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(Chinese Territory, 3 weeks later)

Let me help you, Mrs Kung. You must take good care of yourself.

I'm fine, thank you. Take your time, I have to finish my work.

Have a drink.

Brother Shan, they've been searching for Marshal Yuen's killer everywhere.

Keep the money well-hidden. It may be better it we go away tor a while.

Why worry? The newspaper says the police don't seem to have a clue.

We did a great job and left no clue behind.

When things cool down, let's do something big with the money.

I'm counting you in.

OK.

Shan, I'll go pick up Hok-yiu from school.

No!

Let me pick him up. Stay home and rest. I'll buy some tonics for you.

Tin, stay for dinner.

Sure.

Alright then, let me make two more dishes. Tin, make yourself at home.

Be careful.

Tin, she's still very upset.

You're a sweet talker. Help me cheer her up. Thank you.

Need some help, Mrs Kung?

No, please go outside, it's dirty in here.

I'm responsible for what happened. Sorry.

I don't blame you. I guess it's just fate.

Tin, actually, are you two related to Marshal Yuen's death?

No, of course not.

Stop lying. I knew it when I found the hidden money and jewellery,

but I didn't expect you to be in it.

I never thought it'd turn out like this. There are things we have no control over.

I didn't know what we'd have to do until I got there.

I thought you could change Shan, but you became influenced by him.

Anyway, be careful.

This is a road of no return. Once you start, it's hard to turn back.

Mrs Kung, Brother Shan works hard for Hok-yiu and you.

Actually we're doing pretty well. I don't know why he's never satisfied.

Can you promise me you'll look after him?

You know he can act very crazy sometimes. I'm worried something will happen to him.

Brother Shan treats me like his family.

I promise you, no matter what happens, I'll look after him for you.

Here.

She disappeared after her discharge. Obviously she's avoiding you.

I've thought about it. Women say things they don't mean.

When she says she doesn't want to see me, she actually misses me dearly.

She's not here.

Thank goodness you're here!

I saw Ching-ching handing a knife and acting strangely!

I asked her where she was going but she wouldn't tell me!

I asked again, but she pushed me and left!

What? Knife? Is she going to kill herself?

What?

I don't think so. Ching-ching is a tough girl.

Which way did she go?

The way to Yee Heung Garden!

Where's Ching-ching?

How would I know?

Why do you want to kill me?

You practised usury, ordered Iron Head to molest me and force me into prostitution!

Many people besides me at Merry Lane want you dead!

Brother Tin!

Catch them all!

After that girl yelled at me, I had someone look into it.

You people force innocent girls into prostitution! Shame on you! Shame on you!

You used my name to practise usury.

No, Miss Kwai-seng, please listen to me! Iron Head made me do that! I'm innocent!

Stop denying it! I trusted you! I can't believe you're lying to me!

Ping-on, you know the rules.

No, Miss Kwai-seng!

I know you don't consider me your sister, but I've worked for you all my life!

Please don't kill me!

If I wanted to kill you, you would have been gone already.

Ping-on, cut off one of her fingers and throw her out of Shanghai.

I don't want to see her in Shanghai again.

Yes.

Thank you, Miss Kwai-seng! Thank you! Thank you!

Chi-ching, right?

Yes.

Due to my carelessness, many innocent people were harmed by King.

I'm going to write off your debt.

No, I must pay you back.

You guys came to rescue Chi-ching? You're loyal friends.

Don't worry about the things you broke. You may go now.

Follow me upstairs to settle your debt.

I hurt you with a knife. You're not mad at me?

Compared to the pain you suffered, my wound is nothing.

Honestly, I'm responsible for what happened to you.

Do you have any future plans?

I left home and came here alone. I lost my job, but I survived.

Future plans? No.

I admire your tenacity. Do you want to work for me?

Thanks, but Yee Heung Garden doesn't suit me.

No, I mean working in my house, You don't have to work outside.

You will take me in?

Otherwise, how can you pay me back?

Thank you, Madam! Thank you!

I'm willing to do anything to repay your kindness!

Brothers, I've won some lucky money!

With this money, we won't have to stay at the pier.

I've decided to recruit new staff and expand our territory.

What do you guys think?

Good!

Brother Shan, let's buy some guns from the warlords.

Guns? Let's buy some bombs, Brother Shan!

You're crazy!

You guys are here.

Mrs Kung...

Are you staying for dinner?

No, we need to talk about something. We're going out to eat. Let's go!

Please stay, I can't seem to ease my mind.

Don't be silly. I'm just going out to eat.

I've been lucky these days. Nothing will happen. Don't worry.

(French Concession)

Cheer! Thanks, guys!

We're going to set up a society and make tots of money together!

