Original subtitles

[Dark Night and Dawn]

[Episode 15]

Secretary Liu,

do you know what position

I held in the NBIS

in 1947?

Vice Director of the Inspection Office.

That's right.

I really miss those days.

Back then,

I could sit in the office,

no fieldwork needed,

just watching what everyone

was doing

and thinking.

Which words were true,

and which were lies.

If anyone

betrayed the organization,

we had our own punishment.

The Inspection Office had

quite the reputation.

These watches of yours are pretty nice.

This one looks good.

Good pick.

It's imported.

Try it on.

It's...

expensive.

Now I officially announce

he

is the new Falcon.

Chief.

Shrike,

Falcon is your special codename for the Shanghai

Special Station Action Team.

Why give him?

What is he capable of?

How is he qualified for this position?

I don't care about qualification, only ability.

Do you think he's a problem?

No problem.

I fully trust your judgment, Chief.

Falcon,

what time is it?

Almost 12 p.m.

A new day is about to start.

It's getting late.

I won't bother you.

Okay.

Secretary Liu,

there are quite a few gears

in this watch?

Yes.

I think they should be working together

to make this watch accurate.

Exactly.

If even one gear speeds up,

slows down,

or shifts out of place,

the watch

would need fixing.

How do you usually fix it?

Simple,

just replace the faulty gear.

I think so too.

Good night.

Take care.

Master.

Master.

Have you heard about

the incident at the Qiujang Dock?

The police have killed Shrike.

The target is dead.

Our deal should be over.

I heard.

But they deserved it.

Don't rush to end the deal.

I have something to tell you.

Wait for my news.

Morning.

Morning.

Lin Shaobai.

I'm not late.

You came in right on time.

Down to the minute.

[Bayi]

I didn't lose mine.

Congratulations.

You did a great job

capturing Yang Hui.

The organization has decided to officially hire you.

Really, Lu?

I'm hired?

Scout.

Still in the probation period.

Follow the rules closely.

Don't embarrass the Office 2.

Yes, sir!

Director,

does that mean my salary

will double now?

No such thing.

You can still regret it.

Regret what?

The job's more important than the salary.

Lin Shaobai,

this is your official uniform. Please keep it.

Thank you.

How is it?

Is it spicy?

Yes.

Am I right?

To welcome

Lin Shaobai as an official member

of the People's Police.

Okay.

Welcome.

Okay.

And to celebrate

our victory in cracking the Shanghai Special Station case.

I propose a toast.

Okay. Cheers.

Cheers!

Cheers.

Cheers.

Here.

Make yourself at home.

It's thanks to you that

Chief made it back this time.

It was my duty.

You and I are like brothers now.

This time

we really dodged a bullet.

Next, we should

make a detailed plan

according to the current situation.

At the dock,

Dai Yueqing's Hook Sword Gang

is being squeezed by the River Gang.

She can't hold on any longer.

This is our chance to act.

What exactly

is your job at the dock?

The Hook Sword Gang has set up a new transport team at the Xinyue Dock.

I've joined the team.

It'll make our operations easier.

Our main task

now is to

keep a close eye on Jin Maochang,

and make good use of Dai Yueqing.

You're the key player in all of this.

Got it.

Xu Wei.

Here.

Let me know if you need anything.

Thank you, Chief.

Have some soup.

Enough.

No. Fill it up.

I can't drink.

I'll be honest with you.

I've always had an issue with you.

Xu.

You'd been worked

at the Underground Police Committee before Liberation.

How could you

not recruit me sooner?

Everyone, want to hear

what Lin Shaobai was like before Liberation?

Yes.

Yes.

Tell us.

Go ahead.

Let me tell you.

Hurry up.

Before Liberation, Lin Shaobai

was always hanging out with hooligans.

If I had recruited him, who knows

when he might have betrayed me?

What if you have the chance now?

Would you recruit me?

No.

No.

What? Don't talk nonsense.

Xu, tell me,

would you recruit me?

I definitely would.

See?

See?

Xu, but he'd start as a temporary hire.

Yes.

Right.

I'm fine

with temporary or official.

As long as I can join the People's Police,

I can do anything.

Okay?

Okay.

After this battle,

I think the Social Affairs Office might ease up a bit.

But we can't be careless.

Their Director, Lu Zhengyang,

is tough to deal with.

He's meticulous in handling cases

but a bit too rigid.

I think he knows

his own weaknesses,

which is why he brought Lin Shaobai in

to complement him.

