Original subtitles

Beware of Fire, beware of robbers!

What's wrong?

I feel someone's back there.

What?

Run.

Where are you, Fourth Master?

Let's see.

So it's you, Miss Xiu.

Sorry, Brother An.

Ah Xiu, what happened?

Are you all right?

Yes, yes!

Yes? Let's go then.

Let's go.

You think you have such charm

and eagerly ogle at Miss Xiu.

I'll tell your wife when I get back.

So what? Eyes are made for looking.

Sound the watch.

Usually you brag of being afraid of nothing.

You have been frightened by me this time.

Da Niu!

You scared me when we are working.

I will report this to Teacher.

It's just a prank.

Why be so serious?

Prank?

Help!

It's Miss Xiu!

You still thinking of Miss Xiu?

Help!

It's Miss Xiu calling for help.

Help!

Go up!

Help!

There are two thieves.

I've looked for you a long time.

You have messed things up for me, want to die?

Catch the thief!

Take a look.

Catch the thief!

He's up there.

Da Niu.

Let's go.

Don't let them get away.

Are you okay?

Are you all right?

I am fine.

Fourth Master, you are not this bold normally.

For the sake of law and order in this town

it's worthwhile to be killed.

Give it to me.

Master Tie.

Don't let the two robbers get away.

Don't let them escape.

It's Tie Qiao San.

Let's go.

Split up and chase them.

Up there!

Master, force them to come down.

See where you can run to.

Thanks for your joined efforts

to keep our town's peace.

Now one has escaped.

We have to be more careful next time.

Yes, master.

Who is it?

Brother Rong, you're here.

Why come in from the window?

Where's Fuk Chi Lin?

He was killed by Tie Qiao San.

Tie Qiao San?

Top of the Ten Guang Dong Tigers.

It's him.

He is now the chief of the militia.

Let's find him

and avenge Huo Qi Lin.

Avenge him?

Do you know what we came here for?

I'll tell you.

Without my orders

don't show your face.

Have you seen Zheng Hong?

Yes, he is the instructor at the Mo residence.

He said to let him know as soon as brother Rong arrives.

Right, I'll find him.

For Master Tie's efforts in eliminating the robbers,

I extend our deepest thanks on behalf of our town

and present him with this plaque

to acknowledge his valor.

Good...

"Punish the bad and eliminate evil."

Thank you...everyone.

Great, Master Tie.

Master Tie is really great.

It is my duty to do it.

You are all too kind to me.

You deserve it...

Folks, let's go back and congratulate Master Tie.

Yeah!

Teacher, please...

Brothers!

Let's toast Teacher?

Yes!

Teacher is good.

Teacher is the best.

Teacher, I toast you.

Fill it up again.

I have to go in with Mr. Lu and rest.

In that case,

let me take Teacher's place.

Right.

Please.

Everyone...fill it up.

Let's accompany Teacher inside.

All right...enjoy your drink.

Master Tie,

since you came here, the town has been peaceful.

You're too kind, it's my duty.

Please.

Master Tie, you first.

Teacher is a star now.

Of course, also

the plaque says...

What does it say?

You don't study hard when studying.

It says "Punish the bad and eliminate evil."

Hey, did you see that?

Master Hin and his notorious friends

have been badly provoked by us.

You are so full of yourself.

I have always taught you

to be humble.

Yes...

Mr. Lu, you first.

Thanks...Master Tie,

I have consulted the elders, and for New Year's Eve

we must have a lion dance

and a reward of a hundred taels of silver.

Master Tie,

do you have confidence that we'll win?

Dad, with Teacher's guidance we're sure to win.

That's right, uncle.

As soon as Master Tian's men see us, they will tremble with fear.

Besides, we won last year.

Boss, don't worry.

Okay, since you are so confident,

let's see how you'll perform.

Gua Si, jump.

Da Niu, push me up.

Bravo!

Bravo.

We've won!

That's great!

What's so great?

Nothing.

Let's go.

We've won...

Master.

Not bad at all.

You go ahead and celebrate.

Mr. Lu and I would not join you.

Remember, stay out of trouble.

Yes.

We'll have a great meal tonight!

I have always said they are not our match.

Right?

Right, get the meal ready.

Come, men, over here....

Fill it up...

