Unshakable Faith, a drama that has faced both praise and criticism, is experiencing a remarkable surge in viewership, defying the negative reviews. Within just six days of its premiere, the show has achieved a peak viewership rating of 3%, making it a strong contender for the annual viewership championship on CCTV-8. Surpassing the popular drama "Furious Speed," Unshakable Faith has captivated audiences with its intriguing and interconnected storyline, despite facing criticisms such as actors' cosmetic surgeries, historically inaccurate costumes, excessive plot jumps, and unnecessary complexity. The series challenges viewers' expectations of spy dramas, as the protagonists, the police, are portrayed as constantly outsmarted by cunning undercover agents, subverting the conventional narrative of such shows.

In the series, the factory where the nation's submarine is being developed becomes a den for spies. Among the revealed spies so far are Chief of Security Li Guang Ming, whose destructive capabilities are formidable, and who even destroyed crucial case evidence. Li Guang Ming is under the control of Zhang A Shui, forced to comply due to the latter's leverage over a loved one. Another intriguing character is spy Lai Guang Run, who, despite being intelligent, falls victim to clever traps and ultimately meets his end during an art exhibition.

The upcoming character, nurse Bai Hui, undergoes a transformation from an innocent girl to a gradually darkened figure, posing greater threats. However, her ultimate fate remains unknown, leaving viewers intrigued for future episodes. Apart from the obvious spies, there is considerable attention on Director Ge, the head of the factory hospital responsible for the experts' well-being. Many suspect she may have hidden motives, possibly being the elusive "Snow Wolf."

Similarly, the secretary of the factory, Lu Cheng, is regarded by some viewers as a potential spy candidate. Although he usually performs menial tasks, his demeanor gives off an air of espionage, leading many to perceive him as an undercover agent from the moment he appears on screen. It is unclear whether this perception is a deliberate portrayal or a mere illusion.

Additionally, Chief Han is also speculated by many viewers to be the "mastermind" among the spies. At the beginning of the series, when Ji Dan Yang returns to the country, the spies are prepared to shoot him from a building opposite the train station. However, Chief Han suddenly decides to have Bai Hui present flowers to the experts, raising suspicion of assisting the spies.

Suspicion also surrounds nurse Du Fang's behavior, as well as the frequent visits of electrician Liu Si Mao, whose seemingly honest appearance is contradicted by his evasive gaze. Unshakable Faith stands out from other TV dramas due to its portrayal of spies as highly intelligent and resourceful, while the police are depicted as constantly trailing behind, only discovering the spies' clues after the fact. This realistic depiction of counterintelligence work resonates with the audience.

For the first time, viewers witness the antagonists' superior strength compared to the protagonists. The spies' abilities and tactics far surpass those of the main characters, as demonstrated by incidents such as the pencil bomb and reverse monitoring through a trumpet. Consequently, the police are often left bewildered and struggling to keep up.

In past anti-spy TV dramas, although spies were portrayed as clever, they often appeared to be no match for our public security. Their intelligence was often depicted as inferior to that of our law enforcement. The spies' clever actions would often backfire on them, and their small tricks would be exposed. "Unshakable Faith" treats spies as real spies, as they meticulously plan and refine their missions. Their strategies are carefully crafted, and they even go through multiple iterations and simulations, analyzing potential loopholes and conducting post-mortems on past mistakes. The frequent occurrence of "low-level errors" by the spies in the show is unrealistic.

Solving cases is difficult, especially espionage cases, which is the reality of counterintelligence operations. If every case were easily solved as portrayed in our TV dramas, it would be a disservice to the audience. "Unshakable Faith" portrays spies as "strategists" and "masters of disguise," leaving the audience puzzled. While it is just a TV drama, it objectively reflects the exceptional complexity of counter-spy operations, requiring sharper minds, extraordinary attention to detail, and strong logical reasoning abilities.

The audience simultaneously criticizes and follows the show, which may be a testament to the success and unique charm of "Unshakable Faith."