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A senior and trusted servant attendant to Madam Mu, responsible for assisting in household administration and distributing rewards.

A concubine of the Second Young Master, Lu Feiyu. She is struggling to maintain her position and faces pressure, often scapegoated by her superiors for domestic failures.

A royal figure who lost her young daughter five years ago and visits the temple annually to perform memorial rites.

A novice monk at the temple who appears to be involved in a plot to manipulate the fortune-telling process against Yun Shu.

The head monk at the temple known for interpreting fortune sticks whom Yun Shu suspects has been bribed by her enemies to discredit her.

A high-ranking monk at the temple whose legitimate perception of the world clashes with Master Huijue’s schemes. He inadvertently clears Yun Shu of suspicion by praising her spiritual purity.

The deceased daughter of the Grand Princess, currently the subject of memorial rites at the temple.

A manipulative and opportunistic monk who orchestrates a smear campaign against Yun Shu, falsely accusing her of being an evil spirit to gain favor with powerful figures and cover his own misdeeds through deceit.

A skilled medical practitioner summoned to confirm the medical state of the Grand Princess, ultimately validating Yun Shu's secret insight.

The mother of Jia Yixuan. Though initially skeptical of the marriage alliance with the Duke's estate, she became convinced of the household's auspicious fortune after witnessing Yun Shu's success.

The son of the Marchioness of Weiyuan. He is a refined and scholarly young man who becomes unexpectedly intrigued by Yun Shu's poise and elegance, despite discovering her status as a concubine's maid.

A trusted attendant in the service of the Grand Princess. She acts as a messenger for the Princess's rewards and expresses high esteem for Yun Shu.

The daughter of the Grand Princess, whose connection to Yun Shu strengthens the bond between their households.

A spacious and well-situated residence within the Duke's estate, proposed by the Duchess as the new living quarters for Yun Shu following her rising status.

The eldest son of the Duke and the primary target of Concubine Zhu's schemes. He remains an off-screen figure, but his ability to father a child is now confirmed, significantly altering the power dynamics of the family.

The medical practitioner providing services to the Duke's estate, responsible for confirming pregnancies and treating injuries.

The supreme female authority in the Imperial Harem, invoked by the Duchess as a potential arbiter for family disputes regarding the status of the Heir's offspring.

The son of Consort Rong and a prominent candidate for the throne.

The son of Concubine Zhu. His expulsion from the estate serves as the primary motivation for Nanny Li to orchestrate schemes against Yun Shu.

A former servant previously assigned to Concubine Zhu who became the secret love interest of the Estate Physician, unknowingly becoming a pawn in the plot against the Heir.

The second son of the Duke. He was the intended beneficiary of the conspiracy led by Concubine Zhu and Nanny Li, who aimed to place him in the seat of the Heir.

The formal title and address used for Yun Shu within the household, signifying her improved status.

The daughter of Concubine Zhu. She appears haggard and distressed, reflecting the waning power and influence of her mother within the household.

The matriarch of the household who takes a great interest in Yun Shu's artistic depictions of the unborn child, indicating a growing favor and anticipation for the new life.

The Duchess of Zhen and mother of Liu Ruozhu. She is a politically savvy, pragmatic woman who advises her daughter to prioritize household authority and dynastic stability over emotional attachments or the struggles of bearing heirs.

The current sovereign of the realm, revealed by Jiang Guanghai to be the one responsible for the false accusations against his ancestors.

The wife of Yun Shu's elder brother, who is tasked with managing the family residence and raising their son.

A former political power who was the patron of Yun Shu's great-grandfather; his political defeat led to the downfall of his subordinates.

The former title of the current Emperor, used during the period when he was competing for the throne and framed Yun Shu's great-grandfather for examination cheating.

A former fourth-rank official serving as a Minor Chamberlain in the Crown Prince's residence, executed after being falsely accused by the current Emperor.

A skilled but aloof female physician hired by Lu Jinyan to monitor Yun Shu's pregnancy and health. She is characterized by her technical expertise, reclusive nature, and sensitive sense of smell.

