The father, a fourth-level worker at the mechanical factory earning 52 yuan and 8 cents monthly. He is the eldest child's father with four sons. He took a vasectomy after having five children because all five boys after his daughter caused him great stress. He is proud of his daughter Du Yimeng's achievements and considers her his favorite child. He has frayed-collared clothes but keeps them presentable. He sends 5 yuan monthly to his elderly parents in the countryside.
