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Brother Tin. Brother Tin.

Sheung Man-bun is really quite something.

How did it go?

The Sheung's has been influential in Peking opera for 3 generations.

Sheung Man-bun was brought up strictly.

He became famous at the age of 16.

His wife Ngan-hing is the daughter of Kam Wah Lin's owner.

A well-matched marriage.

Sheung Man-bun lives a disciplined life.

Besides his affair with Master Koo, he has never been named in any sex scandals

Sheung Man-bun is well-respected and concerned about his reputation.

He won't make mistakes easily.

No one is perfect. We all have flaws. Let's see what we can find.

Who's Choi Man-fong? I've never heard her name before.

Sheung Man-bun's former pupil. He placed high hopes on her.

Then she suddenly became pregnant. No one knew who the father was.

Sheung Man-bun was ashamed of her and cut all ties with her.

Where does she live now?

She lives an isolated life in her hometown Suzhou.

I hope so too. Thanks, everyone.

Master Sheung, please look this way for a picture.

Master Sheung, look this way please.

That's my ball, Sir.

Be careful, little girl.

Master Sheung, look this way for a picture.

Did you bump into someone? Be careful next time.

This way, Master Sheung.

You're back?

How was the interview?

Guess who I ran into? Choi Man-fong. You said you saw potential in her.

She told you one day she was pregnant. You ended up expelling her. Remember?

Are you sure it was Man-fong?

Yes, she was talking to me with a little girl.

Based on her age, she should be the baby at that time.

I could tell she was a flirty woman with no morals.

Just never thought she'd become pregnant. Shame on her.

Did she say anything?

Yes, she asked about you. She wondered if you were still mad at her.

I don't want to talk about such a shameful thing.

It's all in the past now.

She said she'd love to watch your show, but she had no money.

She asked me to give her two tickets. I'll give her the tickets tomorrow.

But you're supposed to meet the musicians tomorrow.

Right.

Just ignore that woman. She's not qualified to watch my show.

You're right, we'd better stay away from her.

Master. Master.

Don't stop.

Master, am I doing it right?

You're doing good. Keep it up.

So, how was your day?

I'm not sure if this is right.

You're my woman. I'll make our relationship official.

Trust me, Master! You're the father of the baby!

Don't touch me! You slut! How many men have you slept with?

How could you say that? This is your baby!

Go away! Leave me alone! I don't want an illegitimate child!

No one will believe your story! Just give up!

Master Sheung, mind if I sat down?

Kiu Ngo-tin? Sorry, I'm expecting someone.

No need to wait for Man-fong. She's not coming.

So it was you.

What are you afraid of?

Nothing. I don't understand what you're talking about

I've watched a film recently. It's about a young, beautiful actress.

She falls in love with her master.

Then she becomes pregnant,

but her master abandons her and even expels her.

That's not true! Stop making things up!

I haven't finished yet.

And then because her master fears that she might come back with the daughter

and affect his reputation,

he does everything he can to shut her up.

That's not my daughter! Mind what you say!

Did I say that's your daughter?

You killed the baby a long time ago, so don't worry.

Shouldn't you take responsibility for your action?

What can you do without any proof?

I don't think people would rather trust that woman than Sheung Man-bun.

I'd rather trust that woman than you, Sheung Man-bun.

You're a gang leader. Will anyone believe your story?

Why do you think I'm sitting here?

Mr Sheung.

(China Daily: Heartless Lecher Sheung Man-bun got his pupil pregnant...)

How hard is it to make people believe me?

How about a bet? You'll lose for sure.

What do you want from me?

Publish a half-page apology to Siu-lau.

Otherwise this newspaper will be all over Shanghai tomorrow.

Also, don't ever come to Shanghai again.

Be careful!

You're practising too hard. Go take a rest.

Just an old injury.

I learned everything from Master. I'll never be as good as him.

You're so strict with yourself.

Miss Siu-lau!

Here's today's newspaper.

Sheung Man-bun's performance postponed due to old back injury?

What happened?

Here's an apology.

He made a public apology to you.

Yuet-lan!

Sheung Man-bun has gone to Beiping for treatment of his back injury.

He's also published an apology for the misunderstandings between Siu-lau and him.

Why would he say that?

Exactly. Either he was possessed or conscience-stricken.

Maybe, who knows?

Anyway, it has come to an end.

