Su Yao

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Su Yao (苏尧)
Alias(es)	Old Master Su; Grandpa Su
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Xia Country Endangered Animal Research Institute
Occupation/Role	Director of the Xia Country Endangered Animal Research Institute; wildlife conservation advocate
First Appearance	4

Background / History

Su Yao was part of an early Xia Country Endangered Animal Research Institute expedition to the Kunlun Mountains, tasked with investigating snow leopard traces. An avalanche buried the group; Lin Zheng rescued Su Yao and the surviving companions, though one of the five expedition members died. Su Yao later located snow leopard traces and completed the mission, but has remained burdened by the loss and his lack of preparation for the mountain conditions. 114 115

After recognizing Lin Zheng in an old photograph, Su Yao realizes that Lin Xuan is his rescuer's grandson. He becomes deeply emotional, asks Lin Xuan to call him “Grandpa Su,” and wishes to personally thank Lin Zheng after Lin Xuan has prepared his grandfather for the meeting. 114 115

As institute director, Su Yao follows Lin Xuan's livestreams and repeatedly supports his wildlife work. He considers Lin Xuan a sincere conservationist rather than a performer, citing his rescue of the giant panda family, his treatment of wild animals, and his consistently responsible public conduct. 36

Conservation Work

Research Institute Director

Su Yao leads the Xia Country Endangered Animal Research Institute and uses its resources, expertise, and institutional connections to support endangered-animal protection. 4 36

• Provides Lin Xuan with a direct contact point for future wildlife emergencies. 4 36
• Coordinates official approval for Lin Xuan to keep the young Saker Falcon. 54
• Receives Lin Xuan's animal-monitoring data for possible research and conservation use. 89
• Arranges and supports visits to the institute's conservation base, where rescued giant pandas are housed. 259 260
• Brings endangered-animal expert Chen Sheng to investigate the rediscovered Xia Country Rhinoceroses. 305 306

Institutional Influence

Su Yao is able to secure practical support for Lin Xuan through official channels.

• Offers Lin Xuan an S-Class contract through the Central Media Live Broadcast Platform, including a 9:1 gift split, no breach-of-contract fee, paid travel, and plans for global streaming. 95
• Helps facilitate Lin Xuan's switch to the Central Media platform and reassures him that minor streaming infractions will be treated leniently. 96
• Obtains authorization to present Lin Xuan with a QSZ92 pistol for protection against threats such as poachers. 112 113
• Supports the proposed designation of Lin Xuan's mountain as a nature reserve while explaining that villagers' land would be compensated and that access would remain possible under anti-hunting restrictions. 112
• Offers Lin Xuan the directorship of the planned Qinling wildlife protection base while allowing him to continue streaming and conduct rescues when capable. 254
• Announces the launch of the Qinling wildlife-protection plan, placing Lin Xuan in charge of patrolling two mountains and recruiting a five-person team. 309

Wildlife Protection Principles

Su Yao prioritizes the long-term survival and well-being of protected animals, even when intervention is difficult or emotionally costly.

• Warns Lin Xuan of poachers approaching the nearby mountains and relays the arrival of police and Forestry Bureau reinforcements during the confrontation. 53 59
• Supports solutions that protect animal welfare, including arranging for Hua Hua to live with Lin Xuan after her attachment to Yuan Yuan causes her to stop eating. 261 262
• Reacts with urgency to the rediscovery of two Xia Country Rhinoceroses and seeks to establish a nature reserve to protect their habitat. 306
• Consults specialists to help Lin Xuan treat the Little White Deer after its antlers are injured and bleeding. 357 359

Relationships

• Lin Xuan — Conservation ally and later an adopted grandson figure. Su Yao supports Lin Xuan's rescues, career, official permits, and appointment to the wildlife protection base; Lin Xuan calls him “Grandpa Su.” 36 54 95 115 254
• Lin Zheng — Lifesaver. Lin Zheng rescued Su Yao and other expedition survivors from an avalanche in the Kunlun Mountains. 114 115
• An Ke'er — Granddaughter. Su Yao encourages her relationship with Lin Xuan and deliberately brings her to meet him. 96 110
• An Hongxin — Son-in-law. Su Yao urges him to judge Lin Xuan by his conduct and to respect An Ke'er's choice of partner. 255
• Grandma Su — Wife. Their enduring affection and shared memories are presented as an example for Lin Xuan and An Ke'er. 261
• Chen Sheng — Research Institute colleague and endangered-animal expert who accompanies Su Yao to examine the Xia Country Rhinoceroses. 305 306
• Lin Xuan's animal companions — Su Yao recognizes and supports their care, from the young Saker Falcon and giant pandas to Xiao Qing. 54 259 285

Story Role / Major Arcs

Early Contact and Support

Su Yao first connects with Lin Xuan after the giant panda mother's situation is resolved, establishing a WeChat contact so Lin Xuan can consult him on endangered animals. 4

After watching Lin Xuan explain why wild animals should not be selfishly kept as pets, Su Yao publicly praises him as a positive-energy streamer and promises the institute's assistance. 36

Poachers and Official Recognition

When a poaching organization approaches Lin Xuan's mountains, Su Yao warns him of the threat, monitors the situation, and relays that police and Forestry Bureau personnel are arriving. 53 59

He subsequently helps obtain official authorization for Lin Xuan to keep the young Saker Falcon and continues to advocate for Lin Xuan's safety. 54

Platform Transfer

After Huya declines Lin Xuan's contract terms, Su Yao offers him an official S-Class contract through the institute's affiliated platform. His support enables Lin Xuan's move to the Central Media Live Broadcast Platform, where Lin Xuan can expand wildlife and environmental outreach. 95 96

Reunion with Lin Zheng's Grandson

During a visit to Lin Xuan's home, Su Yao sees a photograph of Lin Zheng and recognizes him as the man who saved his life during the Kunlun avalanche. He asks Lin Xuan to address him as “Grandpa Su,” turning their professional relationship into a familial bond. 114 115

Matchmaking An Ke'er and Lin Xuan

Su Yao reveals that An Ke'er is his granddaughter and brings her to Lin Xuan's home without telling Lin Xuan beforehand. He openly encourages her to pursue Lin Xuan, believing Lin Xuan would treat her well. 96 110

He remains a vocal supporter of their relationship, defending Lin Xuan before An Hongxin and celebrating their eventual wedding. 255 323

Qinling Conservation Expansion

Su Yao proposes the Qinling wildlife protection base and offers Lin Xuan its directorship, recognizing his ability to work with animals and his established conservation record. 254

He later works with Lin Xuan on endangered-animal cases, including Hua Hua's emotional dependence on Yuan Yuan, the discovery of Xia Country Rhinoceroses, and the official launch of the Qinling wildlife protection plan. 262 306 309

Notable Quotes

“You don't need to call me Old Master Su anymore. Call me Grandpa Su.” 115

“If you encounter any difficulties in the future, just come to me. As long as it's not something that endangers the country or is illegal, I'll help you as much as I can!” 115