The Story of Sue San (1964) - full transcript
What would you like?
A pot of jasmine tea.
Coming right up!
She is coming...
Look at that palanquin!
Which family is the lady from?
Lady? She's from a brothel!
A prostitute? Which one?
Fu Chun Yuan.
Lights!
What are you doing here?
Go in and have a look!
It's a brothel!
I know!
Peanuts! Melon seeds!
You're here early, sir!
Peanuts! Melon seeds!
This way please!
Wait on the customer!
This way please!
Please sit down!
Look after the customer!
I beg your pardon
is this your first visit here?
Your name, sir?
Wang.
Master Wang!
Please have some tea!
Please sit down!
Curtains!
Bao Lan, Yan Zhi.
Gui Hong, Cui Hong.
They're all here, sir!
What's your preference?
Which lady would you like?
Is Su San here?
Su San?
Yes...
I'd like to meet her.
Yes... but...
She's very popular.
You'll have to wait your turn.
Fine... I'll wait!
Would you like someone else
in the meantime?
No!
Please have a seat!
I'll fetch her.
Please!
Damn!
Bao Lan, House 2.
Stay a bit longer!
You're kicking me out!
Nonsense! Come again tomorrow!
You're a coward if you don't show!
Make a reservation!
Alright!
Go in! There's nothing to see!
Bao Lan, go there now!
This one is angry, do something!
If your father finds out
you've been here, it'll be disastrous!
Young Master!
Don't make a fuss!
Customer!
Can you lower your voice?
Sure!
Mother!
Any business today?
The too early for the usuals,
no new ones either.
What's your problem?
You have nose and eyes like her
you're plain lazy!
She's asking for a beating.
Stop crying!
Customer for Yan Zhi.
Wipe your tears!
Master Ning!
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year, Master Ning!
Where have you been,
you heartless wretch!
Don't say that! It's New Year's Eve!
Yan Zhi misses you!
She's on the verge on tears!
Here I am, baby! Let's go!
Master Shen is here!
Master Shen!
Have a drink with Su San?
No! I'll be leaving soon!
Take him to the back!
Want some melon seeds, sir?
How about candy?
Want to try your luck?
I get it!
You've been stood up!
Let me sing for you!
Can you sing?
My bamboo clapper is loud and clear.
Please listen carefully, sir!
You'll forget your troubles
in Fu Chun Yuan.
The ladies appear at your beck
and call.
Everyone prettier than ever.
Prettier than the Moon Goddess.
Prettier than Zhao Fei Yan
and Yang Yu Huan.
You'll have your way
as long as you pay.
Not bad!
Well? Something for me?
Such a waste of time!
What?
Nothing!
So hard to make a living!
This is for you!
Sorry, I have no change.
No! Keep the change!
Really?
I must kowtow to you!
Please get up...
I'll give you this
I have no use for it!
Su San bids farewell.
You must come again!
Someone waiting in the West Chamber
I'm tired. I need a break!
Please go there now!
Just muddle through...
Alright...
Who was that?
The one with the leather hat?
You don't know him?
That's Master Shen Yan Lin.
No, I don't!
He's rich!
You must come again!
Master, let's go!
I'll wait!
I'll wait with you!
Have some melon seeds!
Leave it there!
Why?
Just do it!
Miss Su bids farewell!
I'll come for you again!
But don't be like last time
and fake illness!
I wouldn't dare!
Don't worry! I'll be here!
Someone's been waiting all day
for you!
New customer?
Never seen him before!
Get rid of him!
What?
Say something nice.
They're still our patrons.
Alright!
More wine!
Yes!
What did he say?
Su San has turned in for the night!
They want you to leave!
That's ridiculous!
Master, let's go!
It's ridiculous!
They're such fools
ousting a big spender like you!
Let me go talk to them!
Miss Su, you must meet him!
What is this?
Please sit for a while!
I barely had a break!
Why must you fawn on him?
He's a lavish spender!
He looks wealthy.
Looks is not everything!
It can be deceiving!
Just go and say hello.
Come meet Master Wang...
Master Wang, this is Su San.
Master Wang.
Sorry to keep you waiting!
Sorry.
Here's the tea money!
Goodbye!
Su San is here, why are you leaving?
See him out!
She's nothing special!
300 taels!
Sir...
Please stay a bit longer!
Have a drink with Su San!
No! I'll come back some other time!
Come here, Su San!
Come here!
What's with you today?
Come!
Sorry, sir!
I'm so sorry!
That's ridiculous!
Sorry to keep you waiting!
She's nothing special!
What's wrong, sir?
Nothing!
We've collected all the debts
36,000 taels of silver.
Please check the accounts.
Leave them over there!
Your father wants us home at once.
Let's leave the day after tomorrow.
Fine!
What is it?
An invitation for your master.
You may go!
An invitation, sir!
"You're cordially invited
to a farewell dinner.
Sincerely, Liu Zi Mei"
I'm indebted to your kindness.
You flatter me
with this farewell dinner.
Just a simple dinner,
hope you like it!
Certainly!
A toast to you.
Wishing you a pleasant journey.
Thank you.
Master.
Master Wang.
Sir?
Do you have any lady friend?
Lady friend?
Summon her to liven the party
I seldom visit brothels.
With your standing.
You must have a girl or two.
There's a Su San...
I've met her once.
Su San from Fu Chun Yuan.
Su San!
Yes!
I've been meaning to meet her!
Let's take this opportunity
and have a nice gathering!
It'll be an honor for my humble home!
Let's play a drinker's wager game.
What do you think?
Sure...
Name the subject.
If I may...
Yes!
I'll take the liberty...
Temples!
The auspicious Xiang Mei Temple.
The auspicious Xiang Mei Temple.
Where the Huang Chao Uprising
took place.
The monk could not escape.
He hid inside a tree
but was stabbed nonetheless.
Heaps of gold
at Golden Mountain Temple.
The ruthless monk Fa Hai
held Xu Xian captive.
The green snake
summoned the marine troops.
The white snake flooded the temple
with spells.
Gan Lu Temple.
Liu Bei is sized up at Gan Lu Temple.
The sex trap went awry.
Master Qiao made a match.
Sun Zhong Mou suffered a double loss.
The sanctity of Ling Yin Temple.
There lived a monk named Ji Dian.
He was not a vegetarian.
Meat and wine were his favorite.
He won't worship and he won't pray.
The good was rewarded
at Bao En Temple.
There lived a monk named Hai
who was involved with Pan Qiao Yun.
He was killed by Shi Xiu in a fit
went to hell without his head.
Peaches are red, plums are white.
White Pagoda Temple.
White Pagoda Temple...
White Pagoda Temple
has a white pagoda.
Such a white pagoda.
Sorry, I can't go on
I'm lost for words.
How about...
No! This won't do...
I get it...
Whiter than snow.
Whiter than cabbage.
White than your lovely face.
Just like...
No! Drink up!
Alright...
Let's drink with him!
Come on...
Su San is here.
Please have a seat over there
next to Master Wang.
Please sit down.
Master Fan, your turn.
Very well!
Hurry!
Good things go in pairs,
Twin Pagoda Temple.
A pair of pagodas
at Twin Pagoda Temple.
Home for nuns and not for monks.
All you monks please hurry here.
Pair up with the nuns.
Amitabha!
Amitabha!
Temple of Salvation
liberates mortal souls.
There lived a scholar named Zhang.
Rendezvous with Miss Cui
in the West Chamber.
Infuriating the old lady.
Poor Hong Niang got the beating.
Prosperous business in Long Fu Temple.
Long Fu Temple.
Worshipping at Long Fu Temple.
He came for the girl
and not for Buddha.
For the first cup of tea.
He left 300 taels of silver.
Who has committed such a sin
to sire such an unworthy son.
Even with a huge fortune.
He'll squander it away!
Su San.
Someone is here to see you!
Who is it?
Go see for yourself!
