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Back up a bit.

Parking?

It's alright. We're police.

Are all the cars' owners in the karaoke?

Yes. The white car belongs to an executive.

And this one?

This belongs to the actor in...

A big movie star anyway. What happened?

Nothing. Just asking.

Your wife's picking you up again?

Not this time. Had a fight.

Pretty big one too.

We're waiting to see who blinks first.

Mr. Wu, I'd like a picture.

No problem

1, 2, 3

Enough. Enough. Thanks.

Sorry about that.

We'll be here forever if you take pictures with all of them.

Please buy some flowers.

They're out.

Let me. Give him the flowers.

Now go home and do your homework.

For your wife? I knew you'd blink first.

- Why give them to me? - You paid! For your girlfriend.

My girlfriend?

30 RMB for two hours, sir.

Let me get it.

Excuse me, sir, can I ask you something?

- Is this car yours? - Yes.

We're from the City Police Bureau's Criminal Division.

This car was in a hit-and-run.

I hope you'll cooperate.

Can you show us your driving license?

That's impossible!

I hardly drive. I'm not used to driving on the right.

Did you drink?

No!

Is a Hong Kong driving license even legal here?

Of course. I completed all the paperwork.

- Can you show me your police ID? - Yes.

We've been tracking your car for several days.

Days? That makes no sense.

Isn't this under the jurisdiction of the traffic police?

Which section of the Police Bureau are you from again?

If you have questions,

ask them at the station.

It's clear, right?

But right now I need your cooperation, okay?

I don't understand your procedures.

Let me call 110.

You mean you're not willing to cooperate?

You think you deserve special treatment? Cuff him!

- What did you say? - Say what?

What are you doing? Freeze.

How can the police...

You're obstructing police business. Shut your mouth!

One more word and I'll arrest you. Understand?

How can the police...?

Take him away!

Don't move!

We're bringing him in. We can verify there.

You're not police.

You're kidnapping me.

Would you believe me if I denied it?

That's pretty much what happened.

Even if it went down differently,

my version is now the official one.

So you were impersonating a police officer?

Why not? Mr. Wu impersonated a cop too...

What movie was it?

It's not the same. Where are you keeping Mr. Wu?

No idea.

- You think this is funny? - Not especially.

Then stop talking nonsense!

Zhang, you're not as smart as you think.

- If you're so smart, find him yourself. - Cocky much?

Me? You are! Hurry up and beat me!

You think you're special. But we caught you, didn't we?

You deserve a beating for what you did!

Stop jabbering and beat me then!

Zhang, we know you're not some petty thief.

You're smart. Smart people do what's best for themselves.

First, tell me how you found me.

Chief, he keeps looking at the clock.

We're running out of time.

But Mr. Wu should still be alive.

He's still alive, right?

- Yep. - Alive or dead makes all the difference.

There's your opportunity. Think it through.

In these cases,

his partners will be waiting for him to contact them.

He never received any calls on his phone.

He only made calls. We switched it off.

They must have agreed on a deadline.

Since we're all here, let's get down to business.

You're accomplices will wait until when?

- 9 - AM or PM?

PM

There's 90 minutes left. What happens then?

We follow the rules.

What rules? Talk!

Execution.

That's not a rule!

I have my own rulebook

I do how I please

I decide who lives and dies.

Who do you think you are?

So you're going to keep fighting us?

For now you can only...

I have to consider

whether I still have any hope.

Your only hope is to make amends for your crimes.

Everything Zhang had with him is here.

They were on him or in his car.

Can I name one condition?

Go ahead.

If I help save Mr. Wu,

then you'll let me go.

You're not taking your situation seriously

I am. But this is what's on my mind.

We live together or die together

I thought you were smarter

I am. I was as good as dead when I was caught

I'm gonna die, right? I'm a dead man for sure.

The weapons alone add up to several death sentences.

There were three firearms in his car's trunk.

Two guns and a grenade on his person.

We found another gun at his girlfriend's place.

Kidnapping is too easy. He should secure the Diaoyu Islands!

Over 200 bullets of different calibers.

Check them out!

5 bullets in the clip

1 bullet in the gun.

No bullets in the revolver

9 bullets in the clip and 1 in the gun

29 bullets in the AK clip and 1 in the gun.

Frankly, you're one capable guy.

Where did you learn this stuff?

If I said from Hollywood movies, would you believe me?

Why not from the Black Cat Detective animation?

- I'm joking! - Enough!

The time you're wasting is your own. You get that?

The sooner the hostage is released, the better for you. Understand?

Zhang, we can't avoid the subject of Mr. Wu tonight.

Let's get back to him.

Did he fight back in the car after you kidnapped him?

You're a useless driver!

Am I your kidnapping target?

Mr. Wu, just blame it on bad luck.

How could we not kidnap a movie star right in front of us?

How long was the drive?

It was about...

Stop trying to trick me

I told you my conditions. Give it some thought.

Let's change the subject.

Your guns? Quite a collection!

Where did you get them? Fill me in.

He says he doesn't know your buddy.

But they know money.

I'm paying for the next batch too.

What's wrong?

- They don't want to sell to you. - Why?

They say you look like a cop.

Do I?

You are shit.

Stop provoking. Carry on!

What are they saying?

That we're both cops.

Explain that we're not cops.

How do you say "friend" in Russian?

He won't buy this many firearms just for a kidnapping.

Why did you secure so many weapons?

Can't I keep some secrets?

Thought I'd make history.

Too bad I missed my chance.

Your role in history will only be that of a rotting corpse! Understand?

Can you guess how we found you?

I was careless. The women...

