1 00:01:33,110 --> 00:01:35,050 Created and Directed by WONG KAR WAI 2 00:01:37,220 --> 00:01:40,350 EPISODE 20 3 00:01:40,350 --> 00:01:44,520 ONLY CATFISH EATS MEAT 4 00:01:46,310 --> 00:01:47,730 The market is only so big. 5 00:01:47,820 --> 00:01:49,320 We compete with our peers. 6 00:01:49,480 --> 00:01:51,190 Any updates on Southern Investments? 7 00:01:51,490 --> 00:01:52,740 Since last week, 8 00:01:52,780 --> 00:01:55,950 their lawyers from Hong Kong have been going in and out of The Grand Lisbon, 9 00:01:55,950 --> 00:01:57,950 preparing for some promotional event. 10 00:01:59,490 --> 00:02:02,410 Everyone has their own place. 11 00:02:02,660 --> 00:02:04,620 I am my own dock. 12 00:02:04,920 --> 00:02:07,920 You just got a new opponent, Miss Wang. 13 00:02:08,750 --> 00:02:12,670 Even though I've left, the Trade Office will still be involved. 14 00:02:12,720 --> 00:02:17,640 Two million pairs of Walmart jeans. You can't give her an inch. 15 00:02:17,640 --> 00:02:19,300 Xiao Wang, remember. 16 00:02:19,390 --> 00:02:20,970 Don't embarrass me! 17 00:02:23,680 --> 00:02:24,890 Twenty million. 18 00:02:25,850 --> 00:02:26,980 Are you up for it? 19 00:02:27,020 --> 00:02:30,820 From here on out, "ribs and rice cakes" is no more. 20 00:02:31,280 --> 00:02:34,570 Between Miss Wang and I, it was never just about business. 21 00:02:36,830 --> 00:02:40,740 OFFICE BUILDING, HONGKOU DISTRICT 22 00:02:41,040 --> 00:02:42,910 Xiao Wang, be careful. 23 00:02:42,910 --> 00:02:44,540 My father says hi. 24 00:02:44,580 --> 00:02:47,750 Oh, I haven't seen him in a while. 25 00:02:47,830 --> 00:02:48,420 No. 26 00:02:48,540 --> 00:02:49,500 How is he? 27 00:02:49,590 --> 00:02:51,000 He's good. 28 00:02:52,460 --> 00:02:53,800 This place is bustling. 29 00:02:53,800 --> 00:02:55,090 Isn't it great? 30 00:02:55,220 --> 00:02:56,550 It is. 31 00:02:56,550 --> 00:02:59,970 This place is perfect. It feels like a cradle for entrepreneurs! 32 00:02:59,970 --> 00:03:01,100 -Isn't it? 33 00:03:01,100 --> 00:03:03,680 -How do you know her? -She's my dad's dance partner. 34 00:03:03,680 --> 00:03:06,890 -Wow, your dad's still got it. -Be respectful. 35 00:03:14,480 --> 00:03:15,530 Here. This is it. 36 00:03:15,530 --> 00:03:17,740 Your friend can take off his sunglasses. 37 00:03:17,740 --> 00:03:19,660 There's no sun inside. 38 00:03:20,490 --> 00:03:21,240 Come here. 39 00:03:21,240 --> 00:03:23,330 -This is great. -Isn't it? 40 00:03:23,330 --> 00:03:25,580 -Look. -Your dad told me. 41 00:03:26,330 --> 00:03:30,500 -Your-dad said to save you this spot. -Look at this, over here. 42 00:03:30,790 --> 00:03:32,380 -Looks good. -Right? 43 00:03:32,380 --> 00:03:35,460 If nothing else, it's full of life. 44 00:03:36,300 --> 00:03:39,880 Just open the curtains and let some sun in. 45 00:03:39,930 --> 00:03:43,260 -Maybe we should think about it first? -Look, it's just an office. 46 00:03:43,260 --> 00:03:44,810 A desk and some chairs is enough. 47 00:03:44,930 --> 00:03:47,680 If you want, we can put a couch right here. 48 00:03:47,680 --> 00:03:49,690 I think that's a great idea. 49 00:03:49,690 --> 00:03:52,980 Plus, I just love this cool airflow in the hallway. 50 00:03:52,980 --> 00:03:55,730 I guess if no one's using it, we may as well take it. 51 00:03:55,740 --> 00:03:57,360 -Isn't it great? -Top notch. 52 00:03:57,360 --> 00:03:59,400 It's decided then. We'll sign tomorrow. 53 00:03:59,400 --> 00:04:03,240 -Shouldn't we do a ribbon cutting? -Ribbon cutting? There's no time. 54 00:04:03,240 --> 00:04:05,580 Forget the ribbon, we'll just celebrate. 55 00:04:05,580 --> 00:04:08,120 Oh, you're getting me excited! 56 00:04:10,040 --> 00:04:11,750 Sir, need a loan? 57 00:04:11,750 --> 00:04:15,960 -Good rates. You interested? -Do I look like someone who needs a loan? 58 00:04:15,960 --> 00:04:17,130 Ridiculous. 59 00:04:17,630 --> 00:04:19,510 Wait, give me a card. 60 00:04:19,510 --> 00:04:21,260 I'll talk to my partner. 61 00:04:21,760 --> 00:04:23,300 -What is that? -Nothing. 62 00:04:24,260 --> 00:04:26,970 -He stuffed it in my hand. -It's decided then. 63 00:04:27,270 --> 00:04:28,980 We have a deal. Thank you. 64 00:04:29,100 --> 00:04:30,140 You're a big help. 65 00:04:30,140 --> 00:04:32,480 I'm telling you, this is a real bargain. 66 00:04:32,480 --> 00:04:34,310 There's a balcony right there. 67 00:04:34,320 --> 00:04:38,360 Imagine sitting out there, drinking coffee and enjoying the view. 68 00:04:38,360 --> 00:04:40,900 Imagine how nice it'd be. 69 00:04:51,120 --> 00:04:54,670 You shined your shoes today. Where are you going? 70 00:04:54,670 --> 00:04:56,380 To see Jin Hua. 71 00:04:58,840 --> 00:05:00,880 I thought you'd rather die than go back to No. 27? 72 00:05:00,880 --> 00:05:03,300 It's your fault. Miss Wang left. 73 00:05:03,300 --> 00:05:05,800 And she was the buffer between us. 74 00:05:05,930 --> 00:05:07,560 Now I have to face her. 75 00:05:07,720 --> 00:05:10,980 No other choice. Business matters more than pride. 76 00:05:11,180 --> 00:05:13,440 In the end, we're still family. 77 00:05:13,860 --> 00:05:16,980 She's bound to show me some respect. I'm going. 78 00:05:24,490 --> 00:05:27,240 Uncle Ye always said business comes first. 79 00:05:28,660 --> 00:05:30,580 But I knew that in his heart, 80 00:05:31,290 --> 00:05:34,370 he, too, had personal matters to work out. 81 00:05:56,480 --> 00:05:57,650 You're all set. 82 00:06:06,660 --> 00:06:08,200 Looking for someone? 