Dressed As The Cannon Fodder Of A Crazy Critic Of Powerful Officials

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穿成疯批权臣的炮灰原配

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Characters

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Xin Yueying

辛月影

Original Name 辛月影
Relationships
Shen Qingqi
Wife/Captor

A modern woman from the 21st century who died and transmigrated into the body of the minor villainous character Xin Siniang, the wife of the story's antagonist.

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Shen Qingqi

沈清起

Original Name 沈清起
Relationships
Xin Yueying
Husband/Antagonist

The intelligent but physically crippled and vengeful villain of the original novel, who endured torture and trauma before clawing his way to power as a ruthless politician.

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Huo Qi

霍齐

Original Name 霍齐
Relationships
Shen Qingqi
Subordinate

A burly, bearded man and the only loyal servant to Shen Qingqi, deeply protective and suspicious of those around his master.

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Meng Ruxin

孟如心

Original Name 孟如心

The heroine of the original novel. She is the daughter of a loyal military officer, skilled in medicine, and possesses a kind and gentle disposition.

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Butcher Wang

王屠户

Original Name 王屠户

A local butcher in the village who manipulated the original Xin Siniang into conspiring against her husband.

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Butcher Wang

老王

Original Name 老王
Relationships
Xin Yueying
Conspirator

A thin, unattractive man who works as a butcher. He appears to have an illicit and conspiratorial past with the original Xin Siniang, intending to harm the household.

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Carpenter Yang

杨木匠

Original Name 杨木匠
Relationships
Xin Yueying
Business Associate

A local carpenter whose shop is adjacent to a coffin store, leading to low business traffic. He recognizes the value in Xin Yueying's wheelchair design and enters a business partnership with her.

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Officer Meng

孟校尉

Original Name 孟校尉
Relationships
Meng Ruxin
Father/Daughter

A retired or disgraced military officer currently living in hiding, whose family relies solely on his daughter's local medical practice.

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Stepmother Meng

孟如心的继母

Original Name 孟如心的继母
Relationships
Meng Ruxin
Stepmother/Stepdaughter

The stepmother of Meng Ruxin who frequently complains about the family's financial struggles and expresses resentment toward the medical aid Meng Ruxin provides to the Shen family.

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Master Meng

孟父

Original Name 孟父
Relationships
Meng Ruxin
Father/Daughter
Stepmother Meng
Husband/Wife

The father of Meng Ruxin. A formerly respectable man now frail, gray-haired, and burdened by his family's fall from grace.

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The Unconscious Man

昏迷的男子

Original Name 昏迷的男子

A mysterious figure hidden by Meng Ruxin who is currently injured and unconscious. He is identified by Xin Yueying as the male lead of the original story.

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Mother Song

宋氏

Original Name 宋氏
Relationships
Meng Ruxin
Mother/Daughter
Xin Yueying
Acquaintance

The strict and practical mother of Meng Ruxin, who is focused on maintaining the family's reputation and disciplining her daughter.

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Bai Lan'er

白兰儿

Original Name 白兰儿
Relationships
Xin Yueying
Antagonist
孟家
Associate

A hostile visitor appearing to be a medical practitioner representing the Meng family, who is aggressive and clearly dislikes Xin Yueying.

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Aunt Song

宋大娘

Original Name 宋大娘
Relationships
Xin Yueying
Acquaintance

A straightforward neighbor whom Xin Yueying considers to be an authentic and genuine person.

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Doctor Ma

瘸马

Original Name 瘸马
Relationships
Xin Yueying
Potential Provider

A cynical and highly skilled physician formerly based in a local clinic. Forced out of business by Meng Ruxin's free medical charity, he resorted to poisoning wells for revenge and lives near Niujia Mountain.

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Li Gold-Tooth

李金牙

Original Name 李金牙
Relationships
Shen Qingqi
Former Subordinate

A former cavalry soldier under Shen Qingqi, known for replacing his teeth with gold nuggets rewarded for valor.

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Xie Asheng

谢阿生

Original Name 谢阿生
Relationships
Xin Yueying
Patient/Savior

A rugged, mysterious man using a pseudonym who exhibits extraordinary vitality and resilience after recovering from severe injuries. He is gluttonous and unrefined, contrasting with the aristocratic demeanor of Shen Qingqi.