Look who's here!
Master Wang.
Miss Su.
You two have a chat.
Excuse me, Master Wang.
Please sit down!
Sit!
Some tea?
Yes!
You first!
No, please go ahead!
Please pardon my manners
the other day.
No. I was rude, please forgive me!
I'm here to apologize
I hope you'll forgive me!
I'm leaving for Nanjing today
I came to say goodbye!
Are you scalded?
Never mind...
Master, it's late. We should leave!
Alright!
I'll take my leave now!
Sir!
Master!
I'm coming! Go!
Have a safe trip!
Master Wang!
Here's the bill!
Yes!
The porters are ready.
When are you leaving?
Right away!
Yes!
All set! Let's go, Master!
I'm staying!
Why?
No reason!
This way!
Wait on Master Wang!
Coming...
This way please!
Just as I expected! He's back!
Don't let him get away again!
Don't worry!
Who would you like?
Is Su San here?
Yes! I'll fetch her!
She's out!
Su San is out today!
Master Wang.
Su San went out!
I'm so forgetful!
I'll wait!
I'm afraid that's not possible.
Others are waiting.
The young Master Jiang, Minister Liu.
And also...
And Minister Zhou.
Yes, Minister Zhou
and the Queen's brother.
Minister He is hosting
a dinner tonight.
It'll be dawn before she's available!
Yes, it'll be dawn!
Then I'll leave!
Please stay a while!
No, I'll be back tomorrow!
She's not available either.
She's very popular.
Everyone likes her.
They spend money
like pouring out water.
Yet she still doesn't think much
of anyone.
Master Wang.
Yes?
Are you leaving?
Take Master Shen for instance.
He has hosted many parties here
and spent a lot of money.
At least 2,000 taels
before she finally notices him.
She's all for appearances.
Then I'll host one for her!
Very well...
She needs persuading.
I'll speak with her!
Thank you.
Don't mention it.
Young master is pleased
to host a party for the lady.
Everyone having a good time.
Song and dance to go with the wine.
A wager's game on this side.
Coquettish manner on the other.
It's fun being in a brothel
he was beside himself!
Let's have a drink!
Thank you!
Uncle!
Let's drink up!
Longevity and wealth...
May I have a word with you?
What is it?
Minister Jiang has sent for me!
I'm asking for your permission.
What? Must you go?
I'm sorry!
He's also a good customer!
I'm very sorry!
Gentlemen,
Su San will take her leave now!
Sorry...
How can she leave now?
This party is for her!
You can't go!
No!
Minister Jiang has summoned her.
Please let her go, sir!
That's not right!
I met him on the way here.
He's been summoned by the Emperor!
Minister Liu, please understand...
Please eat some more!
Please...
Have a drink...
You have one too!
I'm older than you
and more experienced
in this sort of thing.
This can't go on!
I'd like your advice!
I heard you paid 300 taels
on your first visit
and this feast is extravagant.
If you're serious about Su San
I'd like to help you
I'd appreciate that!
I'll arrange for you to claim her!
Claim her?
You're an honest fellow.
It means to pay a lump sum
for her first night!
You mean marry her?
It won't be easy!
Let me handle this!
"Closing for wedding banquet."
On this joyous occasion.
The ladies are busy entertaining.
Old friends and new all gathered here.
To witness the pairing of the lovers.
To witness the pairing of the lovers.
One is beautiful.
One is in love.
One is infatuated.
One is drowned in self-pity.
What is this?
A weigh.
To measure your happiness!
Why are you so sad?
Silently crying to the bridal candles.
Is something troubling you?
Or do you love someone else?
My parents died when I was 7.
I spent 9 years in a brothel
I have been tortured
in order to keep my chastity.
We hardly know each other
I'm afraid our marriage doesn't hold.
You're worried about this?
Don't cry and don't be sad.
We'll reaffirm our marriage vows.
We bow to Heaven as our witness.
We bow to Earth as our proof.
We bow to our ancestors
to affirm our status.
You're my wife.
We'll grow old together.
We'll grow old together.
Go away!
Everything is here, master!
Please check the accounts!
This is for...
Shop owner, take over for me!
Yes!
Anything else, sir?
Nothing!
Then I'm leaving!
You have money?
Yes!
Master Wang, please go upstairs
for dim sum!
Very well...
You may go!
Yes!
Young Master!
Take care of yourself!
I will.
Eat something before you leave!
What are you looking at? Move!
Go.
What are you doing?
You gave me a scare!
Wining and dining day and night.
Without a care in the world.
Giving out embroidered fabric
pearls and jade.
Spending like there's no tomorrow.
Did you just arrive?
Take her to Da Niang!
This is for me?
I always work hard for you!
What do you think?
Come here!
How old is she?
Tell Da Niang!
I'm 7.
Have some peanuts!
Take some!
Sit down and eat!
Will there be trouble?
Of course not!
What about her family?
Just her mother
who's sick and ignorant.
How much?
10 taels of silver.
It's a deal!
I'll go now!
Stay a bit longer!
No, you wait here!
Your mother will come for you later!
No!
You may eat here!
I want to go home!
Yes, after dinner!
Please don't leave me!
Be a good girl and behave!
I want to go home!
I'll show you something!
Little bitch!
Don't get stubborn with me!
I'll show you...
I want to go home!
I'll beat you, you little bitch!
You're never going home!
Didn't find anything you like?
Did someone bully you?
What's the matter?
I can't stay here anymore!
Let's move!
She's right!
You're the son of a former minister.
You can't stay here forever
I'll have the shop owner
help you find another place.
Master Liu.
We have an empty lot in the back.
Build a mansion there
we can look out for each other.
You can live there
and enjoy your privacy.
Very well!
Don't!
That's too extravagant!
It's alright...
I'll have to trouble you
on this matter.
Of course...
Look at this, Master!
We'll build 2 wings.
Flowers grown along the pavilion.
Footpath laden with cobblestones.
Bamboo along the lotus pond.
Picturesque scenery.
The dissolute gentleman
has no worries.
The couple is happy as can be.
We'll drink to the spring flowers
in bloom.
We'll listen to music
in the summer wind.
We'll enjoy the autumn moon.
We'll chat around the fire in winter.
We'll travel around
and enjoy the landscape.
We'll be true to each other forever.
We'll live happily ever after.
We'll live happily ever after.
Live happily ever after.
Check!
What a move!
Sir! Miss!
Have a seat!
Yes!
About the cost for the mansion
and miscellaneous expenses.
Later...
We have to pay these right away!
Deduct it from my account!
Yes, but...
There's no more money in your account!
All 30,000 taels are gone?
Yes, we have already advanced
1,000 taels!
Please take a look!
What's this coffin for?
You're forgetful, sir!
You promised to buy that
for her mother!
What about the nunnery?
That's your donation.
We'll do this later!
Yes!
Miss Su, you must tell him
some of these must be settled soon
plus the money we have advanced.
Alright...
If we go on like this.
Let alone 30,000 taels.
Even 300,000 taels is not enough!
If you don't mind me...
Don't say things like that...
Listen, if you don't mind me.
You should buy me off from my mother
I can go anywhere with you
once I'm free.
This place is a black hole
I'll speak to her.
I already told you.
This is no way to spend your money.
I have an idea.
If you want to buy her freedom
it'll only cost you 3,000 taels!
Fine!
Please send this letter home for me.
Once I get the money, I'll pay you!
But that won't help
your situation now.
We have advanced money to you
you must do something.
Alright!
We're very tight
we cannot live like we used to.
We must use sparingly!
Dinner is ready!
Let's eat!
Yes!
What is this?
Mother said things are tight
we must cut down on expenses!
This is ridiculous!
Don't argue with her!
This is insulting!
I must speak with her!
Alright...
Buy some stewed meat and wine
I'll pay you later.
Don't get upset over this.
She knows nothing but money.
Once we get the money
we'll leave here at once!