83 00:06:10,040 --> 00:06:11,160 Hello. 84 00:06:11,910 --> 00:06:13,330 Where's Old Jiang? 85 00:06:14,040 --> 00:06:15,250 Old Jiang? 86 00:06:15,670 --> 00:06:16,920 He died. 87 00:06:25,130 --> 00:06:26,720 Anything else? 88 00:06:27,510 --> 00:06:28,930 Can I see Jin Hua? 89 00:06:31,260 --> 00:06:33,390 -Chief Jin, I mean. -Chief Jin? 90 00:06:33,810 --> 00:06:34,850 Third floor. 91 00:06:35,640 --> 00:06:36,730 Thank you. 92 00:07:18,730 --> 00:07:20,230 It didn't go well? 93 00:07:21,610 --> 00:07:23,480 After waiting all afternoon, 94 00:07:23,820 --> 00:07:27,490 I saw her for just five minutes. 95 00:07:30,320 --> 00:07:33,490 Bidding on the Walmart project will go through No. 27. 96 00:07:33,490 --> 00:07:34,870 Our rules are simple. 97 00:07:36,040 --> 00:07:37,330 Open bidding. 98 00:07:37,710 --> 00:07:39,790 Compete on cost and schedule. 99 00:07:39,960 --> 00:07:41,920 The best bid wins the contract. 100 00:07:42,000 --> 00:07:43,380 Not a problem. 101 00:07:43,500 --> 00:07:47,420 Who can guarantee lower costs than us? 102 00:07:47,760 --> 00:07:51,760 We'll spot check all the contracts and samples, and retain copies. 103 00:07:51,760 --> 00:07:54,760 You know you can trust Mr. Bao. 104 00:07:58,730 --> 00:08:00,350 You mean... 105 00:08:00,690 --> 00:08:02,520 it's me you don't trust? 106 00:08:03,330 --> 00:08:04,200 I-- 107 00:08:04,440 --> 00:08:06,440 Honesty 108 00:08:06,900 --> 00:08:09,320 is a person's most important quality. 109 00:08:12,910 --> 00:08:13,780 Next! 110 00:08:14,240 --> 00:08:15,240 Okay. 111 00:08:25,710 --> 00:08:27,260 Respect your elders. 112 00:08:30,640 --> 00:08:32,550 Isn't life strange? 113 00:08:32,840 --> 00:08:36,430 These past 10 years, No. 27 has been just across the street. 114 00:08:36,560 --> 00:08:40,180 Somehow I never ran into people I expected to see. 115 00:08:40,270 --> 00:08:43,270 Then there are others I thought I'd never run into. 116 00:08:43,360 --> 00:08:44,480 And yet... 117 00:08:44,940 --> 00:08:46,520 there they were. 118 00:08:47,480 --> 00:08:48,900 Who are you talking about? 119 00:08:49,240 --> 00:08:50,610 Miss Wang, 120 00:08:55,030 --> 00:08:56,910 Chief is waiting for you. 121 00:08:58,620 --> 00:08:59,450 Listen. 122 00:08:59,540 --> 00:09:01,250 Uncle Ye was at No. 27 today. 123 00:09:01,250 --> 00:09:03,330 What for? Retired workers' reunion? 124 00:09:03,420 --> 00:09:05,540 Don't say that. Think about it. 125 00:09:05,540 --> 00:09:09,050 How big does an order have to be, to get Uncle Ye to go to No. 27 himself? 126 00:09:09,050 --> 00:09:10,760 It must be really big. 127 00:09:10,840 --> 00:09:13,640 Let me ask you this. What's the biggest order Chief Jin has? 128 00:09:13,760 --> 00:09:16,640 So Miss Wang was also there for the Walmart order? 129 00:09:16,640 --> 00:09:17,680 I'm guessing so. 130 00:09:18,020 --> 00:09:21,640 It looks like her company is still affiliated with No. 27. 131 00:09:21,640 --> 00:09:24,060 Her revenue goes straight to their books. 132 00:09:24,060 --> 00:09:28,400 So even if we match her offer on commission percentage, 133 00:09:28,400 --> 00:09:31,190 No. 27 will still give her the contract. 134 00:09:31,360 --> 00:09:33,570 So they know we're going for the same order? 135 00:09:33,660 --> 00:09:35,700 -Thrilling, huh? -Too thrilling. 136 00:09:36,370 --> 00:09:37,580 Mark my words. 137 00:09:37,580 --> 00:09:40,540 What do you do when confronted with a fight? 138 00:09:40,540 --> 00:09:41,580 Charge! 139 00:09:41,580 --> 00:09:44,540 -How many chances does one get-- -To fight for glory? 140 00:09:44,540 --> 00:09:45,710 -Here. -Cheers. 141 00:09:47,130 --> 00:09:49,210 She has the advantage upstream. 142 00:09:49,300 --> 00:09:51,090 We can't compete with her there. 143 00:09:59,140 --> 00:10:01,470 We can only focus on downstream. 144 00:10:03,640 --> 00:10:06,020 I'm headed to the Red Heron later. 145 00:10:06,020 --> 00:10:06,860 For what? 146 00:10:06,940 --> 00:10:09,820 Every problem has two stages. One, find the problem. 147 00:10:09,820 --> 00:10:12,150 Two, solve it. 148 00:10:12,320 --> 00:10:16,530 I contacted a few buddies to see if they can help with processing. 149 00:10:17,120 --> 00:10:18,530 Really? 150 00:10:19,120 --> 00:10:21,870 I called all the factories in the region, big and small. 151 00:10:21,870 --> 00:10:24,460 I asked all of them. Nobody would take our order. 152 00:10:24,500 --> 00:10:27,330 You're only looking at conventional options. 153 00:10:27,460 --> 00:10:30,090 I'm going the unconventional route. 154 00:10:30,300 --> 00:10:32,920 Guerrilla forces can win wars too. 155 00:10:33,090 --> 00:10:34,010 Get it? 156 00:10:34,720 --> 00:10:36,340 Too spicy. 157 00:10:36,470 --> 00:10:38,050 I'm off. Check, please! 158 00:10:38,300 --> 00:10:39,300 Bye. 159 00:10:39,640 --> 00:10:41,100 I'm going with you. 160 00:10:41,180 --> 00:10:42,060 Don't. 161 00:10:42,560 --> 00:10:44,020 It's the Wild West. 162 00:10:44,100 --> 00:10:45,770 Let the men take care of it. 163 00:10:45,900 --> 00:10:46,850 Wait for me. 164 00:10:52,650 --> 00:10:54,610 Mr. Bao is waiting for you upstairs. 165 00:10:54,860 --> 00:10:55,820 Thank you. 166 00:10:55,860 --> 00:10:57,160 Welcome. 