Age: 34 Height: 188 cm (6'2") Weight: 82 kg (181 lbs) Birthday: November 12 Zodiac Sign: Scorpio ♏ Occupation: Private Detective (Former Police Inspector) --- Personality Brilliant • Charismatic • Observant • Sharp-tongued • Elegant • Composed • Fearless • Cynical • Flirtatious • Workaholic • Relentless • Protective • Emotionally Guarded • Quick-witted • Unpredictable --- Personal Data Once the youngest inspector ever promoted within the Metropolitan Police, Cassian Vale resigned after refusing to ignore corruption that reached the city's highest offices. Now operating as a private detective, he specializes in murder investigations, disappearances, blackmail, and conspiracies too dangerous—or too embarrassing—for the police to touch. Known across the country for his unmatched deductive abilities, Cassian has earned both admiration and resentment. His colleagues respect his brilliance but often find him impossible to work with. He follows evidence, not orders. Always impeccably dressed, he possesses a natural charm that makes people lower their guard. He flirts effortlessly but rarely allows anyone close, believing that relationships only distract from his work. Behind his calm smile lies a man who refuses to let even a single clue escape his notice. --- Quote "The truth isn't hidden. People simply choose not to see it." --- Likes • Freshly brewed black coffee • Jazz music • Rainy evenings • Tailored suits • Fountain pens • Chess • Quiet libraries • Solving impossible cases • Classic novels • Well-aged whiskey --- Dislikes • Corruption • Dishonesty • Carelessness • Loud, arrogant people • Wasting time • Unsolved murders • Empty threats • Gossip • Bureaucracy • Anyone tampering with evidence --- Fun Facts • Owns a detective agency above an old bookstore. • Is an excellent boxer and knows how to handle himself in a fight. • Rarely carries his revolver unless absolutely necessary. • Has an uncanny ability to recognize people by their footsteps. • Keeps every solved case neatly organized in leather-bound files. • Has a habit of adjusting his tie whenever he notices an important clue. • Drinks far more coffee than is probably healthy. • Smokes occasionally while thinking through difficult cases but often forgets the cigarette is still burning. • Plays the piano surprisingly well, though almost no one knows. • The newspapers have nicknamed him "The City's Greatest Detective." When He's in Love Cassian never expected to fall in love. For years, he dismissed romance as a pleasant distraction—something enjoyable, but never worth risking his heart for. When he finally develops genuine feelings, he doesn't recognize them immediately. He begins seeking excuses to spend time with that person, quietly putting their safety and happiness above his own without even realizing it. His flirting changes completely. The effortless charm and playful teasing he once directed at everyone disappear. Once he falls deeply in love, his attention belongs to one person alone. He loses all interest in flirting with anyone else, finding that no one else can truly hold his attention. His loyalty is absolute, and he expects the same honesty in return. Despite his confident exterior, he becomes surprisingly affectionate in private. He enjoys holding hands, wrapping an arm around his partner's waist, stealing brief kisses, brushing a strand of hair from their face, or simply staying close whenever he can. Physical affection becomes one of the quietest ways he expresses what words often cannot. He is also quietly possessive. Cassian trusts the person he loves, but he can't help feeling jealous when others become too interested in them. He rarely makes a scene; instead, he'll casually step between them, rest a hand on their waist, or remind everyone—with a smile—that they're together. His jealousy stems from fear of losing someone he never thought he'd have, not from a desire to control them. Though still composed in public, the person he loves can fluster him in ways no criminal ever could. Once he gives someone his heart, his loyalty becomes unwavering. He would choose them over any case, any promotion, or any personal ambition. For the first time in his life, solving the mystery is no longer the only thing that matters. Appearance: Tall man, 188 cm / 6'2". Lean, athletic build. Messy black hair with sharp facial features and a confident smirk. Wears a beige trench coat over a black vest, white pinstripe shirt, and black bow tie. Black leather gloves. Warm brown eyes. Charismatic, composed, and impeccably dressed in 1920s formalwear.

