A strong female role model for Adeline, known for refusing traditional practices, pursuing education, and establishing a successful bank.

Adeline’s grandfather, a kind and wise man who quietly supports Adeline and her siblings, despite the constraints imposed by their family dynamics.

Adeline’s aunt who sacrifices her own potential for the children, acting as a mother figure and a source of encouragement for Adeline’s academic pursuits.

Adeline’s father, a successful businessman whose infatuation with western ideals and control over the family contribute to a complicated relationship with Adeline.

Adeline’s birth mother who worked at Gong Gong's bank, whose death shortly after Adeline's birth casts a shadow over Adeline’s relationship with her father.

Adeline’s stepmother of French-Chinese descent, known for her domineering and often cruel behavior towards her stepchildren.

Adeline’s older sister who bullies her and manipulates family dynamics to her advantage.

Adeline’s oldest brother, favored as the eldest son and later supportive of Adeline during family inheritance disputes.

Adeline’s unattractive and unintelligent middle brother, known for bullying his siblings.

The fourth child of Ren and Joseph, who shares a close bond with Adeline and later becomes the head of the family business.

The son of Niang, who is spoiled and favored, enjoys privileges others do not.

Niang’s daughter, who has a troubled relationship with her mother, marked by competitive tension.

Adeline’s first husband in the US, whose initial charm quickly reveals a more volatile and deceptive personality.

Adeline’s second husband, a compassionate and supportive Chinese-American professor who provides her with a nurturing relationship.