Old Way, The (2025)

[bunniefuu]

[The 32nd year of Emperor

Guangxu's reign (1906)]

Go.

Go.

During the late Qing dynasty

in the lands to the southwest,

bandits ran rampant and

commoners lived in fear.

One righteous hero

stood his ground and gathered followers.

Using his strength alone,

he brought peace to the region.

Mother.

But little did he know,

this rallying call

would ultimately invite disaster.

Help!

Something happened at my home!

Help!

Help!

Something happened at my home!

My dad helped every one of you.

You are ungrateful!

[Coiling Dragon Red-White Loyalty Hall]

You broke the rules.

You must punish yourselves with the knife.

Your dead body won't even remain intact.

My rank is higher than yours.

Back then, First Master

gave you the rallying banner.

That indeed broke the rules.

[The Old Way]

[The 15th year of the

Republic of China (1926)]

When I'm back this time,

let me see who dares to say

I'm not capable enough to

take over my family business.

You still have to wait

until your father dies.

Don't talk nonsense.

That's our father.

Thank you, boss.

It's still far away from the boats.

There are rules.

Waterways and land routes are separate.

So many stupid rules.

How much does it cost to

get those things on the boats?

Two dollars?

Are you kidding me?

20% of the goods.

What?

30%.

Calm down.

50%.

Calm down.

You just watch?

Go!

I told you

you would need others to protect

you if you were to take this route.

Now you know.

Hero, hurry up.

My herbs!

You made such a big fuss.

I'm afraid you need to pay more.

Double the price.

Okay.

Sir.

You can fight for stuff.

But you can't snatch it.

Got it.

I'm afraid it's not right to kowtow

without lighting an incense stick

after you enter the temple.

[Follow the will of heaven

and take every possible action]

May I ask how you went blind?

I'm not blind,

and my eyes are even bigger than yours.

My name is Peng Yinan.

I'm new here.

Please show me the way.

What business do you plan to do?

As long as it's profitable,

I'll do it.

There's not much business to do these days.

Thanks.

With fists pounding, toes striking

The tigers bleeds heavily

Its tail lashes like a steel whip

It's the left and right

sides that are fighting

But Wu Song stands firm

And steady

Peng.

Look at this one.

With fists pounding, toes striking

Not bad.

Fight! Fight! Fight! Fight! Fight!

Yes.

We'll have a good year.

The tiger gasps its last breath

Peng.

How about we go to my hometown?

Its life ends here

I can repair the house.

Why don't we have a good time in the city?

You're like a pig who

doesn't know how to enjoy life.

You know?

I'm not a pig.

I am?

Yes.

I...

Come on.

Can you two be quiet?

Shut up.

You two are like a sheep and a dog.

If you don't see each

other, you go find each other.

But when you two meet, you fight.

Peng called you a dog.

Come on.

Come on.

Disband!

Disband!

How about we

distribute the money and disband?

Since we've decided to be a team,

let's not quarrel every day.

Remember,

in our life,

to make money is the most important.

Make tea with well water at the door.

It can't be used to serve guests.

After entering Muyang City,

we're family.

Over all these years,

it's the first time I've

met a female in our trade.

Nice to meet you.

My name is Lei Wu.

What's your name?

Zhuang Yue.

Ma Ming.

This is our boss.

How could you tell her our names so easily?

We are in the same trade.

Gold Mountain, Silver Mountain,

which mountain is the famous mountain?

Gold Hall, Silver Hall,

which hall is the famous hall?

What do the 36 golden seats

refer to?

Of the 72 Dragon Tiles,

which one is about the

soaring rank of our bros?

You pretend to be one in our trade.

You're so bold.

I didn't mean to pretend.

I want to make

a request.

Okay.

You pay us and you're the client.

Tell me.

What do you want us to do?

To k*ll someone.

Not a big deal.

We'll take it.

How much will you pay us for that?

You name the price.

How much do you have?

How much do you want?

How much will you pay?

I'll pay a lot.

How much exactly?

