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The highest honor for the School of Economics & Management...

Uncle. Auntie. Hurry...

goes to our outstanding Master graduates, Gao Han and Chu Feng.

Dad.

Hello, Uncle Chu.

- Hello. - I'd like you to meet my parents.

- Hello, Mr. Gao. - Hello.

- Hello, Uncle and Auntie. - Congratulations.

- Thanks, Uncle Chu. - Brilliant.

My son managed to graduate, all thanks to Gao Han's tutoring.

- Not at all. - Really?

He worked very hard.

I heard you want to work for an investment bank.

Shall I make some calls for you?

Thanks, but I want to try it on my own.

Here comes the Headmaster.

Hello, Sir.

- Can we have a word? - Sure.

Son.

Which investment bank? What about the civil service exam back home?

What bank? You must have heard wrong.

Uncle, Auntie. Let's take some pictures at the entrance.

Right. Let's take pictures.

- Take some pictures... - Take some pictures.

This year, the number of college graduates reached ten million.

Over a million of which were finance related majors.

An opening for a teller at a local Urban Management Office

attracted hundreds of PhDs from Tsinghua and Peking University,

Master's from overseas, and graduates from elite schools to apply.

The post went viral,

with everyone feeling this is the worst time to look for work.

Finance graduates are said to be the kings of competition.

Hello. I'm here for the IBD internship interview.

Folks.

Attention, everyone.

I'm very sorry, I just got word from HQ.

Lilai China just suspended interviews for fresh grads.

You may go. Thank you.

Let me remind you,

Zhuo Neng has transformed into a new energy equipment supplier.

Our hydrogen energy technology is already leading in the world.

Mr. Chu, I hope you'll understand,

Blue Stone is the best sponsor for Zhuo Neng's IPO.

Before the IPO, we'll invest in Zhuo Neng with hard cash.

What's your guarantee on the issue valuation?

We promise no less than HKD 27 billion.

Which means the IPO price per share...

is HKD 20.

More or less.

The follow-on offering must also be guaranteed.

Guaranteed?

For Blue Stone, we'll bear enormous risks.

Mr. Chu, if you're so confident in your business,

will you consider signing a Bet-on Agreement?

A bet?

On what?

Performance.

Within three years of Zhuo Neng's IPO,

the annual revenue and profit growth cannot be less than 30 percent.

Blue Stone will guarantee

the first follow-on offering of no less than $5 billion.

If your performance falls short of expectations

and the share price drops below HKD 10,

Zhuo Neng must buy back all the Blue Stone shares at HKD 10 per share.

Or, Mr. Chu, as the major shareholder,

you can do a gratuitous transfer of 10 percent of the shares

to Blue Stone as compensation.

I'm very confident in our performance.

About the bet...

Let me sleep on it.

Fine.

Then let's sign the sponsorship agreement.

Okay.

By the way...

I heard the threshold for getting into Blue Stone is very high.

Can I get an intern quota?

- Mike. - It's done.

Son, how are you? Any luck with your job hunting?

It's okay, Mom.

It's not that hard.

No rush. Take your time.

Boss, two bottles of water.

Son, your dad just went out. Listen to me.

I've been asking around about the civil service exam.

Stop, Mom. Let's talk about that later, okay?

Mom, I have another call coming in. I'm hanging up, okay?

Bye.

- Hello? - Mr. Gao Han?

Yes, speaking.

I'm with HR at Blue Stone China.

Congratulations. You passed our interview.

Please be at HR at 9 A.M. next Monday for on-boarding procedures.

Details have been emailed to you.

I'll be there on time. Thank you.

I've been working overtime.

I'm starving. Did you order?

What is it?

I got a job at Blue Stone.

Really?

That's great.

- Hello. - Hello.

I'm Gao Han, the new intern.

Ms. Li, your appointment.

I wanted coffee ten minutes ago.

We just ran out of Jamaican coffee.

Can't you get some more? You have something more important to do?

Sorry. I'll do that right now.

You're Gao Han, the new intern?

Yes.

Here's my resume.

[Hua Jing University Certificate of Honor]

What's your relationship with Zhuo Neng?

Mr. Chu's son, Chu Feng, and I went to college together.

Anyway, I don't care who gets the internship.

But I must remind you,

other than the internship, I make no other guarantees.

- Understand? - Yes.

Go see HR.

Morning, everybody.

I'm Mike.

The Manager of Direct Investment.

Welcome to Blue Stone.

These are all Blue Stone applicants.

You got here by stepping on their dead bodies.

In here, those with background and resources can realize them.

Those with ambition and ability will have power.

Even a nobody can make $10 million in salary and move up the social ladder.

The rule we go by is win or out.

A six-month internship with no pay.

Only the best can stay in Blue Stone.

Understand?

- Yes. - Yes.

You.

Come here.

Come here.

Look at your shoes and tie.

Are you here to humiliate Blue Stone?

Even if you're recommended by a client,

I can still toss you in the garbage.

Uncle He.

- Master. - Kid.

Mind if you step aside for Master Zhang?

I like the first one.

Sure.

- Thanks. - You're welcome.

Master Zhang, can I trouble you with something?

The bank recommended this equity fund.

They said it can double my small investment.

Can you take a look?

Flip it over.

If those bastards say double, it means high risk.

You'll lose all your money.

Intern?

Yes?

What's your name?

Gao Han.

That's the name of a big shot.

I'm Todd Zhang. They call me "Master."

I'm a world class equity analyst.

Hello, Master.

How did it go?

You're going faster and faster.

No, I mean your first day at Blue Stone.

It's okay.

The operations head asked me right away my relationship with Zhuo Neng.

That's because Zhuo Neng has a business deal with Blue Stone.

That's quite normal.

Go for it, pal. I'm counting on you.

Get off it. Count on me for what?

What's your plan?

The Le Mans Hypercar.

- I already signed up. - Seriously?

Not sure if I'm up to par. Won't know until I try.

And this.

Keep it.

I heard Blue Stone doesn't pay their interns.

No need. I can manage.

The financial sector is a vanity fair.

Get yourself a decent suit. Or buy a fancy watch.

- Trust me. - Shut up already.

There's really no need.

Let's hope you'll get a permanent position soon.

Call me if you need me.

Don't worry.

I hope you'll be the next Le Mans champion.

Be careful.

[Account Balance: ¥3389.59 Available Balance: ¥3389.59]

[Branded handbag, brand new, ¥12000, sold]

I'm home.

It's so heavy. Help me with this.

- You went shopping? - Yes.

I'm telling you, this is the best design of this brand.

Today is their anniversary.

The discount at the physical store is even bigger than the online store.

Marked ¥8,000, now down to ¥4,000.

- Isn't it nice? - For me?

Here. Try it on.

Come on.

And the tie.

- Xiao Hui. - Yes?

Did you sell the handbag I bought you?

It was very expensive.

I have to be extra careful when I use it, so I won't knock it or scratch it.

Besides, we just paid a year's rent. Let's be practical.

Put this on. It looks nice.

It's grey. Come on. Try this on.

I won't get paid as an intern.

I'm counting on you to pay for our household expenses.

I'm sorry.

Who's counting now, you idiot?

I promise I'll try my best to stay in Blue Stone.

Don't worry. Just do the best you can. Okay?

♪ Let's go ♪

♪ Let's go ♪

♪ One must learn to grow up ♪

♪ Let's go ♪

♪ Let's go ♪

♪ Life is full of pain and struggles ♪

♪ Let's go ♪

♪ Let's go ♪

Thank you. Thank you for coming.

But for some of you,

if you truly wish to show your support, try to come early next time.

Don't wait until the last song to show up, okay?

♪ The price of love ♪

Good job.

- Oh. - Yeah.

- Really? - You bet.

You only heard a few lines.

Those were the best lines.

You think so? Based on a few lines?

- Yes. - That's too perfunctory.

- It's true. - You're supposed to show your support.

I'm busy.

Piss off. You're always busy.

I used to get pissed off.

