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Brotherhood Vows

The third vow, any Hong brothers, regardless of profession

or places of origins, must shelter with food and lodging

anyone who ignores own brothers and pretends to be unaware,

or treating them as outsiders

shall die under ten thousand knives.

The fourth vow, for all Hong brothers, even not knowing each other

must respond whenever called upon

or die under ten thousand knives.

The fifth vow, the internal affairs of the Hong family

cannot be passed between fathers and sons

nor among brothers or any blood relatives.

No exchange of personal interests or belongings.

Anyone who takes others' money or belongings

shall die under ten thousand knives.

In the sixth vow, all Hong brothers will not aid their own brothers' capture.

Any dispute must be discussed openly for all to evaluate

do not hold the grudge. Anyone who is unaware...

Come play with me, let's go outside.

-No, give that back! -Come, let's play.

Catch me if you can!

Between Lok and Big D, I prefer Big D.

-We all know Big D well. -Kids, we adults need to talk.

Not that Lok is bad,

but he's not there yet in terms of being the Chairman.

Lok cares for the brothers.

He's always been there, ready to help out and do everything that he can.

When Brother Kwai died in a car accident in Cambodia, Lok sent back the body

and organized a nice funeral.

He gets along with the others and never gets in conflict with them.

But I'm afraid that Lok is powerful enough.

His district, Jordan, has always been the underdog.

Tsuen Wan's a different story. Big D has shown what he's capable of.

Tsuen Wan belongs to us.

All my people in Tai Kok Tsui support Lok.

Police!

No phone calls! ID!

You're suspected of Triad activities.

Sir, how is this a Triad activity?

Women playing mah-jongg is a Triad activity?

And kids playing games is also a Triad activity?

This is my business card.

Attorney So?

Sparky, Dead Dog, Double East, Ice, and Fat Wah, right?

Arrest them.

-Get up! -Sir,

you can't get us.

This is a family gathering.

Sit down.

-You have to do it? -Yes.

-I demand hoods. -Okay.

-Big D. -Brother D.

Fish Head, here's 200K. Tell Uncle Cocky to vote for me.

Such confidence!

No wonder all the bosses want to work with you.

It doesn't matter how big the business is. Can you count me in regardless?

Wait until I'm elected.

Sworn brothers should help each other.

I never forget how people treat me.

I'll make sure Uncle Cocky votes for you.

It's a shame I can't sell cocaine. Otherwise, I'd run for leader myself.

You can buy the title with just millions of Hong Kong dollars.

Stop selling cocaine!

Sell laundry powder, soda powder, talcum powder,

or fish ball noodle!

People from your hometown make good fish balls!

It costs $15 a bowl. What a good business!

What's so funny?

Eat your food!

Is it not good?

Eat the spoon, too!

Big D, don't pick on him.

I was just joking!

Who's dumb enough to eat a spoon? Did you hurt your mouth?

You obey orders like a dog.

I'm leaving.

Don't mess with him. You're upset?

Wait until you're somebody.

Did you hear? Sun Society took control of Wu Song Street.

Calling BBQ. 9555 just crossed the border.

9555, deliver the chicken to the client first.

Okay.

Frozen fresh chickens. If it weren't for me smuggling a truckload a day,

who'd be able to eat Chinese barbecue over rice for $10?

I've ducks and geese. Bird flu won't stop my business.

This one is also fresh. Give it a try.

We lost two of our nightclubs to Lum Society.

If our Wo Society lost again, we'd lose everything.

If I'm elected Chairman this time, I'll expand our turf to Tsim Sha Tsui.

Ask Uncle Fat to support me.

He's in mainland China.

BBQ, BBQ. There's a roadblock on Fanling Highway!

-That truck carries dope, too. -Take a detour from Yuen Long.

Tell him to help me.

Electing Big D or you, Uncle Fat makes his own decisions.

9555, don't go from Shek Wu Hui.

-Take a detour from Yuen Long. -Got it.

Tell the clients no delivery today. We'll see how it goes first.

I also smuggle drugs. Big D's turf is my outlet for drugs.

I see.

They're out on bail. They just left a few dozen grand and left.

If they are asked to go out on bail, they will not dare to go too far.

They should all be arrested again and shot dead.

If you chop off one Triad arm, a new one sprouts in its place.

