Yan City
焱城
The home city of the Hao family, where Hao Yaotiao is notorious for being considered a foolish young lady.
Luming Mountain
麓茗山
A remote mountain region currently experiencing a dangerous flash flood, where the two main characters find themselves stranded.
Imperial Observatory
钦天监
An imperial institution responsible for monitoring astronomical phenomena, predicting disasters, and overseeing the calendar, which Xiao Yaojing notes failed to warn of the flash flood.
Yan Nation
焱国
A country where beauty standards prize thinness and a slender, delicate figure over voluptuousness.
General's Estate
将军府
The residence of a high-ranking military official.
General of the West's Estate
征西将军府
The family residence of the protagonist.
Linxi Pass
临西关
A military border post where the General of the West is stationed.
Lan Courtyard
澜苑
The specific living quarters designated for Hao Yaotiao.
Yan City
炎城
The major city where the protagonist resides.
Clan School
族学
The educational institution attended by the younger members of the family clan.
Qi Court
栖苑
The residence where Dong Rouyun lives within the General's Estate.
Princess's Estate
公主府
The residence of Princess Lingwan.
Brocade Workshop
织锦坊
A business or studio specializing in high-quality textiles and garment making.
Lotus Pond
荷花池
The water feature in the garden of the General's Estate where Hao Xuan fell.
The Waterside Corridor
水榭长廊
A specific location within the venue where the young ladies are gathered.
Water Pavilion
水榭
A scenic structure located within the Princess's Estate.
Main Garden
大花园
The large garden area within the Princess's Estate used for hosting guests and events.
Tung-hsuan Kingdom
东玄国
A foreign nation known for having sent a vanguard army to battle against the soldiers of the Yan Nation.
Anfeng Garden
安凤园
The specific garden within the Princess's Estate where the banquet is taking place, decorated with lanterns and flowers.
Xiao Family Estate
萧家
The household of Xiao Yaojing, which he claims Hao Yaotiao will never enter.
Yun Residence
云府
The home of the Yun family, noted for being located significantly far away from the General's Estate.
Shuiqu Hall
水渠堂
A reception hall within the General's Estate used to entertain important guests.
Hao Family Ancestral Home
郝家祖宅
The original family estate, inhabited by the protagonist's grandfather, grandmother, and paternal uncles.
Hao Ancestral Home
祖宅
The family estate where the older generation resides, holding complex secrets regarding the birth of General Hao Song.
Jiangnan
江南
A region where the General's younger sister resides, who is returning for the patriarch's birthday.
Xi Lang Kingdom
西狼国
A hostile bordering nation whose restless activities near Linxi Pass keep the General from returning home.
Yutangchun Restaurant
鱼汤春
A famous restaurant authorized by a decree from the Former Emperor, where Hao Yaotiao and Hao Zhenzhen purchase food for their brother.
Liu Lake
鎏湖
A specific destination intended for a visit by the Purple-robed Man, though the plans were unexpectedly canceled.
Inner Courtyard
里院
The inner section of the Clan School where students study and servants are traditionally restricted from entering.
Clan School
学堂
The educational institution for the children of the Hao clan families where physical confrontations between the cousins frequently occur.
Pine and Crane Courtyard
松鹤院
The specific residence of Old Madame Qi located within the ancestral home.
Hanlin Academy
翰林院
The imperial institution where Grandfather Hao served as a compiler.
Front Courtyard
前院
The portion of the ancestral home reserved for official proceedings and the male elders.
Garden
花园
A part of the ancestral estate filled with orchids, often used for leisure and social interactions among the ladies.
Longmen Division
龙门司
An imperial government office led by Prince Di, tasked with monitoring court officials and hunting down escaped fugitives or rebels throughout the nation.
Hao Residence
郝家
The family estate of the General, currently being searched by the Longmen Division for fugitives.
Rear Quarters
后宅
The inner part of the residence housing the female family members, which the family attempts to protect from the intrusion of the Longmen Division.
Rockery
假山
A decorative garden feature in the General's Estate where the Mysterious Man and Hao Yaotiao were hiding.
Qingzhu Hall
青竹堂
A specific hall within the Hao family estate where the family gathered after the Longmen Division raid.
Liu Residence
刘府
The home of Liu Changlin and Hao Wei in Yan City.
Lingyun Mountain
灵云山
A majestic mountain housing a massive, awe-inspiring Buddha statue and Lingshan Temple.
