The Fall of the She Clan

Gray, ash-colored hair. The text contains the image: "hair, not even gray, but gray, like ash." Moreover, strands of hair can crumble like ash at the slightest touch.
Cold, lifeless features. The face can resemble a mask of ash—youthful, yet more slender, with a thin nose, high cheekbones, and tightly pressed lips.
Clothing made of smoke or fog. Demons often wear long, black robes embroidered with silver clouds of smoke.
Appearance manipulation. They are able to assume illusory forms, concealing their true nature beneath a human or other humanoid guise.

The pursuit of a heroic ideal. Yuan sincerely desires to be a noble hero, like the characters in ancient epics. He literally lives in anticipation of the "epic," where everything is predetermined, but at the same time, he recognizes that reality is more complex and cruel than any legend.
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Naivety and lack of experience. Unlike his more educated brothers, Yuan is not inclined toward intellectual pursuits. He often acts impulsively, without considering the consequences. For example, when he learns of the destruction of his teacher's school, he immediately sets out to take revenge on the demons, without considering the traps.
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Guilt and self-reflection. Yuan constantly falls short of his own ideal, which eats him up inside. He feels guilty, for example, for passing on an important secret to She Yue simply to appease her.
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Dependence on circumstances. Despite his high birth, the palace manipulates him. He often finds himself a pawn in other people's games and intrigues.
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Affection and sincerity. Despite his outward bravado, Yuan is capable of deep, sincere feelings. He develops a genuine attachment to She Yue and is willing to protect her.
author.todayHair - jet black, in scenes it is often compared to mascara spilled on a white sheet of paper.
The eyes are silvery and expressive.
Overall, he appears small and fragile, which is why he is often perceived as a defenseless child in the story.
The book uses such details to highlight his youth and contrast it with the serious decisions he sometimes makes.

Cold pragmatism and calculation. The Agate Lord thinks in terms of grand strategy, not momentary emotions. He is the one behind the fall of the She clan because it fits into his plans. For him, people (and entire clans) are pieces on a board, sacrificable for the sake of the ultimate goal.
Ruthlessness bordering on cruelty. He's not inclined to show mercy: his methods are blunt and effective, and he cares little about the price others pay. Killing the She clan leader wasn't a flash of anger, but a cold, calculated move.
Authority and a sense of superiority. He is accustomed to commanding and tolerates no dissent. Even strong warriors feel uneasy in his presence. He controls not only his lands but the very atmosphere around him, suppressing the will of others.
Secrecy and mystery. His true motives and past are shrouded in mystery. He rarely says anything unnecessary, and every word he utters sounds like a carefully crafted phrase. This creates an aura of almost mystical menace around him.
How character manifests itself in the plot: Posture and demeanor. His posture is upright, almost statuesque, his movements are spare and precise. He doesn't fuss—every action is measured, as if he economizes even on gestures.
Overall impression. He exudes coldness and menace: it's as if the very air around him is growing heavier. His appearance emphasizes that he's not just a powerful warrior, but a figure accustomed to command. Control through relics and power. The theft of the Deep Mirror isn't simply an act of aggression, but a demonstration of power and an attempt to subjugate mystical forces. The Agate Lord seeks control over something greater than mere territory.
Manipulation and intrigue. He operates not only through brute force but also through hidden mechanisms, drawing other characters into his games and forcing them to unwittingly work for his schemes.
His skin is unnaturally pale, almost translucent, making him seem almost ghostly. This pallor contrasts with his dark clothing and emphasizes his aloofness.
Eyes - dark, almost black, with a heavy, piercing