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Sparrow
I thought these doors would never open for me again.
You've really decided to marry Li Xiaonan?
She doesn't like me. It's useless if I like her.
That night, I made a huge decision to leave Bicheng in your care. Did you know that?
If Chen Shen is safe, I'm willing to do anything.
Xiaonan is such a great person. How could you let her down?
Episode 43
Who are you?
Tao Dachun?
Governor Zeng, I would like to make a business deal with you.
I know that it's uncomfortable for you to work under Su Sanxing. Would you like to redeem yourself?
Boss Dai treats everyone fairly.
I don't believe that you can sleep at night.
What do you want?
Governor Zeng, you have a son born out of wedlock. He lives in Tongluo Alley.
He should be 4 years, 3 months, and 7 days old.
Squad Leader Tao, please don't hurt my son! Please, I'm begging you!
Please! Don't hurt my son! I'm begging you!
I'm begging you, don't hurt my son. I'll do anything you ask.
Then, use Su Sanxing's life to trade for your son's life.
This building is Su Sanxing's temporary office.
Zeng Shu said that he has to meet somebody this afternoon at 3PM.
He will take off about 30 minutes before the agreed time.
Keep this battle quick.
I understand.
[East Asia Political Research Institute]
Stop.
Who allowed you to walk in front of me?
Team Leader Su, it's raining. I wanted to hold the umbrella for you.
Zeng Shu, don't think that you can forget your identity since you've helped me before.
In your whole life, you'll never get to walk in front of me.
Sanxing,
a lifetime is very long. Don't you think it's too early to say so?
Did you succeed?
I was close. I hit Zeng Shu, but Su Sanxing escaped.
Find somebody to take Zeng Shu's son away. I'm afraid Su Sanxing will hurt him.
Okay. I got it.
Did you see the culprit?
It's our old friend Tao Dachun.
The nationalists are so talented.
Not even we know your hideout, but they found out before we did.
Those who want to know, will naturally find out.
Old Bi told me to pass on a message to you: although you now have a new job,
but in terms of staff, you are still a member of Operations Division.
If you ever need anything, tell us anytime.
I thank Division Chief for his care.
If I need the Division for anything, I won't hold back.
In the market, go find an identical umbrella and find out how much it's worth.
Yes, director.
Also, Zeng Shu has a son in Tongluo Alley.
Kill him.
But... Director, he's still a child.
Ah Qiang, I...
What do you think about the nationalists being able to find me?
I...
Ah Qiang, let me teach you a principle.
Often times, those who betray you are the ones closest to you.
Only Zeng Shu knew
what time I was leaving that day. Thus, he's the one who betrayed me.
You saw how he ended up.
Yes, I saw.
Those who scheme against me will never have a happy ending.
I understand.
Thus, I won't allow his son the opportunity
to grow up and take revenge on me.
Go kill him. Go.
Yes, director.
Hello?
There are something situations that arose today. I cannot meet up with you anymore.
Let's change it tomorrow, how about it?
Okay. Then tomorrow afternoon at 5 pm. See you there.
After Su Sanxing killed Zeng Shu, he immediately sent someone to kill his son.
But that child has already been taken away by the Nationalist Government.
Zeng Shu has a son?
Yes. Just 4 years old.
He had it with a prostitute. It seemed that the child was under foster care at Tongluo Alley.
So ruthless. Looks like he is sure that it was Zeng Shu who betrayed him.
That's right. He didn't really like Zeng Shu to begin with. That's why he changed to our side.
With this personality of his of taking revenge for even the smallest grudge,
even if Zeng Shu will be obedient to him,
he would still eliminate him sooner or later.
Thinking back, we also did make Su Sanxing suffer a lot.
If the Nationalist Government is unable to get him, he will surely come after us sooner or later.
You want to take early precautions?
Somebody just attempted to assassin him, so he surely is very vigilant right now.
It's not time yet.
Let's just continue watching then. Let Su Sanxing exchange some stances with the Nationalist Government first.
But we also must know his moves clearly too.
Knowing yourself and your enemy well will only bring benefits.
Sure. I'll think of a way.
Okay.
[Burlington Hotel]
I've been asking for you for so long and you finally came to Shanghai to find me.
You came late.
This morning, people from the Hurricane Squad has come to look for me. They want to kill me.
The Shanghai District hasn't been rebuilt yet, so Tao Dachun currently only listens to Rehmannia.
You said that you have information about the meeting between Tao Dachun and the newly appointed liaison?
That's right. If you are able to catch Tao Dachun, you then will be able to dig out the Rehmannia you wanted.
Did you bring the two big gold bars I asked for?
Why are you selling me information?
Because Tao Dachun killed my brother.
Aren't you afraid that Chongqing will know that it was you who leaked this information?
I don't plan to go back to Chongqing.
After getting this money, I'll run away as far as possible.
I already told you before that Boss Dai won't be sincere towards you.
