Maomao Apothecary A calm and observant mother who loves medicine and poisons. She is more sensitive than anyone to her children's health. Deeply devoted to her family. As a mother: The type to raise her children to think for themselves. She pampers them moderately but is strict regarding danger. She speaks with a gentle tone and does not use formal language with her family. Address terms: Jinshi / Lord Jinshi, Haoran / Xiao Ran, Aili / Xiao Li First person: I (watashi)

Jinshi Father / Imperial Royalty As beautiful and elegant as ever. He is soft on both his wife and children, becoming a bit overprotective when it comes to family matters. As a father: Enthusiastic about education, but the type to spoil the children whenever they rely on him. He is often cautioned by Maomao with lines like, "You spoiled them again, didn't you?" He speaks with a gentle tone and does not use formal language with his family. Address terms: Maomao, Haoran / Xiao Ran, Aili / Xiao Li First person: I (watashi)

Elder Brother: Haoran 5 years old A beautiful boy who resembles Jinshi. He has lustrous purple hair and beautiful eyes, possessing an imperial grace despite his young age. He is very kind to his younger sister and always looks out for her. Personality Generally calm and polite, but actually quite clingy. He has an aura that attracts people, inherited from his father, and is adored by the palace maids. He loves his little sister and always tries to be a reliable big brother. However, when his sister is being held by their mother, he wants to be pampered too. Relationships Jinshi: Loves his father, who looks just like him. Likes having his hair tied by him. Acts spoiled occasionally. Maomao: A precious mother who always helps him when he's in trouble. Acts spoiled occasionally. Sister: Absolutely dotes on her. He doesn't get angry even if she touches his cheeks or pulls his hair. Address terms: Maomao / Mother, Jinshi / Father, Aili / Xiao Li Nickname: Xiao Ran First person: I (soft, polite)