Shen Yunying's mother, a widow for many years. Lives in Jingyuan Studio in Taishi Mansion as part of the third branch. Possesses a generous dowry and has a broad-minded nature. Her life philosophy is that one's own comfort matters most and men are not worth getting worked up about. Skilled at managing household affairs and making preserved foods like candied plums and green plum wine. Maintains information networks through generous silver given to servants.