The Path of Survival.

Summary

Xiao Fan and Guo Hong face a material shortage while constructing a boat, realizing they need more iron nails than initially thought. After returning to the forge, they gather the necessary materials but feel urgency as the task is taking longer than expected. They successfully secure the iron nails and staples, but the rope proves unnecessary. Despite attempts to tie bamboo to the keel, the structure remains unstable. Xiao Fan proposes wrapping the boat with bamboo to better withstand waves, explaining that this method redistributes force and enhances resilience. The chapter concludes with a transition to the next phase of their project.

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