Guo Ziming

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Guo Ziming (郭子明)
Alias(es)	Young Master Guo
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Guo Family; Xikou County Public Middle School's Elite Class
Occupation/Role	Merchant-family heir; student
Status	Active 89
First Appearance	Chapter 17

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Physical-assessment baseline	20	Lifted a 100-jin stone lock, but could hold it for fewer than two breaths; his lackeys nevertheless praised him as having reached bone-cracking strength.
Two bone cracks	52	Claimed two bone cracks and the ability to lift a 200-pound stone lock; he intended to use this improvement to challenge Fang Shuwen.
Improved stone-lock performance	79	Lifted a 360-catty stone lock and held it for two breaths; the result was recorded as 365 catties.
Six Harmonies Fist	89	Used the opening stance and a forceful straight punch in a spar against Fang Shuwen, but was defeated after Fang evaded with Snake Form Step.

Background / History

Guo Ziming is the son of Guo Huaili, a leading figure in the Xikou Chamber of Commerce. The Guo Family is among Xikou County's top merchant families, owning automobiles, a textile mill, and considerable local influence. 17 26

Before Fang Shuwen's transformation, the original Fang Shuwen spent two years serving as Guo Ziming's lackey. Guo treated him less as a classmate than as a servant, ordering him to carry bags, run errands, and buy things; he would also kick him when in a bad mood. 17 Fang's dependence on Guo's favor was partly motivated by the possibility of entering Shenghai Martial University as an auditor or study companion through Guo's connections. 9 10

When Fang refused to catch Guo's tossed schoolbag at the school gate, Guo reacted with anger and disbelief. He believed he had sent Fang fifty silver dollars for medical expenses, unaware that Liu Mang had taken the money. 17 Their relationship deteriorated further after Guo challenged Fang at school and underestimated his physical strength. 18 19

Guo later encountered Fang while two ruffians targeted them. His one-bone-crack bodyguards, A-Da and A-Er, were defeated after being blinded with lime, leaving Guo frightened and willing to offer the ruffians money. Fang incapacitated both attackers, then intimidated Guo into arranging for their disappearance. 21 22 This incident made Guo realize that the former “Little Fang” was far more dangerous than his family guards. 22

Appearance

Guo Ziming is a well-dressed, chubby young man with thick eyebrows, a high nose, and defined features. His wealth is reflected in his conspicuous imported clothing and accessories. 17 73

• Often wears tailored Paramount suits, including a gray suit at the entrance assessment. 17
• Carries a gold pen and favors expensive personal items. 17
• Has a pale, plump build. 21 22
• Styles his hair with pomade and has been described as dressing gaudily. 73

Personality

Guo is proud, entitled, and highly conscious of status. He initially expects Fang Shuwen to obey orders automatically and regards his former lackey's independence as an insult. He relies on family wealth, guards, and followers to reinforce his position, while his lackeys frequently flatter his martial progress. 17 20

He is impulsive and easily provoked, particularly when Fang draws Zheng Shulan's attention or refuses his invitations. His jealousy leads him to repeatedly seek a confrontation with Fang, even after witnessing the vast difference in their combat ability. 52 53 89

Despite his arrogance, Guo is not wholly malicious. He becomes frightened when genuine danger exceeds his control, but later brings his guards to rescue Fang and Zheng Shulan from armed attackers. He also attempts to defend Fang when wealthy classmates reject him at a social gathering, indicating a gradual desire to treat him as a friend rather than a subordinate. 22 73 79

Abilities & Skills

Six Harmonies Fist

Guo practices Six Harmonies Fist, using its formal opening stance and a direct, forceful punch during his spar with Fang Shuwen. 89

• Has attained two bone cracks. 52 88
• His punch carries the power associated with double bone-cracking strength. 89
• His technique was ineffective against Fang's Snake Form Step; a light push after Fang's evasion caused Guo to lose his balance. 89

Physical Conditioning

Guo's family resources allow him to hire instructors and improve quickly compared with his earlier performance. 79 89

• Lifted 100 jin during the initial school assessment. 20
• Later lifted a 360-catty stone lock for two breaths. 79
• Continues training after losing to Fang, determined to eventually defeat him. 89

Equipment / Resources

• Imported Ford automobile — Used by the Guo Family to bring Guo to school. 17
• Buick automobile — Used to transport Fang Shuwen, Zheng Shulan, and the wounded Old Zhao after the ambush. 73
• A-Da and A-Er — Personal bodyguards; they later provided armed support with Mauser C96 pistols. 21 73
• Gold pen — Worn in his breast pocket as a visible symbol of status. 17

Relationships

• Fang Shuwen — Former lackey, rival, and later tentative friend. Guo initially mistreats Fang and repeatedly seeks to reassert dominance, but Fang's strength reverses their power dynamic. Guo later rescues him during an ambush and invites him into his social circle. 17 22 73 79 89
• Guo Huaili — Father and influential Guo Family patriarch. Guo Huaili sternly corrects Guo during Lin Xiu's interrogation about Liu Mang and the copper fragment. 26
• Zheng Shulan — Classmate and object of Guo's interest. His jealousy over her sitting beside Fang motivates another attempt to challenge Fang. She later thanks him for helping during the gunmen's ambush. 52 73
• Chen Asan — Current lackey recruited by Guo after failing to enter the Elite Class; Chen delivers Guo's challenge to Fang. 53
• A-Da and A-Er — Guo's bodyguards. They were defeated by ruffians using lime in an early confrontation but later assist Guo against gunmen. 21 73
• Liu Mang — Former lackey whose competition with Fang centered on securing Guo's attendant position. 7 9 10

Story Role / Major Arcs

Break with Fang Shuwen

Guo's established relationship with Fang collapses when Fang refuses to handle his schoolbag and no longer accepts being treated as a servant. Guo responds by challenging him, betting against his strength, and arranging confrontations after school. 17 18 19

Ruffian Incident

Guo attempts to use his bodyguards against two ruffians but is caught off guard by their street-fighting methods. Fang saves the situation, leaving Guo terrified of the person he once bullied. 21 22

Renewed Rivalry

After improving his martial arts, Guo believes he can defeat Fang and sends Chen Asan to summon him. Fang refuses, telling Guo that they should behave as strangers. 52 53

Aid During the Ambush

Guo arrives with A-Da and A-Er when Fang and Zheng Shulan are attacked by gunmen. His guards suppress the attackers with Mauser fire, and Guo provides his Buick to take the group safely to Zheng Mansion. 73

Attempted Reconciliation

Guo invites Fang to a gathering of wealthy heirs and promising students, calling him a friend when others demean him. Fang leaves rather than force himself into the hostile social circle. 79

Spar with Fang Shuwen

During Zhao Wanqing's free-sparring session, Guo challenges Fang to redeem his earlier defeat. Although he uses Six Harmonies Fist and double bone-cracking strength, Fang defeats him without seriously injuring him. 88 89

Notable Quotes

“I'm not the same Guo Ziming I used to be.”
— Guo Ziming before sparring Fang Shuwen 89

“I'm going back to train more, and I'll definitely beat you next time!”
— Guo Ziming after losing to Fang Shuwen 89