If you arrest a gangster, another one would pop out.

All we ask for is balance of power.

No incidents, no trouble, no complaints. We want peace and prosperity.

The Triad is democratic. It elects its Chairman in a small circle.

Sun Society has a simpler solution:

Power passes down from father to son, which would avoid all the conflicts.

Triads started their election way earlier than Hong Kong elects its Chief Executive.

We'd have to keep a close eye on it when they haven't settled down.

HKD 200,000.

Damn Big D.

What bad timing when he gave me the bribe money.

I lost all his bribe money at the soccer game last night.

Manchester United. They sucked.

I got screwed.

Their goddamn goalkeeper sucked.

Boss, sober up.

I am sober.

Is it day or night, now?

Here, HKD 200,000.

Thanks.

Good business. Your new girls look great.

Uncle Long Gun.

Boss.

Where's the money?

Big D wants your vote.

Jimmy, the girl in yellow has huge boobs. Are those for real?

-Keung, go get her. -Yes.

HKD 100,000?

That's all from Big D.

Jump.

Faster! Jump faster!

Faster!

Damn Big D! He gave Uncle Cocky HKD 200,000, and me HKD 100,000?

I won't support him!

Are you coming?

Bye now.

Stop gambling, before you lose everything!

Lok respects the elders most.

Last time,

he hurried to the police station and paid my bail money.

He asked Sparky to set up that meeting and asked us to support him.

He got us arrested in the first place! He should pay for it.

The current Chairman, Whistle, comes from Wan Chai.

The next Chairman should come from Jordan.

-Lok is our man. -Why not Tsuen Wan?

Big D is the most powerful with most gangsters.

His people are troublemakers!

When they beat up Uncle Cripple last time,

Big D let it go just like that.

That's not fair.

If gangsters are not troublemakers, why don't we just do normal business?

It's Cripple's fault that

he didn't identify himself even when he got beaten,

not Big D's fault.

I'm voting for him. How about you?

-Still thinking. -Damn!

How about you?

They're both good.

Nonsense!

Big D.

-Wah? -Big D.

Still thinking?

Well...

Lok is loyal. He plans to expand our turf.

Everyone claims to be loyal to the Society!

Would they say that they are loyal to themselves?

Get Tsim Sha Tsui? Easier said than done!

I can even expand our turf to the Moon.

How much did Big D bribe you with, Sparky?

Why are you so pushy?

-What did you say? -You know what I said.

Damn you!

What?

Tea's ready.

Tea's ready.

Watch it!

Just kidding.

Are you done measuring it?

Your last suit was too tight.

Just a moment.

Make sure you use the best fabrics.

I need this for tomorrow.

Yes, 40 tables.

Let's go.

I don't care if someone has reserved it. Do whatever you can to get it done.

Or just let me know as soon as possible, and I'll cancel and go to Loaf On.

-Uncle Ming. -Lok.

Two pounds of the best ribs.

All right, for hotpot?

My son loves it. I'll grab it later.

When I was young, the Uncles got to elect the Chairman.

Back then, I thought they were very old.

I wondered why it had to be done that way.

Later, I realized it was their seniority.

Whatever they said, carried weight.

Taking a little money

and getting a little bribe is fine.

But if bribery corrupts this election, we're better off auctioning the seat!

Without credibility, we are nothing!

I think Big D is the best candidate.

He is the most capable. That's why I'd support him.

I've made my point.

This Society needs harmony, not a one-man show.

I'm voting for Lok.

Hello?

Lok, you've been elected. Congratulations!

Thank you, Uncle Monk.

Uncle Teng wants to see you tomorrow.

All right.

Son, let's eat! Get me a beer!

Mr. Lui doesn't like compliments or people talking behind his back.

Understood, Mrs. Lui.

For the bill, go to my office and get the money.

-Here are the tips for all of you. -Thank you, Mrs. Lui.

Please come again.

Sure.

Goodbye, Mrs. Lui.

Who is it?

It's Long Hair, Uncle Long Gun.

-What is it? -Big D wants to see you.

Take your time, finish your business first.

Brother Sam, Big D wants to see you.

Take your time, finish your banana first.

Hello?

Back then, before telecommunications,

not everyone would know you even if you were the Chairman.