Master Koo can finally focus on her performance.

A friend gave me some Suzhou honey fruit cakes. Let's eat together.

How nice. Who is it?

Just a friend from Suzhou.

Come on.

Here, try some.

It's really good.

Eating sweets makes you happy.

Delicious. Try a piece.

Thanks, Brother Tin.

So delicious.

(Muk Kwai-ying Takes Command by Koo Siu-lau)

sis?

Siu-lau, I didn't expect to see you here.

Right.

I remember you were taken to the hospital, and then...

Sorry.

It's OK, we all have to face our mistakes.

Actually I lost my baby at that time.

You lost your baby? What happened?

I was so dumb to trust the wrong man.

Not only did he abandon me, but he caused my miscarriage.

So, how have you been?

I've been feeling dead inside.

But I know it's not been easy for you either.

Please don't mind. I've heard what happened to you.

Siu-lau, I'm happy you're returning to the stage,

but I don't want you to be ruined by the same man.

The same man?

I was fooled by Master.

It was him?

After he abandoned me, I lost my baby.

Go away!

I didn't know how to carry on. It felt like the end of the world.

Until recently I met a good man. He allowed me to start a new life.

Siu-yin was abandoned after she was born. Luckily a couple adopted her.

That couple didn't have any children, so they loved Siu-yin very much.

They changed Siu-yin's destiny as well as their own.

There's hope everywhere in the world.

Look at Siu-yin. Isn't she cute?

If your baby had been born, it would have been her age by now.

Mr Kiu, you seem to know a lot about me.

Sorry, I do know something about your past.

I asked to see you today because I needed a favour.

Perhaps I can do you a favour too.

Just bring Siu-yin along like she's your child back then

and see someone with me.

Based on her age, she should be the baby at that time.

Publish a half-page apology to Siu-lau.

Otherwise this newspaper will be all over Shanghai tomorrow.

Sorry, I was wrong. I ruined you.

What's the point of saying you're sorry now? Can you bring the baby back to life?

Sheung Man-bun, I'll never forgive you!

Take the money as compensation.

I don't want your money! Go away! Don't let me see you again!

Sorry.

Sheung Man-bun is not worth your tears.

I understand how you feel, but isn't it time to move on?

Siu-yin started a new life. I believe you can do that too.

Forget the past and move forward. I'm sure you will find happiness.

Forget the past and move forward.

So, I'll start a new life.

Sounds like he's a good man indeed.

By the way, I've made honey fruit cakes. Try some.

You made these? Did you give any to your new friend?

Yes. He told me to walk towards the sun without looking back.

Then I'd step out of the shadows.

Because of him, I can finally let go.

He was right. Not only you. I shouldn't cry for that scumbag again.

Let's walk towards the sun without looking back.

Master Koo

Mr Kiu.

Master Koo, you're back.

Sorry, I went to the clinic to get treatment for my old back injury.

Sorry to have kept you all waiting.

Don't worry, it's not bedtime yet. Sit down.

So, how's your back?

Just an old injury, nothing serious.

That's good. It'll heal quickly with proper treatment.

Now you can focus on your performance. All the fans and I can hardly wait.

I know what you mean. I'll learn to let go, forget the past and move forward.

I'll walk towards the sun without looking back.

Mr Kiu, here's some treat for you.

Thank you.

Honey fruit cakes?

A friend of mine gave these to me. She was also enlightened by a friend.

Delicious.

Brother Tin, we did Director Kwok a huge favour.

In return, he agreed to be a guarantor. It shouldn't be a problem.

It's just a verbal promise. He can go back on his word.

Respect to whom respect is due. Don't second-guess people.

I have prepared what you need. Thanks for your help, Mr Kiu.

What's this supposed to mean, Director Kwok?

Well, I was just following your rules. Here's 30% of the loan amount.

Please accept it. If it's not enough, just let me know.

Thanks for doing me a huge favour, Mr Kiu, but let's keep things separate.

I know you want me to be a guarantor for your new bank,

but there are many things to consider,

such as your capital structure, fund flow, client base, and locations.

I'm afraid I can’t promise anything yet.

Director Kwok, but we had a verbal agreement

Director Kwok, friendship and promises are what I value most.

I consider you my friend.

If you have trouble, I won't force you, but I won't accept the money either.

No, nobody works for me for free.

