Say hello to Brother Tai-Kwan.
Brother Tai-Kwan!
There you are, Tai-Kwan!
Brother Leopard!
Have a seat, my brother!
Just now you told me on the phone
you must leave Hong Kong and go on the run.
What is this about?
My snitch inside the Anti Triad Squad got wind, the cops...
Sorry... what wind? What's a snitch?
I'm a bit confused.
It's a long story. I must leave tonight.
I need a favor from you.
I want to leave you something for safekeeping
Though we have no common ground in our beliefs,
we're both man of integrity.
Just tell me what you need.
Your girlfriend?
This is between us.
Whether or not you help me out,
you have to clear it with her first?
If I'm just keeping something for you.
I doubt if Miss Chi would object.
What is it you want me to keep?
I'm handing over this Dragon Head stick.
Keep it safely until I return.
That's nothing, don't worry!
Before you return, I will keep it safe and won't let anything happen to it.
The name sounds rather domineering.
Where did you come up with this name?
It has been passed down within the Chung Ching Society for a century.
Whoever holds this stick calls the shots.
From now on, you're the Chief.
Say hello to your new Chief! Chief!
I didn't know keeping this stick for you
is such a big responsibility.
I can't do it.
Take it back...
You can't renege once you took it.
Here are the account books.
From now on, you call the shots.
Come over here, Tai-Kwan...
Please come over, Chief!
Relax, Miss Chi! I don't think they're coming
Wan Tai-Kwan, what have I told you?
What did you promise me?
Tell me everything. Tell me!
You told me not to get mixed up with triad members.
What else?
Whatever happens, I must call you at once.
What else?
I must do whatever you tell me to do.
You have a good memory, but why didn't you do any of it?
I told you to stay away from Mountain Leopard
You went with him without a word.
I told you to call me
and you won't answer the phone.
Because you know kung fu, you're not afraid.
That's why you turned a deaf ear to what I said.
I wouldn't dare. Please don't be angry.
It's bad for your health.
I went to see Brother Leopard to explain to him.
But he stuck a stick in my hand
and asked me to watch his turf and his men.
You're now the Chief of Chung Ching Society?
Then don't bother coming back to Fung Ming Gui.
We can't afford to hire the Chief of Chung Ching Society as a waiter.
You're mistaken. He gave me no choice...
What? He put a gun to your head?
Don't tell me it's your self-degradation.
Why can't you be like Bo and Siu-Tung?
They have never given me any trouble.
You're a real trouble maker among all my employees.
You're the most disobedient.
Wan Tai-Kwan, as of now, you're no longer an employee of Fung Ming Gui.
Whether you run the triad or lie face down in the gutter,
you have nothing to do with me or Fung Ming Gui.
Auntie Kiu, I spoke to Ling.
We'll wait a few days until Uncle Tin and Daddy are no longer mad,
we'll sit down for dinner at Dynasty Restaurant.
Consider it a dinner to make peace.
They'll be fine after a few drinks.
And I thought you invited me in
because you came up with a plan to buy Fung Ming Gui.
You think having dinner will settle it?
You know Yiu-yiu and I grew up in Fung Ming Gui.
How can I even suggest to Chi to sell Fung Ming Gui to Dynasty?
Ivan, we didn't put you in charge to give you a hard time.
I want you to prove to your Dad
you have what it takes to take over Dynasty.
You saw what happened.
Samuel failed to poach Li Siu-Tung,
and your Dad didn't even scold him.
If you don't try harder,
he'll put all his faith in your cousin.
Maybe someday he'll decide Samuel should take over and not you.
Whether or not you buy out Fung Ming Gui
will determine your position in the company.
Samuel?
Auntie Kiu! You're working late.
Still working with Ivan on the buyout of Fung Ming Gui?
He came up with some ideas.
I went over there to hear him out.
I did a background check on Li Siu-Tung.
You may find this information useful.
Thanks. I'll make sure Ivan thanks you properly.