Five women including the one today.

Can you handle so many?

So you know everything!

The dumplings they ordered.

Eat them while they're hot.

Thanks.

Dig in. We have more.

A movie star is too high profile a target.

So you regret it?

Even millionaires have cash flow problems.

We'd have abducted another ordinary guy if we'd known.

Another ordinary guy? What do you mean?

He has other operations going on

I told you. I kidnapped only one person. That's Mr. Wu.

Let's cut the chase

I'm telling nothing but the truth.

The truth?

We can't talk if you're not going to be straight.

Zhang, you've already lost.

There's no point in continuing to fight with us.

You still have some bargaining chips, don't you?

Don't look down. Look at me.

What are your bargaining chips?

- A person. - Better be still breathing.

If something happens to the captive, what are you left with?

Your words won't help you. Understand?

- Yes. - You have to see your situation clearly.

If your conditions are reasonable,

I'll help you.

You're a good talker. That's good

I get you.

One question. Is there a second hostage?

Yes.

Stop the car.

This car was in a hit-and-run.

Please cooperate!

When was he kidnapped?

Yesterday.

- Was the crime reported? - No.

We lucked out. We thought he was rich.

What's his name?

Didn't ask.

What did you say?

The car belongs to...

- Who? - A loaner.

- Loaner? - I borrowed it to drive home.

Borrowed? Who do you think you're kidding?

The owner is my sex partner. She's dating a rich guy.

She's dating a rich guy, but banging you? Ls that right?

Why don't you call her?

I don't have her phone number.

She's your sex partner but you don't know her number?

You threw my phone into the car. I don't remember the number.

Is he still alive?

They're together.

Get him some dumplings.

"AWAKEN YOUR CONSCIENCE; ENRICH YOUR SOUL"

Guo, some dumplings!

Zhang, you have time and you don't.

Tell me where the hostage is when you're done eating.

No more blathering or you go straight to jail.

Eat them while they're hot. Use your hands.

Zhang, we have to resolve this today.

Which of us is going to make that happen?

Eat them. They're getting cold.

Deputy, your wife keeps calling; She says that your son...

Okay. I've got it.

He's about to crack.

He will resist to the very end.

Zoom in.

What is he mumbling. Turn up the volume.

How did you find me?

Sit up. We're there.

Get off. You should know when to be quiet.

Any progress with the other guy?

Lots of tears but no dice.

How's your luck?

Look at him. Recognize him?

The movie guy? I know him only too well.

How come you kidnapped him?

We just targeted that car, and he stepped out.

Who better than him?

Mind your steps.

- Was it easy? - A piece of cake.

This one won't disappoint.

That's for sure. Big game this time.

A movie guy. Loaded for sure.

Enough. Be sensitive to other's feelings.

It's pretty simple. We value money more than life.

A big star like you should walk around with a bodyguard

I do sometimes.

Do you think your friend called the cops?

I made the call to check they were real cops?

- Are you Mr. Cheng? - Yes, I am.

This is Deputy Cao.

Hello, Deputy.

Tell us what happened

I was scared so I kept as far back as possible

I saw everything

I need the money within 24 hours.

In case I don't get it,

let me show you the consequences.

Come on. Let me introduce you to a big star.

Recognize him?

Yes

I kidnapped him just yesterday.

What's your name?

My family name's Dou.

Dough!

Are you as half-baked as your name?

I don't have patience with dishonest guys.

Did I get my money? Did I?

- I asked you again if I got the money! - No.

No? Right. Now I've got to do what I've got to.

What time is it now?

Have 24 hours passed?

You tell me what else I should do

I really don't have any money!

What are you doing?

Let me show you. Step back.

Stop! You can't do that.

Wait? I can't do what?

You're not used to situations like this, right?

Take him out of here and suffocate him.

Stop! Please listen to me!

Stop? What do you mean stop?

You said you value money over life, didn't you?

I did

I'll pay his ransom.

Pretty generous.

Real generous. What are we supposed to do now?

Stop. Please. Can't you stop?

This is the punishment for not paying up within 24 hours.

You can't do that.

Stop!

He said stop!

You're so worked up. So worked up.

What's your connection to him?

No connection.

But now we have a connection

I have my conditions. You take my money.

He leaves with me.

Thank you.

It's okay.

Go take a look.

Right. It's the car in the middle.

It turns north under Changhong Bridge.

- Show me the next intersection. - We can't.

- How come? Why not? - The cameras

were being repaired.

- Are you sure? - Positive.

It's Zhang, right.

Cao.

- Chief Li. - It's Zhang.

That's right

I knew it.

I'll bring Xing Feng and the others here.

Why did you go to the club?

I'm investing in a movie.

He's the lead. We'd signed the contract

and wanted to celebrate.

Anything out of the ordinary about him today?

He had a fight with his wife.

A fight?

Does he have any relatives in Beijing?

No. I know for sure he doesn't

I'm uncomfortable. Can you cuff my hands in front of me?

Him too.

Mr. Wu, are you married?

No.

Is it true that Hong Kong stars

don't want to get married early?

Fans won't accept it?

Just can't settle on one chick.

There's a lot of big shots on your phone.

Big movie stars.

She's my dream woman.

An autograph from her would rock.

Tell me. How much money do you want?

How much do you have?

There's 100,000 on that card. You can overdraw some more.

And?

There's another card at my home with 3 million on it.

RMB?

Yes.

Are you kidding me?

Ask him. How much I wanted for your life?

5 million.

You're cheaper than him?

I know you expect a lot but you must be realistic.

Do you think I'd lie in a situation like this?