167 00:10:57,490 --> 00:10:59,820 I think there's a way to meet the price we need. 168 00:10:59,820 --> 00:11:02,330 We merge three batches of processing into one. 169 00:11:02,330 --> 00:11:05,410 Usually it's just me and Chang Yong, but I'll bring on two others. 170 00:11:05,460 --> 00:11:07,460 We'll bring down the cost to ¥23.50. 171 00:11:07,460 --> 00:11:09,210 -We can't go any lower. -What about quality? 172 00:11:09,340 --> 00:11:10,380 I guarantee it. 173 00:11:10,380 --> 00:11:12,590 If my people mess up, I'll pay for everything. 174 00:11:12,590 --> 00:11:14,510 With this order? You can't afford it. 175 00:11:14,630 --> 00:11:16,800 No mistakes then. 176 00:11:17,800 --> 00:11:19,050 If we do it this way, 177 00:11:19,050 --> 00:11:22,140 there's no way Miss Wang will beat us on price. 178 00:11:22,600 --> 00:11:25,810 She and Mr. Wei will have no chance. 179 00:11:28,310 --> 00:11:30,860 Or maybe we leave some wiggle room. 180 00:11:31,270 --> 00:11:33,360 For her, and for yourself. 181 00:11:38,950 --> 00:11:40,030 Mr. Wei is here. 182 00:11:40,120 --> 00:11:41,070 Hello. 183 00:11:41,370 --> 00:11:43,780 Everything's ready. We gave you a bigger room. 184 00:11:43,990 --> 00:11:46,160 Thank you. A small room would've fit us fine. 185 00:11:46,290 --> 00:11:47,620 It's not fine, Mr. Wei. 186 00:11:47,710 --> 00:11:49,580 There are too many people. 187 00:11:53,130 --> 00:11:55,420 My brother, what's going on? 188 00:11:55,510 --> 00:11:56,420 I'm sorry, I-- 189 00:11:56,510 --> 00:11:57,760 Ah Long? 190 00:11:58,220 --> 00:11:59,380 Coming, Father. 191 00:12:01,510 --> 00:12:02,890 No thanks, go away. 192 00:12:06,180 --> 00:12:08,680 My Uncles, I'm really sorry. 193 00:12:09,100 --> 00:12:11,600 The plan was for us brothers to get together 194 00:12:11,600 --> 00:12:13,150 and discuss a bit of business. 195 00:12:13,610 --> 00:12:15,570 I didn't expect you all to come too. 196 00:12:15,980 --> 00:12:18,190 Here, I'll start with a drink. 197 00:12:19,160 --> 00:12:22,410 Wei, you should count on friends in times of need. 198 00:12:22,580 --> 00:12:25,120 You need four assembly lines. There's four of us here. 199 00:12:25,120 --> 00:12:27,870 If we each provide one line, you're covered. 200 00:12:27,960 --> 00:12:28,580 Right. 201 00:12:28,660 --> 00:12:30,960 Uncle, you're so right. 202 00:12:30,960 --> 00:12:34,590 But to retool an assembly line for jeans is no easy task. 203 00:12:34,590 --> 00:12:36,000 That's lost revenue. 204 00:12:36,050 --> 00:12:37,130 So don't you worry. 205 00:12:37,300 --> 00:12:39,800 As soon as Mingzhu becomes profitable, 206 00:12:40,010 --> 00:12:42,010 we'll pay you back double. 207 00:12:42,640 --> 00:12:45,560 We're not here to hear about Mingzhu. 208 00:12:45,560 --> 00:12:47,180 We're here for your father. 209 00:12:47,180 --> 00:12:50,140 He was the one who helped us with our business. 210 00:12:50,140 --> 00:12:51,390 We all listen to him. 211 00:12:51,400 --> 00:12:52,230 Right. 212 00:12:52,230 --> 00:12:56,730 For this order, he asked us to pause our assembly lines, 213 00:12:56,730 --> 00:12:58,230 and help you out. 214 00:12:58,490 --> 00:13:00,740 But it's just this once. 215 00:13:00,990 --> 00:13:03,700 Get this order done right, then bring your girlfriend 216 00:13:03,700 --> 00:13:05,120 back home to Haining. 217 00:13:05,120 --> 00:13:07,830 We want you there for the grand opening of Haining Leather City. 218 00:13:07,830 --> 00:13:08,870 That's right. 219 00:13:08,870 --> 00:13:12,790 Wei, your father sent you to Shanghai to learn and observe. 220 00:13:12,880 --> 00:13:15,710 Not to work in denim. 221 00:13:16,130 --> 00:13:21,220 We started out in a shanty town, with some sticks, some jars, 222 00:13:21,300 --> 00:13:24,380 some tanning acid, and a few sewing machines. 223 00:13:24,390 --> 00:13:27,680 We've been in the leather business for generations. 224 00:13:27,680 --> 00:13:30,140 From nothing to a Haining Name Brand. 225 00:13:30,310 --> 00:13:32,270 How amazing is that? 226 00:13:32,270 --> 00:13:33,100 Right. 227 00:13:33,190 --> 00:13:35,980 Wei, forget about Huanghe Road. 228 00:13:36,060 --> 00:13:39,610 Come back to Haining. The leather market is waiting for you. 229 00:13:41,110 --> 00:13:41,940 Right. 230 00:13:42,900 --> 00:13:44,910 All of you are right. 231 00:13:46,160 --> 00:13:47,320 But 232 00:13:48,790 --> 00:13:50,410 I don't want to go back. 233 00:13:55,250 --> 00:13:59,040 Did you ever think about how Haining became the fur capital of China? 234 00:13:59,760 --> 00:14:04,630 It's because Yiwu already made smallware. Tongxiang specialized in wool shirts. 235 00:14:04,930 --> 00:14:07,470 Haining had to do something different from everywhere else. 236 00:14:07,470 --> 00:14:09,010 So we decided on fur. 237 00:14:09,520 --> 00:14:12,640 All of you, plus my father, are working in the fur business. 238 00:14:12,640 --> 00:14:15,350 So I'll be the first to bring in denim.R 239 00:14:16,480 --> 00:14:18,480 Ah Long, ask for a menu. 240 00:14:18,480 --> 00:14:19,520 Okay. 241 00:14:19,690 --> 00:14:20,940 Think it over. 242 00:14:21,440 --> 00:14:23,110 You want to be the first? 243 00:14:23,360 --> 00:14:25,660 You need processing lines. 244 00:14:26,160 --> 00:14:28,740 Call us when you change your mind. 245 00:14:28,950 --> 00:14:30,280 Today or tomorrow, 246 00:14:30,330 --> 00:14:32,290 next month or next year. 247 00:14:32,450 --> 00:14:34,250 All you need to do is call, 248 00:14:34,250 --> 00:14:36,210 and we'll drop what we're doing 249 00:14:36,250 --> 00:14:37,830 and help you out. 250 00:14:38,130 --> 00:14:39,170 How's that? 251 00:14:49,010 --> 00:14:51,560 Look after my father. 