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I won three games consecutively. He was so mad afterwards!

Some people just have all the luck!

- I told you you'd win. - Hold it!

Brave enough to raise the stakes?

I won't be scared!

Dad, tell him not to!

Don't be afraid! He'll win for sure.

You're always on his side.

What's the matter?

Have we got enough money?

After this one, definitely.

Take it! You'll win, Rick!

Okay! I accept it!

Last game!

You say that every time.

Good boy!

Uncle Cheung!

Big Brother Shing is waiting for you.

Big Brother Shing?

He's outside.

Continue playing!

It's not my fault! I'm just obeying your dad's orders.

Start...

I'm running out of luck.

The gold bracelet is going cold.

This is the leftovers.

Did you get what I told you to get?

Don't worry. Here it is.

Now we're even.

Big Brother Shing. You know I retired long ago.

This time, it's my son.

You're experienced.

Otherwise, I wouldn't come to beg you.

It's because it's your son.

I'm afraid that I can't handle it.

Cheung, what has happened to you?

You used to be straightforward!

Why are you so timid now?

Maybe it's because I'm old.

I'm not telling you to murder someone.

Just smuggle a boy here for me.

What's so difficult about that?

Are you saying you can't do it?

I can introduce you to another guy.

No need for that! I've got lots of guys!

I must find one who is reliable.

So yes or no?

Even if I find someone else to do it, you already know about this.

If anything goes wrong, you'll be the main suspect.

It's a deal, okay?

Your business is good here.

Anyone causing you trouble?

Give me a call if there is.

Thank you!

Still angry at me?

What's that supposed to mean?

It's for you!

Didn't you say you like it very much?

I won't take it if it was from your gambling winnings.

Don't be so childish!

Rick, come over here!

What's the matter, Uncle Cheung?

Sit down.

Fighting with Lap again?

Just let her win.

We're just kidding around.

Rick, I need your help.

What can I do for you?

I want you to be my driver.

Driver?

No problem! When?

It may be quite dangerous.

We're helping a guy immigrate illegally.

I'll do anything for you.

Thank you.

What did my dad say to you?

Nothing. I rejected him.

What have you rejected?

I refused to take you. He asked me to marry you.

You're beautiful and sweet.

You'll bring luck to your husband.

But I don't have that luck!

This chain has no use now.

No one needs you.

Just go away, stupid chain!

Why did you throw it away?

Find it back for me!

Don't you remember me?

You're getting prettier every day.

Is your dad home?

Long time no see, Cheung!

It's not bad here!

How's your business?

It's all right.

Here I am. What's so urgent?

Old trick.

Aren't you retired already?

I'm helping a friend.

Isn't this Sheung Shui? We'll be in Yuen Long soon.

Then it is Castle Peak.

And then Tsuen Wan, Kwai Chung.

Do you have any Teresa Tang tapes?

No.

This is Viceroy, an American brand.

I've smoked that before.

Now I'm a Marlboro man.

Hong Kong isn't that modern.

Similar to Shenzhen.

Does this car have air-conditioning?

My dad's Benz has air-conditioning!

Young man, you're smart.

You'll succeed in Hong Kong.

Haven't you thought of doing anything?

I want to be a singer.

Singing in a concert at the Hong Kong Coliseum...

someday.

That's some goal!

But you've got to have connections to be a singer.

I'll make it with the help of my dad.

Who's he? Li Ka-shing?

No, he isn't!

He's Law Man-shing!

Haven't you heard of him?

What are you doing?

Police.

We're taking him to the headquarters.

- Okay, go ahead. - Thanks.

What a clever trick!

Let's have some drinks, Cheung?

But we're in a hurry.

Release me then!

There's no need to hurry!

Young man, stop at the store!

Good, I'm thirsty!

Let's go.

Be gentle. It's painful.

Let's go.

Rick, come and have some drinks.

No, thanks. I'll wait here.

Two bottles of soft drink.

Release me first.

Cheung, you're too selfish.

Why didn't you tell me that he's Law's son?

He's wealthy but you gave me so little.

Why don't you take me to my dad?

Take me to my dad at once.

What are you waiting for?

How much do you want?

At least this much!

Cheung, you listen.

If I'm not getting any benefit, I'd rather arrest him.

Okay, I'll tell Shing when I see him.

It's better to tell him now!

Come!

Young man, be patient.

Hello, Brother Shing. It's me, Cheung.

Your son is all right.

The cop here wants more money.

Can you do that?

No problem?

Okay...

I...

Trying to fool me?

You cunning old fox.

