A captivating and thought-provoking drama, depicting daily life’s constraints, I have watched ten episodes so far, and I am utterly immersed in the story... The excellent acting skills are convincing, conveying the real-life power struggle of small and medium-sized enterprises in China in the 1900s, striving for survival and sought development in the tide of the times in a gender biased industry, motivated by perseverance, determination and courage … If opportunity doesn’t knock, build a door, success comes from finding and seizing opportunities. I can’t wait to watch the next episode to see how this story develops, the path to success, in a male dominant world of the steel industry, with her unique vision and decisive personality, overcoming obstacles for a better future …
I wasn't expecting to like this drama but thought I would give it a try, however, ten episodes in, I am amazed at how captivating and mesmerising this drama is, it is a delight to watch Zhao Liying at her very best, she embodies and personifies extra edge that extraordinary natural talent brings is something that cannot be taught and is what makes great actors stand out … know what is required at a given moment by their viewers; to immerse in the drama