252 00:14:52,060 --> 00:14:55,140 I'll find another way. 253 00:14:59,230 --> 00:15:02,020 -Oh, hello Miss Wang. -Hi, where's Mr. Wei? 254 00:15:02,030 --> 00:15:03,740 He's on the second floor. This way. 255 00:15:03,740 --> 00:15:05,940 Welcome, Miss Wang. 256 00:15:06,820 --> 00:15:07,860 Miss Wang? 257 00:15:12,120 --> 00:15:13,700 Take care, Mr. Bao. 258 00:15:13,790 --> 00:15:14,500 Thank you. 259 00:15:14,500 --> 00:15:15,660 Take it slow. 260 00:15:15,660 --> 00:15:16,750 Careful, Mr. Wei. 261 00:15:17,580 --> 00:15:18,540 Are you okay? 262 00:15:18,540 --> 00:15:20,540 You're too late. 263 00:15:21,420 --> 00:15:25,800 -Sorry, Lucy. -We already have an office, okay? 264 00:15:44,900 --> 00:15:46,110 Are you okay? 265 00:15:47,700 --> 00:15:49,660 I'm fine. Don't worry about me. 266 00:15:54,240 --> 00:15:55,910 I'll give him a ride home. 267 00:15:56,960 --> 00:15:58,750 He can take care of himself. 268 00:16:00,420 --> 00:16:01,540 Then I'll leave. 269 00:16:03,250 --> 00:16:05,300 I ran into Uncle Ye at No. 27. 270 00:16:08,340 --> 00:16:09,510 He told me. 271 00:16:11,760 --> 00:16:14,390 I was there for the Walmart jeans. 272 00:16:15,770 --> 00:16:18,180 I would've done the same if I were you. 273 00:16:19,060 --> 00:16:22,980 For a new company, a successful first project is crucial. 274 00:16:23,190 --> 00:16:25,780 The Walmart order is an ideal choice. 275 00:16:27,900 --> 00:16:29,700 I'm going to show everybody 276 00:16:29,990 --> 00:16:33,160 that Miss Wang not only doesn't need to rely on Mr. Bao-- 277 00:16:33,160 --> 00:16:34,910 She can surpass Mr. Bao. 278 00:16:34,910 --> 00:16:35,700 And then some. 279 00:16:35,700 --> 00:16:36,700 Great. 280 00:16:37,040 --> 00:16:39,960 I know how much commission you can give No. 27. 281 00:16:40,500 --> 00:16:42,000 I can match it. 282 00:16:42,380 --> 00:16:44,420 We're primarily competing on price. 283 00:16:44,880 --> 00:16:48,050 If we're equal on pricing, then our affiliation with No.27 284 00:16:48,050 --> 00:16:50,090 and our revenue going to their books 285 00:16:50,720 --> 00:16:53,720 will give us the upper hand. 286 00:16:53,760 --> 00:16:54,850 That's smart. 287 00:16:55,760 --> 00:16:57,970 So you're watching my pricing closely. 288 00:16:58,020 --> 00:17:00,180 If you can match them, you'll win. 289 00:17:00,770 --> 00:17:01,770 That's right. 290 00:17:02,900 --> 00:17:04,270 What about costs? 291 00:17:04,900 --> 00:17:08,230 There's no way you'll be able to match my costs. 292 00:17:08,320 --> 00:17:09,610 Don't be so sure. 293 00:17:10,490 --> 00:17:13,820 In this industry, there are new companies starting everyday. 294 00:17:13,820 --> 00:17:17,580 Whoever is the boldest gets ahead. 295 00:17:23,620 --> 00:17:24,620 Alright. 296 00:17:25,340 --> 00:17:27,040 Then let's see which of us 297 00:17:29,720 --> 00:17:31,590 is bolder. 298 00:17:38,640 --> 00:17:41,600 The more you celebrate, the more you succeed! 299 00:17:42,310 --> 00:17:43,770 Don't worry about me. 300 00:18:29,650 --> 00:18:31,480 Fried ribs with rice cakes 301 00:18:31,820 --> 00:18:34,280 witnessed my journey with Miss Wang, 302 00:18:35,200 --> 00:18:38,030 our twists and turns, and drifting apart. 303 00:18:39,580 --> 00:18:42,410 The train of fate doesn't announce its destination. 304 00:18:42,540 --> 00:18:44,830 At our stop, we went our separate ways. 305 00:18:45,920 --> 00:18:49,750 Ahead of Miss Wang lay the winding road of starting anew. 306 00:18:51,170 --> 00:18:53,130 And after patiently waiting, 307 00:18:53,130 --> 00:18:56,180 I finally saw the light at the end of the tunnel. 308 00:19:02,600 --> 00:19:03,890 Good night, Mr. Bao. 309 00:19:04,520 --> 00:19:06,140 Why are you here so late? 310 00:19:06,270 --> 00:19:08,650 Mr. Bao, guess who I just saw. 311 00:19:13,740 --> 00:19:14,740 Sleep well. 312 00:19:17,360 --> 00:19:20,200 Thank you for staying with us. Have a good evening. 313 00:19:30,420 --> 00:19:31,590 Hey, Mr. Gu. 314 00:19:31,590 --> 00:19:32,880 What's up? 315 00:19:33,090 --> 00:19:34,800 Who were those Hong Kong guys? 316 00:19:34,800 --> 00:19:35,800 They just moved in. 317 00:19:35,880 --> 00:19:37,010 They just moved in? 318 00:19:37,300 --> 00:19:40,090 They're staying one floor up in Room 81. 319 00:19:40,180 --> 00:19:42,010 I've seen them at The Grand Lisbon. 320 00:19:42,010 --> 00:19:45,270 They're probably the lawyers that Southern hired. 321 00:19:45,890 --> 00:19:46,850 A coincidence? 322 00:19:46,850 --> 00:19:49,060 I had my eye on them right away. 323 00:19:53,070 --> 00:19:54,280 What is this? 324 00:19:54,780 --> 00:19:56,320 Treasure. 325 00:20:16,840 --> 00:20:19,010 The salmon is on the move. 326 00:20:22,140 --> 00:20:24,510 The quicker it moves, 327 00:20:25,140 --> 00:20:26,850 the sooner it dies. 328 00:20:27,680 --> 00:20:29,890 This looks like a legal opinion. 329 00:20:30,060 --> 00:20:32,770 -A legal opinion? -Seems related to an acquisition. 330 00:20:32,770 --> 00:20:36,360 No wonder they hired lawyers from Hong Kong. 331 00:20:36,570 --> 00:20:39,150 This one's a notice to shareholders. 332 00:20:39,490 --> 00:20:41,450 It's probably for the press. 333 00:20:41,620 --> 00:20:44,120 Can you tell what company it's about? 