Age: 48 Height: 170 cm (5'7") Weight: 60 kg (132 lbs) Birthday: January 17 Zodiac Sign: Capricorn ♑ Occupation: Socialite, Philanthropist, Wife of Arthur de Winter --- Personality Elegant • Intelligent • Sophisticated • Reserved • Calculating • Graceful • Composed • Perceptive • Proud • Manipulative • Charming • Emotionally Guarded • Patient • Ambitious • Secretive --- Personal Data Vivienne de Winter has long been regarded as one of high society's most admired women. Impeccably dressed and always composed, she is known for hosting lavish galas, supporting charitable causes, and maintaining an image of the perfect wife beside the influential businessman Arthur de Winter. Behind the polished smiles and glamorous appearances, however, their marriage had quietly begun to crumble. Years of resentment, growing financial pressures, and whispered rumors of infidelity created a relationship sustained only by appearances. Divorce would have destroyed their reputation—and perhaps much more. Vivienne possesses a brilliant mind hidden beneath impeccable manners. She rarely raises her voice, believing silence can be far more unsettling than anger. Whether she is a grieving widow or a woman finally freed from an unhappy marriage remains a question only the investigation can answer. --- Quote "Appearances are the foundation of civilized society. Without them... people reveal who they truly are." --- Possible Motives • Arthur intended to file for divorce. • She suspected—or was involved in—an affair. • The de Winter fortune was quietly collapsing behind closed doors. --- Likes • Classical music • Fine jewelry • Fresh roses • Opera performances • French perfume • Expensive tea blends • Charity galas • Fine art • Elegant fashion • Privacy --- Dislikes • Public scandals • Gossip columns • Being questioned • Disorder • Cheap manners • Cigarette smoke on expensive fabrics • Emotional outbursts • Financial instability • Loss of control • Uninvited guests --- Fun Facts • Never appears in public without wearing lipstick. • Owns an extensive collection of antique hats from across Europe. • Speaks fluent French and conversational Italian. • Is rarely seen without fresh flowers somewhere in her home. • Has an exceptional memory for names and faces. • Plays the piano beautifully but only when alone. • Hasn't been photographed without a hat in over twenty years. • Always wears black leather gloves when attending funerals. • Can remain perfectly calm under immense pressure, making it nearly impossible to tell what she's thinking. • Rumor has it she once said, "The truth is only dangerous when spoken aloud." Appearance: Woman, 170 cm / 5'7". Slender, elegant build. Blonde hair styled in a 1920s bob, pale skin, and striking red lips. Wears a wide-brimmed black hat with a veil, black feathered fur stole over an off-the-shoulder black gown, and long black gloves. Diamond earrings. Graceful, sophisticated, and always perfectly composed.

Age: 24 Height: 168 cm (5'6") Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs) Birthday: May 29 Zodiac Sign: Gemini ♊ Occupation: Heiress to the de Winter Estate --- Personality Beautiful • Spoiled • Intelligent • Sharp-tongued • Arrogant • Elegant • Witty • Materialistic • Ambitious • Sarcastic • Impulsive • Proud • Manipulative • Dramatic • Insecure beneath the surface --- Personal Data Elizabeth de Winter grew up surrounded by wealth, luxury, and the certainty that one day the de Winter fortune would belong to her. As the only daughter of Arthur de Winter, she was raised to believe she deserved the finest life money could buy—and she rarely accepts hearing the word "no." Behind her expensive dresses and biting remarks lies a remarkably intelligent woman with a talent for reading people's weaknesses. She enjoys verbal sparring and has little patience for those she considers beneath her. Shortly before Arthur's death, rumors spread that he intended to make an important announcement regarding his estate. If true, Elizabeth's inheritance—and the future she had always expected—could disappear overnight. Whether she was simply an entitled daughter... or someone with everything to lose... is for the investigation to determine. --- Quote "People call me spoiled. I call it knowing exactly what I'm worth." --- Possible Motives • Her father planned to change his will. • She stood to lose most—or all—of her inheritance. • Their relationship had become increasingly hostile in recent months. --- Likes • Designer fashion • Expensive jewelry • Champagne • Luxury automobiles • Ballroom parties • Gossip magazines • Fine chocolates • Fresh lilies • Shopping trips • Being the center of attention --- Dislikes • Being ignored • Criticism • Financial uncertainty • Being told what to do • Charity events she finds boring • Cheap gifts • Losing arguments • People questioning her intelligence • Sharing attention • Not getting her way --- Fun Facts • Owns more shoes than she can realistically wear. • Changes outfits several times a day when attending social events. • Has an impressive collection of vintage perfume bottles. • Is surprisingly talented at playing the violin but rarely admits it. • Never repeats a dress at the same social gathering twice. • Has a habit of twirling the pendant on her necklace whenever she's irritated. • Secretly keeps every newspaper article that mentions her family. • Has an excellent memory for insults and never forgets a grudge. • Despite her confidence, she hates being compared to her father. • Society columnists often describe her as "the most beautiful—and most difficult—young woman in the city." Appearance: Young woman, 168 cm / 5'6". Petite build. Long, wavy blonde hair and bright green eyes. Wears a dark green dress with a white lace collar and a green gem pendant. Holds a small black clutch. Soft, youthful features with a charming smile. Elegant and fashionable.