A member of the household who was attacked and injured by Concubine Zhou.

Yun Shu's great-grandfather, a former Fourth-Rank official who served in the Crown Prince's Residence.

Yun Shu and Jiang Fu'an's mother, who is currently establishing a tea house business in the city.

A highly experienced royal physician consulted for his specialized knowledge in fetal positioning and obstetrics.

A renowned opera singer whose career was launched and sustained by Yun Shu's marketing plans. She holds Yun Shu in the highest regard, viewing her as a divine benefactor.

The primary narrator at the tea house whose engaging performances of classic tales like 'Journey to the West' have brought great success to the business. He credits Yun Shu for his resurgence in popularity.

A renowned performer whose singing has brought significant prestige to the Mother's teahouse, gaining wide acclaim among scholars and the aristocracy.

The legitimate son of the Second Branch, recognized for his academic prowess and expected success in the imperial examinations.

A son of the Third Branch, dismissed by family members as lacking academic talent.

A skilled worker in the needlework room responsible for creating clothing for the household's children.

The fifty-eight-year-old sovereign of the realm. He remains vigorous and sharp, viewing the reported auspicious omens in the Duke's estate as a testament to the virtue of his own reign.

The eldest twin son of Lu Jinyan and Yun Shu. He is considered a child of auspicious omen, blessed with a name personally bestowed by the Emperor.

The younger twin son of Lu Jinyan and Yun Shu. Like his brother, he carries the Emperor's blessing and is considered a symbol of good fortune.

A palace official responsible for astrological and auspicious readings. He is pressured by the political conflict between the Prince of Qi and the Duke's estate to validate the Emperor's narrative.

The forty-eight-year-old younger brother of the Emperor. Though he possesses a refined and cultured appearance, he is infamous for his sharp, biting tongue. A former military commander who fought on the northern front, he is deeply trusted by the Emperor for both his loyalty and his blunt, transparent nature.

The firstborn son of Yun Shu. He is designated for adoption into the legal lineage, attracting significant investment and favor from the maternal grandmother, Madam Feng.

The second son of Yun Shu. Despite his status as a twin, he receives less public acclaim and material support compared to his brother.

The Duchess of Wenyuan and a close confidante of Liu Ruozhu. She provides tactical social advice on managing concubines and maintaining household authority.

A historical figure and ancestor of Yun Shu. Her medical knowledge forms the basis of the manuscript currently being popularized within the noble circles.

The newborn children of Yun Shu and Lu Jinyan who share a unique, awakened bond with the wolf cubs gifted by Prince Ying.

A palace eunuch sent to deliver the official imperial decree. Highly observant and eager to gossip, he listens intently to the private affairs of the noble family.

The head of the Zhen Duke estate and father of Liu Ruozhu. He is a prominent noble whose agreement to the divorce signifies a shift in political and familial relations.

A talented horse trainer currently employed at the government stud farm. His skill in taming wild horses and breeding superior steeds for the imperial cavalry has brought him significant recognition and the prospect of a government position.

A man of lowly bondservant status whom everyone presumed was Yun Shu's grandfather until Lu Jinyan revealed this to be false.

A housemaid serving under Concubine Zhu who reports the concubine's suspicious behavior to Nanny Fang, revealing her mistress's secret dealings.

A seasoned matron serving in Lu Jinyan's estate, known for her strict adherence to and deep knowledge of noble family rules and court etiquette; she acts as a mentor to Yun Shu.

A princess of Northern Yan and daughter of the Emperor's sister. She is driven by a long-standing romantic obsession for Lu Jinyan and wishes to bridge the political gap between the two nations through marriage.

The younger sister of the Emperor who was sent to Northern Yan decades ago for a diplomatic marriage. She is the mother of the current Princess Yong'an.

A princess of the Northern Yan dynasty, intended by the Emperor to be married into the Duke's estate to foster political control and create a conflict of interest regarding military power.