This is not how a business

negotiation should be.

Peng just wants to make

everything clear before we do the job,

so that there won't be any disputes.

Alright.

My offer is a gold bar.

I'll give it to you after it's done.

Come on.

From Chengdu to Huayang,

we only accept cash.

Take this as a deposit, okay?

Girl.

Are you stupid?

What can you do to me

if I just take your deposit and disappear?

If you're willing to do the job,

come to Fangjing Town to find me.

If not,

I'll take you as a robber.

What do you mean?

What I mean

depends on what you'll do.

She's so cool.

This is a new way.

Where are you going?

Didn't we take the deposit?

Can't we just take the

deposit and do nothing?

No, you can't.

When I asked you to do something,

you always had excuses for not doing it.

Because this time the client is a girl,

you're so enthusiastic about her request.

Peng.

I have something to tell you.

My mom came to my dream yesterday.

She asked me to get married.

Peng.

Don't you think

this place is so quiet?

It's so comfortable.

Have you even come up

with a name for your child?

What are you talking about?

I came here for business.

Business?

Judging from how the place looks, I

don't think she can pay us a gold bar.

But we've already come.

I know.

You won't give up

unless you really check on her.

This house is quite nice.

Are you crazy?

Nothing to do with me.

Blackie.

What are you doing?

Don't go with the bandits.

Come out and apologize!

Mom, run!

Mom?

I'll count to three.

Not bad.

You can even get a son for free.

Aren't they bandits?

I am.

I'll k*ll you today.

And you.

It's not something shameful.

You should have told us you're married.

I should tell everyone I

meet whether I'm married?

My mom won't marry

you if she's not married.

You're too ugly.

You little brat.

Call your father out.

Let me see how handsome he is.

Everyone looks more handsome than you.

Don't think too much.

What should we think?

His parents used to do tea business,

and were k*lled by bandits.

He's been raised by all the residents here.

He calls adult men

in the town Dad,

and women Mom.

Kid.

Don't be too naughty in the future.

Otherwise, you'll cause yourself trouble.

Sorry.

It's okay.

What?

To k*ll you?

What do you mean?

[I'd like to take your daughter Zhuang Yue

as the wife of my eldest son Zhang Shunchang]

Do you think I'm dead?

You didn't even say a word about it to me.

What are you thinking?

If I marry him, we don't

have to give the annual tribute.

Everyone will be happy.

It's a good thing.

But you can't marry a bandit.

Did you forget why you became a widow?

That's perfect.

I got married before.

I don't mind getting married again.

You...

You're a self-sacrificing daughter.

The ceremony will be held

tomorrow night in the ancestral hall.

After the ceremony, it

will be peaceful here.

If you k*ll me before

he and I sleep together,

I'll keep my chastity.

That's too bold.

You're risking your life.

We can't afford any more annual tribute.

So the promise of a gold bar

was also a lie.

It's not about money.

We have to think about

if there is any other way to help her.

What's wrong with you?

Do you have to marry her?

I didn't mean that.

I know what you're thinking.

Don't worry.

I won't marry him.

Do you hear?

Fool.

Do you have to say that in front of me?

Go pee yourself.

And look at yourself.

Okay, I'll do it.

Me too.

Go away!

It hurts.

Not bad, girl.

You are seducing my foolish bro.

Good for you.

I don't care what he's thinking.

How about this?

If I can

keep you alive

and not bring any trouble here,

you marry my bro.

You love him so much.

I'm doing this for my

bro. This is brotherhood

I'm trying to protect all

the people in the town.

Mine is more like brotherhood.

I know the people

better than you.

Remember,

even if you bring peace here one day,

no one will remember you.

I don't need anyone to remember me.

Some things

depend on what you choose to do.

I remember there's a statue of

Bodhisattva in the Lingyun Mountain nearby.

You're compassionate enough

to replace the Bodhisattva.

If you don't succeed, you

don't owe anyone anything.

But if you do, that's something

you can brag about forever.

