Mu Jingran is one of Tan Mobai's friends. He is handsome, humorous, and outgoing. He teases Tan Mobai about his relationships and invites him to drink at Huangyu. He enjoys the company of women but becomes uncomfortable when they are too heavy. He asks Tan Mobai directly about his feelings for Han Du'er and Yi Qianqian. He is playful and somewhat gossipy. He drinks heavily during their gathering. He looks out for his friends but also cracks jokes. He represents the typical carefree wealthy young master.