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(French Concession)

The victim was a committee member of the French Chamber of Commerce.

He was gunned down on our turf.

What have you all been doing?

We received word from Marshal Lok,

the assassin was a revolutionary from the south.

His target was Marshal Lok,

but he misfired and hit the victim.

We're doing our best to apprehend the killer.

The Municipal Administrative Council (MAC) is furious about this.

They said it's the ineffectiveness of our patrols

that allowed the revolutionaries to take action.

Didn't I tell you to beef up security? What happened?

We did, but these revolutionaries are sneaky.

They mixed in with the crowd in disguise.

I don't want excuses.

I'm holding you responsible since it happened on your turf.

The revolutionaries must have escaped to the Chinese Territory.

It's a big area and it's out of our jurisdiction.

It won't be easy to catch the killer.

But Detective Chak has such a high percentage of solved cases,

I'm sure this case will be just as easy for you.

I don't care how,

maybe you can offer a bounty,

just close the case as soon as possible.

I've already put eyes and ears all over the Chinese Territory.

It won't be long before I catch these revolutionaries.

But...offering a bounty should yield twice the result with half the effort.

A bounty is not a problem.

But if we can't solve the case, the brass will blame someone.

It's likely the FCP will be implicated.

I'm always good for my word.

How else can I solve more cases than you?

It's best you can solve this one.

I don't care what you have done before.

If you fail this time, you can forget about your promotion.

Get out!

Detective Chak!

We're all counting on you!

Well, Chief?

What else?

The Frenchman gave me Hell!

And Tung Ting-heng had to rub it in!

That's all he's capable of doing!

Nobody can match your ability!

I'm out of his league!

But...I'm just one step away from the Chief Inspector position.

I can't allow any hitches. I must close this case soon.

I'm sure the FCP will soon arrest the revolutionaries.

Snakes have their own way to survive.

These revolutionaries may go deep under.

The FCP alone may not find them.

Alert all the different societies.

I must make an arrest even if I had to turn Shanghai upside down.

Yes!

What about the interrogation?

Nothing suspicious about those we brought in

But there's a young man with a tight trap!

Sau is with him right now!

Brother Tong!

Brother Tong!

This hick won't cooperate.

Be honest with me.

You don't live in the French Concession.

What are you doing here?

What're your ties with the revolutionaries?

I was passing by when bullets went flying!

I should thank the gods I'm alive.

Why should we believe you?

Then go ask Uncle Wah!

Or ask anyone along Shiliupu.

I'm a first rate citizen, not a revolutionary.

Did you see anything unusual?

Think! If you help us catch the killer,

there's a bounty of 500 silver dollars.

That much? I really don't know.

I'll let you know if I think of anything.

Let him go!

Take him away! Yes!

Bye...

You believe him?

If he's a revolutionary, why was he hanging around?

For us to arrest him? Use your brain!

Don't waste any more time! Go find a real revolutionary!

Yes!

So you were taken in for questioning.

I was so worried the Mad Dog would have you cremated.

I'm not a revolutionary, I'm not afraid.

You should talk! Mad Dog beat me up for no reason.

It still hurts right here.

Alright...It was a slip of the tongue!

How would I know you'd run into the Mad Dog?

How can you say that?

I'm sorry, alright?

How about I treat you to the barber?

I'd rather have cash.

Anything goes if you help me find my sister.

You have news about Siu-lei?

I found her boyfriend Ding-bong. He's a revolutionary!

He told me he'd broken up with her. I didn’t believe him, of course.

I suspect my sister is also a revolutionary.

That's so dangerous! She'll face the firing squad if she gets caught.

That's why I didn't tell the Police about my sister.

Keep it down!

It's somewhere nearby...

What?

Here! Go look for my sister.

Hold on...do they have guns?

Will they kill us?

I'm just looking for my sister.

Come on, don't be such a coward.

Hey!

Come on...

I knew it! They're gone!

Look around and see if they've left anything

What else? Newspapers and peanuts.

Are you blind?

See! This must be a secret code.

It's just an ordinary pattern.

Jasmine is my sister's symbol.

They left a message for her!

What about this circle?

I don't know, but I'm sure she'll come back.

Here, eat something!

How smart! You knew this will be a long wait

You even brought tonight's dinner!

Dinner? This is barely enough for now!

All this for now?

How long do we have to wait?

Until my sister shows up.

What if she doesn't?