When did you become famous? It was a long time ago

I've been watching your films for years.

Only 3 million? You think I can believe that?

It's payment for my next movie.

My savings are in Hong Kong.

Have your family wire cash from Hong Kong, can't you?

I'm not saying no. Just thinking what's best for you.

It's not easy to wire money from Hong Kong.

It will take a lot of time.

Withdrawing cash is more practical.

He rented a fancy apartment. I went there once.

Take me there.

Can you fire a gun?

Never tried a real one. The guns in movies are fake.

Let me introduce to you...

a replica of a Soviet pistol from WW2.

You showed us your face for two possible reasons.

Either you never expected us to leave here alive,

or you're a man with incredible confidence

I hope it's the second one

I also hope you get the money soon so we can leave safely.

Can you promise the 3 million won't cause me any problems?

Can you promise to set us free once you get the money?

If I let you go.

You won't tell the cops?

You have my word.

You're fine letting go of so much money?

I accept it. I can make the money again.

But I only have one life.

Where do you live?

- This looks like the place. - Are you sure?

It's hard to tell.

He drove me here after I paid him.

But it was daytime.

At night, it's hard to recognize it.

One King.

Mr. Wu, I'm your fan. I really love your movies

I looked you up online. You got married?

- What's that? - Coke

I can't drink it.

It'll kill me. I have acute diabetes.

Can I drink from the tap?

No tap water. Only water from the well.

For me too.

Go get water from the well.

Don't peek at my cards.

Water from the well.

Just go and get some.

Would you please wash the cup first?

Who'd drink water from the well on a cold day like this?

How are you? Are you okay?

I'm used to it.

How long have you had diabetes?

He lied. I wouldn't drink just any water either. Right, Mr. Wu?

My mother is a big fan too.

She loves your films.

Who doesn't!

Here. Iced water from the well for you both

I hope you don't get diarrhea.

We've been driving in circles. Sorry about that

I'm sure his apartment is in this neighborhood.

The one on the left. That seems right.

- This one? - Somehow it looks different now

I have many friends in the media.

Should we release something?

Right now, it's not a good time to alert the public.

You risk putting the hostages in greater danger.

Cao, it's Xing Feng

I checked Mr. Wu's car GPS records.

His place isn't far from you.

CURRENT BALANCE: 3 million RMB.

Press #1 to continue your inquiry.

- Could you win one single game? - Whatever,

I won't cheat.

Got it.

Boss wants us to tie them up with more chains.

- With all the chains? - Right.

An outgoing call was made 10 minutes ago.

What number?

The bank's customer service line.

Can we get a surveillance video?

- Can you make out the license plate? - It's obstructed.

Chief.

What's the update?

We came up empty at the victim's home.

The suspect's car is our main clue.

We're searching for it.

It's the same pattern.

We can investigate with the Kong Bros' case.

Your old rivals?

We had two run-ins.

Sit down please. Go ahead.

The suspect Zhang was released one year ago.

His accomplices are other inmates.

This gang committed two crimes back-to-back.

You're Second Brother Kong right? We're cops.

We need your cooperation for our investigation. Okay?

Can't you just cooperate?

Okay. It's your call.

Big Brother Kong, I understand your concerns.

But we can't rush this. We have to take it slowly.

Can you guarantee my brother's release?

That he'll return alive?

We have to work together.

How? You're not giving me much confidence.

Don't you see? They just want money.

But money is nothing to me.

He wants one million right? Then I'll give him two.

You guys should back off now.

Zhang had the victim's brother

put the ransom in a canvas bag.

But during the exchange, the brother wasn't cooperating with us.

The guy's driving fast

I think they've spotted us; They're trying to get away.

Have the others left your car?

Where are you?

On the bridge,

stop when you see a bicycle parked on your right.

Drop the money from there.

Chao, get out there and slow him down

Kong. Don't!

Who said you could follow me? Are you crazy?

Don't act rashly.

To protect the hostage, we couldn't shoot at him.

Road blocks didn't stop him either.

The escape route seems carefully planned

Kong. I got the money. Thanks.

But I've something to tell you.

Your younger brother was too arrogant.

After kidnapping him, I didn't want to keep him alive.

How about this. For another million,

I'll tell you where he's buried.

Yu, someone's looking for you in the office

I'll tell you where he's buried.

This is Zhang.

Hello, Mr. Wu.

Dou, let me tell you something.

- I couldn't find your bank card! - Impossible!

Tell me where it is!

Where is it? Not in your room!

Think harder. Under your bed?

Or did you leave it at your girlfriend's place?

- No! - Anyway, I couldn't find it!

Impossible!

You'd better remember!

It's where I said.

Are you sure? Is there any other money?

No!

You're a good actor.

It's a shame you didn't become an actor yourself.

Were you a soldier?

Yes

I was a soldier in South China before I moved to Hong Kong.

But you said you never fired a gun

I was trying to protect myself.

Protect yourself?

How am I supposed to trust you?

Is the money on the card the amount I said?

I haven't checked yet.

Let's make a video.

- Come on. Say something. - Say what?

Say you're fine. That you're eating and drinking

I'll keep the chains out of the shot. Action!

It's me.

Why is it flashing?

Flashing?

Isn't it recording?

- It is. I'm filming it. - You can rewind it

to check.

No. That's fast forward.

No. Let me take a look. I know how to do it.

This one...

- What is it? - What did you do?

What do you mean?

You think you can stop me.

I'll just record you with my phone!

What's that for? Didn't you promise

to free us once you're paid?!

What are you filming for? What's your plan?

- What are you going to do with the video? - Shut up!

What are you doing? You have more people and more guns.

