Su Zhe is Su Shi’s younger brother, also a scholar. In the story, he accompanies his brother to the restaurant and is initially anxious about sneaking out to eat, fearing their father’s punishment. He eats heartily, devouring the fish‑fragrant shredded pork rice quickly. He is portrayed as more cautious and impulsive than his brother, but they share a close bond. He is dressed in scholar’s attire and carries the money pouch for the family. After the meal, he returns to the temple and is scolded by his father; Su Xun punishes him with a stick for failing to answer a question about the Analects. His character highlights the strict academic discipline of Song dynasty examination candidates.