Don't worry!
We're alone, quit your act.
No matter how much my husband trusts you,
Dynasty will be passed on to his son.
You have no right to fight for it.
If your stepson has the ability,
nothing I do can wrestle it from him.
So what if he's not capable?
He's a Chu and you're not.
Honey!
You're still here? I thought you went home.
You were working late and it's raining.
The least this idle Chairman can do is give you a ride.
I should be idle like you.
Let Ivan look after Dynasty.
Don't wash your hands on everything.
Without a capable wife like you,
I won't have what I have now.
Like I always say, I won the lottery twice.
The first time I won the $10M prize money.
The second time I won a hardworking and pretty wife.
My husband is not so bad.
Rich or poor,
he picks me up from work when it rains.
You bet. As a father of two,
how else could I convince you to marry me?
Get in!
Tai-Kwan, what are you doing out here in the rain?
Don't mind me, Miss Kei.
I made such a big mistake.
I didn't listen to Miss Chi
and went to see Mountain Leopard.
I shouldn't fraternize with triad members.
Miss Chi was right,
I obviously remember what she told me,
but I didn't do as she said.
Let's talk upstairs.
No! When Master Uncle fight with his wife,
I always hear them say, "Admit your mistake and stand still to take a beating."
I don't know which genius said that,
but I really think it made sense.
I made a big mistake,
I will stand here until Miss Chi is willing to forgive me.
Kei, where have you been?
As soon as we close for the day,
Chi wanted to fire Tai-Kwan.
She wouldn't budge even when Bo and Siu-Tung went down on their knees.
Chi, teach Tai-Kwan if he doesn't know any better.
You don't have to fire him.
You paid them when you brought them to Hong Kong.
If you fire them now, you won't get your money back.
The numbers don't add up.
Stop kneeling down! It's embarrassing.
Get up... Chi will let it slide.
I never said that.
Fung Ming Gui has its own rules.
I repeatedly told Wan Tai-Kwan
not to hang out with people of dubious background.
But he wouldn't listen. What does that mean?
He doesn't care about his job.
That's fine! We don't need him either.
You two... just do your job
and don't try to plead his case.
I won't pay him a penny less.
Brother Tai-Kwan served Fung Ming Gui with all his heart.
Please give him another chance.
Stop pulling on my jacket. I won't back down
Miss Chi, I read the Employment Ordinance, Chapter 57 of the Hong Kong law.
Instant termination is a severe disciplinary action.
Brother Tai-Kwan only made friends with triad members.
He stuck to his principles and never conspired with them.
It's unreasonable to fire him for that.
You want to talk about the law?
Fine! Please check online,
it's illegal to claim to be a member of a triad society.
You mean Section 20 of the Societies Ordinance, Chapter 151 of the Hong Kong law?
Tai-Kwan said he and Mountain Leopard have mutual respect for each other.
He would not interfere with triad business.
Kei, don't let them go online anymore.
Bo, do you know what Tai-Kwan came away with?
The Dragon Head stick.
He replaced Mountain Leopard
and calls the shots within the Chung Ching Society.
I'm with Chi on this one.
We run a proper business,
we can't afford to get mixed up with them.
Exactly!
Chi, are you sure?
Maybe it's only a look-alike.
I saw it with my own eyes.
He told me himself. There's no mistake.
Tai-Kwan is a man of indomitable spirit.
I trust he won't break the law.
I trust him too.
Miss Kei showed me a film
and Fatt played a triad member.
He said, "Tm waiting for a chance."
"I don't want to show off,"
"I only want to get back what I have lost."
That line proves not all triad members are evil.
Like him, Tai-Kwan had no choice.
Yes... I think you're a bit biased against Mountain Leopard.
Kei, don't show him anymore triad films.
I'm telling you two
don't mention Tai-Kwan in front of me.
If you plead his case again, I'm throwing you out too.
I'm going home.
If they mention Tai-Kwan again,
throw them out for me.
