Lin Shuyao's husband of convenience, the youngest battalion commander in the Kyoto Military Region. He is described as upright, brave, and an outstanding officer who tragically died young in the novel. He has deep, sharp facial contours, profound dark eyes, a tall straight nose, thin lips, and a healthy wheat-toned complexion. He gave up his position two years ago and headed to the Southwest frontier. He and Lin Shuyao had only met twice before he was dispatched. He received a divorce application from her and had already submitted his own divorce papers upon receiving her letter.