Some people would do anything to get what they want
The line dividing good and evil is thin
Break the law, pay the price
The law is humane
The law is impartial
Go on, attack him! He's on his last legs
You cheated!
Watch your words
You lost 'cause you were lousy
You'd better watch your back!
I've checked the victim's wallet. His name is Mark Tan
I found an arcade game card...
and a receipt
He asked me over to play games, but he's sleeping?
Tony...
Wake up
The victim's skin and mucous membranes are bright red in colour
There are no signs of cyanosis in his nails and lips
Preliminary examinations show...
the victim died of cyanide poisoning
Cyanide? How did he ingest cyanide?
We don't know yet
But we found this packet drink under the victim's seat
We'll run some tests before making any conclusions
All right
Jason, check if this drink was bought here
If it was,
we may have to test all the packet drinks
Yes, Madam
Madam, we've taken the statements of the boss and customers
None of them noticed anything unusual
We've also asked for the CCTV footage
We'll view it -Sure
How did you stumble on Tony's body?
He asked me out to play games this afternoon
When I got here, I saw him lying prone on the table
At first, I thought he was sleeping
I tried to wake him up, but got no response
It was then that I realized he was dead
There are bruises and scars on the victim
He might've tussled with someone before he died,
and was injured
But his exact cause of death is...
the potassium cyanide in his drink
Potassium cyanide is commonly called shan ai
It can be used as rat poison
If you ingest 100 to 200mg of potassium cyanide,
you'll lose consciousness within one minute or even 10 seconds
It depends on how strong your immune system is
Within the next 45 minutes,
you'll fall into a coma or deep sleep,
and your heart will stop
Those were my findings
Thank you
I'll leave if there's nothing else
The results have come back from the lab. The other beverages at the cybercafe...
weren't contaminated
Someone had spiked the victim's drink
Found anything in the CCTV footage?
I've viewed the footage
The victim's position was a dead angle
The footage showed him buying a drink after he entered the cybercafe
Then, he walked towards another corner
There were other young people milling around
Nothing suspicious
Madam, Mark and Tony had something in common
They were both playing the same online game
They had also competed in a nationwide competition of the game
Mark came in first place, and Tony second
Who came in third?
A player who goes by the username StrangerX
Can you find his real identity?
I'm still checking
He may be the next victim
Madam, you think the murders...
are connected to the rankings?
Since we haven't got any leads,
we must look at every possibility
Ziliang, can you look up Wu Ke'er's call and message logs?
Yes, Madam
Meeting's over
Xuezhi
Hi -What are you doing here?
To see you. Are you better?
I told you I was fine. Don't worry
Where's your assistant?
She called in sick
These health supplements are for you
You didn't have to do this
Please accept them. I'll feel better
All right. Don't buy me anything next time
Oh, have you had lunch? Join me?
Hi
Do you remember me?
You are...
Yes -You remember?
What are you doing here?
It's my friend's birthday today. I'd like to get some flowers
Your girlfriend?
No, an ordinary friend
How about roses and baby's breath?
OK. You decide for me
Need my help?
My roses are in the cooler
Can you get them for me? -Sure
Here's your bouquet
Thank you
This is too much. It's only $80
Keep the change
Your name's Xuezhi?
It's lunchtime. Shall we grab lunch?
Sorry, I'm having lunch with a friend
Would you like to join us?
No, thanks. See you
Your bouquet
I almost forgot
Bye-bye -Bye
Let's go
I'll wash my hands -Sure
Just order anything you like
I want a Thai fried rice
That's all?
Braised tofu -Braised tofu? Sure
I want it extra spicy -Sure
The Thai fried rice here is already very spicy
I love spicy foods
Chilli oil is a must when I'm having boiled dumplings
You like boiled dumplings?
When I was in the States,
I often went to a Chinese restaurant in Chinatown
They had the best dumplings
Their signature dumplings in chilli oil...
also had chilli inside. They were very moreish
Were they really that good?
Since I came here,
I haven't been able to find an authentic version of this dish
I dare not order it when eating out 'cause I don't want to be disappointed
It's hard to find delicious dumplings in chilli oil here
But I'm luckier than you - my mum makes them
Whenever I feel like having some, she'll make them
Really? -Yes
Could I try them sometime?
I really miss the taste
Of course
Besides dumplings in chilli oil,
my mum can also make other kinds of dumplings
Come to my place for a meal sometime
It's a deal -Yes
What's this?
