Five years ago,
we started valet parking
at the Palace Restaurant in the Tai Hing Estate, Tuen Mun.
My brothers and I were full of ambition.
But two weeks had barely gone by
and we were raided daily by the police.
Within one year,
six of our brothers died.
Buddha, protect me.
As the proverb goes:
'What thousands must die so that Caesar may become great.'
But I don't believe in destiny.
The rule of this game is to take fate in our own hands.
You are the newest in my gang.
Your records are the cleanest.
You can choose your own future.
OK.
I wish you all
every success in the police force.
Cheers, officers.
27149, you were here 10 minutes ago. How many files were on my desk?
Six.
Four beige ones on the left, a red one and a white one on the right.
What do you think of me?
Sorry, I'm not sure, sir.
You must have been in a hurry, because your socks don't match.
27149, you can go now.
Yes, sir.
You owe me HK$500.
I'll pay you after pay day.
I told you he would make the best undercover cop.
You have to follow the rules at cadet school.
Those who break the rules will be like him. They'll be expelled.
Who wants to trade places with him?
I do.
27149, this is a long-term undercover mission.
Your records will be erased.
Only Superintendent Wong and I will know of your identity.
This mission is highly dangerous. Is that clear?
Yes, sir.
I can't stand it any longer.
I'm either harassed by cops or beaten up by Triads.
4927, you're still a rookie.
Give me a reason why I should promote you.
Hang on? Why do you give it a go?
I won awards at cadet school and have been praised as an officer.
I can lead the police force, sir.
Go over there for your mugshot.
- Excuse me. - Can I help?
Excuse me.
I want to try this stereo.
What speakers are you using?
Nothing special. Any recommendations?
Try this Hong Kong amplifier - only HK$10,000.
It's as good as those expensive European amps.
Sweet high notes, crisp middle, strong bass.
In short - transparent.
Come and listen.
The voice is floating.
See?
The voice is drifting towards you.
Try this one.
This one is better for listening to the oldies.
- What do you think? - It's better.
Any discount if I buy the whole set?
Buy the amp here, but not the speakers.
It's cheaper at Cheung Wai.
- Who should I ask for? - Tell them Yan sent you.
- Which one is mine? - The one in the middle.
- Thank you. - Thank you.
- Is Cheung Wai open yet? - Sure.
You bastard. I told you to watch the shop, not send the customers away.
Your speakers are overpriced.
How else could I afford to pay you guys for 'protection'?
Why don't you try not paying for a change?
The cable.
- I'll return it in a few days. - It's worth HK$4,000!
- Where are you rushing to? - A funeral.
Tell me, how many times have you been arrested for assault?
I tried to convince the Department that you have psychological problems
but you keep beating people up.
Are you really going crazy?
Have you forgotten you're a cop?
You said it'd only be three years
but after that, came another three years, then another.
It's almost 10 years, boss.
Can't you be more polite? Only I know your real identity.
Maybe it's simpler to erase your file so you're stuck with the Triads.
What do you want me to do?
Remind myself daily that I'm a cop?
Shout out, 'Drop your gun, I'm a cop',
even while I'm dreaming?
- When will Sam place his order? - No idea.
Sometime this week.
- What? - Sometime this week!
The Thais are here. If Sam doesn't take the goods, they'll resell them.
- Where is the warehouse? - How the hell do I know?
I've only worked for him for three years.
- OK, I'll let you retire after this. - Bullshit.
I've heard that a million times.
Not these mikes again. The Hong Kong Police has lots of money.
Tell them to get me more advanced ones.
How about those implanted internally?
Where is it implanted into?
Pinhole camera?
Where's the lens?
Your birthday is on the 25th, right?
I never wear watches.
- So? - Hi.
If we don't have anything by 5:00pm,
the counterfeit passport case will be off.
It's 3:15pm.
- What would you like, boss? - Tea with milk.
They won't talk before their lawyers get here.
Their lawyers haven't called back yet.
I'm not saying anything before my lawyer arrives.
I'm Mr Lau, your lawyer. Did you phone home?
Why should I call home?
That's good.
Last Friday, the 17th, from 3:45pm to 5:00pm. Where were you?
Brother Mo is asking if your family needs any help.