Miss Chi...
I have never seen Chi so angry before.
Don't talk to her until she gets over it.
Or she'll throw you out.
Even I can't protect you.
You can't really blame Chi.
Your brother messed with the triad.
He shouldn't drag Fung Ming Gui into his troubles.
Fatt also said, "whatever mistake he has made",
he has more than paid you back.
If he has the guts to turn over a new leaf,
"why don't you have the guts to accept him?"
Why? As brothers... bang!
He was paid to say that.
Let's find Tai-Kwan
and talk about how to settle this.
No need. He's downstairs.
If we don't go down there now,
they might get into a fight.
Hey... take Tai-Kwan somewhere far away.
Don't come home yet.
Don't let Chi see him.
I'll try to persuade her.
Yes, Master Tin.
The evening shower scatters over the river,
rinsing out the autumn days.
The bitter wind intensifies
the landscape lies in the cold silence,
the setting sun shines through the buildings.
Siu-Tung, get me a sword.
Right!
The charming scenery fades,
as the Yangtze makes its way east.
I can't bear to look out from up high
as I yearn for my hometown far away.
I yearn for my hometown far away.
I'm glad you're home, Sis!
Have you read this interview?
They said Dad told them,
he's entitled to Uncle Fung's lottery winnings.
Come to Dynasty with me tomorrow and explain to Uncle Fung.
They fight every month.
I have enough troubles at Fung Ming Gui already.
Give me a break, OK?
Sis...
Good night!
Dad, you're mixed up in this.
The magazine fabricated lies.
We should go up to the publisher
and demand a clarification.
Ling, let Big Spender say anything he wants.
I already have a big headache.
Don't trouble me with something petty.
What should we do if Chi won't let Tai-Kwan come home?
Then Fung Ming Gui is doomed.
You saw how they act in unison.
Before Chi throws Bo and Siu-Tung out,
they're likely to leave with Tai-Kwan.
We're dead! Fung Ming Gui needs Siu-Tung.
They can't leave, we have a contract.
Even if Siu-Tung stayed,
he's in no mood to cook.
Without his cooking, Fung Ming Gui is doomed just the same.
You're sure about Sex & Zen?
I was up all night thinking about it.
You said the body is an actress' tool.
You're right about it.
I'm not just a star, I'm also an actress.
I'm glad you came to your senses.
I arranged this only because there's no other way.
Relax, Sandy! I'll keep an eye on things.
I won't let anyone take advantage of you.
I know you will, Terry.
When you get the script,
tell Ceci to pass it to me.
Wait... before we start filming,
the director wants you to do some preparation work.
I'll do whatever is necessary for the film.
There's no fighting scene. They want me to learn kung fu?
This won't take long.
The doctor said the operation takes a day.
Plastic surgeon?
Can I speak to Miss Wong?
I'm sorry, Sandy is in a meeting.
Can you leave a message?
It's nothing important.
She was in the pool yesterday,
I'm worried she might have caught a cold.
That's why I'm calling.
She's fine. Is there anything else?
What? I have never heard of leading lady getting breast implants for a role.
You want 36D?
They invested so much money in the film,
naturally they want some assurance on the box office.
Mr. Fung, if you can't think of anything else to say,
do you mind if I ask Sandy to call you back?
OK, bye!
Breast implants? 36D?
Miss Ling, you don't like your breakfast?
I can make you something else.
Since we're all here, let's talk about
how to explain to Uncle Fung about that fabricated story.
I told you to ignore it.
Sit down and let me finish my breakfast.
Sit down and eat your breakfast.
No. I'm going to work.
Miss Ling, I made this bun for you.
Eat it before you go to work.
Only you care about me, Siu-Tung.
Open the door for me.
She can be so rude.
We're all family here.
I even treat Bo, Siu-Tung and Tai-Kwan like my sons.
I was so worried Tai-Kwan didn't come home last night.
It rained all night, I wonder where Tai-Kwan spent the night.