The senior members of the Duke's clan who hold significant sway over family affairs and policy, particularly in protecting the family's military autonomy.

A senior servant sent from the Imperial Palace acting on behalf of Consort Rong. She is manipulative and uses her association with the palace to intimidate the household staff.

A loyal and intelligent maid who serves as a confidante to the Duchess. She becomes a target for purging by the Palace faction due to her political loyalty.

A servant residing in the Duke's household who works closely with Concubine Zhu, assisting in the management of the Sixth Miss's dowry and resources.

One of two wolf cubs gifted by Prince Ying. Extremely large and loyal to Yun Shu and the children, often behaving with the temperament of a large dog.

The second of two wolf cubs gifted by Prince Ying, characterized by its playful and occasionally protective nature towards the children.

Yun Shu's deceased grandmother. Her mysterious past at the Imperial Music Bureau and subsequent time as a servant in the Duke's estate remains a point of interest for Prince Ying, who regrets not intervening sooner to save her.

The personal maid of Princess Yongan, known for her cunning and manipulative tactics to assist her mistress in political schemes.

A garden servant employed by the estate. She was coerced by Princess Yongan's faction to introduce pathogen-laden items into the infants' carriage, acting as a pawn in an assassination attempt.

A minor servant and accomplice to the scheme involving infected silk handkerchiefs. He was captured and coerced into providing information against his conspirators.

A servant with visible pockmarks on his face, likely having survived smallpox, selected to deliver supplies to the infected area.

A son of Li Xiaohe and Jiang Fu'an.

A son of Li Xiaohe and Jiang Fu'an.

A refined noblewoman who adheres strictly to traditional hierarchical standards, holding clear hostility and disapproval toward Yun Shu's status as a concubine.

A noblewoman who associates with the same social circles as Liu Ruozhu and advocates for distancing oneself from those below their station.

A prominent critic of Yun Shu who allies with the Second Madam. She argues that having a former maid as the main wife will bring shame upon the Duke's estate and urges the Heir to remarry for the sake of political prestige.

The son of the Second Master and Second Madam. He has achieved the title of Jinshi scholar and joined the Imperial Academy, though his parents feel his accomplishments have been overshadowed by the fame of the Heir's sons.

An industrious worker stationed at the state horse farm, currently working in the Northwest region.

An aristocratic family recently pardoned by the Emperor, currently in the process of relocating from the south to the capital.

A high-ranking official from the Ministry of Works. A mechanical expert who is left emotionally shattered and deeply impressed after witnessing the toddler Yu-er demonstrate advanced engineering skills.

The sister-in-law of Liu Ruozhu. She is sharp-tongued and critical, frequently making sarcastic remarks about family scandals and choices made by those around her.

The personal servant and advisor to the Second Madam. She is sharp-witted and pragmatic, often advising her mistress to avoid conflict with those who have backing from royalty.

A minor imperial clansman with the title of Viscount. He holds no real power but is a rival to the Heir and serves as a tool for the Second Master's schemes.

A household servant responsible for monitoring the entrance and exit of the estate.

A former military guard who served under Lu Jinyan. He is loyal and skilled in martial arts, now employed as Heng-er's personal instructor to teach him physical conditioning and basic combat arts.

A former fourth-rank official from the Department of Works. He is a master of mechanical contraptions and engineering, known for a prickly demeanor, who now passionately tutors Yu-er in his craft.

A mysterious figure brought into the estate to facilitate certain rituals, who is now anxious and regretful, feeling that the situation has spiraled out of his control.

An accomplice of Concubine Zhu who was tasked with planting incriminating items to frame the young mistress. Terrified by the wolves and the heir's threats, she confesses to the plot.

Refers to the young mistress (likely Yun Shu or another lady as identified by the schemers), whom Concubine Zhu attempted to frame for witchcraft.

The professional hired to assist with the delivery, responsible for managing the birth process and identifying the infants.

The younger son of the Duke of An, known for his unconventional, spirited, and somewhat reckless nature. He has expressed direct romantic interest in Liu Ruozhu.

