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Dear God,

my son Ah Niu has never left home before.

Today, he's leaving for Hong Kong.

Bless him to stay healthy and everything goes smoothly.

After he's made some money and returns,

we will thank you again.

Mom, I'm done.

And now...your turn.

Alright, Ah Niu.

Your mom knows you are filial.

Uncle, should I pay my respects to you?

Touch wood, it's not my turn yet.

Ah Niu, when you're in Hong Kong,

keep things inside, don't talk nonsense.

You must be honest,

don't lie, got it?

Ah Niu, since you're leaving for the first time.

Just a small gift from me.

Thanks.

Ah Niu, this bottle of wine is for you.

Thanks.

We're poor, we don't have much.

This chicken is for you.

Thanks.

Thank you.

You shouldn't have.

Ah Niu appreciates it.

That's a fat chicken, we should take it.

Take it.

Ah Niu.

Anything else?

I want to look at my cow.

We should get going, the train's leaving soon.

Mom, we're off.

Alright, go on.

I'm a herder,

leaving for Hong Kong with my uncle.

I heard that it's easy to find a job there,

I heard that Hong Kong is a paradise.

My mom told me to work hard,

and I should behave well...

I can hear the sounds of the train moving,

I'm getting a bit worried.

I've never been away from home.

Now that I'm going to a new place on my own,

who's going to take care of my cow?

who's going to take care of the chicks?...

It's sad to leave my mom,

I'm like a lost little lamb.

Who will mend my broken socks and clothes?

Who will help when I'm bullied?

I don't want to be cold or starving.

I'm getting sad just thinking about this.

It seems to be a paradise here,

tall buildings and nice houses,

I've never seen anything like this.

I'm excited and tense.

I must earn enough to buy land back home,

and I'll get married...

Ah Niu, what are you doing standing there?

Unpack your things.

Uncle, the chicken almost got away.

What? Implying that we'll miss some golden chances?

Ah Niu, watch your words.

Dumb ass.

Zhou, have you gone mad?

How could you bring such a country bumpkin

into town?

Calm down, a country bumpkin like him

can help us to earn.

Earn?

I doubt it.

Don't worry, I have it figured out.

What are your plans for him?

I'll take him to meet Master San for an interview tomorrow.

Godfather, you've come back from the country?

Just arrived.

He's Ah Niu, from the country.

This is my god-daughter.

God-daughter.

You address her as Sister Meilian.

Have you brought your man?

Yes...his name is Ah Niu, my nephew.

He's an honest man,

though he is a bit silly,

he's a fast learner.

He looks quite honest,

I'm sure he won't try anything funny.

I could use your help.

Uncle, come...

Yes.

Ah Niu, wait here.

Four hundred dollars a month.

Money isn't an issue.

But I'd like to get one month's advance from you.

What? A month's advance?

You know, he's just arrived,

he's got nothing.

He could use some money to settle down.

Fine, one month's advance.

Ah Niu.

I've talked to the boss,

he will hire you.

What's my job?

He'll tell you, here's yours.

I get paid so soon?

Stay put, I'll go home first.

Open

What's my job, boss?

You're the Head of the Observatory.

Head of Observatory? What's that?

The lookout man.

Lookout?

Yes, be on the watch out (of water).

Right, got it.

Do you know how to?

Sure, I did that all the time back home.

You're a fast learner!

Then I don't need to teach you?

No.

Go outside and look out.

What are you doing?

On the watch out (of water).

Watch out of water?

Yes.

What's so interesting?

How do I know? My boss told me to do so.

He told you to?

He's given me a job.

He's paid me to be on the watch out here.

Where's your boss?

Upstairs.

Let's go.

You're looking for my boss?

I'll go with you.

The cops!

Ah Niu, what's going on?

I brought the two cops?

Shit! It's all your fault.

This is bad.

You are absolutely useless.

How could you take the cops there?

I didn't.

The cops wanted to meet the boss.

Alright...it's because you're stupid.

It's time!

Meilian's waiting for us.

Damn it!

Trying to revolt just because I haven't beaten you?

How dare you lecture me about my drinking?

Calm down, there's no need to be so angry.

Nagging me about my drinking!

Who do you think you are? Beat the crap out of you.

That's enough...let her go.

Ah Hua told you to quit drinking.

She's doing it for the family.

That's bullshit!

You bring the bad luck!

My son's dead because of you!

And now you're trying to kill me?

How could you say that?

If she won't let me drink, it's just like killing me.

Watch out, don't hurt the child!

You're unlucky, I must beat you to death!

So that you won't bring bad luck to my grandchild.

That's not fair.

