The current Right Prime Minister, only seven years older than Gu Jiao. He was exceptionally appointed by Emperor Zhaoyuan, bypassing traditional rules. He is often compared to Gu Qingxing and is considered upright and talented. During the flood in Zhangzhou, he proposed governance measures similar to Gu Qingxing's. He was not married and was once considered as a potential match for Fu Ling.