But now... who are you?

Thank God I didn't marry you back then.

I don't think I loved you as much as I thought.

You should know the drill.

Am I so bad?

Maybe because I'm an idol. I can't act.

Spare me your clever talk.

Drain this.

[A man can be destroyed but not defeated.]

Who is it?

Hello, Mr. Zhang.

Who are you?

I'm Gao Han. This is my resume.

I remember you.

You're here as an intern.

Yes.

Want some?

Thanks. But I don't drink.

You can't do business without drinking.

Not Ivy League. Not G5.

Not some rich heir.

You can't bring us any business.

What right do you have to stay?

I graduated from the best school in the country.

I passed the CPA and Judicial Exam.

I have comprehensive basic skills and am strong in data analysis.

I'm born and raised here and have a better grasp of the domestic market.

What's your objective here?

To succeed.

For people I love and for myself, I must succeed.

Blue Stone is my chance. I hope you'll give me this chance.

I like your candor.

But obviously, you're too naïve.

A nobody cannot stay.

I know...

To reach my goal, I'm willing to work twice as hard as the others.

Mr. Zhang, I'm from a small town.

I passed all sorts of national exams just to get here.

This is my big chance.

Others may get a chance because of connections.

But I think I'm smarter than the others and I can work harder.

If only you'll give me one chance,

I'm confident I can help you and Blue Stone...

You're more interesting being shameless than being honest.

Master Zhang. Morning. Can I help you?

Didn't you know I don't work with interns?

I'm so sorry.

But Helen authorized the list. We were only carrying out her order.

- Okay. I see. - Thanks.

[Letter of Recommendation for Gao Han]

Here's a letter of recommendation.

This is all I can do.

It's the only thing I can do for you.

See if anyone else is willing to take you under their wing.

That's it. Get out.

I can drink a little.

Out.

Still here?

This just came out yesterday, about the tax reduction policy on technology.

I think...

this part should be adjusted.

How did you know this is a tech company?

The high P/E. It's just a guess.

- Hello? - Master Zhang, about the helicopter check...

- Why haven't you... - Oh shit.

Don't go in yet. I'll be right there.

Okay. Bye.

- Can you drive? - Yes.

B2, No. 56. Bring the car to the lobby.

Have you driven one of these?

I worked part-time in college as a designated driver.

I have driven all sorts of cars.

Then you should know your way.

Be at the airport in 30 minutes.

- 30 minutes? - 29 now.

It doesn't take that long.

Left.

I'm here.

Get ready.

- Todd. - Hello.

You should have given me the heads up.

No need...

I heard you're flying back in the prototype. For real?

Fly Smart Asia has been committed for years in the private helicopter business.

A few days ago, we just invited the other party of the merger for a test flight.

Since we're working together, why park the prototype here?

Blue Stone is the acquiring company's authorized agent in China.

I hope you'll understand

we simply cannot take a test flight and fill out a simple QC report.

It's too unscientific.

- Unscientific? - Unscientific.

We use the most authoritative inspection agencies in Asia.

No, listen to me.

If you don't believe me,

get someone to take apart each component and see for yourself.

Okay, we'll do it your way.

Take it apart.

Seriously?

Yes. You suggested it.

Follow this chart and find all the parts.

Check against it.

What are you looking for? I can help you.

No need.

Oh dear.

Majority of the key components are from well-known manufacturers.

How can I put down in my report you have the technological edge?

Sorry.

In our spec, we might have done some window dressing,

but these suppliers are absolutely reliable.

With our unique optimization and the integration of our supply chain,

the quality of the choppers is definitely not a problem.

If you don't level with me, we can't go on.

You mean, there's still a chance for the merger?

It's tough.

How about...

Based on my due diligence, cut the valuation by half.

Okay, we'll do it your way.

Thank you.

Take care of the email tomorrow morning.

- Okay. - I'll send it to you later.

Looking for this, Grandmaster?

- What did you say? - Grandmaster.

Not quite. You're just the gofer.

That's good enough.

Get the door.

An investment banker's day starts with a swim in the sea of emails.

Emails from prospective clients,

from the department,

on project updates,

from Finance, Legal, breaking news,

from local companies, and from overseas.

You go through around 200 each morning.

Before 8 o'clock, you must have them classified and summarized.

Get me breakfast from downstairs.

Black coffee, no sugar.

Thank you.

Blue Stone is a long standing comprehensive investment bank.

Our core business is securities underwriting.

Find good companies,

help them with the IPO at a reasonable valuation.

Those who show up at our door are usually small with an unpredictable future.

[Freshly Made Chinese Hamburgers Vending Machines]

Wait ten minutes, spend $50,

you'll get a freshly made Chinese hamburger.

I'm vegetarian.

Maybe we can improve.

Our Airbag Vest has a built-in high performance chip

that can identify the body posture in 0.1 seconds and provide protection.

It's targeted at the elderly. Try it on.

Protection is as simple as that.

How do you resolve your cost versus mass production?

Well...

A quality IPO is something all investment banks would kill for.

An outstanding IPO proposal is the key to customer relations.

You must let them feel that you're more professional,

you know them better, and you can help them.

DYM, Da Yin Mei Biopharmaceuticals. I already made the initial contact.

You do the proposal, I take care of the client.

- Any questions? - No.

[DYM Biopharmaceuticals IPO Proposal]

[DYM Biopharmaceuticals IPO Proposal]

- Grandmaster. - Starting with the industry's a good practice.

But you must be straightforward.

Due diligence is a must, with genuine perception.

Otherwise, your proposal is routine with fancy words.

It's no different from lifeless garbage.

Get out.

♫ Makin' plans for the weekend ♫

[Entertaining Clients]

♫ Oh the ocean calls my name ♫

♫ Just been waiting for that perfect day ♫

Do a lot of people buy DYM?

[Nicotinamide Mononucleotide]

♫ Rainbows drive the clouds away ♫

♫ Never need to speed or hurry ♫

Grandmaster.

DYM wants to meet with us next Monday.

Congrats.

- Reply to them. - Okay.

♫ Hard to have a care or worry ♫

Well done.

You're a quick learner.

You taught me well.

Sweet talker. Should I let you do the talking later?

Can you manage?

Yes. If it's okay with you.

I'm okay if you want to do it.

Don't worry.

According to DYM's current business, [DYM Headquarters]

our first choice is A Shares GEM.

Momentum is strong for healthcare technology right now.

DYM has the traditional healthcare business as its base

and NMN as the future growth point.

A traditional model with both offensive and defensive strategies

will be favored by Mainland investors.

Riding on the current industry trend,

we suggest expanding your production capacity within the year...

The next part is very important. Hear us out.

Honestly, only out of respect for everyone in this room,

I'm still listening.

Mr. Han, it's okay. You can level with me.

Good job.

I wish to be listed overseas.

I want better estimates of market prospects and better accounting statements.

We'll take care of that. You just need to confirm and sign on it.

Mr. Han, I don't know what gave you that impression of Blue Stone.

I...

Listen.

Other investment banks are pounding on my door.

But I had my eye on Blue Stone's international reputation

and its capital operation ability.

Anti-aging is something everyone needs.

Giving it a P/E ratio of 100 is being short-sighted.

Mr. Han, but here's the actual situation.

NMN only passed the registration of the cosmetic raw materials.

It can only be sold domestically through an agent as a ODM product.

The regulation on the industry is still uncertain,

and the price war has already started.

Then do the valuation differently.

Use the forecast sales for the next five years as the basis.

You're the famous IPO promoter.

The cost of the IPO

and the private equity before the IPO are negotiable.

That sounds so alluring.

What do you think?

Young man, let's talk turkey.

Mr. Han, we have done an optimistic overall assessment

of the existing health care products stock and the elixir increment.

A P/E ratio of 100 is already a reasonable limit.

- Who is this kid? - Gao Han, my partner.

Kid, listen carefully.

The idea of valuation is an art, use your imagination.

As the IPO sponsor, we have an obligation to the investors.

