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It's Jan 1810, or the 15th year

of the Jiaqing Reign during the Qing Dynasty.

More than a thousand combat junks have gathered in the southern waters of China

under the lead of Cheung Po-tsai, Commander of the Seven Seas.

With thousands of pirates and 600 ships, this magnificent fleet is riding the waves,

ready to declare war on the Qing naval fleet.

(The Pirates' League of the Seven Seas)

(Qing Fleet)

Meanwhile, the Qing Court's navy from the Guangdong, Fujian and Zhejiang provinces

with 800 warships, well-armed with fine and powerful cannons,

is charging forth on the mission of wiping out Cheung Po-tsai and the pirates.

I, Man-ho, the 11th Prince of Qing, hereby declare,

we will wipe out the pirates or we'll never go home!

Wipe out the pirates!

The League of the Severn Seas will kill all you Qing dogs!

Kill the Qing dogs...

Fire!

Fire!

Fire!

Cannonballs fly and gunpowder fills the air.

Amid the battle cries, arrows fly like rain.

Full speed ahead!

Charge!

Charge!

Charge...

The two sides have been fighting for three days and nights.

Neither has gained the upper hand.

The battlefield was a ghastly scene of blood and gore.

This horrendous battle took place in Chek Lap Kok, the water south of Hong Kong.

It's known as...the Battle of Chek Lap Kok.

The two forces fought hard in this long battle,

neither could claim victory.

This was one of the largest battles fought between the Qing navy and the pirates.

At the core of this fight

is the Eleventh Prince Man-ho of the Qing Court.

He always puts himself directly in the line of fire.

The other who strikes awe is Cheung Po-tsai Commander of the Seven Seas.

Two hundred years later, their presence is still felt here in Hong Kong.

Hong Kong, 2015

Police...

Police! Freeze! Or I'll shoot!

(WPC 16444 Wong Tai-mui)

Are you alright?

Uncle Chi, call an ambulance! OK!

IT tycoon Yang Tao-guo,

Chairman of DaDaDuoBao.com

Director Yang, what do you think about our stock price today?

30 Minutes Ago

It'll jump up...this many times.

The so-called Hong Kong's wealthiest men and property tycoons...They're nothing!

What are you doing?

Mr Yang...

Guys, you just want money.

Name me the price.

Money is not a problem.

You don't have to pay for it.

The stock market will pick up the tab.

Get in there!

Help...

15 Minutes Ago.

Sir, switch off the engine.

Madam, please, we are in a hurry.

No indicator light when overtaking.

Your license, please.

He looks familiar.

Oh, the IT tycoon Yang Tao-guo.

He's shown having dinner with senior officials in yesterday's newspaper.

What? Giving me a ticket?

Do you know who I am?

I'll file a report against you to the Police Department.

Mr Yang, we are doing it by the book.

By the book?

Kidding? You're asking for it!

Mr Yang, you can be arrested for insulting a police officer.

Do it! Do it!

Forget it. Think about your promotion board interview.

The blinker is probably not working. Take your car to a garage.

I'll let you off this time. You may go.

Madam, thank you.

WPC16444 calling Control.

Location, Hung To Road, Kwun Tong.

I stopped tycoon Yang Tao-gun's car half a minute ago.

I suspect he's being kidnapped by three men.

I request reinforcement.

The car number is AF829.

It's going in the direction of Lai Yip Street.

Interception requested. Over.

Yang Tao-guo is being kidnapped? Why didn't you stop them?

It's obvious there's a gun pointing at him.

There are three kidnappers.

If I stopped them, the hostage might be killed

How can we catch up with them?

Don't worry. I just blocked the exhaust pipe with my water bottle.

The car can't go far.

Let's overtake it by taking the short cut.

Watch out!

Mr Yang, are you alright?

Freeze or I'll shoot!

(Go via Luen Hing Ind Building to back alley Meet me at backdoor of Mei Lo Sauna. Boss.)

(Mei Lo Sauna)

Senior, are you alright?

I suspect there're still kidnappers around.

Mr Yang...

You almost got kidnapped here in Hong Kong

Any comments?

Let me tell you, Hong Kong is very unsafe.

Mr Yang...please elaborate...

Hong Kong cops are lousy!

Madam...

You rescued Mr Yang Tao-guo from the kidnappers,

but he called local police lousy.

Any comments?

Sorry, I am on duty.

Madam...

The kidnappers fired shots in busy streets.

Several cops and passersby were injured.

A pregnant woman has been sent to hospital.

Do you think the Police was at fault?

We have done our best.

The kidnappers are just too ruthless.

