Yi Zhonghai is the First Elder of courtyard No. 95, a Level 8 Fitter at Red Star Steel Rolling Plant. He is the mastermind behind the scheme to take over the Shen family's house using moral blackmail and manipulation. He aims to secure Jia Dongxu's promise of old‑age support. He is cunning and initially tries to shift blame to the Deaf Old Lady, but he eventually confesses under interrogation.
