Father of Li Wuyya and Li Qilang, a soldier who joined the garrison at thirteen and became a squad leader (Seventh Rank) by fighting bravely in frontier wars. His monthly salary of 7 shi of grain helps support the large Li family, but the income is still meager. He respects his parents and works to provide for his wife and four children. He is not present during the post‑station siege but is mentioned as the one who secured Jin Yue'e's job in the station's kitchen.