You too...fill it up.

Brothers, Teacher taught us well today.

Let's toast, okay?

Okay!

One, two, three.

I get the big piece...

It's no fun watching them celebrate.

Let's go.

Why?

Let them eat for a while, then cause them trouble.

The winner eats the best meat...

while the loser gets the bones.

Take it.

Teacher asked us to stay out of trouble.

You needn't show off.

Want to fight?

What? Come on.

We fear you not.

Stop, don't.

Sorry, it's just a misunderstanding.

Come on if you have guts.

Bastard, you want to cause us embarrassment.

Let's fix them.

Let's go.

I'm here.

Hit him!

Don't fight!

Teacher said not to cause trouble, stop!

Don't fight!

You're lucky I missed you.

Stop and help the instructor.

Instructor, get up.

How could I when you're on top of me?

Don't fight, Teacher will scold us.

Don't fight!

Instructor Zheng, no need to kowtow.

It's my fault...

Instructor Zheng, I did say you needn't kowtow.

Why hit so hard? So close?

Don't pull my pants!

Damn you!

Are you all right?

Yes, watch out behind you!

Blood!

We're okay, but he's not.

Go down!

Da Niu, are you all right?

Brother Rong, you're here.

Stop it!

Gua Si, we'll find your Teacher.

Tie Qiao San to settle the score.

Let's go.

Fourth Master,

what about the broken stuff?

Don't worry.

Put them on my bill.

Thank you, everything's okay now.

Are you all right?

It hurts.

Let's go, come on.

Master Mo,

what about what we discussed last time?

It's good to open an opium house,

but could people afford to smoke opium?

It's okay, we'll do some work on it,

and nobody will notice.

I guarantee you'll slowly get rich.

Xiao Cui.

Yes, brother?

It's late. Where are you going?

It's new year's eve tonight.

We want to watch the lanterns. Is it okay?

Yes, so long as you steer clear

from the guys at the rice house.

Yes.

Do you have a quarrel with them?

That's a frustrating story.

I am running the rice house.

And now they are running the rice house.

Do you think someone like me

would be willing to be led by the nose

by guys like them?

Why don't you just sell opium

instead of the rice?

That's right.

It's your opportunity to get rich.

You shouldn't miss it.

Da Niu, fear not.

I'll help you fix your arm.

Does it hurt?

A bit.

Fourth Master, grab his arm.

Don't move. Bear the pain.

Why did you kick me?

What's all the shouting about?

Nothing...

Da Niu, what's wrong with your hand? Fighting again?

No, I drank a bit too much

and fell from the staircase.

Yes...

What? It doesn't look like it.

Get me a wooden plank.

Your hand-- put it through and don't release.

Teacher, the plank.

Grab his hand and don't let him move.

Causing trouble at the new year.

I must teach you a lesson.

The tonic wine.

How do you feel now?

Much better.

Wang An.

Teacher.

It's late, why don't you go back?

I'll go now...

Rub some more tonic wine for him.

Rest early. Tomorrow we'll go to the temple.

"Hai Tong Temple"

You know very well what you did.

I'm going to have a chat with Master Yi Zheng now.

Don't get up unless I call you.

Your skills are mediocre, and yet you dare cause trouble.

- We didn't-- - Shut up!

Kneel and reflect

on what our Shaolin ancestors taught us.

Master Yi Zheng,

your "plum flower stick" skill is good.

I'm impressed.

You flatter me.

Brother Tie,

every year you test your skill with me,

but I feel your progress

is not as good as the year past.

Really?

I've heard many people in your town smoke opium.

Do you?

At times I only smoke with boss Lu

to be sociable.

I wouldn't get hooked.

I hope so.

Or else you wouldn't be able to beat an old blind guy like me.

So it's you, Da Niu.

Get up, you're in the way.

You're a big boy now, yet you're drooling. So shameful.

You fat girl, why are you teasing me?

You want to die?

I like to, so what?

Fat girl, stop scolding people.

Don't be so rude.

Could you excuse me please?

We want to pay respects to the gods.

Da Niu, please move over.

Here's our chance, go for it.

What? She's Mo Tian's sister.

How to do it?

What's the big deal!

When you have chatted with her,

you'll be good friends in no time.

