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Little Lark.

Little Lark.

Been through a long tunnel of darkness,

been through the cold bitter winter.

Flew into this world after the night.

Your singing can be heard anywhere.

Your wings spread hope.

Flowers are blooming, birds are singing.

You've brought us a glorious spring,

you've warmed our hearts.

Alright...

Alright...

Go on then!

Here they are...

Mrs. Zhang, Mrs. Li,

sorry, I'm late.

Why are you here so late?

Has the plane touched down?

Yes.

There was an announcement,

she'll be coming out from gate four.

You must be delighted that your goddaughter is here.

Yes.

Did you listen to her records last night?

Why not?

I must listen to her records over and over again

or I wouldn't be able to sleep.

And you?

Of course I did, she's your goddaughter.

My husband tried to

stop me from listening last night,

I kicked him out to sleep in the sofa.

Here she comes...let's go.

Sure.

Xiaoyun.

Sister Xiaoyun.

Xiaoyun, you're here.

How are you?

Pictures.

Let's go.

Sure.

I received your telegram,

and I've prepared your accommodation,

you have a choice between Kowloon Tong,

Prince Edward Road, Kadoorie Hill, what do you prefer?

Sorry to have troubled you.

I treat you as my own daughter,

there's no trouble.

Mrs. Ma is so nice.

Kadoorie Hill is closest to town, how about there?

Alright.

I still have to talk to the press.

Don't worry, I've arranged everything.

Excuse me, everyone.

Ms Shi will hold a press conf. at The Tiangong Hotel.

We'll see you all there.

Sure...

Thanks.

Xiao Zhu, where's the Little Lark?

We're pals, help me out here.

Give me some tips.

What did Xiaoyun say?

Why do you keep asking me?

Press conf. at the Tiangong nightclub, come early.

Tiangong Nightclub.

OK

See you...

She looks gorgeous!

Yes...

Can you take a picture of all of us?

Of course.

Could you take a picture of us?

I want to be in the picture too.

Sure.

Thanks.

Hold the pose.

Thanks.

Hello everyone.

We want to thank you for your support,

for the arrival of Miss Shi Xiaoyun in Hong Kong.

Miss Shi appreciates it.

Please start asking your questions,

she will try to give you

a satisfactory answer.

Q&A time?

Let's go over there and stop being in the way.

Alright.

Just a while, that way please...

Miss Shi,

did you come here from Bangkok on your own?

I came here along with

my agent, Mr. Hao Zhizhong.

Miss Shi,

what are your plans here in Hong Kong?

I'll be working as a guest performer at

the Paradise Night Club, managed by Mr. Xu.

And then?

If there's a chance,

I'd like to go to Nanyang (Malaysia, Indonesia).

Do you have a boyfriend?

Not right now.

And before?

Before?

For instance, I heard that you're linked to a scandal

...in Thailand earlier this year.

Could you tell us more about that?

Sorry...

she won't be answering any personal questions.

Please help yourselves with the food and drinks...

Do start.

I'm not hungry.

Please...enjoy the food.

Almost time...

She must be exhausted,

don't take any more pictures, let her rest.

Take pictures of me then! Me!

Sorry, everyone.

Thank you for coming

to this press conference.

Miss Shi is tired, she needs to rest now.

Right.

She will be in town for a while,

you will be seeing her another time.

Sorry...

Excuse me...

Alright...everyone.

You've taken quite a lot of pictures today.

Thank you.

One more.

Alright...alright...

Thanks very much.

We apologize for

not being good hosts today,

please let Miss Shi to rest now.

Thank you for coming.

Help yourselves with the food.

Xiao Zhu, give me some news of her, please

Where does Xiaoyun plan to go?

Africa.

Africa?

What's she like?

What do you think? She's a woman.

No, I meant her figure.

38, 38, 38.

38?

Oh...I took pictures of her at the airport.

Right...that's her.

38, 38, 38?

If it's her, she shouldn't be called "The Little Lark".

Look for yourself! What do you call these?

Look for yourself!

There's nothing to see here! Get to work!

I promise I'll take better pictures next time, manager.

Fine, I'll give you one more chance.

Go interview the Little Lark right now,

ask her about the scandal in Thailand.

And do whatever you have to do,

just get me the news!

Or you're fired!

That...

Why did you hit me? Let's talk.

I didn't do anything wrong.

You didn't do anything wrong?

Stop hitting me, just talk.

I don't get what you're jealous about, it's crazy!

Are you calling me crazy?

You were staring at her picture.

I'm a private investigator,

I have to read and pay attention to any news about

singers, actors and actresses and socialites.

You are...unreasonable.

I'm unreasonable?

You've got some guts.

Who's being unreasonable?

I am...

Tell me,

dare to talk about other women being pretty hereafter?

Speak up...

No, all the other women aren't pretty.

They are vicious, ugly and fat.

Fat and vicious, are you talking about me?

Not at all.

Really? Apologize, kneel down.

Apologize...I wasn't talking about you,

do I have to kneel?

You must.

Gotta put some sense into you,

you've gone out of line.

Dear, what would Shitai think when

he comes home and sees this?

I'll listen to you from now on.

Don't move, don't even think about getting up so soon.

Don't move unless I tell you to.

Welcome home, Master Shitai.

Shitai is back.

-Shitai. -Sister.

You're early.

Brother-in-law studying make-up art again? Hey there

Shitai, you must be hungry.

I'll get the maid to cook something for you.

No, I don't have any appetite.

Why not? Are you sick?

What's wrong? What's bothering you?

It's trouble.

My manager has given me an impossible task,

looks like I won't be able to keep my job for long.

What kind of task?

Tell us.

Tianxiao, come! Help Shitai to think of something.

What's the problem? Tell us.

You know, I can solve any problems.

Alright...Stop boasting.

Look what has just happened.

Shitai, tell us.

Maybe he could help.

The newspaper office wants me to find the...

details about The Little Lark's scandal in Thailand.