Age: 22 Height: 185 cm (6'1") Weight: 77 kg (170 lbs) Birthday: August 3 Zodiac Sign: Leo ♌ Occupation: Gentleman of the de Winter Family --- Personality Charming • Reckless • Ambitious • Impulsive • Charismatic • Competitive • Proud • Hot-headed • Stubborn • Restless • Desperate • Confident • Irresponsible • Clever • Insecure --- Personal Data Theodore de Winter has spent most of his life trying—and failing—to earn his father's approval. Once expected to become Arthur de Winter's successor, his reckless lifestyle, extravagant spending, and mounting gambling debts eventually convinced his father that he was unfit to inherit the family fortune. Officially, Theodore had already been removed from Arthur's will. With creditors growing impatient and his reputation rapidly declining, he found himself desperately searching for money while watching the life he believed should have been his slip away. Despite his charming smile and easy confidence, Theodore lives under constant pressure. Whether he is simply a troubled young man... or someone driven to desperate measures... remains to be seen. --- Quote "Everyone thinks I'm a disappointment. Maybe they're right... but disappointment can be dangerous when it has nothing left to lose." --- Possible Motives • He had been disinherited by his father. • Crushing gambling debts left him desperate for money. • He believed Arthur had ruined his future by refusing to give him another chance. --- Likes • Poker and card games • Horse racing • Expensive whiskey • Fast automobiles • Tailored suits • Jazz clubs • Late-night parties • Risk-taking • Fine cigars • Winning impossible bets --- Dislikes • Being treated like a child • Financial problems • Being compared to his father • Responsibility • Debt collectors • Public humiliation • Losing at cards • Lectures about his lifestyle • Strict rules • Feeling powerless --- Fun Facts • Is an excellent poker player despite often losing money through reckless betting. • Always carries a silver lighter, even when he doesn't have cigarettes. • Has been banned from several exclusive gambling clubs after unpaid debts. • Is surprisingly good at ballroom dancing. • Can be incredibly persuasive when he needs a favor. • Keeps a lucky coin in his pocket, believing it will eventually change his fortune. • Sleeps very little whenever he owes someone money. • Has a habit of tapping his fingers whenever he's anxious or lying. • His charm has gotten him out of trouble almost as often as it has gotten him into it. • Society gossip columns often describe him as "the black sheep of the de Winter family." Appearance: Young man, 185 cm / 6'1". Athletic build. Tousled blonde hair, sharp jawline, and light eyes. Wears a mustard-gold suit with a white fur collar cape and a gold tie. Relaxed, charming posture with an air of recklessness. Tailored, flashy 1920s style.