I guarantee you won't regret working for me!

Hurrah for Brother Shan! Cheers!

Help yourself!

Steamed dumplings without vinegar? Are you kidding? Get us some vinegar!

I love steamed dumplings!

Who are those people? They're so noisy. This isn't some third-rate restaurant.

Just a bunch of gangsters.

I don't recognise their faces. They're not from the French Concession

But the guy talking loudly looks familiar. I've seen him somewhere before.

I remember!

Keep the change. Thank you.

Let's go!

Sit down, all of you! Sit down!

What's the matter?

The French Concession Police believe you were involved in a murder case!

You're under arrest.

Murder? You can't accuse me without proof!

No wonder you're a fugitive. You look disgusting.

Arrest him! Yes.

Run, Brother Shan!

What?

Who is it?

Police! Open the door!

May I help you?

Search thoroughly! Don't overlook anything!

Yes !

Found anything?

We've searched everywhere, there's nothing.

That's impossible.

Found it!

Got the guy and the proof.

Tin! Tin! Tin...

Mrs Kung? What's the matter?

Chak Kam-tong arrested Shan!

Stop!

You think you can remain silent forever? These stolen goods were found in your house.

I didn't do anything! Don't frame me!

Marshal Yuen's woman didn't die. She can recognise you.

I don't know what you're taking about! I said I didn't do anything!

You still won't admit it?

Let me ask you again. Did you have an accomplice?

No! I didn't do anything! Why would I have an accomplice?

No? Hit him until he confesses!

What should we do? He just won't admit it.

Put his fingerprint on the confession.

Yes, Chief.

Inform Commander Chow the killer has been arrested.

Yes.

Brother Tong, Kung Siu-shan's family is here.

Chief, please show some mercy and let my husband go!

He killed someone. The victim was Marshal Yuen.

How can I let him go?

No, my husband couldn't have killed anyone! He wouldn't dare!

Please let him go! He's innocent! Please look into it!

You mean we arrested him without investigating thoroughly?

No, that's not what I mean!

Chief, everyone knows you're wise and brave.

The FCP has the highest rate of solved cases in Shanghai,

but it's hard to guarantee all your subordinates won't make mistakes.

I remember you, little rascal. She's his wife. Who are you to him?

Brother Shan is like a brother to me.

Brother? You mean like an accomplice?

I heard Mrs Chak is working on a big project.

She sold Yee Heung Garden to build Shanghai's largest nightclub. Is that right?

What are you trying to say?

What's this supposed to mean?

I know you're a philanthropist. You donate a lot of money every year.

I've always wanted to become a philanthropist like you.

Please help me donate the money.

Are you trying to bribe me? Get out of here before I arrest you!

Chief, I want to donate the money, so I won't take it back.

Everyone says you have a strong sense of morality.

Even bandits and thieves have enough to eat.

My friend has a family to feed. Please be merciful and give him a chance.

Please, Chief! Please!

Please. Please!

Sorry to bother you. We should go now.

Sau, the Chief wants to see you.

What about him?

He was almost beaten to death. He can't go anywhere. Come on.

Why didn't you let me beg Chak Kam-tong?

Chak Kam-tong is no ordinary man. It's useless to beg him.

So we'll just leave Shan at the police station and do nothing?

I never wanted anything to happen to him. I wish I were the one arrested.

We're betting the money on a game of sic bo. If we win, Brother Shan will have a chance.

What are you talking about?

Brother Tong, he escaped! I'll have someone go after him!

Go after him? He left a while ago.

Now that the criminal has escaped, we'll continue to pursue him.

OK.

Shan! Brother Shan!

Sit down first!

Let me get the medicated wine!

Are you alright?

I won't die so easily.

Chak Kam-tong took the money and let you go.

He does have a sense of morality.

I see. No wonder no one came after me. Thank you.

We're like brothers! You would have done the same if you're me!

Yes, were brothers no matter what.

I managed to escape, but I'm still on the wanted list.

I can't get my family in trouble. I'm leaving Shanghai.

Where are you going?

Commander Chow's lieutenant has helped me before.

I'll go and seek help from him.

You must not tell Hok-yiu why I'm leaving Shanghai.

I don't want him to know I'm in trouble.

Honey...

After I leave, tell Hok-yiu I've gone to Tianjin to work,

and I won't be back anytime soon.

Tin, I'm going to start from scratch.

It'll take some time before I can pick up Kam and Hok-yiu.

I'll entrust them to your care.

Don't worry, I'll take care of them.

You used all your hard-earned money to save me. I feel really bad.

Brother Shan, money comes easy, but a good brother is hard to find.

I know who my true friends are.

One day I'll make a comeback and return my debt of gratitude to you.

I'm such a terrible brother.

