Original subtitles

There was once a notable jewel thief...

who was born real agile

He is good at climbing

and not afraid of heights

No matter how diligently...

you have hidden your valuables;

Once he fancies yourjewellery,

he always succeeds in stealing it all

The jewel thief is highly skilled

and no doors nor locks can bar him

He leaves behind a red carnation...

which is his calling card

Fleeting transient and ephemeral absurdity of youth

Leaves an intense void in the resentful heart

Heroism passes with time

Sadness disappears with a song

Jewel thief, highly skilled

with a song pompous than high Heavens

A crimson carnation he leaves behind

Well, that is his mark

Diamonds, sparkling diamonds...

like shimmering stars from skies above

Heaven's stars one can pluck not

...but diamonds are worthier than gold

Diamonds, sparkling diamonds

As colourful as a rainbow

But the rainbow...

when compared to diamonds doesn't dazzle as much

I love diamonds... glittering diamonds

I love diamonds... sparkling diamonds

I love diamonds, cold as ice

I love diamonds, hard as steel

Oh diamonds, rigid as steel

Can be compared to ruthlessness of a man's heart

Splendidly attired beauties pine at the door

Eager to pat his cheek

Diamonds, cold as ice

Very much like vicious nature of a fair woman's heart

Even as men kneel before her

She kicks them away afar

I love diamonds... sparkling diamonds

I love diamonds... brilliantly bright

I love diamonds, cold as ice

I love diamonds, hard as steel

Diamonds, I love you... forever

I love the lustrous radiant diamonds so!

As expected, I find you here

Hey, how was my singing?

A bit lacking

What do you mean?

Consider that as your last performance

You wouldn't have the chance to sing anymore

See you later

So long, guys

So you also think I stole those diamonds

Because you just adore them

You can't expect a long-term career in singing

I told you that earlier

I am not finished with my singing career

Let's push it open

He escaped from there!

Taxi

Hop in, Mr Poon, I've been awaiting you for long

Excuse me, I'll get another taxi

Don't be a fool, Diamond Poon

Detective Pao

You flatter me

When no crisis, Detective Pao is around

But when there's a problem, he can't solve

Sorry

One often hears the street-kids sing that

That's why I couldn't help humming

I remember watching a movie once

Quoting a line from it:

The best secret agents never take...

the first taxi that comes by

Instead they always opt for the second one

The first one usually has...

a gunman waiting for you

You should have known that

I'm no 007

Right

You're Diamond Poon the jewel thief

Wrong. I'm Poon, the pop singer

Are you seeing me home?

Back to your old lair

What's the charge?

Diamonds

The evidence?

Diamonds, woman, a red carnation

I beg your pardon. Just like six years ago

Your method is so stale

Why can't you think of something new?

In the present times,

this romantic game is sort of outdated

The fragrance is gone

Are you charging me based on that?

Maybe someone is copying my technique

There's no one else, everyone knows your style

It's strange. What's so good about diamonds?

I mean, you can't eat those

I swear I'll never return to jail

It's not even one year and yet you're going back

I did say you can't pursue your singing career forever

It's the second time I hear that today

This means you have some friends who understand you

Mr Poon, you can't escape

I'll take you back to your old domicile

Oh damn!

Can you drive?

Do you know how to drive?

You ever driven a car?

I turned on the lights and honked the horn

Didn't you see or hear?

Most likely you don't know what a car is!

I tell you

If there's so much as a scratch on my sedan

I'll skin you alive

Nuts

Me nuts?

If you don't know how to drive just tell me

...and stop pretending a he-man

I can be your driving instructor

Miss, I wasn't driving

How dare you talk like that?

I don't care if you're a driver

Forget the car if you don't know shit

You see, I am...

I don't care who you are

Dammit, what are you doing with the flower?

He is Detective Pao

When no crisis, Detective Pao is around

What are you kids singing?