Don't worry. They won't record anything when a lawyer is present.
Brother Mo told you to come?
Those two junior ones next door have squealed on the workshop already.
The cops are heading there now.
Brother Mo told you not to say anything.
If your brother is in there, tell him to get out.
Come on.
- So? - Get lost.
I'm asking you to get lost!
Get lost!
I'll go.
If you don't trust me, so be it.
Take care.
Yes, don't say anything before your lawyer arrives.
You don't need to tell me.
- Fanny. - Yes?
Check this number.
Find it for me.
Ngau Tau Kok, Cheung Fai Industrial Building, second floor.
Cheung Fai Industrial Building, second floor.
- OK. - Boss.
- Everything's set. - Triads.
- Where's my tea? - Here.
Thanks.
Well done.
How did you know it's Mo's hideout?
Thanks.
Hello. Yes.
No problem. OK.
Sorry everyone, there's overtime tonight.
Our target is a drug trafficking cartel.
My source says they will be trading with a Thai seller in an hour's time.
Cash will be delivered to a unit across the street on the third floor.
We don't know where they'll collect the goods.
CIB will be responsible for tagging the target and communications.
Our unit will not take action
until our undercover has pinned down the delivery place.
Let's look at our targets.
Here are our targets tonight -
Sam, Chan Wing Yan, Del Piero.
We've watched them for a while. We'd better nail them.
OK?
Let's get to work.
- Sorry for calling you so urgently. - Officer Wong.
Our mission was confidential till now.
- Are you confident? - Yes, it should be OK.
Pass the phone to Dad.
I can't come home for dinner.
Too bad, the food is cooked already. Call me when you're back.
I'll heat it up for you.
You look so relaxed.
It's only work. We can always try again.
Sorry.
Mobile signals in the area are under surveillance.
Officer Wong.
- Officer Wong, which channel? - 454870.
Attention. Our prey has arrived.
Take out your mobiles.
You two, get the car.
Wait.
Yan. Escort the Thais here.
You two, follow me.
- Lau. - Yes.
Did Sam and his gang make any calls?
No. They've probably changed their phones.
- Search for calls made in the area. - I'm searching.
There are some 6,500 mobiles connected.
There are 267 connected mobiles on Shantung Street alone.
Give me 10 minutes.
Good.
Thank you.
They seem to be watching us.
Are they watching us?
Who?
Those two.
No one is watching you.
Those two, the ones that are kissing.
They're just kissing. You think you're famous?
- Our prey's back. - Watch him.
Boss. The Thais are here.
Hey, man.
Cigar?
Is that any good?
- Are you cold? - Very cold.
Your Cantonese is great!
You're quite something.
Very impressive.
Grade AA.
Licence plate number HN397 is leaving.
HN397 has left.
Helen, Nelson 397.
Should we follow them?
Elephant, Kwai Chung Terminal.
Kwai Chung Terminal.
You're being followed. Just drive around.
They know which channel we're on. Change to channel 456855.
Sam, where are those two going?
Don't worry, stay calm.
Take care of the Thais.
Hello? Why don't you use the walkie-talkie?
- We've switched channels. - OK?
- 456855. - Hey!
Piero, someone is following you.
Keep driving around.
Cheung.
Tell Elephant on the previous channel
that action has been cancelled.
Elephant, action has been cancelled. Come back to the station.
Roger.
It's sorted.
What the hell is going on?
What's so funny?
I understand Thai. I know what they're saying.
- Really? - Yes.
They're complaining about the boss.
What are they complaining about?
Those Thais waiting at Lung Koo Bay are freezing to death.
You know they can't stand the cold. Isn't that right?
You're right! You're pretty smart.
Call Elephant. The goods are at Lung Koo Bay.
- Yes? - Boss, I've found it.
Tell Keung to check the goods. Make sure no one is around.
Not a soul.
A boat is approaching.
Hey, the cocaine is all here.
Keung, are you an idiot or what? Boss.
I heard it. Tell Keung to repeat loudly that the cocaine is his.
Keung, it's Boss.
Repeat loudly that the cocaine is yours.
The cocaine is yours.
Deal.
Get ready.
Thanks.
Double 8.
Arrest the Thais when they come out.
Wait.
- Hello? - Throw the goods away.