She wouldn't.

Her life is poor.

You think she wants to be a widow?

She's destined to be unlucky.

My son's dead because of her.

Calm down, alright?

You want drinking money, right?

Ah Hua.

Ah Hua, give him your salary.

I'm doing this for him and my kid.

Never mind.

Just shut him up first,

hurry.

Look at her! A widow's expression.

Shut up now! Ah Hua is a nice person.

Take it.

Here you go!

You think this is a lot?

It's not enough for drinks!

Who are you?

I'm Ah Niu.

Have you just moved here?

Yes, I am from the country.

I live at my uncle's.

Why are you crying?

I overheard about your life,

that's why I cried.

Do you need my help?

No, thanks.

I'll help you with the laundry next time.

I used to do that all the time.

I do this for a living,

how could I ask for your help?

Ah Niu.

Come here.

What is it, aunt?

Go grocery shopping, you know how?

Of course.

What do you want to buy, mister?

How much?

One dollar twenty cents.

The cops are here!

The cops are here!

The cops are here!

Old lady, you've dropped the scale!

Old lady....

Come with me...

Where to?

You're an illegal hawker, come with me.

I'm not.

You're holding a scale! Come with me to the truck.

What kind of truck? I'm only holding a scale.

That truck.

That one?

Or you want a sedan?

Do I need to pay a fare?

Shut up and come with me.

Drive.

Over there.

Is this yours?

Yes.

When I was shopping earlier,

a woman dropped this...

Alright...stop nagging and sign.

Sign?

I don't know how to write.

Your finger print then.

Thirty dollars.

Bail money, do you have cash?

Cash? Yes.

Hand it over.

To you?

It's for bail.

No way...

My aunt told me to go grocery shopping,

I can't give you this.

Are you going to hand out the money or not?

No.

This is my aunt's, you can't take it.

You wish!

Detain for three days, then send him to court.

You heard? No bail money, detain for three days.

Three days here?

Yes.

Then...do I get fed?

Sure, courtesy of Hong Kong Government.

I'm starving, can I eat now?

Forget it! Let's go!

Do you know?

What?

Where my uncle is?

Your uncle?

How would I know? Nuts.

Where's the man Uncle Han referred us?

It's time!

What about our show?

It will be a disaster if the audience asks for refund.

I can't believe Han.

Someone's here.

Who are you looking for?

Do you know where my uncle is?

Are you referred by Uncle Han?

Uncle?

Why are you so late?

We were really worried.

My uncle...

He says you're a good dancer.

My lead has the runs today,

So you will step in for one or two shows.

Is that all you're wearing?

Yes, I only have these.

Fine, hurry and get changed.

Hurry...three minutes to start.

Quick...

Come on...

Where's my uncle?

He's not here,

but we'll pay you for your performance.

Don't worry.

Performance?

That's right.

What performance?

A little herder.

Herder? That's what I did best.

Great, come on...make up.

The cops are here!

Hurry! The cops are here!

The cops!

I can't walk.

I will go if you won't.

Stop!

Stand still!

Stand still!

Thanks for your help.

I helped you?

Of course, if I couldn't get out,

they would have arrested me.

It would be a disaster.

If there's another good show,

call me and let me know.

This is my card.

Call you?

Don't worry, I'll tip you well.

Taxi.

Help! Robbery! Help!

Help! Robbery! Help!

Robbery! Help!

Go.

The police...

Two robbers snatched my purse.

Where did they go?

That way.

Is he one of them?

No, he's a witness though.

You were here?

Yes.

Tell me what happened.

Me?

You're the only witness.

No, I can't tell.

Why not?

My mom told me that I should

keep things inside, don't talk nonsense,

and I can't lie.

I think you are crazy

Miss, please come with me to the police station.

You are quite chivalrous for not selling us out.

Me? Chivalrous?

You could join us.

Do you have any gigs?

Gigs?

Work with us, yes?

What work?

Neck-grabbing (robbery).

That's easy, just like what we did.

I know. When I was in the country,

I'd try to tame the buffalo.

Great, are you in or out?

Do I get paid like that?

Of course.

It took only a minute or two.

And we got all these money.

Looks like a easy job.

Are you in or out?

In.

You see that guy?

Yes.

Go!

Hurry!

On my own?

Go! We'll watch your back! Go!

Hurry.

Freeze.

What do you want?

Neck-grabbing.

Go!

You again?

Yes.

I didn't give you thirty dollars last time,

and you detained me, right?

Nonsense.

What's he in for?

He is a robber.

Right.

You fool, you were an illegal hawker a few days ago,

and now you're a robber?

It's true.

