The wife of Qin Shanhai and the grandmother figure to Mianbao. She is described as young-looking and beautiful. Initially angry about the lost bicycle, she is softened by Mianbao's presence and accepts her as the Qin family's granddaughter. She feels a warm, familiar connection upon holding Mianbao and believes the child is a lucky star sent by heaven. She buys Mianbao clothes, shoes, and malted milk using ration coupons at the supply and marketing cooperative. She is caring and protective, promising Mianbao that Grandpa and Grandma will help if anyone bullies her.
