The Knockout (2023) s01e28 Episode Script

At this age,
you should learn to take care of yourself.
Got it, Brother Qiang.
Dad, I'm full.
I'm going to work.
How many departments have you worked in?
Seven.
You can go to work in the finance department next month.
Okay.
Bye.
Brother Qiang,
the guidance team has sent someone to Conch Village.
Look,
those small cases can't
satisfy them at all.
It's not the first time that
the Provincial Department has sent someone to investigate Jinghai.
It's just a breeze.
Light rain can only make surfaces wet.
They just put on an act.
You're right.
But we can't keep it to ourselves.
We should also let
the whole city know it.
What should we do then?
How about
making the guidance team
suffer a bad fall?
We'll let
all the residents in Jinghai know
who is in charge here.
Since they're going to investigate Conch Village,
then we'll help them
find out a big case.
They are provincial officials.
Will we get in trouble if
we don't give them a face?
Give them a face?
Haven't we already tried that?
They don't want it.
I understand.
I'm leaving.
Stop eating!
One rice roll, please.
Okay.
What a coincidence.
Nice to see you again.
So you eat here, too.
I heard that this restaurant is very famous.
Very good.
So we came here
and wanted to have a try.
Sure.
Three in total.
Not bad.
Well,
after sitting in the office for a long time,
I just want to
experience the hustle and bustle.
To see what ordinary people are doing.
Xu,
he's taunting you.
He means you're a high-profile officer.
No.
No, I dare not.
Then I'll not be that high-profile.
Let's talk about something practical.
An Xin,
where do you think we should start
with the investigation this time?
I think
Whichever direction
is fine.
As long as we keep a close eye on them,
then
They will sacrifice a group of their branches.
And then we can
catch them and send them to prison.
It's just that after you leave,
they may appear again.
Like bamboo shoots in spring after rain.
Just kidding.
You don't trust us?
I do.
It's just because in the past,
the investigation team had come to Jinghai a few times.
It's like a pattern.
We came here this time
to dig up the roots of the evil.
OK!
Judging from your reaction, you still don't believe us.
I do.
And I'm not the only one who believe you,
all the residents of Jinghai believe in you.
Look, since you arrived in Jinghai,
the whole city is
in a warm atmosphere.
From the highway
to the Reception Center,
especially the entrance
of the Reception Center you live.
I found there are more
fruit stalls there these days.
It wasn't like this before.
And cars. There are more cars
on the road.
So I believe you.
I do.
You mean
they've been watching us?
No, no, no.
I didn't mean that.
I know.
The situation in Jinghai
is very complicated.
Some problems
have existed so many years.
To solve the problem
completely,
we're bound to encounter a lot of obstacles.
But in my opinion,
if we choose to back down
when facing any obstacles,
then
we are not qualified
members of the Communist Party.
May I ask
where do you plan to
start investigating this time?
We have looked into
Conch Village renovation project
contracted by Qiangsheng Group
and found that there are problems
with the formalities.
But when we wanted to keep investigating,
we couldn't find a breakthrough.
I've been to Conch Village
and have seen the village secretary.
He's quite nice.
Under the initiative of
the Communist Party secretary of Conch Village,
Liu Jinsheng, one of the villagers,
provided us with a clue
that deserves our attention.
The villagers dare not say anything.
Because Tang Xiaohu's men had come to our village
before your arrival.
Stop.
Brother Hu!
I I'll do it by myself.
This money
is your compensation.
After the guidance team leaves,
I'll buy you new furniture
to replace what I broke today.
But if you say anything
that you shouldn't say,
you won't get any money.
They'll be unhappy.
Do you know what to do?
Fatty.
Got it.
I won't say it. I won't
Not only did they come to our village,
but they also went to the project site
and visited all the people
who have offended them before
and beat them up.
Then they gave them some money.
We are all afraid of them.
Please arrest them now.
I have evidence.
What evidence?
I can prove that Tang Xiaohu killed someone.
I know where
he buried the body.
About two months ago,
I drank too much at a wedding banquet.
I passed by a forest
and wanted to pee.
Hurry up.
Go dig that hole.
Okay.
Stop moving.
Are you afraid?
It's too late.
I'll bury you today.
Move.
Carry him there.
Eat quickly.
It'll get cold soon.
Finally.
We finally found the key clue
and can continue our investigation.
I just reported to the Provincial Anti-gang office.
When will we take action?
Think about it.
Today we have talked to
so many villagers in Conch Villlage
here.
Qiangsheng Group
must have recieved the news.
There's no time to lose.
I guess they'll do it tonight.
Then I should go after them.
Information synchronization is very important.
