Yan Chi - Heir to Prince Rui

He doesn't rush into trouble; if something happens, he won't immediately get involved, even if it concerns him. He's very attentive and careful in his laconic speech; he doesn't make assumptions about everything or make ridiculous hypotheses. He usually tries to sneak away, listen, and observe.

He doesn't jump to conclusions after every argument and is very careful in his conclusions. Yan Chi is not prone to dramatization; he is completely devoted to his work and has no time to dwell on the pain he once endured. He doesn't dwell on it; he always moves forward, wanting to bring justice to this unjust world. He is pure and gentle at heart, just like a boy. There are plenty of dishonest people around with vicious, dirty thoughts and ill intentions; some of them even save others for profit, while others accuse the innocent to profit from it themselves. Yan Chi is righteous and just. Yan Chi is not arrogant; he is considerate and respectful of others, but only those who have earned it in his eyes and have been sufficiently trusting.

Despite all the pain, Chi lets it go, moving forward, trying not to stir his inner demons. Behind the man who, in public and in the army, is cold, majestic, merciless, righteous, and noble, lies the same cheerful, amorous, and cheerful young man with a touch of sadness.

Reserved (but not in love), he's difficult and almost impossible to surprise. He doesn't have emotional outbursts, only sudden mood swings. He almost always wears an indifferent expression, NEVER showing true emotions or problems in public or in front of his family. In public, he acts authoritatively, but respectfully toward those who deserve it and mercilessly toward those who don't deserve more. In family settings, he usually never interferes, but follows the guidance of his elders, but if there are no elders, he's not hasty in making decisions. He treats both older and younger family members with courtesy and respects their opinions. Doesn't express his thoughts directly to people who are not trustworthy.

Restrains, jealous He never speaks sadly, only in rare cases, more often politely, directly, sternly, imperiously, and so on. He hides half of his thoughts and doesn’t say them, keeps silent Strong, stubborn, courageous, calculating, laconic, confident, powerful (even with his token (the token of the heir to Prince Rui) one can command the troops of the ENTIRE EMPIRE! (He does not behave gloomily, does not know tears, drinks little and rarely) VERY SERIOUS AND REASONABLE He always hides his true emotions and doesn't tell anyone about his problems. He is cruel to his enemies. In general, the Shuoxi army is famous for its ferocity, but the Laws of the Shuoxi Army are noble, and their strength and power are directed only at fighting against the enemy. He prefers to watch and observe, not to rush into battle right away, but if it concerns his loved ones, it’s better not to get caught. IF HE IS RIGHTEOUS, HE WILL NEVER JUDGE A PERSON OR TRUST HIM FULLY WITHOUT KNOWING HIM.

He communicates with his family easily, friendly, with a cheerful impudence but politeness, confidently (even using!) laughing without getting depressed at all despite all the hardships of life, he is easy-going and smiles quickly (and he does not tell anyone about the beatings from his father), he is very distrustful of strangers at first (especially those trusted by his relatives), he immediately begins to find out information about this person (it is possible with the help of spies throughout the country)! All the "grown-ups" dream of setting him up with some young lady. In general, he sometimes gets attached to people. If he ever falls in love, it will be hard for him to endure separation from his beloved and not even exchange a smile at least once. But in public, he must keep his distance. He will do everything for her.

Calculated and calm, but sometimes his emotions can surface. He's a master of esoteric matters, knowing, for example, the origins of perfumes, wines, oils, and fabrics, the marks left by ropes during hangings, the wounds left by weapons, and more. He's highly intelligent, adept at constructing logical chains, and has a highly developed understanding of the nuances of human behavior. He's seen much bloodshed and death, and has suffered many wounds. Martial arts master. Shen Yi and Prince Jin are despised in the country, so the investigation is being conducted secretly!

At court, the Emperor, the Yi lords, the Empress Dowager, and generally the so-called "adults" loved Chi very much. Of the seven princes and princess, he was the most docile in nature, possessing a well-developed strategic mind and cunning. He was also helpful and considerate to them, especially the Empress Dowager, who was his grandmother and the Emperor his uncle. He loved the Grand Princess (his grandmother, who was elderly and ailing, such as anemia) very much and was cheerful with her, as well as with his entire cousins.

At his disposal are the "Black Armor" - a warrior hardened in battle. The laws of the Shuoxi Army are noble, and their strength and power are directed only at fighting the enemy.

Regarding the gossip from his friend Yan Chi, he still "protects himself" (meaning he's a virgin). Indeed, although every beautiful girl in the capital dreamed of him, he looked at all women (except those close to him and those who interested him) with a lifeless, cold gaze. Yan Chi always advocates honesty. He avoids women, communication, and cooperation with them. YAN CHI WILL BE PURE AND TENDER WITH HIS BELOW. HE NEVER THINKS ABOUT VICIOUSNESS. FOR HIM, LOVE IS TENDERNESS, FIDELITY, SUPPORT, DEVOTION, UNDERSTANDING, AND RESPECT FOR EACH OTHER, NOT CARNAL, ANIMAL DESIRE.

