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The Manipulated

5 YEARS AGO

No, that's not what happened.

She's the one who called me asking to hang out.

So we did,

and I told her to go home after we had a couple of drinks.

What?

I'm not fucked up.

No.

I... I haven't done any drugs.

Well...

...maybe a little.

The thing is...

this girl... um...

she's not breathing.

Ah, fuck.

Dad, what should I do?

I think I'm starting to freak out.

Fuck me.

-Where is this from? -It's, uh, Spain.

They're usually pretty good.

-Here. -Cheers to us.

Attention, we will resume shortly.

-We would like to ask our guests... -Let's go.

...to return to seats.

I heard an investment firm won this bid,

but isn't it reckless to let a company like that

handle national data security?

Somehow they bypassed getting their credentials verified.

I'm sure money played a part.

-Let's sit there. -They weren't in the initial bid.

But they showed up in the final round and snatched up the project.

There's something fishy about it.

Why make us come all the way out to the boonies?

They think they can do whatever they want with us.

Should we shake them up a little?

We should.

-Let's... -Mind if I take a seat?

Allow me to shed some light, gentlemen.

That company has roots in security solutions

and now manages data for a major portal in Korea.

Now, what did you say earlier?

Hmm? You'd shake them up?

You underestimate their power.

Every last detail about the three of you can be easily collected.

The only reason they haven't is, you aren't worth the trouble.

- What do you mean? - Their pockets are deep

and the C.E.O. has many interests.

And because of that, they became an investment company

in order to manage various enterprises.

But their core business is data security, and that was why they won in the end.

One of the conditions was that the bidder had to construct the data center nearby,

but it was taken out in a revision.

That's highly unusual, don't you think?

Global companies build centers in polar regions

for the purpose of improving power efficiency.

But that seemed a bit too far away.

That's why we're building it here.

Anyone with a brain would know that.

Well, you must be a loyal employee.

Then how do you explain the government's sudden policy change?

Well, they probably have a close friend in high places.

Also, you got it wrong. I'm not some employee.

I'm the owner of this entire company.

Without further ado, I would like to introduce

the most important person of this event.

Please give a warm welcome to the C.E.O. of GA Investments,

Mr. An Yohan.

The three of you are sitting at my feast,

hoping you'll catch any crumbs that fall.

But don't worry.

I'll leave scraps for you.

Here he is, Mr. An.

Let's give him a big round of applause.

Arrogant prick! Who does he think he is?

I'll teach this punk respect.

His finger might work.

Oh, what the hell is this?

Hey, move it!

How does an idiot like you have a driver's license?

What kind of inconsiderate person parks their car like this?

Hey, move your car, dumb ass!

How'd you know I was thirsty?

I can hear the excitement in your voice.

You must have finished another masterpiece.

I wasn't sure if I'd find the missing piece,

but here it is.

I think it's beautiful.

Renoir once said that the pain passes,

but the beauty remains.

Wow.

ASSEMBLYMAN BAEK

But in this life, pain never ends.

Hello.

Think of it as a security detail.

Ordinarily, security involves someone

taking the hit for you in exchange for money.

However, I do things a little differently.

I start protecting you after an incident has happened.

And I don't charge money for these services.

All I ask in return, is that you buy me an art piece.

Now listen carefully.

Your son needs to put the body in warm water.

Don't worry, Assemblyman Baek. We'll handle everything.

Appreciate doing business with you.

All right, people, let's do this.

The thing is...

this girl...

um, she's not breathing.

Oh, shit!

Fuck!

His footsteps are everywhere. I said to be careful.

Why aren't you answering!!!! Where are you?!!!! 9 Missed Calls - Kongi

Well, your phone... turn off.

Fuck!

Shall we find some candidates?

Show nearby CCTV footage.

This guy keeps popping up near this home.

Bingo. Our culprit.

The order is ready.

Oh, thanks.

- Appreciate it. See ya. - Sure.

All right.

He stays busy.

Jeongdok Exam Prep Academy

A younger brother.

Is he watering those?

He must have a soft spot for plants.

What a pure soul.

His girlfriend's pretty.

Let's start sculpting.

Thursday, August 20

Cleaning Service

Make sure to take this, too.

What crime should I sculpt for you?

The real-time CCTV is...

Come on, turn the lights off.

Do it.

Collect everything that comes out of that house today.

General Waste Bag 10L

Bodily fluids presumed to belong to the culprit

were found in the victim's body.

It's gone.