Liu Jinsheng, is it here?
Right here.
Then point out the specific location.
Just in this area.
This area?
It-It was too dark that night.
How about this?
Yang,
assign some hands
to follow Liu Jinsheng.
Dig
wherever he points.
This way.
-Be careful. -Slow down.
-Slow down. -Slow down.
Be careful.
This way.
Wait. Let me see.
Dig here first.
It looks like where the body was buried.
Let's go.
Hello?
Sir,
Tang Xiaohu left home.
Maybe he got the news
and planned to escape.
Keep an eye on him.
We just began to dig.
We'll arrest him
when we find the body.
Okay.
Uncle Hu,
why did you come here?
I came to see you.
Are they your friends?
This motorbike is cool.
Not bad.
Let's have a chat.
Anything important?
Your dad let me ask you
if you've decided on your business.
I just want to work in Qiangsheng
and work for you and Brother Long.
You'll be wasted
if you work with us.
Besides,
the business of your family is risky.
Your father is worried about your safety.
My safety?
Then how can Huang Yao work there?
I know he disdains me.
You are his son.
He won't disdain you.
This one.
The seafood here is very good.
We're closed.
It's okay. There's still someone here.
We won't eat for long.
Haven't we met him before?
Yes.
Hello!
It's really you.
You're eating here too?
Come on, let's have a fist pounding.
I also want it.
Okay.
Are you drinking tea?
Come on. Cheers!
Okay.
Cheers!
Are you here for a midnight snack?
Yes. We'll sit
-over there. -We'll sit there.
-Bye. -Okay.
-Have a seat. -Sit.
I'll go order something.
Pretty nice.
It's just a little hot inside.
-You guys are too fast. -Hello,
why not come and eat with us?
-That's right. -Come on.
No, thanks.
You youngsters eat together.
That's okay! Don't be shy.
Uncle,
let's go for a race after eating.
No, I didn't drive my motorcycle today.
After he finishes eating,
he'll go back home and sleep.
He'll have a rest.
Go to bed after eating?
So early?
Yes, I'm going to bed.
So early.
Look at that G-Wagon.
I remember there's only one in Jinghai.
Who is the owner?
It's from Qiangsheng Group.
He's walking towards us.
Hui, are they looking for you?
Are they really here for me?
I did nothing!
Brother Qiang,
the guidance team
has started digging.
Why did you bring so many people here?
We need to keep a low profile.
Now this is too much.
How can I continue to eat?
Take me home.
I'm leaving.
Enjoy your meal.
Bye.
Sir.
It's been a whole night.
Why don't you take a rest in the car?
No, no.
We've been digging all night,
but there's no clue.
How about this place?
Here?
Sir.
He said it's next to a tree.
But look,
these trees
look the same.
Yes.
Ask Yang
to call Liu Jinsheng here.
Youzhu!
Liu Jinsheng!
Come here.
Sir.
Liu Jinsheng,
please recall carefully.
Are you sure that
what you saw that night
is in this area?
I drank too much that day.
The trees look the same.
I think so.
Don't be hesitating.
Please think it over.
We've been digging all night
but we haven't got any clues.
Expand the search area.
Sir. Sir?
According to the surveillance,
Tang Xiaohu had just booked a ticket
to Hainan.
A one-way ticket.
Okay.
How's the digging going?
It's still in progress.
We haven't found any clues yet.
Speak.
Sir,
Tang Xiaohu will arrive at Jinghai Airport
in 15 minutes.
It'll be more difficult to catch him
after he checks in.
The airport is crowded.
Do you think
we should take action now?
I'll inform the Provincial Anti-gang office
to arrest him immediately.
Police! Get off the car!
Tang Xiaohu, get off!
Turn off the engine.
Check the backseat and the trunk.
Okay.
Lie face down on the car hood. Hurry!
He's not here, Brother Xu.
Where is Tang Xiaohu?
Brother Hu?
He rode Xiaochen's motorcycle and left.
He asked me to drive his car back.
What?
Tang Xiaohu ran away?
We've blocked all the
exits on the highway nearby.
He can't escape.
But we didn't inform the police
in Jinghai about this action.
Okay. I'll stop filming.
It must be the villagers from Conch village.
Some of the villagers must have tipped them off.
The more nervous they are,
the more suspicious they are.
You must keep an eye on the site.
We have to find something there.
Don't worry.
Any news about Gao Qiqiang?
Gao Qiqiang attended
an economy meeting in Jinghai this morning.
He's very calm.
Next, let's raise our hands to vote.
Please raise your hand if you agree to accept Comrade
Gao Qiqiang as a business representative.
