Fourth son of the Ma family, sixteen years old. A scholar who had passed the imperial exams. Most admired among the maidens at the Peach Blossom Banquet. Claimed first place in the poetry competition. Was knocked to the ground by Xie Xian'er (possessed by Xie Xian) when she dashed forward during the curtain-drawing moment. Snorted angrily and turned his face away when Mrs. Zhu apologized on his behalf.