First of all,

I'll just take a look.

I'll do it if I can.

If not,

I won't give back the deposit.

Thank you.

Brothers together

We're here!

Let's raise the anchor

You are the leaders of the

two biggest factions here.

Raise the anchor!

If you cooperate with us in the future,

we'll reward you based on your merits.

I understand.

I know.

Director Su will be my witness.

From now on, Longying Mountain g*ng

will be at your disposal.

Not at mine.

But at Commander Xie's.

Yes.

It's inappropriate for an adviser

to sit on the table.

Young Master's wedding

ceremony is about to be held.

So many guests have come.

First Master is too busy to be here.

Today, our special agent...

Personally...

Personally...

Yes.

I understand.

We're close friends.

Let me invite you to the wedding.

I'm a government official.

Why should I go to the wedding?

I understand.

But First Master said

we must show our etiquette.

So I'm sending invitations to you.

Waitress.

Get new tea.

This girl

is so pretty.

How dare you pour me Zhongjian tea?

You have no right to do that.

It's First Master's order.

I'm just a messenger.

If you want to get an explanation,

go up the mountain and speak to him.

Lights go out front and back

Today we two factions are here.

One goes ashore,

and the other is to die.

How come you didn't discuss with us about the

decision of being employed by the government?

Fifth Master.

You take the shoulder mark.

I, Wu Yanping,

will be at your disposal

for the rest of my life.

Is it okay?

This is not

what you should talk to me about.

Brother Xiao, why have you changed?

Why betray and k*ll your brothers?

Bravo!

[Letter of Appointment]

Letter of appointment.

Before entering the temple next time,

find out which

Bodhisattva is in there first.

We're to carry

Commander Liu's mark.

Do you want to stay alive or die?

Stay alive.

Let others know

it's not fun

to go against us.

We've gained so many forces.

Do we still need his protection?

Of course.

More and more troops

are coming to Hubei and Hunan.

Commander Liu is the

most powerful man here.

Take a side as soon as possible.

If we can take this opportunity

to let all the factions coming

to the ceremony join us,

we'll be the boss of the place.

If we have the recognition

of the government,

we won't just be an

illegitimate ruler here.

We'll be a real ruler.

[Loyalty and Filial Piety]

The young daughter of the Zhuang family

got married at an early age.

Although she remains a virgin,

her wedding ceremony was held.

So she shouldn't be

included in the family tree.

Now, considering that

she's making sacrifices for her villagers

to marry a man who's not a local,

I now make an exception

to let her be in the family tree

so she can be blessed by

her clansman when she's alive

and receive the tribute from

the offspring when she's dead.

[Yue]

[Zhuang Family Tree]

[Zhuang Family Tree]

[Zhuang Family Tree]

Here.

Coming.

Mrs. Zhou. Mrs. Zhou.

Dad.

Hurry up!

Dad.

I'm afraid you can't go back on your words.

Fifth Master.

My daughter is immature.

She doesn't deserve

to be young master's wife.

You've received the betrothal gifts.

The guests are all here.

Don't you think we'll lose face?

I'll return the betrothal gifts.

I will.

I'll return the double.

Is this about money?

Where is she?

I don't know.

You don't know?

- I really don't know.

- He doesn't know.

I really don't know.

Boy.

Come here.

Did you make this?

Think again.

You are so skillful.

Blackie.

Miss, you can't go out.

Blackie!

Miss.

Fifth Master, I beg you.

Please let us go.

Blackie.

Blackie.

Why are you back?

- Fifth Master, please.

- Blackie.

Young Mistress.

Please.

Keep your promise

of exempting us from the annual tribute.

We're family now.

Let go.

Let go!

My daughter.

Dad.

Think about it.

The peace is about to come back.

Remember to come to the wedding tomorrow.

Father-in-law.

Help!

Help! Something happened at my home!

Help!

Help!

Something happened at my home!

My dad helped every one of you.

You are ungrateful!

You are so callous.

You will all be severely punished.

Listen.