Raise your hand if you disagree.
Okay, please put your hands down.
So the rest are abstentions.
It doesn't matter whether they are abstentions
or objectors.
It's the same.
OK.
I'll announce the result now.
The proposal of Comrade Gao Qiqiang
being a business representative
is not approved.
I understand.
I should avoid suspicion
at such a sensitive time.
So I'm not suitable to be a business representative.
I trust our organization.
But if some
of us believe those
groundless rumors
easily,
then I think they're childish.
Right?
Groundless?
Everyone knows it.
Mr. Gao is righteous.
But we don't know about your subordinates.
If something happens to them,
you will also be implicated.
Mr. Jiang,
you also have subordinates.
You should be careful of them, too.
I'm not afraid of being investigated.
I want a ticket for the earliest flight.
Your destination?
Anywhere.
Anywhere?
How can I choose the ticket for you?
Tang Xiaohu.
Please cooperate with us
and come back with us for investigation.
Please.
Dad, Uncle Long is here.
-Xiaolong. -Brother Qiang.
Then I won't disturb you.
I'm going to cook.
OK.
Brother Qiang,
I heard
Jiang Tian picked on you again?
He did.
He's just a sand digger.
I'm not afraid of him.
I failed
because the guidance team is here.
Jiang Tian has been picking on us
for so many years.
I don't think we can put up with him anymore.
He knows that
we can't strike back at this point.
That's why he did that.
Xiaohu
was taken away. You know that, right?
They have no evidence.
They have been digging
since last night in Conch Village,
but they found nothing.
Before the sun sets,
I believe they will
find it.
I have a chest tightness.
Can you open the door
and let me get some fresh air?
Tell me.
Why did you buy the
ticket to Hainan?
It's useless
to waste our time here.
I advise you to confess as soon as possible.
Anyway, before dark,
you'll have to
let me out.
Ask your leader to come out!
Sir,
it's been almost a day and a night.
We've searched everywhere we could.
Everyone is tired.
Shall we
Calm down. Just calm down.
More and more villagers are gathering here.
Yang,
tell the guards
not to have any conflict
with the villagers.
Go.
Okay.
Check
the weather tonight on your phone.
-We found it! -Thunderstorm
We found it!
Hurry!
Here!
Be careful.
-Mask. -Okay.
Here.
Liu Jinsheng,
have a look at what it is.
There's a sheep in the sack?
Let them go first.
Brother Qiang and I will be there soon.
Brother Qiang,
I've contacted the journalists
and the media.
They are rushing there now.
Let's go.
We'll let them know
who is the boss of Jinghai.
Reporter Zhang,
what can I do for you?
Sir,
you're not a good friend.
You didn't inform me
of such a big news.
What news?
Stop pretending.
Didn't someone in your bureau catch the wrong person?
Now they don't have any definitive evidence,
so they have to let him go.
Who was arrested?
The second-in-command of Qiangsheng Group,
Tang Xiaohu.
No, I didn't know that.
We received an emergency notice
and now we're going for an interview.
No, I've been in the bureau all day,
but I really didn't hear about it.
Did they get the address wrong?
Not the Municipal Public Security Bureau,
but the Municipal Governemnt Reception Center.
So it was the provincial guidance team who
caught that person.
Sorry to bother you.
So you even know
where the provincial
guidance team are staying.
Sir,
it's not a secret.
Where else can they live
except the Government Reception Center?
I know.
Why did you lie to us?
What did I lie to you?
Haven't you found the sack?
It was so dark and far away.
Whether it was a person or a sheep, I
Tell me the truth!
Okay.
To be honest,
I framed Tang Xiaohu on purpose.
Please come in.
Sir, An Xin is here for you.
Close the door.
I'm the chief of the propaganda department
of our bureau.
Just now, a reporter
called me
and asked me about
the details of catching Tang Xiaohu.
So I went to ask
the Anti-drug Detachment
and the Criminal Investigation Unit.
They said they didn't know about it.
After asking around,
I heard it may be related to
you.
So I came to ask
whether we need to
cooperate with you
to release some specific
police reports
or some information notes?
We caught him.
And we just want to borrow your place.
I understand.
We're still investigating.
It's hard for us now.
A group of reporters
have gathered at the gate of our bureau.
Please have a look.
What are they doing there?
I guess they just want to
take some photos of
Tang Xiaohu being
released.
Liu Jinsheng is with them.
All the information
he provided us
was made up beforehand.
Their purpose was
to lure us into the trap
and let all the residents of Jinghai
laugh at us.
I'm just
talking nonsense.
I guess
Gao Qiqiang
wants to announce to the world
through this case that
in Jinghai,
no one can touch his men.