Don't jerk me around. I know a thing or two about finance.

What are you trying to be? Objective? Righteous?

Shit.

You have a sweet deal and you turned it down.

Blue Stone is not my only choice.

Grandmaster?

Let's go.

- Grandmaster? - Let's go home.

Grandmaster, please come down. It's dangerous.

I'm fine. I come here often.

Get over here.

What are we doing up here?

When I first started out in the business,

I was under so much pressure I became depressed.

One time, I came up here and I had a sudden urge to jump.

When I was standing up here, I realized

a living cat is better than a dead tiger.

It's good to be alive.

That's why you come here when you're upset?

In the 17th century,

when the first stock certificate was issued in the Netherlands,

the idea was to provide a channel to raise funds

to run a costly business.

While society can prosper, ordinary citizens can make some money.

Investment banks used to stand for more than wealth.

They also symbolized authority.

We help good companies stand out from the rest

and provide a return to the shareholders.

And now?

It's nothing but business, and always dirty.

You won't do it? Someone else will.

Human greed turned financial markets into a casino.

The recent projects I handle,

nine out of ten...

end up like The Old Man and the Sea. I return empty-handed.

"Everything about him was old, except his eyes,"

"and they were the same color as the sea,"

"and were cheerful and undefeated."

That's me.

You want me to sell my body? Absolutely.

But make something up?

Never.

Watch carefully.

This is the real world.

Here's Mr. Han's number.

I won't impose on anyone.

You can call him.

With this project under your belt,

everyone at Blue Stone will want you under their wing.

Seriously. No strings attached.

The stock market is about investment and speculation.

Many people treat it like a casino,

but even then, we must give out real chips.

This is my bottom line as a financier.

Or else, countless shareholders will lose fortunes and jump off rooftops.

Big boy becomes a big man now.

Good.

A toast to you.

Todd Zhang must have a hole in his head. [Todd Zhang takes apart a chopper]

He took apart a chopper for a valuation.

He's a lunatic.

Cutting the valuation is cutting his own bonus.

He must have a screw loose in his head.

It's good, he's on the financial news, but who wants to work with him now?

Besides, I got wind.

DYM is not happy with his valuation and wants another investment bank.

He brought it upon himself.

A scrawny camel is still bigger than a horse.

We need to remove this thorn in my side to get on with our big project.

Don't worry.

I'll do my best to make him under perform

and follow through with the layoff plan.

♫ Hit the lights, roll the film ♫

♫ Here we go, we're shootin' ♫

♫ Turn it on, all your charm ♫

♫ You're a pro improving ♫

♫ Such a star in the sky ♫

Hey.

Hey.

Grandmaster, manners.

♫ Isn't life excitin'? ♫

Hey. What's going on?

Can you please tell me?

- Better now? - Yes.

I'm talking to you.

♫ You stole the show ♫

♫ You made your name ♫

♫ You've got everything ♫

♫ That's fortune and fame ♫

♫ You can't say no ♫

♫ Gotta play the game ♫

I'm going.

♫ Because it's all about the fortune and fame ♫

♫ Fortune and fame ♫

- Morning, Uncle He. - Morning.

You're here early.

- The light burnt out yesterday. - Yeah.

It's nothing. Try it now.

Okay.

Thank goodness for you.

I spent half a day trying to fix it yesterday.

I did all sorts of odd jobs when I was young and learned a few things.

They call me the jack of all trades.

But I'm old now,

I can only work shifts, cleaning and repairing.

To see people make so much money from the stock market,

I'm itching to try my luck.

I wanted to use my meager savings to invest,

but Master Zhang stopped me and called me a sucker.

You should listen to him. It's for your own good.

Then why is he investing for other people?

How did you know?

Let me tell you,

the men's room is where you hear everything.

That's what I heard.

I know some people consider him an eyesore.

But in private,

they bought a lot of shares from the IPOs he handled.

They said in the long run, it'll make a lot of money.

Is that true? Absolutely.

Listen, Master Zhang is the most capable and honest person around here.

Even people who hate him say so.

Listen kid, pull yourself together.

You go down the right path, you'll find your Shangri-la.

- Does that sound classy? - Yes.

Thanks.

Go for it.

♫ You know you're getting paid ♫

♫ You know it doesn't get much better than this ♫

Hello? How can I help you?

Lucky Dog products are all here?

Yes. Everything is here.

- Have you heard of this brand? - I know of it, but never tried it.

♫ That's fortune and fame ♫

- How was it? - Not too bad.

Ms. Ma, your mail.

♫ You gotta play the game ♫

♫ Because it's all about the fortune and fame ♫

[Lucky Dog IPO Proposal]

♫ You stole the show ♫

♫ You made your name ♫

Blue Stone, Gao Han speaking.

I have never seen a proposal that looks like a magazine.

You liken the outlook of my company to the Moutai of pet food.

That's an interesting thought.

I hope your proposal can surprise me.

- Grandmaster. - What?

Lucky Dog wants to meet with us next week.

Yes.

Lucky Dog is the market leader. That's worth a drink.

Get a move on the proposal. I'll find out what Ma Na likes.

[Lucky Dog IPO Proposal]

♪ Happy birthday to you ♪

♪ Happy birthday to Danny ♪

♪ Happy birthday to you. ♪

A big happy birthday to Danny.

Many happy returns.

And all the best.

Thanks.

Let's take a 30-minute break.

Those who need to use the toilet, go now.

I'll sing for you later. Okay?

Great.

What are you doing here?

Come...

You're drunk.

That's my business.

Who are you? It's my business.

Right. I'm just a passerby.

This is the dividend from your father's stock.

They have never given one out before. This is very rare.

The stock you told him to buy?

I didn't tell him to buy it. He asked me if he should follow.

And you said okay.

I didn't say that. I just told him the price was okay.

You let him do it nevertheless.

When I bought it for him, the price doubled.

- But he... - It still became a penny stock.

I work here at night.

For ¥1,800, you expect me to set an alarm,

get up early, and queue up at the bank?

I'll cash it in for you tomorrow.

When the money is gone, you can make more.

But when a person is gone, they're gone.

You get my drift?

Too well.

My father is gone.

You give me a check. What are you getting at?

I'm trying very hard to forget. Why the hell did you remind me again?

I'll cash it in for you tomorrow.

I had too much to drink.

What song do you want to hear? I'll sing it for you.

Anything.

All those...

The price you paid for love will stay with you forever.

Those sincere and infatuated words will always be in my heart

even though he is gone.

Sorry, Grandmaster.

Calm down.

Relax. Client relationship is crucial.

Make them trust us. Better yet, make them like us.

I understand.

We're here to see Ms. Ma.

We represent Blue Stone.

No golf, no small talk. I'm not here to make friends.

Of course not. Let's talk about business.

Ms. Ma, please take a look.

I like surprises.

Other people care about profit.

Me? It depends on my mood.

Take a look. Maybe you'll be surprised.

What do you know about dogs?

A lot.

Your Bichon Frisé is no more than five months old, right?

Ms. Ma, it won't eat that.

Because this is targeted for big dogs.

This is your latest product,

targeted for pedigree pups up to six months old.

Yo.

Yo. I have never met a Party B who knows my products better than I.

Did you write the proposal?

Yes, under my mentor's guidance.

You know dogs?

Me, too.

My encounter with dogs started with a German Shepherd.

I was little then, no taller than the dog.

Luckily, the owner showed up just in time,

and a piece was bitten off my head.

Let me see.

Where?

- Here... - What a pity.

Just a little bit...

Ms. Ma.

Here. I'm sorry...

- I'm sorry... - Don't move. I'll get that.

I'll do it.

You have a smell.

Really? I showered before I left.

The smell of youth.

You don't use perfume?

I'm not used to it.

Me, too.

Maybe we'll find common ground in business.

We should get to know each other better.

Drop by my place tonight. Let's talk about the IPO.

It's settled.

She's not young, but still quite sexy.

Can you tell if she's interested in me?

- I can't tell. - Exactly.