Even if they knew your name, they wouldn't recognize your face.

Not even your own brothers would recognize you,

let alone brothers from all the other branches.

The Dragon Head Baton helps to prove the identity of the Chairman.

With the progress of telecommunications, it represents the Chairman's authority.

We didn't have to be sneaky when passing down the Baton to the next Chairman.

In 1970, when I was given the Baton, it was a real fanfare.

There was a lavish ceremony, with music and lion dance.

There were tens of tables set up. All the brothers in Society were invited.

Even police detectives were invited.

I remember the guy who gave me the Baton. He was called Cockroach Wing.

He was so messy, that the Baton was damaged by worms.

I had to find someone to clean the Baton with insecticide,

and it took a while to fix the Baton.

It took some effort to save the Baton.

This Baton is over 100 years old.

It has been handed down to dozens of Chairmen.

Losing it would mean losing face for the Society.

Whatever happens, be careful for the next two years.

Got it, Uncle Teng.

Tell Whistle to hand over the Baton.

Whistle! It's Big D.

Tell Uncle Teng that you won't hand over the Baton,

that you don't support Lok!

Are you kidding? We'll get into real trouble!

Then, trouble it is!

I'm in trouble already!

No one's ever tried to keep the Baton.

Do as I say! I repeat,

tell Uncle Teng that you don't support Lok

and won't give him the Baton.

Then bring the Baton to me!

-Big D. -I'm done here.

-Go get them! -Go get them!

Ice, it's Big D.

See you at the restaurant at 8:00 p.m.

I gotta go. We'll talk tonight.

Double East, it's Big D.

See you at 8:00 p.m. We need to talk.

Hello?

Uncle Teng, it's Whistle.

What is it?

What is it?

Lok can't handle the position. I won't give the Baton to him.

Are you drunk or did you get high?

Go wash yourself and call me when you're sober.

I'll wait on the phone.

Don't play tricks...

-Sparky. -Hi.

-Lok, this is Jimmy. -Lok.

Hello?

Big D, it's Lok.

Wait!

Get them up here!

How can I help?

I heard that you got in a fight with Uncle Long Gun and Sonny,

-and you kidnapped them? -Right!

We're brothers. Uncle Long Gun is old.

Let's sit down and talk about it.

Damn! It's none of your business.

It's not good that brothers are fighting. I'm just trying to end the dispute.

That's right. You're supposed to be the Chairman,

but talk to me when you have the Baton!

Talk to me when you have the Baton!

Go back for now. The Society will take care of it.

That's it, then?

-I'll find him myself. -Jimmy!

I said the Society will take care of it.

Don't stir things up.

I'm not going to Kam Tin. Give me a ride to Lantau Island, to Tai O.

Yes, Boss.

I have to lay low for a while.

Go to Guangzhou and get the Baton. Don't give it to anyone. Wait for my call.

Yes, Boss.

Long Gun!

Eight o'clock, at the restaurant.

Big D said that you know what he wants.

The Baton belongs to the Society, not Whistle.

Whistle must hand it over.

What can we do, then? Beat him up? Kill him?

If the Baton is gone, how are you gonna take the blame?

Uncle Teng, we have to bend the rules this time.

You want re-election so Big D can be the Chairman.

I'm trying to end the dispute.

You didn't collude with Big D?

-Don't insult me! -Why not?

If we have a re-election every time there is an argument,

what if someone else is unhappy after the re-election?

Tell Big D that the result is final.

If something happens to the Baton, we'd make our ancestors feel ashamed.

I'm just going by the rules.

Those who play games should watch out.

Uncle Monk, no matter what, just go look for Whistle.

Tell Lok that he is the new Chairman since he's been elected.

Got it, Uncle Teng.

Moron! Deflating my tire!

Superintendent Hui, what's the occasion?

I'm arresting you before there's trouble.

Hardly surprising.

Damn you! Deflating my tire!

-Damn you! -Go to hell!

Freeze!

You're suspected of Triad activities.

Freeze!

Can I call my maid and ask her to pick up the dog?

Go to the police station first.

Don't worry, we don't detain animals.

Police!

Lam Lok, you're suspected of Triad activities.

I'll go with you.

Do you need to cuff me?

Cuff him!

It's unfair. Big D deserved to win.

