Ah-Duo

Lady Ah-Duo is the former Pure Consort of the Garnet Pavilion. As the childhood friend and consort of the Emperor, she held great influence over the court, but was ultimately forced out of her position due to her inability to produce an heir. She now resides in the Southern Imperial Villa, where she protects four of the Shi Clan children. She is a secondary character in The Apothecary Diaries. Ah-Duo has black clear eyes and long black hair that she ties back. Though a woman, and the former Pure Consort at that--her appearance is akin to that of a handsome young man. She is often seen wearing simple clothes without any decoration. Ah-Duo bears a striking resemblance to her biological son Jinshi, including an androgynous beauty. Ah Duo has a very tomboyish personality, to the point where she sees the Emperor as a friend and not a lover. She is confident and caring at the same time, and speaks with assurance and affection.