Han Mali is a member of the Han family who lives in a modest residence with her parents and younger brother who is only eight years old. She initially offered her room to Xia Yuying, who was staying in a shack after being kicked out of the family compound. However, Xia Yuying later coerced her into surrendering the room, offering only one yuan per month in exchange while demanding that Han Mali prepare her meals and wash her clothes. Han Mali, whose family has benefited from the military presence, felt unable to refuse despite her anger and resentment. She was forced to move to a small shack next to the pigsty, enduring the humiliation and discomfort while serving her former guest. She represents the vulnerable ordinary people exploited by those with military connections.
