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You new guy.

We the welcome wagon.

Smoke.

Hi, Joe.

You okay?

Never better.

You're not tomorrow, right?

Nice haircut.

Nice You got to do the right things

Establishing our dominance is the right thing

Doesn't have to be this way Ain't no need for you getting involved put your

release at risk Leave the Fisher though

You've been in here five years now

I respect how you done your time.

Always treated everyone fairly.

Never lost your cool.

Props to you, Joe.

You better let the fish find his own way.

Just like you did me.

He ain't you.

You getting our way, you gonna get hurt.

Everyone is gonna get hurt.

Everybody knows you a stand-up guy.

Stand to the other side this one time.

Not my style, Smoke. You know that.

You do realize there's three of us.

Wanna get some more, guys?

Cocky as ever.

You made that look easy, brother.

Not bad.

I'm a jumpy there.

Nice.

I don't get out of time. It was nice getting to know you.

You too.

Keep your nose clean.

You

couldn't

help yourself, could you, Joe?

This is your last day for Chris' sake.

It's my last day, Frank.

But it's that first day.

Look, I gotta put you in the hole for a bit.

Cool you are.

I'm cool.

You can't protect everyone, Joe.

Is that the truth?

Good luck, Joe.

Don't take it the wrong way, but I never want to see you again.

Believe me now.

I never said I didn't believe you, Kate.

I'm due in three months.

Why haven't you visited me before now?

I have lots to do, Joe.

You left me high and dry.

I took the fall for you, Kate.

You gotta focus on the now.

Babies are expensive.

And I won't be able to work.

You gotta sign over all your bank accounts to me.

That's the only way this is gonna work.

Hey, Kate.

It's Joe.

As I said, I'm gonna call this time I'm out.

I got a job.

A place to live.

I'm settled.

I just wanted to talk to you about setting up a custody plan for Wyatt.

Once I get my first paycheck, I will start the child support payments.

Please call me as soon as you can.

Listen, I know it's over between us.

But I'm dying to see Wyatt.

So we can get to know each other.

It's hard to believe he's almost four years old already.

So please call me back.

Thanks.

Four years.

So we have all the classic equipment here.

Really old school.

Our gyms, people really like to train.

And of course, you have a fighting area.

We have everything I need.

Everything you need for a martial arts journey. How long have you been

training? Almost 10 years, but I still have to learn a lot.

Why don't I leave here for a bit to hit the bags and get the feet of the place?

I'll be back soon, okay? Thank you.

Having fun?

You bet. This place is great. Yeah.

We also have a number of great, great instructors here. For instance, Darius

will be one.

If you want to have a bit of a sparring session.

Why not?

Okay. Hey, Darius.

Could you do a couple rounds with Joe here? He's interested in joining. Come

on.

Hi, Joe.

Come on in.

Okay.

Thanks.

We go light.

Have some fun.

So, what do you think? That was fun.

Want to join the gym?

Heck yeah.

It's a $500 monthly fee with a $600 one-time initiation fee.

I can get a paperwork together while you shower.

You can check out the gear we sell. You might want to get some new stuff.

Listen, I just got into the area. I know I can't afford it much.

Do you have maybe any other plans?

How much could you afford, Joe?

Fifty bucks a month.

Fifty bucks a month?

For this?

What are you fucking kidding me?

You're just looking to waste my time, aren't you?

I have no time to babysit the homeless.

Hey, that's not fair.

I had no idea it would be that expensive.

This is the first time anyone brought up the price.

This ain't Mighty Mix, and you ain't Rocky.

One more round.

Thanks, man.

Enjoy.

You're lucky you're still alive.

Get the fuck out of here and don't come back.

Cheap bastard.

Shouldn't you be at home in bed?

Next time you cross our street, that'll be 50 bucks, or I'll break your nose.

Hey.

You got nothing better to do?

Look, it's the homeless guy from the gym.

I'm not homeless.

Never mind. Leave this poor guy alone.

Don't get any involved.

It's okay.

No, it's most certainly not okay.

What, you gonna take us all now?

If I have to.