This is how the poet Tang accosted his lover.

It's not nice.

Then you don't have a chance.

You're such a chicken, and you won't get a girlfriend.

- Really? - Yes.

What should I do?

Go for her.

What are you doing?

All right, I give in.

Just repeat after me.

Once you find a topic, then you could chat.

Understand?

Yes...

Lady, you're so early.

You're even earlier.

Bastard.

Hey...

That should do it.

Are you here to pay respects to the gods?

Are you here to pay respects to the gods?

Are you nuts?

That's obvious, isn't it? Or what else do you think we're here for?

- Fat girl-- - What, how dare you...

Miss, let's go over there to draw divination sticks.

Don't bother with these two bastards.

What to do now?

You get on my nerves.

You're so dumb.

- Didn't I repeat after you? - Hey, can you go now?

What's up?

You're stepping on the lady's pants.

Why, did you hit him?

Don't think I wouldn't hit you.

Don't come near,

or I'll hit you.

You dare...

So what.

Fat girl!

Damn you, you really hit me.

I'll hit you back.

Don't stand in my way.

I won't hit her head

but her bottom instead.

Let go.

Teacher.

On your knees.

Ladies, please forgive them.

They were only having some fun.

They wouldn't hit ladies.

It's just a small misunderstanding.

Hope you don't mind.

It's all right.

We have a boat to catch, excuse us.

- Get up. - Yes, Teacher.

Sorry, Miss.

Damn fat girl.

Let's go and draw the divination sticks.

- Sir. - Boatman.

The boat is ready to sail.

Hurry.

Coming. Hurry.

- Teacher! - Teacher!

Instructor Zheng, Liu Yin Stick. This is too much.

There are fishes in the water. Get some for us.

You must have caused the trouble.

No, Teacher.

Row the boat.

Tie Qiao San, be careful.

I'll not let you go so easy.

He's quite good.

Such a good fighter.

I'll not let him go for anything.

Row the boat back yourself.

Thank you.

I came especially to pay my respects.

Please.

I have prepared some small gifts.

Yes.

This is high grade opium for boss Lu.

Please accept this small gift.

You are too kind, I can't accept it.

It's really of good quality, very hard to come by.

Yes.

Master Tie wouldn't accept gold.

I'll take this, then,

and give part of it to him.

Okay, Master Tie?

So Rong Feng and Mo Tian

have opened an opium house here.

They are new here,

so no wonder they pay respects to our Teacher.

I don't know how to smoke,

not to mention opium.

Then shut up, please.

They say opium could prolong your life.

That's bullshit.

Mr. Mo, so much business on the first day.

You'll get rich soon.

Let's go in and have a drink.

Please.

Let's go in and have a drink.

Okay...

Please.

Why is master in this sort of business?

Opium harms people.

It'll make one weak.

No wonder the foreigners call us sick men of East Asia.

- Get back to work. - Look.

What is it?

Xiao Cui.

Here's our chance, go for it.

After her?

Go on.

Back to work? Don't bother.

Please.

Still have room for one more, inside please.

Okay.

Please...

Make yourself at home.

Enjoy.

Thank you.

You didn't expect that I'd know

you have been thinking of Gua Si.

It's none of your business.

Da Niu is a load of fun.

Really?

Don't you think so?

He may be a good opera singer.

He could play the part of the Pig without make-up.

- Miss. - Da Niu, you are out of line.

If I weren't like this,

could you have such good luck with the lady?

- Good luck. - You hit me again.

Don't run!

See if you dare hit me again.

Da Niu in fact is a good person.

He has a good heart.

Then your heart must be black.

I've been better these two months.

You are really my money god.

If we didn't sell this cheaply,

we would not have so many customers.

These people are hooked on opium,

and you'll be rich.

Xiao Cui, what are you doing?

You dare to come here and accost my sister?

- You want to die? - Mr. Mo, control your temper.

It's not time yet to deal with the Lu family.

Damn!

Your brother dislikes me.

I'd better leave.

I might go there with the fat girl some other time.

Would you be going?

To the bridge? Sure.

See you.

Madam An, don't cry.

What's with her?

Women! Don't mind her.

I'll go and have a look.

He hasn't given me any money.

I know he has been issued his wages.

I asked him for the money and he ran off.