From here to my hometown
it'll take at least 2 months!
How can we stand this?
I'll think of a way.
Don't worry! Time goes fast!
What should we do?
Think for us.
Where do you think
our money come from?
From the customers!
You have customers waiting
yet you choose this poor fellow
for how long?
I'm married to him.
How can I entertain customers?
Don't mention his name!
He's taken you and eating off of us!
Be fair.
He has spent a lot of money here!
How can you say that about him?
That's not true!
He spent his money willingly.
No one took advantage of him!
Go tell him
he must pay to live here!
We're running a business,
not a charity.
Don't go too far!
Master Wang
has already sent for money.
Once he gets it, he'll pay you!
Miss.
That was over a month ago!
How much longer must we wait?
Shen Yan Lin is coming tomorrow.
You better go entertain him
I won't do it!
Don't be unreasonable.
It's useless talking to you!
You bitch! I'll show you!
Fine! Show me!
That's enough!
What?
What's going on?
What's wrong with her?
Nothing! They had an argument!
About what?
Don't play dumb!
You have no worry.
You have a place to sleep and a wife.
Fine...
What about us?
What do you mean?
Like what I said.
We're running a business here.
Alright! I'll pay you...
How?
Fine!
Later!
You must think of a way.
Brothels don't take credit!
This is ridiculous!
No use talking to him.
Don't get all riled up.
You're here! How are you?
Fine... is the young master home?
Inside...
Yes!
Your sister gave specific instructions
you must go home at once.
Where's the money?
She gave me 50 taels of silver
for your traveling expenses.
That's not enough!
I need money to buy Su San's freedom.
You better go home with him
I'll wait for you.
No way!
She's right!
Shut up! Don't worry!
I won't leave until I set you free!
Master...
Go back, I know what I'm doing.
It's actually a small sum
but your father has written me.
He specifically told me
not to lend you money
I think you better go home.
But I made a promise!
I must pay her ransom.
You have fun at a brothel
but you shouldn't take it
too seriously.
Uncle
I'm sorry I can't help you!
What's going on?
What are you doing?
Don't you recognize me?
I'm Master Wang.
We have instructions
not to let you in.
Go away!
Playing rough?
Get lost!
Customer!
Master Shen is here!
You haven't been here for a while!
I've been away!
I heard Wang is gone.
Yes!
How is Su San?
Still a bit upset!
Master Shen!
How are you?
Fine, thank you.
Su San is sick, go look in on her!
Yes!
This way!
Please!
This way.
Did Wang build this garden?
Yes!
He's a fool to squander his money
like this!
You're eating the rice he cooked.
But he had the first bite!
This way...
Not bad!
Please have a seat
I'll go fetch her.
Sit.
Su San.
You have a visitor.
Who is it?
Go see for yourself!
Is it Master Wang?
Take a look.
How are you?
Sorry, Master Shen!
I cannot entertain you!
What's with you?
Master Shen came to visit you
how can you say this?
I told you
I'm not entertaining anymore.
You're rebellious
I'll show you who's in charge!
I know
I've known that since I was 8.
You bitch!
She's upset, I'll come again.
Master Shen, please forgive her!
Don't worry!
I'll fix this right away
or else I'll go out of business!
What's with you?
What's your hurry?
What are you doing here?
I'm delivering melon seeds.
Don't rile her up,
she's already upset!
My apologies, Master Shen!
Miss Su!
Leave me alone!
It's me!
Who is it?
Jin.
They're forcing you to entertain?
I saw Master Wang.
He's still here?
Yes! It's so worrisome!
Where is he?
"Kwun's Temple."
Over there!
Hurry! I'll stand guard outside!
Sir...
Sir
I've been wronged.
Relaying the story
in front of Guan Wang.
Since I met Master Wang.
We've been in love.
He's broke and roams the streets
I can barely sleep and eat
I feel like I've been stabbed
in the heart.
Please have mercy.
Let me see him again
I'll even die...
Master Wang!
Su San.
You have suffered.
Don't...
Look at me!
Who do you take me for?
What's with you?
It's dawn already!
Miss Su.
Miss Su.
It's dawn already! You must go!
I must go now!
Su San...
Hurry!
Buy some clothes with this
and go home!
I can't take your money
I'm yours, let alone my money!
You must hurry back!
Our business is not that good.
It's the end of the year,
we have no customers!
What's with you?
Shen Yan Lin was here today.
He's still after Su San.
We'll make her entertain him
while she's still worth something.
Alright! Let's do it!
We'll ask Shen Yan Lin to wait.
She'll never agree.
We'll use force!
I don't think so.
She's our cash-cow.
We'll have to milk her.
Go home if you're not feeling well.
Take Zhang's carriage.
Be careful!
Yes!
Stop...
Stop...
Stop...
Sit down!
Sit down!
Where are we?
This won't do...
Master Shen...
Where are we going?
I'm taking you home
I've already redeemed you.
Redeemed?
How come I don't know of it?
I paid 1,000 taels for you
I'm taking you home to Shanxi with me!
Master Shen, you know
I'm married to Wang Jin Long.
He's been gone for 6 months
without a word!
He has forgotten about you!
He wouldn't!
Please take me back!
I just got you out of a living hell
I can't send you back!
Besides, I paid 1,000 taels for you!
Get in!
Get in! Come on!
I'll go back if you won't take me!
Let go!
Look at you!
Come on, get up!
Master Shen
I belong to Master Wang
I won't go with you.
Don't be silly!
Wang Jin Long doesn't want you!
If he wants me, I'll go with him.
If not, I'll go back to Fu Chun Yuan.
Even if you go back there
they won't take you in. Let's go!
Let go of me!
How dare you resist?
Don't push me! I'll kill myself!
Don't be silly!
Wake up! Su San!
Su San... wake up!
Wake up!
"Model of Morale."
What's the matter?
I thought I saw the young master.
Where?
Over there!
You're seeing things
because you miss him!
No!
Stop this nonsense! Let's go in!
Young Master!
You're back!
Wang Ding!
Brother...
Sisters...
Let's go inside!
Yes!
Where have you been?
Why didn't you write us?
You may go!
Let's go see father!
He can't go in yet!
The old master said...
He has disowned you.
He'll beat you!
How about this...
wait in your room first.
Master, the young mistresses are here!
Father!
Sit down!
How are you?
Getting weaker
I think it won't be long now.
Don't say these things!
It's not a taboo
I'm indifferent to death.
Father...
I summon you here to tell you
I've split my fortune in half.
Here's the account.
You need not fight over it
when I'm gone.
Everything is listed here.
There's no rush for this.
Besides, you should split it 3 ways.
Yes, what about Jin Long?
Who?
Our brother Jin Long.
Yes, what about him...
I've already disowned him.
I have no heir!
Even though he has been so senseless.
He'll regret if eventually.
He'll come home sooner or later.
If he sets foot in this house
I'll banish him just the same.
Nothing is better than a prodigal son
who returns.
He'll learn from his mistakes.
If he comes back
he'll turn over a new leaf.
He won't come back!
Father!
I'm back!
Jin Long...
You fool!
Father!
Father...
I'm sorry, father!
Banish this fool!
Please calm down!
Please sit!
Father!
Wang Ding, fetch me the stick.
Yes, sir!
Why are you still standing there?
Yes, but...
The young master is weak...
Nonsense!
Father, please calm down!
Father!
Don't defend him
I must teach him a lesson today!
Father!
Father...
Take care of yourself, father!
Anger is most harmful!
He is indeed unworthy;
But considering the fact that...
mother was sick before he was born
and died in childbirth.
On her death bed
she pitied him.
If you beat him
mother will be displeased.
Father!
For mother's sake
beat us instead.
Such retribution!
"Hong Dong County."
Sir.
Take the luggage inside.
Yes...
You're back, Sir!
She's not feeling well,
help her inside!
Madam...
Wake up, Master Zhao!
I'm telling you...