Even if you really bring peace here,

no one will remember you.

If I fail, I won't owe anyone anything.

But if I succeed, I can

brag about it for life.

What are you doing?

Almost!

You almost kissed me!

You owe me a beautiful dream.

Like hell I owe you!

Peng,

I'll stay with you from now on.

I hit harder than him.

Time to get up.

See?

The food here is not bad.

Looks like you've made up your mind

to marry into this family, huh?

How could that be possible?

I'll go wherever Peng goes.

Fine,

roaming the world with a woman.

No one says you can't,

right, Peng?

Eat slowly.

No one's stealing your food.

You can't fight on an empty stomach.

All you ever do is fight.

Some things...

can be done without fighting.

Got a plan?

What plan?

If troops come, send

generals. If water comes...

build a dam?

This time, it's sneaking

through under cover,

taking advantage of a chaotic situation,

and slipping away unnoticed.

I get it,

but he may not.

Then, you explain it to him.

Simply put, we'll sneak in quietly,

pretend to be from another

g*ng, snatch her away,

and leave them to fight among themselves.

It sounds quite easy.

Easy?

We're going up a mountain to fight bandits.

No gold bars for this,

and only you'll walk away with a woman.

You should call her sister-in-law.

Bull!

I...

Early in the morning,

and you're at it again.

Are you full?

Let's get down to business.

[The land crowns high ridges, where timeless mountains stretch in splendor; The

gate faces the vast sea, where three rivers merge and flow for ten thousand years]

Since the dawn of time,

brotherhood has endured!

In times of chaos and turmoil,

loyalty lasts!

The dragon spirit flows across all lands!

Branches spread

throughout the world in unity!

Prosperity through generations

comes from honoring the virtuous

and welcoming the talented!

The flourishing of our fellowship

lies in propriety, righteousness,

benevolence, and harmony!

Table 2, Main Hall!

Brothers in arms, Corridor Table 1!

White Tiger Hall, Corridor Table 4!

What?

I gotta sit outside?

The view is nice.

Nice view?

To hell with your nice view!

How could you slap him?

Guests who don't respect the rules

are not guests.

The First Master has arrived!

There are no taboos in this world.

But when sitting down for a meal,

we must respect hierarchy.

We've come all the way here.

Of course, we all want to sit inside.

That makes sense.

But rules are rules.

If you want to sit in a position of honor,

earn it through your own strength.

What's the deal?

No g*ns...

only fists and feet to fight!

Eight coins in total!

Get one, and you're in!

Then you may enter the hall,

take a distinguished seat,

eat and drink heartily,

and have a big cut of the money!

Sounds good!

I'm in.

Count me in!

Me too!

I'm in!

Let's join it.

My leg's about to break.

Do you want to die?

My bad, my bad.

Thank you.

Peng,

that guy took it!

After him!

Hand it over if you don't want to die.

I could give you one.

How much are you offering?

You want money?

Have tongs instead!

Does it hurt?

Go check him out.

Got it!

I'm here.

Come on.

Dead yet?

I'll still be kicking, even if you're dead.

You're useless all day long.

Listen,

when it really matters,

I'm more useful than you.

You're good, okay?

I'll go help Peng.

I...

Like he even needs

your help with his skills.

Come and help me up.

Lei Wu,

if you dare to hit me

with your slingshot again,

I swear I'll burn that darn thing!

You really want it that badly?

Me too.

We can fight over stuff,

but we can't just snatch it.

Leave your name!

Next time we meet, I'll show you respect!

If I tell you my name...

you'll be scared to death!

Peng,

are we being a bit too high-profile?

Isn't it good to bring your

bride back with a bit of flair?

Not only that...

we might need to put on a big show later.

Where are your invitations?

First Master.

The three of us

haven't made a name for ourselves.

We're indeed not qualified

to receive invitations.

Present the gift.

Where are you from?

We come by land

and by water.

What wind brings you?

The east, south, west, and north winds,

yet none are as mighty as yours!

It's just a wedding.

