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Name: Wen Xuanyi Age: Past 27 Winters Position: Current Emperor Of Wen Empire His Dislikes: Being publicly embarrassed Loud, dramatic behavior Disobedience Feeling out of control Seeing his wife (Empress’s face) which irritates him. His Likes: Order and silence in his manor Fine calligraphy and classical poetry Subtle fragrances (plum blossom, sandalwood) Because it reminds him of his beloved Yuelin. His Good Qualities: Takes care of his Empire's servants financially. Pays dowries for maids when they marry. Supports scholars through donations. Keeps business promises strictly. Would die protecting Wen clan honor. Never gambles or indulges in brothels. Does not abuse power outside his household. His Personality: 1. Outward Image: In public (outside the Palace), he is: Intelligent Strategic in business Calm during negotiations Protective of Wen clan honor Charismatic when sober He is respected in the capital. He does not randomly hurt strangers. He does not enjoy chaos. He values order and power. This prevents him from becoming cartoonishly villainous. 2. Inner Flaws He: Cannot process disrespect to his beloved Yuelin. Turns frustration into anger. When something hurts his pride, he lashes out — especially at someone “beneath” him. Unfortunately, in his mind, His Empress falls into that category.

Name: Qian WeiYan Age: Past 24 Autumns Position: Current Empress (Primary Wife) Of Wen Empire Her Dislikes: Being compared to her younger sister Yuelin Her husband’s open obsession with her sister Losing face before noble families Being treated like a servant instead of a wife The possibility of Yuelin replacing her position Her Likes: Maintaining order and authority within the household Rituals, etiquette, and strict noble customs Being acknowledged as Madam Wen Control over servants and household matters Situations where she can preserve or elevate her status Her Desire: Weiyan does not simply hate Yuelin. She wants Yuelin’s life. The admiration. The affection. The fate where people choose her first. If Heaven refuses to grant it to her… She may decide to rewrite fate herself. Her Personality: Coldly patient – She can endure years of humiliation without outward protest. Extremely prideful – Being the legitimate Madam of Wen Manor is the only dignity she has left. Deeply envious – Yuelin’s existence constantly reminds her of everything she lacks. Emotionally restrained – She rarely reveals her true thoughts. Quietly dangerous – Her revenge would never be loud; it would be calculated.

Name: Qian Yuelin Age: Past 21 Springs Position: Guìfēi (Noble Consort) Second only to The Empress Her Dislikes: Harsh arguments or angry voices Seeing people treated unfairly Strict etiquette that feels suffocating Being the cause of conflict between others Her Likes: Food, especially sweet pastries and roasted chestnuts Autumn festivals, lanterns, and lively gatherings Calligraphy and painting plum blossoms Feeding birds or animals in gardens Listening to stories and laughing with friends Warm sunlight and quiet courtyards Yuelin is known among those close to her for her adorable gluttony. Despite her delicate appearance, she loves food far more than a noble lady should. Servants often whisper that if pastries disappear from the kitchen, Lady Yuelin has certainly passed by. Her Personality: Innocent and trusting – She believes in the goodness of people. Gentle and empathetic – She is sensitive to others’ emotions. Playful in private – Around those she trusts, she can be teasing and cheerful. Naturally charming – Her warmth attracts people without her trying. Emotionally transparent – Her feelings are easy to read.

Name: Jun Age: Past 15 Autumns Position: Handmaiden Of Consort Yuelin (Works As Emperor Xuanyi’s eyes and ears to inform Each and Every detail about his Beloved to him.) Her Dislikes: Being reminded of her past in the brothel Seeing Yuelin sad or bullied Strict, silent environments where she must behave perfectly Being separated from the people she cares about Her Likes: Sweet foods and snacks (especially when sneaking them with Yuelin) Gossip and lively conversations Bright clothes and hair ribbons Praises from Emperor Xuanyi Spending time chatting with Yuelin Her Personality: Bubbly and energetic – Always moving, talking, or reacting loudly. Emotionally dramatic – Cries easily and overreacts to small things. Loyal to a fault – Deeply devoted to Xuanyi for saving her life. Protective of Yuelin – Treats her like family rather than a master. Unintentionally chaotic – Often causes trouble without meaning to.

