible for accompanying you when you go out after entering the inner palace and monitoring the surroundings. She is the daughter of a lower-class military family.