Are you sure you haven't got the wrong guy?

No, detective.

Who's the witness?

I'm.

But you're a police officer, how?

Because he tried to rob me.

You lead a colorful career.

Yes.

Illegal hawker,

and now a neck-grabber (robber).

Yes, I didn't know he carries a gun.

Or I'd have got some cash off him.

Is that him?

You're here, uncle.

Where have you been, you fool?

In jail!

They gave us a pair of bracelets, look!

Are you related to him?

Yes, he's from the country,

he knows nothing,

please do us a favor.

He looks kind of silly.

That's right.

That's right.

Alright, take him.

Thank you, sir.

I don't need to go to jail.

Go.

Thanks for the bracelets.

You fool, you were a pawn.

How would I know?

They said robbery is easy money.

They gave me this jacket.

You a robber?

You don't believe me?

If you really can do it, you wouldn't be caught.

I was inexperienced, I'll be fine this time.

That could be a new career.

Congratulations!

I'll show you!

You want to go back to jail?

I'll show you!

Don't move!

I wouldn't make the same mistake twice.

I'll check for guns first.

Mom...

Take it.

Thanks, mom...

Ah Niu...

Mom...

Are you alright?

He picked my peepee.

What did I tell you?

If anything happens to your family jewels,

what do I tell your mom?

Give you what?

He's poorer than you.

Are you Ah Niu from next door?

Yes.

I haven't seen you for a while.

I was in jail.

In jail?

Yes, three days!

I robbed someone after I got out,

I was supposed to go back to jail,

but my uncle bailed me out.

Ah Hua, shall I help you?

No, thanks.

Where's the old drunk who yells at you?

He's gambling and drinking outside all day,

he only comes home late at night.

Ah Hua, let me help.

That's fine.

Ah Hua, unlucky for me.

You have company every time I'm here.

What are you doing here?

To collect the rent, and to chat with you.

My father-in-law isn't here, he's got the rent money.

In that case, let's have a chat.

Sure...

Who's this fool?

He's in the way.

I'm Ah Niu, I'll leave now.

Ah Niu, don't listen to him, stay.

I'm staying.

Fine, I'll come back another time.

Ah Hua, who's he?

He has a rich dad,

lives off his father by collecting rent.

He's a good-for-nothing.

Didn't I tell you?

My father-in-law isn't here, he's got the rent money.

I'm not here to collect the rent.

Ah Hua, this is a good chance,

I'm here to entertain you, to have some fun together.

Mind your language.

Ah Hua, you're young and attractive,

what a waste to be a widow!

What did you say?

I said that you shouldn't waste your beauty.

You...asshole.

What are you doing? Let me go.

Let me go, help!

Let me go.

What are you doing?

Mind your own business, fool.

I'll kill you if you dare to bully her!

Fine, I'll let you go this time, Ah Hua!

But you won't slip away between my fingers!

Go to hell!

Don't cry, let me help you.

Thanks, Ah Niu.

Let me get you a cup of tea.

Does it hurt?

No.

Don't worry. If anyone dares to bully you,

I wouldn't let him get away.

Thanks.

I'll go get dressed.

The moon in the sky,

Ah Hua looks like the moon.

Red lips and big eyes,

her white teeth...

like a plum blossom.

Poor Ah Hua has a tough life,

widowed in her 20s,

always suffer and live in fear.

She's afraid to talk.

Poor Ah Hua,

she is in Ah Niu's heart.

Ah Niu thinks about her all the time.

Cannot eat, cannot sleep,

I have so much to say to her.

But I couldn't say it out loud.

Don't say that Ah Niu is a fool,

Ah Niu's love is true.

I'll love you till you are 88.

And I'll never change,

my little darling.

Is he really loaded?

Of course, he's the richest client

I have seen so far at the club.

He's my biggest fan.

Is he smart?

Yes, but he'd listen to me.

If that old fool is so serious,

then don't miss the chance.

How could we make some quick cash off him?

Simple, we'll set up a beauty trap.

A beauty trap?

Quick cash.

We've done tricks

like this many times,

every time a success.

Where should we do it?

At my place.

Your place?

Right, we did it at home in the past.

Everything will go well.

Ah Niu lives there,

won't be that convenient.

Ah Niu?

He's stupid,

and wrecks things up.

Don't worry.

I'll kick him out of the flat then.

I'll make sure he's not there.

I'll tell him to go up to the roof then.

Alright, it's safer at home.

When?

I'll set things up first.

We'll do it in a few days.

This is your place?

Yes, so you see I live in an old flat,

it's embarrassing.

I thought you were lying.

You keep saying that you will take me as your mistress,

you won't mind that I'm a poor girl?