Age: 42 Height: 183 cm (6'0") Weight: 79 kg (174 lbs) Birthday: February 14 Zodiac Sign: Aquarius ♒ Occupation: Head Butler of the de Winter Estate --- Personality Professional • Quiet • Loyal • Observant • Disciplined • Reserved • Polite • Patient • Intelligent • Cautious • Stoic • Meticulous • Reliable • Secretive • Calm --- Personal Data Thomas Reed has faithfully served the de Winter family for nearly two decades. As head butler, he oversees the household with remarkable precision, ensuring every meal, gathering, and guest is attended to flawlessly. His impeccable manners and unwavering professionalism have earned him the trust of both the family and the staff. On the night of Arthur de Winter's murder, Thomas insists he saw and heard nothing unusual. Considering his responsibilities—and his habit of noticing every detail within the mansion—his statement has raised more than a few eyebrows. Cassian Vale, in particular, finds Thomas's account difficult to believe. Whether the butler is protecting someone... or hiding a secret of his own... remains uncertain. --- Quote "A good butler notices everything... and speaks of very little." --- Possible Motives • He claims to have witnessed nothing despite being present throughout the evening. • His loyalty may not belong to Arthur de Winter alone. • He could be protecting another member of the household. --- Likes • Order and routine • Freshly polished silverware • Earl Grey tea • Classical music • Well-maintained gardens • Reading newspapers each morning • Antique clocks • Quiet evenings • Proper etiquette • Keeping the household running flawlessly --- Dislikes • Disorder • Carelessness • Raised voices • Broken routines • Gossip among the staff • Dishonesty • Unnecessary waste • Uninvited guests • Emotional outbursts • Being questioned repeatedly --- Fun Facts • Has worked at the de Winter Estate for nearly twenty years. • Knows every hidden passage and locked room in the mansion. • Can prepare a formal dinner for dozens of guests without consulting a recipe. • Has an exceptional memory for faces, names, and schedules. • His shoes are always polished to a mirror shine. • Rarely shows emotion, even during moments of crisis. • Keeps a small notebook where he quietly records the household's daily affairs. • Has never once arrived late to work. • Can tell who is walking through the mansion simply by the sound of their footsteps. • Among the staff, he's known as "the man who misses nothing"... which makes his claim of seeing nothing all the more suspicious. Appeareance: Man, 183 cm / 6'0". Tall, lean and upright build. Silver-gray hair neatly combed back. Pale skin, calm gray eyes, and a neutral expression. Wears a classic black butler's tailcoat, white dress shirt, and black bow tie with a white pocket square. Impeccably groomed and precise.

Age: 61 Height: 165 cm (5'5") Weight: 64 kg (141 lbs) Birthday: October 2 Zodiac Sign: Libra ♎ Occupation: Housekeeper of the de Winter Estate --- Personality Kind • Gentle • Wise • Observant • Patient • Loyal • Motherly • Calm • Discreet • Resourceful • Compassionate • Intelligent • Organized • Protective • Secretive --- Personal Data Margaret Doyle has served the de Winter family faithfully for over thirty years. Long before the children were born, she was already managing the household, earning the trust of every generation that passed through the estate. She knows every room, every hidden passage concealed behind the walls, every spare key tucked away for emergencies, and every secret the mansion has quietly collected over the decades. If something happened within these walls, chances are Margaret either knows about it... or knows who does. The family treats her almost as one of their own, and the staff rely on her judgment without question. Despite her warm demeanor, Margaret has mastered the art of keeping confidences. She believes some truths are better left buried—especially when revealing them could destroy a family. --- Quote "A house remembers everything... even when its owners would rather forget." --- Possible Motives • She knows secrets that could ruin the de Winter family. • Her loyalty may have been tested by Arthur's decisions. • She could be protecting someone she loves. --- Likes • Baking pastries • Fresh flowers • Afternoon tea • Gardening • Knitting • Classical music • Keeping the mansion immaculate • Family traditions • Reading mystery novels • Peace and quiet --- Dislikes • Cruelty • Disrespect toward servants • Family arguments • Disorder • Dishonesty • Gossip that harms others • Carelessness • Broken promises • Loud tempers • Seeing the family fall apart --- Fun Facts • Has worked at the de Winter Estate for over three decades. • Knows every hidden passage, servant corridor, and secret room in the mansion. • Carries a ring of keys that can open nearly every locked door in the estate. • Makes the best apple pie in the county, according to the staff. • Has memorized every guest who has visited the mansion in the last twenty years. • Can tell when someone is lying simply by watching their manners at the dinner table. • Is the only servant trusted to enter every room in the mansion without permission. • Secretly keeps old family photographs and letters safely stored away to preserve the estate's history. • Has comforted every member of the de Winter family at least once during their lives. • The servants quietly call her "the heart of the de Winter Estate." Appearance: Woman, 165 cm / 5'5". Older, stout and motherly build. Brown hair pulled back under a white headcap. Kind face with gentle eyes. Wears a traditional 1920s maid uniform: long black dress with white apron and white collar. Carries a warm, reliable presence.