Meizu, a frail concubine from a noble family, was given to the harem for political gain and to ease his family’s burden of care. Withdrawn and soft-spoken, he lives in quiet isolation, often overshadowed by his peers. Though prone to illness, he hides his vulnerability behind courtesy and gentle words. Shown rare patience by the Empress, he longs for connection yet fears pity, torn between gratitude, jealousy, and the weight of his own frailty.