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Aunt Song

宋姨

Original Name 宋姨

A local acquaintance referenced by Xin Yueying as a potential person she might stay with.

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Guan Waishan

关外山

Original Name 关外山
Relationships
Xin Yueying
Subordinate/Consultant
Shang Heng
Superior

A corrupt local police chief who exploits merchants by demanding 'tributes' for protection. He is greedy, power-hungry, and easily manipulated, but serves as a dangerous authority figure who could potentially trigger a government crackdown.

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Shang Heng

尚恒

Original Name 尚恒
Relationships
Meng Ruxin
Secret Admirer
Guan Waishan
Subordinate

A low-ranking, short-statured bailiff working for Guan Waishan. He secretly admires Meng Ruxin and attempts to steer her away from danger, though he acts subserviently toward his superior.

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Xin Yueying's Elder Brother

辛家大哥

Original Name 辛家大哥
Relationships
Xin Yueying
Estranged Sibling

A compulsive gambler from Xin Village who famously sold his own sister into marriage to satisfy his debts.

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Village Crone

婆子

Original Name 婆子
Relationships
Meng Ruxin
Follower

An aggressive and gossiping elderly villager. She is a fanatical supporter of Meng Ruxin and frequently harasses Xin Yueying, eventually dying during a confrontation at the main residence.

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Officer Guan

关爷

Original Name 关爷
Relationships
Doctor Ma
Overseer

A local law enforcement official or constable who provides protection or care to Doctor Ma, unknowingly being manipulated by Xin Yueying.

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Cai Ergou

蔡二狗

Original Name 蔡二狗
Relationships
Xin Yueying
Pawn
Doctor Ma
Pawn

A simple-minded villager grieving the loss of his father. He easily falls prey to manipulation, believing that Meng Ruxin's improper acupuncture treatment caused his father's death.

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Xin Dabao

辛大宝

Original Name 辛大宝
Relationships
Xin Yueying
Brother/Sister

Xin Yueying's older brother in the original novel's setting. He is a notorious inveterate gambler deeply in debt and is generally despised for his predatory nature.

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Xie Duan

谢端

Original Name 谢端

A character from the mythological tale within the story; an orphaned man who received divine aid from a celestial maiden, unknowingly mirroring the dynamic between the protagonist and her husband.

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Snail Maiden

田螺姑娘

Original Name 田螺姑娘

A mythical celestial maiden from folklore who descended to provide domestic aid to a poor, lonely man, serving as the figure to whom the husband has mentally compared his wife.

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Scarface

刀疤

Original Name 刀疤
Relationships
Xin Yueying
Captor

A local bandit and debt collector with a prominent scar across his cheek. He operates in the area between Xin Family Village and Niujia Valley, specializing in extortion and gambling.

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Xiaodao

小刀

Original Name 小刀
Relationships
Xin Yueying
Acquaintance

A new acquaintance of Xin Yueying who runs a gambling den and lends money.

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Nurse Xia

夏嬷嬷

Original Name 夏嬷嬷
Relationships
Shen Qingqi
Nanny/Foster Figure

The former wet nurse of the Shen family. She vanished with her husband and child after a shipwreck while attempting to escape, but gained profound reverence from Shen Qingqi, who later memorialized her in his private ancestral hall.

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Shen Yunqi

沈云起

Original Name 沈云起
Relationships
Shen Qingqi
Younger Brother

The younger brother of Shen Qingqi. He was kidnapped at twelve years old after a traumatic incident involving bandits. Though long presumed dead, Xin Yueying suspects he was trafficked and is still alive in a mountain bandit stronghold.

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Doctor Ma

老马

Original Name 老马

A local physician who provides medical instruction to Xin Yueying, specifically regarding acupressure techniques to help alleviate Shen Qingqi's chronic pain.

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Madam Xia

夏氏

Original Name 夏氏
Relationships
Shen Yunqi
Son

A middle-aged woman and fellow captive of Shen Yunqi. She is perceptive, quick-thinking, and fiercely protective of her son, immediately recognizing the significance of the token Xin Yueying carries.

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Doctor Ma

马大夫

Original Name 马大夫

A limping physician who works alongside Xin Yueying; falsely accused by Meng Ruxin of being a malicious conspirator.