334 00:20:45,120 --> 00:20:47,080 There are numbers on this page. 335 00:20:47,080 --> 00:20:47,830 Take a look. 336 00:20:47,910 --> 00:20:50,210 Six, five, and two. 337 00:20:50,370 --> 00:20:51,370 Is that right? 338 00:20:51,380 --> 00:20:52,170 652. 339 00:20:52,170 --> 00:20:53,920 It's Shenbei Appliances. 340 00:20:54,500 --> 00:20:57,710 The Shenzhen Gang knows I live in the Peace Hotel. 341 00:20:58,380 --> 00:21:00,050 This is not a coincidence. 342 00:21:00,800 --> 00:21:04,010 These Hong Kong lawyers are top professionals. 343 00:21:04,010 --> 00:21:06,180 Such important documents, even when shredded, 344 00:21:06,180 --> 00:21:08,680 wouldn't be casually thrown in the trash. 345 00:21:10,560 --> 00:21:13,400 It's salmon bait, and we're the salmon. 346 00:21:13,860 --> 00:21:16,900 Why would the catfish from Shenzhen set such a trap? 347 00:21:16,900 --> 00:21:20,780 Who better to ask than the person who warned me about him. 348 00:21:20,860 --> 00:21:21,820 Madame, 349 00:21:23,820 --> 00:21:25,120 Mr. Bao's looking for you. 350 00:21:28,910 --> 00:21:30,120 About time. 351 00:21:34,580 --> 00:21:36,340 You're here? 352 00:21:36,500 --> 00:21:38,040 -There you are. -Hi. 353 00:21:38,050 --> 00:21:39,630 Mr. Bao is waiting. 354 00:21:39,630 --> 00:21:43,720 Two more servings of fish filet for Mr. Bao's table! 355 00:21:48,140 --> 00:21:49,890 Finally have an appetite for fish? 356 00:21:50,390 --> 00:21:51,850 Is there still fish left? 357 00:21:53,940 --> 00:21:56,520 Depends on how you want it prepared. 358 00:21:57,860 --> 00:21:59,980 Big fish should be prepared one way, 359 00:21:59,980 --> 00:22:01,860 small fish prepared another way. 360 00:22:02,820 --> 00:22:05,160 Then I'll paint you a picture. 361 00:22:05,450 --> 00:22:07,120 You decide if it's big or small. 362 00:22:07,120 --> 00:22:08,160 Sure. 363 00:22:10,080 --> 00:22:11,830 You heard of Warren Buffett? 364 00:22:12,460 --> 00:22:13,370 Of course. 365 00:22:14,170 --> 00:22:16,380 Mr. A worshipped him. 366 00:22:21,760 --> 00:22:22,720 Mr. Bao, 367 00:22:24,180 --> 00:22:25,720 why do you buy stocks? 368 00:22:28,350 --> 00:22:29,560 To make money. 369 00:22:29,560 --> 00:22:30,890 Buy low, sell high. 370 00:22:36,020 --> 00:22:37,600 Buffett once said, 371 00:22:39,610 --> 00:22:43,440 "You're not buying a stock, you're buying part ownership in a business." 372 00:22:46,320 --> 00:22:48,280 Is that supposed to be news? 373 00:22:49,870 --> 00:22:52,790 Everyone knows to buy only quality stocks. 374 00:22:55,790 --> 00:22:58,080 I don't think you understood me. 375 00:23:00,420 --> 00:23:02,760 I'm talking about buying a company. 376 00:23:07,680 --> 00:23:09,930 I had assumed all the catfish wanted 377 00:23:09,930 --> 00:23:13,560 was to shake things up and make a quick profit. 378 00:23:14,230 --> 00:23:17,060 I never imagined they were here to acquire a company. 379 00:23:17,400 --> 00:23:21,860 At the time, a maneuver like that was nearly unheard of. 380 00:23:22,570 --> 00:23:25,280 It was a first in China's capital markets. 381 00:23:25,440 --> 00:23:26,440 Mr. Bao, 382 00:23:28,820 --> 00:23:30,990 which companies are easiest to buy? 383 00:23:39,840 --> 00:23:41,630 The "Three No" companies. 384 00:23:49,640 --> 00:23:52,850 "Three No" companies had no state-owned shares, 385 00:23:53,260 --> 00:23:54,890 no corporate-owned shares, 386 00:23:55,220 --> 00:23:56,810 no foreign-owned shares. 387 00:23:57,640 --> 00:24:01,020 what made them special was their small market capitalization 388 00:24:01,400 --> 00:24:03,610 with all the shares in circulation. 389 00:24:03,610 --> 00:24:07,490 Institutional buyers could easily collect them on the secondary market. 390 00:24:09,110 --> 00:24:11,870 At the time, there were four such stocks. 391 00:24:13,490 --> 00:24:18,330 Two of them were hinted at in Mr. Qiang's shredded documents. 392 00:24:20,380 --> 00:24:22,580 His trap did us a huge favor. 393 00:24:23,250 --> 00:24:26,760 We could assume neither company mentioned was his target. 394 00:24:27,920 --> 00:24:33,340 All that was left was to narrow it down between two final options. 395 00:24:34,560 --> 00:24:35,970 It was either 603, 396 00:24:36,770 --> 00:24:38,060 or 601. 397 00:24:43,770 --> 00:24:46,110 Can you be more specific, Miss Li Li? 398 00:24:49,610 --> 00:24:50,780 I can... 399 00:24:53,240 --> 00:24:54,780 but it will cost you. 400 00:24:57,240 --> 00:25:00,210 A Buffett quote for ¥300,000. 401 00:25:00,920 --> 00:25:02,540 You drive a hard bargain. 402 00:25:07,000 --> 00:25:08,670 That was just the deposit. 403 00:25:09,720 --> 00:25:10,670 Mr. Bao, 404 00:25:11,720 --> 00:25:14,140 this fish is bigger than we imagined. 405 00:25:15,140 --> 00:25:16,930 Do you have the stomach for it? 406 00:25:17,350 --> 00:25:19,270 Think about it and let me know. 407 00:25:22,100 --> 00:25:25,520 Mr. Bao, the fish filet is here. 408 00:25:26,570 --> 00:25:28,320 Take your time. 409 00:25:33,450 --> 00:25:34,620 Enjoy the fish. 410 00:25:42,460 --> 00:25:43,920 Since last month, 411 00:25:44,120 --> 00:25:47,840 the four "Three No" stocks have all been active. 412 00:25:48,630 --> 00:25:51,420 Two of them have had exceptional trading volume. 413 00:25:51,420 --> 00:25:54,300 The number of shareholders is decreasing, 414 00:25:54,590 --> 00:25:57,720 The amount of shares they each hold is increasing. 