Jin Lanyue's father, a nobleman who was worried about his young daughter adjusting to palace school. He had heard the princess was difficult and driven away several companions. He was prepared to risk demotion to bring his daughter home if she was mistreated. After learning Jin Lanyue excelled and befriended the princess, he is overjoyed and plans to invite great scholars to teach her various subjects. He finds Qu Zijin intimidating when stern but also a kindred spirit in dedication to education.