How about you go back with me to the Special Operations Division?
Work in my team. I won't treat you disadvantageously.
With the present situation, no matter who I work for,
I will maltreat myself in the end.
I urge you to also pack up while you can.
In our industry, the more outstanding your achievements, the shorter your life.
I don't believe it. I will continue living.
I will live better than anyone else.
[Team 1 Leader Office]
When you received information about Zeng Shu going to the train station to arrest people,
from which man of Su Sanxing did you buy it from?
That..Ah Qiang. It also can't be considered to be bought.
I just treated him to the night club.
When he drank too much, he talked too much.
For little smart moves like that, I still can...
Treat him to drink some more.
I want to know what things Su Sanxing has done.
Boss, night club drinks now are quite expensive.
You think I haven't been to a night club?
How are prostitutes there more expensive than the dancers at Mee Koo May?
Is my extra work fee already included here?
I can only give you that much. I can keep this a secret from Zhu Zhu.
This is counted as work.
How about this? If you are able to get some useful information,
I'll ask for a reward from Old Bi for you. How about that?
Really good. Sure. I just knew that you're a big shot here.
[Service Office Mei]
General Kagesa.
Su...Sanxing.
Indeed. Never thought that you, General Kagesa, still can remember my name.
I usually don't know anyone below the Division Chief position.
But among you guys, there are still people with outstanding courage and insights that left me some impression.
Chen Shen is one. Today, I was able to meet you.
General Kagesa, I know that with my status, asking to see you is a bit out of line.
But this matter is very important and there are too many spies around me.
That's why I have no choice but to ask help from you.
Important matter?
Yes.
From reliable sources, the Nationalist spy Rehmannia
is actually somebody else.
Secretary Qian from before might only be his accomplice.
How sure are you that the information you got is very accurate?
Based on my confidence, my intuition, and my understanding of the enemy.
I ask you to give me a chance, and I will prove everything to you tomorrow.
You are going to meet up with the newly appointed liaison tomorrow?
Yes.
Why are you going personally?
Shouldn't your identity be a complete secret? I am not allowing you to go.
Old Tao just failed in his attempt to assassinate Su Sanxing. I told him to hide for a few days.
I still feel that it's a bad idea.
Are you worrying about me?
It would be fine. I won't really see the liaison. I am going to use a safer way to give him the message.
Shanhai, we are both Rehmannia.
Nothing bad must happen to you. We still have to find the 'Return to Zero' plan together.
Of course.
Actually, I have always been regretting it.
Regretting what?
I regret just entrusting you to Chen Shen like that.
I feel that I am like some stupid person.
If I had another chance, I hope that I was the one to stay with you.
Shanhai, don't say it anymore.
I gave Chen Shen a chance already.
Since he still can't let go of Li Xiaonan, why then must I still be courteous with him?
Bicheng,
since you've decided not to be with him, I hope you can see my feelings.
We only have a working relationship.
That was before. How about now?
When you were willing to worry about me, and risk your life with me,
did we still have a normal colleague relationship?
I am really tired now.
I have no strength to think of anything. I am just thinking that it will be great to see the sun again tomorrow.
Shanhai, I think that love is too extravagant for me. Did you know that?
You should think about it. Do you know what you've taught me?
Even if one is in a desperate situation, one must still passionately love life.
It was hard for me to finally let Chen Shen go.
Didn't you say that it's already enough that we were able to come back alive?
What else can we still dare to dream for?
If you are unable to get it, you indeed shouldn't dream of it.
But why can't you see what's right in front of your eyes?
Exactly because I don't know when I will die,
I am afraid to miss out on you. Do you understand?
Sorry.
Ah Qiang said that Su Sanxing has been acting strangely and working alone these past days. He doesn't know what he's been doing.
Are Ah Qiang's words trustworthy?
Money can even win over a ghost.
Moreover, Su Sanxing is stingy and cruel to the people who work for him.
I don't think Ah Qiang is lying.
Walking around alone?
That's strange.
Somebody just attempted to assassin him. He should either be hiding at home,
or bring a lot of people when he goes outside, unless
he's currently planning a secret scheme. Not even people around him can know?
A lone piece of wood can't be crafted into a boat. If that's what he's scheming, he'll still need help.
This is weird, nonetheless.
General Kagesa, according to my knowledge, they will use
the method of trading hats to exchange intelligence today.
Then, they will confirm their next meeting place to arrange their jobs.
Later, once this man wearing a hat appears, you can give your order to arrest him.
I promise that nobody will escape.
If we catch Tao Dachun, Rehmannia will naturally appear.
Why does this promise sound so familiar to me?
Oh, I remember now.
Bi Zhongliang once said the same words to me.
General Kagesa, I think that Division Chief Bi's previous plan was meticulous.
The only flaw is that the Division has many eyes and ears. Information can easily leak.
Even the greatest scheme, once leaked, will become nothing. You know that.