What is it?
Stop fooling around!
The old master is back!
What?
The old fool is here!
Where?
Outside!
Master.
Where is Madam?
In her room.
Move those cases here!
I'm back!
Coming!
Take things as they come.
Compared to Fu Chun Yuan
this is at least a change of pace!
Take a rest!
I'm telling you
if you touch me again
I'll kill myself!
Don't lose your temper!
You'll meet Madam Pi soon
you'll have to...
What?
Say hello to her!
Go on! Say hello!
Were you sleeping?
What is this?
Su San is my concubine.
Say hello to madam.
Go on!
I've been with you all my life
have I done you wrong?
No!
What is this then?
She's here to serve you!
I don't have such luck!
Don't be like this!
I'll make her move if you wish.
That's too easy for you!
You think, without me
you can do as you please out there?
Listen...
Come out!
He brought someone home?
What do you have in mind?
I'll put her in the storeroom for now
I'm heartbroken.
The night is cold and long.
The night is over but not my sorrow.
The oil is gone but not my tears.
I grin and bear all sufferings.
Brace myself for the torture.
Don't know when it will end.
Worried about never seeing him again.
Your ginseng tea, Master!
Bring it to the young master!
Yes!
Ginseng tea, sir!
Congratulations!
Your son Wang Jin Long
came in first
in the imperial examination.
He's personally named by the Emperor!
Congratulations!
Good...
Who is it?
Chun Jin, it's me!
You gave me a scare!
Who was it?
Su San.
She scared me to death lurking around!
Su San.
Open up! I must speak with you!
Wait till tomorrow!
Su San.
I know you don't want to stay here
I'll take you away tomorrow.
Give me some rat poison!
Yes!
Bring this to her!
I'm scared, madam!
Go on!
Madam...
Go!
I'm telling you.
We're in this together.
You won't get away!
She saw us the other night.
If she tells the old fool...
think about his.
We'll be in trouble if word gets out!
If she eats this...
that's even bigger trouble!
Just go, you little bitch!
Listen, if we don't kill her
we can't rest.
Besides, when the old fool dies
we'll split his fortune.
With her around, there'll be trouble.
But...
Just go!
Madam...
Go! Coming!
What is it?
Fix me something, I'm hungry!
Alright!
You're not feeling well.
Madam sends you some noodles!
Thank you, but I have no appetite!
You must eat if you're ill!
Eat it while it's hot!
Master!
Is she ill?
Are you alright?
I'll send for a doctor.
No! That's not necessary!
Why aren't you eating?
No appetite!
Don't let it get cold!
Leave it if you can't eat!
I'll eat it!
What's the matter?
Help!
What is it?
It's Master Shen...
Your heartless bitch!
You murdered him!
No, I didn't...
You won't get away!
Fetch the magistrate!
"Justice."
Madam Pi, how dare you!
You sent the poisoned noodles
and you accused Su San!
Tell me the truth!
Magistrate.
Don't listen to Su San.
She hates my husband
so she commits this heinous crime!
Please redress the injustice!
I've been wrongly accused!
Take them in custody.
We'll investigate! Court is adjourned!
Sir, I've been wronged!
Please listen...
I'm the plaintiff.
I have a wonderful book.
Please pass it on to the Magistrate.
Indeed, this is wonderful.
Rewards make me uneasy.
What can I do for you?
Madam Pi is innocent
in the Shen murder.
Please do your best
to help the Magistrate
come to a verdict!
Please...
Will you confess, Su San?
I have nothing to confess.
Torture her!
She passed out!
Wake her up!
Yes!
Confess, Su San!
Let me speak!
Go ahead!
A few nights ago
I saw Madam Pi and Chun Jin
conspiring with scholar Zhao!
You should confess to
murdering Shen Yan Lin
not accusing others! Guards!
Yes!
Pinching torture!
Yes!
Let me speak!
Will you confess!
I've been framed!
Torture her!
Yes!
I'll confess, sir!
Let her go!
Make her sign!
Yes!
Sign!
It's her!
Shameless!
Silence...
Greetings, Magistrate!
Greetings, Magistrate!
Remove the shackle!
Yes!
According to the verdict of
Hong Dong county
the accused will be dismembered.
Take her in custody!
Execution after the fall!
Court is adjourned!
Adjourned!
By virtue of the Emperor's edict.
Wang Jin Long
is on an imperial inspection.
He'll be awarded the Imperial Sword.
That'll be all!
Long live His Majesty!
It's late, you should get some rest!
"Death by dismemberment."
Young master...
Inspector...
Magistrates from the Civil Services
are here.
Send them in!
Yes!
This way!
Greetings, Inspector!
Greetings!
Please sit down!
I've just arrived
I need your advice.
Don't mention it!
If you need anything
I'll be happy to oblige!
How's the local condition?
People are simple and honest,
they live in peace!
The administration needs improvement.
Any reforms rely heavily on you, sir!
You flatter me!
I've been presented with these cases
have you read them?
Roughly...
Yes!
This murder case in Hong Dong county
is there an inside story?
It's concluded!
There's a petition from the accused
have you read it?
It's a matter of formality!
In that case
I'd like to re-open the case
to gain experience.
Please sit in on this with me.
Call the court to order tomorrow!
This is a minor case
we can do this later!
We should always start from
something small.
Indeed, you are most wise!
"Inspection Ministry."
"Justice."
Bring in the accused!
Silence!
Su San is here!
Remove the shackle!
Greetings!
Lift your head!
San...
Su San, regarding the case
what do you have to say for yourself?
I have a petition
I've seen it.
Let me speak!
Go ahead!
I was orphaned
and sold to a brothel at 7
I've suffered.
Met a patron named Wang.
He was...
Go on!
His father was a former
Civil Office Minister.
Before me and the Imperial Inspector
you're free to speak.
Don't hesitate!
I...
Nothing!
Go on!
He paid 3,000 taels
for my first night.
We were sent into the room
I truly loved Master Wang
and was sad
inside the wedding chamber.
Buying my first night
is not a proper marriage.
A fling will not last long.
Master Wang read my mind.
We bowed to Heaven and Earth again
and renewed our vows.
We were like real husband and wife.
This guy is a romantic.
Senseless fool!
I was referring to Master Wang.
He lived at the brothel for 3 years
built a mansion and bought
all sorts of gifts.
Wining and dinning day and night.
He would not listen to me.
He squandered 36,000 taels.
The bawd turned hostile
and he finally knew about snobbery.
He put aside his pride
and tried to borrow money
his fair weather friends
turned a deaf ear.
The bawd was ruthless.
When he failed to borrow money.
And returned to the brothel.
The bawd banished him
on a cold December day.
He was broke and became a beggar.
Stop!
Sir...
I'm asking about the murder case
why are you going on
about the brothel?
We should start from the small things.
Go on!
This is a matter of life and death.
When I was arrested.
Scholar Zhao bribed the magistrate
and the district office of
Hong Dong county!
I was tortured
until I confessed.
The magistrate of Tai Yuan
did not care
he upheld the verdict
I've been falsely accused.
You made a confession
about murdering Shen Yan Lin.
How can you recant your testimony?
I have inside information!
She has inside information!
Inside information!
How do you know?
She said so herself!
Go on!
The magistrate of Hong Dong
took the bribe
beat a confession out of me!
Stop!
Do you have proof?
No... it's only hearsay!
How dare you
accuse an imperial officer? Guards!
Yes!
Slap her!
Yes!
Wait!
Minister Liu!
Stop! Yes, Inspector?
Let's find out more about the bribe!
Inspector.
Don't listen to her story.
My duty is to reverse unjust verdicts.
As a head of the Civil Service.
The magistrate of Hong Dong county
is my subordinate.
What do you think?
In my humble opinion.
We should uphold the verdict.
Su San should be dismembered.
What about you, Minister Pan?
In my opinion
I agree with Minister Liu.
I disagree.
