The protagonist, a somewhat lazy and stingy man living in Bajiao Village during the summer of 1984. He is married to Zhou Aihong and works for the production brigade. He received commendation items including enamel mugs and red towels. He is afraid of his wife but also deeply cares for her. He had a terrifying nightmare about darkness, malicious shadows, and a falling moon, which prompted him to visit Old Yu the Spirit Medium for help.