We need to be very

careful with these two.

Xu Wei.

Do you know Lin Shaobai well?

We used to be partners for a while.

But we have different pursuits.

Okay.

Let's have another drink. Cheers.

Cheers.

Come on.

Take it easy.

I can still drink.

He's really drunk.

Alright, Shaobai.

I can really drink.

The restaurant is closed.

I know a place.

You know what? No more drinking.

Go back. I'll see him off.

Let's go.

[Shengli Hotel]

Let's go.

Let's go.

Let's go.

Where is my uniform?

Be careful.

It's here.

Let's go.

Be careful.

You got it for me.

Yes, got it.

Stop. We're home.

We're here.

Mom.

Mom.

This is my house.

No.

Slow down. Don't move.

I'm just kidding.

I'm telling you,

I'm not that drunk.

When I drink with my buddy Xu Wei,

I can drink at least a half-liter.

I've always been fine.

He's always drunk.

He becomes dumb after drinking.

I think you're the dumbest now.

You don't know how dumb he can get.

When he's drunk, he taught me how to swim.

The breaststroke, you know?

Breaststroke.

He taught me the breaststroke

in front of my moms at my house.

He even raced me to see

who can swim faster.

Get up.

He said he can still lean...

Come.

Get up.

Have some water.

Alright, don't spill it.

Let's drink together next time.

Why are you squatting again?

You...

Xu Wei really...

Xu...

What else do you want to tell me?

We'll figure out

about Xu Wei.

Dear Second Dad,

By the time you receive this letter,

I should be arriving in Shanghai.

How have you been?

Work must be tough.

It's been nearly a year since we last saw each other.

Feihang misses you very much.

I'm a good student now.

often praised by teachers.

When I get to Shanghai,

I promise to study hard

and become someone useful to society.

Wishing you success at work and good health.

Your daughter, Feihang.

This outfit is a bit big.

It doesn't fit well.

Let me try.

It fits well.

By the way,

I forgot everything that happened

last night.

I remember it all.

Alright, go get some rest in bed.

I'll go get breakfast.

Silver dollars, silver dollars!

Hurry up!

Buy all the silver dollars!

[Exchange Transaction]

[400 yuan]

[800 yuan]

[800 yuan]

[1,500 yuan]

[RMB is not accepted]

[Huachang Bank]

Everyone!

Everyone, listen to me!

The bank isn't exchanging silver dollars today.

Please go back.

Close the door!

The bank has no more silver dollars!

[Huachang Bank]

The bank has no more silver dollars!

I have the silver dollars!

If you want to exchange them,

hurry up!

[Huachang Bank]

Line up!

[Yiletian Tea House]

Guiheng,

the boss sent you to work with Lanting.

How's that going?

Have you held him back?

It depends on Lanting's words.

Right, Lanting?

To be honest, Guiheng has never made a mistake

when handling the radio.

There's still no movement in Shanghai,

and I take full responsibility.

You got delayed at the Public Security Bureau.

The boss was worried about you.

That's why he sent me to check on you.

Thanks to the boss.

But the development of the business here

is full of thorns

at every step.

I hope the boss understands.

The boss understands,

and we should also help ease his burdens.

Of course.

After all, you've been given all the names

and so much money has been spent.

The boss is fighting for

one of the five seats in the National

Revolutionary Action Committee.

Only if you succeed here

can he

have more leverage.

Tell the boss not to worry.

I can assure you,

the economy in Shanghai

will soon collapse.

You plan to exploit the silver dollar crisis?

The silver dollar crisis is just a surface issue.

The real goal is

is to make people in Shanghai not believe in RMB.

And the appearance of counterfeit money

will amplify that distrust.

I need a cash printer.

I remember

when we withdrew from Shanghai,

we took a few cash printeres

from the Central Mint.

But those machines are huge,

not easy to bring in.

Human effort can achieve anything.

True.

Human effort can achieve anything.

[Yiletian Tea House]

How much do you know about his plan?

Why haven't I heard anything?

He's always acted on his own

and never cared about me.

A few days ago, he locked me up

for three days!

I almost died in there!

Dude,

if he keeps running things like this

as the Chief,

it will get out of control sooner or later.

He can't run things this way!

Alright, alright,

the boss knows your situation.

He sent you here

to keep him in check.

I'll do my best.

Dude,

if one day

I die for no reason,

I hope the boss can

look after my family.

I understand.