Their leader is still at large.

Is the Police being incompetent?

Rest assured. We have over 30,000 people in the Force.

We won't let him get away. He'll be caught.

Can you give us a more specific time?

Or you'll just stall it and let things die down?

It happens too often with the Police.

Three days.

He'll be brought to justice even if it means mobilising every officer in the force.

(Join the Police. Realise your dream.)

Thank you! Thank you for your support and encouragement.

Smart girl!

Uncle Chi, thank you for your support and encouragement.

Don't be so modest.

Senior, excuse me. Li Sir asks for you.

The Head wants to see me?

Come in.

Li Sir!

WPC16444, it's hard for you.

Not at all. It's our duty to fight crime and lawbreakers.

You just had a board interview.

Yes, Sir.

For what position?

Sergeant, Sir.

Sergeant? I thought it's for the post of Police Commissioner.

"We have 30,000 people in the Force."?

"We won't let him get away. He'll be caught."

What do you mean by "Three days"?

He'll be brought to justice even if it means mobilising every officer in the force.

Who are you to make this promise?

Even the Commissioner wouldn't have the nerve to say so.

Sorry, Sir.

The reporters were trying to provoke me. So I blurted that out.

I said it to maintain our pride and dignity.

Sometimes I don't know I should call you a good cop or a foolish one.

Sir, I am foolish sometimes, but I am definitely a good cop,

Then please sign on it.

What is it?

(Mr Yang, I am WPC 16444 Wong Tai-mui. I am sorry about what happened today...)

Why should I apologise to Yang Tao-guo?

He complained about your rude treatment.

You pushed him into a barrel full of food waste. Is that true?

He was being shot at. I saved his life.

I didn't know the bucket was for food waste.

He's an IT tycoon. It's humiliating to him.

Please, just say you're sorry to close the case.

I was doing my job.

I saved his life and I have to apologise to him?

Isn't this turning black into white?

So you want to be exact?

OK, let's talk about black and white.

There is something called grey area between black and white.

Please, be more flexible.

Don't see it as an apology. See it as a greeting card, alright?

This is an order!

Good!

Take it as a lesson learnt on how you can be more sociable.

Oh yes, you passed the board interview.

Congrats, Sergeant Wong Tai-mui.

I am to be promoted?

Thank you, Sir.

We can tell who is a competent cop, who isn't.

Li Sir, rest assured. I'll work hard to fight crime!

You have been promoted.

You no longer work under me or in this station either.

I've recommended that you be transferred to Cheung Chau.

Cheung Chau? Why?

Because I mean to have a peaceful retirement.

You the model cop are too good for me.

It's a waste of your potential.

Senior.

Yes?

How are the passersby injured in the Yang Tao-gun's kidnapping case today?

The pregnant woman got transferred to another hospital.

She seems to be fine.

A male was hit by the fallen canopy.

Someone was hit by the fallen canopy?

Yes. It wasn't noticed right away.

He's in Rm 301. He has been hit on the head.

I see. Thank you.

Hr...

You almost got kidnapped here in Hong Kong. Any comments?

Let me tell you, Hong Kong is very unsafe.

Mr Yang...please elaborate...

Hong Kong cops are lousy!

Come in.

Hello, I am here to say I'm sorry.

Sorry? For what?

You are...

Madam...

The kidnappers were firing shots

in the busy streets.

Several cops and passersby have been injured.

Wounded passersby are being sent to hospital.

Do you think the Police was at fault?

We have done our best.

The kidnappers are just too ruthless.

Their leader is still at large.

Is the Police being incompetent?

Rest assured. We have 30,000 people in the Force.

We won't let him get away. He'll be caught.

Can you give us a more specific time?

Aren't you the woman cop who spoke like she's the Police Commissioner on TV?

Yes, that's me.

I am sorry.

I stepped on the canopy or you wouldn't have been hurt.

My mind was on the kidnapper, so...

I am not here to find myself an excuse.

If you want to report against me, just do it.

Why should I do that?

I did this to you.

Your head was hit.

It's understandable if you want to file a report against me.

You are funny.

You are a cop. You were doing your job.

You did the public a great service by catching some kidnappers.

Why are you here apologising to me?

If I accepted it, I'd be turning black into white.

You don't look like a newbie.

Not many cops are as righteous as you are.

Thank you!

Could I have a look?

Sure, feel free to do so.

I love drawing old buildings of Hong Kong.

I see. You were sketching there at the back lane.

I don't know it's my bad luck or I was too focused.

I didn't notice the falling canopy.

I should ask the Fire Services Department for some equipment next time I go.