Locating her? That's a piece of cake.

She'll be singing at the Paradise Night Club tonight.

Everyone knows that,

do you think she can spill everything out

to me when I go up to her?

I was not done yet,

you must do what I do best, keep an close eye on her.

Get to know her,

and then gain her confidence as a friend,

then she will tell you all her secrets.

The hills are green, the streams are blue.

Alishan's girls are as beautiful as waters.

Alishan's youths are as strong as mountains.

Ah...ah...

Alishan's girls are as beautiful as waters.

Alishan's youths are as strong as mountains.

The hills are green, the streams are blue.

Forever together, the young man and woman

Crystal clear waters are surrounding the mountains.

The hills are green, the streams are blue.

Forever together, the young man and woman

Crystal clear waters are surrounding the mountains.

What do you think? She's a good singer, eh?

What's the use even if she sings well?

I can't even see her clearly this far away.

It's fully booked everyday. Come early tomorrow,

I'll reserve a good seat for you.

Right, that's easy enough if you want to meet her.

After she's finished her song,

I'll introduce her to you.

Great! I want to meet her.

I'll come here with some other friends again.

Thanks for your support. You're always welcome.

Enjoy yourself.

It's full at the front,

please sit at the back.

After the wind and rain last night,

there's nothing except void in the dream.

Fallen red leaves have scattered the alley.

The drizzle is like my tears,

I miss you night and day.

What are you doing? This seat's taken.

Where are you now?

There's memory of your advice.

There's addiction of your love.

After the wind and rain last night,

there's nothing except void in the dream.

I look at the alley in the morning

Aren't you coming back?

Bravo, Xiaoyun.

Take a break.

Drink some.

Xiaoyun, come with me.

No.

Go on, they are here to support you.

Right, go ahead.

Excuse me.

Please.

Please have a seat...

Miss Shi.

Lucy, Jimmy, Robert, Fred

Miss Shi, could I have a dance with you?

Go ahead to dance.

Wait, let's listen to Mai Yun's singing.

Have fun.

Look at the hustle and bustle!

Great ambience in the smoke.

The singing is loud and clear, you can hear in the sky.

The music is excellent.

Young men and women gather.

Dressed in trendy outfit, vying to outshine each other.

Entertainment tycoon Cao Pingqing arrives in HK

Looking for Cao Pingqing?

Yes...he's staying in Room 209.

I'm afraid he can't take your call,

he's sick.

You'll come over right away? And your name is, miss?

Shi Xiaoyun the Little Lark?

Who's she?

Shi Xiaoyun the Little Lark

Shi Xiaoyun the Little Lark?

Sure...

That's a long name, is she a foreigner?

No, she's Chinese.

Check out Room 209.

Xiang.

Mr. Liu.

Dad, the entertainment magnate from Singapore,

Mr. Cao Pingqing, which room is he staying in?

Check for yourself.

Why are you looking for him?

What are you up to?

I heard that he's here in Hong Kong to...

look for singing talents for his concerts in SE Asia.

I just want to interview him.

Forget it, he's sick.

Dad, I'm a reporter,

I need to get my interviews.

I'll go freshen up.

Xiang, please inform the front desk.

Don't check me out yet, it's just appendicitis.

I'll be back in a few days.

Don't let the reporters find out.

Just tell my guests that I won't be meeting anyone.

Yes, Mr. Cao.

I'll send your clothes and other stuff to...

the hospital later.

Thanks.

Yes.

Bye.

Yes.

Go.

Xiang, is Mr. Cao here?

Mr. Cao?

Didn't you see? He's been taken to the hospital.

Master Liu, you're one of us, help me out.

Mr. Cao has specifically asked us

not to let the news out.

No problem, Xiang. I want to take a look inside,

I might take a few pictures.

Be careful, be quick!

Housekeeping guys will be here soon.

No problem...

Thanks.

Wait.

I'm a bit embarrassed.

I don't know this Mr. Cao.

Maybe you should go in alone.

Why? I don't know him either.

Don't worry, this is a business meeting.

Let's go.

Is that Xiang?

Mr. Cao, it's me.

I will be ready soon.

Take your time, we'll wait.

Mr. Cao, please forgive us.

We took the liberty to show up here.

This is Miss Shi Xiaoyun,

you might have heard of her as "The Little Lark".

I know...let's go into the sitting room.

Please sit down.

I remember now.

You were at

the club last night.

That's right.

Mr. Cao, you were at the club?

Sorry about it.

I didn't come over to say hello last night...

Don't worry. Please sit down.

I'm sorry.

Mr. Cao.

Please forgive me for being so rude last night,

there were many friends and associates,

sorry I've missed you.

Please forgive me.

No problem...

Mr. Cao.

Miss Shi would like to go on a tour in Nanyang.

We could use your help.

I guess you've heard

her singing, right?

Go interview the Little Lark right now,

ask her about the scandal in Thailand.

And do whatever you have to do,

just get me the news!

Or you're fired!

This is the first time you've met her,

after you've known her better,

you'd know I am not boasting.

What do you think, Mr. Cao?

We could talk...

Let's go for lunch together.

Let me treat you to lunch,

in order to make it up to you for my oversight.

Don't worry, it's my treat.

We couldn't...

Please...

Taking more pictures?

No, it needs fixing.

I'll drop this out of the way, please...

Shitai.

Sorry, why don't you go to the restaurant first?

I just want to leave my camera at

the reception so that they can take it out to fix it.

We'll wait for you here.

It's fine...

Come here, Shitai.

You go ahead, I'll be right there.

Excuse me...

Listen.

Could you take this out and fix it?

Could you see this?

This is broken, so is this part.

Are you talking to me?

Money isn't an issue,

return to me when it's fixed.

You want me to fix your camera?

Are you nuts? Who do you take me for?

I'm your dad!

I know, dad.

But you know it's my tool of trade,

if I don't fix this,

I'll get fired.

