Antagonist, a local gang leader and tyrant in Xiangyang County who monopolizes the chili trade. He buys chilies from farmers at three mao per jin and resells at three yuan per jin. He uses violence and intimidation to control the market, including breaking legs, dumping goods into rivers, and blocking roads. He has a thick gold chain, a beer belly, and commands dozens of armed thugs. He was referred to as Tiger by his men.
