Biodata
| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Jack 6 |
| Alias(es) | Old Jack (老杰克); Grandpa / Grandfather, as addressed by Ye Yang’s household identity 6 9 |
| Gender | Male 6 |
| Affiliation | Holy Soul Village 1 6 |
| Occupation/Role | Village chief; Ye Yang’s adoptive grandfather and caregiver 1 6 |
| Status | Alive; remains in Holy Soul Village when Qian Renxue leaves in Ye Yang’s body 9 |
| First Appearance | Mentioned in Chapter 1; appears in person in Chapter 6 1 6 |
Background / History
Old Jack found Ye Yang as an orphan with no known origins and raised him in Holy Soul Village. Ye Yang credits him with saving him from starvation. When Ye Yang’s awakening at age six revealed neither a martial soul nor soul power, Old Jack continued treating him just as before 1.
After the identity swap, Old Jack encounters Qian Renxue in Ye Yang’s body while looking for his overdue grandson. Unaware of the swap, he brings her home for dinner. He notices her unusual silence but attributes it to grogginess; when she claims to feel unwell, he excuses her from washing the dishes and sends her to rest 6.
That evening, Qian Renxue loses control of the Radiant Emperor War Dragon’s power, breaking the room’s wooden furniture. Old Jack urgently demands to check whether “Ye Yang” is injured. Once reassured, he accepts the incident as an accident: believing Ye Yang has no martial soul, he sees no reason to suspect supernatural damage. He promises to clear the wreckage and replace the furniture, then leaves grumbling about the furniture maker 8.
The next morning, Qian Renxue announces that she wants to leave the village to seek work or learn a trade. Old Jack fears that his supposedly powerless grandson will be bullied, hungry, or cold, but eventually accepts the decision. Before her departure, he gives her his lifetime savings—several dozen copper spirit coins and some small silver coins—and watches her leave from the doorway 9.
Appearance
- Posture: Hunched, particularly noticeable when approaching Qian Renxue and watching her departure 6 9.
- Face and eyes: An elderly, lined face that crinkles into a kind smile; cloudy eyes that fill with tears at the prospect of separation 9.
- Movements: Bends down tremblingly to retrieve his dropped wood-chopping knife during the farewell 9.
Personality
Old Jack’s affection does not depend on Ye Yang’s talent or usefulness. He continues supporting him after his failed awakening and places his safety above household damage. His care appears in ordinary routines: preparing favorite dishes, keeping breakfast warm, and taking over chores when he thinks Ye Yang is ill 1 6 8 9.
He is reluctant to let Ye Yang leave but ultimately respects what he believes is his grandson’s determination. During the farewell, he turns to chopping wood to contain his distress, wipes away tears, and forces a smile before handing over his savings 9.
Relationships
- Ye Yang — Adoptive grandson, not a biological descendant. Ye Yang remains concerned for Old Jack after the swap, specifically worrying that Qian Renxue might accidentally hurt him 1 6 8.
- Qian Renxue — Unknowingly hosts her while she occupies Ye Yang’s body. His warm family meals contrast sharply with her cold, formal palace life. His grief at her departure makes her recognize Ye Yang’s importance to him and feel guilty about maintaining the impersonation 6 9.
Notable Quotes
“As long as you’re fine, just get some rest. I’ll come back tomorrow to clear this mess up; it’s about time I replaced your furniture anyway.” 8
“Take this. A poor man needs money for the road. Grandfather... Grandfather only has these savings. You... you spend it sparingly...” 9