I love you, it doesn't matter where you're from.

Really?

Of course.

Or why would I be here?

Ah Niu.

Ah Hua...

What are you doing up here

looking confused?

My uncle said that it's a special day today at home,

and I can't go inside unless he calls me.

Open up...

Who's this?

Open up, you heard me?

Hurry.

Open up, bitch.

I've knocked for a long time.

What now? Look at you!

Half naked? I'll have to beat you up,

I must kill you!

Where're you running off to?

Dirty old man.

What are you doing here

at my home, with my wife?

I've lived for decades,

it took me a hard time to find this pussycat.

And you're here enjoying yourself.

No, it's a misunderstanding.

Hear me out.

Misunderstanding? You're half naked.

I'll beat you up too.

You dirty old man.

Stop it!

No fighting here.

Landlady, this dirty old man

is seducing my wife at my home.

You!

You look like a decent guy,

how could you do this?

And how dare your wife have an affair at home!

I must beat them up!

Ah Niu, do you hear

all the noises from your flat?

Noises from my flat?

Fine...don't kill anyone here.

Can you settle it with money?

It's fine as long as he'll let me go.

Alright, I want five thousand dollars.

Not a penny less.

Let me see who're making the noises at my home.

And the gold watch.

Give it to him...hurry!

What are you doing here?

Who are you? What are you doing here?

Go! Hurry!

I'm Ah Niu, this is my uncle's flat.

What do you want? Old man?

Old woman,

why are you nagging here?

You're crazy! Who told you to come here?

I'm the landlady here, go!

Go! Ah Niu.

Oh! It's you! Uncle.

Almost couldn't recognize you with your fake moustache.

You think I'm a fool?

Although you dress funny, I can still tell who you are.

It's fake!

The landlady? I don't think so.

You're my uncle's wife.

My aunt!

Bullshit.

And you!

Shut up.

I saw you at the gambling place

last time, right?

My uncle's goddaughter.

You think I can't recognize you half naked?

You're nuts! Talking nonsense!

You always say that I'm stupid,

but I can still recognize you in your disguises.

I'm not so stupid after all.

Is this true?

Of course.

My mom told me to keep all things inside,

watch what I say, and don't lie, got it?

This is a set up.

This is a beauty trap?

A beauty trap?

If you want the five thousand,

come with me to the police station.

So? Are you scared? Then you won't have the cash.

My gold watch.

You're off? Come visit some time.

Uncle.

Why are you looking so puzzled?

We're going to kill you.

I always knew that your uncle isn't a good man.

He isn't a good man?

Him & his wife Miss Ma are all up to no good,

they'll do anything.

How would you know?

Then what should I do?

Go and get a proper job.

Right! A proper job.

What are you doing standing there?

I'm looking for a job.

I need to hire a delivery man.

Do I get paid?

Of course, you fool.

Then hire me!

You seem to be quite honest,

alright, come with me.

Through big roads and little alleys.

Ah Niu the delivery man.

Busy delivering.

Fat goose, BBQ pork, fried noodles,

curry beef and broth.

Through big roads and little alleys.

Ah Niu has new hope.

No more worries, no troubles.

The boss is a good man.

He pays me twice a month.

After I've got my wage,

I don't go to the bank.

I'll hand it to Ah Hua,

she'll take care of it.

Poor Ah Hua.

I must help her out!

She's so lonely.

I need to go grocery shopping.

I want to stay besides her,

to help her with the cleaning and laundry.

Through big roads and little alleys.

Ah Niu works busy day after day.

Fried dumplings and noodles.

Congee, Singapore fried noodles.

And Hakka style food...

Through big roads and little alleys.

Ah Niu has new plans.

Work more, save more money.

Be polite to the customers.

The ladies always tip me well.

Ah Niu has fallen in love,

but cannot say it out.

I think about Ah Hua a lot.

Ah Hua is lovely.

She's like the moon.

Ah Hua is so pretty,

and she smells good.

I'm not a heartless man,

let us be together forever.

Xiaoliu.

What's wrong?

Whenever I see your husband's picture,

I am scared.

Don't worry, he's off sailing,

he won't be home so soon.

I'll be dead if he walks in on us.

Why would you marry a sailor anyway?

Your husband is never around,

that's why I need you.

What's the matter?

I feel uneasy.

Why?

What if your wife finds us?

Then what should we do?

You're scared too?

No...

Although she keeps me on a tight leash,

but I don't think she can find this address.

I can't be so sure.

Don't worry! Come on.

Maybe later.

Why?

We take turns to worry,

I'm not in the mood anymore.