She's interested in you.

"Drop by my place tonight. Let's talk about the IPO."

Hey, even I'm tempted, okay?

Just kidding. Don't go if you don't want to.

Grandmaster, you're in perfect health. Maybe you should go.

- Well? - Why not?

Hello. I'm here to see Ms. Ma.

- Hello. - Hello.

- This is your hat. - Huh?

Please come this way.

- There you are. - Ms. Ma.

Oh dear.

I'm so happy to see you again.

I put on perfume for you. Like it?

Smells good.

You like whiskey, too?

Of course.

My mentor likes it, too.

Here's a toast to you.

Hard liquor is always more fun.

Come on. Cheers.

Ms. Ma, I brought your IPO proposal.

Please take a look.

Under this pretty candlelight, what's the point of bringing that up?

I make clean money with my products.

Look at you...

I have reservations about Blue Stone's business ethics.

What are you willing to do to put my mind at rest?

Hang on. This is a gift from my girlfriend.

Get off it.

Don't play hard to get.

Here...

Ms. Ma.

I'm here to talk about business.

We have sales channels with the widest coverage,

the most reasonable price,

and a series of market value maintenance services.

Choosing Blue Stone is about mutual trust.

- Please take a look. - Mutual trust?

Okay.

Each bag of Lucky Dog

bears a mark that indicates the contents meet the standard of human food.

You want me to trust you?

- Do you trust Lucky Dog? - Of course.

Eat this.

Eat this and you'll get the project.

Or you can eat something else.

I know how much you want this project.

Someone indecisive is destined to be a loser for life.

Eat this...

or me.

You have guts.

I need reassurance on Blue Stone's strength

to underwrite Lucky Dog's volume.

You need a bigger appetite.

At least bigger than his.

That's enough.

We'll sign on Monday.

Thank you, Ms. Ma.

Thanks.

Helen.

- I'm here. - Helen.

I didn't mean to disturb you on your day off.

But HQ rejected our list of layoffs.

What guarantee did you give me?

The newly appointed HR Director in Europe is Todd Zhang's student.

Everything is about connections.

Not just Zhuo Neng,

even HC Technology can't get past internal audit.

What now? Should we postpone?

Postpone? Will they wait?

Other investment banks are after them, too.

Tell me what to do.

Do two things for me.

One, go over the figures, redo everything.

Make sure there are no loopholes.

- Okay. - Two...

I want all the department heads, executive directors

and senior analysts pulled into our project.

Right away.

Grandmaster.

Here's the contractual framework. See if you have any questions.

If not, I'll have it formally drafted by Legal.

Did you get her to sign the letter of intent?

She gave me her word.

Okay.

A verbal agreement must be turned into a written contract ASAP.

- Thanks, Grandmaster. - Sure.

Hello, Blue Stone. We have an appointment with Ms. Ma at 4 o'clock.

This way, please.

Hi. Is Ms. Ma still busy?

She's with a client. Please wait.

This is my fifth cup, Miss.

Enjoy.

- Where's Ms. Ma? - She's not in the office today.

- I thought she was with a client. - She had a meeting elsewhere.

Thank you.

Let's go. I heard she gave it to Lilai.

The number you dialed cannot be reached.

Please try again later.

The number you dialed cannot be reached at the moment.

Please try again later.

Open up.

Ms. Ma, you gave me your word. You went back on your word.

Sorry.

[End of internship]

You'll get what you want.

There's a meeting.

All-hands meeting.

Folks, according to Blue Stone's regulations,

any financing over 500 million

must be unanimously approved by the Internal Audit Committee.

But after President Tom starting running our China office two years ago,

we haven't had a chance to sit down together.

And we have almost forgotten that Blue Stone used to be synonymous with mega deals.

In the end, HQ gave him time off as his annual reward.

But unfortunately,

when he was in Australia, a kangaroo put him in a hospital.

Now, Helen is in charge.

In a mere six months,

we have reached cooperation intention with many industry leaders,

including the circuit board giant HC Technology.

Blue Stone will handle HC's IPO overseas

and HQ has put Helen in charge.

We have reasons to believe Blue Stone is back on track.

Are we here for the internal audit or to gloat?

I'm good at sucking up.

Keep up with the applause. I'll sing while you dance.

The sound of applause.

- Todd Zhang, no monkey business. - My heart knows better...

That's enough.

- Dance. - That's enough.

Sing...

Up next, I'd like to elaborate on the details of the project.

Let's look at the slides for the highlights of the IPO.

If you have no questions, please sign on it.

Todd, have you finished the review?

Yes.

If you have any questions, you can ask me now.

I can't find any problems.

Then why don't you just sign it?

Did you even review it? Why did you unanimously agree?

What do you mean?

This is the joint effort of Blue Stone's best. Of course it's perfect.

Are you questioning every colleague of every department?

What joint effort?

A joint effort to get this signed at top speed?

I think I get it now.

You're jealous.

I'm jealous?

When I was a CFA,

the majority of the people in this room were small potatoes.

The world-renowned master showing off his qualifications again.

- I've had enough. - So what?

Letting you sit in is a mere formality, understand?

Then why don't you skip over me?

Lose some weight and skip over me.

I'll gain some weight and crush you.

I will dodge.

The meeting is not yet over.

At least give a reason for not signing.

I don't like you.

For performance, you let shareholders bear all the risks.

What's the point?

I'm a member of the Internal Audit Committee,

I have the right to postpone signing.

Let's go.

Here...

- Try this. - Thank you.

I have seen your work. Senior Manager caliber.

You flatter me. Grandmaster taught me a lot.

That reminds me of a story.

Once upon a time, there was a young man, who spent a lifetime learning to slay dragons.

By the time he finished his training,

he realized there were no more dragons to slay.

Here.

Cheers.

In this world, 2 percent of the people control 80 percent of the wealth.

Even a global investment bank like Blue Stone is into class solidification.

You're not even qualified for the rat race.

The chance to turn your life around only happens once in a lifetime.

Take a look.

[HC Technology Limited Market Research Report Verification]

I'm sorry.

I only need his signature on this.

How you get it is your business.

You'll turn full-time and get a promotion, and a flat as your special reward.

Your decision will determine your destiny.

Bill, please. Put it on my tab.

Grandmaster.

To fake a report like this,

Helen is a genius.

Maybe it's real.

I hope so, too.

I don't get it. Why do you think there's a problem?

I have handled hundreds of deals.

Not finding a problem in the numbers is a problem itself.

Right.

You don't believe me?

Of course I do.

I just think refusing to sign needs a good reason.

You're right.

This entire report is about HC Technology's R&D on their new product.

I checked their recruitment ads over the past two years.

Have a look.

They have been hiring factory workers but no technical experts.

That alone is suspicious.

I want to do a due diligence.

Grandmaster, every department was involved.

They're accountable if anything should go wrong.

No...

It's not about accountability. It's a matter of principle.

Due diligence is a must.

Are you interested?

Can I?

I trust you. I'm giving you a letter of authorization.

Help me find out. Find the problem.

Completing a project is performance.

So is helping Blue Stone avoid risks. Okay?

Okay.

This is one of our cleaning consoles.

Everything is cleaned over here.

Majority of the raw materials are placed over here.

Operation is the same on this side.

I need to see your patented parts and the purchase record of your raw materials.

The details are here.

Right here.

[HC Industrial Group Sales Figures]

[2019 HC Industrial Group Statistics of Sales]

[HC Industrial Group Limited]

I knew there was a big problem.

Good job.

If you're fine with it, sign on the last page.

Other than the copy to Risk Management,

I'd like you to sign another copy for HQ in Europe.

Sure.

The soft copy should be sent out simultaneously.

Of course.

Next month, I'll report back to HQ in Europe.

I will apply to turn you into a full-time employee.

Full-time?

I'm somebody in Europe.

Why didn't you tell me sooner?

Only with this report can I be 80 percent sure.

Ms. Li.

Are you sure about the full-time position?

Absolutely.