Please accept it.

Excuse me, I have to go.

How could Director Kwok walk away and look down on us like that?

We're not some gangsters he can buy...

Hey! That's enough!

This isn't a gangsters' fight! No wonder he looks down on us!

Kwok Tin-hang can't be an honest man. On surface he's a banker,

but he's working closely with Lee Kin-wan, the man we saw at the door.

What does Lee Kin-wan do?

He's a businessman secretly working for the Japanese.

Perhaps he approached Kwok because he needed his bank

to send money to provide resources for the Japanese in the Three Northeast Provinces.

So he's a traitor?

If he really did that, it might be a good thing.

Find out if it's true or not. It will be useful to us.

Yes, Brother Tin.

What are we drinking tonight?

This is called Louis XVI. Available in limited quantities.

Very nice indeed.

I heard you've been having drinks with Kwok Tin-hang these days.

Do you know him? Let's get together for a drink.

No, but my boss wants to drink with him.

Your boss knows him well?

I know he's helping you with the new bank, but he's closely related to the Japanese.

I wish we could find a way to control him.

That's easy. Just find Lee Kin-wan.

I've been keeping an eye on him, but nothing has been found.

It'd be great if you could do something.

Hope I can be of some help to your boss.

Thank you, Mr Kiu.

Don't mention it. It's an honour.

Lee Kin-wan studied abroad in Japan.

He's a close friend of the colonel invading the Three Northeast Provinces.

As the war has been prolonged, they desperately need funds and resources.

I see.

Lee Kin-wan uses Kwok Tin-hang's bank to secretly transfer funds,

while Kwok earns a profit in between.

No wonder the new government is alert.

Once he takes action, our chance will come.

Yes. Bye, Brother Tin.

Ting-ting? You're early.

Yes, I left work early. Did I interrupt anything?

I heard you talk about Kwok Tin-hang on the phone.

It actually concerns you.

Ting-ting, can you stop investigating Kwok Tin-hang and Lee Kin-wan?

Why? Do you have evidence that they're conspiring with the Japanese?

Lee Kin-wan is a Japanese agent, isn't he? Tell me what you've found.

Calm down first. I've heard something, but there's no solid evidence.

Since they're associated with the Japanese, you will be in danger if they're traitors.

There's nothing they wouldn't do.

(8:00 pm Lee and Kwok met for two hours at Caesar Restaurant)

Anyway, stop investigating them.

OK.

(China Daily)

Yes.

Yes. OK, thanks a lot.

Sis!

Perfect. I just found out, Lee Kin-wan has bought train tickets to Shandong.

Let's go to the train station.

We can’t! Someone was found beheaded!

What?

Chief asked us to investigate it! Let's go!

OK!

It's so scary!

Go check it out!

A lot of people there! So brutal!

I can't believe it! That's tragic!

His head was cut off! So scary!

Excuse me! Coming through!

Excuse me! Excuse me!

(Traitor! Served him right!... Lee Kin-wan...)

Lee Kin-wan?

So brutal!...

He was beheaded. Who could have done that? It must be someone in the gang.

Ting-ting, can you stop investigating Kwok Tin-hang and Lee Kin-wan?

Brother Tin is done. You may go inside.

Thank you.

Miss! Lai Siu-hong!

Miss, you can't come in here!

Stop!...

It's OK, she's my friend. Let me handle this.

Come with me.

Ting-ting, why are you here?

Lee Kin-wan was killed.

Do you and Kiu Ngo-tin have anything to do with that?

You've been lying to me all along.

What have you done for Kiu Ngo-tin behind my back?

Why would I want to kill him?

I saw the information you found about Lee Kin-wan and Kwok Tin-hang!

Kiu Ngo-tin is opening a new bank! They're his enemies!

Who else could have done that?

I didn't! I only help Mr Kiu with his new bank!

New bank? Lee Kin-wan's head was cut off!

Only gang members will do such a brutal thing!

I never thought you'd act like a lunatic!

I said I didn't! I can swear to Heaven if you don't believe me!

Fine! Be honest with me!

Have you become Kiu Ngo-tin's disciple? Yes or no?

No! I'm helping Mr Kiu with his legal business!

I won’t do bad things or kill anyone!

Don't worry, I know what I'm doing.

We can't talk here. You'd better leave. I'll explain to you later, OK?

