On January 27, 2026, an automotive blogger shared on social media that Li Xiang, the CEO of Li Auto, had extended an invitation to the 'Haiyan Brothers' for a meal. The accompanying photos captured Li Xiang engaged in a delightful conversation with 'Brother Yao', surrounded by a lavish spread for lunch. Subsequently, Li Xiang confirmed in a post that he had indeed invited Yao Dongquan and his family for an early New Year's feast, as a token of appreciation for Yao's courageous act of saving a woman from taking her own life on Xitang Bridge the previous month. At that critical moment, Yao Dongquan, who happened to be driving by, noticed the distressing situation and sprinted to the scene, rescuing the woman in a mere 20 seconds before quietly departing. Li Xiang had previously expressed his intention to treat Yao to a meal as a gesture of gratitude, and now he had made good on his promise, turning this gathering into a heartwarming example of mutual support and appreciation. It is reported that Yao Dongquan, a telecommunications installation and maintenance manager, was honored with the title of 'Bridge Guardian' for his heroic deed.