Where is he now?

Needless to say, he'd be at the opium house.

Damn kid!

Come, let's grab him.

Right, don't worry.

We'll get him.

Go home first.

Thank you.

Let's go.

Ask Wang An to come out.

You promised Madam An.

How are you going to tell her?

I...

Fear not, I'll be your back up.

All right.

Please.

Sorry, sir. House is full.

Would you like to sit over there please?

No need, I am here for Wang An.

This way, please.

Brother An, someone's looking for you.

What are you doing?

Can't you see I am having a drag?

I'm getting high.

Don't bother me.

If you don't go home, your family will starve to death.

What? Fourth Master is here!

Get up.

This is outrageous.

You don't work? You just smoke opium here?

Get up!

Go back, now.

What's the matter?

Gua Si, you dare to cause trouble

at my shop?

Fear not, I am here.

I am not causing trouble here,

just asking my brother to go back.

I tell you,

you are not allowed to come here again!

If I find out, you're fired!

Get going!

Come on.

Hurry!

You bastard!

You desert your family?

Are you a human being?

I'll teach you a lesson!

It's all my fault!

You made quite an impression today.

Stop teasing me.

I am still shaking.

Damn, it's all your fault!

Get going. Go on.

Hurry!

Go!

Where do you think you're going?

You can't get away.

Zheng Hong, that's enough.

Don't make me use force.

Let's go to the opium house.

You have guts, but remember,

I will settle today's score with you someday.

Dad.

Come, have some snacks.

No, thanks.

What's wrong?

We don't have enough people in the rice house,

and I need a few extra hands.

What's the matter?

Why the shortage all of a sudden?

Many of the staff are hooked on opium,

and work very slowly.

They are lethargic.

They won't listen to me.

They can't afford opium, yet they want it.

Just ask them to leave.

Teacher.

Wang An and the men are smoking opium.

Would you give them a good scolding, please?

You'd better see for yourself.

I don't want to say more.

Right. I'll go with your dad tomorrow.

Aren't they doing well?

They are efficient.

- You! - You blurt rubbish!

No.

Wang An must have known Teacher was coming

and hired temporary help.

If you don't believe me,

look at them again.

If they are not that good,

they needn't come tomorrow.

Master Tie, let Gua Si take care of things here.

Let's go back and rest.

Please.

Hurry.

Da Niu.

Wang An.

Did you recruit these people?

No.

No? You caused Teacher to scold me.

You are unscrupulous!

I am telling the truth.

You still deny it?

Fourth Master, I am responsible for this.

They paid me and said they would help,

so I let them.

You damn bastard!

The thief.

I tell you,

you'll die today.

If we don't beat them,

they'll beat us.

Men, let's fight!

Attack!

Master Tie is here.

Master Tie.

You are quite popular here.

Everyone's kind to me.

It's more than that.

Last time, you killed a thief,

and the whole town respects you for it.

The thief?

Right.

Such great strength. Could it be them?

Mr. Lu, you go back first.

I'll go to the rice house and see about Gua Si.

Master Tie is great!

Mercy!

Who asked you to come here?

Golden cat asked us to come here,

to kill Gua Si.

What?

Master Tie, have mercy.

You three are not allowed in this town anymore.

Yes!

Go!

Teacher, a small token from me.

Ginger and chicken soup. You are very kind.

Teacher, if you didn't come today,

I would have been finished.

Does it still hurt?

No, your medicine is very effective.

It's okay.

Teacher, you've been smoking a lot,

and have not taught me much kung fu.

All right. Attack me.

Yes.

Unless you have full confidence in kicking someone,

don't kick at all.

The kick is more effective than using the hands.

Naturally, Teacher, I can't beat you.

Gua Si,

your kung fu has progressed dramatically.

Now you could counter my attack.

I have not progressed that much.

But you don't seem to be as powerful as you were.

It must be due to the opium.

I am all right.

Just lazy recently. It's okay.

Teacher, you should quit.

You set an example for the others.

I know what I'm doing.

It's late. Go to sleep.

Good night.

Help me.

I have nothing to eat and my child is sick.

Could you lend me some money?

Wang An, I won't trust you anymore.

Fourth Master, it's true.

If you don't lend me money, my child will die.

No, but you'll die for sure.

