Yae

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Yae (樱)
Alias(es)	Sister Yae; Yae Sakura 16 580
Gender	Female
Age	28 62
Affiliation	Golden Courtyard; E.T. Studio; Yae Syndicate 230 578 597
Occupation/Role	Head of the Yae Syndicate; E.T. Studio Project Department Manager and acquisition-project executor 230 580 597
Status	Active 880
First Appearance	Chapter 16

Background / History

Yae lost her parents early and devoted her university years and subsequent career to supporting her younger sister, Rin. The responsibility left her feeling that she had missed the most romantic part of her youth. 62

At some point, she became a shrine maiden connected to the Yae Syndicate’s inheritance. She avoided discussing the organization’s violent side with Xu Qi, whom she met after moving into the Golden Courtyard. 133 297

Yae initially acts as Xu Qi’s composed senior and adviser. She encourages him to make his own choices, warns him about the consequences of offending influential people at the Metro command hall, and helps him navigate the boundaries of his relationships. 16 36 132

Her relationship with Xu Qi begins after she admits her regrets and curiosity about romance. They later confess their feelings, and Yae accepts both Xu Qi and the fox-like traits that emerge after Mobius’s medicine causes her to grow fox ears. 62 64

When Rin is admitted to Donghua University, Yae returns to Japan to bring her to Modu. During that absence, she infiltrates the Yae Syndicate mansion, kills its former boss, and assumes control of the organization to stop Rin from being forced into a marriage with the prime minister. 133 230

Appearance

Yae is a tall, mature woman with long pink hair, a curvy figure, and the strong build of a lifelong martial artist. Her usual professional restraint contrasts sharply with the commanding presence she displays in battle or formal attire. 51 62 782

• Long pink or cherry-colored hair. 62 236
• A muscular, athletic physique, particularly notable in her legs and stance. 66 782
• Genuine fox ears that emerged after the side effects of Mobius’s medicine. 64 615
• Often wears practical work clothing, shrine maiden garments, maiko attire, or combat suits depending on the situation. 230 486 853
• Uses fox masks and black masks during covert or combat operations. 230 853

Personality

Yae is level-headed, decisive, and unusually perceptive. She can rapidly assess both emotional and professional problems, then offer Xu Qi a clear course of action without taking credit for his successes. 131 238 613

Though she presents herself as an older-sister figure, Yae is playful, bold, and fond of provoking reactions—especially from Mei and Xu Qi. Her ability to manipulate Mei through reverse psychology demonstrates both her confidence and her competitive streak. 87 108

Yae is fiercely protective of the people she considers hers. She is willing to become ruthless toward threats to Rin or Xu Qi, whether by taking over the syndicate, confronting Delta after Xu Qi is injured, or volunteering to fight in Europe. 230 483 746

Her greatest private regret is not meeting Xu Qi during her youth. She values the dates, affection, and ordinary romantic experiences he gives her because they partially fulfill the life she believed she had missed. 62 297 615

Abilities & Skills

Martial Arts and Physical Awareness

Yae is a trained martial artist with a powerful physique and an instinctive awareness of other fighters’ physical capabilities. 66 111

• Identified Durandal as exceptionally dangerous by sensing her Blood Essence and trained physique. 111 250
• Possesses the strength, balance, and endurance to use demanding combat stances and techniques. 66 580
• Describes herself as a ninja when explaining her ability to gather information unnoticed. 746

Infiltration and Assassination

Yae is capable of operating alone against heavily guarded targets.

• Infiltrated the Yae Syndicate mansion in shrine maiden attire. 230
• Eliminated the former syndicate boss and his forces before taking control of the organization. 230
• Uses disguises and calculated deception when dealing with adversaries. 230 238

Strategic Planning and Corporate Management

Yae applies the same decisiveness she uses in combat to business and organizational leadership.

