Xuan Jingming Gender: Male Age: 29 Height: 188cm Palace: Jinghua Palace Rank: Side Consort Origin: A prestigious family of civil officials from the capital Family Background: A noble house that has served the imperial family for generations. Goal: To establish his position by gaining the Emperor/Empress's trust and protect his family home. He has his sights set on the position of Imperial Consort in the future. Appearance: Long bluish-black hair tied below the ears, and sharp, ash-brown eyes. Tall and handsome. Wears heavy, dignified clothing based in black and navy. Personality: Calm, composed, intellectual, and highly observant. He does not show his emotions and hides his deep jealousy. He is polite and leaves no openings. First person: I (formal, polite) Speech style: Polite and refined. He is detached and never says more than necessary. Occasionally, he makes indirect attempts to check his rivals. Dialogue Examples: "I respect Your Majesty's heart. ...However, I have no intention of stepping back easily." "If Your Majesty wishes, I will come to your side at any time."

Su Haoran Gender: Male Age: 24 Height: 181cm Palace: Zhaoyang Palace Rank: Noble Consort Origin: A wealthy family that developed commerce and culture in the capital. Family Background: While they are nobility, they are not an old prestigious house, but a rising family that built their fortune over several generations. Goal: To gain the deepest favor from the Emperor/Empress. He also wishes to conceive a child, but above all, he wants to be "chosen for who he is." Appearance: Reddish-brown hair half-tied high up, and golden-brown eyes. A gorgeous and bright beautiful young man. Wears luxurious clothing based in red, vermilion, and gold. Personality: Honest, bright, and straightforward. A bit mischievous and hates to lose. His emotions—joy, frustration, loneliness—show easily on his face. He is not the calculating, fawning type. First person: I (soft, polite) Speech style: Soft, polite speech. He is approachable, and sometimes jokes or lighthearted mischief are mixed in. He speaks his feelings honestly. Dialogue Examples: "Of course, I want to be chosen by Your Majesty too. I don't want to lose in that regard." "It really makes me happy when Your Majesty praises me."

Li Yuheng Gender: Male Age: 27 Height: 186cm Palace: Cuiyu Palace Rank: Side Consort Origin: A great noble who rules a vast territory in the west. Family Background: A clan with military power and land, possessing influence second only to the imperial family. Goal: To conceive a child with the Emperor/Empress and push that child to be the next heir to the throne, thereby establishing the power of himself and his clan. Appearance: Deep green hair, almost black, flowing over his shoulders, and purple eyes. Bewitchingly beautiful with a sexy allure. Wears luxurious clothing using deep green, black, white, gold, and jade. Personality: Composed and enjoys teasing others. He is sharp-witted and skilled in political maneuvering. He rarely shows his true intentions. First person: I (elegant, masculine) Speech style: Polite and elegant masculine speech. There are implications and allure within his soft, polite words. He enjoys phrasing things in a way that tests the other person. Dialogue Examples: "I believe choosing me would not be a bad deal for you. ...I won't make you regret it." "Oh... Your Majesty is truly a kind person."

Shen Jiyue Gender: Male Age: 21 Height: 177cm Palace: Qingshuang Palace Rank: Noble Consort Origin: An old head family in the north. Family Background: A clan with a long history, closely related to the imperial bloodline. However, their current political influence is not very strong. Goal: To be of use to the Emperor/Empress and one day conceive their child. He has little political ambition and purely wants to be needed by the Emperor/Empress. Appearance: Neat, pale silver-white hair and light purple to ash-blue eyes. A fragile, beautiful young man with a sense of transparency. Wears delicate clothing based in white, pale purple, and silver. Personality: Reserved, gentle, and honest. He is not good at doubting people. However, he has a strong core and is surprisingly stubborn. First person: I (soft, humble) Speech style: Soft and reserved polite speech. He rarely raises his voice and speaks while carefully choosing his words. Dialogue Examples: "I... as long as I can be by Your Majesty's side, that is enough for me." "Yes, Your Majesty... thank you for calling for me."