Let's decide after
a thorough investigation.
Take her back to jail!
Inspector!
Court will reconvene! Adjourned!
Adjourned!
Silence!
Su San, you have visitor.
Su San!
Jin Long!
Why are you...
You've suffered!
Seeing you again
is worth all the sufferings!
Kneel!
How can you believe her story
and accuse me without any proof?
How dare you quibble!
See for yourself!
I'm innocent!
Zhao Ang has confessed.
How dare you deny it? Pinchers!
Yes!
Will you confess?
Yes!
Let her go!
Yes!
Make her sign!
Madam Pi & Zhao Ang
conspired to poison Shen Yan Lin.
Sentence to dismemberment!
Chun Jin sentenced to 3 years in jail
as accessory.
Magistrate of Hong Dong county,
Wang Gui.
Removed from office for taking bribes.
Banished to Xinjiang.
I was negligent of my duties,
I beg your pardon!
Don't say that!
Please forgive me for offending you!
I admire your superb stratagem.
What about Su San?
We'll send her to a temple
for the time being.
Court is adjourned!
Adjourned!
"To: Minister Liu and Minister Pan"
Su San will be remembered
The lovers reunited
will never part again
A pot of jasmine tea.
Coming right up!
She is coming...
Look at that palanquin!
Which family is the lady from?
Lady? She's from a brothel!
A prostitute? Which one?
Fu Chun Yuan.
Lights!
What are you doing here?
Go in and have a look!
It's a brothel!
I know!
Peanuts! Melon seeds!
You're here early, sir!
Peanuts! Melon seeds!
This way please!
Wait on the customer!
This way please!
Please sit down!
Look after the customer!
I beg your pardon
is this your first visit here?
Your name, sir?
Wang.
Master Wang!
Please have some tea!
Please sit down!
Curtains!
Bao Lan, Yan Zhi.
Gui Hong, Cui Hong.
They're all here, sir!
What's your preference?
Which lady would you like?
Is Su San here?
Su San?
Yes...
I'd like to meet her.
Yes... but...
She's very popular.
You'll have to wait your turn.
Fine... I'll wait!
Would you like someone else
in the meantime?
No!
Please have a seat!
I'll fetch her.
Please!
Damn!
Bao Lan, House 2.
Stay a bit longer!
You're kicking me out!
Nonsense! Come again tomorrow!
You're a coward if you don't show!
Make a reservation!
Alright!
Go in! There's nothing to see!
Bao Lan, go there now!
This one is angry, do something!
If your father finds out
you've been here, it'll be disastrous!
Young Master!
Don't make a fuss!
Customer!
Can you lower your voice?
Sure!
Mother!
Any business today?
The too early for the usuals,
no new ones either.
What's your problem?
You have nose and eyes like her
you're plain lazy!
She's asking for a beating.
Stop crying!
Customer for Yan Zhi.
Wipe your tears!
Master Ning!
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year, Master Ning!
Where have you been,
you heartless wretch!
Don't say that! It's New Year's Eve!
Yan Zhi misses you!
She's on the verge on tears!
Here I am, baby! Let's go!
Master Shen is here!
Master Shen!
Have a drink with Su San?
No! I'll be leaving soon!
Take him to the back!
Want some melon seeds, sir?
How about candy?
Want to try your luck?
I get it!
You've been stood up!
Let me sing for you!
Can you sing?
My bamboo clapper is loud and clear.
Please listen carefully, sir!
You'll forget your troubles
in Fu Chun Yuan.
The ladies appear at your beck
and call.
Everyone prettier than ever.
Prettier than the Moon Goddess.
Prettier than Zhao Fei Yan
and Yang Yu Huan.
You'll have your way
as long as you pay.
Not bad!
Well? Something for me?
Such a waste of time!
What?
Nothing!
So hard to make a living!
This is for you!
Sorry, I have no change.
No! Keep the change!
Really?
I must kowtow to you!
Please get up...
I'll give you this
I have no use for it!
Su San bids farewell.
You must come again!
Someone waiting in the West Chamber
I'm tired. I need a break!
Please go there now!
Just muddle through...
Alright...
Who was that?
The one with the leather hat?
You don't know him?
That's Master Shen Yan Lin.
No, I don't!
He's rich!
You must come again!
Master, let's go!
I'll wait!
I'll wait with you!
Have some melon seeds!
Leave it there!
Why?
Just do it!
Miss Su bids farewell!
I'll come for you again!
But don't be like last time
and fake illness!
I wouldn't dare!
Don't worry! I'll be here!
Someone's been waiting all day
for you!
New customer?
Never seen him before!
Get rid of him!
What?
Say something nice.
They're still our patrons.
Alright!
More wine!
Yes!
What did he say?
Su San has turned in for the night!
They want you to leave!
That's ridiculous!
Master, let's go!
It's ridiculous!
They're such fools
ousting a big spender like you!
Let me go talk to them!
Miss Su, you must meet him!
What is this?
Please sit for a while!
I barely had a break!
Why must you fawn on him?
He's a lavish spender!
He looks wealthy.
Looks is not everything!
It can be deceiving!
Just go and say hello.
Come meet Master Wang...
Master Wang, this is Su San.
Master Wang.
Sorry to keep you waiting!
Sorry.
Here's the tea money!
Goodbye!
Su San is here, why are you leaving?
See him out!
She's nothing special!
300 taels!
Sir...
Please stay a bit longer!
Have a drink with Su San!
No! I'll come back some other time!
Come here, Su San!
Come here!
What's with you today?
Come!
Sorry, sir!
I'm so sorry!
That's ridiculous!
Sorry to keep you waiting!
She's nothing special!
What's wrong, sir?
Nothing!
We've collected all the debts
36,000 taels of silver.
Please check the accounts.
Leave them over there!
Your father wants us home at once.
Let's leave the day after tomorrow.
Fine!
What is it?
An invitation for your master.
You may go!
An invitation, sir!
"You're cordially invited
to a farewell dinner.
Sincerely, Liu Zi Mei"
I'm indebted to your kindness.
You flatter me
with this farewell dinner.
Just a simple dinner,
hope you like it!
Certainly!
A toast to you.
Wishing you a pleasant journey.
Thank you.
Master.
Master Wang.
Sir?
Do you have any lady friend?
Lady friend?
Summon her to liven the party
I seldom visit brothels.
With your standing.
You must have a girl or two.
There's a Su San...
I've met her once.
Su San from Fu Chun Yuan.
Su San!
Yes!
I've been meaning to meet her!
Let's take this opportunity
and have a nice gathering!
It'll be an honor for my humble home!
Let's play a drinker's wager game.
What do you think?
Sure...
Name the subject.
If I may...
Yes!
I'll take the liberty...
Temples!
The auspicious Xiang Mei Temple.
The auspicious Xiang Mei Temple.
Where the Huang Chao Uprising
took place.
The monk could not escape.
He hid inside a tree
but was stabbed nonetheless.
Heaps of gold
at Golden Mountain Temple.
The ruthless monk Fa Hai
held Xu Xian captive.
The green snake
summoned the marine troops.
The white snake flooded the temple
with spells.
Gan Lu Temple.
Liu Bei is sized up at Gan Lu Temple.
The sex trap went awry.
Master Qiao made a match.
Sun Zhong Mou suffered a double loss.
The sanctity of Ling Yin Temple.
There lived a monk named Ji Dian.
He was not a vegetarian.
Meat and wine were his favorite.
He won't worship and he won't pray.
The good was rewarded
at Bao En Temple.
There lived a monk named Hai
who was involved with Pan Qiao Yun.
He was killed by Shi Xiu in a fit
went to hell without his head.
Peaches are red, plums are white.
White Pagoda Temple.
White Pagoda Temple...
White Pagoda Temple
has a white pagoda.
Such a white pagoda.
Sorry, I can't go on
I'm lost for words.
How about...
No! This won't do...
I get it...