Fuck him up.

Come on. This guy's a waste of time.

You okay?

My hero.

You saved me.

What?

I now need your help.

There is no need to fight.

They were picking on you.

Sticks and stones.

You think you'd be grateful for the help?

Next time, ask if help needed.

Hey. Where's Wyatt?

Well, you need to talk.

Okay.

You wanna come up to my apartment?

Okay.

What's going on?

Wyatt's sick.

How? With what?

He needs an operation.

For a tumor in his brain.

You have to get the money for it.

It's 50,000 and you're his father.

What about the money I gave you in prison?

That's more than enough.

That's all gone.

You have to get the money.

Wyatt's counting on you.

50,000.

I gave you all I had in the world, Kate.

I just got out of prison. I'm working in a steel mill for 15 bucks an hour.

I didn't come here to listen to excuses.

You have to get the money for Wyatt.

How long do we have?

Don't you have insurance?

I'm a single mother, Joe.

I can barely make our rent every month. You're a single mom by choice.

And don't even think about asking Butch to pay.

Why isn't his kid?

Butch? Who's Butch?

I came here to tell you what your son needs and not to be personally attacked.

No one is attacking you, Kay.

You just sprung this on me.

It's your responsibility, Joe.

And I expect you to live up to it.

The clock's ticking.

Just call me when you have the money.

This is a great store.

So many different items.

Thank you.

It's my dad's store. I help him run it.

Do you have this special oil? I call it Chinese medicine.

I don't know its true name.

It's like icy hot, but even stronger. I'd use it for sore muscles and bruises.

It's a clear oil, if that helps at all.

This one?

That's it.

That's so great. Thank you.

Can I have a couple of bottles?

Sure.

I found it in Hong Kong a long time ago.

Did you enjoy Hong Kong? Oh, I loved it.

But I prefer the mainland.

Sell him many bottles.

He need it.

Get hit all the time.

This is your dad?

Yes. Don't waste time.

He's no good fighter.

No skill.

Oh, come on. That's not true.

I'm Joe.

Nice to meet you.

Nice to meet you.

It was

nice of you trying to help like that.

So it will be...

Come with me.

Ba, don't hurt him.

That's true.

No hurt.

Okay.

Come on, check in.

I'm an old man.

One more time.

Okay. I see that you didn't need help.

So why didn't you fight back?

No need.

No danger.

Don't fight.

But you don't have to.

Man. What you did was really impressive.

Can you teach me?

Didn't he teach you?

When I was young.

I'm sorry.

He really doesn't like strangers.

I'm hardly a stranger now. I have him being dumped on my ass three times in a

row.

No, let me apologize for him.

In fact, how about I make it up to you?

Home-cooked dinner tomorrow night?

Great.

Are you going to be there?

I mean, it's his house.

We live about 50 minutes away from here, in the woods.

It's not hard to find.

Okay.

So let him know, I will win him over.

I'm sure you will. So let's see tomorrow, then around 6.30, okay?

Okay.

Bye. Bye.

Good evening.

Hey.

Thanks for having me over.

Where is your dad?

Oh, he's going to China's later.

Can I bring you something to drink?

Water or juice is fine.

Sure, then please make yourself comfortable.

It's hard work, but I'm enjoying it.

I've never been inside a steamer.

Would you show me around one day?

Sure, it would be a pleasure.

And...

What did you do before the month?

I was in prison.

Prison? Really?

Yeah, but it's not what you think.

It's complicated.

My girlfriend at the time was looking at serious jail time, so... I said the

drugs were mine.

She's still struggling with drugs.

And she only asks me for money.

Money for what?

For Wyatt, my son.

But I'm not sure that's what the money is being used for. She just asked me for

50,000 for an operation that he has to have.

50,000.

That's a lot of money.

And I won't be able to raise that working at the steel mill.

So, if you have any ideas, I'm all ears.

You know, there's a tournament coming up in town.

Full contact, all styles.

And the first prize is...

One hundred thousand dollars.

Really?

Yeah, but I just got my head handed to me by an old man.

No offense.