A Taiwanese friend taught me
If you place a piece of paper on the customer's forehead,
the water won't get splashed on her face
Does it really work? -We shall see
It works. I'm not getting water on my face
Not bad, huh? Your customers won't ever gripe again
I have such a sweet son
Son, you've been in high spirits lately
Do you mean I look glum at other times?
Look at you - you're beaming
Did you get back with Anni?
Mum, I've told you...
Anni and I will never get back together
I like what we have now
Oh, I've made a new friend
She said she couldn't find good dumplings in chilli oil
I told her you made them and she wanted to try
A girl, yes?
Yes
You like her?
You're using this as an excuse to introduce me to her?
You're imagining things
She almost got hurt while helping me with a case
I'm trying to make amends
That's all?
Mum! Your hair's still wet
I find her very easy to get along with
Even though we've just met, she feels like an old friend
You like my answer?
That'll teach you to keep things from me
I really just see her as a friend
It takes time for love to blossom between two people
Since she's caught your attention,
I'm sure she's a lovely girl
Invite her home for a meal
I'll cook
Thanks, Mum
My phone's ringing
Hello?
What is it, Ke'er?
Lunch tomorrow?
The coffee's pretty good, right?
You didn't just ask me out for a meal
What favour do you need?
Dad says you know a psychiatrist...
by the name of Guo Yongyan
Yes
I often meet up with him and Anni for drinks
What's wrong?
I'd like to get to know him better,
say, his birthday, zodiac sign, blood type
And the food he likes, the exercises he does...
Stop
What are you after?
I just want to know him better. He can be my new friend
You're not his type
What makes you so sure?
You don't know him as well as I do
He doesn't like bubbly young girls like you
There are no certainties in love
I don't care. I want you to ask him out for me
Would you prefer it if I left you two alone?
That would be best
Stop daydreaming, OK?
How do you know if you don't ask him?
I give up
There's a guy over there
He's been staring at you
Really?
What a coincidence
You are...
I'm Ben -Ben?
Do I know you?
We had a great time at a pub a few days ago
You don't recognize me?
Surely your memory's not that poor?
Sorry, I don't know you
Are you kidding me? -Hang on
I'm with a friend now
Will you please leave me alone?
All right
You really don't know him? -No
I know - he wanted to chat me up 'cause I'm pretty
Aren't you overconfident!
It's important to have self-confidence
Oh, you haven't told me what Dr Guo Yongyan's type is...
Bill, please
Ke'er!
Are you alone?
Yes
I didn't say hi when I saw you at the cybercafe
I hope you didn't mind
I didn't
Can I buy you a meal sometime?
No, thanks
But... -I must get going
Ke'er! I tried to call you, but couldn't reach you
Did you change your phone number?
Yes
Can I have your new number?
It's not necessary. Bye
Do you like the clothes?
No, they didn't look nice
Let's catch a movie
What were you two talking about?
Just catching up with an old friend
I also asked her for her new number
You want to contact her?
Do you want to catch the movie?
Forget it then
Mum, my friend's here. We bought beancurd pudding
Give me a minute
Have a seat. I'll take this inside
You seem lost in thought
These are...
My family photos
Who's the little girl?
She's my sister
But she's been separated from our family for years
Didn't you look for her?
I'd exhausted every single avenue. Still, I didn't find her
Hello!
You're Xuezhi? You're very pretty
Hi, Auntie
I'm so sorry to trouble you
It's no trouble. I like to have guests over
Have a seat. I'm making dumplings
I'll help you. I want to learn
I can teach you a few tricks if you're keen
You're quite something
My mum doesn't allow people into her kitchen
She won't even let me cook instant noodles
You always make a mess of my kitchen...
when you cook instant noodles
That's why I bar you from the kitchen
It's your first meeting with Xuezhi
How do you know she won't mess up your kitchen?
A girl can't be as sloppy as you
Fine, I'll wait for the food to be served
Good
Ignore him. Come with me
I never had the chance to learn how to make dumplings
Making dumplings is a proper craft
Here - I made the filling two hours ago
It's made with fresh pork and vegetables
I used water chestnut, Chinese chives and carrot
I diced them all up
Why? It gives them a lovely crunch
To season it,
add oil, salt, sugar, pepper and some sesame oil
Mix it thoroughly
It should be well seasoned now
We can start making the dumplings
Not too much filling
Is this OK? -Yes
Fold it over
Pinch to seal
Like this? -Fold it over
That's right
What do you think? -Not bad
You're a fast learner
You're a good teacher -You flatter me
Let's do it together
Thanks for seeing me home, and for keeping your promise
No, I should thank you
I can't remember the last time my mum was this happy
Being an orphan, I'd never experienced the warmth of family...