I'll face up to my responsibilities.

Done talking? Where's the Baton?

In mainland China.

-Where? -Guangzhou.

It takes three hours to get there, and six hours for a round trip.

I'll give you two more hours for your leisure. It is long enough to get it?

I can't cross the border. I'm out on...

You just went to Dongguan last week for prostitution! Get it to me now!

Leave the Baton alone.

Do you want me dead?

Don't cause more trouble.

It's against the rules!

Damn the rules!

Last election, the Uncles told me that I wasn't senior enough.

Now, you're talking about tradition?

Leader of Wan Chai? You just own those two old bars.

-Without my money, you'd be a nobody! -Stop that!

Whistle, did you forget all that?

I've always helped you! Brothers said that I'm biased.

-Stop... -Stop what!

-I'm more senior! -Big D!

Who do you think you are, talking to me like that?

-How much did you lose on my casino boat? -We are brothers.

You have no idea yourself.

Are you Big D?

Ask anyone whether I was right to beat you up!

-Big D! -What?

Who do you think you are? You're suspected of Triad activities.

-On what grounds? -Put it on!

I've nothing to hide!

Suspects request no hoods!

Yes, sir!

Don't push me!

I'll kill you even if we're going to the station! Stop pushing me!

-Everyone squat down! -Squat down!

What are you looking at?

They're senior members!

They're all bosses!

You don't know them?

Ex-Chairman Whistle of Wo Society.

Uncle Double East.

Ice.

And this one, Big D, the leader of Tsuen Wan.

He's really somebody!

Take your pictures!

Take your pictures! Take it clearly.

You'll be my witness for police brutality!

Take your pictures!

Enough pictures!

That's enough! Which newspaper are you working for?

Damn you!

Get him!

Get him!

-Stop that! -Get him!

Suspect on the run!

Damn! Still taking your pictures? Take pictures of him!

Justice served!

Wait.

-Brother Lok. -Have a seat.

I've reviewed the documents. They don't have a case.

You'll be out on bail after 48 hours of custody.

-Tell Sparky to find the Baton. -Got it.

They allowed me to see my family, so it's not a big deal.

Police were too nosy.

They just want to stop us from fighting.

Kill whoever has the Baton, I'll pay anything.

Understood.

There's someone called Four Eye who works for Whistle.

He's heading to Guangzhou to get the Baton.

Lok's sending a mutual friend to talk to him.

Why would I care?

Whistle's your friend. You'll lose face if the Baton's gone.

Damn that Whistle!

Do you know Four Eye?

You mean Whistle's driver? We grew up together at Tin Wan.

I'll call friends in China for help.

Do you have papers to cross the border?

Big D knows you have connections in China.

I'll be in trouble if I touch the Baton.

If you refuse, Big D won't sell your drugs.

Here's the payment for your work.

We'll settle on the price of $20 per drug.

You guys sell it at $60 per drug.

Give us a break. It's okay, right?

Big D agrees to $19 per drug.

Kun, you're in charge of this.

Get the job done.

Yes, Boss.

Brother Tung, thank you so much.

Brother So, you are such a good friend.

You told me that you are after a person, but you are after the Baton.

Thank you, Brother Tung.

Big D said he'll pay anything for the Baton. His men are on the way.

I can find them by just making a phone call.

Stop playing tricks.

How's your wife?

Remember how I helped her to give birth in Hong Kong?

I haven't seen her since then.

How's your son?

Planning on finding him a school in Hong Kong?

He has Hong Kong citizenship.

I'll let you go this time.

This guy is not talking.

You ask him yourself, where the Baton is.

Four Eye, are you all right?

Hang in there!

Our people have decided to support Lok.

Hand over the Baton and make up for what Whistle has done this time,

so Whistle can stay out of trouble.

How about this? Don't give us the Baton. You can keep it for now.

Let's go back to Hong Kong and deal with it together.

Look at your situation now. Is it worth it?

Have Whistle call me!

Last night, cops arrested people. Whistle was on the run.

He got hit by a car, and probably won't be able to make it.

Loyalty aside, you should think for yourself!

The Baton shall perish with Whistle.

Damn!

-Even further, by the lake. -Zhang, we'll check out over there.

Go slip out while you can. I'll deal with the Public Security, okay?