Chi, on account of Siu-Tung, please forgive Tai-Kwan!
Enough! Don't take turns to plead his case.
Don't worry about Tai-Kwan.
He's now the Chief of a triad.
Waiting tables at Fung Ming Gui
is way beneath him.
Bo, say something!
Miss Chi, what is the meaning of breast implants and 36D?
Don't say that in front of the ladies!
Get back to business.
Don't let him browse the internet anymore.
He clicked into porn websites.
Breast implants and 36D are foul words?
Siu-Tung, take a note of that.
I will.
Breast implants are very professional and technical.
Let me explain...
Breast implants is a cure for women with no cleavage.
A way to build their confidence.
Breast implants can improve one's figure.
But it's against nature to change the body given to you by your parents.
Getting breast implants is as ordinary as eating congee.
Miss Wong, are you in there?
It's Bo, Miss Wong!
Please don't get breast implants.
Your body is given to you by your parents.
Beauty is only skin deep,
it's what's inside that matters.
Just like what Li Qingzhao said in her poem
Light yellow in color and soft by nature
with a subtle fragrance trailing behind,
even without light green or deep crimson,
it's the choicest of flowers!
Whether it's 36D or 38D, it's only skin deep
You're the reincarnated self of the Crown Princess,
if we return to the Great Ming,
what would the Crown Prince say when he saw the scars?
Miss Wong... where is she?
If I refuse, they won't let me make this film?
Of course!
Fine! I knew there comes a day when I must make sacrifices for art.
So what if I have to go all the way?
Actresses before me have chosen this path.
They went on and became big film stars.
If you dare make a breakthrough,
I guarantee you'll hit the big times.
Fine! I'll take your word for it.
While we're at it, 36D or 38D?
The bigger the better, of course!
Why not 40E?
Listen carefully. I have my bottom line.
If the director likes 36D so much,
tell him to film 2 basketballs.
Miss Wong punched you in the eye?
Because of a lunatic like you,
Sandy is now a lunatic as well.
I'm calling the cops if you won't leave.
I'll apologize for Miss Wong.
Apologize my foot!
Are you leaving? No? We'll leave.
Miss Wong is a virtuous woman indeed.
She didn't let me down.
Table for how many, sir?
Miss Ling said she "pork" a table.
"Pork" a table?
There she is! Hello, Miss Ling.
Do they know you came to see me?
You asked me not to tell anyone.
Of course I didn't.
I told them I'm going to the market to think of new dishes.
I'll be back very soon.
Why are we meeting during working hours?
I took 2 hours off to talk to you.
I got wind Uncle Fung gave the order to come after Fung Ming Gui.
I told Dad and Chi, but they ignored me.
A big corporation like Dynasty can finish us off very easily.
Do you know what Dynasty will do to us?
I was up all night last night and couldn't figure it out.
Then this morning when you gave me the bun,
it finally dawned on me
how we managed to revive Fung Ming Gui.
How?
Because of you, Li Siu-Tung.
If Uncle Fung wants to come after us,
he must take away our trump card.
And that trump card is you.
Don't worry, Miss Ling.
We made a pledge to devote ourselves to Fung Ming Gui for the next 3 years.
Mr. Cheuk tried to seduce me but I turned him down.
I would never betray my boss.
They offer $5M today, $10M tomorrow and $20M after that.
You don't want money?
No!
OK, fine! What about power?
What if they offer you absolute power?
No!
No money, no power... you only want to stay at Fung Ming Gui?
Chi told me... you hold a torch for me.
Why do you say that?
I'm unworthy of you. I wouldn't dare.
I hold you in awe and veneration.
Don't bother to deny it. You're blushing.
What?
Considering the sacrifices you made,
I should be fair to you.
I'll be your girlfriend for as long as you stay with Fung Ming Gui,
I wouldn't dare, Miss Ling.
I swear if you don't believe me.
If I betray Fung Ming Gui for money or power,
I'll be struck down by thunder.