I owe you, dad...sorry about this.

Silly boy! But you can't ask

me to fix your camera.

Yes, I know dad.

But I don't have any money.

You are terrible

at managing your finance.

Thanks....

Take twenty dollars.

That might not be enough.

I'll ask you for the balance later.

Thanks, dad.

Xiang, come here...

Xiang,

please keep this for me,

don't tell my dad, thanks a million.

Mr. Cao, you shouldn't have taken us out to lunch.

It's my pleasure.

I should be treating you instead.

No problem.

Thirty five, forty.

Mr. Cao, how old are you?

Forty two, forty eight.

What? You're forty eight?

No, I'm only twenty eight.

Very accomplished, young man.

No...I'm not.

It's not promising in my line of business,

the boss is hard to please.

But you're your own boss.

Why would you have a boss?

Of course I have my boss.

For instance,

if I sign you to tour Nanyang,

then you'd be my boss.

That's a good joke.

Seriously,

if you could help Miss Shi to go on tour in Nanyang,

I could guarantee that Miss Shi will cooperate,

that she won't be a pain in the neck, right?

Of course.

So, Mr. Cao?

We could discuss this later.

The bill.

Mr. Cao.

I'll be recording at Golden Star Records later,

if you're free, please come along.

Great! I'll write the best report.

I'll be your best audience.

Let's go.

No, wait. Let me. The bill.

Fifty seven dollars.

Fifty seven dollars.

How could you just sign?

Your tips, send the bill

to First Floor's reception, let's go.

Sorry, Miss Pan Xiuqiong will record first.

It won't take long.

Please wait in the sitting room.

It's fine, we can stay here...

Have you heard her songs?

She's a famous singer in Nanyang.

Of course I know.

I've hired her to go on tour before.

Really? Then...

RECORD

Why am I crying for you?

Don't you get it? It's because of love.

The lover's tears are most precious.

Each drop is filled with love, with love.

Why am I crying for you?

Don't you get it? It's because of love.

If not because my lover is leaving me,

I wouldn't be crying.

Spring is here,

how could you say goodbye so easily?

Very nice.

I'm in my room, eagerly looking forward to seeing you.

Don't forget how deep is my love for you.

Why am I crying for you?

Don't you get it? It's because of love.

Miss Shi, are you sad

because you thought of your past?

No, I'm fine now.

Singers are very sentimental.

How could you be like this?

You won't be able to sing later if you keep sobbing.

Right, you'll sing in a minute.

Don't be sad.

It's our turn, let's go in.

You go ahead, I need to make a phone call first.

Hi, I'm Shitai, listen.

I'm her friend now,

I'm sure I'll find something interesting.

About the deadline, a few more days, please?

Alright, as long as you've got it

before she leaves Hong Kong

Don't worry.

You'll be rewarded.

I'll give you a special rate,

thirty dollars for a thousand words.

OK...but I need some money now,

could I please have something in advance?

What...money again?

An advance payment before you finish your work, huh?

What have you done?

Think of a way.

Alright, I'll think of something.

Unbelievable.

Are you alright, Mr. Cao?

It's freezing in here.

Here's my jacket...

No...

No.

No...

No talking, RECORD.

Look at the crab apple flower, it's budding.

My boyfriend is excited by her bashful expression.

My dear boyfriend, please behave.

How could you act like this with me beside you?

Flowers are in full bloom,

but none is as graceful as me.

My dear boyfriend, if you can't restrain yourself.

Forget about coming into my room from now on.

Excuse me, excuse me.

Mr. Cao, what do you think?

Bravo.

Mr. Cao, do you think...

Miss Shi is qualified to go on tour in Nanyang?

Certainly.

I believe when you go on tour,

the audience will go crazy for you.

Really?

So you'll sign a contract with her?

A contract? Yes...sooner or later...

Miss Shi,

I like the lyrics of the song you sang.

Could I take a look at them?

Certainly.

Brother-in-law, you must help me out no matter what.

Lend me one hundred,

I'll return it as soon as I get paid.

I hardly have any extra cash on me,

you better find someone else, I'm busy.

Listen, don't pretend to be poor,

there's income from two cases yet you

haven't handed over to my sister.

Yes or no?

Don't mention your sister, if you're really in need

I could think of something.

Sure, thanks.

What are you reading?

Sherlock Holmes, waiting for your brother-in-law?

Yes.

Where is it?

This is it, Guanqun Private Investigation Agency.

What? Do I have to talk to them?

Yes, I was here this morning.

I've talked to them.

But they insisted that

you must sign on the authorization letter,

or it won't take effect.

Let's go.

Alright.

Fifty dollars left.

Mr. Bao.

This is Miss Shi Xiaoyun.

Mr. Bao.

Ms Shi, I've heard so much about you, this way please.

Ming, bring us two cups of water,

along with the letter of authorization please.

Mr. Hao was here this morning,

he said that you'd like to

ask us to investigate on a Cao Pingqing.

You want us to focus on his

looks, built and background?

Yes, what's the procedure?

Right, how much does it cost?

Don't worry, we'll show you the rate.

Have you two seen

Cao Pingqing before?

Yes.

He seems to be a nice guy.

The only thing is,

is he the real McCoy?

He hesitates in his speech,

often in a trance, I find him suspicious.

That's easy,

let me Bao Tianxiao, to take care of it.

I can have the results in less than three days.

Please sign here.

Sure.

Something smells burnt.

I could smell it.

Ming, check the back,

see if anything's got burnt.

The smell is strong.

I guess it's cigarette butts.

He didn't pour the tea for you?

That's rude, Ming.

No, thanks. We must get going.

Mr. Bao, about the rate...

Don't worry, we will get your money's worth.

I'll call you once I've got the information.

Great.

Caught in the act!

Why did you hit me?

So it's true! You and the Little Lark!

What's she doing here?

It's business.

Business? What kind of business?

She wants me to investigate on someone.

Did you have to hold her?

