Chen Jin’s mother, a traditional woman who works as an accountant at the same factory as her husband. She is gentle, hardworking, and always smiles at her children. Her skin is rough from manual labor, and her arms are strong rather than delicate. She often cooks braised pork for the family. When Chen Wei complains about Chen Jin, she dismisses it calmly and tells everyone to eat while the food is hot. She supports her husband’s decisions regarding their children’s upbringing.