Now I have no money. The pier is no longer ours.

Go ahead and disband the gang.

We'll meet again someday. When I'm back, we can be brothers again.

Brother Shan!

We'll be waiting for you!

Kam.

Shan, keep this.

Why are you giving me all your savings?

How can you survive alone with no money? Just keep it!

This wouldn't have happened if I had listened to you. Sorry, Kam.

Hang in there. Hok-yiu and I will wait for you to come back.

I promise I'll be back.

Brother Shan, the boat's here.

Tin, keep the gun.

Brother Shan...

Remember you can't be soft-hearted if you want to survive in Shanghai.

Remove potential threats with a hardened heart.

Otherwise you'll end up like me.

Yes, Brother Shan.

Come in.

Uncle Wah.

You haven't slept yet?

I'm about to.

The neighbours said the Mad Dog was on the run and got away. Is it true?

Actually I haven't seen him for a while. I have no idea.

Really?

Really.

That's good to know. I was worried the Mad Dog would get you in trouble.

Look, this is what he gets for doing bad things.

He even left his wife and kid behind. What are they going to do?

I think they'll be fine.

Anyway, be content with what you have. Don't be like him, OK?

I understand.

By the way, my niece is getting married.

Tomorrow morning we're going back home for a few days.

Please look after the shop for me.

Sure, not a problem.

Good night.

Good night.

What are you doing? Stop! How dare you!

Well? I thought you feared nothing. Why are you acting like a loser?

You want to hit me? Go ahead.

I didn't dare provoke the Mad Dog before, but he's in trouble now.

Let's see what you can do! Bring it on...

I'll make you pay for what the laundry girl and the Mad Dog did!

Listen! I'll come here and make trouble every day!

You can mess with me but leave Uncle Wah alone!

Give me 100 silver coins! You don't have it?

I'll mess with your whole family, not just Uncle Wah!

Do you have a problem with that? Do you?

Stop thinking too much.

Right, you haven't eaten anything all day. Order something to eat.

No, I don't feel like eating.

Brother Tin, let's gather everyone and get even with Iron Head!

How? We just disbanded the gang. Who's going to help us?

It's just you and me now. I don't want to get myself killed.

If Iron Head messes with me, I can take it.

But if he lays hands on Uncle Wah and his family, I won't forgive him.

I can ask Miss Kwai-seng for help.

Miss Kwai-seng is not my boss. I have to rely on myself like a man.

I created this problem, so I must find a solution for it.

You alone can handle a whole gang?

Don't worry, Brother Tin is very smart Do you have something in mind?

No, but I'll figure something out.

What are you doing?

Run!

Stop!

Stop!

Brother Tin, it's tung oil!

They were trying to set fire!

Good thing we walked fast enough to save Uncle Wah's shop!

Brother Tin, you can't let him mess with you every day!

Brother Tin!

Is it true that Iron Head often goes to Yu Lam Restaurant in the Chinese Territory?

Yes.

I thought you could change Shan, but you became influenced by him.

Anyway, be careful.

This is a road of no return. Once you start, it's hard to turn back.

Iron Head, I'm really sorry.

One Of our customers is leaving, but your car...

OK... Move the car.

Yes.

Is it done?

Not yet, but soon.

Little rascal, what are you doing here?

Why are you wearing a hat and a suit? You know what you look like? An ugly toad.

I came to talk to you.

I propose to make peace at the dinner table. Will you give us a chance and let go?

I'll let go if you pay 100 silver coins.

Here's all I've got.

Are there 100 silver coins? You think I'm stupid or blind?

You just won't let go.

No, I won't! When Uncle Wan is back, I can mess with his whole family!

Thinking about that makes me excited! Little rascal!

You left me no choice.

Brother Tin, did you beat him up?

Iron Head won't cause any trouble again.

That's great. But Iron Head has bribed the Chinese Territory Police.

What if they gang up on you?

Don't worry, I'll take full responsibility. You'll be alright.

I'm not worried about myself. How are you going to deal with them?

I can't stay in the Chinese Territory and get Uncle Wah in trouble.

As long as I'm in the French Concession, they can't do anything to me.

But what can you do in the French Concession?

I'm leaving. I want to go to the French Concession.

Chi-ching has hooked me up with a job at the casino.

I thought after the Mad Dog left, you'd cultivate yourself,

keep your feet on the ground and stay away from the gangs.

Now you want to work at the casino? Have you forgotten what I said?

Don't be angry! Can you talk calmly?

Sit down! You won't stop coughing! Sit down first!

Tin, go to your room and think about it! Hurry up! Think carefully!

Clear your mind before you go to sleep and give it some serious thought!

Tin! Tin! You left before dawn so that I wouldn't know?