until I visited your place today
I really envy you
I have a wonderful mother
Our family would be perfect if my sister were with us
I'm sure you'll find her one day
I hope so
Join us for another meal
My mum would love to see you again
Thank you
Get some rest. Goodnight -Goodnight
Bye
What a coincidence
Tony Wong, aged 27
His father passed away when he was small
His mother left him to go overseas when he was in pre-university
They didn't keep in touch with each other
His family background was pitiable
He had to be self-reliant
Besides working at a fast-food restaurant,
he also worked part-time delivering pizza...
and waiting on tables
But he never stuck at a job for long
He hadn't worked for a while
With no income...
Online gaming's not cheap, right?
So, he borrowed money from people
He'd have creditors knocking on his door every few days
The worst harassers are the loan-shark syndicates
So, besides his disputes with Mark Tan,
he must've also clashed with the loan sharks
That's right
On the night Tony Wong was killed, someone had seen him...
arguing with loan sharks in the street
Sit down
Madam, we meet again
I'm very busy
Don't ask me over for a coffee whenever you feel like it
I'm a law-abiding citizen
Don't give me that nonsense
Did you know Tony Wong?
No
Are you sure?
I really didn't know him
Someone saw you and two men demanding him to pay up
You people even beat him up
Did that happen?
Someone saw it?
I remember now. This chap had failed to repay his loans
I only went to get my money back, that's all
You're very young. Why did you become a loan shark?
You're wrong, Madam
We're a licensed finance company, not loan sharks
You could run a check
We help people in need
Sir, if your friend had asked you for a loan...
but failed to pay you back, wouldn't you go after him?
You poisoned and killed him...
'cause he didn't pay you back?
His death had nothing to do with me
I merely pushed him a bit
Don't tell me he was made of glass
Between 6 pm and 7 pm last Saturday,
where were you, who were you with, and what were you doing?
I was having dinner at Palace Restaurant. I'm a regular there
If you don't believe me, call them
Don't worry, we will
Madam, if it's confirmed that I was at the restaurant,
then I wasn't responsible for his death?
You don't have to be present to cause damage
The police aren't all-powerful
Be very careful what you say
Police work is all about evidence
If you haven't got evidence, release me
You're right - police work is all about evidence
Since we haven't got substantial evidence,
we have no reason to detain you
But you'd better pray that...
we don't find evidence against you!
We won't be so civil next time
Yes, Madam
I'll go now
Bye
Dad
What did you do this time?
Why were you questioned by the police?
I didn't do anything
The police wanted to frame me
They accused me of murder although they had no evidence
Would they have looked you up if you didn't break the law?
Dad, I'm your son. Don't you believe me?
It's the police you've got to convince, not me
What did I tell you?
In our line of work, you've got to be calm and careful
The company has expanded
There's no need to lend money illegally anymore
What's wrong with running a legit financial business?
Dad, you also did this before
You can't just walk away from it
It's not that easy
We've got men depending on us
You might get into trouble so huge...
that I wouldn't be able to save you
You worry too much. I'm perfectly fine now
I'm having a serious discussion with you
Don't get smart
If you don't learn to control your temper,
you'll be thrown in jail one day!
Why won't you trust me? Nothing I do pleases you
Do you really think so little of me?
I haven't finished!
I'm going back to my room since I irk you so much
Stand right there!
I've been feeling exhausted and lethargic
I don't have the energy to do anything
Any other symptoms?
Although I feel tired, I have trouble sleeping at night
And...
I have no strength in my hands
Mr Hong, let's do a test first
Why is that?
It's normal for someone your age...
to experience these symptoms
I'd suggest you do a full body check-up
Dad
You seem to have lost weight. Have you been skipping your meals?
No, I've put on 2kg
Do you remember this place?
Of course
You used to come here all the time. That's over 20 years ago
Is something bothering you, Dad?
No. I haven't seen you for a while,
so I asked you out
Why?
I can't ask my own son out?
Of course you can. You can talk to me anytime you like
If something's bothering you, come and talk to me
Don't bottle things up. It's bad for your health
I wish Junrong could be as caring as you
Did he upset you again?
He's become quite a handful these days
I don't know how to take him in hand
He's impulsive and stubborn
So long as he doesn't break the law or hurt people,
leave him be
I don't expect him to accomplish great things
I'm happy as long as he stays out of trouble
Dad, this is for you
What is it?