She has weak knees.

So?

No wonder you kept saying you're busy,

gotta stay out everyday.

Shitai, I was in a business meeting with Little Lark.

You were here, you would know.

Well, yes and no.

How could you say that?

You're harming me.

Shitai, what does the Little Lark want?

Prove it to me.

Prove it?

Two hundred.

Didn't you say just one hundred?

Yes, I saw with my own eyes.

They were sitting there.

Doing what?

Then...

Yes, it's two hundred dollars.

What are you two talking about?

No, sister. The truth is,

the Little Lark was here to ask him to open a case,

she paid two hundred upfront,

and he wanted to keep one hundred for himself.

I knew you're up to no good.

You can deal with him later at home, sis.

You should be honest with my sister.

You will get your money's worth.

Sorry?

I'm good friends with Cao Pingqing.

Then you know all about him?

Of course, I could give you his information.

Great.

Let's settle this first.

We have to talk business,

will be right out.

5'10", slim,

bites his nails, gets cold easily.

Right...he had a cold at the recording studio.

He looks a bit like Chen Hou the actor.

Yes, he does.

Then he's the real Cao Pingqing?

I knew it.

Is your information reliable?

Of course, or I wouldn't be a private investigator.

Great.

We've got the right person.

You have to work harder to please him.

Miss Shi, the bill.

It's not that expensive.

Of course, it's a special price for a good customer.

For one?

I'm looking for someone.

Right.

Excuse me, it's my turn to sing.

Sure...please.

Excuse me.

You're here too?

This seat's taken?

Your date?

Don't worry, I won't sit here. Bye.

Dewdrops are spinning on the lotus leaf.

Round and bubbly.

The young girl is joyful to see this.

She tries to tie the drops with a thread.

Hoping to make it into a string.

So that she can wear it as a necklace.

In confusion,

she couldn't string the dewdrops.

The drops are shiny,

and slippery.

And the wind has blown them away,

way into the stream.

She's sad,

and started crying.

Her teardrops fell on the lotus leaf,

in a string to show to her lover.

To show to her lover.

Cool! Boy, please ask Miss Shi...

Forget it. Here you are!

I've been here for a while, it's cool.

Is this what you call business?

Lower your voice, dear. It's my fault.

I have a lot of friends here, please.

So, how do you want it?

The same drill.

No way. Not here! Wait till we get home.

No! After we've gone home, you'd say something nice,

and I won't be angry with you anymore.

Got it! Sit down...

Don't twist my ear, woman, I have friends here.

You can pinch my thigh.

Alright, but don't scream!

Detective Bao.

Xiaozhu.

I forgot to introduce you earlier,

this is Mr. Hua, my editor,

he wants your help on something.

Detective Bao.

I've heard a lot about you.

Maybe I'll talk to you another day.

Yes, another day.

If you do this again,

it will be worse than this.

A true man...

What?

Will mend his mistakes.

Who's this?

Mr. Hao.

Mrs. Ma.

You're looking for Miss Shi?

Yes, I need to talk to her about something.

I'm going out to play mahjong, make yourself at home.

Xiaoyun, not going out today?

Been waiting all morning, how come you're so late?

Have you found Cao Pingqing?

Several attempts.

He's still in the hospital.

Hurry and get changed...

What's the rush?

Go on a date.

They are waiting.

I don't want to entertain some old guys.

You're wrong, they're not old guys.

Who are they?

Come, look for yourself.

Come...that's them, Jimmy.

will be right out.

OK

Fred, Robert

So? What do you think? Nice?

Do you recognize them?

They were at the club.

I know.

I hate these type of slick, young guys.

Tell them I'm not going.

They are not ordinary thugs,

they are all from rich families.

Fine...say no more.

I don't care if they are rich or not. So annoying.

You can't be so sure.

I've asked around,

Among them, there's a Jimmy,

his dad is in entertainment business in Singapore.

If you befriend him,

after he's spoken to his dad,

you could go on tour in the region. Who knows!

That's bullshit.

Have I ever lied to you?

What about Cao Pingqing?

Do we give up on him?

Don't be silly.

It's better to have more options.

We'll pick the best way to go.

I'm a first class agent,

I will only think the best for you.

Go get changed.

Looks like

you're in debt again.

I swear, not this time!

I need money.

Can I borrow two hundred from you?

Blown up the 300 bucks you took two days ago?

My hard earned money... you spend it more than I do.

It's for your sake.

Those are entertainment fees.

Alright...ask Zhi for the cash.

Cheers! Drink up!

Come on.

Miss Shi, his family the Zhaos

have theatres in

Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Ipoh...

if you want to go on tour, talk to Jimmy,

you only need a nod from his dad.

I could use your help.

No problem.

I can accompany you on tour if you like.

That's too much to ask of you.

It's alright...top this up...

No, I can't drink too much after dinner.

You should drink more after dinner.

No thanks.

Why are you so careless?

Sorry, please sit down...

It's my fault, sorry...

Sorry, Miss Shi.

You sang so well.

Alishan's girls are as beautiful as waters.

Alishan's youths are as strong as mountains.

Stop it, it's embarrassing.

Don't worry. I like to sing your songs.

When I take you on tour in Nanyang,

I'm sure you will be very popular.

Fine, we'll continue another time, it's late.

Are you going to work or school tomorrow?

-School. -Work.

It's work!

Alright, it doesn't matter.

It's late, shall we go?

I'm not done yet.

We'll drink another time.

Sure. Boy

Why are we stopping?

I guess the car's broken down.

We don't have to drive into a path even if it is.

Don't even think of any bad idea,

head back right away.

Smart girl! You read my mind.

Help!

Someone's coming.

What are you doing?

They were hassling me.

Mind your own business! Get lost!

Get lost! Or I'll beat the crap out of you.

Mr. Cao.

Yes, Miss Shi.

Don't even dare doing it again.

Go!

Go!

They frightened me.

Are you alright, Miss Shi?