Lingshan Temple
灵山寺
A temple located on Lingyun Mountain, a popular destination for offering incense to the Buddha.
Yonghe Hall
雍壑殿
A designated hall within the grounds of Lingshan Temple specifically used for serving vegetarian meals to visitors.
The Temple
寺院
A nearby place where Chu Shi runs to seek help after Hao Yaotiao disappears into the forest.
Lingshan Temple
The temple where the Yun and Hao families are currently visiting, troubled by reports of a man-eating tiger.
Guest Room
寮房
The temporary quarters within the temple where the noblewomen are residing and where Murong Di conducted his search.
Main Temple Hall
大殿
The primary prayer hall of Lingshan Temple where Dong Rouyun and Tong Yu go to pray and are ambushed with poison.
Huo Residence
霍家
The ancestral home of the Huo family.
Lingshan Temple
灵云寺
The specific temple where Dong Rouyun was assaulted.
Deep Mountain Forest
深山老林
A remote, dark, and dangerous forest environment where Hao Yaotiao and Xiao Yaojing are stranded during a storm.
Gravesite
坟包
A simple, dirt-mounded grave marked by a wooden tablet, located in a secluded, brightly lit area beneath a massive rock ledge.
Water Pool
水池
A body of water in a secluded rocky area where the protagonist landed after falling.
Wooden Hut
木屋
A dusty, abandoned structure in the mountains where Hao Yaotiao found a mysterious stash of items.
Riverside
小河边
The small riverbank where Hao Yaotiao and Xiao Yaojing previously roasted fish.
Forest
林子
A woodland area where Xiao Yaojing was searching for Hao Yaotiao.
Duke of Wei Estate
魏国公府
The residence belonging to the family of Chancellor Xiao.
Anqiao Street
安桥街
A street in Yan City known for hosting temporary entertainment setups like traveling performance troupes.
Linxi Pass
林溪关
The border location where General Hao Song is stationed to defend against the Xi Lang Kingdom.
Cuiyu Garden
翠羽园
A performance venue in Yan City that hosts public shows like acrobatic troupes. It features a stage on the ground floor with surrounding seating for patrons.
Chenzhou
陈州
The region from which Gu Huanyan traveled.
Jinxiang Building
锦香楼
A location where Longmen Division agents are stationed to monitor Xiao Yaojing.
Hunting Grounds
狩猎场
A location dedicated to aristocratic hunting and archery competitions, frequented by young nobles.
West Garden
西花园
A specific location within the General's Estate, situated near the high exterior wall.
Jiuqu City
九渠城
A city known for its scenic waterfall and mountains, located two days' carriage ride from the General's residence.
Jiuqu Mountain
九渠山
A mountain located outside Jiuqu City, famous for its grand waterfall.
Jiuqu Waterfall
九渠瀑布
The most famous scenic site located on Jiuqu Mountain.
Prince De's Mansion
德王府
The residence of Prince De.
Qinxiang Garden
沁香园
A specific area within the Duke of Wei's estate used for hosting distinguished guests.
Wei Garden
薇园
A specific location within the Duke of Wei Estate being used as the primary area for entertaining female guests.
Chrysanthemum Garden
菊园
A location within the Duke of Wei Estate where the characters meet.
The Imperial Palace
宫里
The focal point of political machinations, espionage, and the Emperor's daily life.
Linxi Army
临西军
The elite military force led by General Hao Song, noted for being significantly more powerful than other armies in the Yan Nation.
Imperial Palace
皇宫
The official residence and seat of power of the Emperor.
Imperial Study
御书房
The private chamber where the Emperor reviews memorials and conducts official meetings.
The Chen Estate
陈家
The family residence of Grand Marshal Chen, a hub for high-level political strategizing.
General of the West Estate
西将军府
The primary household of General Hao Song and his family.
Prince Wei's Mansion
卫王府
The residence and base of operations for Prince Wei, known for having aggressive guards that terrorize the city.
West Wind Mountain
西风山
A strategic mountain range marking the border where General Hao Song forced the Xi Lang Kingdom to retreat.
Tea House
茶馆
A public establishment where the General and his family stop to rest and hear news about the Emperor's whereabouts.
Northern Hunting Grounds
狩猎场北边
The area where the actual hunting of game takes place.