What can I do? We can't decipher the code.

If I can’t, neither can you.

I can, if you give me time.

Go home and get some sleep. I'll stay here.

Come back when you wake up.

You're a real pal! Keep an eye out for me.

(Shiliupu Wharf, Chinese Territory)

You have a lot of nerve to bully our young master.

And you pretended to be blind.

I'll turn you into a blind man.

Didn't I tell you if someone offended you

you must return an eye for an eye?

Tell me again what he did.

He threatened me and pulled off my pants.

Then he made me crawl between his legs.

How dare you do that to my son!

He's lying!

He tried to steal from our shop.

That's why I took off his pants to teach him a lesson.

I wasn't stealing, I wanted to look at the apple.

What did I teach you? Don't you listen?

Stealing is for cowards.

You should have robbed him. Then you're brilliant!

If anyone bullies you, pay him back tenfold.

Then they wouldn't dare do it again.

Great! Strip him and toss him into the Huangpu River.

That's vicious for a kid!

Still mouthing off? Fix him!

Stop it! You're beating up someone again?

What are you doing here?

Of course you don't want me here.

Then I can’t stop you from beating up someone.

I'm teaching him a lesson for bullying Hok-yiu.

I did not! Your son is a thief!

Nobody asked you!

Stop it!

Why do you want Hok-yiu to be like you?

The nonsense about an eye for an eye.

Is that how you discipline him?

Don't get so worked up!

How can I not be?

I told you not to teach him to use violence, but you wouldn't listen.

You want him to grow up like you

and must fight all the time with no peace?

Alright...don't be a nag!

It's late. Let's go home for dinner.

I'm sorry! I know my son is naughty!

Thank you!

You may go!

(Chung Yee Hall, Chinese Territory)

Chief, I've sent all the boys

to watch the piers, checkpoint and train stations.

Those revolutionaries can’t get away.

That means they're still at large.

Give us a bit more time, we'll find them.

It's not me. It's the Frenchman!

Just do it as soon as possible.

I want real revolutionaries, not imposters.

Right! We'll do our best!

Stop standing there! Go!

Yes!

These revolutionaries are such a pain!

We're in a lot of trouble if we can't find them.

It's 500 silver dollars. I'd like to find them myself.

But we have no clue.

Maybe someone is covering up for them.

That's making the Chief look bad! I'll kill whoever did it.

I was just saying it.

Detective Chak!

You still have the mood to party?

If you don't crack the case,

you can forget the Chief Inspector title.

When I get the promotion,

I surely will thank you.

You think you'll get promoted? Dream on!

I have nothing to hide and rely on my ability.

Unlike someone who uses heretical means.

Good will always prevail over evil.

The Frenchman will soon realise he's picked the wrong guy.

Crap!

Worried about the murdered Frenchman?

You're very perceptive.

It's easy to guess. It's a big deal.

Still no leads after 2 days?

The revolutionaries are still at large.

If I can’t solve this case, I would have wasted my all effort before.

Only the capable should get promoted“ Here's for you show your competence.

You're right!

Why don't I ask my people to look out for

any revolutionaries who might drop by.

Revolutionaries can't afford to come here.

I only want to help. I don't want to see you so upset.

I should thank the revolutionaries,

or else I wouldn't know you care so much about me.

(Yiu's Residence, Chinese Territory)

Give yourself a lift, have some ginseng tea.

Don't over exert yourself.

You already work so hard during the day,

why check the books at night?

My old man taught me never let anyone else do the books for me.

Since the boss passed away,

you have taken over the running of such a big brothel.

Even men are not as capable as you.

I'm destined to go down this path after I inherited the business.

I have no choice.

But you can find someone to share your troubles.

Someone like Brother Tong.

Not only does he look out for the brothel,

he also protects you. That's hard to come by

Tell the boys to keep a lookout for the revolutionaries.

Let me know if they hear something, but keep it quiet.

You want to help Brother Tong find the killer?

All women need a family.

I don't want to be a nag, but Brother Tong is a good choice.

Why won't you consider him?

Marriage is between 2 people with equal standing.

He's a detective on his way up.

He should marry someone from a respectable background.

He wouldn't think too highly of a street girl like me.

I don't think he's faking it.

I'm not saying he is.

But only he knows what he's thinking.

You're not like any other street girl.

No other woman in Shanghai is capable like you.

It's reasonable for him to fall for you.

This is a stick up!