Let's order take away,

we will be brave after we're full. Yes?

Sure.

Madam.

Come in, Ah Niu.

I'll get it.

Shit!

Shit! This is bad.

What's wrong?

My wife is here.

Open up...Open up.

What now? I'm doomed.

Open up.

No answer? That's strange.

I've got a plan.

What is it?

Get Ah Niu to pretend to be my husband.

Right.

Ah Niu, could you do me a favor?

What favor?

Is that not enough?

Two orders of fried noodles?

That's not it, please pretend to be my husband.

Pretend to be your husband?

Isn't him your husband?

No...he's...

my younger brother. Please pretend to be my husband.

Let me take a look first.

Not you.

Ah Niu, help me out.

My mom told me that

I should marry someone with average height and size,

and the maternal and a good wife type.

Look at you!

Half naked!

It's just not right.

I don't think so.

I can't believe you!

No way.

No...

If you don't help me,

I'll get beaten up to death later.

You'll get beaten up?

That's right.

Fine, don't cry, I'll help you.

Open up...

Only because you've always tipped well.

That's why I'll help it,

there's not going to be a next time.

Thanks, Ah Niu.

Put my husband's clothes on him.

Hurry...

Coming...

Open up.

Under any circumstances,

you must say, "I'm from Shantung,

I'm her husband, this is my place"

Got it.

I'll say it in the face of a thunderstorm.

I'm from Shantung, I'm her husband,

this is my place, right?

Open the door.

Open up...

You...

I'm from Shantung, I'm her husband,

this is my place.

My source couldn't be wrong,

let me take a look inside.

How could you come here?

I'm looking for my husband.

And why would he be here?

She's my wife, I'm her husband,

you've got the wrong place.

My source couldn't be wrong,

you're messing around with my husband.

What?

My source told me that

my husband is here,

having an affair with the sailor's wife.

Bullshit.

Bullshit.

Oh? I must get to the bottom of this.

Leave now, or I'll have to get the broom.

Good idea.

I'm not scared, I must get to the bottom of this.

Don't come in...

This is my place, how could you...

you're not allowed in.

Who else?

Who are you?

Damn! That should be my question.

Who are you?

I'm from Shantung, I'm her husband,

this is my place.

What?

How could you get in?

You've ruined my kit!

Xiu, what's going on here?

Who's this old man babbling about?

He...

I'm from Shantung, I'm her husband,

this is my place.

Fucking hell!

I've only been away for two months,

you've taken my identity?

Snatched my wife, and moved in to my flat?

Who the hell are you?

Let go, or I'll kill you.

You use my name, wears my glasses,

and my robe, damn it!

And you slut.

Last time when I was away for six months,

you were having an affair.

And this time I was away for two months,

you're sleeping with this old man?

And who the hell are you?

A pimp?

What? No.

I've been married three times,

but never a pimp.

What are you doing here at my flat then?

I'm here to catch them in the act.

What?

I can't believe it's such a mess.

Let me tell you, your wife is having...

an affair with my husband, my source told me.

You whore!

You old man!

Why aren't you afraid? Your wife's here.

I'm not his wife,

no way!

She looks terrible.

You fool, I've told you.

She's my wife, I'm her husband,

Damn you!

If you dare to come here again,

I'll break your legs.

I'll tell you the same thing even if you kill me.

I'll beat the hell out of you!

You heartless man!

I've supported you financially.

And you're not faithful,

coming here,

and sleeping with his wife!

Damn it!

You slut.

One isn't enough?

You need a sandwich?

Sandwich?

Tell me, what do you see in her

that I don't have? I'm a good face and figure.

Why are you beating my wife?

And you, tell me,

who are you?

I'm from Shantung, I'm her husband,

this is my place.

Shut up!

So he's her husband.

Ah Niu, you work here too,

sit down and talk.

You're discussing which dog to bet on?

No, we're having a meeting.

Having a meeting?

Ah Niu, with the inflation,

the government couldn't do much.

Our pay is so low, we can't afford the goods.

That's right.

We are discussing to ask a raise.

That's right, without a raise,

we will go on strike.

On strike?

First we'll have an exchange of words, then war.

We'll play some dirty tricks.

Dirty tricks?

What are dirty tricks?

For example, I'm the chef,

when the customers order,

I'll give them more meat, the boss will lose money.

Right, as for us waiters,

we'll put laxatives in the tea,

when the customers will have the runs,

they'll never come back.

And if there're take away orders, I won't take them.

I wash the dishes,

I can break the dishes,

until this place closes down.

I have no dirty tricks.

Of course you do! You're the delivery boy,

a few dead rats

in the bowl would do the job.