But when there's a problem, he can't solve

If you continue I'll have you shot

Go away, c'mon beat it

Why are you still standing there? Go...

Return to the station

Poon

Guo Ji

Hey stranger, you haven't come here since long!

I'm here now, aren't I?

Have you come at this hour to steal diamonds?

You believe that too?

Looks like you're in great trouble

You haven't answered me yet

Of course I believe you

But...

Things are not quite that simple

It's clearly written in the newspapers

The style of the Flying Thief is exactly like yours

and there is the...

Red carnation

Right, that debauched plaything of yours

Never can get to remember that

Guo Ji

Poon

Tien Xin

Ah Poon, it's really you!

I thought you have forgotten about us

I heard you joking with someone

So it's this fellow

She bought a stack of your records

...and wants your autograph

Why will I listen to his records now;

I'd rather he sing to me

Not today

I just escaped from Detective Pao

and I'm not in the right mood

So old Pao is on your tail, huh!

Such pearls & diamonds is the lifestyle of you women

Hey, was it really you?

Do you believe it?

You already possess a diamond voice

What need do you have for them stones?

That's sweet of you

Guo Ji, yourjewellery company...

is the biggest one around here, right?

How else could I afford such a classy woman?

So you should know who...

is the wealthiest lady here, right?

I'd say I am second to none

You know, I'd prefer a list...

of the top five richest ladies in Hong Kong

Are you mad?

This is 'do unto others as they do unto you'

Everyone says the Flying Thief...

has a style...

just like mine...

What's more, he even has the symbol like mine

He copies every detail...

and is just like me in every way

Of course I do understand him clearly

Apart from stealing jewellery,

he wants to frame me

But this guy forgets one thing

Since he copies my every detail

I am the one who knows him well

Whatever his target, steps and faults

I understand thoroughly

So...

So I know what his next move will be

I want to catch him with my own hands

Guo Ji, sooner or later

he is likely to go after the moneyed ladies

You give me that list so I'll be prepared for him

If he were you...

then I'd lose those five rich lady customers

Guo Ji, all the jewellery I stole earlier...

I sold to you, right?

You trust me most

I was in jail for five years

But did I tell the police...

who is the buyer of all stolen jewellery?

I trust you the most

You know, this Flying Thief who impersonates me...

He is probably the one who sold me to the cops

...six years back

I ought to get him

Really? Who would do that to you?

I don't know either

Alright, I'll furnish you with the list

And... tonight

I'll have to stay here

Detective Pao is looking for me everywhere

Didn't think we'd let you go, did ya?

We're also looking for you

Good morning, Mr Wang

Good morning

What brings you here?

I've come on some business

What can I do for you?

I believe you do know...

about the Flying Thief

I never keep jewellery at home

They're all in the company's safe

You're in this line of business so you know better

So what's the problem?

Your good friend Diamond Poon

Could you be mistaken about him?

I know I'm right

The newspaper cannot publish he's caught here

Sure, I'll take care of it

Quickly

C'mon guys, hurry...

Go on, scram...

Hey, detective Pao, what a surprise!

When no crisis, Detective Pao is around

But when there's a problem, he can't solve

Hey man, don't you recognize me?

Sorry

I should be sorry...

for giving you that punch

You were also concerned that they'd doubt me

I really like this place

You're all wrong

Diamonds are not what I like most

Actually it's dancing and singing

And women

I haven't yet found someone I like

How did you come in?

Ever since you left...

someone has been guarding the door

I had to come back and get changed

What are they doing?

Picking up the coin

Any news?

Wang Guo Ji just called

Said he has got what you asked for

He's asked you to meet him tomorrow night 9 o' clock

...at the Mama Papa night club

There was also this lady

Who?

A lady...

came looking after you left

She's requested me to tell you that...

if you are interested in diamonds

you can talk to her at nine tonight

She'll be waiting at Lei Yuan

That's a huge amusement park, where can I find her?

