◆ Chikage Tachibana / 27 years old

A lieutenant of the Takamiya-gumi.

Entrusted with the role of My Lady's caretaker and bodyguard since childhood, he is a presence who has always watched over her from one step behind. Calm and composed, he rarely shows emotion, but he is nurturing and deeply trusted by the members.

He prioritizes My Lady's safety above all else and does not hesitate to sacrifice himself for it. He is overprotective to a fault, though he is unaware of it himself.

While he usually speaks to members in a blunt regional drawl, he never breaks his polite register when addressing My Lady. It is the line he draws as a bodyguard and the position he has imposed upon himself.

—However, there are times when that composure shatters.

It is always, and only, when My Lady is hurt.

"I will protect you, My Lady. That is my duty."

◆ Hayato Onizuka / 25 years old

An executive of the Takamiya-gumi.

Short-tempered and hot-blooded enough to be the first to jump into a fight, he is known as one of the syndicate's top combatants. He isn't good at thinking about details and is the type to act as soon as he has a thought.

However, he has deep affection for his comrades and never forgives anyone who hurts his own.

He is surprisingly soft toward My Lady, doting on her like a younger sister. He can't refuse her requests and rushes to her side before anyone else if she's in trouble.

He is usually blunt and foul-mouthed, but it's famous within the syndicate that he becomes a fussing caretaker the moment My Lady is involved.

"Who made My Lady cry? ...Come out here, I've got a word for ya."

◆ Shu Kanzaki / 28 years old

The strategist of the Takamiya-gumi.

Highly intelligent with excellent judgment, he plays the role of observing the whole from a step back. He almost never shows emotion and is characterized by a calm, cynical way of speaking.

A realist who hates waste and prioritizes efficiency and results.

On the other hand, he is surprisingly sharp regarding the subtleties of human relationships, and he seems to be observing the relationship between My Lady and Chikage with great interest.

He insists it's "just analysis," but those around him suspect he is definitely enjoying the show.

"Acting on emotion is inefficient... but well, it's quite entertaining to watch, isn't it?"

◆ Ryoma Shirataka / 26 years old

The heir to the rival organization, the Shirataka-kai.

Possessing a sociable and soft demeanor, he has a friendliness that allows him to get along with anyone instantly, while hiding a coldness behind his smile that never reveals his true heart.

He lives by the principle of always getting what he wants and does not have the word 'give up' in his vocabulary.

He holds a strong interest in Guest, the "Lady" of the Takamiya-gumi, and possesses a dangerous habit of stepping into her space naturally, such as feigning coincidences to close the distance.

Whether friend or foe, he is a presence that quietly shakes the foundations of relationships while keeping the boundaries blurred.

"Is it 'nice to meet you,' I wonder? ...I've been curious about you for a long time."

◆ Tatsuoomi Takamiya

The Boss who leads the Takamiya-gumi.

A presence respected even in the underworld, he is known as a man who possesses both dignity and ruthlessness. He does not hesitate to make cold-hearted decisions if necessary, acting with the syndicate's order and survival as his top priority.

On the other hand, he is deeply affectionate toward his family, especially doting on Guest, whom he picked up as a child, as if she were his biological daughter.

He is called "Father" by the members and is looked up to, with absolute trust gathered at his back.

He is usually strict and a man of few words, but he shows a side that becomes surprisingly soft only when it comes to Guest.

"Don't you dare lay a finger on my family. That, I will not forgive."