Southern Guest Houses
狩猎场最南
Located at the south of the hunting grounds, this area consists of elegant two-story villas serving as guest accommodations.
Murong Dynasty
慕容皇朝
The reigning imperial dynasty.
Deep Mountains
深山
A wilderness area beyond the hunting grounds, filled with wild beasts and rugged terrain, where the assassins retreat.
Dilapidated Temple
破庙
A ruined temple used as a hideout and resting point by the bandits.
Li Village
李家村
A small village consisting of about twenty households, currently recovering from a flood.
Diaoqiao County
吊桥县
The nearest county to Li Village, located nearly five hundred miles away from Yan City, currently inaccessible due to the disaster.
Xing City
杏城
A city located over a hundred miles away, considered a potential source for medical supplies when local resources are exhausted.
Medicinal Garden
药园
A specific location within the General's Estate where Dong Rouyun and Hao Zhenzhen process herbs.
Fengzhao Palace
凤朝殿
A specific location within the palace designated by the Empress Dowager to house the young ladies participating in the selection.
Cian Palace
慈安宫
The location where the Empress Dowager plans to host a banquet for the young ladies participating in the selection.
Longqing Palace
龙清宫
The palace quarters where the Emperor resides.
The Rear Palace
后宫
The secluded section of the Imperial Palace housing the imperial harem and residences for women.
Lanyi Palace
澜颐宫
The residence of Noble Consort Dowager Xi where she summoned Gu Zixin.
Waterside Pavilion
临水凉亭
A structure within the garden situated near water, used by the mysterious stranger as a vantage point and by Hao Yaotiao for practice.
Pavilion
凉亭
The specific designated location where the Emperor waits for Hao Yaotiao.
Imperial Garden
御花园
A luxurious garden within the palace grounds frequented by the noble ladies and favored by the Empress Dowager and the Chen sisters.
Nan Yu City
南羽城
A city located in the far south of the Yan Nation, bordering the Nan Cang Kingdom, currently stricken by flooding and infiltration by enemy spies.
Nan Cang Kingdom
南苍国
A neighboring nation that is opportunistically invading the Yan Nation during their flood crisis.
Yonghe Hall
雍鹤殿
A ceremonial palace hall where the Emperor receives official audiences and holds court with guests.
Huaping Mountain
华屏山
A mountain range bordering the Yan Nation; it acts as a dividing line between major civilized towns and the dangerous, wilder territories encountered during the famine.
Prince Yao's Estate
遥王府
The residence of Prince Yao, to which Murong Chi sent correspondence explaining his movements.
Baidou Mountain
白豆山
The stronghold of a group of bandits within the Huaping Mountain range.
Gathering Hall
聚义厅
The main hall of the bandit stronghold where the members congregate for meals, celebrations, and important discussions.
Baidou Mountain Stronghold
山寨
The primitive, impoverished bandit stronghold located on Baidou Mountain where Hao Yaotiao and Xiao Yaojing are currently taking refuge.
Liu River
琉河
A strategic landmark serving as a dividing line for the Nan Cang Kingdom's military movement.
Governor's Estate
太守府
The administrative headquarters and residence in Nan Yu City currently occupied by Xiao Yaojing and associated officials.
Dongyu Salt Field
东雨盐场
A salt production facility ordered by the Emperor to supply salt to the citizens of Nan Yu City.
Governor's Estate in Nan Yu City
南羽城太守府
The residence where the Hao sisters are currently staying, serving as the setting for their interactions and the dog's misadventures.
South Alley
南巷子
A local neighborhood lane near the residence where Black Crescent recently engaged in a fight, biting multiple local dogs.
Bei Jiang City
北江城
The city from which the current group of candidates/women originated.
The Inn
客栈
The temporary residence where the characters are staying.
Prince Yun's Estate
昀王府
The official residence of Prince Yun, whose followers are currently clashing with the General's men.
Pastry Shop
点心铺子
A local store where Hao Yaotiao and Chu Shi purchase snacks.
Ding Le Palace
鼎乐宫
The palace residence where Princess Shengtao resides and hosts her banquets.
Tao Garden
桃园
A garden inside the Imperial Palace chosen by Princess Shengtao as the venue for her banquet.
Prince Yu's Estate
羽王府
The residence of Prince Yu, where the prince's cat is treated with exceptional status.
Chengyu Hall
呈裕殿
An imperial hall where the Emperor requests Hao Yaotiao to meet him for questioning.