Only 80 percent sure?

Want me to sign a letter of commitment?

No.

Remember when you first came here?

Of course.

Helen knows I don't take interns.

But she assigned you to me anyway.

She obviously wanted to snuff out a capable young man.

I don't know what she was thinking, but I don't like her.

So, I trained up an investment bank elite.

Look at you now.

I was right about you.

Thanks, Grandmaster.

I'll fetch you a cup of coffee.

Bring that back.

Is there a problem?

Oh.

[End of internship]

You want me to sell my body? Absolutely.

But make something up?

Never.

You'll turn full-time and get a promotion,

and a flat as your special reward.

[Market Research Report Verification]

[Authorized Representative: Todd Zhang, Executive Director]

Good job.

What's this?

A verbal agreement must be turned into a written contract.

I want 100 percent guarantee on a full-time job and a bonus.

[Cooperation Agreement]

Todd taught you well.

Also, I want to be there when we sign with HC Technology.

Making demands now?

Only on HC, not you.

I'm pleased to hear Blue Stone has finally reached an internal consensus.

President Jason, let's review the info before we sign the contract.

Gao Han, what are you doing?

Due diligence?

What's going on?

Helen, what's the meaning of this?

You're excused.

Actually, Blue Stone made a more detailed assessment of your company.

Todd Zhang's signature.

[Authorized Representative: Todd Zhang, Executive Director]

[Authorized Representative: Todd Zhang, Executive Director]

What game is Blue Stone playing?

I will sue you.

What's the meaning of this?

Mr. Ou, there's no need to jump the gun.

Please explain why the products you sold

are more than the raw materials you purchased.

We have inventory.

Inventory?

By shipping in and out of the pier?

That's a lot of inventory indeed.

What right do you have to investigate our company?

Helen?

I have no right to interfere with a normal due diligence.

Gao Han is one of our full-time analysts.

I think there has been a misunderstanding.

I suggest we double Blue Stone's commission

and increase Blue Stone's initial shares by 5 percent.

How about that?

On account of his exceptional performance during his internship,

the IBD of Blue Stone China officially hires Mr. Gao Han as an analyst.

Bravo.

Here's your letter of appointment.

Thank you.

Sorry, Grandmaster.

I quit. Helen is your Grandmaster.

A man can be destroyed,

but not defeated.

♫ Walking in the rain ♫

♫ Feet go splish-splash ♫

♫ Hearts beat so fast ♫

[Managing Director, Todd Zhang] ♫ Clouds cover the day ♫

♫ But we stay close ♫

♫ Love won't fade away ♫

[Beloved Father, Li Guo Qiang]

♫ Dancing in the street ♫

♫ With the raindrops ♫

You still remember Dad's death anniversary?

Yes.

♫ Our two hearts meet ♫

I quit.

I left Blue Stone.

I always thought I was waiting for a protege

and we could be a different breed in this industry.

Just realized yesterday, I was just waiting for someone to betray me.

I was wrong.

You're angry with your protege?

No, I'm not.

It's just that my heart is telling me

I can't work with someone who betrayed me in the same company.

You finally figured it out?

I repeatedly explained to you and you just didn't get it.

How could you not get it?

Dad jumped off a building after he lost his fortune in stocks.

How could I marry the guy who told him to buy stocks?

I get it now.

I know and I understand.

I never blamed you. Seriously.

What will you do now that you quit? Retire?

I'll listen to you sing every day.

Haven't you heard enough?

Go make some deals. You enjoy talking business.

Between you and me, there's only love and nothing else.

Spare me your sweet talk.

I like sweet talk.

Let me woo you again.

Go ahead.

Really?

Dad heard you.

Did you hear me?

He's laughing.

Please come in.

I'll go look inside.

I'm so happy.

This place is huge.

- Like it? - Absolutely.

So nice to have money.

So nice.

As long as you're happy, everything is worth it.

I'm very happy every single day.

They decorated it like I wanted.

Like it?

Very much. Thank you.

I'm now President of Blue Stone China and a global equity partner.

I made an exception and made you Senior Manager of the IBD.

We will promote from within

and choose a capable manager to assist the president.

Ms. Li, you have a video conference.

I'm going to Hong Kong on Friday. Come with me.

Okay.

[Hong Kong, China]

Are you okay?

Stop it.

Go to bed. Stop it.

Get some rest.

Get some rest.

Don't go.

Relax. I don't have time for a relationship.

You may go.

- It's for Mr. Zhang. - Leave it there.

[Todd Zhang Independent Consultany Co. Ltd.]

President Wayne, I never imagined the first appointment of my consulting firm

would be a net meeting with you.

What can I do for you?

This is the highest honor awarded by Blue Stone Headquarters.

This is a special contribution award and it's for you.

Everyone was so sorry to see you so suddenly resign.

I remember when we joined the company, we all wanted that award.

It's strange to get it now that I have left.

Blue Stone's door is always open for you.

I appreciate it.

But being an independent financial adviser suits me better.

When can you come over?

We have a special medal presentation ceremony for you.

I want to come now.

Haven't seen you for years. I'd love to have a drink with you.

- You better keep your word. - Yeah.

Zhuo Neng's IPO has entered the implementation stage.

Chris, you're in charge of the planning stage.

Give us an update.

Zhuo Neng is our biggest project this year.

It involves business restructuring, divestiture of assets,

and complicated preparation work on accounting and auditing.

All aspects are progressing in an orderly manner.

Yes, since we submitted the application,

it has been tough every step of the way.

- Don't mention it. - How about...

I let you take a long break and give you the project bonus.

Why?

Because I have a better candidate.

Who?

I intend to let Gao Han take over.

Give a big project like this to Gao Han?

Helen, we need someone with more experience.

Gao Han's ability is evident to all.

Why didn't I see it?

More importantly,

his personal relationship with the Chu family will help facilitate the deal.

You can let him assist. But to put him in charge?

I'll be steering the project.

He's too young.

Chris, calm down. Please.

Gao Han, he doesn't think so highly of you.

Can you manage?

Thank you, Ms. Li.

Please believe in me. I have complete confidence.

I also guarantee I have the ability to take over the project.

Gao Han, can you really do it?

Looks like you don't agree with my decision.

- We just think Gao Han... - You're challenging my decision?

You don't want a vacation? I still have a layoff list.

Fine. Sack me.

Hold on...

Please give me a few minutes.

Let Helen and I discuss this, okay?

Let's take five. Get yourselves a cup of coffee.

Are you nuts? Why are you pissing everyone off?

Lean on them now to make sure they don't screw it up later.

Okay, level with me. Are you in love with Gao Han?

Use your brain.

We must get the Bet-on Agreement with Zhuo Neng.

- Gao Han. - Yeah?

He can ride on his relationship with the Chus and get it for us.

Contact New D.

Ask them to get a bigger market share

and force the Chus to make up their minds.

Carrot and stick. Right away.

The proposal is ready.

Please take a look.

This is your big shot at getting promoted.

Not to mention a 10-million bonus.

I stuck my neck out for you.

Don't let me down.

I'll do my best. Thank you.

Run along.

Oh. Don't be late for tomorrow's cocktail party.

I have loads of people I want you to meet.

Very well.

This is Gao Han, our Senior Manager of IBD.

- This is Mr. Li. - Hello, Mr. Li.

Here's my card. Nice to meet you.

I look forward to working with you.

- Definitely. - Yeah.

Thank you.

Are you in a hurry? You have something more important to do?

It's okay. Get going.

Okay. I'm leaving. Thanks.

Sorry.

I've been so busy lately, I didn't spend enough time with you.

You come home late every night. Where have you been?

Either entertaining clients or working overtime. Where else can I be?

I'm tired.

Xiao Hui.

A lot happened lately.

But I promise when I make enough money, we'll spend quality time together.

Xiao Hui.

Happy birthday.

My birthday is at the beginning of the month. Today is your birthday.

Good night.

Happy birthday. Make a wish.

Done.

Let me guess. You want to go on a vacation.

