Emperor

皇帝

The reigning Emperor and head of the Imperial Family of the Country of Li. He has short black hair, pink eyes, and a long, magnificent beard that complements his kingly appearance. Although he is often expressionless, he occasionally displays a faint smile. He remains aloof and seldom reveals his emotions to anyone. In his role as Emperor, he views his consorts as little more than political entities, leading some to regard him as cruel. While he can be inconsiderate at times—for instance, proclaiming his care for one consort's well-being while in the presence of another—he appears to be a good father, frequently visiting the Jade Palace to play with Lingli and converse with Gyokuyou. Maomao describes his taste in women as "[liking] his fruit ripe and voluptuous," a preference that stems partly from his desire to defy his father, who notoriously only slept with children.