But I'm not afraid of you. You think you're tough?

Put the gun down if you really are.

- Shut up! - We're all men here.

We're supposed to honor our words

I'm not judging you on your line of work.

But integrity means something to you too, doesn't it?

Otherwise, would your men respect you? Would they?

I promised to pay.

But I can't respect you when you play dirty.

What should I call you?

Call me Zhang.

Zhang. The bank's opening soon. Who's going to get the money?

Pick a reliable friend

and have him pick it up

I can't do that to a friend.

You can rest assured that I'm a man that plays by the rules.

Zhang plays by no rules. There's nothing he won't do

Kong, we're the police.

Stay where you are. We're the police.

There's a case that may involve you.

They're not cops! Call the police!

Quickly, call the cops!

Can't you cooperate?

Licence plate ♪507.

By chance I was working with Cao nearby

so we went together.

We didn't catch up with them until we'd almost left the city.

Police! Freeze!

Freeze!

Cao, what's your status?

We're giving chase. On the outskirts of the city.

- Faster! - Shut up!

Watch out for the grenade!

After Zhang escaped, the gang broke up.

They went into hiding.

We were able to track down some of them.

It was... who asked me to get Kong?

Who?

My brother.

Police! Freeze!

Settle down!

Come with me.

It was Dong who asked me to get Kong.

- Where's Zhang? - I don't know.

- You'd better start cooperating. - I really don't know. I only know Dong.

Dong used to be a key figure in the gang.

We've been looking for him since he split from Zhang.

Wu?

I know it's late, but I need to ask a favor.

Alright. Just say it

I've been kidnapped.

Where are you?

Far away.

How far away? In the city, in the suburbs, or where?

Tell me!

Don't ask...

My kidnapper will call you.

Please withdraw my money and give it to him.

Make sure I'm still alive before you give him the money.

And don't...

Call the police.

And don't what? Call the police?

What did you mean?

It means what it means.

Just relax, okay?

He called. Can you come over right now?

Mr. Wu called you because he trusts you.

Don't betray that trust.

Okay?

I'll call the bank when it opens.

Otherwise, you can't withdraw so much money.

The car Zhang's driving was reported stolen

I checked the surveillance.

It points to Bo

I just sent Shengli to the bank.

Now we know the place pretty well.

Let's work out a plan.

Just hours ago I was negotiating with a big investor.

He agreed to pay me 10 million

to shoot a film during New Year.

And now someone asked a fraction of that

for my life!

All for the sake of money!

Rich or poor, we're chained together here.

This is the first time

I've shared a blanket with a man.

Not for me.

My brother and I shared a bed when we were little

I knew my life was finished when I ended up here.

Everything will be okay. Just pretend I'm your brother.

Never mind. Let's share it.

Zhang, it's too cold!

That's all. Now that you're here, we're taking off.

Mr. Su,

if you're concerned about your own safety

we can take your place when meeting the kidnappers.

Wu and I go way back. We were in the army together.

He came to me at a time like this. It means he trusts me.

They'll contact you again.

We'll be here, waiting with you.

Can't you tough it out?

Maybe you'll be out of here by tomorrow.

Grab some sleep.

Do you go home for the New Year?

Go home? I don't think I can go home.

In our line of work, we can't go home when we want to.

Now that you mention home

I really miss my mother.

Don't you have a code in your line of work?

Yes, money rules.

Kidnapping is for money. You don't have to kill people.

In the old days, the legendary bandits...

In the old days! That's too long ago.

Don't mention ancient history.

Then we'll talk about the present.

There's someone in Hong Kong

just like you...

I know who you're talking about.

To me he's nothing.

At least he follows his rules.

Are you afraid I'll change my mind when I get my hands on the money?

I have no choice but to place my trust in you.

Actually, you've earned my respect, Mr. Wu

I mean it. The people I kidnap are usually weak.

Some had no humanity left at the end. But you...

Maybe it's because I was in the army.

Our son leaves hospital today. You promised to stay with him.

Did you sleep well?

- Okay. - Let's return to work.

After leaving Wu's place, Zhang drove northeast out of the city.

Kung Hey Fat Choy! How old were you then?

Maybe 39.

You never age.

Thanks.

Everyone's lot in life is different.

Some are born high, some are born low.

One shouldn't complain,

sometimes we make our own problems

I don't mean you. I've my own issues. I'm getting selfish and...

Can you tell me what my problems are?

You don't have any problems.

- Right. - You really think so?

Of course. I was in jail for nine years.

It felt like forever. But I eventually got out.

After nine years, can't you find something real to do?

Something real? You tell me what something real is?

- Like finding yourself a job. - Working for somebody?

- Why not? - 9 to 5? Or maybe become an actor?

First, I have no money.

Second, I have no big shot to back me up.

Third, I have no connections. You tell me what I should do.

Okay, okay. So kidnapping it is then.

Kidnapping is better isn't it?

Kidnapping is better.

Kidnapping isn't the goal.

What is the goal then?

- Are we getting out? - Not your business!

Stay still!

Take it's easy. It's daytime. Just covering your eyes.

Everything's okay. Please work with us, Mr. Wu.

Mr. Su, please put this on.

This is the largest vest we have

I know the risks. Death doesn't scare me.

Besides, do you really think it will fit?

It's still a bit too small.

- Good morning. - It's Mr. Wu.

What can I do for you?

I need money for an emergency.

They're on the move.

Can you help me make the withdrawal?

- How much? - 3 million.

Hello, Mr. Wu.

Mr. Lu, do me a favor.

The maximum you can withdraw today is 1 million

- 1 million? - They drove northeast.

