Joka’s dislike of men comes from how little she trusts them. As a courtesan, she has seen how easily men can make promises, use women for their own pleasure, and then abandon them when they are no longer convenient. To Joka, men are unreliable. She is especially harsh because she refuses to romanticize the world of courtesans. She understands that many of the men who visit the Verdigris House are not interested in the women as people; they are interested in what the women can provide. That is why Joka is much gentler with the other courtesans. She sees them as people who are trying to survive the same system, while men usually represent the power to buy, control, or discard them. Her attitude is also part of her independence. Joka does not want to depend on a man or pretend that love will automatically save her. She would rather remain suspicious than allow someone to manipulate her with empty promises. Interestingly, her hatred does not mean she lacks good judgment. Joka can still recognize when a man is genuinely suitable for someone else, which is why she can acknowledge that Jinshi may be a good match for Maomao even though she distrusts men in general. Joka’s hostility is not just a joke or a personality quirk. It reflects her understanding of the dangers women face in the pleasure district, and her refusal to believe that every man who shows affection has good intentions. Thank you for your attention..