Keung, throw the goods into the sea.
Police. Freeze.
Freeze. Don't move.
Stay where you are.
- We have the men but lost the goods. - Double 8, hold it.
All of you, follow me.
What are you looking at?
Boss.
Police, don't move.
Sam.
How's your dinner?
Not bad.
It's sorted. Your boys were only enjoying the sea breeze.
So they can go now?
Yes, any time.
We don't want to waste your time.
Don't worry. We're old acquaintances.
- I haven't eaten here for a while. - You're always welcome.
Never mind. I feel bad coming here empty-handed.
There's no need.
I feel bad for making you lose several grand tonight.
A mole won't do us in.
Likewise.
I remember a story.
Two fools need a kidney transplant. There's only one kidney.
They play a game.
They put a card into the other's pocket.
Whoever guesses the card in their own pocket wins.
You know I can see your card.
I think so, too.
- I'll win the game. - OK.
- We should both be more careful. - Alright.
By the way, whoever loses will die.
I can't wait to see you die.
Ever seen anyone shake a corpse's hand?
Let's go.
- Put it next to the sofa. - OK.
Thanks.
Mary, what's the interior designer's number?
The interior designer... 90255047.
How many boxes are there?
- 24. - 24?
- Sure? - Sure.
- Pass me the phone. - Coming.
Hello? Hold on.
- Who is it? - I don't know.
- Hello! - It's me.
Yes, I'm moving in. Don't eavesdrop.
It's confidential.
I've lost all of my goods. Find out who the mole is.
Hold on. There are too many people here.
- I can't get the undercover files. - I don't care how difficult it is.
I only know that he uses Morse code.
I need information about your associates last night.
Their real names, ID card number, account number.
See you tonight, L-13.
See you.
What's the matter?
29.
28.
- 29! - I'm talking about my novel.
I know what I'm going to write about. Come here.
I can write about a man with 28 different personalities.
- Are you talking about me? - Be serious.
Think about it. A man with 28 personalities.
That means he starts acting the minute he wakes up.
He doesn't know which one is the real him.
- Isn't it scary? - Very scary.
- Good? - It'll be a bestseller.
- Wait... - What is it?
- Why is the seat so big? - Which one?
I must have gotten the measurements wrong.
Take it easy.
You women... Let me see.
Get up.
Don't be mad.
Meet up? You want me dead?
There's a mole at the police station. Catch him first.
So who is he?
I can't talk any more.
What?
Just now?
I was at the doctor's.
I'm seeing the shrink now.
I'm going crazy. Bye.
This chair is really...
incredible.
You should buy one so you don't need to come here to sleep.
It's more comfortable here.
Don't sulk.
If it wasn't for me in the past four months,
you wouldn't get to play games.
It's five months.
Your mandatory therapy will be over in a month.
You can sleep at home then.
So soon?
I don't seem to have improved at all.
Why don't you write a report to prolong my treatment?
Besides, my head is splitting at the moment.
Could it be schizophrenia?
It's called a headache. I'll prescribe some Panadol for you.
Actually, there's something I want to ask you
but it's kind of awkward.
What do you think of me?
Do you think I'm a good guy or a bad guy?
I don't know who you are.
I'll tell you a secret. Don't tell anyone.
I'm actually a cop.
So am I.
Let's continue next week. Try to remember your dreams.
Of course.
I see you in my dreams.
See you next week.
Just Panadol?
Bye.
Your promotion has been approved.
You'll be transferred to Internal Affairs but you will work at OCTB.
I don't understand.
I suspect Sam has a mole in the department.
I want you to investigate it.
Why me?
We've scrutinized all possible candidates.
You have an immaculate record and you've solved many cases in CIB.
In IA, you'll be in contact with senior officials.
It's a good opportunity.
I've arranged for you to appear on TV. Remember to spruce up.
When will I meet the Board?
You just did.
Come on, try it.
Have a go.
Thanks.
By the way, how's the wedding going?
Everything's on schedule.
That's good.
You'll be more mature after you're married.
Your image will improve, too.
You'll get promoted again.
That's right, broaden your horizon.
Fill in your real name.
This is my real name. You don't know my name is Del Piero?
- Really? - Yes.
Let me show you how it's done.