Tang, I didn't mean that...

I don't want to mess things up.

Who are you kidding?

I'll arrest him.

None of us will benefit from it.

Tang, please listen to me...

Don't you try to play tricks.

I'll take him to the police station now.

Try explaining that to Big Brother Shing.

No...

Are you trying to play with me? I'll play with you. Come on!

Tang, don't push me! I really...

Die!

Tang, why did you shoot?

Don't move!

How can I explain this to Big Brother Shing now?

Explain?

- Dad! - Lap, get in the car!

I'll phone Wong! Wait for me in the car!

- Where's Rick? - He's waiting at the pier!

- What happened? - Just get in!

Hello, Wong?

Have you got a boat?

Yes!

We're in trouble! We have to hide!

Three! As soon as possible!

Get in the car!

Dad!

Lap, where are you going?

I'm calling the police!

You can't report this kind of case to the police!

Then what can I do?

Find someone to save your dad!

Who?

Find Godfather Shen!

- Godfather Shen? - Yes.

He was your dad's partner once.

I think he may help you.

Is Godfather Shen here?

Why are you looking for him?

Something urgent. Is he here?

Go on in.

Godfather Shen.

Why are you all wet? Did you swim here from China?

Sit down!

Sit down!

I'm Cheung's daughter. He's in trouble.

Would you help me save him?

You're Cheung's daughter.

I've seen you before.

You were bathing naked.

I caressed you and you cried!

It was lucky that your dad wasn't there.

Talking about Uncle Cheung...

My dad was taken by Big Brother Shing.

Have some tea first.

What's the hurry? Speak slowly and calmly.

Would you help me save my dad?

I've heard about Cheung's case...

I don't care who's right or wrong.

But everyone knows that Big Brother Shing is a tough one.

We have rules to obey.

We have to help our own men.

But I can't find a reason to help you.

But there's an exception for beautiful girls.

There are two kinds of women that I'll help.

One is my mother and the others are my prostitutes.

You are not my mother.

So you have to be my prostitute if you want me to help you.

Go to hell!

Godfather Shen.

Aren't you here for me?

Why are you leaving so soon?

She is Cheung's daughter.

I know. And you treat her as a prostitute?

How tasteless.

I am offering you the chance of being my woman.

What do you think?

Think carefully. I won't force you.

Big Brother Shing is bad news.

Cheung is in big trouble this time.

Once in his hands, there's no chance of survival.

Cheung's too old. He can't survive this.

Chances are he'll die.

He'll suffer a lot even if he is alive!

He may lose one of his legs or arms!

Bloody old fool.

Godfather Shen.

Rick!

Why are you so late? Are you okay?

Where's your dad?

He can't come.

But don't worry. He's under protection.

He told you to leave first. He's going to be all right.

What about you?

I'll stay here with dad.

I'll come find you after I'm done here.

Don't forget to write to me.

Then I won't leave either.

No, the police found out what your license plate number is.

You have to leave.

We'll be all right. Don't worry.

Have some food first. The boat will come soon.

So soon?

Yes, Uncle Wong arranged everything.

Rick, here are the clothes and things that I've prepared for you.

Eat slowly or you'll choke. There's still time.

Are you all right?

I'm all right.

I'm just worried about you.

Don't worry. I can handle it.

I'm a smart guy. I'll survive anywhere.

You have to take care of yourself.

You too.

Put this overcoat on later.

The wind is strong out at sea.

Rick...

Say goodbye to your dad for me.

Rick.

Come over soon! I'll be waiting for you!

I don't want to marry a Filipino woman!

Big Brother Cheung!

Don't make fun of me.

Miss Lap, Mr Cheung.

Miss Lap.

Dad, have you been drinking again?

I told you not to drink anymore!

What else can I do if I don't drink?

Don't give him any liquor. Give him some ginseng tea.

Let me drink another glass.

No way!

Did I cross the line?

It's for his own good.

He just had his stomach pumped a few days ago.

The doctor told him not to drink.

Please look after him for me.

Lap, come here...

Let me introduce you to some Japanese tycoons.

This is Mr Tanaka.

How do you do? Cheers!

This is Mr Yamamoto.

How do you do?

Cheers!

This is Mr Saito.

How do you do?

Give me some liquor, Cheung!

You want a drink, Uncle Cheung?

This one is for you.

Miss Lap said not to let him drink.

Really? You heard him.

Your daughter told you not to drink!

She didn't mean it.

You really want to drink?

Brother Liu!

Why don't you squat and hide under me? I'll pour you the drink.

