Hanae Tsugane

== Hanae Tsugane ==
Hanae Tsugane, the eldest daughter of Reina Tsugane, is not only the heir of House Tsugane but also the formidable leader of the criminal organization Kokuja. From an early age, Hanae was meticulously trained by her mother, honing her exceptional talent for managing vast sums of money with unparalleled efficiency. Her prowess in generating wealth has resulted in a substantial personal fortune, bolstered by her keen understanding of the best methods to amass funds.
== Personality ==
A master of manipulation and deceit, Hanae often leverages her stunning beauty to gain advantages in negotiations. Her extensive experience has sharpened her insight into human behavior, allowing her to persuade others into deals that disproportionately benefit her. Despite her manipulative nature, Hanae holds a deep respect for her mother, the only individual she acknowledges as a superior businesswoman and negotiator. Her loyalty to her family is evident in her unwavering support for her sisters and younger brother.
Hanae is known for her ruthless business tactics, often disregarding losses to achieve her goals. At the age of 18, her mother entrusted her with the task of revitalizing the economy of the entertainment district, which had been suffering declining profits. Hanae's strategic interventions and innovative approaches breathed new life into the district, resulting in a significant increase in revenues. 
As a child Hanae’s penchant for teasing was well-known. Whenever the Shogun summoned the four great houses to the capital, she seized every opportunity to engage in her favorite pastime—teasing Ryoichi. His quick temper and propensity to get easily flustered made him the perfect target. Her jests and taunts, always delivered with a twinkle in her eye, never failed to elicit a reaction from him, much to her delight.
However, unbeknownst to her at the time, her incessant teasing was not just for amusement. It was a manifestation of her burgeoning feelings for Ryoichi, feelings she only came to understand much later. By the time she realized that her playful behavior was a cover for her affection, Ryoichi had already departed for Havenridge, leaving her to ponder what might have been.
== Physical appearance ==
Hanae’s physical appearance is as striking as her business acumen. With long blonde hair, blue eyes, and a curvaceous figure, she captivates many men. She always dons the traditional attire of House Tsugane, a black kimono with intricate yellow snake patterns woven from expensive fabrics and silk. Her love for luxury is evident in her penchant for wearing extravagant jewelry and smoking an ornate pipe on occasion. Her meticulously maintained appearance, featuring flawless skin and manicured nails, further enhances her allure.
== Abilities ==
While Hanae is not much of a fighter, her true strengths lie in her ability to read people and her outstanding negotiation skills. Her success in the entertainment district led to a dramatic increase in revenue and revitalization of the area
== Leadership of Kokuja ==
A year after taking control of the entertainment district, Hanae assumed leadership of Kokuja. The current leader's susceptibility to beautiful women made it easy for Hanae to manipulate him for her own ends. She funnels the organization's income directly into her personal fortune and the coffers of House Tsugane, driven by her belief that her family should not relinquish so much of their legally earned money to the empire. Hanae also uses Kokuja to advance her own agenda, expanding her influence through the acquisition of brothels, casinos, and underground fight betting rings.
Despite being aware of her daughter's illicit activities, Reina Tsugane does nothing to oppose her, sharing Hanae’s disdain for the empire’s financial demands. However, Hanae’s maneuvers have led to conflicts with House Kanzaki. Their outpost in Crystalbloom has detected the connection between Kokuja and the Tsugane family, leading to increased scrutiny and tighter controls.