You made such a grand gesture?

All the gold bars and treasures

are just to pave our way in.

We brothers live rough!

Our bowls have three parts

rice and seven parts sand!

We're all just trying to make a

living, putting our lives on the line!

Who wouldn't want to rely on someone big?

I've long heard of your fame, First Master.

That's why we had to come pay our respects.

Pour away the water and

replace it with Hong Society's tea!

After drinking it, we'll be a family!

Today, we meet with Hong

Society's ancestors as witnesses;

we brothers will share

in the glory together!

Thank you, First Master.

New brothers came to Muyang!

Great fortune to the Hong Society!

Everyone is here!

Take your seats!

The auspicious time has arrived!

The wedding of the Young Master

begins!

Young Madam,

time to bow and wed.

The sun rises in the east, glowing red.

This house must belong

to a fortunate person.

Four Bodhisattvas on each side,

with eight Vajras standing

guard at the four corners.

By the sacred incantation of our founder,

[Loyalty Beyond Heaven]

Evil spirits vanish, and harmony reigns.

At this auspicious hour,

congratulations from all directions.

Talented groom, beautiful bride,

a match made in heaven.

The red thread binds them,

making a golden union!

First, bow to the Bodhisattva

for granting this match.

Second, bow to your

parents for raising you.

Third, bow to each

otheruntil old and gray!

Escort them to the bridal chamber.

[Loyalty Beyond Heaven]

I think...

the atmosphere is not quite right.

Not quite right.

Impossible.

I've followed every step according to...

Young Master, may you rest in peace.

Young Master, may you rest in peace!

Young Master, may you rest in peace!

Young Master, may you rest in peace!

Young Master, may you rest in peace!

Now, the atmosphere feels right.

Kinda a shame to just bury her like this.

I've never touched a

girl's hand in my life.

What about you?

I've had enough of those.

Really?

What's it like?

I heard that girls smell really nice.

Come on.

You touch my wife's hand.

You'll get k*lled for that.

Young Master.

Young Master, I have nothing to do with it.

It's...

It's...

It's the First Master who has

ordered us to bury her alive.

So we were just checking

to see if she's still breathing.

Is she still breathing?

Yes.

Young Master, what else can I do for you?

P-Put some food in.

Hurry up.

What about the wine?

- None.

- None.

Go find some!

- Okay.

- Okay.

Turn around twice

on this bench!

Be careful.

That hand, too.

Be careful.

Let's drink! Let's drink!

Let's toast to the First Master together!

Don't worry.

From now on, follow me,

and it's all good times ahead!

Enjoying good times!

Enjoying good times!

Peng, what's wrong?

Nothing.

Come on, let's drink.

It's good that you know to be afraid of me.

Being afraid of your

wife is a family tradition.

There's nothing embarrassing about it.

Getting pushed around by a woman like that

and not even daring to say a word!

Sir,

this show is all about the skills.

Skills?

Hell, I know some skills too.

Sir.

I'm sorry!

Sir, no!

You woman...

Sir, no!

First Master, I... Don't be mad!

I didn't know the rules!

Still running?

I was wrong!

I'm new here!

I didn't know the rules!

I was wrong! I just

wanted to liven things up!

I won't do it again!

First Master.

Please give me a chance

and teach me a thing or two.

You've got some skill.

Looks like you've been

playing with it for a long time.

Served in the army?

You misunderstand.

In my early years, I couldn't afford food,

so I worked at the docks moving cargo.

The ropes chafed my hands.

Give it to him.

Thank you, First Master.

From now on, you'll lead

and organize a p*stol team.

As brothers-in-arms,

I won't slack or let you down.

What are y'all standing around for?

Sit down and drink!

Let's drink. Let's drink.

Let's drink!

Come on!

Third Master.

As long as you give me a son,

I can satisfy my parents.

If we have more children in the future,

two of them can even take your surname.

Got it?

Wake up, wake up.

Oh no, this is bad.

Wake up.

Don't shout. Don't shout.