You've been through a lot.

Don't worry,

I'll report everything

happened here to the boss.

Dude,

thank you.

I'm waiting for someone.

The person you're waiting for is me.

I'm the new Falcon.

In this environment,

some people may recognize me,

so I have to

be like a boss.

Please understand.

Let's get down to business. What do you want?

We need your help to transport

a cash printer from Zhoushan to Shanghai.

It's too big.

The port is very strict.

It could easily get exposed.

Don't you think you went too far?

The boss found you

because he believes in your ability.

I will do my best.

I have a small question.

It seems like you guys are dragging

with what you're doing for me.

Well,

remember Liu Xisheng?

Even though he's lost

and didn't become chairman,

he's still stirring up trouble everywhere.

He thinks I'm the one behind everything

and keeps targeting me.

He's stolen a lot of my business.

Mr. Jin,

you are indeed a businessman.

When I ask you a favor,

I'll offer you in return.

So, can we still make a deal?

[Zilu Western Restaurant]

[Zilu Western Restaurant]

[Xinyue Ferry Transport Team]

[Xinyue Ferry Transport Team]

Everything set?

All done.

Okay.

[Xinyue Ferry Transport Team]

Alright, come down.

[Shanghai People's Government Public Security Bureau]

How much is this cigarette?

20 per pack.

It's expensive.

It's imported. Good quality.

Really?

Yan.

I heard you're officially hired.

Let's go. I'll treat you to something good.

Coming.

The guys buying cigarettes

are the two you told me about on the phone?

How long have they followed you?

A few days.

Come with me.

Come.

They're following us.

Let's go over there.

It's okay.

Who sent you here?

You won't tell us?

Let's talk at the police station.

I'll tell you.

It was Mr. Jin.

He's worried about your safety,

so he sent us to follow you.

My dad?

It's true.

This...

This photo

has been in my family album.

I don't want to make things difficult for you.

Stop following me.

Go now.

Okay, let's go.

I thought they were agents.

My dad's being too cautious.

It's not peaceful lately.

You know about those

people who got anthrax, right?

Uncle Jin just doesn't want you to get into any danger.

Yan,

so let's...

Now?

You're going to treat me.

The Party will miss you.

How can you have such a beautiful daughter?

Don't you think you went too far?

Five dots.

Have you all signed up

for the liberation celebration?

I don't have the time.

Everyone's been rushing to exchange

RMB for silver dollars in the streets.

Prices for food and rice have doubled.

Who's got the mind for dancing right now?

Did you change it to silver dollars?

We'd have exchanged it

if we could.

We're not as well off as you.

Listen, take your time.

Don't worry.

If you want to exchange, do it soon.

Two days ago, one silver dollar

was 900 RMB.

Yesterday it was 1,200.

Today it's 1,500.

It's skyrocketing.

Even if you go eat a bowl of noodles,

the price goes up as soon as it's served.

This is crazy.

Hey,

you have to hurry up.

Got it.

What are you talking about?

Shaobai.

Shaobai.

Shaobai, you came down.

Mom, is my outfit altered yet?

Yes, just finished.

You came down right in time.

Come on.

Try it.

How is it?

Looks great.

Look at Shaobai,

now officially with the People's Police.

He's really made his place.

Looks sharp.

My mom's tailoring skills are so good—

fits perfectly.

Yes.

By the way, Shaobai,

you're now an officer,

right?

So, tell us

what's the deal with the RMB?

It keeps going down and down.

It's putting a strain

on our hearts.

Don't worry about it.

If the RMB can make it into Beijing

and Shandong,

it'll definitely make it into Shanghai.

I'm telling you, the silver dollar craze won't last long.

Don't underestimate the new government's

resolve.

Look at Shaobai,

talking like a real leader,

just like that Director Lu.

He learned it from me.

Listen to me, everyone.

Don't speculate on silver dollars.

You'll regret it later.

Okay.

How much could we possibly make from that?

Right, we'll follow our leader Shaobai.

Right?

Exactly, listen to our Shaobai.

[People's Bank of China] [People's Bank of China]

This master plate is the most authentic version in the world.

The creator, Colonel Lou, was even

received by Mr. Chiang.

[People's Bank of China]

This won't do.

It's too crude.

What do we do? This is the only version we have.

It needs to be made like a work of art.

I'll figure something out.

[People's Bank of China]

Jin Maochang just delivered the cash printer

and the ink and paper.

The NBIS has sent over

the best technicians from the past.