Then the customers will fart.

All agree.

We must find a representative to talk to the boss.

You're the best choice.

Me? No.

Why not?

Other than the boss,

you're the most senior one here.

Even so, I can't be the representative.

Why not?

I'm the chef,

if the talk goes wrong,

I'll chop him into pieces by accident,

that would be murder,

you be the representative.

Me? I can't.

You're literate,

you know how to choose your words.

I am no gentleman,

you all know I swear a lot.

And how good I'm at it.

if the talk goes wrong,

and I'll start cursing the boss.

You should go.

Me? No way...

Why not?

The boss has promised me

to help me to apply for the government housing,

if I am the representative,

he won't help me.

And if my husband finds out,

he'll kill me, no thanks.

You go.

Me? I can't afford to piss him off.

And we can afford to?

It's different.

My wife's cousin

is the daughter-in-law of the boss' younger brother's,

we are related.

My wife would kill me

if she finds out.

This can't be...

if we're all avoiding the responsibility.

Who can be the representative.

Got it.

Who?

Ah Niu.

Me?

Yes, you would be the best choice.

Are you sure?

Ah Niu, a lot of people want to be the representative,

but they didn't have the chance, you're lucky.

Represent us,

is similar to being an official! It's a big deal!

You're somebody!

If this happens in the country,

it calls for a celebration.

If my mom knows this,

she wouldn't be able to eat because she's so happy.

Right! Let us get him prepared,

then he can talk to the boss.

Come in.

Who are you?

Ah Niu.

The delivery man?

That's right.

What is it?

With the inflation, and the government...

In a nutshell, we want a raise.

Without a raise, we'll go on strike.

A raise? Go on strike?

No negotiations, we will go on strike.

We've got our dirty tricks.

Oh yer? What kinds?

The chef will...

give more meat every order.

The waiters will put laxatives in the tea.

And when there're take away calls, he will...

Will what?

Damn!

I'll put a few dead rats in the bowls,

they'll fart afterwards.

Fart?

Yes, the whole town can smell it.

That sounds terrible.

Yes it is.

Let's go downstairs.

I'm the representative, I'll go first.

Sure, after you.

I wonder how did it go.

He looks confident.

A raise.

Go on strike.

Give more meat every order.

Break the dishes everyday,

until this place closes down. Good one.

Laxatives in the tea,

so that the customers will have the runs! Excellent.

Delivery orders...Damn!

Dirty tricks?

Han.

Are you overworked?

Not at all, it's my pleasure to work for you.

Then you're loyal, right?

Of course, I was telling everyone just now,

with the inflation, we should try to save.

I give out the same amount of BBQ pork

in 12 orders rather than

in 6 orders before.

You...

Right, boss. There are more delivery orders,

I think we'll need an extra phone line.

Boss, you know

why our business is so good?

Why?

Because...we're told by customers

that our tea is sweet and smells good.

So they won't have the runs afterwards?

Absolutely not, that's not the way

to treat our customers.

Of course...

Yes.

And you.

I...

You want to apply for government housing?

Yes, boss.

I'll give you a stamp tomorrow.

Thanks, boss.

Don't mention it.

Anything else?

No...

Then you should get off work now.

Thanks boss.

Ah Niu.

Yes?

They won't go on strike now,

only you.

Just me?

On strike for long term.

Just me?

I wouldn't be the representative should I knew.

In the end they won't go on strike,

just me.

You know, going on strike is illegal.

Fine, Ah Niu. Don't cry.

You're too kind.

I...

Fine, wipe off your tears.

They will get suspicious if

they see you.

Whose card is this?

The man I saved another day.

Him?

Who's he?

Liu Daming is a man of reputation.

Where can I find him?

There's an address here.

You can ask for directions.

Do you recognize me?

Daming, how come you know a crazy man?

I don't know him, let's go.

You don't know me?

You are forgetful,

last time at the strip club.

You broke your ankle, I carried you,

do you remember?

Mad.

You have a bad memory, and you call me crazy?

Ignore him, let's go.

Kick him out! Or it'll be a disaster!

What are you doing?

I'm looking for him, he gave me his card.

Why are you beating me up?

What if I am?

Letter from the country.

From whom?

Ah Niu's mother died a few days ago.

So? Big deal.

What's with your expression,

as if your own mother died.

I'm thinking,

we can't let Ah Niu finds out.

Why not?

If he finds out, he will want to go home,

then who's going to help me?

He's been living with us for a while,

and he hasn't done anything good.

I'm glad you know.

Ah Niu, who beat you up?

Forget it, this place is tough.