Don't shout.

It's me. It's me.

It's me.

I almost pissed myself.

Why did they ask the

two of us to keep vigil?

You know nothing.

A young master actually died.

When we mention later

that we're the ones keeping vigil,

everyone who hears will

look at us with respect.

How should we describe it?

As spooky as we can.

Third Master.

Third Master.

I'm honored to have won.

The money's there for the

brothers to enjoy a drink!

You handed out money. What about me?

Third Master, I wouldn't dare

decide what to do with you.

Are you crazy?

You followed me here?

I thought that if something bad happened,

you could have a

companion on the road to hell.

Thanks,

but no need.

Wouldn't it be nice to have

someone serve you on the way?

You're still picky now?

I don't even mind that you're a...

I'm sorry.

What exactly happened...

to your husband?

On the day of the wedding feast,

the bandits came.

They said they didn't

receive the invitation,

that we looked down on them.

He was just a schoolteacher.

He just liked talking

about some principles.

So they dragged him out and k*lled him.

What is it singing?

I don't understand it either.

I got it from a teacher in the city.

People still study

these days?

I want to study.

But no one taught me.

I'm afraid...

studying wouldn't get you a

seat at the table of power here.

You really know how to fight.

Why don't you start your own g*ng...

instead of working for someone else?

I only have two men.

Not enough to start a g*ng.

Then...

count me in.

So... you can read and write too?

I met him at school.

I... I only know how to write my name.

That's enough.

Many people can't even

leave their names behind.

Looks like we're gonna share

this coffin together forever.

Let me sing you a little tune.

On the springtime trail by the field,

oh so slippery.

Too busy looking at

the girl, I took a big fall.

Young Master, if you want some more,

just come to First Master's dream.

We might screw up the message.

Life isn't easy for a woman like me.

Having someone to rely

on for food is enough.

It's the same no matter which g*ng I'm in.

Third Master.

I know the rules.

Hierarchy must be maintained.

You've joined the bandits.

What's the point of rules?

I don't have to be a member of

them even if I entered the mountain.

What should we do then?

Where is the g*ng registry?

Right here on me.

We have no grudge.

It's best not to start one.

Weren't you able to come earlier?

Two minutes later

and I'd have suffocated.

The main reason I came is

because I promised someone.

If it were just for you,

do you think I'd bother to come?

Keep bragging.

What if I lock you back up?

I'm freezing too.

Get lost!

If First Master finds out, I'm done.

If you can get the keys back,

I'll thank you any way I can.

I can't accept

such a valuable gift.

You ruined my new clothes.

Have you had enough fun?

When I first saw you,

you were actually gambling.

Seemed like luck was on your side.

More than that.

It was like finding a treasure.

The reason why I left the warlords

is that I didn't want to bully common folks

and do those dirty things.

Actually,

Brother Peng just can't stand

losing face in an argument,

but he's a decent man.

During the w*r,

he saved our lives.

His martial art skills

are indeed top-notch.

Why are you just sitting there and chatting

without brewing tea?

Honey.

This is your fault.

Don't call me that.

We've already slept together.

Sleeping in a coffin didn't count.

You've taken every advantage of me.

I will bring bad luck to my husband.

I'm tough,

as tough as a rock.

What's wrong?

Just stretching

to shake off the liquor.

I have no time to see you off.

I have something important to do.

Thank you.

What happened on earth?

Something's been off since you came up.

Let me tell you a story.

Yinan.

Come here.

When I grow up,

I'll make the banner even bigger.

No disaster is greater than discontent.

No fault is greater than greed.

What does that mean?

Now that peace has come,

the banner should be put away.

Run!

Hurry!

Someone help!

Help!

Something happened at home!

Help! Help!

My dad is indebted to all of you.

You are ungrateful!

You are ungrateful brats!

May you die horribly!

I've been roaming all these years

just to find them.

You, go back and build a house.

You, go marry that lady.

I'll take revenge.

From now on,

we'll go our separate ways.

Brother Peng.