He was beheaded. That's cruel.

I've looked into Lee Kin-wan.

He led a normal life and never got involved with gang members.

It's not an act of revenge.

There were two axe murder cases in the Chinese Territory.

One of the victims was a businessman smuggling national treasures.

The other one secretly bought copper ores for the Japanese.

That's their principle. They only kill crooked businessmen and traitors.

But why didn't I know they existed in Shanghai?

Anyway, all the victims deserved to die.

Lee Kin-wan's death is a good thing for us.

Brother Tin, you mean Kwok 'I'm-hang and Lee Kin-wan were partners,

so Kwok Tin-hang will be the next target?

Keep an eye on Kwok 'I'm-hang and get ready for action.

Yes.

King-chuen. Yes?

Find out who those axe murderers are.

Sure.

Brother Tin, if there's nothing else, I should go too..

Siu-hong. Yes?

How's your girlfriend?

Don't worry, Brother Tin, she's fine. I can handle it.

I know what I should and shouldn't do.

Mr Kung, what can I do for you? Mr Kung.

Tell the workers to work faster.

Either they work overtime or overnight, complete the order in three days!

Three days?

But it takes at least five days.

Nobody works here for free!

It can be done in three days! Why do they need five days?

The workers are so lazy and slow! Even I do more work than they do!

If they work fast enough, it can be done in a day!

Mr Kung, sometimes it's not about how fast you work.

For example, spinning takes time.

First of all, we have to put roving into the machine to produce a finer thread.

The thread is then wound around the bobbin.

If it breaks, we need to use a knife to tie it backup.

How faster can that be?

Right. Each machine is operated by one worker,

and can make only about 20 bobbins at a time.

Only when that's done can we proceed to the next step.

Don't try to fool me with something I don't understand!

I'm just trying to cut costs! What's wrong with that?

Listen! Nothing is impossible!

If they can’t do it, fire them all and hire new workers!

I'll see what I can do.

Why must we complete the order in three days?

Everyone is working like a dog!

Work hard and earn more. Finish work today so we won't have to work so hard tomorrow.

It's time for a break! Come here and eat!

Come here! Give me a hand!

Boss!

Thank you.

How's everything going?

Don't worry, we're right on schedule.

I'm sorry it's such a rush job. I really appreciate it.

We get overtime pay.

Work hard and earn more. We don't mind, right?

Right!

Mr Lai, you're so kind to us! We'll get it done no matter what!

Right...

Thank you! Thank you so much!

Mr Kung is such a difficult boss.

But what can we do? Team up against him? Just give it some time.

I'm glad the workers are willing to help us get the job done.

But he's too spontaneous. We can’t go on like this.

It's important to calm the workers. Don't let Mr Kung say anything.

I think he won't be sticking around too long. Just avoid any confrontation.

Dad. Uncle Hon.

You're back. Master Hong.

I should be going.

Bye, Master Hong. Bye.

Dad, why are you up so late?

You're late too. Busy with work?

I've been helping Brother Tin with the new bank.

Don't worry, I can handle it.

Mr Kiu seems to trust you a lot. You must not let him down.

It's not easy to pursue a career in Shanghai.

Dad, did something happen at the cotton mill?

No, I'm talking about you.

Dad, go ahead and tell me. I can ask Brother Tin to sort it out.

Actually Brother Tin asks about you and the cotton mill all the time.

Dad, are you having trouble working with Kung Siu-shan?

I can handle it. You don't have to worry.

Don't stay up too late.

Officers, if you need further assistance, feel free to contact me.

All right then, we're leaving.

Bye.

Boss, the police are investigating Lee Kin-wan's death.

Will they find out our relationship with the Colonel?

Hurry up and think of something!

Well, Lee Kin-wan was going to send money to the Three Northeast Provinces.

We can shift the blame onto the accounting manager Mr Cheung

and make him a scapegoat. Then you're going to be fine.

Let's do that.

My greed is to blame.

I was eager to earn money and got myself into this mess.

If anyone finds out I've helped the Colonel with the funds, I'll be in trouble.

But the war hadn't started when you promised Lee Kin-wan.

You didn't expect it to happen so soon.

I never wanted to be a traitor.

Hurry up and get rid of the Colonel's money.

If it's not shown in the bank records, no one will ever find out.

Don't wait until it's too late. Hurry.