Whiter than snow.
Whiter than cabbage.
White than your lovely face.
Just like...
No! Drink up!
Alright...
Let's drink with him!
Come on...
Su San is here.
Please have a seat over there
next to Master Wang.
Please sit down.
Master Fan, your turn.
Very well!
Hurry!
Good things go in pairs,
Twin Pagoda Temple.
A pair of pagodas
at Twin Pagoda Temple.
Home for nuns and not for monks.
All you monks please hurry here.
Pair up with the nuns.
Amitabha!
Amitabha!
Temple of Salvation
liberates mortal souls.
There lived a scholar named Zhang.
Rendezvous with Miss Cui
in the West Chamber.
Infuriating the old lady.
Poor Hong Niang got the beating.
Prosperous business in Long Fu Temple.
Long Fu Temple.
Worshipping at Long Fu Temple.
He came for the girl
and not for Buddha.
For the first cup of tea.
He left 300 taels of silver.
Who has committed such a sin
to sire such an unworthy son.
Even with a huge fortune.
He'll squander it away!
Su San.
Someone is here to see you!
Who is it?
Go see for yourself!
Look who's here!
Master Wang.
Miss Su.
You two have a chat.
Excuse me, Master Wang.
Please sit down!
Sit!
Some tea?
Yes!
You first!
No, please go ahead!
Please pardon my manners
the other day.
No. I was rude, please forgive me!
I'm here to apologize
I hope you'll forgive me!
I'm leaving for Nanjing today
I came to say goodbye!
Are you scalded?
Never mind...
Master, it's late. We should leave!
Alright!
I'll take my leave now!
Sir!
Master!
I'm coming! Go!
Have a safe trip!
Master Wang!
Here's the bill!
Yes!
The porters are ready.
When are you leaving?
Right away!
Yes!
All set! Let's go, Master!
I'm staying!
Why?
No reason!
This way!
Wait on Master Wang!
Coming...
This way please!
Just as I expected! He's back!
Don't let him get away again!
Don't worry!
Who would you like?
Is Su San here?
Yes! I'll fetch her!
She's out!
Su San is out today!
Master Wang.
Su San went out!
I'm so forgetful!
I'll wait!
I'm afraid that's not possible.
Others are waiting.
The young Master Jiang, Minister Liu.
And also...
And Minister Zhou.
Yes, Minister Zhou
and the Queen's brother.
Minister He is hosting
a dinner tonight.
It'll be dawn before she's available!
Yes, it'll be dawn!
Then I'll leave!
Please stay a while!
No, I'll be back tomorrow!
She's not available either.
She's very popular.
Everyone likes her.
They spend money
like pouring out water.
Yet she still doesn't think much
of anyone.
Master Wang.
Yes?
Are you leaving?
Take Master Shen for instance.
He has hosted many parties here
and spent a lot of money.
At least 2,000 taels
before she finally notices him.
She's all for appearances.
Then I'll host one for her!
Very well...
She needs persuading.
I'll speak with her!
Thank you.
Don't mention it.
Young master is pleased
to host a party for the lady.
Everyone having a good time.
Song and dance to go with the wine.
A wager's game on this side.
Coquettish manner on the other.
It's fun being in a brothel
he was beside himself!
Let's have a drink!
Thank you!
Uncle!
Let's drink up!
Longevity and wealth...
May I have a word with you?
What is it?
Minister Jiang has sent for me!
I'm asking for your permission.
What? Must you go?
I'm sorry!
He's also a good customer!
I'm very sorry!
Gentlemen,
Su San will take her leave now!
Sorry...
How can she leave now?
This party is for her!
You can't go!
No!
Minister Jiang has summoned her.
Please let her go, sir!
That's not right!
I met him on the way here.
He's been summoned by the Emperor!
Minister Liu, please understand...
Please eat some more!
Please...
Have a drink...
You have one too!
I'm older than you
and more experienced
in this sort of thing.
This can't go on!
I'd like your advice!
I heard you paid 300 taels
on your first visit
and this feast is extravagant.
If you're serious about Su San
I'd like to help you
I'd appreciate that!
I'll arrange for you to claim her!
Claim her?
You're an honest fellow.
It means to pay a lump sum
for her first night!
You mean marry her?
It won't be easy!
Let me handle this!
"Closing for wedding banquet."
On this joyous occasion.
The ladies are busy entertaining.
Old friends and new all gathered here.
To witness the pairing of the lovers.
To witness the pairing of the lovers.
One is beautiful.
One is in love.
One is infatuated.
One is drowned in self-pity.
What is this?
A weigh.
To measure your happiness!
Why are you so sad?
Silently crying to the bridal candles.
Is something troubling you?
Or do you love someone else?
My parents died when I was 7.
I spent 9 years in a brothel
I have been tortured
in order to keep my chastity.
We hardly know each other
I'm afraid our marriage doesn't hold.
You're worried about this?
Don't cry and don't be sad.
We'll reaffirm our marriage vows.
We bow to Heaven as our witness.
We bow to Earth as our proof.
We bow to our ancestors
to affirm our status.
You're my wife.
We'll grow old together.
We'll grow old together.
Go away!
Everything is here, master!
Please check the accounts!
This is for...
Shop owner, take over for me!
Yes!
Anything else, sir?
Nothing!
Then I'm leaving!
You have money?
Yes!
Master Wang, please go upstairs
for dim sum!
Very well...
You may go!
Yes!
Young Master!
Take care of yourself!
I will.
Eat something before you leave!
What are you looking at? Move!
Go.
What are you doing?
You gave me a scare!
Wining and dining day and night.
Without a care in the world.
Giving out embroidered fabric
pearls and jade.
Spending like there's no tomorrow.
Did you just arrive?
Take her to Da Niang!
This is for me?
I always work hard for you!
What do you think?
Come here!
How old is she?
Tell Da Niang!
I'm 7.
Have some peanuts!
Take some!
Sit down and eat!
Will there be trouble?
Of course not!
What about her family?
Just her mother
who's sick and ignorant.
How much?
10 taels of silver.
It's a deal!
I'll go now!
Stay a bit longer!
No, you wait here!
Your mother will come for you later!
No!
You may eat here!
I want to go home!
Yes, after dinner!
Please don't leave me!
Be a good girl and behave!
I want to go home!
I'll show you something!
Little bitch!
Don't get stubborn with me!
I'll show you...
I want to go home!
I'll beat you, you little bitch!
You're never going home!
Didn't find anything you like?
Did someone bully you?
What's the matter?
I can't stay here anymore!
Let's move!
She's right!
You're the son of a former minister.
You can't stay here forever
I'll have the shop owner
help you find another place.
Master Liu.
We have an empty lot in the back.
Build a mansion there
we can look out for each other.
You can live there
and enjoy your privacy.
Very well!
Don't!
That's too extravagant!
It's alright...
I'll have to trouble you
on this matter.
Of course...
Look at this, Master!
We'll build 2 wings.
Flowers grown along the pavilion.
Footpath laden with cobblestones.
Bamboo along the lotus pond.
Picturesque scenery.
The dissolute gentleman
has no worries.
The couple is happy as can be.
We'll drink to the spring flowers
in bloom.
We'll listen to music
in the summer wind.
We'll enjoy the autumn moon.
We'll chat around the fire in winter.
We'll travel around
and enjoy the landscape.
We'll be true to each other forever.
We'll live happily ever after.
We'll live happily ever after.
Live happily ever after.
Check!
What a move!
Sir! Miss!
Have a seat!
Yes!
About the cost for the mansion
and miscellaneous expenses.
Later...
We have to pay these right away!
Deduct it from my account!
Yes, but...
There's no more money in your account!
All 30,000 taels are gone?
Yes, we have already advanced
1,000 taels!
Please take a look!
What's this coffin for?
You're forgetful, sir!
You promised to buy that
for her mother!
What about the nunnery?
That's your donation.
We'll do this later!
