The son of the previous Empress and the legitimate eldest son. The emperor spared him from death due to a sworn oath made by the previous Empress before her death. He is described as reckless due to his mother's indulgence, committing small mistakes repeatedly. The emperor is both angry and heartbroken over his behavior. There have been recent attempts on his life as well. Tan Jingchen believes the Crown Prince resents him because the emperor's love shifted after Tan Jingchen was born.