Also, there is an entry fee to keep out the riff-raff.

Where did you train Wu?

I grew up in Hunan province.

Studied wushu in middle school.

I had potential, so I go to Shaolin temple.

The Shaolin temple?

Wow, I would love to see it.

How was it?

So much history.

Great opportunity.

Dad taught me about one hall that had footsteps worn into the stone from

centuries of monks training there.

Qian Fu Dian. Right.

Qian Fu Dian.

And you never went?

No. This was all before Dad met...

So how long did you stay at the temple?

Ten years.

I'm part of a competition team competing worldwide.

And how did you do?

He was nearly China's champion of combat.

Time to clean up.

You're good now.

No,

no, it's okay.

Thank you for having me over.

I'm sorry, he's very direct.

It's all good.

Let me see you out.

I'm sorry, I don't get out much anymore.

I'll ask him about the training.

It's good that you had the chance to talk with him.

Let me know what he says.

Talk to you tomorrow.

Yeah.

I want to see Kate and Wyatt.

Who are you?

I'm Joe, Wyatt's father.

Kate, someone's here for you.

Thanks, babe. I'm just inside if you need me.

What are you doing here?

I want to see Wyatt.

I don't want to confuse him.

Butch is his father figure now.

Get the money, and we can talk about you seeing Wyatt.

I'm his father, Kate.

I deserve to see my son.

Get the money, Joe.

Looking good.

I know.

Come on, let's go.

When did you move here?

I was about 15.

My dad used to be a well-known shifu in China.

He lived for his goal.

But when my mom died, he lost his passion for it.

He moved here and...

Yes, it's what it seems.

Sorry about your mom.

But your dad still trains?

Every day.

I think it's his way of dealing with everything.

How about you?

I'm not as serious as he is, but I can take care of myself.

Bet you can.

Let me show you an exercise my dad taught me.

Sticking hands.

Put the back of your hands on mine.

This? Yes.

Now close your eyes and follow my hands.

Relax and feel my energy while I move.

Now I'm going to attack.

Not bad. You've got potential.

That was fun.

Painful, but fun.

Got you.

Thanks for the run.

And the sticking hands lesson.

Gotta get to work now.

How about I cook you guys dinner tonight?

Buy you back for the other night.

Do you want me to bring my dad?

Could win him over somehow.

Do I need your father's permission to kiss you?

See you tonight.

I'll text you the address.

Don't ever just show up out of place again.

Kate is done with you.

No problem.

I apologize for that. You come around like that again, I'm gonna kick your

ass. Kate is with me.

And I only want what's best for Kate.

But I need to have a relationship with my son.

Wyatt calls me.

I made a traditional potato salad.

Oh.

Hope you like it.

It's my German grandma's recipe.

It looks good.

Thank you.

Doesn't it look good, ba?

Please.

Sorry, I don't know who that could be.

Just a minute.

What do you think you're doing?

What do you mean?

You come after Butch.

What are you talking about? He was waiting for me outside the mill. Focus

on what's important.

Your son needs that operation and you're having a fucking dinner party.

Train him.

Give him a chance.

Can we talk about that later? No.

I don't want to hear any excuses.

And stay away from us until you have the money.

I know you don't believe me.

So, here.

Well, that was awkward.

I'm sorry.

Don't worry.

Relationships, even... ones that are over, are complicated.

Start tomorrow, 5 a.m.

One minute late and stop.

Really?

Don't let me down.

I won't.

Thank you.

It's not.

It's good.

Very effective.

Lower card.

i teach you you have chance to win the tournament

i will train hard i have to no talk fighting

step

road

fade draw power

Show me your front kick.

Not bad.

More power!

Not good.

Need training.

Now, me.

With the right technique, you'll get better.

Pay attention to the details.

Not slow.

Yes, sir.

That's it.

Keep your legs straight.

Okay, okay, okay.

Count 10 seconds.

Go.

One, two, three. Okay, okay. That's three seconds.

Where do you see yourself in five years?

Here isn't such a bad place.

Come on, seriously.

I'd like to have my own school.

