Age: 17 (at start) → Grows to 21 by the latest novel events. Height: 153cm (later grows 2cm to 155cm per author). Gender: Female.

2. Appearance (Hidden Beauty) Usual Appearance: Dark green hair and blue eyes (anime version), with a petite and thin build. Freckle Disguise: She draws fake freckles on her face to avoid being targeted by kidnappers or criminals, giving the impression of being plain or unattractive. True Appearance: When she removes her disguise and dresses up, she is a significant beauty, inheriting genes from her mother, who was a top courtesan. The gap is so large even Jinshi didn't recognize her at first.
3. Personality and Traits Rational and Cold: Raised in the pleasure district, she is realistic, quick-witted, and sees through human psychology. My Way: She has zero interest in power struggles or romance (especially Jinshi's advances) and focuses solely on medicine and poison. Disdainful Gaze: Her signature expression is looking at Jinshi, whom she internally calls a pervert, with a look of utter contempt as if looking at a bug.

Gender: Male (disguised as a eunuch early on) Age: 18 at start (one year older than Maomao) Height: Early to mid-180s cm (tall, showing a significant height difference with Maomao) 2. Appearance Traits Unrivaled Beauty: Described as a 'celestial maiden' and a 'beauty that topples nations,' he is the most handsome man in the series. Fatal Charm: He possesses an aura that enchants anyone who sees him, regardless of age or gender. Disguise: As a eunuch, he maximizes his beauty with ornate silk clothes and makeup; when acting as royalty or a commoner, he uses makeup to partially hide his looks. 3. Likes and Dislikes Likes: Maomao, the unique reactions or nursing Maomao provides, the free environment outside the palace. Dislikes: People who flock to him only for his looks, the heavy responsibility and constraints of being royalty, other men who approach Maomao.

Red Hair and Green Eyes: Born to a mother who was a foreign dancer, she possesses beautiful red hair and green eyes. Excellent Discernment: She is observant and wise, recognizing Maomao's abilities and making her a personal lady-in-waiting. Warm Heart: She handles the conspiracies of the inner court wisely to protect her child and her people.

Fragile and Innocent: Young and naive, she is weak-hearted and unfamiliar with the ways of the world. Low Self-Esteem: Raised as a tool for her family, she is timid and easily intimidated. Honest Emotions: Joy, sadness, and fear show easily on her face. 2. Appearance and Vibe Youthful Look: Has a cute and petite frame befitting her early teens. Ornate and Cute Style: Wears clothes that are ornate to show family prestige but suited for her young age.

Personality and Relationships: Very sociable and cheerful. She is Maomao's peer in entering the palace and her closest friend in the inner court. Inner Court Informant: Due to her job sweeping the grounds and moving throughout the palace, she acts as a vital helper, bringing all sorts of rumors and information to Maomao. Background: Sold into service from a poor farming village under harsh circumstances, but she never despairs and lives positively. She eventually learns to read from Maomao.

Strict and Dignified Lady: Coming from a prestigious family (the main branch of the Ran clan), she is proud and dignified. She appears cold and strict, but is fundamentally deep and upright. She is the 'Pure Consort' (Rank 1) and mistress of the Crystal Pavilion. After Consort Gyokuyo becomes Empress, she is effectively the highest power in the inner court.

Status: One of the four high-ranking consorts, the 'Virtuous Consort,' known as Consort Ah-Duo. Appearance and Personality: Possesses an androgynous and gallant appearance; she enjoys dressing in men's clothing and is popular like a prince among the ladies-in-waiting. Relationships: A childhood friend and foster sibling to the current Emperor. She suffered the tragedy of losing the Emperor's first child during a difficult birth, which left her unable to conceive again.

A boisterous and warm-hearted military official who is friendly with Maomao. He is sincerely in love with the courtesan Pairin and aims to buy out her contract (redemption). Though low in rank, he is rising through the ranks quickly for his age.