She wants you to check out the bumper cars

But I haven't seen her before

She said you'll know her by then

What else did she say?

She'll wait till she sees you

A deadly appointment!

Would you be going?

Looks pretty interesting

It may be a trap though

It could also be fun

Hey listen, if I don't make it back

You're in charge here

Pardon?

We both are somewhat alike

I mean, really in love with this place

What are you doing?

I ask you, what is sexiest in the world?

Diamonds

Right

And what is the softest?

Bones

No, mens' bones

What do you want with me?

You'll come to me sooner or later

I didn't quite understand

Let me tell you

I am the woman with most diamonds in Hong Kong

Are you crazy?

I want to see how you steal them from me

Are you crazy?

No, you are crazy

I've got to go, what's your name?

Darling

What did you say?

My name is Darling

Don't be so passionate, we've just met

Well, that's my name. I'm called Darling

You're nuts

Where are you folks taking me?

Can't you speak?

Buddy Pao

Shut up, we're sending you to heaven

You're the Flying Thief?

You flatter me

Miss said to hand him over to me

You all may leave

Aren't you worried he might escape?

He won't

Come

Wow, even Detective Pao is afraid of your lady

You needn't use flattery

Okay...

Carnation

Go in

Chau scared me

She resembles you a lot

No, she's prettier

You're more my style

The lady with the most diamonds in Hong Kong

If you don't believe me, I can show you

No need, I can smell it

Aren't you wondering why...

I've brought you here?

I am curious why you want to harm me

Why would I harm you?

You wanted to meet me; yet you inform the police

No, Pao got a tip off...

and turned up

Really?

Quit being a sissy. Why do I need to fool you?

Come down will you?

Since I've known you...

I've always had to shout

I am responsible for your case

I know you well

And I know exactly...

where you've been these few days

I can catch you any time...

without having to inform Pao

You're responsible for my case?

The police knows even if Pao catches you

...there is no evidence

Asked me to help out; I promised

In return I demanded to be fully in charge

Why have you brought me here?

So you could be close to my treasure

...and steal it with ease

And then I can nab you red-handed

Dream on!

With you next to them...

who would dare to come and steal!

You would

You are the famous diamond thief

Consider this as your big challenge

You wouldn't want to pass up this opportunity...

and do nothing about it

You understand me that well?

Am I right?

Ms Aerobatic, what are the rules of your game?

There are no rules

No restraints?

You can do anything you want

Then tonight

Let me invite you for a dance at the night club

Really?

You said I can do anything I want

Well, as long as you put up with me

You missed the best part of the show

Miss Fang is the best part of the show

Tien Xin... Oh, Mrs Wang, Mr Wang

Managing Director of Guo Ji Jewel Corporation

You should know each other

I have heard of Miss Fang...

but not the pleasure of meeting her

I mostly prefer to purchase jewellery abroad

Such a rich lady as Miss Fang...

is also playing cop

You heard too?

How else could a noted diamond hustler like you...

be chained to her?

Mrs Wang sure has a good sense of humour

You flatter me

Let's dance

I heard you were arrested...

and went to the police station to see you

She bailed me out

Hey, can everyone call you Darling?

Not ladies

Tien Xin, you're so sweet tonight

Don't let Darling hear that

It never occurred to me you're so beautiful

Don't let Tien Xin hear that

Can everyone call you Tien Xin?

Don't misunderstand. I'm very jealous, you see

Have you brought the list?

Your Darling is first on the list

Oh, god!

What was Guo Ji whispering to you?

He said you're the best part of the programme

What are you doing here?

I couldn't sleep

Then suddenly I thought of studying you closely

Murmur of flowing water heard atop the bridge

The scenery is unforgettable

I'm leaving home to wander the world

You've been secretly filming me?

Not bad, I'd say

Only close-ups?

I like your dancing

You have a great physique for dancing...