What are you doing?
Hey... The boss told us to fill in these forms.
He must be setting up mandatory provident funds for us.
You spelt 'bodyguard' wrong.
- Isn't it like this? - Of course not.
- It should be like that. - That's it.
A shipment will come in next week.
They're watching closely.
You do what you need to do. I'll handle the rest.
The file is open. I can't handle it.
So you're not worried about me.
You're worried about yourself, Inspector Lau.
Those girls are ugly.
I'll take care of it.
Hello?
I'm on my way.
Yan.
How long have you worked for me?
Three or four years.
That long?
I didn't realise.
Next week, I'm ordering more goods
but this time, I'm using some tough new faces
so you guys can rest.
Not even Keung?
Keung?
He's crazy.
Do you know we have a mole here?
What should we do?
I'll take care of it.
How?
I'll find out who he is soon. Get ready for action.
Yan...
...I trust you the most.
Lau. Lau.
No, thanks.
The team.
You know most of them. No need for introductions.
But...
- Why? - What is this?
Everybody knows you're here to find the mole.
What do you expect?
They're worried you'll show them up.
They all want to know who the mole is.
Just tell me who you want to investigate.
Any clues?
Two days ago, my informer nearly found out who he was.
If Sam orders more goods, he'll need the mole.
Just follow Sam and we'll get what we want.
- I've got a lot to learn from you. - Don't say that.
You were sent here because you're capable.
Not everyone can handle Internal Affairs.
The coffee here is the best in the headquarters. I'll get you a cup.
My informer nearly found out who the mole was two days ago.
If Sam orders more goods, he'll need the mole again.
SEARCH FINISHED. PERSON NOT FOUND.
REMEMBER TO CALL ME TODAY. MARY. DO YOU MISS ME? MARY.
- Hello? - Hey.
- The bed's here. - It's here? Is it comfortable?
- You want to try it? - Don't be silly. I'm working.
Think about it.
No, I can't.
- Come on. - Next Saturday.
I'll be free on Saturday.
OK.
Saturday then. Bye.
- You're up? - Yes.
We've just tried the bed and you're working already?
- I'm very hardworking. - What are you writing now?
Here.
The more I think about it, the more pathetic the main character seems.
Yeah.
Perhaps I should make him happier. Should I turn him into a good guy?
He's a good guy but he's done bad things.
How should it end?
That's a good question.
I'll leave it to you writers.
- You're not sleeping? - Help me.
Help me.
- I can't. - Go to sleep, you're tired.
From now on, follow Wong around the clock.
Piero, I know how to spot a plain clothes cop.
How?
If he seems to be doing something
but is actually watching us instead, then he's a cop.
I see.
- Then there are cops everywhere. - Yes.
- Yan. - Boss.
- What are you doing? - You're a cop.
We're guessing who's a cop.
That's pointless.
- You want to come for a massage? - I hate it.
Don't say anything.
- Let's grass him up. - I won't.
What a coincidence.
Yes, I'm out shopping.
I haven't seen you for ages.
It's been six years.
- How are you? - I'm married.
How about you? Still in the same line of business?
Mummy.
- Your daughter? - Yes.
- How old is she? - Five years old.
I'm waiting for my husband's car, so...
I'm in a hurry, too.
- Bye. - Bye.
Mummy, I'm six already.
Sorry, I always get it wrong.
- Where are you? - Coming!
Hello?
Boss, he's taking the underground.
Follow him.
Hello? Boss, he's going to the 24th floor.
Wait and see.
Sam, we've got it.
I don't know yet,
but I know where he is now.
Keep watch over here.
- Any news? - A shipment will come in next week.
I'm not sure of the time and location.
I don't know who Sam's mole is but he seems confident he'll find me out.
In that case...
We better stop. We'll lose.
- What? - What else can I do?
It's a deadly business.
Hello?
Boss called. He's found the mole. He told us to take care of it.
I'll be right there.
Hello?
Watch Wong.
Giant and Ronald, go up the stairs.
Keung, take the other lift.
Does anyone know you're here?
- No. - They're downstairs now.
What are you doing?
Put it away.
- Take the window cleaners' lift. - And you?
I'll take the lift.
Be careful.
Hey...
Nothing.
