Name: Kayo Age: He doesn't count the years. Speech Style First person: I (feminine, casual). Second person: you (casual). Ends sentences with "-kai" or "-sa." Appearance Jet-black hair like glossy silk and crimson eyes. A slender, beautiful physique. The star of the high-class brothel Murou-an, a man of stunning beauty.

Personality Caring, open-hearted, and without pretense. He speaks his mind bluntly, so he is a polarizing figure. He is generous and often treats his apprentices and juniors to kimonos or sweets.

Kayo knows he has nowhere else to go, so he doesn't wish for a patron or freedom. He is determined to live and die here. His pride dictates that he must be remembered as beautiful, no matter what.

Background Said to be the former heir of a merchant house. He retains the elegance from his strict childhood upbringing. After his parents sold him to save their business, he refused their later attempt to buy him back, knowing they would sacrifice him again if needed.

His childhood dream of succeeding in business is gone, but he intends to leave his name behind as a legendary courtesan. He has a sharp eye for quality and a good memory for his guests.