How about Switzerland?

Great. When?

Next month.

Blue Stone wants to give me a medal.

Let's go on a trip. Along the way, I can pick it up and meet some friends.

Meet some friends? Pick up a medal?

- Yes. - That's work.

No, we're on a trip.

When you truly want us to go away together,

ask me again.

You win.

Also, I want to go somewhere with no network,

somewhere no one can find us or bother us.

- No network? - Yes.

- No one can find us? - Yes.

That's so romantic.

I like it.

Sweet talker.

You're finally back from the race.

Mr. Gao.

Long time no see.

How is Uncle Chu?

Something wrong with his heart lately. He was in the hospital for a few days.

Was it serious?

Nothing major.

Probably just tired from flying around, expanding the market.

Here, have some coffee.

Gao Han.

Uncle Chu.

Long time no see.

They said they're sending someone I know, I guessed it must be you.

I'm impressed. You're a project manager already.

You should learn from him.

I came back to help you, didn't I?

Gao Han and I will follow up with the IPO. Don't worry, okay?

Your heart is in racing. I'd rather count on you.

- Show him the ropes, okay? - Don't worry.

You should mind your health.

Right.

- I'll give you a tour. - Sure.

Harness wind or solar energy to electrolyze water,

extract hydrogen, and transport it to where it is needed,

then restore it to water to release electrical energy.

The key is how to ensure the safe loading of this high pressured hydrogen.

I can tell you, Zhuo Neng is developing a new energy storage material

that can improve the loading capacity and safety by ten times.

Our target is a cost efficient and eco-friendly way

to produce a steady supply of hydrogen energy.

Once it becomes fully commercialized,

we can break New D's monopoly and lower the price of electricity.

For the R&D, the money from the IPO may not be enough

for building a new plant and market expansion.

Blue Stone proposed a Bet-on Agreement to ensure further financing.

I'd like to hear your comments.

I'll get back to you after I review it.

Risk Management has reservations

about Zhuo Neng's pre-IPO private equity and the entire listing sponsorship.

Without the Bet-on Agreement,

Risk Management would think Mr. Chu isn't confident in the business growth.

In a capital market, onfidence is more precious than gold.

How can I proceed?

Actually, Blue Stone offered an excellent proposal.

The Bet-on Agreement means more confidence. That's not too much to ask.

Mr. Chu is inclined toward the Bet-on Agreement.

I'll need greater authority to proceed.

No problem. You have my full support.

Except for the final indemnity clause, everything else is negotiable.

If the stock price drops below HKD 10 in the secondary market,

Zhuo Neng must buy back all Blue Stone shares at HKD 10 per share

or Blue Stone may choose a gratuitous transfer of 10 percent of shares owned by Chu Zhi Hong.

Any questions?

No.

Don't worry.

While I'm with Blue Stone,

we're in this together.

Of course.

Sales dropped 20 percent this quarter,

New D is fighting us for the market share.

Dad is very anxious.

I fought for better terms on the Bet-on Agreement.

If Zhuo Neng can guarantee the revenue growth for the next two years,

Blue Stone will ensure two additional financings of no less than 5 billion.

Dad, Gao Han did the assessment.

There's a 90 percent chance the odds are in our favor.

Financing is what we need most.

What if Blue Stone wants shares as compensation?

Blue Stone will become the second largest shareholder.

The interests of our companies will be further bound together.

But, most investment banks would choose the money.

Uncle Chu, I must remind you,

there are risks involved in Bet-on Agreements.

Don't sound so old school.

If you were the Chairman of Zhuo Neng,

would you sign it?

Yes.

You take our phones and turn on the electromagnetic shielding here.

- Mike. - Yes.

It looks like today we have good news.

You guessed right.

The Chu family finally signed the valuation adjustment agreement.

Zhuo Neng is betting that with the hydrogen storage terminal,

they can overtake on a curve.

But there is no "selective semi-permeable membrane"

and that's the key technology for hydrogen production.

We have privately acquired the core suppliers

and we can cut off the supply anytime.

Good.

A large amount of liquidated damages and semi-finished product inventory

can break down the capital chain of Zhuo Neng.

When the time comes,

we together beat the share price below HKD 10.

Fine.

And the Chu family will lose 10 percent of the shares in the bet

and lose their absolute control right.

Then New D will take over Zhuo Neng,

swallowing their new technology,

borrow their shell to market.

Five, four, three, two, one.

Zhuo Neng, the rising star in new energy

is listed on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong [HKEX] today

and announced their development of a new hydrogen storage technology

has made significant progress.

Zhuo Neng's share price is on the rise...

Zhuo Neng is on fire...

You need 500K to trade in the Southbound Stock Connect.

Chief, your dad's rich.

It's my dad's account.

Is he good at this?

I'm delivering takeouts with you guys, what do you think?

Do you know what business Zhuo Neng is in?

New energy.

But I don't know the specifics.

You check the test and appraisal for a ¥100 power bank.

But you would put tens of thousands of dollars on a stock you know nothing about?

Listen, Chief.

Everyone knows all the money is on Zhuo Neng.

Yes.

Just follow the rich and you can't go wrong.

Take a chance, even a bike can turn into a motorbike.

Damn. You're already riding a motorbike.

Chief, can you help us?

- Exactly. I'll transfer the money to you. - I'm in.

- I'm in. - Help me out.

- Congrats, Mr. Gao. - Thanks.

- Hello, Mr. Gao. - Hi.

- Mr. Gao, congrats. - Thanks.

- Uncle He. - Mr. Gao.

What happened to your face?

Oh, my wife fell.

I tried to grab her, and I bumped into something.

If you need any help, just let me know.

Right.

Mr. Gao.

I need to trouble you with something.

Everyone is saying Zhuo Neng can still go higher. Is that true?

Uncle He, there are risks involved in stocks.

Zhuo Neng is listed in Hong Kong.

I know...

My wife needs surgery, I don't want to bother the kids.

I want to try my luck. You think it's okay?

I have friends in Hong Kong. They can help me buy it.

Do you trust me?

You're Master Zhang's protege. Of course I trust you.

Didn't you know?

Know what?

Nothing.

Right now, Zhuo Neng is not too expensive.

Oh. I see.

Watch your step.

[Zurich, Switzerland]

[TD Sequential]

Hey, Wayne.

What's up?

Zhuo Neng's got strong momentum,

several key clients want to hold long term stakes of Zhuo Neng.

They asked me to analyze and assess.

Here. The share price and trading pattern chart I made.

What's the problem?

Take a look. This is spoofing followed by pump and dump tricks.

Yeah, big long or short on such a hot stock is normal.

Maybe it's just some raider hot money.

Which hot money tycoon could play such a big game?

What are you saying?

Obviously, there are some big institutional players

testing the market with unknown intentions.

Blue Stone is also a major shareholder of Zhuo Neng.

I definitely suggest you watch out for this.

Okay.

All right.

Let's enjoy some music and wine.

You know about this?

Todd, I'm glad you're here.

Times have changed. All that matters now is making money.

How doesn't matter.

If you would rather keep yourself apart from it and not dirty your hands,

that's a very rare trait these days.

I have a lot of respect for it.

Just respect?

This is the best I can do.

Hi, Todd. Long time no see.

You left a bottle of good wine here.

Times have changed.

When it is in the wrong place, flavor changes.

- Hello, are you Ms. Xu Xiao Hui? - Yes.

- You have a package. - Thanks.

Today, I'm cooking specially for you.

We agreed to stick to business.

Oh.

You're overthinking.

Just focus on work. I took care of things for you.

What have you done?

I thought I shouldn't leave without saying goodbye.

After all, we've been together for so long.

Xiao Hui.

Some things... I had no choice.

I'm only doing this for our future.

For our future?

Everything is for our future?

Including this?

Look at you.

A money-making and quibbling Gao Han...

is not the man I know.

It's over for us.

[Room Type: Deluxe Room]

[Guest Name: Li Hai Lun, Gao Han]

[Ms. Li]

I'm sorry, Xiao Hui.

