Chu Lian's mother, a manipulative woman who leeches off Shu Lingchen financially. Previously, Shu Lingchen earned 5,000 yuan per month from an insurance fund and gave her a considerable living allowance. After the fund was delisted, she pressured Shu Lingchen to resume dangerous debt collection work. She emotionally manipulated him by saying she hopes he will take care of Chu Lian after she passes away, demanding he prove his sincerity by earning money. She is described as accustomed to Shu Lingchen's unquestioning obedience.