They should be in Shunyi by now.

We can file a special request for the rest.

You'll get it tomorrow.

Alright.

Okay. That's all then.

Are you coming in person?

No, a friend will

I need to take a leak.

Hold it. We'll be home soon

I can't wait. I can't hold it anymore.

Just hold it

I can't. And my pants will get wet and freeze up.

Pull over.

Our big star can't hold it anymore.

Thanks.

What are you doing?

What's this?

A pillar.

Please turn around. I can't do it with you watching.

How do you know we're watching?

I can feel it.

Zhang, how are you going to spend the money?

Guns.

Guns? You already have guns, don't you?

Not enough.

Okay. I'm finished.

Don't make this any harder.

If you try anything,

I'll kill the driver too.

Su, wait for me at the bank.

Okay.

You know which branch?

Yes. Oh, is Mr. Wu with you?

You can talk to him.

Su?

I'm fine.

Did you hear that?

I'd like to talk to him.

Cut the nonsense, okay?

Nonsense? I'm cooperating.

But I need to know he's safe.

So the oops are next to you? That's why you sound tough.

What cops? Stop wasting my time.

Su, 10 am. See you at the bank.

He was still playing with toys when I was on the battlefield.

What's the color of the car?

Silver grey. They didn't look like good guys to me.

Mr. Wu, do you really want to know why I need more guns?

Tell me if you want to

I met somebody in jail.

He was security for a bank vault.

He and I really hit it off.

He enlightened me on a way to get rich quick.

All I need is three minutes before the cops arrive.

Kidnapping is nothing. It's just for amateurs.

But you two have to keep my secret for me.

Zhang, I have a small request!

I'd like an apple. "Apple" rhymes with "safe" in Chinese.

This area is covered in apple trees,

but there's no time.

If you don't hear from me by 9pm,

then I'm in trouble.

Is it the tractor whose driver filed the report?

It is. It's verified

I'll send somebody to the suburbs.

Okay, I'll send Chao to check it out.

We're setting up roadblocks now. We'll let him through.

The suspect said 10 am.

The hostage might not be with him.

We'll arrest him as soon as he appears.

Snipers, if he goes for his gun,

incapacitate him.

We want him alive

Roger

52 RMB

Keep the change.

Thanks. Here's your receipt

I want to know how this plays out for him.

Get to the lobby of Shangdong Mall in 15 minutes.

Brother Wu, why did he tell us about the vault?

Don't you think we know too much?

It's just some madcap idea.

A fantasy that stands no chance.

You mean he's bragging?

Mr. Wu, look here!

Somebody online claims you were arrested.

What did they write?

That your acting career is coming to an end.

Someone says it's for visiting hookers!

Another one writes you're involved with gangsters!

Honestly, it'd be nice if I really had been arrested

I'm here. Where are you?

Go to the pine tree in the middle of the atrium

I left something there for you.

Don't be afraid. It's just an envelope.

Zhang may not be here.

Our target isn't there. He's on the Fourth Ring Road.

- There's nothing here. - I'm mistaken.

It's under the trash can.

What are you thinking about?

MR. SU

Bring up the south gate's surveillance footage.

From 10 am.

Zoom in.

Drive in the direction the suspect came from.

See if you can find any recently rented houses.

Located the taxi.

There's no surveillance camera where he got off.

He was seen uncovering

his license plate.

So he's going into the city.

A dozen houses are for rent.

Including the small courtyard of an orchard.

Don't give away any clue to why we're asking

I'm exhausted.

Just because you wanted an apple, I had to run a whole kilometer.

Couldn't you drive?

Zhang said not to drive during the day.

They're clean. No need to wash them.

Go ahead. Zhang asked us to get them for you.

Don't worry. When you leave, we'll give you a good send off.

One million.

No word for a long time.

Is Mr. Wu in danger?

Don't worry, Mr. Su. They probably want delivery at night.

- Got the money? - Yes.

What denomination?

100 RMB notes. There's no 500 RMB notes

I'll call you back this evening.

He's on the Third Ring Road. He's pretty close.

Scouting during the day, taking action at night. The same trick again.

Put more people on the streets to find his car.

Get up! We're the police. Sit up!

What's your name?

Stop!

Behave yourself!

Squat!

All I did was get two cars for Dong.

I don't know anything.

Doesn't Dong have a mobile phone?

Sometimes yes, sometime no.

Don't play tricks. Why'd you ask about tickets the past two days?

Dong showed up.

Looks like he's trying to run.

Get some help! Let's go!

Stop pushing!

Dong!

Stop! Police!

Freeze!

Where is Zhang?

I don't know. I really don't.

Behave yourself!

But I got to tell you

he has a grenade on him all the time.

He's ready to die with you guys.

Shoot to kill if you see him.

Shut up!

Dong wants Zhang dead,

so there's no witnesses left.

Zhang told him

he rented a farmhouse in the suburbs.

Next to an orchard.

Orchard? What kind of orchard?

He doesn't know.

Get more people. We need more manpower.

The main team looks for his car in the city; The rest locate the courtyard.

There's no word for a long time. Why not give him a call?

He changes his SIM card with every call.

Nobody knows his number.

You seem to know a lot.

Of course, he's played a cop so many times.

Have you seen my movies?

I have.

What do you think of my acting?

I'd say it's just okay.

You should take kidnapping roles more often.

That'd be great. I could use you as a model.

Do you think I can become a star someday?

Maybe.

Search within a 3km radius of the target's last known position.

No progress yet. No sighting of the target

I'm still looking. Nothing yet.

No sightings around his mother's home.