And also for scaling roofs

That's your own opinion

The meandering river flows endlessly

Leaves of grass drift along peacefully

Though you exaggerate your posture while singing...

yet I wouldn't say it's too disagreeable

And at times...

it has a certain special appeal

Oh mama, is itjust like my love

Oh mama, it comes so strangely

Oh mama, why don't you make it clear...

where from does my love emerge

Comparatively

I like your profile the best

If it's love that you seek

You've first got to fill in that smile

...and extend your passionate arms

And love will cast itself into your bosom

Do you know how many times I've watched you?

I'd still say your face is most endearing

It's like you can look at him forever

A pity it's a thief's face though!

You want to wake up the whole world

Though there's beauty from afar

I only want to spend my life with you

Why do you hate me so much?

That's because I like you too much...

to bear the fact that you're a thief

You also think I am the Flying Thief?

What is this?

I saw Guo Ji put it there surreptitiously

Give it back

No

First on the list: Miss Fang Darling

With diamonds weighing about 800 carats

Second...

Ramona, with diamonds weighing about 700 carats

Give it back

Miss Liu Tung Sau, with...

Can you deny it, you have them all lined up

You're mistaken. This is my plan to catch...

the flying thief who impersonates me

Who'd believe that!

So what do you intend to do?

I'll conduct some investigations tomorrow...

as to the layout of their homes

So I could be prepared

If I'm not mistaken,

the Flying Thief will soon...

strike to rob these rich ladies

Shall I also accompany you tomorrow?

To keep an eye on me?

To learn from you

Six years ago when I climbed those roofs

...it was like entering my own kitchen

Is the air better up there?

I only smelled diamonds then

Oh, why is Tien Xin also here?

What?

Look

Go quickly

Who are they? Why do they want to kill you?

Hello

Is it Tien Xin?

It's me, Poon

What were you doing at Liu's villa in the afternoon?

Madam Liu wants to buy some jewellery

Guo Ji wasn't free, so I went over in his place

What about you?

Of late I've been concerned that the Flying Thief...

is going to rob these homes

I just hope you and Guo Ji are not dragged into this

No way. Thank you

I then saw you...

and you appeared frightened

Is everything alright?

Yeah sure. It's just that... I saw a snake

Anyway, it was dead

From where did you see me?

That I ain't telling

I'll contact you later, good bye

Good bye

What weren't you willing to tell?

She asked me if I had been stuck with you

Before knowing for sure...

if you are really innocent

How could I let you go?

Is this your bedroom?

You've already asked that twice

I know what you're thinking

Don't forget, what I think is also...

what the diamond thief would be curious about

I won't tell you...

because it's MY diamonds we're talking about

Whoever wants it would have to look for it

And you would wait for him?

Darling, there's something I fail to understand

Now why would a rich girl like you...

be involved in a cop's job?

It's because I'm too rich and seek the excitement

Your parents?

They both passed away

I've been left with all this inheritance

Tell me, is it cool being a thief?

More or less like being a cop

But one pursues, the other one escapes

If I didn't have so much money

...l'll certainly be the Flying thief

You silly girl

It's good to be rich, one can say such things

Stop saying it

Say that once again

What?

Silly girl

You silly girl...

Come on, give it back

What you talking about?

My diamonds, my jewellery!

It's been stolen?

Stop pretending

You took it while I was sleeping

Stop pretending and give it back

Honestly I didn't take. What else is gone?

Where was it all kept?

Take a look yourself

You can't escape

You haven't caught me red handed

I'll get you first

You're not that much better than Detective Pao

I trusted you too much

If you could sleep with me

...you should trust that I am innocent

Hold it!

Don't move

You're in trouble again

Watch out

Don't move

Hold still, don't move...

Put down your guns

Quick, put them down

Sorry Pao, you'll have to see me out

Alright... l'll give you a lift...

Let's go

Hurry... after him!

What are you doing?

Chase

Quickly...