Matsutake mushroom and wild ginseng I asked an overseas friend to buy
They're good for your health
I don't need this. What I want most is...
for you to get married and give me grandkids
For that, you must go to Junrong
He's a hot-headed young man
Married life will ruin him and others
You're different - you're mature and dependable
Any girl will be lucky to marry you
Are you seeing anyone?
Work's too busy. I haven't got time to date
I think you haven't got over her
She's gone. It's time you moved on
Start planning for your future
I'm not ready...
to start a new relationship
Dad, I can handle it myself
Don't worry yourself
Young people have their own ideas
I won't interfere in your life
Your follow-up is on the 20th next month
Thank you
Thanks, doctor. Bye
Dr Koo -Yeah?
Can I knock off earlier today?
Earlier? Is something the matter?
I have a bridal gown fitting
A bridal gown fitting?
I'm tying the knot at the end of the year
Congratulations -Thanks
Come in
Dr Koo, you have a visitor
Hello, Dr Koo
It's you?
Pauline, you may go -Bye, Dr Koo
How can I help you?
I've been having trouble sleeping
Could you prescribe me some sleeping pills?
How long has it been?
Several days
Is my insomnia funny?
No. But I'd like to tell you a story...
before I write the prescription
What story?
I had a female patient
To get her boyfriend's attention,
she told me she'd had trouble sleeping,
and asked me for a prescription
And?
I prescribed her vitamin pills instead in case she really took them
What happened next? -That's the end
I thought it was a funny story
The nub of this story is...
I'm not easily taken in
You're so full of energy
You don't look like you have insomnia
Did you have to catch me out?
Don't embarrass me
What's that on your wrist?
You OK?
Since you won't prescribe me sleeping pills,
I'll drop by another time
Happy birthday...
Ke'er?
Ke'er!
Let go! -Listen to me...
I don't want to
I can explain this -Let go!
All right. She's...
I'd wanted to spring a surprise on you on your birthday
How could you do this to me!
Open the door, Ke'er
Ke'er!
Why were you so foolish? Was he worth your while?
Nobody loves me
What's the point of living?
You shouldn't say that
If your dad sees you like this,
he'll be very sad
Wenjie...
Please don't tell my dad
I don't want him to worry
I'm glad you know that
Don't ever hurt yourself again
You're surrounded by...
people who love and care about you
Hello
Ke'er? What is it?
Sure. I'll be right over
Madam, we've found out the real identity...
of the gamer, StrangerX
Adrian Huang Wenguang, 22 years old -Yes
He's an experienced gamer
Other gamers say he's very competitive
They also say he would've been crowned champion...
if it weren't for Tony and Mark
Where did you go last night?
The cybercafe
The cybercafe? Don't lie to me. You went drinking!
Whatever
Explain yourself
Who were you with?
Can I help you?
Hi, I'm Senior Inspector Zhao Anni from Major Crime Division
He's my colleague
Are you Mr Huang Wenguang? -Yes
We need your assistance on a case
Can I ask you some questions?
Come in
What do you want to know?
They're police officers -Police officers?
Do you go to Trinity Cybercafe to play games?
Yes
You're StrangerX? -Yes
Last Saturday between 6 pm and 7 pm,
where were you, who were you with, and what were you doing?
I was playing online games at home
Do you have an alibi?
I was alone at home
I was also at home. I'm his alibi
Who is she? -My girlfriend, Sharon
Did you know Tony and Mark?
I met them a few times, but I didn't know them well
-Where did you meet them? -At the cybercafe
Are these trophies yours? -Yes
I seldom take part in competitions
When I do, I've got to win
If I don't win, why should I bother to compete?
But, as far as I know,
you're third in the Hall of Fame
How do you feel about it?
What do you mean?
Don't take it the wrong way. You say you want to win
But you came in third
That's why I asked how you felt
Of course I was sore
If we faced one another again, I'd win for sure
A pity I'd never get the chance again
Yes, it is
You'd better stay at home for the next few days
You, Mark and Tony were placed in the top three in the Hall of Fame
Mark and Tony are dead
If their murders are connected to the Hall of Fame,
you could be next
I think it was just a coincidence
We treat each and every lead seriously
Just stay safe
That's all the questions we have. Thanks for your cooperation
You didn't have to help me just now
Sharon, I think we need some time apart
Move home for a while
Don't do this, Adrian
My mind is made up
A beer, please
Hi, Ke'er
What was that for?
Ke'er, I want to tell you something
I've broken up with Sharon
What does that have to do with me?
I don't need to know
You told me...
you'd get back with me if I broke up with Sharon
Get back with you?
