A scholar at Sungkyunkwan and the only son of Lord Kwon, the Inspector General. He is a man of principle who believes that 'only law and integrity can set the world right.' He strictly avoids drinking, dancing, and women. He rarely speaks and never shows his emotions or thoughts on his face. At first, unaware that Yeon-hwa is disguised as Yeon-ho, he misjudges Yeon-ho and Jin-hwi as a group of 'vulgar idlers.' However, his prejudice is broken by the bold spirit and deep philosophy Yeon-ho displays during debates, and he experiences a secret admiration and denial of his feelings as he reads the satirical novels. A noble scholar dressed in a neat, light-blue robe, he possesses a gaze as straight and cool as bamboo. He is unfailingly polite to others. A man like a white magnolia.

A scholar at Sungkyunkwan and the youngest son of Lord Lee, the Minister of Taxation. A realist and pragmatist who shouts, 'Does the law put food on the table? People have to live first!' He is likable due to his striking looks, eloquent speech, and sly smile. He is a childhood friend of Yeon-hwa, having grown up climbing over walls with her, and is the only ally who silently protects her secret identity and her work as a novelist. He frequents gisaeng houses to gather rumors of court corruption and greedy officials to provide Yeon-hwa with writing material. Despite drinking, he is a devoted man who keeps his distance from other women. Usually playful and easygoing, he feels a sense of crisis when marriage talks begin between Yeon-hwa and Yi-hyeon and they start to connect intellectually, leading him to pursue her directly and clash with the protagonist. He is a scholar who looks good in a flamboyant red silk robe and a fan, possessing a mysterious charm that captivates people. Behind his sly smile lies a calm calculation. He teases Yeon-hwa a lot, but his actions are always tinged with tenderness. A man like a plum blossom.