If you do, I'll give money to your wife,

but certainly not to you.

Then...

Then what?

Da Niu, let's get some food from the market

and look for madam An.

Help me.

Madam An, we've bought a lot of stuff.

There's fish and chicken. Come and cook.

Where's Madam An?

How would I know?

You lied and said your wife was at home.

No, she is indeed inside.

Then please do ask her to come and cook.

Go on.

Fourth Master is here.

Rat poison.

My child!

Ah Lan!

Madam An!

It's all my fault!

I only care about smoking opium!

Your family died because of it.

You are a beast!

I deserve to die.

Wang An.

Leave him be! Do you think he'd really die?

Opium smokers don't even have the courage to die!

Wang An!

I'll burn the opium house and avenge Wang An!

This is a serious matter.

Think it through.

Xiao Cui,

forgive me for going against your brother,

but I must burn this opium house!

Don't be so rash.

Discuss this with your teacher first.

All right, I'll look for him.

I'll go first.

"Gasoline"

Get up, you pieces of trash!

Get up!

If you don't,

I'll burn you to death!

What's the rush? We're burning already.

It's on fire!

Fire!

Put out the fire. Tell the boss.

Hurry, put it out!

Let's go.

There's fire! Get moving!

Fire!

There's a fire! Hurry! Go!

Move!

Put out the fire!

C'mon, move!

You dare destroy my business?

Water! Put out the fire!

Get me some water!

Don't put it out!

I said don't put the fire out!

Put out the fire!

Teacher, Xiao Cui is here to see you.

What's up?

Wang An's family is dead.

Gua Si is very angry.

Worried he'd cause trouble, I came to check it out.

Did he return to talk to you?

No.

Damn.

He said he would burn down my brother's opium house.

Burn the opium house?

Gua Si!

Are you all right?

Why did you do it?

Teacher, was I wrong to burn down this evil place?

Tie Qiao San, your pupil dares to commit arson.

You really have a way with your students.

You--

To burn down the place is wrong,

and I could compensate you,

but you needn't beat him to a pulp.

Money is not everything.

You also asked a great instructor to back you up

and teach his pupil to commit arson.

Rong Feng, I know why you are here.

Since you are against me,

I will fight you in any way you please.

Okay, the head of the Guang Dong tigers

will have a taste of my kung fu!

It's up to you now.

Everyone says your Tie Sin fist is deadly.

I, however, think it is mediocre.

Da Niu, bring me the sword.

Yes.

Step aside.

You shouldn't have armed yourself with a weapon.

When I win,

people might think I bullied an unarmed man.

Teacher!

Kill him!

Teacher, get up.

Teacher, get up!

Gua Si!

Son!

Are you okay?

- Gua Si! - Son!

Tie Qiao San, I killed your pupil.

Well? Come and kill me.

Instructor Tie.

You didn't think you'd lose,

but I wouldn't kill you.

You are hooked on opium,

and though you live, you'll be useless.

Son!

I'll rule this town from now on.

Xiao Cui and fat girl, come back with me.

No!

Me neither!

I'll never spend your money again.

It's dirty!

Then don't ever come back.

I can work. I won't starve to death.

You--

- Gua Si. - Son.

I put you in this predicament.

Believe me...

opium will ruin you.

If you can kick the habit,

you'll become yourself again.

Teacher, I know you are a man of your word.

Please promise me. Promise me!

Da Niu, keep your uncle company.

Okay.

Xiao Cui, please take care of my teacher for me.

Dad.

Son.

Gua Si!

Son!

Gua Si!

Brother Tie.

You lost because your addiction is too deep.

I know. Please help me.

Drink this tonic wine.

Hopefully, it will help you withstand the urge to smoke.

Brother Tie!

Brother Tie.

Our opium house is re-opened now.

Inside, please. Upstairs.

Please.

Master Mo.

The old saying, 'A fire visits a prosperous area'

is so true.

Right.

Look, our business is better than before.

This is all to brother Rong's credit.

He even got rid of Tie Qiao San.

We can do as we like from now on.

You have brawn and brain.

You flatter me.

There's something I haven't done.

What is it?

A hundred taels of silver.

It could last you your whole life.

I hope when I come here next time, I won't see you.

Let's go.