I save him,

and he got someone to beat me up.

What's the justice in this?

Whom have you saved?

That...what's his name...

Stupid, you saved someone,

and you don't know his name, fool.

Uncle, is that from my mother?

Yes.

Another letter from mom, what did she say?

Let me read it to you.

Sure...

Please read it, aunt.

Listen, it says that

your mom's healthy,

she looks better than before.

Has she recovered?

Then has she been coughing

all night?

No, no more.

Great...

She also said, she's really happy

to hear from your uncle that you've improved

a lot and listens to him.

She said you're a good son.

Really? My mom has never said that.

She called me "Big Potato" all the time.

What else did she say?

Nothing.

Anyway, just listen to your uncle,

and your mom will be happy, got it?

Alright, I'll listen to my uncle,

I'll do anything.

Fang,

come in.

Coming.

Ah Hua.

Ah Hua, letter from my mom.

What did she say?

She said...

my aunt read it to me,

she said my mom's recovered.

she looks better than before.

She won't cough at nights anymore.

She used to cough a lot?

Yes, the whole night.

My mom said I'm a good son.

Read it, Ah Hua.

Let me read it?

I'll take care of your Xiaobao.

Careful.

Xiaobao, do you know that

my mom lives in the country side?

She's very old but she's very nice.

Dear nephew Ah Niu,

when you receive this letter,

please don't be too sad.

Your mom was really ill and was coughing a lot,

she passed away a few days ago.

Before she died,

she told me to arrange for her funeral first,

before writing to you.

So that your work won't be affected.

She hoped that you'll take care of yourself,

and listen to you uncle.

Be a good man.

And be someone she's proud of some day.

Next year when you come home for Qingming festival,

remember to pay your respects at her grave,

and she would rest in peace.

From your Fourth Uncle.

Ah Niu, I can't tell you this...

Ah Niu...

Uncle, you're home.

Follow me...

You shouldn't stay at home the whole day.

I've found a job for you.

Really? What kind of job?

Be a boxer.

A boxer?

What does a boxer do?

Well...

Fight in the boxing rink.

I don't know how.

I chopped firewood, carried the water,

and herding in the country.

I'll lose for sure.

I want you to lose.

What? You want me to lose?

When you lose, I'll earn money.

If you win, I'll be in trouble.

That sounds fun.

Stop babbling.

Get ready for the boxing rink tonight.

Ladies and gentleman,

an exciting boxing match is about to begin.

We have the king of boxing from the country,

BIG BULL...

Ladies and gentleman,

and his opponent, is LITTLE IRON NAIL

who won many matches in Southeast Asia.

Little Iron Nail is no match for Big Bull.

Iron Nail doesn't has a chance.

Iron Nail will challenge

Big Bull in this match.

It's too soon to tell who'll win.

Place your bets.

Listen everyone.

Odds are 3:1 for Big Bull to lose.

Anyone?

Are you nuts? Big Bull won't lose.

Place your bets then.

30 dollars for 10 dollars!

Iron Nail is determined to win!

Right!

I don't that Iron Nail will win for sure,

he could lose.

I think Iron Nail will win.

3:1!

Big Bull will win! I'll bet!

Iron Nail will lose!

Game.

Go! Big Bull!

Beat him...

Big Bull is trying to wear Iron Nail down,

he will win for sure.

Go!

Separate...

Sit down...

Sit down...

You must make sure Big Bull lose,

you heard me? Remember!

Time to lose...

One, two, three, four, five

six, seven, eight, nine, ten.

Iron Nail wins.

Ah Hua.

Ah Hua.

Ah Niu, you're here so late.

I want to talk to you.

Let me tell you,

I've made some money just now.

Lower your voice, they are asleep.

What's wrong with your face?

You got beaten up again?

Yes.

What did you do this time?

Nothing.

Then the bruises...

I told you I've got a job.

A job?

A boxer.

A boxer?

In the rink.

I lose, and I get paid.

It works like that.

It's another dirty plan of your uncle's.

I could have won,

but my uncle wants me to lose, than I lost.

As long as I get paid, it doesn't matter.

Tell me...

What's wrong?

Nothing.

Don't worry, I won't be lazy.

I'll do a good job,

I won't be silly to go on strike again.

After I've made some money,

I'll hand everything to you.

Yes?

Don't worry about that,

Rub this on your bruises first.

Keep the money.

So he made money like that.

You'll bet on Big Bull.

Me too!

I think

Little Iron Nail will get his ass kicked!

Right, look.

Almost there...

Lose! Hurry!

One, two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight.

Hey, what are you doing

here so secretly?

I can't tell you this.

What?

