Female supporting character, Lan Tingzhou's strict and rigid mother who demands the Lan family adhere strictly to rules and propriety. She disapproves of Gan Cai'er's seductive demeanor and obsessive clinging to her son. She is not inherently malicious but fears Gan Cai'er will distract Lan Tingzhou from his studies. She brings white fungus and lotus seed soup to her son and is deeply concerned about his examination prospects.