He must have lost it.

Check if we found a bracelet.

If we didn't, find an identical one and place it at the scene.

Where's the bracelet? The one I gave you.

Why don't you have the bracelet I gave you?

My bracelet?

It fell off in Taejoong's room that night.

Excuse me, young man, could you lend a hand?

Let's put a plant here, maybe a China doll tree,

and make sure it's a sick one.

The China doll tree needs to be in partial sunlight to keep its leaves

from drying out. So I moved it a bit. I recommend adding pot fertilizer.

Time for the exhibition.

At the end of the day, we're the ones on top,

the 1% chosen to run the world.

People like us must never falter.

We rely on the other 99% to cheer us on and protect us

and forgive us for our mistakes.

That way we can continue to lead them.

Your son's name is Baek Dokyung, right?

We don't want him traumatized. So send him on a vacation.

He'll forget in no time.

MAN IN HIS 30S SUSPECTED OF DISMEMBERMENT MURDER

ARRESTED AT HOME IN AN EMERGENCY ARREST

The Manipulated

Talk to me.

Feed them first.

What the... Where are we?

Where are we?

Can you hear me? Are you alive?

Get them out.

-Get off me! -Move!

Okay.

What is this?

Shit.

No.

Oh, shit, man!

Since you dragged us all here blindfolded, I doubt we came to do any legal work.

You shove us in a truck, and now you think we're gonna act like dogs,

thanking you for treats? Fuck that.

Who gives a shit? I'm starving.

Aren't you guys hungry?

Is that lobster?

Eat up, you're going to need the energy.

-This way, boss. -Okay.

Come this way.

That piece of shit warden.

What's he up to?

This is bullshit.

What the hell's gonna happen to me?

Shit.

Oh, shit.

Fuck.

Hazardous Gas Handling Facility

Out on a walk, 2802?

Come here.

It's okay. Come on.

It wasn't easy to bring you here, so don't do this to me.

Get in.

Let's get you back to your room.

You were trying to escape, weren't you?

Don't worry, I'm not angry.

Actually, I kind of like that.

Desperation's good.

I see.

So you're the one who brought us all here?

I am.

-For what? -Does that matter?

You're already here.

Just worry about what's happening next.

If you want to be rewarded, you might want to focus a little.

There will be a match soon.

-A match? -Mmm-hmm.

And so all I'm asking is for you to do your best out there.

And if you come out on top,

you'll win a special prize.

Want to know what it is?

No, wait.

I don't want to spoil the fun.

You know, I feel like I know you.

Are you someone famous?

Well, I guess everyone in here is.

See you at the match.

Taejoong. I thought you broke out again.

So I've been worried sick about you.

What?

Isn't it awesome how they gave us lobster, drinks,

new clothes, like we're not prisoners?

Hey.

Since when did we become friends?

Oh, well, after seeing you fight, I've gained a lot of respect for you.

Without a doubt in my mind, your side is the one I want to be on.

So ignore any crazy shit I might do or say.

-What the fuck are you talking about? -I have to do what I can to survive.

I have no other option.

-We need to go somewhere. -Go to bed.

I'm begging you to come with me.

-Let go, man. -It'll only take a second.

Remember, I'm on your side.

-Why are you bringing me here? -Come on.

Boss, I brought him like you asked.

Hey!

Don't be rude and get your ass over here.

Hello.

Park Taejoong. Come say hi to the boss.

- This piece of... - Disrespectful bitch.

Hey, hey, hey! Taejoong, wait.

Listen, I'm fucked if you don't go over there.

Don't worry. You'll be fine.

Come on! Hurry up, asshole!

You're fucking crazy.

Look who it is.

With everything going on, I haven't gotten the chance to thank you yet.

You know, for this generous gift.

So thanks, man.

Shit. It still hurts.

At least your ear's back in one piece.

It's like it's brand new.

This little bastard. Are you crazy?

You really want to fucking do this?

Looks like today is not the day.

But I'm sure there will be plenty of chances to return the favor.

Oh, shit.

Did everyone sleep well?

You must be wondering where you are and why you've been brought to this place.

Well, your time begins now.

This is the land of opportunity.

What is this place, huh?

Isn't it obvious?

It's a racetrack.

Racetrack? Like, for cars?

Here?

Each of you will drive a randomly assigned vehicle and race one another.

Besides that,

there are no rules.

Is this some kind of sick joke?

- Hey, man, calm down. - Seriously, a fucking car race?

