Shen Yi is a capable and hardworking young man. His father Shen Ping died saving Su Chunlin and others. He was betrothed to Mo Chunxiang but she broke it off. He comes to Dongmen Village to help with well-digging and proves skilled in locating water sources. He defends Su Tai when she is attacked by Xiong Dao and his gang. He stays at the Su family's home and seems to develop a connection with Su Tai. He is calm, resourceful, and respected by the village heads.
