Tian Wang

Biodata

Background / History

Tian Wang originates from Tianjia Village, located twenty li away from White Crow Town 18. Before becoming a coachman, he worked as a farmer 18. At the Yahang Agency in Liangshui Town, he is hired by Lu Li along with horse keeper Liu Tou to drive a carriage transporting Lu Li and Liu Yueling to Nanliu Prefecture, a journey requiring a signed contract and travel documents 17.

Initially appearing reserved, honest, and simple, Tian Wang turns out to be quite talkative once on the road, sharing local customs and lore regarding Cloud Province City 17 18. He is also familiar with the surrounding areas like White Crow Town and its local gambling den, the Rebirth Temple 18 19.

Following Lu Li's conflict with the Huang Household in White Crow Town, Tian Wang grows deeply anxious and terrified that Lu Li's actions will bring retaliation from the powerful local landowners, believing Lu Li has likely been killed 20 27. Driven by self-preservation and greed, he decides to betray Lu Li by attempting to abduct Liu Yueling in the middle of the night to sell her to the Huang Household for profit and protection 27 28. His plan fails when Liu Yueling summons a Ground Owl that blinds him, and he is subsequently killed and beheaded by Madam Peng before Lu Li returns to the inn 27 28.

Personality

• Reserved and quiet when conducting business formally, but talkative and casual once out on the road 18.
• Knowledgable about local legends, customs, and geography around Cloud Province City and White Crow Town 18 19.
• Thrill-seeking and prone to gambling, showing excitement toward local gambling dens and dogfights 19.
• Self-preserving, cowardly, and fickle under pressure; easily frightened by powerful local authorities like the Huang Household, leading him to prioritize his own safety over loyalty 27.
• Pragmatic to the point of betrayal, willing to sell a child into captivity for personal favor and financial gain 27.