415 00:25:58,100 --> 00:26:00,020 Two points are clear then. 416 00:26:00,180 --> 00:26:03,060 A big buyer is manipulating things, 417 00:26:03,440 --> 00:26:06,190 but they won't buy out both companies. 418 00:26:06,190 --> 00:26:09,440 We still can't know for sure which company's the target 419 00:26:09,440 --> 00:26:11,030 and which company's the bait. 420 00:26:11,240 --> 00:26:14,280 They're trying to throw us off, 421 00:26:15,120 --> 00:26:17,490 but every action leaves its mark. 422 00:26:17,780 --> 00:26:20,120 Tell your informant to watch Mr. Qiang. 423 00:26:20,120 --> 00:26:22,910 I'd like to know what he's got up his sleeve. 424 00:26:23,710 --> 00:26:24,920 The informant? 425 00:26:25,420 --> 00:26:26,960 That door's closed. 426 00:26:27,420 --> 00:26:29,210 They weeded her out. 427 00:26:30,760 --> 00:26:32,210 Wipe your tears. 428 00:26:34,930 --> 00:26:37,970 Find Xiao Ai another job. Compensate her well. 429 00:26:38,220 --> 00:26:39,220 Don't worry. 430 00:26:39,220 --> 00:26:41,760 I already found you a new position. 431 00:26:44,230 --> 00:26:45,180 Take the money. 432 00:26:46,150 --> 00:26:47,600 -I won't. -Take it. 433 00:26:47,650 --> 00:26:49,320 -No. -Take it. 434 00:26:49,610 --> 00:26:52,070 You have to take the money. 435 00:26:53,610 --> 00:26:55,400 This Qiang is ruthless. 436 00:26:55,660 --> 00:26:57,570 He didn't just nail our informant, 437 00:26:57,620 --> 00:26:59,990 he sent one to spy on us. 438 00:27:16,760 --> 00:27:19,840 I left Yangzhou when I was 13. I'm loyal to Old Man Guan. 439 00:27:19,850 --> 00:27:22,810 I can't be bought with a bit of cash. 440 00:27:22,970 --> 00:27:25,600 Now the gloves are off. 441 00:27:26,350 --> 00:27:28,060 It's time to make our move. 442 00:27:28,560 --> 00:27:31,480 Mr. Bao rarely visits Cheerful Restaurant. 443 00:27:32,520 --> 00:27:33,820 Instead, 444 00:27:33,980 --> 00:27:35,530 it's always Captain Cai. 445 00:27:36,240 --> 00:27:38,660 Find out everyone Mr. Bao's met recently. 446 00:27:51,630 --> 00:27:53,460 On March 3rd, 1991, 447 00:27:51,760 --> 00:27:54,140 {\an8}"2000 Olympics Bid Countdown" 448 00:27:53,550 --> 00:27:57,720 the International Olympic Committee received a letter from China. 449 00:27:57,840 --> 00:28:01,930 In the letter, Beijing petitioned to host the Summer Olympics in 2000, 450 00:28:02,010 --> 00:28:04,560 heralding the turn of a new century. 451 00:28:04,560 --> 00:28:09,230 Beijing extends a sincere invitation to people from around the world. 452 00:28:09,520 --> 00:28:12,980 The people of China respect the spirit of the Olympics 453 00:28:13,150 --> 00:28:16,610 and strive to promote international peace and harmony. 454 00:28:16,740 --> 00:28:19,450 -At the 1990 Asian Games... -Move! 455 00:28:19,450 --> 00:28:20,740 -...Beijing hosted... -Excuse me. 456 00:28:20,740 --> 00:28:22,660 ...over 6000 athletes 457 00:28:22,740 --> 00:28:24,700 from 37 countries and regions... 458 00:28:24,740 --> 00:28:26,700 You've reached The Grand Lisbon. 459 00:28:27,960 --> 00:28:28,960 Mr. Bao. 460 00:28:29,080 --> 00:28:31,170 Unfortunately, the Madame is busy. 461 00:28:31,250 --> 00:28:33,630 -Do you have something urgent? -That's okay. 462 00:28:33,630 --> 00:28:34,800 Who's there today? 463 00:28:34,800 --> 00:28:37,630 Mr. Qiang came to watch the Olympics bid results. 464 00:28:38,050 --> 00:28:40,180 The Madame is entertaining them. 465 00:28:40,180 --> 00:28:41,300 You're not coming? 466 00:28:41,430 --> 00:28:43,600 I'm watching it with friends elsewhere. 467 00:28:43,720 --> 00:28:46,470 Tell your Madame I'll see her tonight. 468 00:28:46,470 --> 00:28:47,680 Got it. 469 00:28:52,310 --> 00:28:53,810 Have they announced it yet? 470 00:28:53,980 --> 00:28:56,070 Manager Pan, is the Madame here? 471 00:28:56,530 --> 00:28:59,030 -I remember what you once said. -Not right now. 472 00:28:59,030 --> 00:29:04,990 Only have one purpose for any action. 473 00:29:05,830 --> 00:29:09,200 Only have one kind of relationship with any person. 474 00:29:09,960 --> 00:29:13,330 Blurred lines are sure to cause problems. 475 00:29:16,040 --> 00:29:20,720 I take it you didn't come here to watch the Olympics announcement. 476 00:29:23,010 --> 00:29:25,760 Do you know why we've supported you 477 00:29:26,390 --> 00:29:28,180 since The Grand Lisbon opened? 478 00:29:28,310 --> 00:29:29,350 I do. 479 00:29:30,060 --> 00:29:33,980 Any restaurant, at its core, is just a venue. 480 00:29:34,940 --> 00:29:36,190 We come to you 481 00:29:36,980 --> 00:29:39,480 because we consider this OUR home turf. 482 00:29:43,360 --> 00:29:45,030 So what I hear is, 483 00:29:45,120 --> 00:29:47,990 The Grand Lisbon still has room to improve. 484 00:29:50,500 --> 00:29:51,500 Li Li, 485 00:29:52,960 --> 00:29:54,960 how long have we known each other? 486 00:29:55,210 --> 00:29:56,210 Three years? 487 00:29:56,340 --> 00:29:57,380 Five! 488 00:29:57,800 --> 00:30:00,260 I watched you blaze your path to here. 489 00:30:01,170 --> 00:30:02,970 What you went through... 490 00:30:05,180 --> 00:30:07,930 Others may not know, but I do. 491 00:30:08,850 --> 00:30:11,560 Who you like and who you love 492 00:30:12,180 --> 00:30:13,850 is none of my business. 493 00:30:14,940 --> 00:30:16,940 Just always remember. 494 00:30:17,770 --> 00:30:20,320 Betraying friends for a lover, 495 00:30:21,570 --> 00:30:24,900 no matter where you are, is unforgivable. 