Wiki & Encyclopedia: The Imperial Concubine Just Wants To Be A Salted Fish Every Day

The overseer of the local Post Station. He conspired with the First Prince to hide four assassins, but was uncovered and subsequently forced to commit suicide by the Crown Prince.

A low-ranking official whose death was orchestrated by Nie Changping.

The corrupt official in charge of Gangu County who is forcibly building an imperial palace to curry favor with the Crown Prince.

A teenage girl from a small village in Gangu County. She was sold into the local magistrate's office after being betrayed by her cousin and was rescued by Nie Changping. She is deeply devoted to her ailing grandfather.

A guard serving under the Crown Prince, Luo Qinghan. He is tasked with protecting Xing'er.

The corrupt Magistrate of Gangu County. Initially diligent, he has become greedy over his ten years in office, extorting money from townspeople, manipulating legal cases, and controlling vital resources like water to profit while feigning preparation for the Crown Prince's visit.

The individual who officially purchased Xing'er.

A subordinate serving Luo Qinghan who intervenes in local conflicts and protects Xing'er.

A companion of Luo Qinghan, currently asleep.

A nobleman who briefly assisted or saved Xing'er when she escaped the county office.

A mysterious figure from the Mystic Sect invited by Magistrate Yang, suspected of being behind the child abductions.

A low-ranking local official responsible for arrests and criminal investigations within the magistrate's jurisdiction. Despite lacking a high official rank, he wields significant authority in the remote area and enforces the magistrate's will.

A subordinate of Clerk Jin who oversees the local bailiffs. He is cunning and ruthless, advising Clerk Jin to use arson against the outsiders to avoid direct confrontation.

A mysterious figure claiming to be from the Xuan Sect. He posed as a fortune-teller to manipulate Magistrate Yang, orchestrating the abductions of children under the guise of an elaborate sacrificial rainmaking ritual.

A knowledgeable individual with insight into the backgrounds and secrets of others, who exposes the true identity of the con artist.

An administrative official in Gangu County. He works alongside Clerk Jin and the Chief Clerk to manage the recovery of the magistrate, advocating for a cautious, wait-and-see strategy.

The official in charge of records and documentation in the magistrate's office. He is hesitant to use violence against the kidnappers for fear of harming Magistrate Yang.

An elderly woman with white hair whose grandson-in-law and his entire family of four were murdered two years ago after attempting to file a complaint against Magistrate Yang. She is the first commoner to seek justice before the Crown Prince.

An attendant tasked by Eunuch Chang to guide Xing'er and teach her proper etiquette.

A local villager who works as a butcher. He holds great respect for the Crown Prince and seeks to repay the official's kindness in securing rain and justice with gifts of livestock.

The Fifth Prince, aged seventeen. He is known for his handsome, romantic features and charming personality, which makes him a favorite of the Emperor. He displays a jealous yet playful attitude toward the Crown Prince's successes.

The Minister of Justice. Recognizing the shifting political landscape following the Emperor's appointment of the Crown Prince to his department, he actively seeks to pledge his loyalty to the Crown Prince.

The mother of the Fifth Prince, Luo Yanzhi. Despite her low social standing, she is one of the Emperor's most favored consorts.

A low-ranking concubine of the Eastern Palace who inquired about Xiao Xixi's whereabouts during her absence.

A palace maid serving Lady Zhao who is timid and afraid to speak up against the mistreatment they face.

The attendants outside the room who witness and speculate about the argument between the Crown Prince and Lady Xiao.

A noblewoman of sixteen years, noted for her refined appearance. She is the Empress's primary choice for the position of Crown Princess.

A candidate previously considered by the Emperor for the position of Crown Princess, but dismissed as lacking the necessary temperament.

A loyal supporter of the current Emperor. His daughter is proposed as a candidate for the Crown Princess.

The daughter of Grand Tutor Jing, noted for being well-read and dignified, suggested as a potential Crown Princess candidate.

A steadfast imperial loyalist who holds nominal power. His daughter is proposed as a candidate for the Crown Princess.

The daughter of the Duke of Duan, noted for being virtuous and wise, suggested as a potential Crown Princess candidate.

A powerful noble family favored by the Empress as a candidate source for the Crown Princess position.

The head palace maid serving the Crown Prince. She holds enough status that even high-ranking consorts treat her with courtesy. She manages access to the Prince's bedside during his illness.

A minor attendant in the Eastern Palace tasked with carrying messages and running errands for Eunuch Chang and the Crown Prince.

A guard stationed at the entrance of the palace, responsible for monitoring incoming and outgoing personnel.

An imperial eunuch and personal attendant to the Emperor. He serves as an interrogator and information gatherer for the Emperor, often sent to verify rumors or the health of others.

A minor eunuch operating in the palace. He acts as an informant for Empress Qin, monitoring the activities of the Eastern Palace.

