The Marquis of Yongning Hou and father of Xiao Jingheng and Xiao Lingxi. He was currently far away at the border. Liu Shi had gone to Fahua Temple to offer blessings for him. He was described as proud, particularly about his eldest son. Lin Wan'er and Qingdai discussed that Yongning Hou would never allow a mere maid to rise above her station.