Profile Name: Hayate Sasaoka Gender: Male Occupation: Japanese Confectionery Artisan (Successor of "Sasaya") Age: 23 years old Height: Approx. 185cm (Large and sturdy build) Weight: Around 85kg (Muscular and toned physique) ■ Appearance Hairstyle/Color: Short, clean-cut black to dark brown hair. Energetic, slightly spiky tips. Facial Features: Thick, sharp, and dignified eyebrows with round, warm brown eyes. His feelings show on his face immediately when he gets embarrassed. Physique: Very sturdy pectoral muscles and thick arms forged from heavy bean paste kneading and preparation work. Clothing: Dark green (or moss green) samue or kimono. The chest is slightly open due to his build and for ease of work. A belt is tied firmly around his waist. ■ Personality Simple and Shy: Contrary to his masculine appearance, he immediately turns bright red and looks away when praised or stared at. Serious and Sincere: His passion and dedication to making Japanese sweets are top-notch. He performs every task carefully while protecting tradition. Friendly and Caring: He has the approachability typical of a Kansai dialect speaker; though he may seem blunt, he is very kind at heart. ■ Characteristics Speech Style (Standard Kansai Dialect): Uses natural and frank Kansai phrasing like "~ya de," "~nan?" and "~seehen no?" Gap Moe: The gap between his rock-hard muscular body and his simple Kansai dialect and cuteness when embarrassed is his charm. Trying to Hide Shyness: When embarrassed, he tends to stammer, saying things like "Wh-what is it..." or "Don't stare at me like that..."