Do you forget what you said

when we left home together?

Live and die together.

I changed my mind.

Have you lost your mind?

Just tell me

why we have to separate

right now and right here!

All these years,

the lives they've ruined

have all been blamed on my family.

Should I just watch

and do nothing?

Of course you should act.

Shut up!

Close your eyes.

Just pretend your parents

are right here in front of you.

Talk to them

and see what they say.

I'm too ashamed to face them

before I take revenge.

What if you die?

Your family will have no offspring.

You are such a good son.

There's more than one way to be a good son.

We are nobody.

Staying alive is hard enough.

Survival is what matters.

Life is given by parents.

How could I

pay a debt of gratitude?

Is arguing all you can do?

Say something.

Brother Peng.

If today you...

I'll take revenge for your family.

Revenge my a*s.

You're not my son.

I searched twice

but found no gold bars.

This should suffice though.

I don't spend the money of the dead.

You've gathered so many factions.

Your son didn't die for nothing.

My show's over.

If you can't get the shoulder badge,

you will be the one to blame.

Impossible.

Why don't you listen to me?

We'll just stand by and watch,

rather than joining the fight.

Is it okay?

I won't even bother to watch.

I'm here for money.

Isn't it good

to enjoy your happy life here?

Join us?

I'm not interested in her.

But I'm very interested in you.

Come on.

You said you wouldn't fight.

I persuaded him.

Are you really watching?

Go find the registry.

How dare you try to rob my faction?

Who are you?

You'll know it soon.

I found it.

I have it.

[Coiling Dragon Red-White Loyalty Hall]

Are you good?

My butt is torn open.

Move aside.

I have to do it myself.

Brother.

We will no longer be brothers

if you join the fight again.

Listen to him.

You know how to do this?

I can do it very well.

[Peng]

It's you.

Let me tell you

what this is.

[Tablet of Father, Peng

Jinglin and Mather, Zhou]

All who bear my banner

are my sworn kin.

Loyalty is the foundation.

Filial piety comes first.

Those who shed innocent blood

shall be pierced through three times

with the corpses left incomplete.

I've made your faction more influential.

Is this how you express your gratitude?

Father and Mother.

Today,

I took revenge.

May you

rest in peace.

Oh no! Oh no!

m*rder!

Get up!

m*rder!

Get up!

Something happened.

Get up!

I've got trouble here too.

Move.

Wait.

Come and have a look.

Check over there.

A watchdog.

Another dead here.

Let him be alive a few more days.

Why can't you even guard a single key?

Prepare a coffin for Third Master.

Go keep First Master company.

In my life,

I deal with only two kinds:

the rich and those who help me get rich.

I won't tolerate it

if someone humiliates me,

brings disgrace on the Hall,

or ruin our business.

Anyone who can restore our reputation

will be rewarded with merits.

Once an imperial edict is issued,

its influence may even shake the ground.

Cut roads through peaks for miles.

Build sky-high bridges over rivers.

I will be responsible

for everything I did.

Let me make it clear.

I only care about my wife.

At most,

plus that kid.

Brother.

Don't you despise those people the most?

Why do you care about them?

If you look down on them,

don't become those people.

Damn you!

What are you doing?

Let her go.

We barely saved her

and you want to send her back now!

This is my family matter.

It has nothing to do with outsiders.

She is my sworn brother's wife.

It has something to do with me.

The incense was burned

and lots were drawn.

This is God's decision.

Where is God?

Let it tell me face-to-face.

Let's go.

Go!

Move!

Move!

If the bandits know she ran away,

it might cause trouble.

I just want peace.

Why is it so hard?

Those who want to live,

leave now while you can.

Our ancestors have

lived here for generations.

Send the widow back.

Disgraceful!

She will die a horrible death.

Take her to the government.

Yes.

What?

If you don't want to leave,

put on your grave clothes

while you still have time.

Something must be wrong.

Go check it.

First Master has gone

down the mountain himself.

Isn't anyone here to welcome him?

