Byakuya

Byakuya serves as the indispensable financial backbone of the long-established inn Tenjin-ya, overseeing every aspect of its monetary operations. His true identity is the mythical divine beast Bai Ze, a figure who once held prominent positions in the Spirit Capital's royal court and served as a tutor to its nobility—earning him unparalleled prestige and wisdom across the hidden world. Demanding and efficiency-driven by nature, he subjected Aoi to rigorous scrutiny when she took charge of the restaurant, yet consistently stepped in with pivotal guidance at critical moments. Beneath his composed, unapproachable demeanor lies an unexpected soft spot for the small spirit creature known as Kanze-neko, revealing a charming contradiction that endears him to those who know him well. He remains the owner's most trusted and relied-upon confidant.