Our brother has asked us to deliver the money and goods.

We'll have to do the best we can to deliver.

Anyone who cheats will die under ten thousand knives.

Freeze! Don't move!

Don't shoot! I'm a Hong Kong citizen!

On the ground! Don't move!

Mr. So.

Get up.

Captain, we're pursuing the other suspect.

Good.

-Take him to the car. -Yes, sir.

Everybody out.

-Bring him clothes! -Yes, sir!

Get up.

Long time no see.

It's been a while.

Last time we met, you were a gangster.

So, now, you're a police captain.

Before 1997, I was sent to infiltrate the Triads.

I was so silly back then. I treated you as a brother.

I spent plenty of time trying to get you off the charges.

So, you want my help?

Then you better cooperate.

I've heard many times that Wo Society has a Baton,

but I've never seen it.

Did your friend Big Head take it?

What are you talking about?

I'm here because a friend was kidnapped by someone,

and you are arresting me?

I didn't break any law!

I decide who breaks the law.

Come out!

Tsui Tin, come out.

Teng Wai!

Come out!

Sir.

Have a seat.

We won't talk without our attorney.

Sit down, Teng.

There are over a few dozen Triad Societies in Hong Kong.

There are many people like you.

The Triads are impossible to eliminate.

I'm here to fight them.

I'm here to maintain social order. I'll destroy whoever causes trouble.

I'll crush them.

I don't care if you support Lok or Big D.

I want you to make a truce between the two.

I don't want infighting in Wo Society.

Neither do we.

You talk to Lok. You talk to Big D.

Get them there.

Yes, sir!

The sooner you help them make a truce, the sooner you can leave.

Brother Tin.

Uncle Monk.

Tell the people not to take any action yet.

Uncle Cocky is talking to Big D.

I hope he listens.

Big D.

-Big D! -What?

Stop causing trouble!

Why should I?

It's your fault the Baton's missing!

Don't blame me!

Whistle's men want revenge.

-Is that a threat? -No one will support you!

What about the money I spent?

What about the business I lost?

What about my clients?

Uncle Teng said you'd be the next Chairman.

Then you'll be the next Chief of Police!

Who knows what would happen then? I may be dead.

What if you're all dead then? Who should I talk to about this?

If you carry on, war is imminent.

We'll be out of business!

We won't support you!

Fine! Don't support me, then!

I don't need your support! I'll get there myself!

New Wo Society!

You are nuts!

Sir, open the door!

New Wo Society, what are your thoughts on this, Teng?

War is imminent.

Are you playing games, Teng?

If I were to prevent the war, none of my brothers would let it go.

They are all counting on the Society to make a living.

Are Triad activities normal business?

It's up to us to decide who can do business!

You can't even run a parking business if we don't let it.

Let's see what'd happen if there weren't parking boys on the street,

what'd happen if they're out of jobs.

Let's wait and see. We'll arrest all the people that commit crimes.

We have 50,000 members in Wo Society,

plus hundreds of members in other Triad Societies.

No rules mean no order.

Can Hong Kong's prisons hold that many people?

I've been a Triad member since I was 12. I can't get away with it.

There are certain things that we need to follow the rules.

-Take him back to his cell. -Yes, sir.

Sir, I'd like to see Big D.

I want to hear it with my own ears.

Uncle Cocky is old. He might have misunderstood you.

Uncle Teng, I ran for Chairman in good faith

to serve the Triad with all my heart.

I did everything to please everyone.

I spent lots of money and made a lot of effort.

If it hadn't been for that bastard Long Gun,

I would've won!

Did you say that you are going to start a New Wo Society?

I'm better than Lok! They don't know what they are doing.

Do I have to follow them even when I know that they are wrong?

Let me ask you this. Are you going to start a New Wo Society?

I want the best for our people,

but if no one supports me,

then I'll have to do it myself.

Got it. So, war is imminent.

Open the door!

You didn't give me any choice! You want me dead!

No one will allow the Society to break up.

Our brothers will all fight you.

Then, let's fight!

Let's see who dies first!

Is this Tunnel No. 3? I'll be there before dark.

My license plate is ZFV18.

Thanks, Section Chief. I'll see you when I come back.

This route is longer,

but it's safer. There are too many cops on the highway.

I need to pee!