They're all experts.

Counterfeit money will soon flood Shanghai.

The designer of this series of RMB

was an artist.

After many days of copying,

I've finally grasped his intentions.

Soon,

counterfeit money will flood Shanghai

like a tide.

Hello?

Great.

I got it.

Falcon's call.

The Hook Sword Gang is about to make a move.

That means our RMB

will soon circulate in Shanghai's

market.

Boss Dai,

our revenue has dropped by 20% this month.

Ever since the Communists arrived,

the dockworkers have

become increasingly defiant.

Now they're even

refusing to pay protection fee.

It's odd this time.

There's no leader,

but those laborers act like

they have strong backing.

No matter who's there,

the dock can't function without our Hook Sword Gang.

They all need to live

and feed their families.

They'll learn their lesson

once they see blood.

[Shunxing Dock]

Big brother, the Hook Sword Gang collects dues on the eighth of every month.

All the leaders will be there.

The Bearded One

has killed a few men of us recently.

I can't swallow this grievance.

Screw her.

Listen up,

killing a member of the Hook Sword Gang

gets you 100 silver dollars.

Whoever kills Dai Yueqing

gets two gold bars.

[Shunxing Dock]

Okay.

Whether we can wipe them out

depends on today.

Okay.

Let's go.

[Shunxing Dock]

It's about time.

Mr. Feng.

What do you mean

with these guns and knives?

What do I mean?

Boss Dai,

you broke the rules.

The river is our River Gang's territory.

The docks are yours.

That's been the rule for over 100 years.

But you

killed my men and stole my goods.

I'll settle this with you today.

Okay.

Now the Communists are in Shanghai,

and the docks are strictly guarded.

We couldn't get enough food,

so we had to ask our neighbors for food.

Cut the crap!

Dai Yueqing, let me tell you.

Whoever steals food from me,

I'll send them down to see River God.

Right, guys?

Yes!

Dai,

you didn't expect to die here today, did you?

Don't worry. I'll make it quick for you.

Alright then.

Go!

Everyone stop!

I've given them the weapons.

Next, it's up to Dai Yueqing.

Chief,

is it worth it helping them?

What are these gang members to you?

Stragglers.

What's the use of them?

Different battles need different soldiers.

Now we have the people,

and the key is how to use them.

So,

success or failure is up to us.

Understood.

Kneel down!

Boss Dai said

let bygones be bygones.

From now on,

the Hook Sword Gang and the River Gang are one family.

You can work for Boss Dai

and enjoy the good life.

Dai Yueqing,

you're truly ruthless.

You even set me up.

It doesn't matter if I die,

the River God won't spare you.

But to please the River God,

I'll have to offer you as a sacrifice.

Anyone who gets a hook

is part of the Hook Sword Gang now.

You all know

what to do next, right?

Let's see who dares to take it.

Bastard!

You bastard!

We've sworn allegiance to Guan Yu.

Today, whoever acts

will pay with their life.

Come on!

Gen! Gen! Gen!

Gen!

Gen!

I...

Let me see

who dares to make a move.

Mr. Feng is so generous,

giving me so many capable men.

You don't have to

worry about the river anymore.

Please, Boss Dai.

From the beginning, I knew you were no ordinary.

Please, come in.

Do we need to sneak around like this?

Being caught

means getting shot.

I've solved your problem.

Shouldn't we now cooperate and

make money together?

Officer,

whether it's the docks or the river,

the Hook Sword Gang earns hard money.

Now the NBIS wants a share.

How can me and my brothers live?

Those little snacks you mentioned,

we don't care for them.

If you want to get rich,

you need to make money from money.

Shanghai is the financial center of the Far East.

Don't you want to fight it out

on the financial battlefield with me?

Financial?

Did you find the wrong person?

Let me ask you,

between a silver dollar and a RMB,

which do you trust more?

Of course, the silver dollar.

Exactly.

Your choice is what

most people in Shanghai would choose.

Now the PLA might have entered Shanghai,

but it's not certain if RMB will take over.

It's time to light this fire.

[Shunxing Dock]

Unload.

[Xinyue Ferry Transport Team]

[Seal on June 19, 28, Republic of China]

[Xinyue Ferry Transport Team]

Listen up, everyone.

From now on,

do whatever it takes

to spend this money.

Buy rice, flour, oil, cigarettes,

anything you can use daily,

get it all.

Got it?

Good.

Boss, everyone is here.