What? Take it easy...

Take the money or even my body,

but please don't kill me.

Take off your pants!

My pants? How can you toy with me!

I told you to keep watch, you're snoring away like a pig!

Because I'm very sleepy!

Go get some sleep! I'll stay here.

I'll bring food later.

Is he a revolutionary?

Did you see Ding-bong?

The heat is on. There's no sight of your friends.

On the wall inside the house was a jasmine and a circle.

Ding-bong left that message for Siu-lei.

He didn't want her to take part in the operation,

so he made up an excuse and sent her away.

That means Ding-bong is safe.

Anyway, I found you a boat finally.

You're leaving tonight.

I want to find Ding-bong!

You still want to see them?

You should think for me even if you don't think for yourself.

Only because we're cousins I'm giving you a hand.

If the Chief found out about this, I'm as good as dead!

You must leave tonight!

Whatever you say! I'll go wash my face!

I recognise him!

He knows I'm with Ding-bong!

He saw me in action the other day.

What is he doing here?

Oh no! Did he follow me?

Last time you were lucky my wife was there.

This time you have nowhere to hide.

If I give you 500 silver dollars, will you let me go?

Where will you get 500 silver dollars?

I don't have that now, but I will after I go to the Police.

There is a bounty for catching the Frenchman's killer.

Didn't you know?

You know the killer?

Yes! I'll give you all the money. Just let me go.

Don't toy with me!

I'm not! Besides, I have nowhere to hide.

You'll find me at the fruit shop.

Let me collect the bounty. You stand to gain everything.

If you lie to me, I'll cut off your ears.

Then think about what else I'm cutting off.

I'm always good for my word.

Just let me go after I give you the money.

I'll give you another chance, little rascal!

What are you doing here?

I'm looking for Mr. Chak Kam-tong.

He's gone for the day.

I have news about the revolutionaries.

Can you tell him for me? Thank you.

You know where the killer is?

Yes, I know where he is.

Will you give me the 500 silver dollars?

Yes, if you lead me to the killer.

Wait! You said you knew nothing.

How come you know now? Toying with us?

I wasn't sure last time. Now I'm positive, so I came right away.

I wouldn't dare lie to you.

What's so urgent that you must see Brother Tong right away?

You won't get away!

The killer Tsui Yiu-kwok has confessed.

He admitted he shot Mr. Jean Paul.

He's the mastermind behind the assassination

and we have arrested his accomplices.

We've rounded up all the revolutionaries.

Excellent! The victim was a member of the French Chamber of Commerce,

the MAC has been breathing down my neck.

You have earned an enormous merit.

Because of your leadership, the hard work of the team members,

not to mention the bounty of 1,000 silver dollars,

we managed to close the file quickly.

1,000? I thought it was 500.

You must get some credit,

for which, you should get 500 silver dollars

I'm sure the MAC will think the money is well spent and won't challenge it.

Excellent! You're very competent!

Only you qualify for the Chief Inspector position.

Thank you, Mr. Fiori!

Despite the torture we've used on Tsui Yiu-kwok,

he refuses to squeal on his accomplices.

Not so loud! I just lied to the Frenchman about rounding up all the revolutionaries.

If he won't confess, beat it out of him.

Tell the boys to make an arrest.

I can't afford to have any hitches.

Yes, Chief!

Yes, Brother Tong!

You arrested the killer based on my tip,

the 500 silver dollars...

Your tip has been confirmed, but I'm sorry, you came too late.

We've already received the same information.

You made the arrest as soon as I told you. How could I have been late?

Someone else beat you to it.

Are you sure?

He was hiding the killer. He's one of them!

Watch your mouth!

Don't tell me what to do!

We've carried out a thorough investigation. There has been no mistake.

Spare me the bureaucratic nonsense!

You're probably all in on it.

Watch your mouth!

He's working for us as a mole.

We have solid proof for everything.

Don't go shooting off your mouth out there!

Or else we can have you arrested.

You can say anything you want!

Consider those 500 silver dollars a tip from me.

Shut up and get out!

Sit down!

I'm sorry. I was late in coming to you!

You're not late. You're just afraid someone beat you to it.

What if he reports to the Police?

Cousin or no cousin, I'd better tell the Chief

and claim the bounty for myself.

You want to get me in trouble by hiding the killer?

I didn't know he was hiding in the warehouse

Though he's my cousin, I still reported him to you.