Bye bye

Get in the car, quick

No... that way

No...

Where the heck!

Right... that way...

He's here. Please hold on

It's for you

Hello. What?

He's not here

Who the hell is calling?

Don't give me that shit, I said he isn't here

I don't know who it is

He insists that you answer the phone

He knows you are here

Says he'll call the police otherwise

Hello, it's Poon here. Who is calling?

You know who I am

What do you want?

I'm going to make my move on Liu's villa tonight

For now that's all I want you to know

Also, I don't want you to come

...failing which I'm gonna waste you

Hello...

Who was it?

That bloody imposter

What does he want?

It's a challenge

On one hand he's telling me

...he'll steal at the Liu villa

On the other he's warning me not to go

and threatened to kill me if I do

A provoking ploy to confront you

Hey, Poon

What is it?

You shouldn't go, man

He came looking for me first

Don't go

I'm still alive, right!

It's because I want to see

this impersonator friend of mine

Over there

Here...

No, we can't go down from here, use that way

Apart from Poon, I'd say...

I know his friend Fu the best

That guy has a morbid fear of heights...

and is afraid of climbing up and down

Then how could he be the Flying Thief?

At best he could only have assisted

But someone called me last night...

saying Poon will break into Liu's place

And that voice sounded like Fu's

How can that be possible?

He and Poon were such good friends

If only we could corner Poon...

can this matter be cleared up

If Poon is really the Flying thief

He'll surely be at...

the function hosted by madam Ramona

Exactly...

Good bye

Bye bye

Buddy Fu, merely for a nightclub

...you were willing to betray a friend

Well, you know about it

That's right

It's quite a party here

There're many guests

The ladies all look so lovely

Why haven't you come?

Hurry up, we're all waiting for you

So many friends, Lily, Alice

Please excuse

Strange indeed!

I'm sorry

Nothing

Not there

How about you?

Nothing

Let's go

I believe there won't be trouble tonight

What are you doing here?

Aren't you afraid cops will take you for Flying thief?

I...

You came to catch me, right?

How did you know I'll turn up?

You...

I know it

We are waiting here for that Flying Thief

Quickly...

Excuse us please...

The show is about to begin... Darling

Diamond Poon, you can't escape now

If you don't give yourself up, I'll shoot

Detective Pao, don't shoot, this is the Flying Thief

Poon, I owe you an apology

Was this all Guo Ji's plan?

He hates you. He thinks I still love you

The company began incurring losses, so...

Why are you doing this for him?

I love him... you wouldn't understand

Please take care of her, I'll go after him

Tien Xin, don't give up, you'll be fine

Alas, I can't listen to you sing any more!

No one here?

The film crew is gone

The guards have been tied up

Leave some men here. The rest, follow me

Let's go

Over at the back

Now I clearly see through you

You're the one setting me up. It was you...

who betrayed me to the police six years ago

Do you really hate me so much?

Your henchmen failed to kill me

So you must be really pissed off

You also instigated my friend Fu to kill me

Poor guy... he only had eyes for the nightclub

and unnecessarily died at your hands

You also shot your wife dead

Do you know what she said before dying?

Said she loves you

You're callous & ruthless. Not worth that I kill you

I'll rather let Pao arrest you

Hello Poon

He's in there

Hi Poon

Darling

Will you forgive me?

You silly girl

Colourful flowers and rain

Colourful rain and flowers

Former days have passed by

It's been like a dream

I pick up a flower...

and reminisce my past love

I pick up a flower...

and reminisce the past days

Don't look back

The past events nothing but dust

Don't look back

Eating dust are bygones

I pick up a flower

I look at someone who is before me

I pick up a flower

I focus on one who's in front of me

God, she's prettier than any flower

A love deeper than any ornate hue

Tender & charming as flowers and deep love

Oh flower, crimson red carnation

Everyone around, I reach out for my Darling

Oh my Darling!