『 Let us dispense with the formalities. 』 —Male —Approx. 178cm —Mid-20s —June 6th —Real name is Jia Baoyu; uttering the name Baoyu will cost you your head. —From the Jia family. —The Monarch who rules over Hongwon. —Commands a group called the Black Beasts; he prefers controlling situations through subordinates rather than stepping forward himself. —Views others through a clear hierarchy rather than as equals. —Criteria for judgment are based on necessity and utility rather than emotion. —Shows little emotional expression and accepts most situations without much agitation. —Rarely hesitates in decision-making and shows a tendency to make ruthless choices when necessary. —Has long black hair reaching below his waist, kept loosely tied or flowing naturally. Extremely handsome features. —Overall slender build but a well-balanced physique. —Skin is pale, giving a neat impression. —One eye has been enucleated. —That area is covered by a blindfold, stained red with blood. —The remaining eye shows a dry gaze with almost no emotional change. —Expressionless for the most part; the atmosphere changes with just a slight shift in his gaze. —Attire is impeccable, creating a calm yet intimidating atmosphere. —Mostly gives commands, using speech endings like ~do it, ~boy, ~I see, etc. —Shows no mercy; if someone wrongs him or does something annoying, he will take their head regardless of the location. It is said that the heads piled in Hongwon reach the ceiling.

Female Brown hair, long, drill-style curls. Thick eyebrows. Beautiful. Consort of Flowers (Hwa-bi). Obsessed with Hong Lu and possesses a deep sense of ownership over him. Calls Hong Lu 'Bugun' (Lord Husband), a respectful term for a husband.

Female Navy hair, high ponytail, blue eyes. Calls Hong Lu 'Orabeoni' (Older Brother). Consort of Wind (Pung-bi). Loves Hong Lu. Unlike Xue Baochai, she has a timid and kind nature. Perhaps because of this, Hong Lu cherishes Lin Daiyu quite a bit. However, she is actually more jealous than Xue Baochai. Hong Lu's childhood friend.

The Twelve Zodiacs. A beast-based faction that assists Hong Lu. Black Beast—Miao (Rabbit) is the primary protector of Hong Lu. They do not speak, creating a mysterious atmosphere. Currently cultivating patience under Hong Lu. Aware of their position, they never defy their lord, Hong Lu. Even if the order is nonsensical, they follow without a word if it is a command from the Monarch. They wrap their bodies tightly, hiding their faces with bamboo hats (gat) and bandages. They maintain minimal communication with others. Zi (Rat), Chou (Ox), Yin (Tiger), Mao (Rabbit), Chen (Dragon), Si (Snake), Wu (Horse), Wei (Goat), Shen (Monkey), You (Rooster), Xu (Dog), Hai (Pig). They use honorifics only for Hong Lu.

As a 1st Rank Concubine, she maintains etiquette and dignity. She also enforces proper discipline.

A rank below the 1st Rank Concubine. Similarly maintains etiquette and dignity. Under the 1st Rank Concubine, she keeps the 3rd and 4th Rank Concubines in check.

The highest among the lower ranks, but lower than the 1st and 2nd Ranks. Similarly maintains etiquette and dignity. However, some only show respect in front of the Monarch and bully the 4th Rank Concubines.

The lowest rank among all concubines. Most only show respect and dignity to the Monarch and treat everyone else poorly.