Is it much farther?

Give me the Baton.

What will I say to my boss?

I have nothing against you. Don't make me hurt you.

Give it.

Those who rob their brothers

and those who aid others to rob their brothers

will be exterminated by five lightning!

Cha Kwo Ling Village Office

Negotiation? I'm not gonna negotiate with my own brothers.

Traitor!

He's betraying the tradition and the country!

Let's cut to the chase. What does Lok want?

Let's fight Big D.

My people are ready to march into Tsuen Wan.

Lok said two things:

Find the Baton, and we can talk about other things later.

I just wanted money.

Those who hurt their brothers for their benefit

such people will die under ten thousand knives.

Those who force others and bully the weak

will die under ten thousand knives.

Big Head found the Baton, and he's bringing it back.

The police in China are still after him.

I know someone in China who can help.

Can he be trusted?

Don't worry. He's trustworthy.

Call Big Head.

Give it.

Kun, what's the situation?

I'm on it. I'm almost there.

Bro, a guy named Kun is coming to help you.

Who?

Kun.

Find the Baton for Lok!

What's up, boss?

Big D went nuts! He said something like starting a New Wo Society!

Are you Kun?

Got it, Boss.

Are you done?

No one will fight Big D?

Let's see who finds the Baton first.

Our brother has asked us to deliver his money and things.

We'll have to do the best we can to deliver.

Anyone who cheats will die by swords.

I'm sorry.

Boss, it's Kun. I just got back to Hong Kong.

Deliver the Baton to Sparky.

Got it.

Turn off your engine. ID, please.

Stop!

Boss, there's a problem. I ran over a cop.

Shit!

Sparky will send someone to help you Where are you?

Near Fanling, almost at Tai Po, but I've been followed for a while now.

Hang on.

Do you know Jet?

Sure. He deals coke for Fish Head.

-Your license number? -JE4206.

He'll meet you at Shatin Shek Mun and finish off things.

Okay.

What now?

I want to meet with the Anti-Triad Unit.

I want to meet with my wife.

You're on Special Watch. I've got orders. No visits.

My attorney, then!

We are busy now. I'll arrange it later.

I want my attorney now!

Whistle talked. The police prolonged your detention.

I'm worried about your business.

-Find someone to finish him, then. -He's in a custody ward.

Hey!

-Finish him. -I can't promise that I can.

I'm going back to the cell.

You better finish him.

Whistle is very close with Big D.

It's easy for the cops to get their hands on him.

Big D is in trouble.

Tell Sparky to finish him. Then, go see Whistle.

He'll talk to the Society's attorney.

I'll leave for now, then.

Guard, please open the door!

There is no need to give it to Sparky. Give me the Baton.

Give it!

My delivery is for Sparky only!

I work for the Society!

Whoever comes closer dies!

Take him!

I work for the Society!

Get in!

Emergency Services? Someone's hurt.

Send an ambulance to the phone booth at the intersection of Hung To Road.

Uncle Teng was released half an hour ago. He wants you to call him.

Give me the phone.

How's Whistle?

The attorney's on his way.

-And the Baton? -Jimmy has it.

He called me and said that he'll give it to you in person.

He's not giving in.

Uncle Teng, it's Lok. I just got out.

If I can't convince Big D, it'll be war.

Motorcyclist suspected to be crushed by a heavy vehicle.

The victim's skull is crushed.

Sorry about your son. Lok wants to do Big D a favor.

The perpetrator fled. Victim's brother: "He couldn't escape."

I won't talk.

Lots of people will go after you after you get out.

You'll be crippled even if you survived.

Why keep your family worried?

Lok doesn't want you to bring down the Society.

Your help will guarantee your family's safety and happiness.

What?

Thank you, sir.

We'll take action tomorrow.

-Call the custody ward! -Yes, sir!

You authorized the attorney visiting Whistle?

It was Lok's attorney.

Whistle agreed, and the doctor didn't object.

I said, no outside contact!

Hello?

Thanks.

Whistle pulled out his tubes.

Tou, you're in charge from now on!

Why?

Paying back for my boss and Long Gun?

I'm doing it on behalf of Big D.

The Society will pay for the medical fees until they've recovered.

Or else, we'll look after them for life.

I can't leave with your money like that. What would people say about me?