Teaching kids to be able to defend themselves, have confidence.

Nice plan.

And you?

I like working with my dad in the store.

And I know that he can't do it without me.

But I'd like to do something bigger.

Something more important.

I went to school for counseling, you know.

Really?

Maybe that's why you understand where I'm coming from.

I did take a course in abnormal psychiatry.

Okay.

Georgie, you've got a lady friend with you, too.

You're just on our way home.

You're at the wrong place at the wrong time.

Nice moves.

I had a great teacher.

They were definitely up to no good.

Drug dealing?

Let's see where they're going.

Okay.

That's Butch.

The guy who was living with Kate and Wyatt.

Can you believe this?

What? The guy with them?

His name is Kang.

He went to the Wushu team my dad used to train with in China.

You are invited in his last tournament.

I was in the audience.

I will never forget the sound of my dad's leg breaking.

What's he doing here?

I heard he came to the US and was involved with the trials.

They're using the gym as a front for drug dealing.

Let's get out of here.

New energy.

More gently.

Dance.

Ready, stand.

Slowly.

No,

no, no.

I've been thinking about what we saw the other night.

Me too.

We need to do something about it.

Like what?

You guys want some coffee?

I'll go with green tea, please.

Make it two, please.

Coming right up.

Thank you.

They're using the gym as a cover for illegal activity.

We need to go to the police.

Don't we need proof?

We can't find out exactly what they want and get it for them.

It's not right what they're doing, right?

A gym, like a martial arts bar, should be a safe place.

Exactly.

We need a plan.

There you go. Thank you.

Oh, and just so you know, that has already been paid for.

How would you want?

Thank you.

You know him?

I met him a few years ago in prison. He's a good guy.

Seems like he thinks the same of you.

Another reason why we gotta expose the gem.

Death said this was urgent.

So, what is it you want to see us about?

We witnessed a drug transaction at the MMA gym on the west side.

That's the, uh, the no-retreat gym, right?

That's the one.

We followed the three guys after the drug deal.

They went straight to the gym and handed the money over to a guy named Butch.

And a man named Kang.

A guy named Butch.

How do you know this Butch?

He's with my ex.

Okay. Go on.

They took the money, went into the gym, and the three left.

Are you sure you're not trying to get back at your ex?

That's with a new boyfriend.

No.

No, I just want to make sure that she doesn't get mixed up with whatever this

butch is into.

She doesn't look like it, but she's an addict.

She needs to go to rehab.

Where do you fit into this, you know, this Kane character?

My father knew Kang in China years ago.

I had heard he was working with the Triads.

Who's your father?

Wu Da Gang.

We own a Chinese pharmacy downtown.

Anything else you want to tell us?

We run you two through the system. We're not going to find any surprises.

I did four years in Oak Creek.

What for?

Drug possession.

But the drugs weren't mine.

They never are what make.

Okay. Thanks for coming in.

Well, that's it?

They're using the gym as a front for selling drugs?

Sure.

You know, we'll get right on it.

But right now, you're gonna have to leave.

What kind of proof do you need?

Videos, photos, catch them in the act.

But here's the important part for you. You're out on parole.

You need to stay as far away from drugs as you can.

I didn't think you were serious.

Those bastards are selling drugs and the cops won't do a thing.

Fingers up, you're at an agenda.

Yeah.

You don't, right?

No. What they're doing isn't right and we need to stop them.

I just don't want Kate to get in trouble because of that guy.

And why get caught in the crossfire.

So, what do we do now?

Get the proof they need.

Okay. It's okay.

Let's go.

Attack!

Okay now you try

Oh,

how

did I do?

Now it's good.

When you said you had a surprise for me, I kind of had something else in mind.

Trust me. You'll thank me later.

But it's cold over here. Why do we have to go into the lake?

Mind control.

Becoming one with your mind and body.

My mind tells me not to go into cold water.

It's important to be able to control your mind, no matter the distractions.

And you're sure turning me into a nice kid will... Try to focus and leave

behind all distractions.

I'll be back soon.

Clear your mind.

You can do this.

You can do this.