Keep it safe.

Master, we are leaving.

Take care.

I ruined your uncle.

And I could not keep my promise to cut the opium.

Teacher, you must brace yourself,

or there is no hope.

Brace myself? Look at me.

How could I?

Brother Tie.

A hero shouldn't wallow in depression.

Was I wrong about you?

There is a chart here.

Just follow it three to four times a day.

It can restore your strength.

Teacher.

I am useless.

Brother Tie, more haste, less speed.

Your addiction to opium is so deep,

you can't recuperate that quickly.

So what must you do?

Begin training all over again.

Get up.

Teacher can't take it anymore. It's no use.

Master said it would be like this at the beginning.

We have to be patient.

Thinking of Gua Si's death makes me impatient.

If Teacher could smoke, he could restore his strength.

Then he could avenge Gua Si.

Then I have an idea.

You do?

Come with me.

Da Niu, I am up here.

I got it. Grab it!

Come down quickly.

Oh.

Stand still.

Brother.

Didn't you say you wouldn't come back?

Are you stealing my opium for Tie Qiao San?

- Give it to me! - No!

Give it to me, you bloody girl!

Xiao Cui!

- Brother! - Xiao Cui!

Xiao Cui.

Xiao Cui!

What's the matter, Master Mo?

My sister is dead.

Can't you see?

It's better for her.

This will prevent me from committing further evil acts.

Who is this man speaking rubbish here?

He's your caretaker.

What?

Brother Tie.

- Teacher. - What's the matter with you?

I must smoke again. I can't make it.

Teacher! Opium.

Teacher, I got the opium!

Da Niu.

Teacher.

Where did you get it?

Xiao Cui hoped it would help to restore your strength

to avenge Gua Si.

So she stole it at home.

Thank Xiao Cui for me.

No need.

Why?

She's dead.

Dead?

Gua Si!

Teacher, believe me.

Opium is really destructive.

If you can quit,

you can become yourself again.

Opium, what an evil!

You have killed too many people!

Rong Feng, I'll get you, or I'm not human!

Master.

You must help me kick it at all costs!

I can't take it!

Give me the tonic wine! I can't take it.

Please, give me the tonic wine!

I can't take it!

Teacher!

Please, give me the tonic wine!

Teacher, I can't take it!

Tonic wine!

Brother Tie!

Are you okay?

Master.

I feel cold.

Get him the blanket.

I feel cold. I feel cold.

Feel cold?

Yes.

I still feel cold.

Teacher, I still feel cold.

Da Niu, fan with all your might.

Master Chow, drink some tea.

Boss.

"Rong Feng Opium House"

"Rong Feng Rice House"

Thanks to your support,

I have my success today.

This is a small token of my appreciation.

You are too kind.

Please.

It's mine!

You've worked hard these few months.

Take off the weights and try.

Yes.

You must be agile enough to avoid the attack of the spear.

I'm coming.

Master.

Good. Don't pull your punches.

I have found a worthy opponent again.

"Spiritual tablet of Gua Si and Xiao Cui"

Uncle.

Uncle, Teacher will challenge Rong Feng tomorrow.

Are you going?

If you don't,

I'll take Gua Si and Xiao Cui.

Right.

"Wan Hu Temple"

Boss Yang.

Ask Tie Qiao San not to come to this town again,

or he'll lose face once more.

Cut out that crap!

You still don't know who's the winner.

They're coming!

Let's go.

Master Tie, we're on your side.

Beat him!

Uncle!

Beat him! Get rid of him!

Stop that noise.

Tie Qiao San.

Don't forget you lost once.

Do you have what it takes to get rid of me?

I lost because of the opium.

I must get rid of you for this town's sake.

Bravo!

Rong Feng,

take your best shot.

Attack together!

Whoever doesn't fear death, come on!

Bravo!

Tie Qiao San.

Let's see how you plan to get rid of us.

Master Tie, fear not! Beat them up!

We're on your side.

Beat him!

Beat him! Beat Boss Rong!

Since you have so many supporters,

I'll give you a chance.

Get up and fight.

Gua Si, Xiao Cui.

I don't think Master Tie can avenge you.

Da Niu, come here!

Yes, teacher?

Bravo!

Great going, Master Tie!

Teacher!