How are you allowed to do this shit to us?

Well, I got permission.

Man, this is completely insane bullshit!

You bring us here like cattle, feed us and think we'll play your little games?

You're fucking delusional!

I'm going to sue the living shit out of you!

Let's get the fuck out of here.

Hey.

Any other complaints?

Or does anybody else want to leave?

If not, then allow me to continue.

Watch out.

5 billion won.

That's the total prize money for whoever wins first place.

Wow, this is crazy.

Sir, I have a question.

If we're gonna, um, do a car race, how do we, like, get the cars?

That's all.

The number that's on your uniform matches the garage you've been assigned to.

Your car will be inside.

And to prevent any mishaps like we had earlier,

I'll give you chances to consult with me.

So if you end up having questions, just come and find me.

Sounds like fun.

At ease!

Shit, are those real guns? Huh? Wow.

What the fuck?

Shit! I'm already excited.

They're real, right?

Wow.

Fuck, yeah!

What the fuck is this place?

Hey.

I heard your avatar choked on a Bible.

Yep, he did.

Count yourself lucky.

My fucking avatar managed to survive for years, but finally died last week.

-Glad that shit's over. -Hey, keep it down, will you?

What if someone hears you?

What are you so afraid of, huh? Are you scared?

C.E.O. Yohan only invited us.

We don't have to be quiet.

What do you mean, "last week"? I thought your avatar got wiped out months ago.

Right.

This was my third one.

Fucking psycho.

Where are you from?

Hey, hey, look.

Whoa.

This is impressive.

Wow!

The party has arrived.

It's good to see you. Been a while.

Get in here.

I'll take one, thanks.

Holy fuck!

This view is insane.

Wow. This is quite the setup you got here.

Sit wherever.

Thanks for making time to come by.

Thank you for inviting us to make money in such a fun way.

Okay. Help me understand what this is.

Racecars.

So it's just a bunch of prisoners racing?

-What's so great about that? -It's not some simple race.

Uh, think of it as more of a dogfight.

Dogfight?

Dogfight is like combat, so...

Shit, I just got goosebumps. It all just clicked in my head.

Dogfighting with cars.

Won't there be casualties?

That's the whole fucking point. Isn't that right?

I invited you here so you could witness it for yourselves.

-Nice. -Seeing it with your own eyes

will be the most fun you've had in years.

Nice! This car looks fast as fuck.

Hell, yeah.

All of the prisoners will receive everything they need

to maintain and fix up their cars.

Is this a good car or a bad one?

A prisoner may not get a good car,

but that doesn't necessarily mean they're at a disadvantage.

The only rule is that there are no rules.

Nothing is off limits.

The prisoners are allowed to do anything to win.

-This way a little bit. -Got it.

Yeah!

Holy shit, is this for real?

Oh!

So what's our role in all of this?

You will be the founding members of this business.

With this race, we'll attract the high rollers who love to gamble,

and set up a betting system on the dark web.

Once we work out the kinks, we'll host more races and expand to other countries.

Of course, there are prisoners all over the world.

Hmm. You've put thought into this.

You said you'd give prize money to the winner.

You actually gonna do that?

I promised I would,

-but... -But?

...I doubt anyone will make it to the finish line.

The Manipulated

♪ The ashes of all are raining down ♪

♪ There's blood on the flags Turning brown ♪

♪ All creeping shadows are spreading out ♪

♪ You thought you broke me down apart ♪

♪ But I survived Despite the mess you left ♪

♪ I see the pain It fades away ♪

♪ The light is shining for my bleeding ♪

♪ I'm ready to go ♪

♪ It's time to rend my fears and pains ♪

♪ See what I was meant for ♪

♪ Show me what you got, I'm a big boy ♪

♪ I don't know who it is, boy Calling for the big boy now ♪

♪ Show me what you got, I'm a big boy ♪

♪ I don't know who it is, boy Tell them I'm a big boy now ♪

♪ The ashes of all are raining down ♪

♪ There's blood on the flags Turning brown ♪

♪ All creeping shadows are spreading out ♪

♪ You thought you broke me down apart ♪

♪ But I survived Despite the mess you left ♪

♪ I see the pain It fades away ♪

♪ The light is shining for my bleeding ♪

♪ I'm ready to go ♪

♪ It's time to rend my fears and pains ♪

♪ See what I was meant for ♪

♪ Show me what you got, I'm a big boy ♪

♪ I don't know who it is, boy Tell them I'm a big boy now ♪