Wiki & Encyclopedia: Absolute Power Of Officialdom

A new civil servant assigned to Qing Mountain Township. Initially top of his cohort, he is mistakenly or unfairly assigned to the poorest, most remote township. He is resourceful and brave, notably saving an unconscious woman from a burning vehicle after a car accident.

The Director of the Civil Affairs Office in Qing Mountain Township. He shows little interest or support for newcomers.

The Deputy Director of the Civil Affairs Office. An arrogant, hostile, and abusive official who bullies subordinates and asserts dominance over the office.

A staff member in the Civil Affairs Office who follows instructions from the Deputy Director.

The Deputy Party Secretary of Qing Mountain Township. She is described as an intimidating, cool, and mysterious figure whom others fear. She takes an interest in Qin Feng's career and uses her authority to pressure the Civil Affairs Office to bring him back from his assignment at the nursing home, hinting at potential disciplinary investigations regarding corruption to exert influence.

A staff member in the Party and Government Office. He finds Hu Jiayun intimidating.

The Party Secretary of Qing Mountain Township and the top official. He uses his authority to promote Qin Feng as a political maneuver to assert dominance over Township Head Wang Yunfei.

The Township Head of Qing Mountain Township. A political rival to Secretary Xu Guoli and the backer of the thug-turned-official Yang Delin.

The Deputy Township Head in charge of Civil Affairs. He appears sidelined or defensive during political meetings regarding the recent inspection.

The Deputy Township Head in charge of urban construction and planning. He acts as a political tool for Township Head Wang Yunfei, shifting blame toward lower-level staff to avoid administrative consequences.

The Director of the Party and Government Office, also serving as the Propaganda Committee Member. He readily acts on the hints of Secretary Xu Guoli to target specific employees for disciplinary action.

Qin Feng's former university girlfriend and classmate, famously considered the prettiest girl in their class. She is opportunistic and pragmatic, ultimately abandoning an established relationship with Qin Feng to seek financial and professional security with the son of a high-ranking local official.

The son of the Vice Executive County Head. He uses his father's political shadow to exert power in the region. He acts as the antagonist to Qin Feng, orchestrating his harsh reassignment to Bishan and subsequent termination with the help of his subordinate, Wang Yunfei.