Yes!
Miss Su, you must tell him
some of these must be settled soon
plus the money we have advanced.
Alright...
If we go on like this.
Let alone 30,000 taels.
Even 300,000 taels is not enough!
If you don't mind me...
Don't say things like that...
Listen, if you don't mind me.
You should buy me off from my mother
I can go anywhere with you
once I'm free.
This place is a black hole
I'll speak to her.
I already told you.
This is no way to spend your money.
I have an idea.
If you want to buy her freedom
it'll only cost you 3,000 taels!
Fine!
Please send this letter home for me.
Once I get the money, I'll pay you!
But that won't help
your situation now.
We have advanced money to you
you must do something.
Alright!
We're very tight
we cannot live like we used to.
We must use sparingly!
Dinner is ready!
Let's eat!
Yes!
What is this?
Mother said things are tight
we must cut down on expenses!
This is ridiculous!
Don't argue with her!
This is insulting!
I must speak with her!
Alright...
Buy some stewed meat and wine
I'll pay you later.
Don't get upset over this.
She knows nothing but money.
Once we get the money
we'll leave here at once!
From here to my hometown
it'll take at least 2 months!
How can we stand this?
I'll think of a way.
Don't worry! Time goes fast!
What should we do?
Think for us.
Where do you think
our money come from?
From the customers!
You have customers waiting
yet you choose this poor fellow
for how long?
I'm married to him.
How can I entertain customers?
Don't mention his name!
He's taken you and eating off of us!
Be fair.
He has spent a lot of money here!
How can you say that about him?
That's not true!
He spent his money willingly.
No one took advantage of him!
Go tell him
he must pay to live here!
We're running a business,
not a charity.
Don't go too far!
Master Wang
has already sent for money.
Once he gets it, he'll pay you!
Miss.
That was over a month ago!
How much longer must we wait?
Shen Yan Lin is coming tomorrow.
You better go entertain him
I won't do it!
Don't be unreasonable.
It's useless talking to you!
You bitch! I'll show you!
Fine! Show me!
That's enough!
What?
What's going on?
What's wrong with her?
Nothing! They had an argument!
About what?
Don't play dumb!
You have no worry.
You have a place to sleep and a wife.
Fine...
What about us?
What do you mean?
Like what I said.
We're running a business here.
Alright! I'll pay you...
How?
Fine!
Later!
You must think of a way.
Brothels don't take credit!
This is ridiculous!
No use talking to him.
Don't get all riled up.
You're here! How are you?
Fine... is the young master home?
Inside...
Yes!
Your sister gave specific instructions
you must go home at once.
Where's the money?
She gave me 50 taels of silver
for your traveling expenses.
That's not enough!
I need money to buy Su San's freedom.
You better go home with him
I'll wait for you.
No way!
She's right!
Shut up! Don't worry!
I won't leave until I set you free!
Master...
Go back, I know what I'm doing.
It's actually a small sum
but your father has written me.
He specifically told me
not to lend you money
I think you better go home.
But I made a promise!
I must pay her ransom.
You have fun at a brothel
but you shouldn't take it
too seriously.
Uncle
I'm sorry I can't help you!
What's going on?
What are you doing?
Don't you recognize me?
I'm Master Wang.
We have instructions
not to let you in.
Go away!
Playing rough?
Get lost!
Customer!
Master Shen is here!
You haven't been here for a while!
I've been away!
I heard Wang is gone.
Yes!
How is Su San?
Still a bit upset!
Master Shen!
How are you?
Fine, thank you.
Su San is sick, go look in on her!
Yes!
This way!
Please!
This way.
Did Wang build this garden?
Yes!
He's a fool to squander his money
like this!
You're eating the rice he cooked.
But he had the first bite!
This way...
Not bad!
Please have a seat
I'll go fetch her.
Sit.
Su San.
You have a visitor.
Who is it?
Go see for yourself!
Is it Master Wang?
Take a look.
How are you?
Sorry, Master Shen!
I cannot entertain you!
What's with you?
Master Shen came to visit you
how can you say this?
I told you
I'm not entertaining anymore.
You're rebellious
I'll show you who's in charge!
I know
I've known that since I was 8.
You bitch!
She's upset, I'll come again.
Master Shen, please forgive her!
Don't worry!
I'll fix this right away
or else I'll go out of business!
What's with you?
What's your hurry?
What are you doing here?
I'm delivering melon seeds.
Don't rile her up,
she's already upset!
My apologies, Master Shen!
Miss Su!
Leave me alone!
It's me!
Who is it?
Jin.
They're forcing you to entertain?
I saw Master Wang.
He's still here?
Yes! It's so worrisome!
Where is he?
"Kwun's Temple."
Over there!
Hurry! I'll stand guard outside!
Sir...
Sir
I've been wronged.
Relaying the story
in front of Guan Wang.
Since I met Master Wang.
We've been in love.
He's broke and roams the streets
I can barely sleep and eat
I feel like I've been stabbed
in the heart.
Please have mercy.
Let me see him again
I'll even die...
Master Wang!
Su San.
You have suffered.
Don't...
Look at me!
Who do you take me for?
What's with you?
It's dawn already!
Miss Su.
Miss Su.
It's dawn already! You must go!
I must go now!
Su San...
Hurry!
Buy some clothes with this
and go home!
I can't take your money
I'm yours, let alone my money!
You must hurry back!
Our business is not that good.
It's the end of the year,
we have no customers!
What's with you?
Shen Yan Lin was here today.
He's still after Su San.
We'll make her entertain him
while she's still worth something.
Alright! Let's do it!
We'll ask Shen Yan Lin to wait.
She'll never agree.
We'll use force!
I don't think so.
She's our cash-cow.
We'll have to milk her.
Go home if you're not feeling well.
Take Zhang's carriage.
Be careful!
Yes!
Stop...
Stop...
Stop...
Sit down!
Sit down!
Where are we?
This won't do...
Master Shen...
Where are we going?
I'm taking you home
I've already redeemed you.
Redeemed?
How come I don't know of it?
I paid 1,000 taels for you
I'm taking you home to Shanxi with me!
Master Shen, you know
I'm married to Wang Jin Long.
He's been gone for 6 months
without a word!
He has forgotten about you!
He wouldn't!
Please take me back!
I just got you out of a living hell
I can't send you back!
Besides, I paid 1,000 taels for you!
Get in!
Get in! Come on!
I'll go back if you won't take me!
Let go!
Look at you!
Come on, get up!
Master Shen
I belong to Master Wang
I won't go with you.
Don't be silly!
Wang Jin Long doesn't want you!
If he wants me, I'll go with him.
If not, I'll go back to Fu Chun Yuan.
Even if you go back there
they won't take you in. Let's go!
Let go of me!
How dare you resist?
Don't push me! I'll kill myself!
Don't be silly!
Wake up! Su San!
Su San... wake up!
Wake up!
"Model of Morale."
What's the matter?
I thought I saw the young master.
Where?
Over there!
You're seeing things
because you miss him!
No!
Stop this nonsense! Let's go in!
Young Master!
You're back!
Wang Ding!
Brother...
Sisters...
Let's go inside!
Yes!
Where have you been?
Why didn't you write us?
You may go!
Let's go see father!
He can't go in yet!
The old master said...
He has disowned you.
He'll beat you!
How about this...
wait in your room first.
Master, the young mistresses are here!
Father!
Sit down!
How are you?
Getting weaker
I think it won't be long now.
Don't say these things!
It's not a taboo
I'm indifferent to death.
Father...
I summon you here to tell you
I've split my fortune in half.
Here's the account.
You need not fight over it
when I'm gone.
Everything is listed here.
There's no rush for this.
Besides, you should split it 3 ways.
Yes, what about Jin Long?
Who?
Our brother Jin Long.
Yes, what about him...
I've already disowned him.
I have no heir!
Even though he has been so senseless.
He'll regret if eventually.
