A person who lacks courage; someone who is easily scared.

(informal) little devil; imp; a term used for children, either affectionately or rudely; same as [[小鬼|小鬼|xiao3 gui3]]

be young in age but shrewd or sophisticated beyond one's years, often in a mischievous or overly clever way

It is easier to deal with a high-ranking official than with their subordinates or lower-level gatekeepers who can be more obstructive