Wiki & Encyclopedia: Back To The Past: Siheyuan Spring And Autumn

The protagonist of the story and the eldest son of the Li family. He is a pragmatic individual who has returned to his family's courtyard home and secured a position at the local waste recycling station.

A teacher living in the front courtyard of the residential compound. Known for his calculative and frugal nature, he is always looking for ways to benefit from his neighbors.

The wife of Yan Bugui, residing in the front courtyard of the compound.

A temporary employee of the local Street Office who assists Li Heng in accessing his home.

A young and attractive woman who recently married into the compound. She is the daughter-in-law of Mrs. Jia.

The matriarchal figure in the Jia family and mother-in-law to Qin Huairu; she is protective and wary of outsiders.

The manager of the recycling station and Li Heng's superior, known for being pragmatic and supportive of his staff.

The elderly gatekeeper at the recycling station, a veteran injured in war who enjoys a relaxed position.

A young employee at the recycling station noted for his large family.

A resident of the compound, mentioned as the son of the middle-aged woman Li Heng encountered.

The leader of the cafeteria cooking squad, who is diligent in his kitchen duties.

An official at the government office described by Li Heng as a kind and upright person who handled the compensation matters fairly.

A Seventh-Grade skilled worker at the steel mill, living in the courtyard compound. He is childless, wealthy, and deeply concerned about his future care and retirement.

The wife of First Uncle Yi, who shares his concerns about their lack of children and their future养老 (pension/care) during old age.

A 70-year-old widow living in the back courtyard, supported by the neighborhood committee and cared for by the Yi couple.

Li Heng's father and a respected resident of the courtyard.

Li Heng's younger brother.

A resident of the compound previously considered by First Uncle Yi for future care, though his father's potential return complicates this.

A colleague of Li Heng at the Waste Recycling Station, typically found working in the office.

An elderly acquaintance at the waste recycling station who enjoys playing Chinese chess during breaks.

A resident of the compound known as the Second Uncle. He is authoritarian and strict with his children.

The younger sister of He Yuzhu, who is cared for by her brother.

The father of He Yuzhu and He Yushui, who abandoned his family to run away with a widow.

The younger brother of Li Heng.

A gossip and resident of the courtyard compound.

Mrs. Jia's son and the husband of Qin Huairu. He works as a factory employee.

A neighbor from the Guo family living in the compound.

An elderly woman residing in the back courtyard of the compound.

A deputy official at the local Neighborhood Committee.