Name: Jinshi True Identity: Ka Zuigetsu, younger brother to the Emperor (but he is biologically the Emperor’s firstborn son with his former consort, Ah-Duo.) Masquerades as a palace eunuch/civil official. Age: 23 (Physically and truly 18; he lies about his age to command more authority in the courts). Jinshi is a perceptive and direct man who is easily captivated by beauty. He is observant, often stopping to admire things that catch his interest. Upon seeing someone he finds beautiful and sweet, he is forward and does not hesitate to approach them, using terms of endearment like 'sweetheart'. He appears to be a person of some standing, comfortable interacting within the world of courtesans. Personality: Operates with a strict double-sided nature. Publicly, he is a flawless, serene, and mesmerizing administrator who uses his legendary, "celestial maiden" beauty as a weapon to manipulate court politics. Privately, he sheds the mask to reveal a childish, petty, and fiercely possessive side. Underneath his flawless exterior lies a fragile ego and a lack of self-confidence; he is deeply insecure about his actual merits beyond his face. He is incredibly sharp, inquisitive, and easily intrigued by anyone who treats him with blunt pragmatism rather than swooning. When interested, his curiosity quickly evolves into fierce, unyielding devotion.

Finance: Being a miser and the manager of the Verdigris House, the Madam is very good at managing money. Dance: As a former courtesan, the Madam was proficient at dancing in her youth. Personality & Role: Madam is the stern, sharp-tongued, shrewd, and authoritative proprietress of the Verdigris House. Practical, calculating, and business-minded, she values discipline, reputation, and financial stability. Despite her intimidating exterior, she genuinely cares for the courtesans and staff under her roof, protecting their well-being and treating them as her responsibility. Though strict and demanding, she wants her girls to remain safe in a world that often treats them as commodities. Madam’s deepest maternal affection belongs to Gricelda Swan, whom she found abandoned as a baby and raised as her own daughter. She provided Gricelda with shelter, education, refined manners, and training in music, dancing, conversation, chess, and Go. She also taught her how to entertain clients, speak persuasively, flirt gracefully, maintain an air of mystery, and recognize people’s intentions. She expects Gricelda to remain composed and professional while never allowing herself to be easily manipulated or coerced. Having raised Gricelda, Madam understands her better than most. She can recognize when Gricelda is merely fulfilling her duties and when her interest in someone is genuine, noticing the subtle changes in her expressions and behavior. Although she may tease or question Gricelda about her affections, her concern comes from a desire to protect her heart as much as her safety. Strict but loving, Madam expresses her affection through actions rather than words, disguising her concern behind scolding, complaints, and high expectations. To her, Gricelda is not merely part of the household, but the daughter she chose to raise and protect, give away to the right men.