If you catch his men,
then you have to let them go the same day.
We can't let them
play us like that.
Tonight,
we can't release him.
But we have no reason
to detain Tang Xiaohu anymore.
Isn't that Mr. Gao?
A car is coming.
-Mr. Gao. -Mr. Gao.
-Mr. Gao. -Mr. Gao.
-How is Manager Tang? -Mr. Gao.
Please tell us.
Mr. Gao.
Mr. Gao, may I ask
what do you think
of Tang Xiaohu, the Engineering Manager,
being caught?
I just
know about this.
As far as I know,
it's because of
some project disputes in the past.
So, some people
falsely accused Manager Tang
and framed him.
As for the questions about
whether he violated the law
or whether there was any illegal operation,
I think
we should trust the government
and the guidance team.
Tonight,
let's wait and see.
If Mr. Tang
is acquitted
tonight,
then we'll know the truth.
Qiangsheng Group
has always been
a major taxpayer in Jinghai.
Within our company,
I always emphasize one thing
to my employees.
We are the staff of
Qiangsheng Group.
But at the same time,
we're also members of the society.
So we must abide by the law
and be good citizens.
We need to give back to the society.
Today, in front of
all the reporters,
I want to state my position.
Through this incident,
I believe Qiangsheng Group
will be stronger
and more united.
Zhang Biao,
do me a favor.
Go get a
summon letter.
I'll text you the details.
Six years ago,
Tang Xiaohu
fought in a bar
and a person was maimed.
The victim's name is Jiang Peng.
Jiang Peng has sticked to the petition
for over 6 years
but hasn't got any results.
So I think
if it's possible
to find Jiang Peng,
and then
I was talking nonsense.
Let's have a try.
So many people are waiting.
-Manager Tang! -Manager Tang.
Mr. Tang.
Xiaohu is out.
Pick up your brother.
Manager Tang. Manager Tang.
Thank you for your concern.
You can ask me questions one by one.
I will answer you in order.
Hello, Manager Tang.
Did they
put any pressure on you?
Not at all.
Manager Tang,
can you tell us
more details about this case?
Many people have some misconceptions
about Qiangsheng Group.
This time, it's a totally false accusation.
I'm just here to cooperate with their investigation.
Thank you for your concern and support.
Thank you very much.
Mr. Tang.
Mr. Tang,
did they put pressure on you?
No.
No. Not at all.
-Excuse me. -Manager Tang!
Everyone, please step back!
What's going on?
Tang Xiaohu,
we're from the Criminal Investigation Unit of the Jinghai Public Security Bureau.
We received a report saying that
you are related to
an assault case.
Please come back with us
for the investigation.
An assault case?
Take him away.
-Wait -What's going on?
They just took him away!
-Manager Tang! -Manager Tang!
Officer
Close the door.
Now the guidance team
took Tang Xiaohu away again.
There are many rumors in the society.
Can you tell us
more details about this case?
Tang Xiaohu
is involved in some crime cases.
As for the progress of our investigation,
please pay attention to our
police reports
on the official website of the Municipal Public Security Bureau.
I heard
Tang Xiaohu was wronged.
Will he be acquitted?
No comment.
Dear reporters,
you can leave now.
What happened?
How will they handle this case?
He
He didn't say anything practical.
Yes.
He didn't even give us an explanation.
About Jiang Peng's case,
we were not able to convict him back then.
Even though we caught him today,
we have to release him
if he obtains a guarantor and pending trial tomorrow.
Six years ago,
we were not able to catch him.
So we'd better not expect
to find any evidence today.
Our goal is to stop him from
being acquitted
tonight.
An Xin,
this time the guidance team came here
not just to wipe out the gangsters.
They will also swing the gun
toward internal staff
and rectify our own team.
Have you thought it through?
Aren't they eradicating
the root of the disease in Jinghai?
But if we choose to help them,
we may need to fight against our colleagues.
We've been army comrades
for over 20 years.
Can you bear to do that?
All I want is to make Jinghai a better place.
Besides, you also helped me.
Excuse me.
Yes?
What can I do for you, Sir?
An.
Long time no see. Mr. Gao.
Why are you here?
Just wandering around.
Please give me some hot water.
Thank you.
There is another one.
I'm
getting old now.
I have a hypoglycemia.
I haven't eaten all day.
Is there any midnight snack
in the canteen of the police station?
It was closed.
Besides, do you have a meal card?
You have it.
I have no money.
Have you had dinner?
No.
Let's go and eat something.
Are you trying to bribe me?
What are you talking about!
I called you,
but you didn't answer.
Have you called me?