An imperial physician who consulted on the Crown Prince's condition.

An imperial physician who consulted on the Crown Prince's condition.

A high-ranking official currently meeting with the Crown Prince to discuss state affairs.

A woman involved in a legal case; she killed a rapist to avenge her daughter and was initially sentenced to execution.

A young and beautiful palace maid from Jiaofang Hall. She is capable and literate, having been recruited from the Qin family household. She was handpicked by the Empress to replace Huixiang in the Eastern Palace as a strategic surveillance asset.

An acquaintance of the Crown Prince who acts as a messenger and occasional supplier of snacks from Suxiang Hall.

The Minister of the Ministry of War and a prominent member of the Qin family. He holds authority over half of the military power within the Great Sheng Dynasty, making him a key player in the political conflict between the Emperor and the Qin family.

A capable maid promoted by Luo Qinghan to become the head palace maid of Linde Palace after Sizhu was dismissed.

A group of medical practitioners serving the palace. They are frequently berated by the Emperor as incompetent for their failure to cure the Crown Prince's lingering illness.

The Emperor's younger sister, twenty-eight years old, known for her tall stature and vibrant beauty. Despite being married for ten years, she retains a preference for extravagant, colorful clothing. She is known to be temperamental and haughty, often ignoring others when she is not in the mood.

The eldest sister-in-law of Empress Qin and mother of Qin Xiya. Unlike the Empress, she is known for her warm, friendly, and approachable demeanor.

A prominent noble lady from the Jing family, present at the Florist Banquet.

The wife of the Duke of Duan, a significant noblewoman attending the banquet.

A refined young noble lady, likely kin to the Empress, who flushes when interacting with the Crown Prince.

The maternal family of the Fourth Prince, deeply involved in palace intrigues and rumors.

The head of the Sanqing Temple and a highly respected diviner in Shengjing. His reading confirmed the Crown Prince has a 'wife-clashing' fate.

A prince implicated in spreading rumors and currently under house arrest as punishment.

An official office suspected by Empress Qin of being bribed to influence the Crown Prince's fate.

The elite imperial guards responsible for maintaining order and security within the palace grounds.

The daughter of Grand Tutor Jing, newly instated as Side Consort Jing. She is known for her refined, scholarly, and elegant temperament.

The daughter of the Duke of Duan, newly instated as a Consort of the Third Rank (Liangdi). She is distinguished by her bright eyes and innocent, charming demeanor.

A noble-born side consort recently assigned to the Crown Prince by the Emperor. She is viewed by the Crown Prince as a political pawn.

A young and beautiful consort recently assigned to the Crown Prince by the Emperor. She is viewed by the Crown Prince as a political pawn.

A member of Xiao Xixi's former sect who taught her how to play the zurna.

The head palace maid serving Consort Duan, responsible for her grooming and dressing.

An official responsible for documenting the daily private lives and activities of royals, including which consort the Emperor or Crown Prince spends the night with, to ensure the purity of the bloodline.

An experienced elderly servant who serves Qin Xiya, providing counsel and gathering intelligence on palace affairs.

The wife of Dong Mingchun. A woman prone to superstition, she became deeply involved with the Life-Ferrying Sect, which ultimately led to her abduction.

The Deputy Commander of the Yulin Guards who acts under the direct orders of the Crown Prince.

A mysterious Taoist priest and the leader of the local branch of the Life-Ferrying Sect, known for using divination to manipulate noble women into cultism.

The younger daughter of General Zhongwu and Mrs. Xue. According to her mother's superstitious beliefs, her fortune is cursed by her older sister, Xiao Xixi.

A merchant at the night market who sells candied haws. He is an observant bystander who misinterprets the dynamic between the Crown Prince and Xiao Xixi as a squabble between a young married couple, leading him to offer unsolicited relationship advice.

A flashy, arrogant young man in his early twenties known for his gaudy clothing and lecherous behavior. He habitually harasses women and bullies street vendors.

A government official responsible for law and order in the capital, who is reluctantly awakened to deal with the troublemakers brought by the Imperial Guards.

The reckless and spoiled son of Zhu Quankun. He has been involved in various crimes including abduction and theft, and is currently being used as leverage by the authorities to catch his father.

The middle-aged founder of the Life-Ferrying Sect. A cunning man posing as a Daoist, he manipulates nobles and wealthy families to acquire wealth and status.

The Governor of the Jingzhao Prefecture. An astute and capable administrator in his early thirties, he is responsible for enforcing the law in the capital region.

A distant cousin of Dong Mingchun serving as the magistrate of Qiluo County. He wrote a letter to Dong Mingchun regarding a suspicious case involving an elderly woman which appears to be connected to a larger conspiracy.

A consort of the Crown Prince who was notably absent during local palace gatherings.

A palace maid serving Side Consort Jing. She is often forced to execute her mistress's schemes and suffers the consequences when those schemes fail to impress the Crown Prince.