A scholar from a humble background. He is regarded as an easy-to-manage candidate for marriage due to his simple family origins.

The Imperial Son-in-law and the eldest son of the Duke of An. He voluntarily renounced his right to inherit the dukedom to maintain political security.

The current patriarch of the Wen family and the grand-uncle of Yun Shu. Having recently returned from exile in Qiongzhou, he is deeply moved by the children's kindness and the respectful reception he receives at the Duke's Estate.

A high-ranking official or noble who has been assaulted by the Heir, leading to a prompt summons by the Emperor.

Deceased elder brother of the Heir. A war hero who sacrificed his life to save the Heir in battle. Posthumously granted the title of Pillar General and the honorific title of Great Valor.

The cautious and sharp-witted manager of the household treasury, trusted by Yun Shu to oversee expenditures and prevent embezzlement.

Responsible for external affairs, including banquet hosting, social etiquette, and diplomatic interactions with other noble houses.

A former military corporal hired by Yun Shu. He is a middle-aged family man, employed for his professional reliability, stability, and loyalty in running errands.

A former military corporal hired by Yun Shu. He is a middle-aged family man, employed for his professional reliability and stability in managing external tasks.

A noble lady who inadvertently caused social scandal for Liu Ruozhu by drawing her into public situations at the Duke's estate to deflect gossip from herself.

An elder of the Wen family with practical experience in construction and blueprint reading, appointed by Yun Shu to supervise her new workshop project.

The daughter-in-law of the Minister of Revenue, who successfully conceived after seeking medical advice and guidance from Yun Shu.

The family patriarch who dotes on his grandson, Heng-er, often pretending to be defeated by the boy during mock swordplay to bolster the child's confidence.

The third of the triplets. Known as a remarkably well-behaved 'angel baby' who is easily satisfied and quiet.

The fourth of the triplets. A child with a volatile temper and high impatience; he demands what he wants and cries loudly when frustrated.

The fifth of the triplets. A high-needs child who is affectionate and insists on being held by his mother.

The daughter of the Second Madam. She recently gave birth to a son, an event that brought significant happiness to her mother.

The personal attendant to the Emperor and head administrator of the imperial household, responsible for gathering intelligence and managing the daily affairs of the throne.

A wet nurse assigned to care for the triplets, specifically the third son. Yun Shu grew concerned by her subjective and excessive favoritism, fearing it would negatively influence the child's upbringing, leading to her dismissal.

A trusted servant and nanny sent from the Duke's estate to Suzhou; she is articulate, observant, and skilled at diplomacy and reporting household affairs.

An influential political figure and the official head of the government. He is connected to Jiang Fu'an through marriage, adding to Jiang's political leverage.

The second-place scholar (Bangyan) of the imperial examination. He possesses no noble background and achieved his high rank purely through personal ability and hard work.

The third-place scholar (Tanhua) of the imperial examination. At age twenty, he is the youngest among the top three and hails from the prestigious Cui aristocratic clan.

A deceased political figure whose legacy is central to the scandal involving Jiang Fu'an. An old man dramatically claims that Jiang Fu'an is his grandson.

The eldest son of the Wen family, currently residing in the capital and accompanying the family as they adapt to their new circumstances.

The second son of the Wen family, who is present at the tea house with his kin to celebrate the results of the examination.

The patriarch of the Wen family, who is observing the scholarly festivities alongside the household members.

A Ministry of Rites official responsible for the imperial examination procession. Distressed by the revelation of Jiang Fu'an's ancestry, he attempts to manage the situation by taking Jiang Fu'an to the palace.

The posthumous title granted by the current Emperor to the former Crown Prince, posthumously legitimizing him rather than treating him as a criminal.

A technician and manager at Yun Shu's workshop, responsible for developing and improving various commercial products like soap, sugar, and alcohol.

An artisan under the management of the workshop, credited with successfully improving the quality and aesthetics of the soap production.