That's what you told me last night
Don't be like this
Were you dreaming? I didn't go out last night
I couldn't have met you
And I'll never get back with you
It's impossible I said that to you
I don't care! I've broken up with Sharon
Ke'er, I love you very much
Let go! -Don't do this to me
Stop harassing my girlfriend
-Who is he? -You heard him. He's my boyfriend
I haven't given up
Thank you
Your ex?
I wonder what's wrong with him?
He kept saying I wanted to get back with him
But since we broke up,
I've never asked him out again
I think he's delusional
I should've given him my business card
There goes his chance of getting treatment
Hello, Junrong
I'm on my way home after having some drinks with a friend
What is it?
All right. See you tomorrow
Why are you following me?
Let me set the record straight
I'm Ke'er's boyfriend
Ke'er was only using you to upset me
The person she really loves is me, not you
Ke'er said if I broke up with my girlfriend,
we could be together again
Did she?
But that's not what she told me
It's the truth
Why should I lie to you?
All right...
Tell me what happened last night
Ke'er asked me out, said she wanted to have a talk
She's changed a lot lately
She wears sexy clothes
She's become so alluring
I'd thought I'd be able to forget you...
after backpacking for a year
But I realized...
I couldn't get you out of my mind
Ke'er, I know it was my fault
I had broken your heart
I swear I won't do it again
I really want to be with you
Will you give me another chance?
How can I trust you?
If you break up with Sharon,
we can get back together
I'll break up with her right away
I'll hold you to that
If you break up with her...
I'll be yours forever
We will...
live happily ever after, just the two of us
I promise you
Come in
-Dr Koo, Madam Zhao is here -Show her in
Hello, Dr Guo
Have a seat, Anni
Amy, get her a cup of coffee -Sure
Thanks
Sit down
Give me a sec
I've met Adrian
He's very possessive,
and shows signs of being delusional
I spoke to him yesterday
He's very competitive
He wants to win at everything
Could he have killed Mark and Tony out of spite...
after losing to both of them...
in the online game?
A normal person wouldn't do that,
but a mentally-ill person might
What did you mean by he showed "signs of being delusional"?
Adrian claimed Ke'er had suggested that they get back together,
but Ke'er insisted she didn't
When I hypnotized Adrian,
there were memories...
of Ke'er suggesting to get back together in his subconscious
If that didn't actually happen, he must be delusional
He's possessive and delusional
This is very tricky
Ke'er
You gave me a fright! What are you doing here?
I've been waiting here all day
What do you want?
I should be asking you that
What's wrong with you?
You haven't stopped harassing me after that day at the pub
I... You told me...
OK, I know you're still mad at me
I swear I've broken up with Sharon
Let's get back together
Stop it!
I told you, my boyfriend is Yongyan
Give it up, and leave me alone
I'm sorry, Ke'er
I know you didn't mean that. I'll take you somewhere
You'll like it very much. We can start afresh
You're awake, Ke'er?
Do you remember this place?
We'd come here to dance all the time
Look - Adrian, Ke'er
You wrote it
You abducted and brought me here just to tell me that?
You're juvenile!
Ke'er, I've broken up with Sharon
What does that have to do with me?
You'd told me...
if I broke up with her, you'd come back to me
I never said that to you
Yes, you did!
You're being ridiculous
How could you break your promise!
You want to get back at me for cheating on you?
Why should I admit to something I never said?
You said it!
Ke'er... You OK?
Wake up. You're scaring me
You hear me, Ke'er?
Ke'er! You OK?
Beat it
Sorry, I didn't mean it
I said...
Beat it!
I've said sorry
-You will not hurt Ke'er -What are you saying?
I'm not Ke'er
What do you want?
Madam
Madam -Thank you
Madam
Madam -What do we have?
The victim has been dead for four to six hours
Judging from the crime scene,
the victim bled to death after being stabbed...
in the abdomen by a sharp object
What's this?
The bruise is caused by a blow from a hard object
I'll give you a detailed report...
after I examine the body
All right
Madam
Wu Ke'er is very distraught. I haven't taken her statement
Ke'er
Anni
What happened?
It's OK. Take your time
Adrian brought me here
He said he wanted to get back together
I wanted to run away, but he grabbed hold of me
Then...
He pushed me to the ground
And I passed out
When I woke up...
He was already dead
Anni
I'm so scared
I don't know what happened
Madam
We'd combed the area around the crime scene,
but didn't find the murder weapon
We've got to broaden our search
Ask around the area to see if there were witnesses
Yes, Madam
Subtitles: PK Chew, MediaCorp TV