496 00:30:27,410 --> 00:30:28,620 Mr. Qiang, 497 00:30:30,580 --> 00:30:32,500 you think too little of me. 498 00:30:35,920 --> 00:30:37,120 Manager Pan. 499 00:30:39,550 --> 00:30:40,670 Madame. 500 00:30:41,460 --> 00:30:46,300 All of Mr. Qiang and his friends' meals from this past month are on the house. 501 00:30:47,430 --> 00:30:48,390 Got it. 502 00:30:50,680 --> 00:30:53,310 Starting tomorrow, don't come to The Grand Lisbon anymore. 503 00:30:53,310 --> 00:30:53,890 Why? 504 00:30:54,020 --> 00:30:55,230 To avoid suspicion. 505 00:30:56,810 --> 00:30:58,770 Once you've made your money, 506 00:30:59,400 --> 00:31:01,570 you can come back to celebrate. 507 00:31:09,990 --> 00:31:11,740 You're as unyielding as ever. 508 00:31:13,910 --> 00:31:16,580 but there's no such thing as a free meal. 509 00:31:27,430 --> 00:31:29,680 Just consider it a tip for the waitress. 510 00:31:29,760 --> 00:31:31,560 Mr. Qiang, I'll walk you out. 511 00:31:31,680 --> 00:31:34,470 Mr. Qiang, what about the bidding result? 512 00:31:38,060 --> 00:31:40,270 The Olympics happen every four years. 513 00:31:41,190 --> 00:31:43,690 This time, next time... 514 00:31:44,570 --> 00:31:46,440 Sooner or later, it'll be ours. 515 00:31:46,860 --> 00:31:48,030 There's no rush. 516 00:32:17,020 --> 00:32:18,770 Hello, Mr. Bao. 517 00:32:34,790 --> 00:32:36,240 Here's your deposit back. 518 00:32:38,830 --> 00:32:42,210 Looks like someone doesn't want me getting close to Ms. Li Li. 519 00:32:42,960 --> 00:32:45,170 Or have I threatened someone's benefits? 520 00:32:45,800 --> 00:32:47,380 I'm not anyone's benefit. 521 00:32:49,220 --> 00:32:51,880 Let's not talk about you then. Let's talk about benefits. 522 00:32:52,510 --> 00:32:54,760 Put aside the ¥300,000 for now. 523 00:32:55,310 --> 00:32:56,720 Let's make a fortune together. 524 00:32:56,720 --> 00:32:57,680 I provide capital. 525 00:32:57,770 --> 00:32:59,230 You provide information. 526 00:32:59,230 --> 00:33:02,600 We align our interests, and you get a cut of the profits. 527 00:33:05,150 --> 00:33:05,900 How much? 528 00:33:05,980 --> 00:33:06,610 15%. 529 00:33:06,780 --> 00:33:07,780 And if we lose money? 530 00:33:07,860 --> 00:33:09,030 Then that's on me. 531 00:33:09,200 --> 00:33:10,610 How big are we talking? 532 00:33:10,610 --> 00:33:12,910 Double The Grand Lisbon's annual revenue. 533 00:33:15,950 --> 00:33:17,580 That's sizable, 534 00:33:18,330 --> 00:33:21,120 but what matters is the trader's skill. 535 00:33:33,010 --> 00:33:37,720 I've heard stories about Mr. Bao, but I've yet to see your skill for myself. 536 00:33:37,720 --> 00:33:39,770 I expect transparent accounts. 537 00:33:39,770 --> 00:33:41,100 Fine by me. 538 00:33:43,100 --> 00:33:46,560 For commissions, my usual price is 20%. 539 00:33:47,020 --> 00:33:48,650 For Mr. Bao, I'll accept 18%. 540 00:33:56,660 --> 00:33:58,910 The ¥300,000 will be an advance payment. 541 00:33:59,910 --> 00:34:02,080 I'm like what you Shanghainese say, 542 00:34:02,920 --> 00:34:05,120 "I only see the money in front of me." 543 00:34:05,250 --> 00:34:06,920 I don't like to work for nothing. 544 00:34:08,380 --> 00:34:11,380 Miss Li Li seems to have a hard time trusting people. 545 00:34:17,850 --> 00:34:20,430 Whether it's trusting others. or earning others' trust, 546 00:34:20,430 --> 00:34:22,220 it's not worth the hassle. 547 00:34:23,140 --> 00:34:25,730 I like to settle business on the spot. 548 00:34:28,360 --> 00:34:30,110 You can take some time to think. 549 00:34:34,030 --> 00:34:35,700 Tomorrow night, this spot again. 550 00:34:35,950 --> 00:34:40,080 If we both show up, then we'll work together. 551 00:34:41,370 --> 00:34:42,540 It's a deal. 552 00:35:11,150 --> 00:35:12,570 [In Japanese] Excuse me. 553 00:35:12,740 --> 00:35:14,360 [In Japanese] Can I come in? 554 00:35:19,580 --> 00:35:22,370 Your Japanese hasn't improved at all. 555 00:35:27,620 --> 00:35:29,540 What do you think? It's my new shop. 556 00:35:29,540 --> 00:35:31,710 We're opening in just a few days. 557 00:35:32,590 --> 00:35:35,220 So-so. Six out of ten. 558 00:35:35,340 --> 00:35:36,470 Want some pointers? 559 00:35:36,470 --> 00:35:37,840 From you? 560 00:35:38,970 --> 00:35:41,050 I'm satisfied with six out of ten. 561 00:35:41,560 --> 00:35:43,180 How long are you here for? 562 00:35:43,310 --> 00:35:44,980 At least two or three months. 563 00:35:46,230 --> 00:35:49,060 Then you'll have to come support my grand opening. 564 00:35:49,150 --> 00:35:51,360 As long as you're okay with me being picky, 565 00:35:51,360 --> 00:35:52,230 I'll be here. 566 00:35:52,610 --> 00:35:54,780 You won't have anything to nitpick. 567 00:35:56,200 --> 00:35:58,240 Don't just challenge a man like that. 568 00:35:58,240 --> 00:36:00,320 Don't just provoke a woman like that. 569 00:36:00,490 --> 00:36:01,700 Have a drink. 570 00:36:03,490 --> 00:36:06,540 When we were in Tokyo, we had to drink in secret. 571 00:36:06,620 --> 00:36:09,750 Now that I'm the Madame, we can drink as much as we want. 572 00:36:14,000 --> 00:36:15,300 I got you a drink. 573 00:36:15,420 --> 00:36:18,130 -You want me to drink detergent? -Whisky. 574 00:36:18,300 --> 00:36:22,260 -I only drink 25-year-old whiskies. -You can't be picky with free booze. 575 00:36:27,560 --> 00:36:28,980 cleaned the bottles. 576 00:36:36,860 --> 00:36:38,860 Come on. Let's scare them. 577 00:36:38,990 --> 00:36:40,490 Cheers! 