Breaking news. Morse Technology, the core supplier of

semi-permeable membranes for hydrogen production announced today

due to a business re-organization, it will cut off supply to Zhuo Neng Energy.

Industry insiders expect Zhuo Neng's hydrogen production capacity to plummet,

causing Zhuo Neng to lose orders worth over USD 1 billion.

And suffer other immeasurable indirect losses. [Zhuo Neng faces biggest survival crisis]

[New D is likely behind Zhou Neng's plight]

Zhuo Neng's share price plunged and recorded a cumulative drop of over 70 percent.

Damn. I didn't sell at record high.

Chief, cut loss for me.

You're sure?

Yeah, cut it.

And you? Yes or no?

At this rate? Leave it.

Helen, the bearish report on Zhuo Neng is done.

Take a look.

Issue an announcement.

Blue Stone plans to sell 4 percent of its shares.

I want the share price to drop below ¥10 tomorrow.

Blue Stone, Zhuo Neng's major shareholder, announced its shareholding reduction

and issued a strong short selling rating

and triggered panic selling in the market.

Hello, since you didn't meet the margin call,

your stocks have been liquidated.

Your total liability is ¥3,658,921.

Hello.

- Brother Yu. - Brother Yu.

Dad, all the banks rejected our loan application.

We don't have enough cash to stabilize the share price.

It's going to drop below ¥10.

What's wrong with Blue Stone?

They're one of our major shareholders. Why did they issue a short selling rating?

That's suicide.

Where's Gao Han?

He turned off his phone. I couldn't reach him.

Mr. Chu, Blue Stone wants to see you.

Mr. Chu, I'm here to inform you the Bet-on Agreement has been triggered.

Don't worry. I will raise the money as soon as possible.

Based on HKD 10 per share,

I'll buy back all your shares.

No need. We chose the second option.

A gratuitous transfer of 10 percent shares.

If you don't want to sign, we can still apply to have it enforced.

The result is the same.

Dad.

Thank you.

Dad, look.

New energy giant New D bought Zhuo Neng shares in block trades.

It has accumulated 5 percent to date

and will continue to increase the stake.

These people...

They're in this together.

Dad, are you okay?

Dad.

You're awake?

How long have I been out?

Two days.

Your pneumothorax is not too serious. You just need to rest.

Thank you.

[Bet-on Agreement takes effect. Zhuo Neng controlling shares change hands]

[Shen Tian He Zheng Hospital]

Mr. Gao.

I thought you killed yourself for love.

You knew from the start the Bet-on Agreement was a trap, right?

Doing business is like going to war.

Zhuo Neng's IPO and technological reform

is like digging New D's ancestral tomb.

You used me?

And pass on the money, asshole?

Don't be childish. Come back to work.

I quit.

I'm not shameless like you.

You have no right to judge me.

You're the Senior Manager.

Your car, your flat, everything you own came from me.

You pushed them to sign the Bet-on Agreement.

You gave Mr. Chu a heart attack. He's now in the hospital.

And Todd...

Todd, the pain in the neck, you took care of him for me, too.

My pension is gone.

All gone.

Defib.

Chu Feng, is Uncle okay?

Damn you!

How dare you show your face.

We trusted you. What have you done?

You and Blue Stone scammed us.

Get out.

- Out! - Sir.

Excuse me, you're in a hospital.

Mr. Chu, I'm sorry.

We did everything we could.

Dad, I'm sorry. Dad...

Dad...

What's so funny?

Can we postpone our trip?

What is it?

Gao Han is in trouble.

After what he did to you? He's still your protege?

Didn't your heart tell you not to work with him?

Exactly. My heart is telling me this is not about us.

This is about justice in the financial world.

He's going to jump if I don't show my face.

Then go.

- You'll let me? - Of course.

If I don't, my heart will be telling me

if anything happens to him, I'll be held responsible.

I don't want that on my conscience.

Only because you made me.

- Go. - To hell and back.

- Get going. - Okay.

- Be careful. - Okay.

Someone is jumping from a building.

Lost everything in the stocks?

Get down.

Get down. Think about your kid and your family.

Your whole life is ahead of you. Get down here.

Let's talk about this.

- Don't take things too hard. - Standing over there is too dangerous.

- Get down here. - Get down, hurry up.

I'm Todd Zhang. He asked for me.

- Gao Han, get down from there. - Get down.

When I used to look up from down there, this place felt unattainable.

Now, looking down from up here,

it looks unfathomable down there.

Move.

Don't jump.

I figure if I jump,

will I land on a Ferrari, or just put a hole in the ground?

Don't you think forcing me to help you like this is a bit childish?

I think it's very mature.

I'm desperate, Grandmaster.

Serves you right!

I can only count on you.

You were the only financial expert who openly denounced Blue Stone and New D.

If they got away with this,

God knows how many other outstanding Chinese business entities

will become their prey.

Even if I agree to help you against Blue Stone,

your chance of winning is less than 1 percent.

If you lose, you'll be a nobody again in the financial world.

A man can be destroyed but not defeated.

You taught me that. Please, Grandmaster?

I like you.

But it doesn't mean I forgive you.

Word around town is that Blue Stone and New D together

wanted to take control of the company.

As New D continues to buy Zhuo Neng shares,

its shareholding ratio has exceeded 15 percent.

[Chu Zhi Hong, Cremation Ashes]

Thanks for letting me pay my last respects.

To think Dad and I trusted you.

I'm sorry.

I didn't catch on Blue Stone set a trap.

Go to hell. Finish paying your respect and get lost.

I quit Blue Stone.

In front of Uncle Chu, I hope you'll trust me one more time.

I will help you get Zhuo Neng back.

You and what army?

I can't.

But someone else can.

If you're willing.

[Hong Kong, China]

Grandmaster, he's here.

Hey.

Hello.

Mr. Zhang, thanks for your help.

Don't mention it.

Come this way.

New D bought 18 percent shares,

Blue Stone holds 16 percent. That's 34 percent total.

To avoid triggering a takeover offer,

before they have absolute control of Zhuo Neng,

they dare not admit they're persons acting in tandem.

I have no outside help,

I can pledge all my shares to raise funds to reclaim Zhuo Neng.

To reclaim Zhuo Neng, a pledge of shares won't raise enough money.

Not to mention you would face legal consequences.

We have two options.

Take a good look.

Take your time. Read carefully.

This one.

Better chances. Bigger price to pay.

If you lose, you have nothing left.

You're cleaned out.

Long time no see.

On my way over, I was wondering if you would show up.

I didn't expect you to be here early.

- I missed you. - Me, too.

I missed everyone at Blue Stone.

- Really? - Yes.

Hey...

The current cut-throat market is a waste of time and money.

Name your price. How can I buy back Zhuo Neng's shares?

- That's what you want to talk about? - Yeah.

You came to the wrong guy.

Blue Stone and New D hold the shares, not me.

- Not you? - Not me.

Then go talk to Helen.

You have money?

Of course. I'm Todd Zhang.

People who hate me won't give me money.

But proper investors love me too much.

I see.

I'll talk to Helen. Let her suspect me.

You're thinking too much. I just want a simple business deal.

Come on. I'll leave it to you.

Thank you. You're too kind.

Thank you.

[Lilai Securities]

Xiao Dong, I heard in this acquisition,

New D wanted to break up and ruin Zhuo Neng.

It's hard to say.

Did you buy any?

Hello.

Hello, how can I help you, sir?

Open a designated large denomination account for my boss.

Your boss is...

Mr. Chu Feng of Zhuo Neng Energy wants to regain control of his company.

An announcement will go out tomorrow.

I want your best trader.

Over here. Over here.

Word got out. More money should come in tomorrow.

The money I raised is sent to our offshore account.

Lilai is just a decoy.

These folks...

Hey.

They are top-notch traders. And can be trusted.

We're all set. Just waiting for Helen to take the bait.

[Zhuo Neng Group]

Mike, Zhuo Neng has unusual trading.

