Lihaku
Lihaku is a character in The Apothecary Diaries. He is a young military officer serving in the imperial court who originally worked as a regional official before being recognized by a sharp-eyed strategist. Regarded by Maomao as a promising rising star, he possesses a good-natured and straightforward character, frequently taking on important duties while continuously honing his martial capabilities.
Overview
Lihaku is a character in The Apothecary Diaries. He is a young military officer serving in the imperial court who originally worked as a regional official before being recognized by a sharp-eyed strategist. Regarded by Maomao as a promising rising star, he possesses a good-natured and straightforward character, frequently taking on important duties while continuously honing his martial capabilities.
Appearance
Lihaku is a young man with a highly trained, muscular physique that includes defined abdominal muscles and sturdy thighs. He features black hair paired with bright pupils.
Personality
Lihaku is an honest and good-natured man defined by his unyielding integrity and straightforward demeanor. Friendly and approachable, he treats the younger Maomao with comfortable warmth. When in love, he is single-mindedly devoted, refusing shortcuts and taking pride in reaching his goals through his own hard work.
Abilities
Lihaku is a highly capable military officer whose impressive combat prowess and extraordinary physical strength allow him to spar on equal terms with Basen. His reliable capabilities in battle and dutiful work ethic earn him the responsibility of handling crucial assignments.
Background
Starting his career as a local official, Lihaku relocated to the capital after his talents were recognized. After handing out coral hairpins at the imperial garden party to expand his network, he was contacted by Maomao, who held one of his pins. Seeking a guarantor for her temporary leave, Maomao offered him an introduction to the elite pleasure house Rokushoukan. Accepting the trade, Lihaku met Pairin, one of the top courtesans, and immediately fell in love with her. He subsequently focused on advancing his career to save enough money to buy out her contract. Furthermore, sharing information about Rokushoukan at Gaoshun's request indirectly led to Maomao's re-employment at court.
Relationships
Lihaku is deeply in love with Pairin and aims to earn enough through his own efforts to redeem her contract and make her his wife. His acquaintance with Maomao began over a hairpin, forming a solid working relationship despite her occasionally outmaneuvering him. Jinshi initially viewed him with suspicion regarding Maomao, but grew to respect him after seeing his earnest commitment to Pairin. He is also connected to Kan Lakan, the strategist who originally recognized his potential, as well as Gaoshun and Basen.
Trivia
Although he shares his name with the famous historical poet Li Bai, there is no direct connection or commonality between the historical figure and his character design in the series.