Calm your mind.

Focus.

You gotta sign over all your bank accounts to me.

Wyatt's sick.

You have to get the money for Wyatt.

Your son needs that operation.

You can rise now.

I decide to give you tournament money.

Tell me my money.

I will pay.

No, no, I can't let you do that.

You've already done so much for me.

Really.

No charity.

If you win, I get 10%. Right.

Thank you.

And why thank you too?

We'll be right back.

What the hell are you doing here?

Just finished signing up.

You? You think he can win this tournament?

Nothing to lose.

Are you really that stupid?

Hey! Hey, hey!

Save it for the tournament, gentlemen.

Start something here, and you're both disqualified.

You two as well.

My fighter is going to crush yours.

I always told you that we meet again someday.

Let's go.

You must win.

For Wyatt.

And you.

It's a bit far away.

That phone can get a good shot.

What in the world?

I know some people.

Now we just have to wait.

Here they come. Mm-hmm.

You see them?

Yes.

Now we move to the gym.

Catch the money exchange.

Right.

Believe us now?

Sure.

We believe you.

We still have to make an arrest.

We need to tie the drugs to Kang and Butch.

Right now, all we've got is money changing hands.

What do we have to do?

We have to put the drugs and the money in their hands.

We have enough to initiate a case, put surveillance on them, ask for wiretaps.

It's gonna take forever.

We still have to build a solid case.

We'll get you what you need.

Look, I'm sorry we didn't believe you guys when you first came in.

But you gotta admit, it was a little sketchy.

What, with your background and everything?

Here's the deal, though, guys. You gotta leave this to the cops.

Capisce?

Understood?

Sure do.

Okay. Okay.

You're not going to leave it to them, right?

No, we're gonna put them away.

You.

Yeah!

You Joe?

You're up next.

Ready to fight?

Ready as I'll ever be.

You got a fight name?

Nope.

Just an ordinary Joe.

Don't die, ordinary Joe.

Bad for business.

Step inside.

Fighting on the red corner, ordinary Joe.

Fighting on the blue corner.

Man. Fast

learner.

Thank you.

Four to one.

That don't seem fair.

Two against four is better odds.

You might want to get some more guys.

Smoke, when did you get out?

Same old Joe.

Saving the world.

Not the world, just you.

Are you gonna do this?

So you're out and already in trouble?

Those guys.

They're on my watch.

Told me they had to fight me first.

But hey.

Thanks.

How are you?

I have an idea how you could repay me.

What happened?

What happened?

I heard about some underground fighting.

Why?

I wanted to try out what I was learning.

Not ready yet.

But I won the fight.

I wanted to win some money to pay you back for the entry fee.

Don't worry about that.

War will be ready.

Master? I have a question, if you don't mind.

I listen.

A while ago, you said you're gonna teach me a secret technique.

Yes.

That's true.

Will you please show it to me now?

I teach you the lion face.

From the first day already.

Have you?

But lions don't have fists, do they?

A lion is not a form.

It's not a stance.

It is a spirit.

You build energy.

Roots.

Explore.

When time is right, you'll feel spirit and

body.

D'oh!

The heart of a lion.

The water's iron fist.

You were born for battle.

You were made for this.

No fear, no surrender.

You fight until the end.

Somewhere inside, you dig within.

It's the heart of a lion.

Smoke. This is for the boy.

We recorded the serial numbers.

You sure you're okay with this?

Your man is a stand-up guy, so... Yeah, I'm sure.

You guys get in position. Let's do this.

You think he can do it? With his reputation, of course they trust him.

Keep looking.

Got him.

All right, Small.

Let's hope you can get the rest done as well.

Yeah, of the trucks.

And he gave them the marked bills.

You should have everything you need.

I'm gonna take a shot in the dark here.

So, mate.

We were at Oak Creek together.

Does he know he's gonna have to testify?

He will.

Okay.

We'll put together a strike team. We have to work quickly before the money

changes hands. We move tomorrow morning.

You two gotta keep your fucking mouths shut. You didn't hear a word of this.

Yes, sir.

