Shinji is a jester imprisoned in Kilsokonolina's palace dungeons. His backstory involves an accidental fire incident involving the former king. He shares a complex relationship with a rival jester, who is actually his brother. Shinji enjoys his work, but also has a darker side. He is passionate and intense, and his actions sometimes have unexpected consequences. He meets a prince who is grieving the loss of his mother and the subsequent family turmoil. Their relationship develops, marked by both affection and a power imbalance.