Shao Baoling, once a dazzling billionaire in Yiwu, has seen it all - from the highs of being a "Suitcase Queen" to the lows of bankruptcy and battling cancer. But she's not one to back down. Shao is now back on her feet, selling steamed buns and noodles, showing the world the guts and grit of the people of Yiwu.

Shao's suitcase empire was booming around 2010, with sales hitting the hundreds of millions. But then, a financial storm hit in 2014, and her business crumbled, leaving her with a mountain of debt. Yet, instead of giving up, she's now starting all over again, making a fresh buck with every bun and bowl she sells.

Her story is a hit with many, especially in these tough times when businesses are facing all sorts of challenges. Shao's journey proves that Zhejiang's merchants, like her, have a spirit that won't be tamed.

The government of Zhejiang are also stepping up, backing private businesses with policies, aiming to provide a warm and supportive environment for businesses to thrive.

In the face of adversity, Shao Baoling's story is a beacon of hope, reminding us that as long as we continue to strive, we are never truly defeated. Her perseverance is a real-life lesson in bouncing back, a lesson that transcends borders and industries. It is this spirit of relentless pursuit and the courage to start anew that defines the essence of success, not just in business, but in life as a whole.

Reporter Yan Yiqi

Intern Qin Yuanyuan, Wu Mian