Should I ask them for you?

Can it really be done?

I can give it a try.

Oh, what about my dog?

Your dog?

Sonny, how are you?

It has been treated by the SPCA. It's doing fine.

Thank you.

Are you alright?

So it's your dog!

Oh no, I think I hurt it when I was chasing the kidnappers.

What should I do?

The doctor wants me to stay a few days for observation.

I don't think the hospital has a bed for my dog.

Oh no! What about your family?

Family? You are seeing the whole family.

Well, if you trust me,

I can take care of it for you for the time being.

Who else can I trust if not a cop?

Thank you indeed.

No thanks at all.

You are so kind, I should return the favour.

Let me have it. Here you are.

Call me when you get well.

What's your name?

Bowie.

Bowie? That suits you.

Bowie, how sweet!

I mean my name is Bowie.

It's Sonny.

Sorry. It's alright.

Sonny! Be good, sweetie!

I'll be taking care of you for a few days. Alright?

Are you a boy or a girl?

Latest development in the kidnapping case of IT tycoon Yang Tao-guo.

The police said that from the confession of the arrested kidnappers,

it's learnt the mastermind is a wanted man for several similar kidnapping cases.

Nicknamed Bandit King, he's still at large.

Bandit King?

Why is it so hard to be a good cop?

Should I really change myself?

Should I really learn to be more sociable?

Sonny, what is it?

You don't want me to change either.

Don't worry, Mui is always Mui.

Whatever the difficulties, I still won't change.

Sonny, look. This is Cheung Chau.

Whatever the setbacks, you can always go home.

Uncle Choi.

Mui, you are back. Yes...

Sorry...

Sonny...

Sonny...

Sonny...

Bowie? What a coincidence.

Just like in a film.

Bumping into you in Cheung Chau, really?

Are you on leave?

No. I have been transferred here.

It means you will serve the people here.

How's your injury?

The wound is closed.

I am waiting for the hair to grow back.

I meant to give you a call and pick Sonny up.

But as you can see, the weather is so good.

I suddenly had this urge to do some sketching here.

Sonny, I am sorry.

You've been given the short shrift again.

It's alright. I love Sonny very much.

I am overjoyed that I can take care of him for a few days more.

Are you a good boy today?

Are you an artist?

Artist?

Do you see the air in me? Or it's your cop's gut feeling?

It seems you don't have to work.

You can go everywhere for sketches.

You don't have to go to work. How jolly.

Either you are an artist or a rich 2nd Generation kid.

Rich 2nd Generation kid?

Sorry, am I too blunt?

No.

Strictly speaking, I'm more like a preserver than a painter.

I preserve things down stroke by stroke.

Things will eventually disappear. and people will change.

However, once they are drawn on paper, they'll be preserved forever.

How come it's in black and white?

Black is black, white is white.

There is no grey area in my world.

Don't you find it clean and bright?

Am I being too philosophical?

No, just a bit pretentious.

However, it's well said. You have a point.

I like it.

Maybe I should call it a day.

Are you staying here in Cheung Chau?

Yes, for several days longer.

Oh yes, you are a local here.

Where else should I go for sketches?

Cheung Po-tsai Cave.

Have you been there?

It's a must-visit place in Cheung Chau.

Go there in the afternoon around 1 or 2 pm.

The sea is gorgeous.

Mui's special recommendation!

Miss it and you have visited Cheung Chau in vain.

Mui? Your name is Mui?

Yes. I am Mui to everyone who knows me.

My full name is Wong Tai-mui.

Water Mui?

No, Wong Tai-mui. W.O.N.G. and T.A.I.

You know, boat people don't have refined names.

But I like it.

Since it's Mui's special recommendation,

Cheung Po-tsai?

Alright, I am going there tomorrow.

(Shun King Dry Seafood Store)

Let me give you a hand. Thank you.

Mui?

You are back! Sis!

Why didn't you tell me to pick you up?

Come on, why bother?

Sis, the sun is very strong.

Why should I let you suffer it?

How strong?

Just you manning the store? Where's Brother Ma?

Why are you taking the fish maw down again?

To make you soup.

You've been transferred back here and you are staying with me.

We should have a welcome dinner!

Not this expensive.

There's more.

Look, conch meat. Wow!

And sea cucumber.

Look at you. You've lost so much weight without my soup for some time.

Now that you are back, I'll fatten you up again.

Fatten me up? Nice idea.

Sis, you love me the most.

Of course. You are all I've got.

Mui, rich soup here. Have it hot.

Come on, have it hot.

Thank you.

Conch meat, sea cucumber and fish maw.