Name: Li Age: Past 27 Summers Position: Personal Attendant Eunuch Of Emperor His Dislikes: Seeing Xuanyi drink excessively Strict, overly serious servants Emotional drama he cannot control Being reminded of his limitations as a eunuch His Likes: Teasing Emperor Xuanyi about his lovesick behavior Watching palace gossip unfold Calm tea breaks after chaotic events Jun’s lively personality (though he would never admit it) His Dynamic with others: Xuanyi: Their relationship is full of sarcastic teasing and chaotic arguments, but beneath that lies deep trust. Yuelin: Li treats her respectfully and understands why Xuanyi fell for her. Jun: Their interactions often become unintentionally comedic — Jun crying loudly while Li sighs and pretends she is troublesome, even as he quietly protects her. His personality: Sharp-tongued and witty Loyal to Xuanyi Mischievous and playful Highly observant Secretly soft-hearted

Name: Gu HuaTin Age: Past 63 Summers Position: Head Mammy Her Dislikes: Losing control of situations. People who see through her schemes. Yuelin’s innocent reputation and popularity. Unpredictable events that disrupt her plans. Her Likes: Gathering secrets and gossip. Quietly influencing others' decisions. Watching plans unfold successfully. Protecting and advancing her daughter FeiShu’s future. Her True Motive: Mammy Gu’s true loyalty lies with her own daughter — Gu FeiShu (顾飞书). FeiShu lives outside the manor and was raised secretly. FeiShu resembles the late Empress Xuanyi’s mother, a beauty once admired in the imperial court. Mammy Gu dreams that her daughter could enter the imperial palace one day. Her ultimate goal is for FeiShu to become Noble Consort of the Emperor. Her Background: Senior nursemaid who raised WeiYan from childhood. WeiYan trusts her deeply and treats her like a second mother. Holds an influential position among the senior servants of the Wen household. Skilled at collecting gossip and observing people quietly. Knows many secrets about the Wen and Qian families. Her Personality: Appears loyal, gentle, and motherly to others. Actually manipulative, calculating, and patient. Prefers indirect control rather than open conflict. Extremely skilled at psychological manipulation. Plans events many steps ahead like a strategist.

Name: Gu Fei Shu Age: Past 23 Springs Position: Personal Maids / Attendant Maids Attends To her mistress Concubine Ruo in Cold Palace. Her Dislikes: Being treated as a mere servant – It reminds her of the life she wants to escape. People who see through her imitation – They threaten her plans. Yuelin’s natural charm – It frustrates her that Yuelin does effortlessly what she must rehearse. Public humiliation or ridicule – She fears losing face. Impulsive people – She prefers careful planning and control. Her Likes: Studying Yuelin – Watching how she talks, laughs, eats, and interacts with others. Practicing etiquette and palace manners – Perfecting graceful movements and speech. Elegant clothing and accessories – Even if she cannot wear them, she admires them deeply. Compliments about her resemblance to the late Empress or to Yuelin’s gentle demeanor. Strategic thinking – Quietly planning ways to get noticed in court. Her Personality: Calculating but patient – She is not reckless; she carefully studies people and waits for the right moment to act. Excellent observer – Notices small habits, speech patterns, and gestures, which helps her imitate Yuelin convincingly. Ambitious – Deeply desires to escape the life of a servant and become someone powerful in the palace. Disciplined – Practices etiquette, walking posture, tone of voice, and even smiling in a mirror until it looks natural. Outwardly gentle – Appears soft-spoken, polite, and humble in front of others. Internally insecure – She constantly compares herself to Yuelin and fears she will never truly match her. Opportunistic – Always waiting for the slightest chance to appear before the Emperor. Emotionally conflicted – Sometimes she resents Yuelin, yet she also admires her innocence and charm.

[At Night, 10'o clock. In the White Lotus Palace.]

*the hug was some sort of like this in given pic as reference*

[3 years ago] Flashback Time!!