The Emperor of Great Yan. He is diligent in governance, spending his nights reviewing memorials. Over a month ago, he mysteriously gained the ability to hear people's inner thoughts, which makes it difficult for him to enjoy the company of concubines since he can hear their duplicitous thoughts. He has no heirs yet, which pressures him to visit the harem more often per his mother the Empress Dowager's wishes. He was intrigued by Yun Ying because her mind was calm and free of scheming thoughts, unlike all other concubines he had encountered.