578 00:36:40,860 --> 00:36:42,910 They're drinking detergent? 579 00:36:43,330 --> 00:36:46,200 Cheers! 580 00:36:55,920 --> 00:36:56,880 Thank you. 581 00:36:57,300 --> 00:37:00,090 No need. Just buy me a drink when you're rich. 582 00:37:00,090 --> 00:37:01,340 I'm going back. 583 00:37:03,680 --> 00:37:04,600 Take this. 584 00:37:25,910 --> 00:37:26,910 Open this bottle. 585 00:37:27,200 --> 00:37:29,700 Write my name on it, and keep it here. 586 00:37:31,830 --> 00:37:34,670 This is an expensive one. Costs a couple thousand. 587 00:37:35,540 --> 00:37:37,210 I have money now. 588 00:37:40,050 --> 00:37:41,380 You trade stocks? 589 00:37:41,630 --> 00:37:42,800 Do you? 590 00:37:42,840 --> 00:37:44,180 I don't. 591 00:37:44,640 --> 00:37:46,680 I need to see real money. 592 00:37:47,560 --> 00:37:51,060 But by the looks of this card, you seem like a big deal. 593 00:37:51,520 --> 00:37:53,060 I am a big deal. 594 00:37:53,810 --> 00:37:56,110 I'm the biggest deal in Shanghai. 595 00:37:58,280 --> 00:38:00,860 Really? You're that confident? 596 00:38:02,450 --> 00:38:05,570 Back then, I only talked a big game. 597 00:38:05,870 --> 00:38:07,620 Now I live one. 598 00:38:08,330 --> 00:38:09,240 On the rocks? 599 00:38:09,330 --> 00:38:10,290 Yes. 600 00:38:13,580 --> 00:38:14,580 Great. 601 00:38:14,670 --> 00:38:17,080 You're now my shop's first customer. 602 00:38:20,460 --> 00:38:21,460 Congratulations. 603 00:38:21,460 --> 00:38:22,630 Hope I get rich. 604 00:38:28,430 --> 00:38:29,930 How did you find me? 605 00:38:30,640 --> 00:38:32,350 Dinners all over Huanghe Road, 606 00:38:32,350 --> 00:38:33,810 asked everyone I could. 607 00:38:34,850 --> 00:38:37,100 Who knew you were so sentimental? 608 00:38:37,610 --> 00:38:38,940 I'm not. 609 00:38:40,230 --> 00:38:41,230 I miss you. 610 00:38:50,490 --> 00:38:52,160 Save it. 611 00:38:52,870 --> 00:38:56,880 You were going about your business, 612 00:38:57,170 --> 00:38:59,170 happened to find out my address, 613 00:38:59,380 --> 00:39:02,000 and stopped by because it's convenient. 614 00:39:02,170 --> 00:39:04,010 You thought you could fool me? 615 00:39:06,430 --> 00:39:07,970 Everyone is busy nowadays. 616 00:39:07,970 --> 00:39:09,930 Not many things are convenient. 617 00:39:10,260 --> 00:39:11,930 It takes an effort. 618 00:39:12,100 --> 00:39:14,020 Don't be so hard to please. 619 00:39:14,770 --> 00:39:17,480 I hate being treated as "convenient." 620 00:39:18,650 --> 00:39:19,610 Fine. 621 00:39:20,150 --> 00:39:23,280 I'll go out of my way to come to your grand opening. 622 00:39:24,200 --> 00:39:25,740 That's more like it. 623 00:39:27,160 --> 00:39:28,530 To come nitpick. 624 00:39:30,370 --> 00:39:31,330 Madame! 625 00:39:31,490 --> 00:39:32,620 Where does this go? 626 00:39:32,700 --> 00:39:33,870 Coming. 627 00:39:34,080 --> 00:39:35,540 Give me a hand here. 628 00:39:36,830 --> 00:39:38,460 Sure, since it's convenient. 629 00:41:03,750 --> 00:41:05,340 What's this supposed to mean? 630 00:41:05,420 --> 00:41:08,550 She offered to meet, but she didn't show up? 631 00:41:12,050 --> 00:41:13,550 She has her own troubles. 632 00:41:14,050 --> 00:41:16,600 TWO HOURS AGO 633 00:41:26,860 --> 00:41:29,490 Who you like and who you love 634 00:41:30,280 --> 00:41:31,860 is none of my business. 635 00:41:32,910 --> 00:41:34,910 Just always remember. 636 00:41:36,740 --> 00:41:39,160 Betraying friends for a lover 637 00:41:40,460 --> 00:41:43,880 no matter where you are, is unforgivable. 638 00:42:42,950 --> 00:42:46,530 On this night, Li Li let loose. 639 00:42:46,530 --> 00:42:50,240 A few drinks, and a wistful sigh: 640 00:42:50,240 --> 00:42:56,360 "I could fill a book with the things that I've been through." 641 00:42:58,240 --> 00:43:00,160 Madame, you asked for me? 642 00:43:06,880 --> 00:43:08,290 How were tips this month? 643 00:43:08,380 --> 00:43:11,210 With the market down so much, tips were quite low. 644 00:43:12,840 --> 00:43:15,470 Go get a bank card tomorrow. I'll wire you some money. 645 00:43:15,470 --> 00:43:17,140 Buy this stock. 646 00:43:17,140 --> 00:43:19,550 -Fifty thousand shares a day. -Fifty thousand? 647 00:43:19,640 --> 00:43:20,220 Yes. 648 00:43:21,100 --> 00:43:23,100 My phone died. Go bring me another one. 649 00:43:23,100 --> 00:43:24,270 Got it. 650 00:43:34,110 --> 00:43:37,700 I didn't hear anything, but I did see a number. 651 00:43:38,320 --> 00:43:40,530 You decide if you want to trust me. 652 00:43:45,120 --> 00:43:46,250 601. 653 00:43:46,870 --> 00:43:51,130 Nobody knows what Li Li was dwelling on that night. 654 00:43:51,250 --> 00:43:56,170 Her olive branch at the eleventh hour raised more questions than answers. 655 00:43:56,720 --> 00:43:59,800 Was it real or not? Only time would tell. 656 00:43:59,800 --> 00:44:02,930 Fifteen million to bet on a number. 657 00:44:03,180 --> 00:44:06,770 How much do you trust this woman? 658 00:44:08,600 --> 00:44:10,190 She's just the messenger. 659 00:44:11,320 --> 00:44:13,230 It's the catfish that I don't trust. 660 00:44:17,400 --> 00:44:18,950 Let's bet on 603. 661 00:44:27,210 --> 00:44:29,710 The day before the Mid-Autumn Festival, 1993. 662 00:44:30,330 --> 00:44:33,000 China's first-ever stab at a hostile takeover, 663 00:44:33,000 --> 00:44:36,210 The Battle for Baoying, officially began. 664 00:44:38,300 --> 00:44:41,220 Place the orders. It's time for war.