I thought you'd come to your senses! Why do you have to go? Why?

Tin, just stay here and live humbly! Why must you leave home?

You're like a son to me!

I don't want you to go down the wrong path! You won't get good results!

(French Concession)

Place your bets! Place your bets!

40 yuan!

Place your bets... Big...

Place your bets...

Big...

I wonder if they're open.

There's a table!

Sit down!

It's my treat. Thanks tor hooking me and Lung up.

Don't mention it. You guys helped me a lot before.

Let's drop that and order.

Three bowls of noodles! Thanks! Sure!

What's this, Brother Tin?

Don't stain my book!

What's special about that book?

Books bring bad luck in gambling! Hurry up and throw it away!

What do you know? This book can make me rich.

Once I memorise it, I won't be cleaning the toilet.

I may get promoted as dealer or surveillance officer.

What is it?

Brother Tin, I admire your ambition.

As the casino expands, I'm sure you'll get promoted.

Ching-ching, I have ambitions too. I won't work at the bar forever.

What about you? You want to work for Chak Kam-tong forever?

I enjoy my life at Chak's Residence.

Miss Kwai-seng is very kind to me. She never treats me like a servant.

(French Concession Central Police Station)

Thank you for making our grand opening a success. Here's a little something.

Don't just make money. I want no sloppy police work.

Rest assured. I'm letting my wife run the casino.

She can handle everything, so it won't affect my work.

Very good.

You have married a wonderful woman.

I know I have a great wife, but your help is very important too.

As long as you do great work, I'll give you what you deserve

Yes, I'll continue to do my best to maintain prosperity and stability.

I'll be outside if you need me.

Chief, you look happy. You got praised by the Frenchman again?

You bet. Tell everyone we'll have dinner at Tin Kung Restaurant tonight.

Sure. You always treat us to great food.

What's going on?

Tung Ting-heng had a baby boy. He's giving away red eggs.

Chief, my son is one month old, so I'm giving away red eggs. Want one?

Congratulations.

Thank you.

Brother Heng, your wife had two babies in three years.

Both of them are boys. Your wife did an excellent job.

Having boys is no big deal. Miss Kwai-seng doesn't need to have kids.

She's doing a great job running Brother Tong's casino and nightclub.

That's what I call excellent.

Everyone knows I have a great wife. I don't need your singing about it.

Right, the whole Shanghai knows how capable Miss Kwai-seng is.

I forgot to give one to the Frenchman.

You've been working really hard lately. Don't forget to relax.

Cheers. Cheers.

Well, this place is nice but few people come here. What a shame.

That's because all the customers here are of high-status.

Their market is too narrow. Our nightclub should take a different approach.

I want ours to be at the highest end with modern entertainment.

Anyone is welcome.

There will be plenty of customers. I also want...

You think about work all the time.

We're building a nightclub together.

I'll hire some craftspeople from Suzhou.

They specialise in European furnishing and decoration.

Do you want to meet them?

It's OK, I trust you.

We're here to relax. Stop talking about work. Let's dance.

OK.

Tung Ting-heng gave away red eggs today.

It's his second one, right?

We've been married for a while now. It's time to have a baby.

I know. Once our nightclub is open, we will have plenty of time.

You don't even have time to sleep. How can you get pregnant?

Let's relax and enjoy our time tonight.

You want another drink?

I think I'm good.

We have a mission tonight. Let's work hard.

Master, Miss Kwai-seng, Mr Chin is here.

Chief, Miss Kwai-seng.

What's the matter, Chin?

Wait until tomorrow if it's not urgent.

Chief, I need Miss Kwai-seng to sign a document for the nightclub,

so that we can get it approved by the MAC tomorrow.

Go upstairs first, I'll be right with you.

It's OK. I need to sign some documents too. I'll wait for you in the study.

OK, I'll see you there.

I'm so hungry today. I want two bowls of noodles.

Are you kidding? There's half an hour left before mealtime.

I know. What are you doing here?

Someone is fixing the toilet, so I'm taking a break.

I'll get back to work after eating. Do your work. I want to walk around.

1-1-2 comes to 4, small!

Place your bets! Bet more, win more!

Here we go! 4-4-2 comes to 10, Small! Sorry if you bet on Big!

A lot of Smalls! Place your bets again!

Here we go! 6-6-4 comes to 16, Big!

Bet more, win more! Come on, bet more!

Here we go again! 5-5-6 comes to 16, Big!

Bet more, win more! Place your bets!

There! 3-3-6 comes to 12, Big!

Bet more, win more! Bet more! Place your bets!

Here we go again! 5-5-6 comes to 16, Big!

Bet more, win more! Come on, place your bets!

Opening! 3-3-6 comes to 12, Big!