Wang Changhai

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Wang Changhai (王长海)
Alias(es)	“Nine Times a Night” (former nickname) 1
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Loyalty Hall
Occupation/Role	Hall Master of Loyalty Hall; identified as its Fifth Hall Master 1 8
Status	Active 42
First Appearance	Chapter 1

Background / History

In his youth, Wang Changhai was reputedly daring and fierce: he could fight four opponents at once and carved out his position in Loyalty Hall with a broadsword. By the time of the struggle over Jili Pier, however, alcohol and women had worn down his body; despite his solid build, he became winded after only a short walk. 1

During the pier conflict with the Fierce Tiger Gang, Wang initially believed Loyalty Hall held the advantage. Chen Niu’s arrival as the Fierce Tiger Gang’s hired fighter shattered that confidence, though Lin Fan’s defeat of Chen restored Wang’s position and let him taunt rival Hall Master Yuan Jiang. 1

Wang discovered Lin Fan enduring repeated beatings as Body Refinement training and was deeply moved by Lin’s declaration that he wished to protect him. Convinced that Lin was loyal and capable, Wang promoted him to leader of Jili Pier and gave him a pouch of money as a confidant. 4 5

At Cui Jing Tower, Wang was publicly humiliated after discovering that a mistress had betrayed him with Sun Yaowei. Lin Fan’s arrival, defeat of Sun’s eighteen fighters, and forced apology from Sun Yaowei allowed Wang to regain face. Emboldened by Lin’s presence, Wang made Sun Yaowei continue kowtowing even after Sun Xiao arrived to retrieve his son. 8 9 10

Wang later welcomed Lin Fan into his home and became distressed when Lin revealed his plan to enter the Security Bureau. Though he wanted Lin to remain at Loyalty Hall, he ultimately said that he respected Lin’s choice. 12 13

After Lin became a Security Bureau officer and arrested He Sen, Wang warned him that Loyalty Hall’s leadership wanted to see him and likely intended harm. He accompanied Lin to the meeting with Chen Qingshan and the other Hall Masters, then openly sided with Lin during the confrontation. 39 40 41

Appearance

Wang Changhai is a middle-aged, well-built man whose former physical prowess has declined through heavy drinking and womanizing. 1

• Formerly wielded a broadsword in his rise through Loyalty Hall. 1
• His current body is described as ravaged by alcohol and women. 1
• He can still present himself with the stern bearing expected of a Hall Master, particularly in public. 16

Personality

Wang values face, status, and the authority attached to being a Hall Master. He is normally smooth and soft-hearted, and he can lose composure when publicly disgraced or confronted by more powerful figures. 8 10

He is highly susceptible to Lin Fan’s confidence. Lin’s protection at Cui Jing Tower gives Wang the resolve to stand firm before Sun Xiao, while Lin’s later actions against Loyalty Hall leave Wang anxious but increasingly willing to back him. 10 39 41

Despite his insecurity, Wang is generous toward Lin and sincerely concerned for his safety. He promotes Lin rapidly, treats him as a confidant, and worries about the dangers Lin will face in the Security Bureau and from Loyalty Hall. 4 5 13 39

At home, Wang is notably submissive to his wife and jealous of her closeness with Lin Fan. 12 13 16 17

Relationships

• Lin Fan — Former subordinate and trusted confidant. Wang promotes him to oversee Jili Pier, relies on him to recover his dignity at Cui Jing Tower, and later calls him “Brother Lin” while warning him about Loyalty Hall’s hostility. 4 5 8 9 39 41
• Madam Wang (Wang Shi) — Wife. She dominates their household interactions, criticizes his mistresses and capabilities, and recognizes Lin Fan as her sworn younger brother. 12 13 17
• Chen Qingshan — Loyalty Hall’s Gang Leader. Wang has served under him for many years, but their relationship is strained after Wang supports Lin Fan during the dispute over He Sen. 40 41
• Yuan Jiang — Fierce Tiger Gang Hall Master and rival in the dispute over Jili Pier. 1 19
• Sun Xiao — Leader of the Fierce Tiger Gang. Wang withstands Sun’s pressure after Lin gives him the confidence to do so. 10
• Sun Yaowei — Sun Xiao’s second son, who humiliates Wang at Cui Jing Tower before Lin forces him to kneel and apologize. 8 9 10
• Wu Yong — Loyalty Hall subordinate who serves under Lin at Jili Pier and witnesses Wang’s promotion of Lin. 4 10

Story Role / Major Arcs

Jili Pier Conflict

Wang leads Loyalty Hall’s side in the dispute over Jili Pier against Yuan Jiang’s Fierce Tiger Gang. Lin Fan’s defeat of Chen Niu saves Wang’s side from defeat and establishes Lin as someone Wang can use. 1

Lin Fan’s Promotion

After witnessing Lin’s brutal self-training, Wang interprets it as extraordinary loyalty. He appoints Lin as Jili Pier’s leader and entrusts the pier’s men to him. 4 5

Cui Jing Tower Humiliation

Wang is beaten and humiliated after confronting his mistress and Sun Yaowei. Lin’s intervention transforms the incident into a display of Wang’s authority, allowing him to accept Sun Yaowei’s kowtow and slap him before Sun Xiao. 8 9 10

Loyalty Hall’s Conflict with Lin Fan

When Lin arrests He Sen, Wang attempts to warn and protect him from Loyalty Hall’s retaliation. At the subsequent meeting, Wang is overwhelmed by Lin’s defiance but supports him by mocking Hall Master Han and claiming little control over Lin’s actions. 39 40 41

Notable Quotes

“From now on, you are the leader of Jili Pier. Everyone here is under your command.” 4

“Although this brat went a bit too far, as Hall Master, I have a magnanimous heart.” 9

Trivia

• Wang’s former nickname, “Nine Times a Night,” embarrasses him by association when Yuan Jiang introduces Chen Niu’s “Iron Fist King” title. 1
• His confidence before Sun Xiao is largely an act; after Sun leaves, Wang releases a deep sigh of relief. 10
• Wang suspects that Lin Fan may be trying to help him advance to the position of Loyalty Hall’s Gang Leader. 42