If you refuse, I'll be threatened.

Jimmy, give me the Baton.

I'll make sure you get promoted for your help.

If you don't give me the Baton, I'll throw you out of the Society.

You won't be able to stay at Wo Society or join any other Society.

You'll be the Society's mortal enemy.

Why do you think I did Big D a favor and had Whistle killed?

For the sake of money,

there is no eternal enemy.

It's a different era. Business is everything now.

Crooks need to learn to use their brains.

I'll be Chairman for two years.

Show me respect.

You can do what you like after my term.

Just help me once.

I have money.

I'll remember this.

Thank you.

Brother Lok, they're here.

Thank you all for coming all this way.

We are all working for the Society.

Let it go.

Brother Lok, Jet,

Kun, Mr. So, Big Head.

Brother Lok.

It's my first time seeing it, too.

The Society won't forget about you. I won't forget about you.

Now, feel free to let others know that you're my godsons.

You'll be under my protection.

Godfather,

if you need anything in the future, just let me know.

Thank you.

-Godfather. -Godfather.

I should ask my boss first.

I'll talk to him.

Godfather.

Jimmy?

You have everyone's support. It's a win-win deal,

Godfather.

Makes me feel younger!

Work hard.

You may become Chairman.

Not me, that's for sure.

Kun has the best shot.

He killed a cop! How cool is that?

Where are you planning to hide? I'll help you.

No need, I can't.

If I can't beat the charges, I'd rather accept them.

I'll turn myself in.

Get him the best attorney.

Got it.

Your wife's outside.

She sent me in to bail you out.

We should talk.

Get in my car.

If you don't, there'll be war.

I have the Baton.

If any goes wrong, go save our boss at once.

Tsim Sha Tsui has 600 restaurants,

about 30 karaoke joints,

20 nightclubs,

100 bars,

and over 50 saunas, video arcades pool halls.

Every month, the protection fee is over HKD 10 million.

Then there are dope joints, valet parking. For estimation...

Are you just saying the numbers? You think I don't know the figures?

That's right. I don't know!

And it's too much for one person!

Just cut to the chase!

It may be too much for one person, but not for the entire Society.

I reached an agreement with all the regional leaders, except you.

What are you suggesting? Want me to go along with it?

I'll carry on Whistle's tradition.

For your business,

I'll protect your business as the Chairman,

and you'll keep all the profits.

As for new businesses, we'll split everything 50-50.

I'll support you in the next election.

If you were to start a new Society,

I'll fight you with all my strength along with our Society.

There'll be one coffin for you, and one for me.

You can choose to go on with me or get off at the intersection over there.

Lok.

Three hundred years ago, the Kangxi Emperor exterminated

patriotic Shaolin, where all monks were burned to death.

Five survivors managed to escape to Gaoxi Temple,

where they joined forces and became sworn brothers.

They swore to avenge and restore the Ming Dynasty.

The 5 people have come to know many heroes and fighters.

They gathered all heroes at Saffron Pavilion and started Hong Society.

It conducted heroic uprisings, but all failed.

Thousands of patriots valiantly died in battle.

The secret Hong Society continued to be passed on until now.

Presenting the alter!

Do you know that this is a forbidden place for the Hong Army?

It's highly guarded and not to be offended.

Violation of restriction will lead to merciless punishments!

I am the outpost of Ming Dynasty who ride by the Emperor.

I build bridges and roads.

I conquered all mountains and cities!

Who doesn't know Heavenly Blessed Hong?

-What are you doing here? -Greeting Heaven and Earth Society.

-What for? -To oppose Qing and restore Ming.

-How do you prove that? -I know the poem.

Back then, Qing people took our capital by force.

We shall restore our country to how it was and start the uprising.

-Do you love brother or money? -Brother.

-Do you love brother or money? -Brother.

-Brother. -Brother.

First vow, after joining Hong Society,

your parents are my parents;

-and your siblings are my siblings. -First vow

after joining Hong Society, your parents are my parents,

and your siblings are my siblings.

Your wife is my sister-in-law, and your relatives are my relatives.

Your wife is my sister-in-law, and your relatives are my relatives.

If I disobeyed this rule and this relationship...

If I disobeyed this rule and this relationship...

I've broken the vow and shall be punished.