It costs a hundred bucks a helping. Isn't it too much?

Hubby, she's been transferred back here and promoted.

I owe her this celebration.

I am not a miser.

However, scrimp when you could, spend where you should.

What? Hers is loaded. Mine is watery.

Alright...here you are.

Fish maw... Yes.

Mui, fish maw is good for women.

It's good now you are back.

Pa and Mom up in heaven will be pleased.

I saw it on the news about you and the kidnappers.

I was scared to death.

You are just a woman, you shouldn't...

Alright...don't worry. I can take care of myself, OK?

I feel much easier now that you are moving back.

Have more fish maw.

Let me help you. No more...

You first.

Sis, don't just keep feeding me, you should have some too.

Don't bother with me. I can thrive on air alone.

Right. Don't waste it.

It costs a hundred bucks a bowl. Scrimp when you could.

Sis, let me get it for you.

Don't bother. You have more. See how thin you are.

Let me get it from the kitchen.

Hey...

Scrimp when you could. So Sis is made to eat leftovers.

She has to work so hard for him.

I don't find it hard at all.

You are not borrowing money from your sister

It's most reasonable and justifiable.

Hubby, you said it. She's my sister.

How can I say that to her?

So what? If she lives here, she should pay rent.

This is our ancestral house.

Pa and Mom left it to us two.

Her name is on the deed.

How can I ask her to pay rent?

That's going too far.

What about her moving back out of the blue?

So her name is on the deed?

We spent over $200,000 on the renovation.

She has not paid a cent for it.

She was not living here.

As you said, her name is on the deed.

Then she should pay her share.

Let me do the dirty work.

I'll ask her for her $100,000.

Hey...Sit down...

Let me ask her when the time comes up.

Don't forget the rent and utilities.

It's reasonable and justifiable.

Mui, knowing that you're moving back,

I had the pillows and blanket sunned on the rooftop the whole afternoon yesterday.

Thank you.

Smell it.

It smells so good.

Sis, do you remember when we were small,

Mom would sun our blankets and make our beds when school began,

so that we could sleep well the night before.

We often bunked together.

The good old days! So carefree!

Sis, come with me. What's it about?

Why give me money?

This $8,000 is for this month.

Did you overhear us talking? Don't you bother with him.

You are my sister. You have the right to live here.

How can I charge you rent?

You are a co-owner of this house.

Sis, what are you talking about?

It's for my nest egg.

You don't know what a spendthrift I was when in Hong Kong.

It can't be better now I have you helping me save.

I know you love me.

One more thing.

You can't survive on leftovers alone.

I saw it when I checked on the fridge.

Is he still so mean to you?

It's not his fault.

It's my own idea. I don't want to waste food.

I know how you accommodate him, but...

Believe me, he hasn't been mean to me.

He's a nice man by all counts.

He doesn't smoke, he doesn't drink.

He's not a womaniser and he never hits his wife.

Such a man is quite rare in Hong Kong.

Since when is having no vices the greatest selling point for men in Hong Kong?

Mui, look!

Wow, so many stars!

It's said to be the time of the Leonid meteor shower.

Isn't Heaven good to us?

It's for the celebration of our reunion.

Leung Sir.

Not a moment too soon.

Let me introduce.

She is our new sergeant, Wong Tai-mui.

How do you do?

Madam Wong!

Brother Hung, Brother Hong, Brother Cheung.

You watched me growing up here.

Don't call me Madam Wong, just Mui.

No, you have been promoted.

No mixing up of work and private lives.

Right, you are "Madam" now.

Madam or Mui, it's just a form of address.

We should work with one mind, right?

Yes, Sir.

Leung Sir, any cases for me to follow up on?

Oops, I forgot to feed the fish this morning.

Relax...

Relax.

You know Cheung Chau is a peaceful place.

Nothing happens.

There are just family disputes or pick-pocket cases.

I know!

That's why Granny Cheung would call the police for losing a salted fish to a cat.

That's why you are the best choice for Cheung Chau.

I am sure the people and police will have good rapport.

Sorry.

I spent the whole night watching the stars.

I am not at my best this morning.

Watching the stars?

Didn't you know?

The Leonid meteor shower can only be seen here once in thirty years.

I see.

That's right.

The last one of this scale took place some 200 years ago during the Qing period.

It's a once-in-a-lifetime event. How could I miss it?

Right.

I got it...

You are known as the crime buster of Kwun Tong.

To be honest, I used to be as hardworking as you are.

But since I got transferred here,

my eyes have been opened to the mysteries of the universe.

Let me tell you.