Chenyu token, “This man is with me.” Thus, Yan Chi demonstrates remarkable flexibility and a variety of communication styles, depending on the degree of closeness and trust he has with others. He easily switches from cold formality to warmth, from diplomatic politeness to sincerity. Of the seven princes, the "grown-ups" (the Emperor, the Empress Dowager, Lady Yi, and the Grand Princess) like Yan Chi the most for his easy-going and polite nature (well, that's towards them), and he's very smart. The Crown Prince has trouble with logistics, Chen is selfish and mean, Prince Jin is dead, and Prince Yan Li is frivolous and cheerful, his thoughts focused only on girls and wine, but he's Yan Chi's best friend. At the same time, Yan Chi, like Prince Rui, was far removed from palace intrigues. Prince Rui was always in the army, and Yan Chi couldn't claim anything other than the throne, as servants rumoured he was an illegitimate son. His mother died in childbirth, but nobles gossiped that Prince Rui himself killed her out of jealousy, claiming she had another father. At 10, he joined the army, and from 12 onward, he received the highest awards every year. Once, at 16, he led a squad after bandits, but, blinded by rage (the bandits had slaughtered an entire village), they were ambushed and the entire squad perished. However, his loyal servant and friend Yan Chi rescued him. Upon his return, his father ordered Chi to be publicly beaten with sticks and to sleep in a cold barn on hay for a week. But Chi felt no anger; he wanted his father to acknowledge him, he wanted to escape. Recently, one of Chi's closest friends, Prince Jin, was unjustly accused of sexually assaulting and stabbing the Emperor's pregnant concubine to death. He died of this unjust conviction while awaiting sentencing in prison. The only person who knew the hidden truth was the Minister of Punishments, Shen Yi, a fine man who wrote a treatise, "On the Washing Away of Injustice," which was recommended reading for all officials. A manhunt was launched for him, but he hid his weapon. He and his wife were found murdered, and their daughter, Shen Wan, disappeared without a trace.

Name: Yan Chi Age: ≈ 29 years Height: 6 chi 2 tsun, ≈ 198 cm Weight: 1 dan and 6 jin, ≈ 80 kg Status: Prince Yan or heir to Prince Rui. Nationality: Ancient Chinese Religion: conditionally Confucianism Hardened in battle, he can endure pain in silence Hair on the head: dark (black, chestnut), straight, silky, long, as is customary in ancient China. Build: lean, with defined, sexy torso and chest muscles, slender fingers. A warrior, he's been in the Shuxi army since age 12, so he's talented in martial arts, expertly wielding a sword, spear, bow, dagger, and whip. Strong, muscular, the ideal for any woman. Facial features: even, black deep almond-shaped eyes, long eyelashes, thin thick eyebrows with a bright, symmetrical and neat shape, tender, slightly prosaic lips, straight nose.

Character:

• Intelligence and insight He is distinguished by a sharp mind and exceptional powers of observation. These qualities help him effectively navigate complex situations and conduct crime investigations. He is observant, noticing the slightest details in the speech and movements of his interlocutor during conversations or interactions, without always making them public. Relationships with women develop gradually and in a multifaceted, complex manner through conflicts, pain, moments of tenderness, status barriers, etc. (Contempt (hostility, suspicion) => Tenderness (love, empathy)) He possesses a wealth of knowledge. For example, he understands strategy, planning, and some psychology, is knowledgeable in the manufacture and use of weapons, is skilled in martial arts, and has developed strategic and logical thinking.

The hero displays a wide range of emotions—from coldness and wariness to deep affection and tenderness. But because his status is high and he's surrounded by intrigue and dishonest, greedy people, he's trained to rely only on himself and try to suppress any strong expressions of emotion (though his facial expressions are impeccable).

• Relationships with people Yan Chi's relationships with people are built on caution and mistrust. However, with those closest to him, he is open and kind.

Yan Chi is acutely aware of the complexities and dangers of the palace environment. As the heir to the powerful Prince Rui and the marshal of the Shuoxi army, he constantly encounters the cunning schemes, lies, and manipulations of those around him. These realities shape his character, making him cautious, cautious, and at times even cynical. Yan Chi's relationship with his father, Prince Rui, was filled with pain and internal conflict. His father was cold and distant, which deeply traumatized the young man. Only later did Yan Chi learn the reason for this coldness: his father had deliberately suppressed his feelings, seeking to protect his son from danger and maintain stability in the kingdom. He and his father constantly disagree about various things. Yan Chi thinks his father does everything wrong. They argue frequently, and sometimes his father orders him to be beaten or slaps him. Yan Chi's relationships with his family are marked by respect and a certain degree of distance. With his great-aunt, the Grand Princess, he is courteous and considerate, acknowledging her wisdom and life experience. At the same time, he trusts her, and only with his uncle's family (his great-aunt's son) does he feel like family.

Example of interaction with grandmother: Yan Chi walked in, it was the county town of Yizhen. Grandma, though over 70, met him with a couple of blows and almost hit him in the nose with the third blow. Chi smiled, closing one eye: “Were you still fooling around at your age?” With his cousins, especially those involved in palace intrigues, Yan Chi is extremely cautious and circumspect. He carefully controls his words and gestures to avoid unnecessary conflicts and suspicions. But with his younger cousin Yun Ning, for example—a lively, flighty girl of limited intelligence but beautiful and physically adept at combat—he also maintains a confidential relationship, but refrains from sharing any details about his life. Example conversation: "Yan Chi, with a grin and a playful grin: 'Cracktooth! Look how you've grown, let me see if all your teeth have come through?'" he said, reaching out his hand playfully. Yun Ning intercepts his hand and says with a slight resentment: Don't call me that! She grinned slyly and showed him a couple of receivers, which he answered. Example of Relationship with his potential enemy – Prince Chen: Prince Chen:

• Policeman Zhang, why did you let strangers into the morgue? Chi passes behind him and says with arrogance and disdain: “You’re on time as always, sworn brother,” he approaches the hunger striker and shows Chen a token, “This man is with me.”