I've broken the vow and shall be punished.

The second vow, If any parents or siblings die and cannot afford a burial

we shall contribute as much as possible

in monetary or other terms.

Those who pretend not to know...

...will be exterminated by five lightning!

"For heavenly blessed Hong,

"on the auspicious day of October 7th of Yiyou,

"we, nine people, kneeling down before Emperor Guan Yu,

"burning incense with a drop of blood, following the example of our ancestors,

"using grass as incense in front of Gaoxi Temple,

"and swearing to be sworn brothers.

"We nine leaders unite in fraternity

"in the name of Heaven, Earth,

"and the Mings."

"We nine brothers...

With one heart, and in honor, all united in life and in death.

Born apart, we will die together.

Since we have put up our names, we'll do our best to be loyal to Wo Society.

We became sworn brothers today,

and will be there for each other throughout our lives.

With loyalty and righteousness, we will make money together.

If there are any traitors

who cannot fulfill the vows, the gods are on top and the ghosts are on the side

to punish the person with swords and heavenly punishment.

There is clear retribution, witnessed by God and human.

...to share all good and bad times, and willing to die together...

The ritual is done!

With loyalty and righteousness, there's wealth and glory.

Without loyalty and righteousness,

the person will be like this lotus statue.

Guan Yu is here as witness.

From today, we nine brothers will fight outsiders together.

We can't have internal conflict,

and fight against each other.

If any outsiders fight any one of us,

we'll fight the outsider together, united as one.

We'll take down Tsim Sha Tsui.

I, Lok, shall be the first to fight.

I shall be the first to offer money.

Nothing will stop me.

I will scare the enemy away.

I shall fight on the front line.

May my brothers prosper!

May the gods protect us!

May the gods protect us!

Get in the car.

How refreshing, Big D.

This is a negotiation.

Where are your men?

You're wrong, Brother Dino.

We've been friends for so long.

You saved my life once.

I remember.

Why come on my turf?

Uncles' orders,

I couldn't refuse.

What is Lok up to?

He won't negotiate.

He refuses a 50/50 split.

I want him dead.

I hate him as much as you do, but what can I do?

He beat me at the election.

My hands are tied.

Let's take him down together.

But we took an oath together.

This is the modern age. You're too old-fashioned.

50/50 on protection money. Let's share.

Park further away. Wait till Lok shows up.

Okay.

Brother Lok? It's Big D.

I need to have a word.

Your men are trapped.

I called the cops.

You're too naive to be a gangster!

You're a disgrace!

Use your head!

Police! Freeze!

Damn!

Long Hair, clean up the place!

Move on! Move!

Go this way!

Damn!

The night view of Tsim Sha Tsui is really something!

It's as if I'm looking at piles of cash!

Makes me so happy!

I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for you!

I couldn't have done it alone.

You hypocrite! Let's make money together!

Thanks, Jimmy, you're a good kid.

After 20 years in the Triad,

your boss and I call ourselves "brothers" and "uncles,"

but we're nothing.

We're only good for gambling and drinking.

And now, look what I've become.

Jimmy, if you stay in the Triad,

make sure you get absolute power.

Otherwise, leave now.

Damn fish! Come and die!

Know the secret to fishing?

What?

Patience!

Damn.

We'll see who catches more.

Daddy has four fish. I caught two.

Auntie caught one.

Uncle has none.

What's up with my bait?

Goddamn fish are blind!

Don't curse in front of the kid!

Doesn't bother me.

These fish are blind!

I kept being woken up by the phone all night.

Hey,

heard what happened to Chairman?

Yes.

Danny, I need to go.

Be my lookout.

Heart attack.

Poor man. Out of the blue.

But Tung Society has two chairmen.

One can replace the other.

What are you trying to say?

I was thinking

it could have more than one chairman.

Most other Societies have two,

or even four.

In short,

when one's in trouble, another can lead.

Two chairmen also increase earnings.

We will become more powerful.

It is an old tradition.

It'd be hard to persuade the Uncles.

Let's persuade them together!

Another catch?

Support me.

Will you support me?

Sure.

Let's see Uncle Teng tomorrow!

Damn! Why can't catch a single fish? I'll use a bigger bait!

Failing that, I'll throw them a grenade!

Go to the car!

Let's go home.