[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-the-fiercest-man-in-the-end-times":3,"chapter-the-fiercest-man-in-the-end-times-the-fiercest-man-in-the-end-times-chapter-614":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","The Fiercest Man in the End Times",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2319852,4536,"Chapter 614: The Chief Instructor","the-fiercest-man-in-the-end-times-chapter-614",614,"\u003Cp>“Free? And three orders at once? You’re shedding feathers like a miser—I’d better seize this opportunity.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Speaking, Zhang Su pulled out two A4 sheets under the bewildered gazes of Ding Yongguo and Zheng Ziwen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Wait, Boss Zhang, you… you came prepared, haha!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ding Yongguo burst into laughter and took the blueprints from Zhang Su’s hands, unfolding them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hss… hnn!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ding Yongguo stared at the blueprints, letting out a string of strange sounds, furrowed his brows, and absentmindedly set the large iron clamp down on the anvil.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This katana… there’s something to it, Boss Zhang. This isn’t your work—whose master did you get these designs from?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Master? What makes you say that?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Su hadn’t expected Ding Yongguo to rate Ju Wuying so highly—had that guy memorized Ju Yihé’s parameters? “Do you understand Japanese swords?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ding Yongguo asked with serious intent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Japanese swords encompass tachi, referring broadly to a series of samurai blades.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Su shook his head in confusion—he’d never been fond of Japanese swords and had never studied them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Zhang Su shake his head, Ding Yongguo also shook his: “Then I can’t explain it to you. In any case, both tachi are brilliantly designed—in blade shape, edge geometry, angle, weight. You’ve seen my workshop—hahaha—I can’t pull this off.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As a seasoned master, saying this stung his pride—but if he forced himself to take it and ended up producing a misshapen mess, he’d lose even more face. Better to admit it early.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Uncle, come on—it’s just an ordinary Japanese tachi. You can definitely do it!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zheng Ziwen, seeing his uncle deflate, immediately jumped in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ordinary? With your skill, you can even tell the difference between refined and ordinary? Stand aside!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ding Yongguo glared at Zheng Ziwen. “Every component’s weight, the critical curvature, the edge details—clearly designed, highly sophisticated. It demands not just advanced technique, but also top-tier materials and a perfect forging environment!” “Old Ding, what’s this? Turn down orders right after opening? Is your hammer too soft or your furnace too cold?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Su figured the old bastard was just being lazy—he needed to be goaded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No, no…” Ding Yongguo waved his hands. “The short sword’s manageable, but this one… it’s nearly the size of an ōdachi. To forge such a large ōdachi, I won’t even mention the hammering—but the material requirements are extreme…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I knew you were just avoiding trouble. High material demands? Don’t try to fool me. You’ve got dozens of cars—can’t you dismantle them? Shock springs, stabilizer bars, drive shafts—take whatever you want. Still not enough? See that tank? Armor plating, track plates, cannon barrels! Enough yet?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shock springs are typically made of high-carbon or alloy steel, offering excellent elasticity and hardness; blades forged from them become both sharp and tough.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tank armor is even more impressive—usually high-hardness alloy steel, specially heat-treated for extreme impact resistance and immense strength. The downside? It’s so hard it’s difficult to forge, demanding exceptional heating and hammering skill.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Enough, enough…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ding Yongguo gave a strange smile. “Boss Zhang, when did you get so knowledgeable? Come on—we’re just making a sword. Do we really need to be this serious? Could we just lower the standards a bit?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What do you mean ‘just a sword,’ Old Ding? Weapons are life now—not toys for gangsters anymore. And these two blades’ owner is formidable; with good weapons, they’ll become even deadlier.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Su felt he hadn’t emphasized enough—and from Ding Yongguo’s words, he now understood Ju Wuying’s design was exceptional. He could ask her to design other weapons later! “Fine, since you want me to dismantle cars, I’ll take it. Also, arrange that thing you mentioned—I want to see it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ding Yongguo patted his chest, then pointed toward the parking lot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Su knew Ding Yongguo meant the fire zombie. He nodded: “No problem. Focus on the short sword first. Later, I’ll need to take the fire zombie with me. When I return—hey, Xiao Ju, you’re just in time!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he spoke, Zhang Su spotted Ju Wuying passing along the mountain path, with Zhou Haotian trailing behind like a shadow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Big Brother Zhang!