Nothing, just this.

I can't believe you.

I want to see your hands.

My hands? How?

Why not?

Because I'll give this to my dearest,

Tonight, I'll give this to Ah Hua.

I can't believe you said that.

And why not?

She needs it.

Go.

Where to?

Are you a sex maniac or a pervert?

Go to the police station.

What?

It's illegal to play with my own thing?

Not in public.

I'll arrest you for harming society's morals.

What? What's that?

Unbelievable!

Go.

Ah Hua.

Why wouldn't you go to my matches?

Why do you want me to go?

I've made a name for myself,

I have many fans.

And many cheered me on,

just go once.

Alright, just once.

Really? Great.

It will be a good show.

Go!

Go!

Go!

Beat him.

Beat him!

One, two, three...get up...

four, five, six, seven, eight...nine...

Beat him.

One, two, three...

Count faster!

I'm counting.

One, two, three, four, five...

Get up.

six, seven, eight, nine, ten.

The pool was really the biggest tonight,

and that idiot has made me lost

so much! It's killing me!

Go.

Wait for me.

Do I get paid today?

Yes, with this.

Go.

Now you know.

Your uncle is up to no good.

And you would never listen.

You're still following him around.

If I don't, I'd starve to death.

Better starve to death than to make dirty money.

My mom will be sad if I was starved to death.

Let's not talk about death.

You can find other work here.

Right, you're strong,

I'm sure you'll find work.

Where?

Construction site, container terminal...

they hire all the time, try it out.

Father-in-law, how could you?

What are you doing?

This isn't mine, it belongs to Ah Niu.

Ah Niu?

It's my money when it's in my flat.

No, you can't.

What? You want a beating?

I could give you money but

...you can't take these.

I'd be dead if I was waiting for your money.

I've lost a lot in gambling these few days.

I haven't had a drink in days.

I beg you.

Beat it.

Why are you in a rush, fool?

I just got off work.

Money delivery?

I've made a lot,

it's safest to keep your money here.

Thanks, bye.

Ah Hua.

Are you alright, Ah Hua?

My father-in-law took all your money.

Never mind, I can earn the money back.

Don't cry, Ah Hua.

Look, I've got these,

I can earn this much everyday,

we can buy a new piggy's bank.

Don't cry, Ah Hua.

Let me get you a cup of tea.

Calm down everyone.

You want a raise, right?

Yes...

If the boss ignores us,

we'll team up against him.

Right.

You're teaming up,

but look at that silly boy!

Ah Niu, come here.

Come here...

Hurry.

Working there by himself

What's wrong with you?

What are you talking about?

How to get a raise,

you will benefit too, you fool.

A raise, great...

And you want me to be the representative?

You don't want a raise?

Of course I do.

But I don't know how to talk to the boss.

That's simple, if he won't,

we'll go on strike.

On strike?

Don't cut in, stupid. Just listen.

Yes, ask the boss for his conscience,

with the high inflation,

how could we live with our wage?

Do you agree?

Yes.

You should be more considerate.

You shouldn't say that.

Then how?

You want me to piss the boss off?

I don't want to be the representative.

Not me.

Who wants you to be the representative?

If you represent us, I'd rather not get a raise.

The boss is here, let's split.

Quick...split.

What were you lot

doing here so secretly?

They want a raise.

If you won't give them a raise, they'll go on strike.

I won't go on strike, I fell into a trap before.

I'll never go on strike.

And I don't want to be the representative.

What did you tell the boss?

I said I won't represent if you all go on strike.

You're the boss' informant?

You've ruined our plan.

I didn't...

Damn your mother!

Why did you curse my mother?

So what if I do?

My mother's doing really well.

I'll fight you if you curse her again.

Fight with me?

Get up.

Why did you curse my mother?

You've ruined our prospects.

I'll have to beat you up.

You are fighting back?

Beat him...

Beat him...

Stop it or I'll call the police.

Go!

Freeze.

Kid.

Beat him up

Beat him up.

Beat him up.

Zhao's killed.

Who fought him?

I did.

You did this?

Yes.

Sentenced yet?

Yes, three years.

The fool wouldn't kill. This is ridiculous.

Three years.

So what?

It's not like he'd help us anyway.

Come here.

Ah Hua...

You're here.

I'm going to jail,

they said it's going to be three years.

Uncle, aunt, you are here.

Uncle, please write to my mom and tell

her that I'm going to jail.

It's going to be 3 years, tell her to watch her health.

Got it.

I have to go now.

Come on, time's up.

We're going to miss the betting hour.

Ah Hua, keep my belongings,

and I can get it after my jail term.

Ah Niu.