Thus, I learned my lesson. Other than you, nobody else knows about this operation.
Good. I hope you don't disappoint me.
You're up? The crullers and soy milk are still warm.
Eat them while they're hot.
You bought them especially?
No. I was buying newspapers, and I saw some on the way, so I bought them.
Don't you say that these foods aren't sanitary, so I can't eat them?
In the past, I was too stubborn.
Actually, as long as you like them, it's enough.
I can also learn to like them.
You don't need to do this.
I helped you call the Division for leave today. You can just stay home.
The intelligence exchange is at 9PM. In other words, I need to return to the Division by 10AM, at the latest.
Once I'm there, I'll call you to let you know I'm safe.
Okay.
If I haven't called once it reaches 11AM,
you know what it means.
Right now, you look like a caring wife.
I'll wait at home for you to return.
I'm leaving.
He's here. That person must be the liaison.
The intelligence is definitely inside his hat.
Tang Shanhai!
- Hello, sir. What is the size of your party? - Just myself.
This way, please.
Sir, what would you like to drink?
- A cup of Blue Mountain Coffee. - Okay. Please wait momentarily, sir.
General, Tao Dachun didn't arrive, but Tang Shanhai did. Thus, he's Rehmannia. You can order his arrest now.
Wait a moment. Don't arrest him yet.
Why not?
Since he's already a fish in our trap, we don't need to rush. Wait a while longer.
After they exchange intelligence,
we can extend our fishing line and catch even bigger fish.
Aren't the Nationalists informing them of their next meeting location to assign missions?
Write a message and place it inside the hat.
When they're exchanging information, you go swap out their hats.
This way, their liaison will inform the new members of the Nationalist Shanghai District
to gather at the place we've chosen.
At that time, we can catch them all together.
General, you are wise.
All members who have arrived in Shanghai
must meet at room 302 of Dafang Hostel by 3PM today.
General, should we also arrest Tang Shanhai at a later time?
Yes. Let him return safety. Don't alert his accomplices.
Just allow him to drink another cup of coffee.
Hurry!
Why are you riding your bike like this?
Do you own the road? Seriously...
I'm sorry, I'm sorry. Are you okay?
Why do you ride your bike this like?
I'm sorry, I...
I'm in a rush to go home. I'm sorry.
I'm sorry.
Are you okay?
I'm sorry.
Forget it!
Move.
- Hello? - Hello? It's me.
Are you back?
Yes. I'm at my office already.
Okay. I'll hang up now.
Wait.
What's wrong?
Go look in the study room cabinet's second drawer.
I have a gift for you.
What is it?
Last time, you said you didn't like my gift, since it was identical to another person's.
I picked out one that I personally thought suits you.
Thank you.
That's all. I'm hanging up.
Do you like it?
This is my first time receiving flowers.
Thank you for providing a warm meal, and a sense of home.
A poisonous weed is growing in my heart.
Before I pull it out, I want to embrace it.
When you were willing to care for me, and risk your life with me,
did we still have the relationship of colleagues?
"All members who have arrived in Shanghai must meet at number 97 of Baliqiao Road by 8PM tomorrow."
General Kagesa, this must be the meeting place of the nationalists.
Director Su, when will we take action?
The resident Kempeitai troops
will be directly under your instructions tonight. No need to inform Li Moqun.
I am the one to give this order!
Yes, sir!
- Hello? - Hello? Is this Team Leader Tang?
I'm Su Sanxing. Are you free for lunch today?
Team Leader Su?
Noon? Sure.
Then, I'll wait for you at Huamao Restaurant at 11:30AM.
Okay.
- See you later. - Okay, see you later.
Are you going out?
Su Sanxing invited me out for lunch.
Is he trying to kiss up to you or something?
He's currently the one in the limelight. I should be the one to kiss up to him.
He wouldn't do this without an interest in mind. Looks like he's planning to use you.
No matter what, I must see what he's up to.
Don't worry.
Miss Li, you already took the clothes away. Why are you bringing them back?
Don't you see that your boss hasn't changed clothes in many days?
It's pointless to leave these clothes with me.
I think you should just take away his bedding.
My boss appears to be a jokester,
but in reality, he's really thin-skinned. As thin as toilet paper!
Who are you calling toilet paper?
Boss, you're here. Miss Li is organizing your clothes.
I'm asking you, who's like toilet paper?
I am! Toilet paper is so important. If you don't use it, you'll feel uncomfortable all day.
A filthy mouth cannot utter decent language.
You brought all of my clothes back?
Yes. Didn't you tell everyone that our wedding isn't urgent?
Then, we can wait. I'm not in a rush, anyway.
- (in Japanese) Begin operation! - (in Japanese) Yes!
Fellow colleagues, starting now until 3PM this afternoon,
nobody is allowed to enter or exit.
Su Sanxing invited me out for lunch.
Looks like he wants to use you.
No matter what, I have to go see what he's up to.
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