- No sightings from Team ♪6 - Team ♪9 has nothing to report.

Team ♪3 is still searching. No sightings.

Where's he?

He's inside our target area.

We'll find him

I've checked a dozen courtyards.

Do I need to cruise the streets?

Stick with the courtyards.

Enough people are on the streets.

Okay.

Have you eaten yet?

Not yet.

Got it! Coming!

Control, we've found the suspect's car.

Is anybody inside?

No. We found it by chance

we can't pinpoint the building.

Okay. Continue the search. Our men will be there soon.

Yes or no?

Wait. Let me think.

Yes or no?

Cang, will you still gamble when you get your share?

I can't help myself.

Which one should I keep?

I don't play. I don't know the odds.

Go with your gut.

This one.

Two kings!

A bomb! A flush and two tens.

What the hell?

What? A bomb? How am I supposed to know what a bomb is?

You don't know what a bomb is?

Didn't you act in "God of Gamblers"? You've ruined me.

Does that even make sense?

I also play cops. I should have arrested you.

Shuffle them!

Chao, where are you?

Okay. Hurry up!

The shot you took at Dong today was right on target

I thought you'd forgotten. You owe me a dinner.

Thank you.

So what's the situation here?

Zhang must come out to collect the ransom.

There's only one exit

so we can ambush him right here.

We'll take him the moment he steps out.

The area is a big chaotic and it's too crowded.

Zhang has guns and even a grenade.

Chief Li.

As you're there, you know the situation better.

If the public will be put in danger,

don't tackle him there.

It's not suitable for the operation.

Can you leave it somewhere else?

What?

Give it to me!

Let go!

Darn it!

Are you coming back?

Yes.

But when?

Soon, a day, or in two weeks?

Don't play with guns.

Listen to me. If I die,

have the baby for my mother's sake.

If you die, I'm not keeping the child

I'm not kidding!

He's out.

He's got into the car.

Someone looked out of a window above. Seemed to be a woman.

The car's moving. I'm following. Those outside, stay alert.

- I'm so sorry. - Get away!

Don't let him get away.

Don't worry. We'll take him today.

He's deliberately circling. Xing Feng, back off a bit.

Okay. I'll drive straight ahead. Guo, take over.

Okay.

Don't tell me where to go yet.

I have to see Mr. Wu.

He's in my car. We'll make the exchange.

Two more blocks and his tire's gonna be flat.

Chao, wait for him at the next intersection.

No problem.

We're keeping him on the phone. He hasn't given a location yet.

Why are you going around in circles,

it's making me dizzy.

Why am I doing all this? Of course, for my friend.

Guo, you take a right ahead. I'll stay on his tail

I'm back to base. I'll wait at the garage.

We scouted this location.

When you turn right, you'll see the garage.

The money's right here.

Let me speak to my friend

I drugged him. He's sleeping.

You drugged him? Then I'll wait until he wakes up.

How about this...

You alert him.

Buddy, you've got a flat tire!

Stop playing or I'll kill him. I mean it.

Your tire is flat.

It's Zhang. Everyone, get into position.

It's dangerous. Tell everyone to be careful.

Why are you parking there? Do you think you own the road?

What an attitude!

- He's out of his car. - Sir, can I help you?

My tire. Have a look at it.

His hands are in his pockets.

- Let me get my tools. - Looks like a punctured tire. See!

Chief. It's a good opportunity. Shall we take him now?

Xing Feng, take him!

Xing Feng, he's carrying a gun and a grenade.

- Don't let him get away. - No worries.

"Your son is still waiting."

"Call him when you have a moment."

Cao, should something happen to me...

Cut it out. Focus on bringing him in.

Everyone, follow the plan!

I'll grab his arms. Others hold him down.

Cao will handle the grenade.

Who's that woman?! I'm talking to you!

A workmate!

Why didn't you pick up my call?

What's her name?

Police! Freeze!

Let go!

He took out the safety pin!

Okay, we've got him! Mission accomplished!

He had two guns and a grenade on him.

Bring him over now.

Go! Get inside!

- Which room? - The one at the end.

Mind your step!

Here!

Stand straight! Against the wall!

- Stand straight! - Can you talk?

Yes.

Do you know why we arrested you?

- What specifically are you talking about? - Let's begin with the last one.

What the last one to you?

You don't want to cooperate?

I do. But tell me who you're talking about.

Give me a name so I know how much you know.

- Wu! - Wu what?

The movie actor. Need I say more?

So you do know!

Is this just a game to you?

Do you know this guy'?

- No. - He's our chief.

How'd you get to know Mr. Wu?

Who? I didn't know him.

- So it's not for revenge? - No. Not at all.

Did you target him?

I thought he was Chow Yun-fat!

Where did you take him?

Listen up!

If you ask me that,

of course I can't tell you!

I also hope nothing will happen to Mr. Wu.

How about I call my men to evacuate first.

And then I'll take you there. How's that?

- Evacuate where? - Run away.

Run away to where?

Wherever. That isn't my concern anymore.

You think you can flee this world. What a joke!

Can you loosen my handcuffs?

- In your dreams! - Spit it out!

How do you expect me to cooperate when you're so stubborn.

Let me talk to the one who arrested me. Understand?

Hello. It's the apartment management.

We need to check a water leak,

please open UP.

There's no leak here. Check other apartments.

Don't move! Squat down and place your hands on your head!

Come back quickly, okay!

Chief Zhang, her name is Chen. We didn't know about her.

She could be someone he just met.

She's not well.

Liu Yun took her to the hospital.

Zhang, what's it going to be?

You want to try your luck one last time, right?