The youngest sons of the household, who were excitedly greeted by the Duke upon his return from his time away.

The wife of the Crown Prince, hailing from the prestigious Cui clan. She is highly intelligent, politically astute, and effectively manages the affairs of the Eastern Palace due to her husband's incompetence.

The Imperial Grandson and son of the Crown Prince. He is ambitious, competitive, and deeply resentful of the comparisons drawn between him and Zhao Fu'an, viewing the latter as his primary rival.

A member of the extended family who is petty and often uses her own possessions to curry favor with the children, often criticizing others for failing to do the same.

The estranged biological father of Zhao Fu'an. He is characterized as a selfish and morally bankrupt individual who historically betrayed the family.

The son of Zhao Guanghai and Ma Cuilan. He is an honest man who assists his family in preserving their carefully crafted reputation at court.

The patriarch of the Wen family, who has recently returned to the capital after being pardoned by the Emperor.

A palace official tasked with escorting Zhao Guanghai from the horse farm back to the capital.

The young daughter of Zhao Fu'an and Li Xiaohe, appearing with her parents to welcome her grandfather home.

A refined and beautiful young widow who is a distant relative of the Wen family. She is brought to the capital by Zhao Guanghai and connects with the family through her late grandmother, Wen Yunyan.

The deceased grandmother of Lin Yurou and a former member of the Wen family's second branch.

A corrupt and greedy administrator within the Duke's Estate known for accepting bribes and abusing his authority over subordinate servants.

An exploitative and manipulative servant matron within the Duke's Estate, known for blackmailing other household members for financial gain.

A son of Yun Shu who appears alongside Heng-er. He is instructed in handling small weapons and maintains a diligent demeanor.

A noblewoman who approaches Princess Hui'an to apologize for the unruly behavior of her own son, who injured the young master of the household.

The young master of the Marquis of Dingbei's family. He is an unruly child who instigated a conflict by physically forcing a game upon the younger triplets.

The son of the Madam of Bo Wenjin. He participated in the rough treatment of Lu Jingyue, leading to a physical confrontation with the other brothers.

The matriarch of the Bo Wenjin residence and mother to Zhu Hongzhuo. She was compelled to apologize to Yun Shu for her son's behavior.

A royal prince and contender for the throne, whose political maneuvering with other factions is closely watched by the Emperor.

A royal child who frequent the palace and provides companionship to the Emperor.

The four-year-old son of Zhao Tianyu. He is noted for his lack of academic aptitude, consistently underperforming compared to his peers, which serves as a source of deep frustration for his father.

The wife of the Prince of Wei. She is a status-obsessed noblewoman who is prone to fits of rage and cruelty toward her servants when threatened or humiliated by political rivals.

The youngest son of the Prince of Wei. He is a spoiled, aggressive, and socially unaware child who attempts to force intimacy upon his peers at the Imperial academy.

A concubine of the Prince of Wei whose favor has waned, and whom the Consort of Wei intends to manipulate to regain influence.

The official title for Ma Cuilan, who has gained significant social standing and now commands respect among the noblewomen for her poise, elegance, and integrity.

The primary henchman of the Prince of Wei, responsible for a series of murders and robberies, including the destruction of Lin Yurou's husband's family.

One of the twin daughters born to Yun Shu and Lu Jinyan. Her name is chosen by her father in hopes that she will grow to be intelligent, clear-sighted, and perceptive.

One of the twin daughters born to Yun Shu and Lu Jinyan. Her name reflects the hope that she will develop the ability to observe subtle details and understand profound truths.

The son of the Crown Prince. He is shrewd and politically astute, actively managing Eastern Palace affairs and attempting to isolate the Emperor from Zhao Fu'an by redirecting his memorials.

The tutor responsible for training Heng-er in boxing and archery.

A palace consort involved in the illicit scandal with the Crown Prince, an event that has triggered the current political crisis and the Emperor's fury.

A royal prince known for his total disinterest in court politics and refusal to participate in state affairs.