I'm fine.

Mr. Cao, what are you doing here?

Oh...I went for a ride.

It's dark and I got lost.

I saw your car and I thought

I could follow you guys back to the city.

Who would have thought?

What a coincidence.

Right.

I'm lucky to have bumped into you.

Or it would be a disaster.

Thanks.

You're welcome.

I've spent so much money,

time, and effort.

Finally, this is my chance.

I'll give you a lift home.

Thanks.

Three fifty?

Yes...

How could your boss let him

sign so many bills? This is crazy.

We know each other well,

how could we say no.

Anyway, Mr. Liu,

it's all because of your good reputation,

if it wasn't for you,

we wouldn't have let him.

That's why...

Fine...I don't want this reputation,

don't let him sign anymore.

Got it!

Since I met you by the river,

you have lightened up my life.

I want to whisper to you, 'don't you forget about me'.

Since I parted with you by the river,

it's been so painful in my heart.

I want to whisper to you, 'don't you forget about me'.

Why did the autumn breeze blow off the maple leaves?

How could a sunset occur in the prime of youth?

Life is a dream.

Since I parted with you by the river,

it's been so painful in my heart.

I want to whisper to you, 'don't you forget about me'.

Do you like this song?

Yes, I like the song and your singing.

It's a bit too melancholy.

You prefer something light-hearted?

Let me find something.

Why are you sighing?

There's someone in my heart.

Do you know who?

I don't.

Really?

I know, it's him.

There's someone in my heart.

Right, I'll sing it to you.

I have someone in my heart, he's handsome and young.

He has no gold or silver, but he has true love.

I have someone in my heart, he's handsome and young.

He's very attentive, and I'm very into him.

He's a thread, and I'm a needle.

The thread and the needle will be always be together.

I have someone in my heart,

we are destined to be together.

Shitai.

What are you doing here so late, sister?

Has Tianxiao been here?

Yes, I've seen him.

I'll wait for him here then.

What? Here?

He was sitting over there.

With whom?

A woman.

Do you want to go take a look?

He'll be sorry when I catch him.

Finished?

Yes.

Who was that woman?

A madam looking for her husband.

Has she found him?

She's gone that way, let's go to your place.

Alright.

The temple of Emerald Buddha in Thailand,

I took these when I was on tour there.

And this?

A beach there, and this was in Japan.

Look, this is a strange bridge.

Yes.

Who's he in the picture with you?

Him?

He's the man in the so called 'scandal',

which everyone referred to.

Could you tell me more about him?

Sure, I was planning on telling you.

Wait, let me write...

Sorry?

I meant this is very memorable,

I wanted to take some notes.

I wrote everything in the diary.

Read it and you'll know.

It wasn't as complicated as everyone thought.

2 men vying for my affection which resulted in murder.

The picture you took in Thailand is really pretty,

could you give this to me?

If you don't mind there's another person in the photo,

go ahead, take it.

Thanks.

I'm interested in all your things, pictures, records,

anything.

Thanks for your care.

Pingqing.

I wish you weren't so rich.

What do you mean?

Money could

tear people apart.

There's so much I want to tell you,

but I don't want others to misunderstand me.

That they thought I'm vain, and I'm a money worshipper.

Just tell me, I would never think of you that way.

I know.

Maybe another time.

Zhen.

Coming.

Who's here so late?

Xiaoyun, you're here too, Mr. Cao?

Excellent.

Please sit.

If you have some business plans to discuss, I...

No...I was going to look for you at the hotel.

Look for me? Don't do that.

I've told you before,

I won't meet guests at the hotel.

Right...but this is serious.

I went to a meeting

held by the Hong Kong entertainment industry today.

They plan on holding a charity concert,

for the victims who lost their homes in the fire.

People are very enthusiastic.

Many movie stars, singers,

are going to participate.

They want you to sing,

I've accepted on behalf of you.

Why don't you ask me first?

I knew you'd say yes anyway,

it's for a good cause.

And Mr. Cao, you are...

a well known figure in Nanyang's entertainment world,

if you don't sponsor this concert,

it's just not right, right?

Of course I should...

You don't need to do much then,

just make a donation.

A donation?

No problem...that's the least I could do.

You donate, and I'll sing.

Great...

It's late, I have to go to the newspaper office.

To the newspaper office at this hour?

I'm meeting a friend.

I'll walk you out.

Alright.

Wait for me.

Bye.

Thanks.

Bye.

Mr. Cao, don't let anyone read this.

Don't worry,

I won't.

I'm off.

Manager.

What's with you?

I haven't seen you or heard from you for a few days?

Have you got the info?

No, not this.

Not yet.

Not yet?

Not yet.

You're so useless,

you're so stupid.

Xiaotian writes a few articles in a day,

you couldn't even produce one in a few days.

Take a look...

I've already printed the preview.

But I haven't seen anything from you.

What do you plan on doing?

Manager, that's only going to hurt her.

What do you know?

It's the way to make money.

What do I care if I hurt anyone?

I'm warning you,

if you don't give me an article tomorrow,

don't bother coming here again.

Think of something!

Listen, dear.

I wasn't at the night club.

This is a misunderstanding.

Who would believe you?

Shitai said he saw you with a woman.

You are still lying with wide eyes?

I knew it.

Don't listen to Shitai's nonsense, dear.

He must have seen the wrong man...

we'll clear this up when he comes back.

Clear this up?

Since the arrival of the Little Lark,

you've been spending less and less time at home.

You must have gone to see her!

Would she be interested in me?

You are...unbelievable.

You know it well, but you're still tailing after her.

What for? Why did you do it?

Since when I've been after her? That's not true.

Not true? That night at the club.

I heard you said, "cool!"

I've already apologized.

And you think you can repeat it after the apology?

Get...lost!

You won't leave?

Alright...Beat it!

Brat, you're way out of line!

Liu Shitai,

if I do see you, PUNCH!