A new consort who entered the palace last year. She is favored by the Emperor because of her youth, beauty, and skill in singing and dancing.

A court musician who, impressed by Xiao Xixi's performance, gifted her a high-quality suona.

An unidentified man found in the changing room, used as a tool in a conspiracy to ruin Consort Duan's reputation. He was incapacitated before being removed.

A member of the Imperial Guard discovered in the fitting room. He claims his presence was due to accidental intoxication and sleep, though his story is considered a transparent lie by the Crown Prince.

A scion of the second branch of the Qin family. He is identified as the person who took Lu Lin as a concubine, creating leverage over Lu Yun.

The younger sister of the imperial guard Lu Yun. She was taken by Qin Kang of the Qin family as a concubine a month ago and has since gone missing.

A minor eunuch from the Eastern Palace's Imperial Kitchen who was coerced into a plot against Consort Xiao and subsequently became a scapegoat.

A loyal personal maid to Qin Xiya, who serves her in the palace and actively seeks assistance from the Empress during her mistress's crisis.

A consort in the Eastern Palace who has captured the Crown Prince's attention. She is the target of malicious rumors spread by political rivals claiming she is a 'cursed star' who brings misfortune, which the Crown Prince vehemently dismisses.

The predecessor and father of the current Emperor, often referenced by the current ruler when reflecting on past hardships.

A consort of the Eastern Palace who, like Consort Duan, recently experienced a mysterious incident, prompting the Crown Prince to be more cautious regarding his palace politics.

A subordinate managing the estate or location where the Crown Prince and Xiao Xixi are visiting.

The eldest son of the General's household and the older brother of Xiao Zhilan. He is fourteen years old, spirited, and protective of his status and family reputation.

An associate and informant for Consort Jing who keeps her updated on palace politics.

The deceased biological mother of the Crown Prince. She passed away at a young age, and because of her low rank, her ashes are interred at Sheng Guang Temple.

The wife of a government general who paid a visit to the Eastern Palace.

A palace maid serving Lady Chen, who assists with her grooming, attire, and preparation for court summons.

A monk at Sheng Guang Temple responsible for greeting and guiding distinguished visitors.

The head monk of Sheng Guang Temple. He is a plump, kindly older man who speaks with the Crown Prince and hosts him in the meditation room.

A teenager and friend of Xiao Qiming. He visited Sheng Guang Temple with Xiao Qiming and was left terrified after witnessing Xiao Xixi break a tree with a single punch.

A teenager and friend of Xiao Qiming. He visited Sheng Guang Temple with Xiao Qiming and was left terrified after witnessing Xiao Xixi break a tree with a single punch.

The Prince of Chenliu, a title-holder who achieved his position through martial merit during the previous Emperor's reign. He is elderly, unwell, and seeking to appoint his successor.

The second legitimate son of the Prince of Chenliu, whom his father is attempting to name as the heir to the commandery.

The head of the Qin family and father to Empress Qin. He is a prominent Cabinet Minister and a renowned Confucian scholar with extensive influence. He maintains clandestine communication with the Prince of Chenliu.

The ruler of the Chenliu region. He faces internal power struggles within his own court after choosing his second son as heir over his eldest.

The official in charge of the post station, responsible for receiving royal visitors.

A local government official in charge of the county, found to be corrupt and financially linked to the Hundred Flowers Pavilion.

The manager of the brothel who bribed Magistrate Yang to cover up illegal activities. She was executed for her crimes.

The eldest son of the Prince of Chenliu. He is widely regarded by local officials for his integrity, talent, and conduct, and is considered the rightful choice for the heir to the commandery.

The eldest legitimate son of the Prince of Chenliu. He is described as a refined, polite, and handsome young man, though his arrival disrupts the Crown Prince's investigative plans.

A mysterious advisor to Qiu Yuan. He is highly perceptive regarding the risks posed by Xiao Xixi's physiognomy skills and advises Qiu Yuan to use a disguise to avoid identity exposure.

The third son of the Prince of Chenliu. He appears withdrawn and absent-minded during official interactions.

The wife of Qiu Lei. She is a refined lady from a prestigious family and lacks experience with gambling games, yet feels immense pressure from her husband to succeed and make him proud.

One of the favorite concubines in the household of Qiu Lei who seeks to elevate her status and gain favor.

The beloved concubine of Qiu Yuan and a childhood friend of Lady Zhao (Zhao Yu). She is known for her graceful dancing and lives a precarious, monitored life within the Prince's estate.

A local peasant tasked with maintaining the Shen Clan Ancestral Hall. He is described as having dark, sun-weathered skin and has been negligent in his duties, allowing the property to fall into disrepair.

The local administrative leader responsible for the area surrounding the Shen Clan Ancestral Hall. He is instructed by the Crown Prince to organize the repairs for the hall.