The tournament is tomorrow.

I have to fight. I need the money to help my son.

Dad and I will go with them.

I'm sure everything will go well.

And we will make it in time to join you at the tournament.

Okay.

Thank you.

I'm not sure a generic sauce chicken is the right pre-tournament meal.

Probably Bruce Lee's favorite.

I heard that you cannot find that dish anywhere in China.

That's true.

Yeah?

You're going to do well tomorrow.

I have to.

A lot is running on it.

I gotta win to save my son.

And I gotta win to make sure that you're okay.

Don't worry about me.

I'll be with the detectives. And my dad will be there.

But I do worry about you.

I actually kind of like you.

Yeah?

Tell me more.

What you and your father have done for me, I will never forget.

So, it's just gratitude?

I never felt that way before.

I love

you.

I love you too, Joe.

We have a tradition where we ask the gods questions like these.

So we ask a question, and if they land one up, one down, the answer is yes.

Both down, the answer is no.

And if they're both up, the guard's not helping.

So what should we ask?

Yes!

What did you ask?

Will I be okay?

Now it's my turn.

The gods are sure it's a no.

I was asking if I gonna get lucky tonight.

City boy.

I think that's not in the hand of the gods either.

My rule.

Better than the alternative.

Most coffee's for me and me.

Big day.

How do you think?

I got it.

Xie xie.

You guys ready?

You?

We've got no choice, right?

We have to do it.

Good luck.

Even though you don't need it.

Be the light.

i'll see you when it's all over

Friends family and lovers of corporate sports all over the world

Just

about ready There you

really shouldn't be here so stay put and don't move from the spot. We only got

one shot at this.

No problem. Believe me

Lock and load.

Turner, Ramirez, let's get this.

You ready?

Fight!

What's going on? Team A has cleared the front. We got everything under control

here. We checked all the rooms, but no sign of the Kang guy or any signs of

drugs. We will keep looking.

We're moving into the basement.

Ready? You ready?

Fight!

Freeze!

Gun on the floor.

Gun on the floor.

Pick it up.

You too.

Old school?

Old school.

Okay.

That's the money!

Research. Okay.

Thanks a lot.

I thought I told you guys to wait.

Thank you.

Thank you.

John was right about you.

Yes.

Let's go.

One more.

And then we meet.

Can't wait.

I hope you win.

Oh.

No doubt.

Come on, home sky.

We're going to enjoy this.

You ready?

You ready?

And give up.

Let me beat the next clown and then it's down to you and me.

Oh, I can't wait.

Oh, and by the way, if I win, your son is not getting a single dime.

You okay? Mm-hmm.

Did you get them?

I sure did.

Couldn't have done it without you.

It's over now. We'll arrest Butch.

Let me fight him.

Please.

He's not going anywhere.

This is for your family.

It's a girl out there who kicks some ass.

Ladies and gentlemen, your finals are set

in the left corner.

You ready?

Fight!

Don't forget!

He wants to knock out!

Be patient!

Remember, line!

Wait Wait

Thank you, Brian.

Come.

Come.

It's good to have a friend.

You must be Wyatt.

I'm Joe.

I'm pleased to finally meet you.

You wanna learn kung fu?

Yeah?

So as soon as we fix you up, we will start training.

You did it.

Congrats.

I made a deal with the detectives.

They've arranged a stint in rehab for you.

Go and they'll file no charges.

I'll take care of Wyatt until you're clean, okay?

Then we'll share custody.

I'll do it.

Thank you.

We seized the No Retreat gym.

The city will be selling off the assets.

Cheap. Might want to think about buying it with that money you just won.

Thank you, sir.

Let's see what I've left after Wyatt's surgery.

So, can you let Kate know the details of her rehab?

Yeah, sure thing.

Thank you for believing in me.

Lying face.

Lies don't have fists, remember?

Hard lying.

well come on

face looks worn heart's been heavy since i was born

rain keeps falling streets won't dry

i keep asking the empty sky

Where's my hero? Where's my fight?

In the dark, I need the light.

Where's my hero?

Calling loud to the king.