Details of the scandal of The Lark in Thailand

They're pointing the finger at me!

Exactly.

If they keep exaggerating,

they will describe you as a slut.

What should I do?

If they keep writing rubbish about me,

how could I stay in Hong Kong for long?

Right.

By Liu Shitai.

Who's Liu Shitai?

We must try to warn him.

If Cao Pingqing reads this article,

there might be a misunderstanding.

I thought you've told him about this.

I didn't, I gave him my diary.

That's not enough, you must talk to him face to face.

Let's go.

Or it will be too late.

Get changed.

I've told you before,

don't send any bills here

signed by Liu Shitai.

I won't pay you anything, got it?

Mr. Liu, then where can we collect the debt?

Right, where?

Mr. Liu, you're his father,

of course you'll pay it.

What do you mean by "of course"?

His father is dead, from anger.

Go! Look for him yourselves!

Excuse me, this Liu Shitai,

is that the same Liu Shitai who works at "The Scandal"?

That's right.

You can look for him at the newspaper office.

He's not here, please...

Newspaper office?

Let's go.

Don't come back again.

Do you know where he lives?

I need to talk to him.

I'm his dad and I can't even find him,

do you think you can?

That kid has lost his mind after he's met Little Lark.

I guess you are his friends?

Yes...

If you see him, please give him this message.

Tell him that his dad is broke. And if he...

keeps up his Cao Pingqing act to lure the Little Lark

I'll disown him in the classifieds.

Mr. Liu, you said that he poses as Cao Pingqing

to look for the Little Lark, why?

Who knows?

He said he needs to lie to her,

in order to find scandal information for the paper.

But then you can't trust what he says.

Mister Liu.

Mr. Cao, you've recovered?

I'm fine. What's that about someone posing as me?

No, I guess you've heard wrong.

My mistake.

No problem.

Mr. Liu, do you know any private eyes?

Can you introduce one to me?

Sure...

Mr. Cao.

Guanqun Private Investigation Agency, Bao Tianxiao.

Mr. Bao...time to get up.

It's 10, the others are in the office.

Mr. Bao.

You have a visitor...waiting outside.

If that's my wife, tell her that I'm not here.

No, it's a man.

A man?

Send him in.

Which one is Mr. Bao?

I am.

You're Mr. Bao?

Yes.

My name is Cao Pingqing, I was referred by Mr. Liu.

Cao Pingqing?

Not quite right.

Guess you have met

my impostor?

No...regarding you,

we've had many wrong information,

supplied by a bad man.

I was tricked.

I want to hire you to find out

the person who took my identity.

I want to know what's going on.

Even if you don't hire me,

I would want to find it out myself.

Because of him, I've suffered so much.

How?

I gave wrong information to a client because of him.

And the client is?

That...

Sorry, it's confidential.

I heard that my impostor

spends a lot of time with the Little Lark.

She could be the lead.

Right, I'll go look for the Little Lark.

Look, the information I got from the Little Lark.

Wait, this isn't for you.

What do you mean?

What do I mean?

I just want to tell you that I'm a capable reporter,

I could get the information I want anytime.

Yes...you are quite able and efficient sometimes.

Stop flattering me.

It's not that easy for you to have this.

What now? Trying to take advantage from me?

You don't want to work here anymore?

You're half right.

Opportunism is one thing I haven't learnt from you,

but I don't want to work here anymore.

Shitai, it's not that big of a deal,

we can work things out.

There's nothing to work out.

Please ask the accounts department to settle my dues.

Sure...along with the Little Lark's diary,

I can buy her diary off you, six hundred dollars.

I'll write you a cheque.

You can talk to her yourself.

Seven hundred.

Eight hundred...

What about a thousand? Deal?

Don't just shake your head, say something.

I do have something to say.

I'm listening...

You're shameless and despicable,

you profit by ruining others' reputations!

Watch out for retribution.

Who are you looking for?

Is Miss Shi home?

Yes, please come in.

Please sit down.

There's a lady here to see you, miss.

Will be right out.

Who're you? What are you looking for?

You're the Little Lark?

Yes, you are...

Me?

Bao Tianxiao's wife, the Big Lark.

Bao Tianxiao? The private eye?

Exactly, where's he?

How would I know? I'm looking for him too.

You don't know what he's done to me.

What? What has he done?

He duped me.

He duped you?

How? What?

Tell me.

Miss, there's a Mr. Bao here to see you.

That must be him.

Wait, I'll meet him now,

listen for yourself.

I don't want him to see me.

Can I hide there?

Okay

Get the door.

Miss Shi.

Mr. Bao, welcome.

Miss Shi, I am sorry.

Regarding Cao Pingqing,

I gave you some wrong information.

Oh yes?

I'm here to tell you,

the 'Cao Pingqing' you met was a fake.

Oh!

In order to make it up to you,

I could introduce you to the real Cao Pingqing.

He's a rich man.

I'm not interested anymore.

Could you tell me then,

where's the fake Cao Pingqing?

I want to look for him.

How about this,

go look for him at the Empress Hotel tomorrow.

I'll tell him to go there.

Alright, thanks.

Will your wife be there?

No, she won't.

I hate it when wives are interfering.

Seems you've a misunderstanding with your wife, right?

Yes.

It's all my brother-in-law's fault.

Your brother-in-law?

Yes, my wife's younger brother.

He's the one who gave me the wrong information.

Not only that I've made a fool in front of you,

he's spreading rumors about me,

resulting in fights between me and my wife.

What kind of rumors?

He told my wife that

I'm having an affair with you.

That's a joke.

This is the third time I've met you.

That's right.

I couldn't believe my wife would believe her brother.

It's not a good thing when you trust others too easily.

But my wife is a nice person,

kind hearted, straightforward,

like some other women,

she's stubborn,

barbaric and shrew...

I wasn't talking about you,

I meant my wife.

She's no match for you.

This is the first time

I've met someone as gorgeous as you.

I guess your wife is prettier.

