Jiang Chenglin

Biodata

Background / History

Factory Work and Disability

Before Jiang Tian disappeared, Jiang Chenglin was a skilled technician at a large factory. His wages supported the family's basic needs, while his wife Wu Xiuli's textile-mill income afforded them some additional comforts 3.

A machine later crushed his leg and shattered its bones. The injury left him crippled for three or four years; hospital treatment would have cost at least several hundred thousand yuan, with no guarantee of success. Unwilling to spend that much, he went without treatment and left his factory job 6 9.

Security Work and Reunion

Jiang Chenglin became a security guard at the Su Group, earning four or five thousand yuan monthly with meals and accommodation provided. Captain Yang Bin and his associates left the work to him while they played cards and drank. Yang Bin also borrowed five thousand yuan without repaying it, then demanded another five thousand that Jiang Chenglin was saving for his daughter's education 6 7.

When Jiang Chenglin refused and threatened to report him to HR, Yang Bin had Little Dragon and Little Tiger restrain him and stole the cash from his pocket. Jiang Chenglin broke free, bit Yang Bin's hand, and recovered the money, prompting the three guards to beat him unconscious 6 7.

Jiang Tian arrived with Wu Xiuli, killed the attackers, and revived his father with spiritual energy. Jiang Chenglin awoke still clutching the money and insisting that it belonged to his daughter's college fund. Recognizing his son after ten years apart, he embraced him in tears 7.

Recovery and Police Confrontation

At home, Jiang Chenglin initially dismissed Jiang Tian's promise to heal his leg, having long since abandoned hope of recovery. Nevertheless, he trusted his son enough to drink water mixed with powdered Bone Regrowth Pill. Jiang Tian then channeled spiritual energy into his calf, restoring it in less than a minute and removing its scar, pain, and weakness 8 9.

Despite their joyful reunion, Jiang Chenglin feared that the guards' deaths would send Jiang Tian to prison. He offered to spend money and seek help to reduce a possible sentence. When police came to arrest Jiang Tian, he even asked whether he could serve the prison term in his son's place 7 8 10 13.

Jiang Chenglin and Wu Xiuli later stood in front of their son to plead with armed officers not to shoot him. The ordeal caused both parents to faint from fright. Afterward, Jiang Chenglong explained that Jiang Tian had helped capture a spy and received the Guardian of the Nation Medal, turning their alarm into excitement 14 16.

Forced Demolition and Later Life

During an attempted forced demolition, Jiang Chenglin challenged the gang's right to destroy the family home and threatened to call the police. He shielded Wu Xiuli, then fought back with a shovel when Brother Leopard's men advanced. The attackers pulled him to the ground and beat both parents before Jiang Tian intervened 24 25.

By Chapter 46, Jiang Chenglin no longer went to work, but remained restless and rode his battered tricycle around daily. Jiang Tian's gift of two bottles of Feitian Moutai delighted him; he said he had never tasted liquor that good and invited his son to drink with him that evening 46.

Appearance

Jiang Chenglin has a deeply wrinkled, weathered face that visibly reflects his years of hardship 6 7.

• Former limp: His crushed leg made him walk unevenly before its treatment 6.
• Former leg injury: His calf was withered and bore a centipede-like scar; both returned to normal after Jiang Tian healed him 9.

Personality

Jiang Chenglin is frugal and devoted to his children. He refused expensive treatment for his own leg and endured workplace exploitation while saving for Jiang Wan'er's education. Though usually meek with his coworkers, he resisted violently when they tried to take those savings 6 7 9.

He respects the law but places his family's safety above his own. His fear of punishment leads him to urge Jiang Tian toward surrender, yet he is also willing to let his son flee, offer himself for imprisonment, and face armed officers to protect him 7 8 13 14.

He increasingly respects Jiang Tian's independence. After recognizing that his son's abilities exceed his understanding, he discourages Wu Xiuli from interfering with his decisions or pressing him about money. He still firmly reminds Jiang Tian not to act rashly or disregard the law 16 28 46.

Equipment / Items

• Battered tricycle — Used for daily outings after he stops working 46.
• Two bottles of Feitian Moutai — A gift from Jiang Tian, received with particular enthusiasm 46.

Relationships

• Wu Xiuli — Wife. They share concern for their children and jointly plead for Jiang Tian's safety; Jiang Chenglin shields her during the demolition confrontation 7 14 24.
• Jiang Tian — Son, reunited with him after a ten-year disappearance. Jiang Tian rescues him from his coworkers and heals his leg; Jiang Chenglin supports his independence while urging lawful conduct 7 9 16 28.
• Jiang Wan'er — Daughter. Her living expenses and future college education motivate his efforts to recover and protect his savings 6 7.
• Yang Bin — Abusive security captain who exploits his dependence on the job, withholds borrowed money, and orders his beating 6.
• Jiang Chenglong — Special Security Bureau officer who explains Jiang Tian's service to the nation and later brings gifts for the family 16 46.

Notable Quotes

“This money is for my daughter's college education! None of you are taking it!” 7

“Tian, I know you must have some secrets, but I still want to remind you of one thing. A country has its laws, and a family has its rules. You mustn't act rashly again, understand?” 16