You added my phone number to the blacklist, right?
Let's go.
Let's grab a bite.
Let's go.
Take your time.
I'll wait in the kitchen.
Song, let me introduce.
This is my friend, Officer An.
He is the restaurant owner, Song Guang.
This restaurant has been open
for decades.
An old brand.
This restaurant is very busy.
You always have to wait in line for a long time.
Then why
Why aren't there any guests today?
Mr. Gao said
he would have an appointment with an important friend,
so I refused other guests in advance.
Sorry to bother.
Alright. Please enjoy it.
Come on. Help yourself.
Look at you.
On your orders,
he won't be able to serve customers tonight.
The benefits I gave him
are more than his annual turnover.
You take medicine too?
For my nerve disease. What about you?
Vitamin. I eat with my meals.
Give me some.
When you take the medicine
given by doctors from hospital
Don't listen to their nonsense.
They are all quacks. You know?
My doctor is indeed a quack.
She is Gao Qilan.
She is good.
How are things going between you and Lan?
What do you mean?
She treats patients.
And I'm one of her patients.
But to be honest,
I don't think she is professional.
The medicine she prescribed didn't cure my illness.
I didn't ask about her medical skills.
I mean your relationship.
How is it going?
Our relationship is the same,
ineffective.
She likes you.
Do you know that?
So you know.
Then do you know
when she
started to like you?
I'll tell you a gossip.
Don't tell her.
I heard that from
Sheng before.
Do you remember the day I sent the television
to Tang Xiaolong and Tang Xiaohu
and was beaten by them?
You took me to the police station
for the investigation.
Then Lan and Sheng
brought me some dumplings.
She said when
you opened the television for them
in the next office,
she fell in love with you
that night.
Love at first sight.
Don't tell her I told you this.
21 years ago.
That would prove
how handsome I was.
I don't know what she is thinking.
If my sister wants to
find a boyfriend,
she can choose anyone she wants.
But what can I do? She only likes you.
So I'm thinking
What about you two
You can have a try.
Try to develop a relationship.
Try your sister?
Why does it sound so weird?
Try it with my sister.
If you two can work out,
then you can get married.
Then you
can leave Jinghai
to live your life.
You can choose anywhere in China,
or in the world.
Don't worry about money.
I can provide you.
What do you think?
First,
your sister is nice
and beautiful,
and is excellent in all aspects.
But I have no feelings.
Not for your sister,
but for myself.
I've been alone for many years.
I've gotten used to it.
I'm suitable to
be alone.
Second,
I'm a local.
Why would I leave Jinghai?
I've worked so hard for my section chief title,
and I'm going to be a deputy director soon.
I have to keep working.
If I leave, it'll all be in vain.
You're not gonna be
deputy director until you retire.
Do you believe it?
Yes.
If you could make it,
you would have been promoted 10 years ago.
An, I agree with
what you said just now.
After shuting's death,
many people
introduced new women to me.
They said I needed a wife.
But I never wanted to get married again.
I think it's good to be alone.
So I understand your feelings.
I've figured it out tonight.
The guidance team couldn't have known everything that well.
They must have guidance.
You are ready to join the guidance team, right?
Don't spread rumors.
If I were in the guidance team,
I would want you too.
If anything happens to me,
I'll be quite relieved
to let you take care of Lan.
But if you don't leave
and choose to stay here,
I'm afraid
we won't have any chance
to sit together and have a meal
like this.
Do you really want to
eat with me?
Do you want to hear the truth?
Go ahead.
Yes.
Here you go again.
Your lumbar intervertebral disk hernia is
very serious.
The traction can only relieve your symptoms.
You still need surgery.
If I accept the surgery, it'll be worse.
Why don't you trust the doctor
and choose to search online?
I should trust the doctor.
Doctor, can we
have dinner together?
You're not busy today?
I have to show my gratitude.
Okay. Wait for me to get off work.
Okay.
Is it good?
I love dumplings.
But
I think the dumplings on New Year's Eve
are the best.
Have you
seen your brother recently?
We rarely see each other
except on festivals.
When was the last time you met him?
Are you here to investigate me?
Just chatting.
Look, he runs
Qiangsheng Group very well.
Do you have a specific role
there?
My brother protects me well.
He doesn't want me to get involved in anything.
I have nothing to do with his business.
Pretty good.
What exactly do you want to know
by inviting me to dinner today?
I just want to say that
your brother's company has been getting bigger
for a long time.
The situation is quite complicated.
So I think
you'd better keep a distance from them
since you're such an innocent girl.
For example, you can change your job
or transfer to another hospital.
You can leave Jinghai,
or even leave this province.