Then your daughter won't see it.

Good idea.

Brother Liu!

Open your mouth!

Tastes good, huh?

She's a beauty and a drinker!

That's not all, she's a great singer too!

I'm not much of a singer.

Uncle Cheung, let's go.

Lap!

Let's drink when we get back, okay?

All right...

Come on...

Godfather Shen, long time no see.

- Cheers! - Cheers!

Let's sit down and talk for a while.

Sure.

How are things going with your partner, Fat Lau?

Will it give you any trouble?

I don't think so. He's very loyal to me.

No, he isn't.

I've heard that he's helping the police now.

He's going to bring you down.

And he's going to kill you.

You'd better watch out.

Godfather Shen, I'll finish you!

It's all right. He just tripped.

It's all right...

My car is over there.

I don't want to take Godfather Shen's car.

Okay, I'll get you a taxi.

Go back and keep an eye on Lap.

I'll take you home first.

I'm all right. Go back and keep an eye on Lap.

Uncle Cheung, are you really all right?

Find me a reliable man at once, and kill Fat Lau before he goes to the court.

- There's no room for error. - Okay.

One Vodka Tonic, please.

That'll be twenty dollars, please.

Thanks!

Dear Rick.

Hong Kong is cold. How's the weather over there?

You told me that you've settled down already...

and you've started to get used to the lifestyle there.

I'm really glad.

Dad's all right now.

But we sold the bar.

It seems like someone has pressed the reset button.

You asked me when I would come over.

My answer may upset you.

I've decided not to go to the Philippines.

After you left, I thought calmly and thoroughly about it.

Our personalities are very different.

So I'm using this opportunity to break up with you.

There's no point in carrying on this relationship.

You should settle down over there.

Just forget about me and take care of yourself.

Yours sincerely, Lap.

Sorry, I forgot my lighter.

Do you like this place?

- It's not bad. - It was even better before.

My dad used to run this place.

I was very happy back then.

It's not too bad now.

Did you enjoy your childhood?

Of course, my grandma loved me very much.

I liked watching movies a lot back then.

She knew I had no money, so she always invited me...

to watch movies with her.

But she'd fall asleep in the cinema.

Is your grandma still alive?

Yes, she is. But she's very old.

Cheung, have you ever truly loved anyone?

You wouldn't believe it even if I did.

Are you thinking of your past boyfriend?

You two haven't seen each other for so long. Things have changed.

You wouldn't understand.

If you truly love someone, you'll think of them forever.

Then you should go and find him.

How?

Just forget about him.

He's really a great guy.

This is the bracelet he gave me.

I've never taken it off.

You mustn't tell Godfather Shen about this.

I really want to know what he looks like.

You've said so many good things about him.

I'm getting a bit jealous.

No, I didn't say anything.

If I could meet him again, I would leave with him.

Would you help me leave?

I don't know. Let's wait and see.

Would you help me?

I don't know.

You will.

It's been so long.

He might even be married already.

The hearing is at four! Why so early?

I wouldn't be the witness if I knew it was so annoying.

Please give us a hand, Mr Lau.

If it wasn't for Inspector Tso, I wouldn't go even if you begged me.

Start!

When did you get back?

Last night.

Why were you in such a hurry just now?

I'm leaving today.

Where will you go? The Philippines?

Where are you going now? I'll give you a ride.

Could I get off there?

Rick!

Let's have a drink, shall we?

I have something to tell you.

Just say it.

Nothing to say?

Actually what you want to say is all written in this letter.

Here you go.

- Hello? - Is this Rick Ma?

Yes.

It's Liu. Is there any change in tonight's schedule?

No.

Then we'll meet as scheduled at the pier.

Okay.

- Can I come in? - I'm in a hurry.

Don't worry, it'll only take a minute.

Rick, I know you've suffered a lot these years.

It's none of your business.

I'm sorry, Rick.

There's no need to say sorry.

You've done nothing wrong.

You're angry because I didn't come to find you, I know.

It's all in the past now.

Really?

You should go now. I have to check out.

I've been waiting for so long...

but you never gave me a chance.

You were waiting for me?

What did you promise me when I was leaving?

What did I get for waiting all this time?

Listen to me!

It's meaningless to discuss who's right or wrong.

You must listen to me even if you don't want to.

That night of the accident, my dad got caught by Law.

I went to Godfather Shen to ask for help.

I didn't tell you because I didn't want you to stay and get involved.

Godfather Shen promised to help if I agreed to follow him.

For the sake of my dad, I had to agree.