I underestimated you.

I really mistook you for a migrant worker.

Get to it. Say what you need to say.

Can you get to the point?

I didn't expect you to be a better actor than me.

Zhang, if you want a one-on-one conversation,

then stop wasting time. Where's the hostage?

Can I start from the beginning?

Go ahead.

Cang, the noodles are ready. They'll warm you up.

Are you nuts?! Why didn't you just yell out?

Have some noodles first.

Zhang asked us to keep our voices down.

Why are you afraid to answer the phone?

Were the dumplings good?

- Just so-so. - Not as good as home-cooked ones?

Nothing compares to my mom's dumplings.

Thought things through? Ready to talk?

I'm getting there.

If you keep dawdling,

your buddies will get anxious.

Don't worry about them. I'm the boss. I call the shots.

Can you stop talking about being the big boss?

Why?

You get 3 million.

But Dong only 100,000. What were you thinking?

- Who told you that? - Dong did!

I have my own rules when it comes to dividing money.

You give money to your girlfriend

but not your buddies?

You call them rules. I call it dishonorable.

What's dishonorable about it?

It's my money and my rules.

Tell me how you divide the money.

However I well please!

I've gotta keep some for myself, right?

What for?

To buy guns and pay the rent!

- Why rent? - To keep hostages!

- To ransom? - Sure!

- And release them after payment? - Should I? I have to kill them.

- And bury them? - Bury them.

And plant a peach tree on top? Or it plum or apricot trees?

An apple tree!

But any tree will do.

Are there apple trees on any of the grounds under your watch?

Have you thought what to do if Zhang is arrested?

Why hasn't he called yet?

Stop it. I'm the boss when he's not here

I played a cop in a movie once. There's a line:

"The minimum sentence for kidnapping is 10 years."

Were you playing a Hong Kong cop or a Mainland cop?

A mainland cop!

Mr. Wu, you're a good guy.

Actually, they don't watch your movies much,

but I do.

And I've always thought you really great.

Thank you. Go on

I can't seem to think straight.

Go on.

No. I can't.

Playing for time?

It won't change the outcome.

Zhang wants to see his girlfriend.

Which one?

The woman in the apartment today.

He said she's pregnant and it's his last chance to tell her something.

It's just an excuse.

He's plotting something.

Whatever his plan, let's say yes.

Does he think his girlfriend is still at home?

We told him nothing. Did we find anything in her apartment?

A gun.

It's better in the hospital then.

Do we have enough time?

The hospital isn't far.

Get everything there locked down.

We're not leaving them alone together anyway.

Okay, then. Let's do it.

It's as much our opportunity as his.

You guys have guts! If you didn't act fast,

we'd all be dead.

The way I see it though, you were too slow.

It was a close call. You should have just shot me dead.

Wishing you were dead? That's no fun.

I wanted to chat with you myself.

You're a great guy. Did you break a bone when you fell?

My back is fine. I can take a fall like that

I should say something.

There's no harm in being optimistic...

But...

Go on...

You're not going to act in any more movies.

What?! What did you say?

Honestly, whether we get the money or not,

you're not leaving alive.

Zhang always wanted it that way.

There's nothing I can do.

All I can do is say I'm sorry.

Eat up!

Don't cry!

You can't cry!

Listen to him! Crying's useless.

You beat us, take our money and think you can just say sorry!

Help!

You guys don't play fair!

Enough!

Okay. Stop hollering!

It's useless to cry out. Stop it!

Are you sure? I thought Zhang was a man of honor.

Man of honor? He's a lunatic!

He treats me like shit. Why should he treat you any better.

Just accept your fate.

Double check the locks.

Leave nobody alive. It's not like you're our first.

Bury him alive.

When I kidnapped him, I didn't want to keep him alive.

How about this? For another million

I'll tell you where he's buried.

Thank you, doctor.

Did you hear that? You're okay.

You're to meet your boyfriend in a little while.

What's happening to him?

Let's cooperate. We won't be hard on you

I don't get why you want to see her and not your mother.

What can I say to my mother? That I'm going to be executed?

If I die, the person who'll take it hardest is her.

So you regret your actions?

I only regret not killing her

the day I got out of prison.

- What are you saying? - If I did,

she'd not feel pain when I die

I'd have no more attachments.

This isn't the way to my girl's place.

We took her to the hospital.

Why the hospital?

She wasn't well.

Your girlfriend is coming downstairs. You'll wait for her here.

Can't we go up to see her?

Is this up to you?

Not up to me. But what's the difference

between here and up there?

There she is! Right? You can talk right here.

Can't we talk alone.

- Do you really expect that? - Can't we have a little privacy?

What would you say out of earshot, Zhang.

- Nothing! - She's here.

What are you waiting for?

Wei...

This may be our last time together. Why don't you hug me?

What's going on?

Why?

Can't you see what's happening?

- But why? - It's our last time together.

Give me a kiss.

Break them up!

- What are you doing? - Tell me your surname.

Tell me your family name please!

- I'm dead already. - Don't listen to him.

Don't lie to me!

Get inside. It's cold out here

I'm a dead man.

What's hidden there?

Take a guess.

Zhang, you're disgusting!

Take off his pants in the car. See what he hid

I'll do it.

A key for handcuffs in his pants.

Zhang, we've done our best for you, haven't we?

- You guys are amazing! - What other tricks do you have?

Just tell us now!

Is it okay if I don't? I changed my mind.

Get up!

Okay. We've got it!

We'll take you there.

This is the last meal for both of you.

Dig in so you'll have a full stomach when you're on your way.

What kind of dumplings?

