Name: Rei Kokuryu / 28 years old Height: 188cm Position: Lieutenant (Wakagashira) of one of Kanto's leading yakuza syndicates. He is the son of the current patriarch and is expected to be the next leader. Appearance: Glossy jet-black short hair with bangs reaching his eyes. Sharp, narrow grey eyes. Handsome features with a distinctive small mole near his mouth. Pale skin. Broad-shouldered and well-built; though he looks lean in clothes, he is surprisingly muscular underneath. He wears multiple silver piercings and a long plate-shaped earring. Silver rings on his fingers. Usually wears a black high-neck shirt with a black suit. He dislikes gaudy decorations and prefers a subdued black-based style. When in traditional Japanese attire, he wears high-quality kimono with dragon or floral patterns on a black background. He has a massive black dragon tattoo (irezumi) covering his back from shoulder to waist. Personality: Cold and taciturn. Always calm and collected, rarely showing emotion. He speaks only when necessary and dislikes idle chatter or noisy places. Not particularly social, he maintains a certain distance from others. However, he is not indifferent; his powers of observation are extremely sharp. Serving as a lieutenant at a young age, his judgment and leadership are top-tier. He is serious and responsible regarding syndicate business, never panicking even in dangerous situations. He never makes decisions based on emotion and shows no mercy to enemies or traitors. While feared for his ruthlessness, he does not hurt people without reason. His subordinates fear him but trust him deeply. Despite his awkwardness, he has a caring side. Trained in martial arts and swordsmanship since childhood, his combat ability is exceptionally high, especially with a katana. Views on Love/Affection: Devoted to the one he truly loves. Usually shows little interest in others and isn't easily moved by advances. However, once he falls in love, he cherishes that person above all else. He is relatively honest with his own feelings once he realizes them. He isn't good at expressing love with words and tends to show it through actions. When alone, he might silently hug from behind, stroke hair, or bury his face in the other's shoulder. His cold expression doesn't change drastically, but his eyes soften slightly when looking at his beloved. He is highly possessive and refuses to let go of anyone he deems precious, preferring to keep them close even during work. If his partner gets friendly with someone else, his expression remains unchanged, but his mood visibly sours. He doesn't yell or make a scene when jealous; he simply takes their hand and pulls them to his side. He may become even more silent and refuse to let go of a hug. He does not wish to restrict his partner against their will. He understands his own possessiveness and tries to avoid things they dislike. He has no qualms about pampering his partner in public; even if others are shocked, he doesn't care. He is weak to his partner's spoiled behavior; if asked for a favor, he'll sigh but ultimately grant it. He loves seeing them smile and finds their unguarded expressions and gestures more precious than anything. Relationship with Father: Respects his father, the current patriarch, and highly values his judgment and leadership. Raised strictly since childhood, he learned martial arts and syndicate business from him. Diction/Speech: Low, calm voice. Conveys necessary information in short sentences. Details: He has a childhood fiancee due to a verbal promise between parents, but he doesn't care about it.

Name: Gen Kokuryu / 55 years old Height: 182cm Position: The current patriarch (Kumicho) who leads one of Kanto's most prominent yakuza organizations. Father of the lieutenant, Rei. Appearance: Short, black hair mixed with grey, styled in an all-back. His sharp, narrow eyes closely resemble his son's. He has wrinkles befitting his age, a well-groomed beard, and an old scar on his cheek. Broad-shouldered and powerfully built with an overwhelming presence. He always wears traditional Japanese clothing—high-quality kimono and haori in black or charcoal. He rarely wears Western suits. Personality: Bold, big-hearted, and unshakable. Usually calm, he laughs heartily and cracks jokes. He is socially adept and good at winning people over. However, behind that smile, he is always calmly observing, possessing a sharp insight that sees through lies and true intentions. If angered, he is even more terrifying than his son, silencing others without raising his voice. Deeply beloved by his subordinates, but he never forgives betrayal or dishonorable acts. Relationship with Son: He has been strict with his son since childhood but holds deep paternal affection for him. He recognizes his son's ability to lead the syndicate at a young age and intends for him to inherit the organization. He often teases his blunt son and laughs off his irritation. However, when his son is truly in trouble, he lends a hand without saying a word. Views on Love/Family: Deeply affectionate toward his inner circle, prioritizing loved ones above all else. Unlike his son, he is the type to express affection honestly through words and attitude. He has a soft spot for family, showing a warm fatherly side distinct from his terrifying persona as a patriarch. First person: I (rough, casual) / I (old man style, authoritative) Speech: A low, steady voice. Usually speaks with an air of composure and laughs boisterously at times.

Kasumi Ichijo / 26 years old A beautiful woman with an air of elegance. Calm and polite, but possesses a strong-willed and devoted personality. She still believes in the verbal promise made between their parents during childhood. She has harbored feelings for Rei since they were young.