Godfather Shen is not a simple man.

I knew we'd never be together, so I wrote to you to change your mind.

I didn't want you to wait for me.

Although I lived with Godfather Shen, I thought of you all the time.

All these years, my life was chaotic.

My dad died recently and my life started to change.

I wanted to find you.

I was very happy when I met you again.

I thought that we could be together again.

Maybe it's true that we can't turn back time.

Rick, take care of yourself.

Going somewhere?

What is it?

What is it?

Are you in a hurry?

I was free just now so I came to see you.

Sorry, I don't have time. Please make yourself comfortable.

Don't you have time for a chat?

What do you want?

What will Godfather Shen do if he hears about this?

Then I must ask him about that.

I'll give him a call.

Don't take it so seriously! I was only joking.

I was joking too.

We all want happiness, don't we?

We'll spoil everything if we take things too seriously.

Whatever it is, just say it.

Straight to the point! That's what I like about you.

Okay, let's be frank!

Are you going to the pier for your lover?

An old boyfriend?

Who said that? Don't listen to gossip.

I am just going on a trip.

Really?

I forgot about your tea.

Let's have some tea first.

That's right! Don't always kick me out!

Stop right there!

I'll let you go if you give me something in return...

and I won't tell Godfather Shen.

But what can I have?

What are you talking about?

There's no need to spell it all out.

You know how I feel about you.

If I inform Godfather Shen about that, you and that guy will both be in trouble.

Let's have some fun together, okay?

Liu!

Liu!

It's good that you're here. She wanted to escape.

I came in time to stop her.

Watch her! I'll call Godfather Shen.

Keep an eye on her!

What really happened?

Rick was back, I want to leave with him.

Hello, Godfather Shen. It's Lai Liu speaking.

Cheung, you must help me.

The best is yet to come!

Godfather Shen will be right over.

Please sit down.

What's going on?

She wanted...

Liu wanted to rape me.

It's not true.

I wouldn't have the guts to do that.

She wanted to see her boyfriend but I stopped her.

Her bags were all packed!

He's lying.

It's such a coincidence. He's the guy we got from the Philippines!

When I was keeping an eye on Lau today, I happened to discover this.

Lap.

Is that the truth?

Yes.

I followed you for so many years.

I've paid back everything.

Would you please let me go?

I've decided to leave.

You have so many women.

If I leave, it won't affect you.

What about that guy?

Don't worry.

You told me to kill him after the job's finished.

I've already arranged everything.

Do you really want to leave?

Yes.

Since I was never in your heart, it's no use making you stay.

But I'd rather benefit my own people.

Liu.

I know you've always liked her.

I'll do you a favour.

What are you waiting for?

You're not human!

Right, I'm God.

Everybody is under my control.

Liu, go for it!

Watch and learn, young man.

No, boss!

Boss, please release her.

Are you crazy? Put the gun down!

I told you to put it down!

Lap! Run!

Cheung!

I didn't want to do this.

But this is going too far.

I don't want to hurt anybody.

She's been so good to you all this time.

Just let her go!

Why do you still have to hurt her?

Put the gun down!

I'm trembling and I can't control the gun.

I may hurt you accidentally.

Lap!

Sorry, I have to save her!

I can't just stand there, right?

Lap!

Get in the lift! Quick!

Sorry, Boss!

After I send her away, I'll come back to apologise.

How dare you betray me!

No!

I just wanted to save her, not betray you.

Cheung, the lift is coming.

Please don't be angry with me.

He's waiting for you inside?

Sorry to drag you into all this.

Don't mention it.

I'm glad you're happy.

You're safe now.

You're so kind to me. I don't know what to say.

Take care of yourself.

You too.

You should go now.

Rick!

What happened to your mouth?

It's nothing. I just bumped into something.

Get on the boat!

Rick, are you all right?

Lap, are you all right?

Don't shoot! We're friends!

He's my friend.

Lap!

Why haven't you left?

I was worried about you.

Rick, are you all right?

Give me a hand, Cheung.

You must be Rick. I'm Cheung.

I've heard a lot about you.

You've to see a doctor for your injury.

No, it's all right.

I know a doctor from China.

He's on our side.

How is he, doctor?

Just call me Pang. He's all right.

I'm old and useless now.

I left my equipment in the car.

Keep an eye on him. I'll go and get my stuff.

Give Cheung the key and tell him to get something for me.

Cheung.

Rick wanted you to get something for him.

Locker number seventy-six at Club Siwa.

I'll take this.

Thank you so much for tonight.

