During the news conference, Jiang Qingpeng, deputy director of the Shandong Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism, said the production is a classic IP rooted in the province.

"It serves as a cultural symbol that interprets the spirit of Shandong merchants and highlights national integrity. The aim is to bring regional cultural resources to life on the modern stage, vividly reconstructing the epic struggle of China's national industry in modern times and illustrating the resilience and integrity of the Chinese nation," Jiang added.