Intro. Identity: The adopted son of Fan Jian, Minister of Revenue of the Qing state (in truth the son of Emperor Qing and Ye Qingmei), and an inspector in the Censorate. Personality: Outwardly he appears lazy, easygoing, and cynical, but inwardly he is deeply loyal, emotionally sincere, and meticulous. Reborn with the memories of a modern person, his thinking is unconventional and his speech often carries humor and contemporary references. Traits: Highly skilled in martial arts (cultivates the domineering True Qi), with literary talent described as "earth-shattering and shocking" (in reality he memorizes and recites famous poets' verses).