I don't believe in a man's word.
If you're my boyfriend, we're family.
Then I'll believe you won't betray Fung Ming Gui.
We can't be together, Miss Ling.
I'm not a whole man.
What are you talking about?
I never treated you anything less than a man
Fung Ming Gui is famous because of you.
As long as you stay and work hard,
maybe one day you'll convince me
and I might be willing to marry you.
But Miss Ling...
Don't feel so inferior. Have a little faith.
You haven't ordered. You can drink mine.
I mustn't be disrespectful.
I'm not thirsty, I d0n't want...
There's nothing disrespectful. I'm your girlfriend.
Just drink this...
Why do you keep your distance? Come here!
Yes, Miss Ling!
Where's your hand?
I know this... watch your step!
Siu-Tung, we're on our first date.
Can you be a bit more serious? Don't slouch!
Yes, Miss Ling.
This is how we hold hands.
How old are you? Have you dated anyone?
I'm asking you a question.
I'm 23.
Except for my mother, I have never stood so close to a woman before.
How old are you, Miss Ling?
That's none of your business. I'm your age.
I haven't dated much either.
Including you, three times.
If you don't mind me asking,
nowadays, what do people do on a date?
Different strokes for different folks.
Relax, I practically ask nothing of you.
One, before we're sure about each other,
don't tell Dad or Chi about us.
The same applies to your brothers, OK?
I'll remember that.
Two, if I tell you to walk, you must not run
If I say stand, you must not sit.
Run if you see someone from Dynasty.
I can do that.
Three, I need to know your whereabouts round the clock.
Four, you're not allowed to look at any woman but me.
There are so many rules...
Don't interrupt before I'm done talking. Let' go.
Five, when we go out, you must hold my hand and carry my handbag.
Six, never talk back, you hear me?
Yes...
Miss Chi, Bo read the evil doing of triad members online.
You were right. I made a mistake.
I was stupid enough to get mixed up with the baddies.
Feel free to hit me or scold me.
Whatever it takes to let out your frustration.
I will not fight back or whimper.
Come on, lay it on me!
What are you doing here? I fired you.
You're no longer a Fung Ming Gui employee.
You have no right to be here. Get out!
Get out! You'll drag us down! Get out!
Does it hurt?
Why don't you hit me with a stick?
Whatever makes you feel better!
Don't sound like you've been wronged.
My Mom left me 2 things on her deathbed.
She made me promise never to forget.
One, grab onto Fung Ming Gui's books.
Two, hang onto my principles.
I'd love to dress up and go to work in Central like Ling.
Then what will happen to Fung Ming Gui?
Leave it to my Dad or Uncle Tai?
Don't be angry, it's bad for your health.
I understand Fung Ming Gui is your responsibility,
just like I'll always remain loyal to the Great Ming.
Hello? Stay put. I'll be right there.
Give me the Dragon Head stick.
What happened?
It's entirely your fault.
I told you not to mess with the Chung Ching Society.
They showed up at Fung Ming Gui
all because of you.
That's outrageous! I'll bear the consequences of my own action.
Let me settle this.
How, General Yuan?
Send them flying with Immeasurable Ocean?
You may settle it today.
What about tomorrow? And the day after that?
I'm telling you to butt out.
You'll only make it worse.
I don't mind if I bury myself with them.
Miss Chi...
Listen to me carefully.
I want you to stay inside this hula hoop
until I come back, you hear me?
Let me go to Fung Ming Gui with you.
You can't fight those bandits alone.
Have you been listening?
I told you to stay inside the hula hoop.
Did you hear me? Yes!
Sister...
What took you so long?
They want to see Tai-Kwan.
Why do they call you "sister"?
Should I sneak into the kitchen and call the cops?
What if they won't leave?
We can't open for business if they don't.
Did you find Tai-Kwan?
Give me 30 minutes. I can handle this.
Did you come to see Tai-Kwan?