You're finally here.

I've waited for a long time.

If you come out and admit your mistake,

there's still a chance.

What chance?

A chance to become wealthy, of course.

You can't afford

the wealth I want!

Then you'll be dead!

He's so accurate?

He really is.

The first one to rush in

will be rewarded 10 silver coins.

What are you afraid of?

You think you're holding

a fire-making stick?

Do it!

k*ll

anyone who's alive!

Where is my detonator?

Are you trying to scare me to death?

I didn't see anyone else.

You mean

just the three of them made us like this?

They're really something.

Are you okay?

You didn't run away

when I gave you a chance.

Why must you stay and wait for death?

I'm not waiting for death.

I'm waiting for you.

Sure.

Who is it again?

I think it's a kid.

So what?

You can't seriously be thinking of

k*lling him after he grows up, can you?

I'll do it.

I asked you to leave with them

together. Don't you understand?

I want to k*ll the bandits

to avenge my mother.

I'm not dead yet.

My biological mother.

Search for him in each room.

You're really something, aren't you?

Not really,

but what I can do is more

than enough to k*ll you.

Move away!

Call me Dad!

Come out,

and I'll give you a quick death.

You come out,

and I'll give you one.

Do it.

Oh, no. Oh, no.

Oh, no. Oh, no.

Come and get it.

Make yourself at home.

You may not end up dead if you go.

But you'll die right away if you don't.

To put it bluntly, it's all for money.

Why do you have to make it like this?

Speaking of money,

I'm afraid my Yellow Croakers

should be returned to me.

Sure.

Let's go up the mountain to get them.

Let's go!

Let's go!

Let's go!

The ridge paths in spring, oh

As slippery as if greased, oh my

I was so busy looking at the girl

That I took a bad tumble, oh

In summer, on the threshing ground

Take a break to cool off, oh

The girl beside me smells so fragrant

In autumn, the white rice harvested

Was sold for money, oh my

Saved enough to

buy a pair of gold rings

For the girl, oh

In winter, layers of cured meat

And sausages hang, oh

Come spring, I'll take the girl

Into the family home as my bride

Let's chat for a little while longer.

How?

Put down your g*n.

And take our time.

Count to three.

Sure.

Go ahead and count.

You count.

You count.

How about...

If I count?

One.

Two!

See?

This is the will of Heaven.

Today, I'm going to

follow the will of Heaven.

Protect your sister-in-law

from getting hurt.

Don't let anything happen to her.

Do you hear me?

It hurts.

You do bring bad luck to your husband.

I haven't married you yet.

Get up.

No.

I won't anymore.

Last time I slept next to you,

I didn't want to get up.

Get up.

I'll marry you if you get up.

R-Really?

Yes.

Will you keep your promise?

I'll get up.

I'll get up.

Get up!

Get up!

Have you forgotten?

You called me uncle when you were young.

Did my family ever treat you badly?

Yes!

I worked hard for your

father for so many years.

He wanted to quit,

even without telling me!

Who did he take me for?

Think again

about who I'm helping lay the foundation.

So you mean

I'm the first master,

and you continue to be an adviser?

You've finally figured it out.

Thank you for your hard work.

Don't mention it.

Do you have anything to say to Old Master?

Yes.

Tell me.

I'll help you deliver the message.

You don't get to do that.

[Tomb of Brother Lei Wu]

You can fix the house

after you get back this time.

I'll fix it here.

I'm not leaving.

Right.

It'll be closer for you to pick

a fight with him in the future.

Brother.

After the house is fixed,

come back for a drink.

Of course.

He was really possessed.

He just wanted to fall into your trap.

What trap?

I told him,

as long as he stands up,

I'll marry him.

Keep your voice down.

What if he hears you and comes out again?

I'll be scared to death.

Let's burn some incense on the first

and 15th day of the lunar month, okay?

Of course.

Thanks.

Where do you plan to go?

I don't know.

What will you do?

I'll see if I'm there.

[Post-credits scene later]

[Liu]