You were afraid someone might come in with the tip,

so you hurried back to save your neck.

I'm sorry, Chief!

You can still catch him at the warehouse.

The 500 silver dollars belong to you.

You dare not take it?

No! It was your leadership that led to the killer.

You should get the bounty.

You gave it up.

You'd better wise up. You won't be so lucky next time.

Will...

(Chinese Territory)

Did Iron Head do this?

He trashed our fruits.

Where's Uncle Wah?

They pushed him onto the ground when he was trying to protect the goods.

Kit has helped him upstairs.

So what if we've paid protection money.

These people can still do as they please.

Shall we go to the Police?

It's useless! They only want money. They won't help us.

We can only count on ourselves to fight back

You want to go after them?

Those bullies will eat you alive!

What else? Place ourselves at their mercy?

I'll fight fire with fire.

You're going to look up Mad Dog?

Tin...come back! Don't go, Tin...

Hurry up! Move them inside, the goods can't get wet!

You have a lot of nerve treading on my turf alone!

Well? What happened to your bounty? You got it?

No? Then how dare you come see me?

You need a good beating!

Hold it...I have money!

Someone owes me money, I just need to collect it.

If you're willing to come with me to watch a show,

I guarantee I'll have money for you.

How interesting!

I get paid to watch a show?

Very well! Let's see what you're up to.

But I need to confirm something first.

It's about Iron Head's ear. Is it true...

Keep an eye on things.

Don't worry, Brother Iron Head.

Who has the nerve to trash our joint?

This is awfully similar to...

Listen up, from now on, stay away from me.

If you tread on my turf again,

I'll level your joint to the ground and kill you.

Don't forget Kung Siu-shan is crazy!

I'm minding my own business. Why did you tread on my turf?

Very well! I'll bury you if you come again.

You may go! I'll go take a leak.

See you tomorrow...

Hey, come back!

Don't you know who I am, Fatso?

You have a lot of nerve to rob me!

How dare you ambush me...

Why not? I can chop you up!

See for yourself who has taken me in.

Mad Dog?

You have a lot of nerve calling him Mad Dog!

Remember who bit off your ear?

Brother Shan warned you to stay clear of his turf.

You're slighting him when you mess with me.

What do you want?

I keep things simple,

an eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth.

You framed me for cheating at the casino.

Then you kept trashing the fruit stand and you even injured Uncle Wah.

Now I'm settling the score with you.

This money should cover the principle and interest.

Stay away from the fruit stand and Uncle Wah.

If you see me on the street, you'd better turn and hide.

Or else I'll beat you up each time I see you

Don't push me or I'll come after you...

There's no negotiation here!

I let go and you become barbeque pork.

You want your house to end up like your casino?

Leave my house alone!

I forgot to tell you. I'm just as crazy as Brother Shan.

Alright...I promise!

I'll turn around every time I see you.

Let me down!

Get lost!

Bravo, little rascal! You're quite vicious!

Good show!

I know you like a good show! Here's your money.

All of it?

Kiu Ngo-tin is good for his word.

I can't believe I get paid to watch a good show.

You're smart to use my name to extort money.

That's killing 2 birds with one stone!

That's because you're famous.

In Shanghai, whoever has tough knuckles will be the boss.

Whoever is ferocious will be in charge.

But you don't seem scared of me.

You treaded onto my wharf and used me.

Because I know you like a good show.

But I'm only the clown, you're the leading actor.

Not only that, you're a sweet talker.

I'm capable of many more things...

Shall we talk over a drink? My treat!

I can drink you under the table!

We'll see.

Come in, handsome...

Come on inside!

Come in!

Don't be shy!

Let's have some fun!

I'll show you a real piece of work.

Are you serious?

Fenjiu is a triple-distilled liquor from Shanxi.

It's one of the best wine, like it?

It's quite mellow...but do you have to drink so much because I'm buying?

You drink like a fish!

Wine and women are all that matters to a man.

I saw how you squirm when you saw those girls.

Don't tell me you're still a virgin!

Of course not! Those girls were not my type.

That's true! They're common and dirty.

I don't want them to come near me.

That's because you have a good wife.

You'd never lay eyes on those chicks.

You have a keen eye! Is she great or what?

She's really something else.

Back then, we had our excitement.

How exciting can it be?

You little rascal...interesting!

I'm in a good mood. Let me tell you...

Back then...