Brother Leopard told us before he left
to come to Brother Tai-Kwan if we have a problem.
We couldn't find him, that's why we came to Fung Ming Gui.
We brought the books to show him.
Please help us find him.
We all want to hear his orders.
He's busy at the moment.
He sent me here to find out what you need.
You want to show him the books?
That's right down my alley.
Don't just stand there. Give them to me!
Not everyone can see the books.
Please tell Brother Tai-Kwan to come back.
Please find him for us.
We're not leaving until we see him.
Am I right? Yes!
I'll ask again, do I have the right to go through the books?
Tai-Kwan gave me this stick.
That gives me the right to see them and even burn them.
Stop standing there. Give them to me!
Sister...
Auntie Fun, calculator!
Right!
What are you doing here?
Go inside. Don't let Miss Chi see you.
I promised her I won't leave this hula hoop until she comes back.
You saw Miss Chi?
Why did she want you to stay inside the hoop?
Has she forgiven you?
Not yet. I want you both to hurry over to Fung Ming Gui.
Mountain Leopards men are there now.
I'm afraid Miss Chi can't handle them.
Right!
Wait! They are thugs,
Siu-Tung and I don't know kung fu.
You should come with us to be safe.
I would if I could.
I made a promise to my mentor.
The sword is the gentleman of all weapons.
Those of us trained with the sword must keep his word.
Or else they're not worthy of the sword.
In a crisis like this,
I'm sure Miss Chi would understand.
Please step outside of the hoop.
Bo, you're good with words, please try to convince Brother Tai-Kwan.
When all means are exhausted, changes become necessary.
One must be flexible.
Lives are at stake, don't be stubborn.
Please come out.
I...
Please come out.
Don't hesitate anymore. Come out.
You can do it.
Come on... I...
Please come out...
Be confident! Come on...
You can do it!
Come on, you can do this.
Tai-Kwan...
Try... come on out!
You can do it!
I can't...
You can do it!
Yes, you can. Come on...
Tai-Kwan...
Lift your leg... Try harder...
Tai-Kwan...
I'm out...
Tai-Kwan!
Done!
I went through all the books.
The operation is running smoothly.
The business is diversified enough.
The bad debts have offset the gross profit.
But it's OK, reorganization and downsizing can change that.
Don't stare at me. You don't understand?
OK... a simple restructuring.
You have an obvious overstaffing problem.
We must increase profits and cut costs.
Payoff and terminate all staff who have joined in less than 2 years.
You can cut 25% of the operating costs.
What should we do with the money saved?
There are 2 things you can do.
Either improve the current business
or find new investment opportunities.
In short, continue to add value to the company,
and maximize profits.
What to do with the rest of the staff?
Split them up three ways.
One third under Chung Ching Transportation,
one third under Chung Ching Property Management,
and one third split evenly between the 9 hotpot restaurants.
What about the dozen karaokes?
And the valet parking? Outsource them?
And the illegal betting on football and horses?
A lot of money is involved.
Exactly! What about that?
We covered that. Have you been listening?
Other than the last 3 categories, close down everything else.
Tai-hung, Sai-fung, you'll be the CEOs of these companies.
Man-Di, you're the treasurer,
you'll be the new CFO.
What's this? Turn over a new leaf?
Legal business can't feed us.
No more games. Get Brother Tai-Kwan.
Women know nothing. Get Brother Tai-Kwan.
Get Brother Tai-Kwan...
Shut up!
Tai-Kwan gave me the Dragon Head stick.
My order is his order.
Whoever is not happy, come forward.
Don't you have a rule?
Whoever holds the Dragon Head stick calls the shots?
Who's holding it now? Me!
I'm asking you to change your line of work, not to kill yourself.
Don't you have family?
You expect to be in the triad when you're in your 70s or 80s?
Get into a gang fight?
Getting a different job will give you a steady income.
It's good for you and your family.
I'm asking you for the last time.
Whoever disagrees has no respect for the Dragon Head stick.