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Haotian marched behind Ju Wuying, backpack slung over his shoulders, like a medieval European squire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet in Zhang Su’s eyes, Zhou Haotian now had three bubbles above his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Unconventional Thinking】【Diligent and Eager to Learn】【Adaptable】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After three days of interaction, Zhang Su found himself increasingly confused by the young man’s thoughts, so he finally used his long-unused 【Insight Tag】. The results proved the guy hadn’t exaggerated—he truly understood Zhang Su well, had a bizarrely endearing mindset, and, per Ju Wuying’s feedback, constantly bombarded her with questions—annoying as hell.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ju Wuying stepped under the blacksmith’s awning, saw the blueprints in Ding Yongguo’s hands, instantly understood, and nodded with a light smile: “I rely on Master’s skill.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Boss Zhang, is this lady… the blade’s owner?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ding Yongguo asked uncertainly, pointing at the tachi on the blueprint.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He and Zheng Ziwen had arrived at Leigou Mall before Ju Wuying left, and since coming to camp, they’d heard nothing about her—even their chances to meet were few.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Correct.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Su smiled and nodded: “Strictly speaking, we’re each other’s teachers. She’s taught me more than I’ve taught her—and she’s currently the Chief Instructor of the Yama Army.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Su never hid Ju Wuying’s contributions, nor minded others learning about his own growth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Whoa! Chief Instructor! Pleased to meet you. You’re from Japan? Your Mandarin is excellent.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, Ding Yongguo instantly shed his condescension. He didn’t know this woman, but he knew Zhang Su—Zhang Su had killed nine. If this woman was his teacher, even if weaker, she could kill six? Zheng Ziwen’s expression was priceless—he’d thought this thin, frail woman was just scary-looking, but now he realized she was truly terrifying! “Master, you’re too kind. I’m asking a favor—please forge these two weapons as soon as possible. I truly need them.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ju Wuying bowed deeply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Girl, no need for such a grand bow! Someone should learn from you!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ding Yongguo gave Zhang Su a peculiar look.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Go to hell. Get to work—don’t slack off. When it’s done, I’ll treat you to tea. We’re leaving!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hey, heard you’re going to kill zombies—can I come along, Ziwen?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ding Yongguo placed his hand on Zheng Ziwen’s shoulder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Can’t take him. Today’s mission is critical—he’s better off helping you forge.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Su turned back, speaking seriously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since even the King of Hell had called it critical, Ding Yongguo didn’t press. He did need help—and he didn’t want his nephew to die out there…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Yama Army, excluding two temporary workers, had twenty-six members. Four remained at camp. Today’s special mission meant neither Xiao Shuai nor Pang Dakun were sent to Xidaying Village. Including the two temporary workers, twenty-four were fully armed and ready to deploy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Big Brother Zhang!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Zhang Su prepared to step into the cargo van, he heard someone calling from afar—Wang Zhetao sprinted over alone, breathless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Big Brother Zhang, do you need extra hands for today’s mission? I can help!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Zhetao stood tall, dressed neatly, radiating confidence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Had Zhang Su not learned from Tan Huajun about Wang Zhetao’s behavior outside camp, he’d have been fooled by his spirited appearance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You and your father have been busy for days—rest at camp. This afternoon we’ll assign combat teams. If you really can’t sit still, help out with farmwork.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Su politely declined Wang Zhetao.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Farmwork? Got it, Big Brother Zhang!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Zhetao’s eyes had dimmed at first, but at the word “farmwork,” they lit up instantly—as if he’d just remembered something delightful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Su stared blankly at Wang Zhetao, who dashed off as quickly as he’d arrived, utterly baffled by what the guy was thinking. He considered using another 【Insight Tag】 on him—but held back. Only seven uses left. Couldn’t waste them! “Departure!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the order, the patched-up cargo van—still looking shabby but now repaired—led the convoy out of camp, followed by six other vehicles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The camp now had more vehicles than needed—even one per person would be easy. But for safety, they still used four per vehicle. The Yama Army didn’t handle logistics, so four per vehicle ensured resistance against sudden threats and conserved fuel.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>(End of Chapter)\u003C\u002Fp>",1364,"2026-06-20T15:15:17.100Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","6d356fc085852e4e2f20afb993d9266faea17e1f47d15cd4ff8ab3aa2892c788","the-fiercest-man-in-the-end-times-chapter-615","the-fiercest-man-in-the-end-times-chapter-613",694,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthe-fiercest-man-in-the-end-times-cover.jpg"]