Wiki & Encyclopedia: 70: The Toughest Guy Was Made Red-eyed By His Wife

The female protagonist of the story. She possesses memories of a past life, often acting headstrong and manipulative to maintain her marriage, yet harboring a hidden protectiveness and regret regarding her stepson.

A soldier and the husband of Lin Qingping. Described as physically imposing and reserved, he is weary of his marriage and initially requests a divorce. He is a man of honor who adopted his late comrade's son.

The five-year-old adopted son of Gu Juncheng. He is the orphan of Gu's late comrade, living cautiously and quietly within the Gu household, often intimidated by his stepmother, Lin Qingping.

Gu Juncheng's mother. She treats her daughter-in-law with caution due to the younger woman's volatile temper.

Gu Juncheng's adopted son who is currently a growing child.

Lin Qingping's younger sister. She is hardworking, neglected by her parents, and currently being pressured into an unwanted marriage.

Lin Qingping's mother. She is opportunistic, materialistic, and views her daughters primarily as assets to be traded.

A villager and neighbor who observes and reports on the activities of the local residents.

A local village boy, significantly larger than Zhiyuan, who engages in a physical fight with him.

A gossip and aggressive villager who leads a mob to the Gu household to harass the family over a minor dispute between children.

A local village delinquent who previously attempted to harass Lin Qingping after a chance encounter on the mountain. He is the source of the malicious, defamatory rumors targeting her reputation.

A woman from the village who was previously engaged to Gu Juncheng. She is emotionally attached to Gu and exhibits clinging behavior towards him, clearly unsettled by the landslide incident.

The local official in charge of the village. He respects Gu Juncheng deeply due to his military service and regularly invites him to solve issues or socialize.

The local party secretary in the village, hosting the gathering where the characters are eating and drinking.

Lin Qingping's younger brother. He is perceived as opportunistic, visiting to consume food and milk meant for others.

Lin Qingping's mother. She is depicted as opportunistic, greedy, and favoring her son over her daughter, often viewing her son-in-law primarily as a resource to be exploited.

Lin Qingping's younger sister. She is timid, hardworking, and deeply obedient, frequently suppressed by her mother and targeted for a transactional marriage due to her diligence.

The mother of Lin Qingping. She is a greedy matchmaker-dependent individual who prioritizes bride prices over the safety and happiness of her daughters.

A well-known matchmaker from Lin Family Village notorious for disregarding the abusive nature of suitors in exchange for high engagement fees.

The father of Lin Qingping and Zhaodi. A violent figure who actively harms his daughter, Lin Qingping, with an enamel bowl.

Gu Juncheng's older sister. She is vocal, easily panicked, and highly critical of Lin Qingping's actions, fearing for her brother's finances.

Gu Youlian's husband. Although initially dismissive of hard work, he is surprisingly observant and follows Lin Qingping's lead in business matters.

The sales department chief at the clothing factory. He is initially defensive but eventually yields to negotiation.

Gu Juncheng's father. A quiet man who spends his time smoking, he is deeply concerned about his son's marriage and finances.

Lin Qingping's younger sister who accompanies the group to the provincial capital.

Gu Youlian and Du Gen's young daughter.

The manager of the Meisheng Department Store in the provincial capital. She is modern, professional, and has a keen eye for fashion and business opportunities.

Often referred to as 'Chengzi', he is Gu Juncheng, though the text uses both names. He sent a telegram to Lin Qingping.

A young soldier assigned to pick up Lin Qingping at the bus station and transport her to the military base. He is helpful and respectful towards his superior's wife.

A jovial, middle-aged doctor based at the military clinic. He is friendly, observant, and frequently teases others to lighten the mood.

A military spouse residing in the dependent housing area of the base. She is a friendly, gregarious woman who actively socializes and integrates newcomers into the group of spouses.

A soldier who accompanies the group during an excursion to the local town.

A soldier under Commander Gu's command who assists Lin Qingping in traveling to the train station after her husband's departure.

A military spouse with an urban background who appreciates Lin Qingping's baking.

The manager of the clothing factory. A middle-aged man in his forties who is described as being approachable and reasonable compared to his sales chief.

Lin Qingping's younger sister, whom Zhiyuan/Lin Qingping initially suspect of being a tutor figure.

An elderly, retired individual at the village school who secretly tutors Zhiyuan and recounts stories from the Romance of the Three Kingdoms.

A troublesome factory worker and ringleader of the group opposing Lin Qingping. He is arrogant, bullies new employees, and frequently mocks others based on their rural origins.

A factory worker who was previously part of Feng Debao's group but decided to stop causing trouble to focus on his job and marriage.

A factory worker who abandons the protest group to return to her job due to financial necessity.

A factory worker who leaves the protest group due to pressure from his mother.

A factory worker who leaves the protest group because he needs steady wages for his child's expenses.

A 20-year-old diligent female factory worker. She is naturally timid but shows silent support for Lin Qingping, expressing relief upon learning that Lin does not intend to quit her position.

The official in charge of security at the factory who intervenes after the assault and attempts to suppress calls for police involvement.