• Helped Xu Qi expose Director Yang by identifying a way to use Yang’s methods against him, while recognizing Pardofelis and Kevin’s contributions to the final operation. 237 238
• Accepted Xu Qi’s request to handle E.T. Studio’s acquisition work, stating that she had long wanted to work alongside him. 578
• Serves as the executor for the planned M.H. acquisition and later helps formulate the less aggressive approach for Operation Sirin. 580 597 600
• Advises Xu Qi to gather more information before acting, often helping him select a decisive solution from several possibilities. 613

Combat Command

Yae remains calm under battlefield pressure and prioritizes the group’s survival over pursuing a losing engagement.

• Ordered a retreat when the enemy’s specialized Exoskeleton Armor threatened to overwhelm the group. 779
• Agreed to provide interception and support during the operation against the Psycho Gundams. 853
• Considers herself better suited to act as Xu Qi’s “blade” than to remain behind as a protector. 746

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Combat Armor — Pitch-black, form-fitting armor prepared by Mobius; retracts into a waist-mounted backpack when not deployed. 853 856
• Micro Solar Furnace — Mounted on the armor’s back and enables flight. 853
• Floating Blades — Three airborne blades accompany her combat armor. 853
• Masks — Uses a fox mask during the Yae Syndicate takeover and a combat mask during operations. 230 853

Relationships

• Xu Qi — Lover, trusted confidant, and the person Yae most readily supports. She counsels him on work and relationships, while he regards her as someone he can rely on completely. 64 131 238 578
• Rin — Younger sister whom Yae raised after their parents’ deaths. Yae brings her to Modu, protects her from the syndicate’s marriage plans, and ultimately respects Rin’s decisions about her own feelings. 62 133 230 520
• Mei — Fellow resident and Xu Qi’s partner. Their relationship includes jealousy and competition, but Yae also gives Xu Qi advice about respecting Mei’s emotions. 87 132 240
• Bronya — E.T. Studio president and Yae’s superior after Yae joins the company. Their exchanges are competitive, but Bronya recognizes Yae’s workplace professionalism and strategic value. 581 597
• Delta — Initially clashes with Yae after Xu Qi is harmed, but Yae later agrees to give Delta a chance for Xu Qi’s sake. 483 486
• Fu Hua — Supports Yae and Xu Qi’s time together, while Yae helps Xu Qi understand Fu Hua’s emotional reactions. 132 297
• Mobius — Her medicine triggers Yae’s fox ears; the two also share a blunt, teasing rapport within the Golden Courtyard. 64 108

Story Role / Major Arcs

Golden Courtyard Adviser

Yae becomes one of Xu Qi’s most dependable confidants, encouraging him to choose his own path while warning him about workplace politics and the complications of his relationships. 16 36

Romance with Xu Qi

After revealing her regrets about missed romance, Yae begins a relationship with Xu Qi. Their first dedicated date includes shopping for couple’s outfits, while a later visit to Xu Qi’s alma mater culminates in his rooftop confession. 62 70 297 298

Yae Syndicate Takeover

Yae returns to Japan under the pretext of bringing Rin to Modu, then seizes control of the Yae Syndicate. Her takeover prevents the organization from using Rin in a political marriage and gives Yae the freedom to return to the Golden Courtyard. 133 230 236

E.T. Studio Acquisition Projects

Xu Qi recruits Yae for E.T. Studio’s acquisition efforts because of her judgment and long-standing role as his adviser. She becomes Project Department Manager, executes acquisition plans, and helps redirect the M.H. operation into Operation Sirin. 578 580 597 600

European Combat Operations

Yae insists on accompanying Xu Qi to Europe and rejects the idea of remaining solely in a protected rear position. Equipped with Mobius’s combat armor, she participates in battlefield support and interception operations. 746 748 779 853

Notable Quotes

“I'm not suited to protecting anyone. I'm only suited to be a blade, to fight for someone.” 746

“Tell me, and I'll do it.” 578