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Hong'er

鸿儿

Original Name 鸿儿

The deceased son of Madam Xia who served as a childhood companion to the Shen brothers. His legacy and sacrifice deeply influence his mother's unwavering loyalty to the Shen family.

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County Magistrate

县太爷

Original Name 县太爷

The local administrative authority who is desperate to solve the salt smuggling case to boost his career and secure a good reputation before the visiting Inspector.

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Inspector

督查

Original Name 督查

A high-ranking visiting official whose presence is the driving force behind the local government's sudden crackdown on criminal activities.

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Magistrate Lu

陆县令

Original Name 陆县令
Relationships
Shen Qingqi
Superior/Protector
Prefect
Subordinate/Victim of oppression

A low-ranking, somewhat mediocre, and corrupt official who purchased his position. He is easily manipulated but ambitious, seeking to improve his standing by eliminating his superior, the Prefect, and is now following Shen Qingqi's guidance.

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Prefect

府尹

Original Name 府尹
Relationships
Magistrate Lu
Superior

The corrupt administrative superior of Magistrate Lu. He is a powerful official involved in the illegal salt trade who exploits and oppresses his subordinates while taking credit for their work.

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Old Tie

老铁

Original Name 老铁
Relationships
Xin Yueying
Supervisor

The construction site supervisor. He is known for demanding gratuities or gifts from job seekers.

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Da Li

大李

Original Name 大李
Relationships
Carpenter Yang
Fellow Villager

A fellow villager of Carpenter Yang who works at the construction site as a recorder/clerk.

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Taoist Monks

道士

Original Name 道士

A group of Taoist priests hired by the owner of the Gold Pavilion to perform a ritual ceremony at the construction site.

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Shopkeeper Guo

郭掌柜

Original Name 郭掌柜
Relationships
Prefect
Brother-in-law

The owner of the Gold Pavilion. He is a corrupt merchant and the brother-in-law of the Prefect, using his connections to extort money from others.

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Old Yang

老杨

Original Name 老杨

A local merchant and regular customer who purchases household goods and handmade items from the main characters.

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Shen the Third

沈老三

Original Name 沈老三
Relationships
Shen Qingqi
Subordinate

A subordinate of Shen Qingqi described by his master as reckless, impulsive, and generally lacking in good judgment. He is often used to handle dirty work against local thugs.

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Zhao Laowu

赵老五

Original Name 赵老五
Relationships
Xin Yueying
Neighbor/Nuisance

The owner of the wine shop next door to Xin Yueying's new storefront. He is a meddlesome, pretentious man who consistently tries to borrow tools and favors, and holds a bias towards Meng Ruxin.

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Yan Qingcheng

颜倾城

Original Name 颜倾城
Relationships
Xin Yueying
Idol

A highly influential and famous figure who commands mass adoration, revered by Xin Yueying as a personal icon whose mere arrival can disperse a crowd.

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Lianxiang

莲香

Original Name 莲香
Relationships
Xin Yueying
Acquaintance
Yan Qingcheng
Personal Assistant

A servant assistant to Yan Qingcheng at the Drunken Dream Pavilion. She is resourceful, helpful, and holds a sense of gratitude toward those who have helped her.

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Erkui

二奎

Original Name 二奎
Relationships
Lianxiang
Escort/Bodyguard

A subordinate or bodyguard associated with Lianxiang, tasked with ensuring her safety during nighttime outings.

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Zhao Qisheng

赵奇盛

Original Name 赵奇盛
Relationships
Meng Ruxin
Subject of Interest

A figure whose moral ambiguity is a point of contention between Meng Ruxin and Xie Asheng, and whose actions were investigated at the brothel.

help Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the main character of Dressed As The Cannon Fodder Of A Crazy Critic Of Powerful Officials?

Xin Yueying: A modern woman from the 21st century who died and transmigrated into the body of the minor villainous character Xin Siniang, the wife of the story's antagonist.

How many characters are in Dressed As The Cannon Fodder Of A Crazy Critic Of Powerful Officials?

123 characters are documented in this Wiki.

Where does Dressed As The Cannon Fodder Of A Crazy Critic Of Powerful Officials take place?

The story of Dressed As The Cannon Fodder Of A Crazy Critic Of Powerful Officials is set in locations including: Yang's Carpentry Shop, Niujia Mountain, Shen Residence, Meng Residence.