Darling.
The apartment is superb.
The 180-degree window faces the golf course,
plus club membership costs...
Superintendent Wong?
Take me to the main entrance.
What do you think of me?
Your birthday is on the 25th, right?
Let's go.
Something's happened to the superintendent.
There was a gunfight in Sheung Wan this afternoon.
Three suspects are dead and several suspects and victims are injured.
One of the victims
was a superintendent in OCTB, Mr Wong Chi Shing.
The motive is unknown. The police have begun investigations.
They are now after several Triad members from Kowloon.
The Police Commissioner has expressed deep condolences
and pledged to solve the case as soon as possible.
That was close.
10 minutes after you went for your massage, Boss told us to get ready.
I was really frightened.
I usually hide under the car when there's a fight.
There were guns up there.
I wanted to say I had to leave.
Two days ago, Boss told me to go to his room.
He asked me how long I'd worked for him.
I didn't remember.
He then said, 'Keung, it's been five years already.
'You've performed well over the years.
'I have a question for you.
'Lf one of your brothers is a mole, will you take him out? '
Of course I said I would. You think I'm an idiot or what?
You know what happened next?
They couldn't find the mole.
That cop was tough.
They dragged him upstairs and beat him up for a good 10 minutes.
10 minutes.
He didn't say a word.
Keung.
Boss said the cop was hot on his trail.
Whoever didn't show up today is the mole.
I didn't
tell him you went for a massage.
If Boss knew, you'd be dead meat.
Yan, I want to ask you something.
How was the masseuse today?
Because...
if she's ugly, it's not worth it.
Leave now.
There will be lots of cops after a car crash.
Remember...
...if you see someone...
...who seems to be doing something but is actually watching you...
then he's a cop.
The closed-circuit TV shows that Wong entered that building at 4:15.
The suspects entered 20 minutes later.
At 4:38pm, we received Inspector Lau's report.
Eight minutes before we arrived, someone fell off the building.
That was Superintendent Wong.
All the suspects killed or injured belonged to Sam's gang.
Many suspects escaped. The actual numbers are unknown.
Why did Wong go to that building?
It was me.
I told CIB to follow him.
Why was CIB following him?
That's IA's business.
Now that Superintendent Wong is dead, it's OCTB's business as well.
What?
Wong was dedicated to the police force and you investigated him?
- We don't need your approval. - You made a mistake.
- He would still be alive... - It's business.
- I'm talking about personal matters. - Nobody wanted this!
Sorry, sir.
It was my fault.
I'll give everybody an answer. Sorry.
Wong had a file with information on the undercover in Sam's gang.
It's locked by a password.
The technical staff can't decipher it.
Inspector Lau.
Work with CIB and decipher it as soon as possible, OK?
We have to get our man out of there.
Anyway...
Wong was a good cop.
We should give him a grand funeral, OK?
Yes, sir.
- Hello? - Boss.
Why the big scene?
One of us had to die.
I'm in charge of everything now. Call me if you've got transactions.
It's done.
We got the goods when they killed the cop today.
OK, that's it for now. I don't want to bother you.
What did you call me for?
So you're the one?
Who are you?
OCTB Inspector Lau.
Wong's gone, we're all upset.
I have some unfinished business.
Wong wouldn't want you to act illegally.
What do you want?
Co-operation.
An hour ago, the police discovered the body of a fugitive suspect
who was involved in the Sheung Wan shooting earlier today.
The police have identified the body as undercover officer Tsui Wai Keung.
The police have expressed their condolences...
Yan is back.
Three vehicles collided in Yuen Long today.
One driver was trapped until firefighters rescued him.
Boss.
How are you?
I've taken care of Keung already.
Has he ever been to the warehouse?
Lt'll be disastrous if he knew where it is.
Boss.
- You don't need to go, too. - No one knows the password.
I understand. I'll send everyone away.
Inspector Cheung.
Tell them to stop following Sam.
I know that Sam's going to the warehouse.
He won't go if he's being followed.
Just send them away. Let's do something for Wong.
Please help me, OK?
Say something.
This has nothing to do with me.
I was told not to get involved.
If they're willing to go off duty, then so be it.
I know I'm responsible for Wong's death.
I'm also a cop, like you. I want to solve the case too.