Don't mention it.

I've left something again.

Clean his wound with some cotton.

Why are you still wearing it?

You refused it when I gave it to you, but you got it back later.

Hello, Godfather Shen. It's Pang.

Why aren't your men here yet?

Yes, I know what to do.

Okay, I'll try to make them stay.

Rick!

Is this the place?

I'll go and have a look first.

I killed a policeman here.

Rick, that was in the past.

Now I'm back here again.

If that murder never happened, I wonder what it'd be like now.

Do you regret coming back?

There are some things I never regret.

There's no one inside.

I think it's empty and should be quite safe.

Let's go in.

Don't forget the things.

When I was young and saw that grandma was ill...

I wanted to be a doctor.

I never thought that...

Who knows what will happen?

Rick, are there a lot of killers in the Philippines?

You have to be cold-blooded, right?

You've watched too many movies.

No, at least you're not treated like a dog.

What's Godfather Shen like?

He's difficult to work with.

You never know what he's thinking.

It's pretty amazing that Lap's put up with him for so long.

If I had to face someone I don't like, I would rather die.

Your wound seems to be inflamed.

Cut the wound open and take the bullet out.

It's going to be really painful.

Bite this.

No, I can stand it.

With that?

What?

Close your eyes.

No, it's all right.

You really have to be cool in your line of work.

Lap, you go out first.

I want to help.

No, I can manage myself.

Cheung, have you thought about your future?

No. Why bother?

What if you have a woman to take care of?

A woman? My grandmother?

No, it's Lap. If anything happens to me, please look after her for me.

Can you promise me that?

Yes.

The bullet is out.

The boat will arrive in the afternoon? Thanks.

Seven twenty-five, twelve.

Your grandmother told you to call Godfather Shen's mobile number.

Hello, Godfather Shen?

Cheung, you seem to be enjoying yourself out there.

Somebody is missing you.

Cheung, why have you left me so much money?

Are you all right, Grandmother?

I'm all right. I'm just worried about you.

Your boss said you haven't been to work for some time.

What happened?

Cheung, where's Lap?

I don't know.

You don't? Forget it then.

This has nothing to do with my grandmother...

Are you looking for me, Lap?

Sorry, Cheung.

Please don't say such things.

Godfather Shen has captured your grandmother?

Never mind. I'll go back.

Don't be silly.

You've helped me so much.

I didn't help you because I want you to help me in return.

Run away with Rick.

Let's save your grandmother first.

Godfather Shen wants you, not my grandmother.

It's a once in a lifetime chance to leave.

You can't go back.

Cheung, I've known you for so long.

I know that you are very nice.

But it's different this time. Godfather Shen will kill you.

That's the only thing you know? That I am nice to others?

Cheung, I know how you feel.

What do you think about me?

You only treat me as your brother?

Yes, so your grandmother is my grandmother.

Things are not as simple as you think.

It's painful if you can't be with the one you love.

I know.

So you should leave with Rick. I'll stay.

Rick won't let you stay either.

I'll speak to him if you wish.

Cheung...

Lap, I never planned to run away with you.

I'll make Godfather Shen forget this after you leave.

He takes care of me.

I'll be all right.

Rick, you go with Lap.

Are you kidding?

No, I mean it.

Lap, what's wrong with him?

I don't like the Philippines.

Plus it's none of my business.

I love Hong Kong, so I won't leave.

Cheung, just say what you want to say.

If you treat me as a friend, just say it and we'll solve it together.

Some problems can't be solved.

- Rick... - Lap!

What's the matter?

I don't want to say it!

There's no point in doing so.

If you won't go, we'll all stay.

Rick!

Say it!

Cheung...

Cheung!

Let my grandma go!

You've grown up.

Is that how you talk to me?

I have other stuff to do. You go back first.

Take her home.

Cheung, your boss is such a good guy.

He even treated me to watermelon. You should work hard.

Alone?

You came back alone?

Why all of this for a woman?

That's awesome! You've become the boss now.

Giving me a lesson, huh?

Godfather Shen, Lap has left Hong Kong already.

Where did she go?

Say it!

I don't know! I really don't know!

I know he won't let Cheung go.

I should never have left him behind.

But I want to go with you.

I've waited for years for this day.

Why did it turn out like this?

It's none of his business!

It's just like that time you went to the Philippines.

How come it's happening again?

It's my fault. I got him involved.

Let's go back.

Godfather Shen, a phone call from Miss Lap.

Cheung! Come here quickly!

Translator: MEDI-LAN/SPECTRA MEDIA