(Suzhou)

...I had the ambition to lead the troops in battle.

Robber...help!

I was quite a hero then.

That was how I met Mei-kam.

She was the daughter of a wealthy silk shop owner.

Mei-kam really had my head spinning.

We hit it off right away and we made a nice couple.

We spent a lot of time together.

But I was too impulsive. I was discharged from the cadet school.

But she didn't give me the cold shoulder.

One time I was drunk. because I love her so much...

Don't...

I made a big mistake.

When I sobered up, I found her crying.

I was so sorry for what I did.

But she was not mad at me.

So I mustered enough courage to ask her father for her hand.

But he looked down on me.

Because of me, she left her family,

and followed me around, living a vagrant life.

What more can I ask for?

Perfect! A match made in Heaven.

You don't understand...

We have been through so much...

I made a lot of mistakes...

(Shiliupu Wharf, Chinese Territory)

...that broke her heart.

Stop it! You'll kill him...

Mei-kam...are you alright?

She was in so much pain she could hardly speak.

I felt so guilty!

Why was I so impulsive?

We almost lost our baby!

Since then, I promised myself I must be good to her.

No matter what happens to me,

I won't let anything happen to my wife and my son.

All these years, I had to fight to make more money.

I want them to have a better life.

I want to make a lot of money, I want to get ahead...

Brother Shan...

You went shopping already?

Let me help you.

I bought a chicken to make drunken chicken wings for you.

For me?

Shan said you're coming for dinner,

and wanted me to make my signature dishes as a treat for you.

Lucky me!

But Brother Shan drank a lot last night.

I find this rather odd.

Shan has few friends but you two seem to hit it off.

First he wanted to beat you up.

Now he invited you home for dinner.

You're quite capable.

Not half as capable as you.

You have to look after your son and the household.

It's not easy running a household, right?

All women are like that.

That's nothing! What's really important is that Brother Shan listens to you.

Now that's amazing.

You're such a sweet talker!

I'll make you yanduxian too.

What is that?

Salted pork and tofu skin soup.

I see...sounds delicious!

Congratulations on your promotion, Chief!

You're the first Chinese Chief Inspector in the French Concession.

Everyone on both sides of the law must take orders from you.

Let's party tonight!

Yes!

Don't enjoy yourself too much.

I know what to do.

Don't worry, we've dispatched all the boys.

We'll soon catch the revolutionaries.

It'll be the best gift for you, Chief.

Good! Make sure you arrest the mastermind behind.

I'm now the first Chinese Chief Inspector of the French Concession.

I'll become the laughing stock if there are loose ends.

Who cares about that boot-licker Tung Ting-heng?

He's nothing!

He doesn't have the backing. He can't fight me!

Brother Tong, the French is throwing a party tonight.

You're the only Chinese invited. Don't be late.

I know!

Right!

The numbers add up...

You still have the cold,

shall I get you more medication?

No, I'm just tired. Give me a cup of tea.

King, I'm not going back to Yee Heung Garden tonight.

The first Chinese Chief Inspector!

He finally got promoted.

But then again, he owes it to you.

Considering your relationship,

if he goes to the party hosted by the French he should bring you as his partner.

He's now the Chief Inspector.

Considering his new status, he would not invite me to be his partner.

I think he'll come celebrate with you.

Forget it! A man's career should come first.

A street girl like me is just a fling.

When a man becomes powerful, I won't be good enough for him.

I'm tired. Go keep an eye on Yee Heung Garden for me.

Get some rest!

Detective...I mean Chief Inspector!

I'll leave you two alone.

Why are you here?

I meant to have a drink with you, but...you probably should drink this.

You knew I'm not feeling well?

I'll go prepare this.

I'm sure it'll be very sweet.

Miss Kwai-seng, you'll soon get well after you drink this.

Let me get out of your way.

Drink this hot!

Now it's ready.

Shouldn't you be at the party with the French?

Am I not welcome here?

Having a few drinks with you beats rubbing shoulders with the French.

Too bad this is not a good time, I let you see me like this

and I can’t drink with you.

We can drink tea, it's just as good.

I was made Chief Inspector today,

I'd like to share this moment with someone I admire.

Will you dance with me?

(...Let the heart follow the wheels)

(Enjoy a change of pace)

(Fry a new environment)

(Relishing the night life like first waking from a dream)

In case of emergency, meet in Money Lane.

Ding-bong is in danger!

There you are!