Find out where the hot money is from.

This is the latest HFT system.

Our setup cannot be worse than Blue Stone.

Look at these announcements.

Chu Feng is using Lilai Securities to solicit funds to buy back Zhuo Neng

and regain its controlling stakes.

And I thought it was someone else.

Where did he get the money?

I'm worried he found a white knight.

When his old man was still around, maybe.

But now? Who has shit for brains to play this game?

Ms. Li, Todd Zhang is here.

- What the hell for? - Todd?

Helen, long time no see.

You're not the bank roller behind Chu Feng, are you?

Of course not. I prefer to beat you fair and square.

Can you?

I'd like you to meet Prince of Chartralz.

I assume you have heard of him.

Your Highness, your reputation certainly does precede you.

So, why not tell us why you've come?

Todd Zhang is my agent.

You talk to him.

There's bad blood between Prince Ralz and the Chairman of New D.

There's also bad blood between Lilai

who handles His Highness' trust and Blue Stone.

And bad blood between you and me.

It's as simple as that.

Prince Ralz feels that petroleum energy is no longer for the future.

He's quite optimistic about Zhuo Neng.

It's not a wise move at all

for Your Highness to compete for the controlling shares of Zhuo Neng.

This is what we came to tell Blue Stone.

Blue Stone is always the one cautioning others.

Now leave.

I told you, Chu Feng found a white knight.

And Todd Zhang is on his side.

Shall we launch our counterattack now?

Let's check out the story about the prince.

Is that necessary?

You can't be too careless when you're up against Todd Zhang.

Thanks for your help.

- By the way... - Yes, that was fun.

I just contacted the real Prince Ralz. He'll send out a tweet in support.

It doesn't cost him a thing.

And he's happy to have the chance to disgust the Chairman of New D.

- Perfect plan. - Thank you, take care.

Thank you.

It checked out.

Prince Ralz has a score to settle with New D over their energy business.

Lilai has always handled his trust.

Check this out on Twitter.

He just posted it,

promising Chu Feng his full support.

Chu Feng is buying up shares. He swore to regain the controlling shares.

Helen, watch out for Todd Zhang.

HQ in Europe also has a Bet-on Agreement with New D.

If we don't get the controlling shares of Zhuo Neng, we're history.

We don't have much money left.

We're doomed if Helen doesn't panic.

Tell New D to buy up more shares.

Okay.

Push the price up one notch. Buy as much as you can.

Attention, everyone!

Buy in Zhuo Neng at a high price.

Whoever gets the designated quantity will get a double bonus!

Get to work.

Call up Zhuo Neng's small shareholders. Transfer their shares at a high price.

Right away.

[Blue Stone (China) Broker]

Blue Stone is buying shares in block trades.

Great.

Up...

Shut up.

- What's wrong with you? - I cut loss already.

Get back in.

No money.

You're lying.

Up...

Keep buying...

Come on, keep buying...

Push the price up and sell it to them.

Got it.

Buy as much as you can.

Never mind the price.

You still have 100,000 shares. Grab it!

[50712 Zhuo Neng Group 68.2 (+23)]

Helen...

Our shareholding with New D will be over 50 percent soon.

The battle for Zhuo Neng shares is in full swing.

The Securities and Futures Commission issued an inquiry,

Zhuo Neng Management claimed there will be major restructuring

and applied for suspended trading.

Oh shit.

When the market opens on Monday and we have the controlling stake,

we'll call a shareholders meeting and kick Chu Feng out.

[50712 Zhuo Neng Group suspended]

We can start.

Good boy. Thank you.

Hey. Your turn.

Blue Stone and New D didn't want to trigger a takeover bid,

and dare not admit they're persons acting in tandem.

On the table, you're still the biggest shareholder

with the right to hire and fire.

Talent is the foundation of technology.

Yes.

Everyone here is a Zhuo Neng Senior Engineer.

Strictly speaking, the new technology we're researching

has not passed the national acceptance test,

so Zhuo Neng doesn't have the patent yet.

On this table are copies of your letters of dismissal.

You are all fired.

When you want to win so bad, you'll be trapped in linear thinking.

Hey, what's most likely to cause a forest fire?

A littered cigarette butt?

Bottled water left behind by tourists.

What was supposed to put out a fire became a convex lens

and started a forest fire.

The new technology New D wanted most is that bottle of water.

You're holding it in your hands.

In addition, listen to me...

In addition...

Listen up.

I'm starting a new company called You Neng.

Those of you dismissed by Zhuo Neng

will not be bound by horizontal competition or technical dispute terms.

You are welcome to join You Neng.

The contracts are over here.

We're offering a basic salary of ¥2 million for a one-year contract.

Those who sign on the spot will get ¥1 million in advance.

- ¥1 million in advance? - That's a great offer.

A basic salary of ¥2 million? I'm in.

You Neng will also allocate shares.

The earnings from the new hydrogen technology will be shared among us.

Bravo.

Core technicians jump ship to a new company

to conduct research on hydrogen storage technology.

According to experts, losing the core technical team,

Zhuo Neng may become a shell company.

[Saturday]

[Sunday]

[Monday]

Folks, sell it all.

Crash it!

- Crash it. - Okay.

While the incident fermented over the weekend,

Zhuo Neng plunged when trading was resumed and its outlook is bleak.

According to a reliable source, New D may sell all its Zhuo Neng shares.

What shall we do? Are we still buying?

Stop!

Now? What about the shares we bought?

If New D doesn't want it, we have no use for a shell company.

We suffered a heavy loss. HQ won't let us off the hook.

Let's try to unload the shares.

Call Chu Feng.

Right now, only Chu Feng would want Zhuo Neng.

With so much unfavorable news, Zhuo Neng continues to plummet.

The SFC will investigate.

What are you trying to prove?

You're a different breed in the financial world?

Can you be more unscrupulous?

I guess I was wrong about you.

I was wrong about myself.

I couldn't be successful like you.

They're already investigating Chu Feng. You'll be next.

What's your hurry?

They're onto Mike, too. You're not worried about yourself?

We know what to do.

We'll never be like you, a loser with nothing.

You have no regrets at all?

Money never regrets!

Neither does justice!

[Hong Kong, China]

About the inside trading of Zhuo Neng, [SFC]

we're here to turn ourselves in and to make a report.

Please keep your phones at hand. We may need to contact you.

They revoked your qualifications and you lost your car and flat.

I'm sorry.

I should be sorry. Your penalty is heavier than mine.

What's your plan?

We'll see.

You run along. I'll wait for Grandmaster.

Keep in touch.

Take three days off. Give me the advisory report when you come back.

Thanks, Grandmaster.

You need to correct yourself. Start calling me "Boss."

Hey, I hired Uncle He for cleaning. Do you have an issue with it?

How is Uncle He?

He's okay.

The stock market is highly volatile.

Someone will always get their fingers burnt.

Help as many as we can.

Chu Feng, Director and Acting Chair,

convicted of insider trading and market manipulation,

sentenced to jail for 4 years and 5 months.

Banned from serving as director of any listed companies

and securities trading for 5 years.

According to the Securities and Futures Ordinance,

the SFC applied to the court for a compensation order to compensate investors.

Helen Li, CEO of Blue Stone,

convicted of multiple charges of insider trading and market manipulation,

sentenced to jail for 7 years and banned from the industry for 8 years.

According to the Securities and Futures Ordinance,

the SFC applied to the court for a compensation order to compensate investors.

Mike, Investment Manager of Blue Stone,

convicted of multiple charges of insider trading and market manipulation.

Sentenced to jail for 5 years and 8 months. Banned from the industry for 5 years.

The SFC applied to the court for a compensation order to compensate investors.

Todd Zhang & Gao Han,

convicted for facilitating market manipulation,

sentenced to jail for 6 months with a 3-year suspension.

Banned from all SFC licensed activities for 3 years.

According to the Securities and Futures Ordinance,

the SFC applied to the court for a compensation order to compensate investors.