Many fascinating things have taken place in Cheung Chau.

Leung Sir, do you mean to tell me you have seen UFOs here?

It's one of the fascinating things.

Leung Sir, I grew up here.

How fascinating can it be?

Oh, yeah!

I almost forgot you are a native of Cheung Chau.

I thought I could take you for a ride.

Star watching doesn't make me a slacker, though.

My mind is on crime prevention when doing that.

You should know crimes take place when there's a crowd.

So, be on your toes.

Why?

Crimes take place when there's a crowd.

You think about it.

When all the eyes are directed to the sky, when all the heads are up...

It's the time for the pickpockets.

Leung Sir, it's just a bottle of water.

Water costs money too, right?

A lesson for your first day at work here.

Cheung Po-tsai...

Bandit King?

Mui, look at you.

You look awesome in the sergeant uniform.

Sis, I am on duty. I am on my beat.

If my subordinates see me like this, it'll be embarrassing, OK?

Right...I got it!

Auntie...look at her.

Mui got transferred back. She's been promoted to Sergeant.

Isn't she awesome?

That's good. Now you can keep your sister company.

We have a pretty woman cop here.

You look awesome.

Smart girl!

Thank you...

Don't stand on ceremony with me.

It's on me, Fu Ma.

Order whatever you like, OK?

Brother Ma?

Master Hung, dragonfish for two dishes. What about it?

Great...

Let's order more dishes. Great...

Lady Boss... Yes?

What about razor clams?

Very fresh.

As long as my arm?

Longer!

Steamed? Sure.

Coming. Thank you.

Brother Chun, I know you like fish maw.

Come to my store when you are free.

I have some premium ones for you.

Thank you, later, thank you.

How very kind of you.

Don't stand on ceremony with him.

Come on, it's my style.

Scrimp when you could, spend where you should.

It's my honour to treat my neighbours to dinner.

Feel free to order your favourites. Just do me a favour next month!

Scrimp when you could, spend where you should.

He only spends on outsiders, never his wife.

Fu Ma, don't worry.

We know what to do at the rural committee elections.

Really? Yes!

A deal!

You can count on us...

Thank you... Cheers...

I love Cheung Chau!

Sis, so you scrimp hard for him. You keep eating the leftovers.

He wants to be a committee member.

This is networking.

But can he really afford it?

He's doing it at your expense.

He's a nice guy by all counts.

He doesn't drink. He doesn't smoke.

He's not a womaniser and He never beats up his wife!

This kind of men is rare...

You have all sorts of excuses whenever I criticize him.

Roger. Anyone on the Cheung Po-tsai beat?

Sergeant 16444. What's there to follow up on?

A rock fall accident.

Sergeant 16444, please go there at once.

Roger. Over!

Excuse me. Are there people trapped inside?

I don't know.

Since it's Mui's special recommendation,

I'll go there tomorrow.

Bowie, are you there?

My foot is stuck between the rocks. I can't move.

Roger.

Take it easy. I am coming down.

Bowie... are you alright?

I am fine...ready for my funeral.

You're still in a mood for jokes?

How careless!

It's that Wong Tai-mui.

She recommended this Cheung Po-tsai Cave.

It's my bad luck.

The rocks fell once I stepped in and my foot got stuck.

Then...I think I've twisted my finger.

Let me have a look.

Look, don't touch. Sorry.

It's serious. I think it's a dislocated joint.

Oh no.

Let me carry you out.

You carry me out?

I think it'll get worse instead. Just kidding.

It's alright. I can push it back in.

What? It hurts!

That's why you have to help me.

Tell me a lousy gag.

Lousy gag?

Yes, the lousier the better.

It's for taking my mind off the pain.

Come on.

Listen.

Once there's a traffic accident.

The victim was trapped inside.

A doctor happened to pass by.

Are you alright? I'm fine. Carry on.

The doctor got off his car to help.

After checking the victim out,

he warned him that he had a cervical dislocation.

He shouldn't move his neck or it'd be fatal.

He asked the victim, do you get it?

The victim wanted to say he got it, he nodded hard and so died as a result.

Done?

It's been pushed back in.

Are you really alright? Thanks to your lousy gag.

Lousy enough?

I don't mind you telling me one more.

Shut up!

Stop laughing. Your foot is still stuck.

Let me take the rock away.

OK.

Come on...1... 2...3...

Put your shoe back on.

Thank you indeed.

Why? It's the second time I've caused you an injury.

Is it?

Sorry. It's alright.

The path is narrow in front.

You go first. I hold the flash for you from behind.

OK.

A rock here. Be careful.