No way!

She looks terrible.

I'm a decent man,

it's bad luck for me to have met her.

Why did you hit me?

Me?

I wasn't bad mouthing you.

Don't be angry.

I'm not angry.

I thought your wife is pretty.

Pretty? Yes...pretty face shape but in wrong position.

Bird's nest hair,

big eyes, big mouth,

garlic nose, Mickey mouse ears...

and her figure...

50, 50, 50

that was in the past,

now her measurements are 36, 24, 36,

as pretty as a goddess.

Gotcha!

Stand up! True man.

A true man, won't stand up if he says no.

Come with me, you'll be sorry.

Gentler...

See you, Miss Shi.

See you.

Forget it! Let's go.

Forget not.

Forget not your faults.

Forget not your goodness.

Forget not the strolls in the rain.

Forget not the embraces in the wind.

Forget not.

Forget not your tears.

Forget not your laughter.

Forget not the melancholy of falling leaves.

Forget not the worries of blossoms.

The lonely lane is lit by moonlight.

The empty swing rocks in the breeze.

It repeats your teachings, it's forgotten.

It murmurs my heartfelt tune, it's impossible to forget

Forget not.

Forget not that spring's over.

Forget not that the flower's withered.

Forget not the sorrow of leaving.

Forget not the yearnings between lovers.

Bravo.

Xiaoyun.

Xiaoyun, don't be sad, we'll get even.

He'll be sorry tomorrow

at the preliminary meeting for the charity show.

Forget it, I don't want to get even.

It was just bad luck.

What's wrong?

What's wrong?

We'll talk later.

Don't worry, I won't let him get away.

Miss Shi,

look, you've touched so many.

Miss Shi.

Sorry, Mr. Cao.

She's unwell, she wants to turn in early.

I can pass on your message.

It doesn't matter, I just wanted to talk to her

and return something important to her.

It's unfortunate that she's sick.

It's alright, meet her tomorrow afternoon at two,

you can find her at the Empress Hotel.

Please excuse me.

Please.

Don't worry, tomorrow afternoon at two.

Sure...

Wang, it's time.

It has been over half an hour,

Mr. Cao Pingqing is still not here.

Do you want to make an announcement?

You are the middle man,

why don't you make the announcement?

You're the president, you should do it, go on...

Sorry, everyone.

You've all been

waiting for over half an hour.

According to Mr. Hao Zhizhong,

Mr. Cao Pingqing, a well-known figure

in Nanyang's entertainment industry,

will be here for this meeting.

With his support,

I'm sure we can raise a lot more money.

That looks like Mr. Cao.

That's not him, I'll go greet him.

Excuse me, you are...

My surname is Cao, you are...

My last name is Hao, this way please.

Since Mr. Cao Pingqing is so late,

we will start without him.

There he is...Cao Pingqing is here.

Xiaoyun, he's here. Go talk to him.

I don't think it's a good idea.

We had a deal, go...

What's going on, Miss Shi?

The Hong Kong entertainment industry representatives

are here for a meeting, planning for a charity concert.

They would like to hear from you.

How?

Don't worry, just go on stage.

Go on!

Please.

Your name is?

My name is...Cao, Cao Pingqing.

You're Cao Pingqing, I've heard so much about you.

And you are?

What a coincidence! My name is Cao too.

We must have the same ancestors.

A family!

Excuse me, please sit down.

Let me introduce you to,

Mr. Cao Pingqing.

Famous entertainment businessman from Nanyang.

He's our special guest

at this meeting.

I'm sure he could give us tremendous support,

and valuable suggestions.

Mr. Cao, please give us a speech.

I have nothing to say, really.

Wait, you're too modest.

Then...

Speechless.

Then...

He'll be sorry now.

I'll call his father.

Helping the victims

is very important.

The purpose for me visiting Hong Kong

was to meet the local singers.

I'm honored to meet with you all

here.

What? Who's treating downstairs?

Liu Shitai? Little bastard, I'll be right down.

You all know that

we overseas Chinese are very keen on

supporting all kinds of charity.

I'm not an articulate person,

but I do support charity whole heartedly.

Mr. Cao, what you said was really right,

how do you plan on supporting this event then?

I'll support it with strength.

I hope everyone here

could follow suit,

Please help with your money, time and effort for this.

Mr. Cao, how much do you plan on donating?

I will donate ten thousand dollars...

I hope everyone here could

donate more than I could, that's all.

Excuse me.

I need to go make a call.

Excuse me, I need to go make a call.

Dad.

Shitai, what's got into you?

Thanks, dad. There're so many people out there,

please, for the sake of face.

Face? Do you know how much you owe?

And you're treating so many people here.

You...you're trying to get me broke, huh?

Are you trying to get me broke?

I didn't treat anyone, I didn't.

Don't try to lie to me.

Let go! Don't let the others see this.

I didn't treat anyone, I didn't.

I swear, dad.

If you see a bill later,

you can chop off my head.

For what were you standing up there then?

I was a guest,

they insisted I say something.

I'm done, I can go now.

If you don't trust me,

I'll show you.

Mr. Cao...we are all waiting.

I'm sorry. That's enough for me, I won't go back in.

How could that be? The meeting's not over yet.

I won't...sorry...I must go.

No, Mr. Cao. Miss Shi's waiting.

Xiaozhu, if you help me to run my errands,

I'd pay you very well.

Let me treat you to a meal first.

The best place for steaks here, tender and juicy.

Here?

Liu Shitai.

Great, I was looking for him!

I'm going to kill him, Shitai.

Sorry...

Shitai.

Brother-in-law, sister.

I've suffered because of you!

You better clear this up before your sister.

Brother-in-law, I've a large job for you,

we have to talk upstairs, sister.

You go ahead first, it's my treat.

Go on...my treat, put it under dad's tab.

My tab again!

Dad, come...

You brat.

What are you doing in the ladies' room?

Sorry...

Where are you running?

