In the Water Margins, Lin Chong changed from a submissive and compromising prisoner to a rebellious, murderous and vengeful man who went to Liangshan. He was bullied and persecuted by Gao Yaya and others in prison, and finally could not bear the huge psychological pressure and pain, so he chose to resist and retaliate. He first killed Gao's wife and lover, then took revenge on Gao's wife. After that, he joined the Liangshan heroes and became a member of Liangshan Lake, playing an important role.