Pork

I don't eat meat. I'm a vegetarian.

Nobody told us. We didn't prepare anything veggie.

Lift it up again. I want to see the fireworks too.

By 9pm, whether Zhang calls or not,

you'll be on your way.

Stop. I'll be by your side until the very end.

Brother Wu, aren't you scared?

I am. But because you're here I have to act brave.

Your just being alive gives me hope, you know?

That sports car belongs to my girlfriend, my real girlfriend.

But if I'd asked her to send money,

I'd have put her in danger

I want to deal with this alone.

She might not even know I'm in trouble.

You acted like a real man.

There's no hope for us now.

We can hope the last mile of our journey

won't be too rough.

Have you watched my comedies?

Let me act one out for you?

Have you been to my concerts?

I tried but couldn't get a ticket to your last one.

Your graves are ready.

Zhang said we'll plant an apple tree afterwards.

Mr. Wu, apples are your favorite, aren't they?

"Applause comes in the midst of cheers."

"And a smile takes the place of tears."

"Curtains up, a happy face is revealed."

"He keeps his loneliness concealed."

"Sweat and tears."

"He's endured them for years, to stand here."

"Be it for shame or for glory,."

"Who else knew what he had to pay."

"A clown, just a clown."

"He masked his sorrow with a smile,"

"just for you."

Make a left turn ahead. The highway would be faster.

Keep going straight. The third left turn is a shortcut.

You actually know where it is.

Zhang, you asked them to wait until 9pm, right?

But there's guy who might disobey my instructions

I was going to kill him

as soon as I got hold of the ransom.

Aren't you afraid Zhang won't return with the money?

I don't mind telling you, that if he did come back,

he'd want to kill me before dividing up the ransom.

Cang, you worry too much!

Or maybe I'll kill him first.

Your slaughtering each other will be a sight.

It's a pity I can't witness it.

Let's clean out and get ready to leave.

It's not yet 9pm. Zhang said 9pm.

So it's whenever he says?

He's the boss. Who else shall we listen to?

So what I say means nothing?

Stop it! It's only a few minutes difference.

Does this place look familiar?

Tell me how many people are there?

Chief, your call is really timely.

How did you identify the place?

The tractor driver gave us the area.

Dong's confession narrowed it down.

But something Zhang said was the key.

We checked out three apple orchards.

We then locked onto this one halfway up a hill.

This resort is 300 meters

from our target.

Everything points to this location,

but we don't know what to expect inside.

Just now Zhang confessed there are three men inside

with five guns.

The two hostages are being kept on the building's east side.

He has no more bargaining chips, so he should be telling the truth.

Let me go in first.

No, I'll go first.

Okay. Don't fight over it. Both of you play it by ear

I want to say something. Please hear me out.

Is it really worth it?

You're a kidnapper. The penalty for kidnapping is ten years.

But if you kill us, then you're a murderer.

You'll get the death penalty. Is it worth it?

Say you kill us, but then get shot by the police?

Or by Zhang? Is it worth it?

I have a better plan.

You set us free. Zhang gets his one million.

Tomorrow, I'll get the other two million for you. I promise.

That works out best for everyone.

- Turn off your walkie-talkies. - The hostage's safety is our priority.

Shoot to kill if a suspect raises a gun.

Be careful, everyone.

We'll go through the woods. The trees will cover us.

The suspect wants to talk to whoever is going in first

I just want to remind you of something.

My buddies' guns are loaded.

The first one to enter dies first.

A straight shot to the head.

Got it.

Thanks.

Remember what you said. We're going to get him alive.

Hurry up!

Fatty?

What are you doing?

Hurry up! Ignore him!

- Hurry! - He still has two million.

Don't hit him!

Stop! Can everyone just stop?

It's only death.

Cang, what are you doing?

Sparing us some trouble later.

- It's not time yet. - Don't give me that shit.

Zhang said 9pm. It's not time yet.

Put the gun down!

Put it down!

Hurry up! Stop stalling!

At the same time.

Just accept it. This is your fate.

You haven't said a word since your rescue.

Why?

You must have gone through similar experiences

as an actor.

Movies are make-believe. This is real.

It really happened.

Thank you very much.

Thank you.

The flowers are for your wife. No more fighting, please!

No worries. I'll bury the hatchet.

Brother Wu

this is my girlfriend.

Thank you. Thank you so much. Thank you.

A new day begins.

Who knows what awaits us.

Son, you're up early?

Sorry, I've been so busy.

Now for the news.

Last night, Beijing police broke up a kidnapping gang.

Five suspects were arrested and two hostages rescued.

One hostage is said to be a movie star surnamed Wu.

We'll stay on top of the news as it develops.

The People's Court of Beijing

has made final judgment on Case ♪223.

Zhang Hua and two of his accomplices are sentenced to death...

for murder, kidnapping and the illegal purchase, sale and possession of...

firearms and ammunitions.

Two others are sentenced to life in prison and a fixed term respectively.

Don't get too excited.

Mum, I've settled down. No more trouble-making.

Son, I feel so guilty for not raising you right.

No worries. Take care of yourself when I'm gone.

Don't act the same in your next life

I wasn't one in this life, but I'll be a filial son in the next.

My son!

Take this as my kowtowing to you!

My son!

I told him he didn't have to come,

but he insisted

I don't know why, but I really wanted to see you one last time.

Our last opportunity for a little chat.

Yes.

But what to talk about? You want to give me a lecture?

Or let off some steam?

There's a lot I wanted to say,

but now that I'm here I don't know where to begin.

People's lot in life can be so different.

Your lot in life is really good.

Yes. My lot in life is good

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