Stop pulling me.

You were peeping on me, you...

Stop it.

Where are you running?

Running off?

Shitai...

What's wrong? Mr. Liu?

He fainted.

You hit him, Mr. Liu.

Shitai...wake up! Wake up!

Shitai.

How's he? Shitai...

Shitai...

Shitai...

How could you? Look what you've done?

I won't let you get away with this.

Listen to me,

it's not my fault, it's his fault.

He's like this because of you.

What do you have to say?

Why did you hit me?

Your whole family is unreasonable.

What's going on?

Shitai...

What happened?

I'm not sure, Shitai...

He's awake.

He's fine...

Miss Shi,

I knew there's some misunderstanding between us.

I brought your diary back.

No one has read it, neither have I.

I got it.

Liu Shitai, do you remember me?

Let me introduce myself,

my name is Cao Pingqing.

Cao Pingqing?

Cao Pingqing?

Mr. Cao, I'm very sorry.

I had to pretend to be you...

Because I...

The private eye has filled me in with the details.

I like your quick wit,

and I enjoyed your speech

earlier at the meeting.

I could use someone like you

as my personal assistant.

You want to hire him as your personal assistant?

Miss Shi, I could use some singing talent.

I hope I can hear you sing at the charity concert.

Ladies and gentlemen, we couldn't have done

this without your support.

Please donate all you can.

We could make this happen because of you.

I'm grateful to everyone who took part in this event,

on behalf of the victims in the fire.

Thank you.

And now,

please sit back, relax and enjoy our show.

Welcoming new buds into this world,

as our future masters grow up.

The energy is put into

playing and partying.

Charge...into space!

Who will lead us?

Go...crazy!

Who will lead us?

Dazed and dull,

hatred and hesitation.

Let us enjoy ourselves!

Let us party!

Who's born to be a rowdy?

Who's born to be a thug?

Who made us delinquents?

Who forced us onto the wrong track?

Into the doom?

Without hope...madness...

Too much of lecturing,

you're wrong...

Too little concern,

I don't care...

Help us! Lead us.

Lead us.

Guide us. Show us the new direction.

Show us the new direction.

Let us be strong, let us be strong.

Let us be useful to our society.

Zhizhong, the first song is over.

Why isn't Mr. Cao here? Go take a look.

I will.

You by my side, that's how I see us.

I close my eyes and I can see us.

We're on our way to say "I do".

My secret dreams have all come true.

I see the church, I see the people.

Your folks and mine, happy and smiling.

And I can hear sweet voices singing,

Ave Maria

Oh my love my love.

Can it really be that someday...

you'll walk down the aisle with me.

Let it be make it be

that I'm the one for you

I'll be yours all yours now and forever.

Let us hug,

let our hearts be tied together.

Today is our wedding day,

this is so sweet.

Friends are gathering in front of the church,

they are so happy.

I can hear the wedding bells.

Ave Maria.

A vow for life. A happy couple.

A gentle kiss, happy tears.

I'm yours forever.

Hold me in your arms forever.

Let us hold hands together,

we will never forget about today.

I can hear singing.

Ave Maria. Ave Maria.

It's the mid autumn festival!

All the families are busy with harvest!

All the families are busy with harvest!

We are having a great harvest this year,

stocking up our warehouse.

Cha tung tung...Cha tung...Cha tung cha

The moon's bright at mid autumn festival.

Moon cakes, fruits and many more.

Moon cakes, fruits and a lot more.

Peanuts, taro for everyone.

Let's enjoy the bright moon light.

Cha tung tung...Cha tung...Cha tung cha

The old couple are delighted,

children and grand children gather together.

children and grand children gather together.

They are all drinking so happily.

It's the happy family reunion.

Cha tung tung...Cha tung...Cha tung cha

Let's sing,

let's dance.

What a festival!

A family reunion!

Cha tung tung...Cha tung...Cha tung cha

Mr. Cao.

Sorry I'm late, has Miss Shi sung?

Not yet, you've arrived at the right time.

Go backstage, I'll accompany Mr. Cao.

Let's go in then.

No rush, after you've finished your cigarette,

she is on the next song.

Please.

After you.

Hustle and bustle on the street during daytime.

Busy crowds, speeding cars,

it's quite overwhelming,

and confusing.

Loneliness and dark on the street at night.

The bright moon, and a dim street light,

it's quite scary.

This way or that way.

This way is scary,

that way is panic.

Major dilemma,

me at the crossroads in life.

Ladies and gentlemen, I have good news,

we've so far raised HK$115,642.

And we've just received the donation

of ten thousand dollars

from Mr. Liu Shitai,

so our latest figure is

HK$125,642.

And now, our last program of tonight.

Little Lark by famous singer,

Miss Shi Xiaoyun, aka The Little Lark.

Little lark.

Little lark.

Flying passed many peaks,

flying across the oceans.

Flew into this world from heaven.

Flew into this world from heaven.

Been through a long tunnel of darkness,

been through the cold bitter winter.

Flew into this world after the night.

Flew into this world after the night.

Your singing can be heard anywhere.

Your wings spread hope.

Little lark.

Little lark.

Flowers are blooming, birds are singing.

You've brought us a glorious spring,

you've warmed our hearts.

I've decided to hire her for the Southeast Asia tour.

I'll take you backstage to sign the contract.

No, it's alright.

Why not?

You're my representative,

you can sign on behalf of me.

I'll wait for you at the front entrance.

Sure, right away.

Sister, brother-in-law, I...

Well done, and the dance was quite nice too.

I saw him in the audience, I was so nervous.

Don't worry.

Mr. Liu is here.

What did he say?

He nodded.

So he'll sign me?

He said he won't.

He won't?

It's all over.

Only kidding.

He told me to be his representative,

I'll sign on behalf of him.

Really?

That wasn't funny! You're terrible.

Then I'm done, I got fired?

I'll hire you to be my assistant.

Then...

First thing, go wait for us outside.