Yes, Boss.

Brother Tin, Kwok Tin-hang is sending the money out tonight!

Good, get ready for action.

Yes.

What's going on?

Go check it out.

OK.

Hey, are you OK?

Don't move!

Don't move!

An Extra!

$1 million fiat money robbed overnight! Yik Lei facing a financial crisis!

Calm down and listen to me! There's a blackout at the bank today!

Money doesn't walk! Please come back tomorrow!

We won't leave until we get our money!

They won't give us our money back! Apparently they're having a crisis!

Please calm down! Give us our money back!

Calm down, everyone!... Give us our money back!...

Boss, the French Concession residents are all here to get money!

What should we do?

Don't open the door! It'll be a big problem if we let them in!

Boss, Kiu Ngo-tin is here!

Give us our money back! We want our money now!

Give us our money back! We want it now!

Move over!

What's going on?

Why are you here, Mr Kiu? Aren't they closing down the bank?

Really?

Please listen to me. I'm not asking you to trust this bank,

but I'm confident about Yik Lei's financial status.

That's why I'm making a deposit today. Hope it can ease your worries.

Good!

Good...

We're friends. Friends help each other.

I know your bank is having some trouble,

and I'm the first one to help by putting money in your bank.

Stop hesitating. Money does walk.

Yesterday it was yours. It can be someone else's tomorrow.

Today it happens to be mine. None can tell the difference.

What do you want?

I just want to help prevent a bank run.

In return, I hope you can do me a favour and be a guarantor for my new bank.

Are you blackmailing me?

Just open a new bank if you can! Don't beg me to help you!

You've got the wrong idea, Director Kwok. Mr Kiu is informing you, not begging you.

You don't want anyone to find out

how you got this money and where you were sending it to.

Kiu Ngo-tin, you think you can make me surrender with your dirty tricks?

There's nothing I fear! I won't let you take advantage of me!

You've got guts, Director Kwok.

I can't wait to see how your bank survives till next week.

Goodbye.

Brother Tin!

We can talk about it.

Sorry, Director Kwok. I wasn't sensitive enough to your feelings.

I'm going to leave the money here, but you can’t send it out.

But I need to return it!

You can try.

Congratulations, Mr Kiu. You've won again. Not only are you opening a new bank,

you've stopped him from funding the Japanese Army.

Killing two birds with one stone. My boss was very happy.

He said you're a worthy friend and asked me to arrange a meeting.

Wonderful! I can't wait to meet your boss.

Here's to you again. I wish you every success with your new bank.

Great success. Thank you.

Sir, do you have a reservation?

What? You know who I am? Why do I need a reservation?

Sorry, all tables full.

Get your manager here!

Even the French ambassador yielded to me! That stupid waiter showed no respect!

Things are different now.

You're no longer the Chief Inspector. Your time has ended.

So what? I still have money!

You do, but not as much as before. It's all because you have no power now.

Who said that?

Don't be mad. Once you find Yiu Kwai-seng and get your money back,

no one will look down on you.

Here's your pay for this month.

I earn so little for singing half a month.

Right.

I know it's not much, but as you can see, business hasn't been going so well.

We're like sisters, right? Do me a favour.

Miss Yee-hung, you said you'd help Brother Tong run Paramount.

Otherwise we would have left Shanghai for Nanjing.

Nanjing?

The Royal Gate just opened in Nanjing.

Not only is it larger than Paramount, the pay is doubled as well.

I heard the owner is very generous. She's like a big sister.

Whatever. If you consider me your sister, stick around and help me out.

Don't talk about leaving again.

Alright, let's go play mahjong.

Sure...

Let's go.

I'm going to beat you all this time. All you do is play mahjong...

Bye, Brother Tong.

(The Royal Gate...48 Shengzhou Road.)

48 Shengzhou Road?

It doesn't look like a nightclub.

How dare she!

I thought he was smart,

but you gals lured him to Nanjing with just a few words.

If he wasn't so desperate to find Yiu Kwai-seng,

I couldn't have fooled him and come to Tianjin with you.

I heard in Tianjin, men and women can bathe in a hot spring together.

In your dreams!

But we tricked that old man after all.

How will you explain to him after we come back from Tianjin?

I'm not going back.

What?

I took all his money. I'm running away with you.

She really took all my money! They're all the same!