I thought you just wanted a promotion.
Wong's mole tipped me off. Do you believe me or not?
This is our last chance. Are you going to take the risk?
HIGHWAY 3.
Attention.
Our target vehicle is on Highway 3 from Canton Road.
It's turning around on Lung Cheung Road towards Kwun Tong.
They went up to the 4th floor of the car park.
Officer Chan won't let me touch this case.
If anything goes wrong, you'll take the blame.
They're loading the goods at 4P. Elephant, stand by the 3P exit.
Double 8, watch the entrance of 2P. Fishball and Cheung, stand by here.
- All of you, wait for my signal. - Yes, sir.
I forgot, Boss told me to stay behind. Drop me off here.
Go!
My master always said:
'What thousands must die so that Caesar may become great.'
You choose your own future.
You chose this.
A cup of coffee for you.
He's waiting.
So it's you?
Did you like the stereo?
It's good.
Those tube amps have to be warmed up. It'll sound great after 10 minutes.
- Should I salute you? - There's no need.
How long have you been a mole?
I've followed Sam for three years. I had several other bosses before.
It's been 10 years.
10 years? I should salute you instead.
I just want an identity. I want to be a normal person.
You're sick of it?
You've never been a mole, you won't understand.
Too bad I didn't find the squealer. If I do, I'll take him down.
Don't worry. We'll give you back your identity.
I'd open your file but I don't have the password.
It's the Morse code for 'undercover'.
That's it?
You don't even know how to spell 'bodyguard'?
- Isn't it like this? - Of course not.
Dr Lee.
- I thought you wouldn't come. - You're wanted by the police.
- Can I sleep in your chair again? - Let's talk upstairs.
Last time you said you're a cop. Is it true?
It was true.
I'm not so sure now.
So what's your plan?
I don't know.
I'm still thinking.
I've been wanting to say something to you...
...but I've been too shy.
I told you I dream about you. It's true.
Me, too.
Mary.
What is it?
Is it broken?
The men from the stereo shop came by this morning.
They've tuned it already.
They also left a CD sampler.
I've listened to it.
Have you had breakfast yet? I'll get you some.
Tea?
Chinese bun?
Sure.
I can't finish my novel.
I don't know whether he's good or bad.
I think only he knows.
A shipment will come in next week.
They're watching.
You do what you need to do. I'll handle the rest.
- The file's open. I can't handle it. - So you're not worried about me.
You're worried about yourself.
Were the voices clear?
That precious recording was from Sam's office.
It's not your lucky day.
Don't threaten me. What do you want?
I want my identity back.
3pm, Central ferry pier. Keep your mobile on.
The number you have dialled cannot be connected.
Please leave a message.
Mary, sorry.
I've chosen to be the good guy.
I'm going to meet Yan now.
No matter what, I'll give him back his identity.
The file is in my computer and the password is your birth date.
- You know what you're doing. - I went to the cadet school too.
Do all undercover cops like rooftops?
I'm not like you, I'm not afraid of the light.
Where's the stuff I want?
You haven't brought what I want either.
So what does that mean?
We're just here to sunbathe?
Give me a chance.
How?
I had no choice before, but now I want to turn over a new leaf.
Good.
Tell the judge that.
See what he has to say.
You want me dead?
- Sorry, I'm a cop. - Who knows that?
Don't move. Police.
Drop your weapon and let Inspector Lau go.
Your boss is Sam's mole.
I've got evidence. Let's clear this up at the station.
- Drop your weapon now. - I've called the police.
- Why should I trust you? - You don't have to.
Be careful.
Look who's talking.
I wish you every success in the police force.
Cheers, officers.
Don't worry.
We're brothers.
Sam's dead now.
You have to look out for me.
I joined the cadet school in 1994.
My career never really took off.
He didn't even notice me.
I've taken care of Sam's tape. Don't worry.
I'll work for you now.
Our guys are coming. Let's give them a good show.
I'm quite smart actually.
Too bad Sam never noticed.
I'm a cop.
How are you, Mr Policeman?
HE DIED BRAVELY. HIS NOBLE SPIRIT IS ETERNAL.
Those who break the rules will be like him.
They'll be expelled.
Who wants to trade places with him?
I do.