He'll come home sooner or later.
If he sets foot in this house
I'll banish him just the same.
Nothing is better than a prodigal son
who returns.
He'll learn from his mistakes.
If he comes back
he'll turn over a new leaf.
He won't come back!
Father!
I'm back!
Jin Long...
You fool!
Father!
Father...
I'm sorry, father!
Banish this fool!
Please calm down!
Please sit!
Father!
Wang Ding, fetch me the stick.
Yes, sir!
Why are you still standing there?
Yes, but...
The young master is weak...
Nonsense!
Father, please calm down!
Father!
Don't defend him
I must teach him a lesson today!
Father!
Father...
Take care of yourself, father!
Anger is most harmful!
He is indeed unworthy;
But considering the fact that...
mother was sick before he was born
and died in childbirth.
On her death bed
she pitied him.
If you beat him
mother will be displeased.
Father!
For mother's sake
beat us instead.
Such retribution!
"Hong Dong County."
Sir.
Take the luggage inside.
Yes...
You're back, Sir!
She's not feeling well,
help her inside!
Madam...
Wake up, Master Zhao!
I'm telling you...
What is it?
Stop fooling around!
The old master is back!
What?
The old fool is here!
Where?
Outside!
Master.
Where is Madam?
In her room.
Move those cases here!
I'm back!
Coming!
Take things as they come.
Compared to Fu Chun Yuan
this is at least a change of pace!
Take a rest!
I'm telling you
if you touch me again
I'll kill myself!
Don't lose your temper!
You'll meet Madam Pi soon
you'll have to...
What?
Say hello to her!
Go on! Say hello!
Were you sleeping?
What is this?
Su San is my concubine.
Say hello to madam.
Go on!
I've been with you all my life
have I done you wrong?
No!
What is this then?
She's here to serve you!
I don't have such luck!
Don't be like this!
I'll make her move if you wish.
That's too easy for you!
You think, without me
you can do as you please out there?
Listen...
Come out!
He brought someone home?
What do you have in mind?
I'll put her in the storeroom for now
I'm heartbroken.
The night is cold and long.
The night is over but not my sorrow.
The oil is gone but not my tears.
I grin and bear all sufferings.
Brace myself for the torture.
Don't know when it will end.
Worried about never seeing him again.
Your ginseng tea, Master!
Bring it to the young master!
Yes!
Ginseng tea, sir!
Congratulations!
Your son Wang Jin Long
came in first
in the imperial examination.
He's personally named by the Emperor!
Congratulations!
Good...
Who is it?
Chun Jin, it's me!
You gave me a scare!
Who was it?
Su San.
She scared me to death lurking around!
Su San.
Open up! I must speak with you!
Wait till tomorrow!
Su San.
I know you don't want to stay here
I'll take you away tomorrow.
Give me some rat poison!
Yes!
Bring this to her!
I'm scared, madam!
Go on!
Madam...
Go!
I'm telling you.
We're in this together.
You won't get away!
She saw us the other night.
If she tells the old fool...
think about his.
We'll be in trouble if word gets out!
If she eats this...
that's even bigger trouble!
Just go, you little bitch!
Listen, if we don't kill her
we can't rest.
Besides, when the old fool dies
we'll split his fortune.
With her around, there'll be trouble.
But...
Just go!
Madam...
Go! Coming!
What is it?
Fix me something, I'm hungry!
Alright!
You're not feeling well.
Madam sends you some noodles!
Thank you, but I have no appetite!
You must eat if you're ill!
Eat it while it's hot!
Master!
Is she ill?
Are you alright?
I'll send for a doctor.
No! That's not necessary!
Why aren't you eating?
No appetite!
Don't let it get cold!
Leave it if you can't eat!
I'll eat it!
What's the matter?
Help!
What is it?
It's Master Shen...
Your heartless bitch!
You murdered him!
No, I didn't...
You won't get away!
Fetch the magistrate!
"Justice."
Madam Pi, how dare you!
You sent the poisoned noodles
and you accused Su San!
Tell me the truth!
Magistrate.
Don't listen to Su San.
She hates my husband
so she commits this heinous crime!
Please redress the injustice!
I've been wrongly accused!
Take them in custody.
We'll investigate! Court is adjourned!
Sir, I've been wronged!
Please listen...
I'm the plaintiff.
I have a wonderful book.
Please pass it on to the Magistrate.
Indeed, this is wonderful.
Rewards make me uneasy.
What can I do for you?
Madam Pi is innocent
in the Shen murder.
Please do your best
to help the Magistrate
come to a verdict!
Please...
Will you confess, Su San?
I have nothing to confess.
Torture her!
She passed out!
Wake her up!
Yes!
Confess, Su San!
Let me speak!
Go ahead!
A few nights ago
I saw Madam Pi and Chun Jin
conspiring with scholar Zhao!
You should confess to
murdering Shen Yan Lin
not accusing others! Guards!
Yes!
Pinching torture!
Yes!
Let me speak!
Will you confess!
I've been framed!
Torture her!
Yes!
I'll confess, sir!
Let her go!
Make her sign!
Yes!
Sign!
It's her!
Shameless!
Silence...
Greetings, Magistrate!
Greetings, Magistrate!
Remove the shackle!
Yes!
According to the verdict of
Hong Dong county
the accused will be dismembered.
Take her in custody!
Execution after the fall!
Court is adjourned!
Adjourned!
By virtue of the Emperor's edict.
Wang Jin Long
is on an imperial inspection.
He'll be awarded the Imperial Sword.
That'll be all!
Long live His Majesty!
It's late, you should get some rest!
"Death by dismemberment."
Young master...
Inspector...
Magistrates from the Civil Services
are here.
Send them in!
Yes!
This way!
Greetings, Inspector!
Greetings!
Please sit down!
I've just arrived
I need your advice.
Don't mention it!
If you need anything
I'll be happy to oblige!
How's the local condition?
People are simple and honest,
they live in peace!
The administration needs improvement.
Any reforms rely heavily on you, sir!
You flatter me!
I've been presented with these cases
have you read them?
Roughly...
Yes!
This murder case in Hong Dong county
is there an inside story?
It's concluded!
There's a petition from the accused
have you read it?
It's a matter of formality!
In that case
I'd like to re-open the case
to gain experience.
Please sit in on this with me.
Call the court to order tomorrow!
This is a minor case
we can do this later!
We should always start from
something small.
Indeed, you are most wise!
"Inspection Ministry."
"Justice."
Bring in the accused!
Silence!
Su San is here!
Remove the shackle!
Greetings!
Lift your head!
San...
Su San, regarding the case
what do you have to say for yourself?
I have a petition
I've seen it.
Let me speak!
Go ahead!
I was orphaned
and sold to a brothel at 7
I've suffered.
Met a patron named Wang.
He was...
Go on!
His father was a former
Civil Office Minister.
Before me and the Imperial Inspector
you're free to speak.
Don't hesitate!
I...
Nothing!
Go on!
He paid 3,000 taels
for my first night.
We were sent into the room
I truly loved Master Wang
and was sad
inside the wedding chamber.
Buying my first night
is not a proper marriage.
A fling will not last long.
Master Wang read my mind.
We bowed to Heaven and Earth again
and renewed our vows.
We were like real husband and wife.
This guy is a romantic.
Senseless fool!
I was referring to Master Wang.
He lived at the brothel for 3 years
built a mansion and bought
all sorts of gifts.
Wining and dinning day and night.
He would not listen to me.
He squandered 36,000 taels.
The bawd turned hostile
and he finally knew about snobbery.
He put aside his pride
and tried to borrow money
his fair weather friends
turned a deaf ear.
The bawd was ruthless.
When he failed to borrow money.
And returned to the brothel.
The bawd banished him
on a cold December day.
He was broke and became a beggar.
Stop!
Sir...
I'm asking about the murder case
why are you going on
about the brothel?
We should start from the small things.
Go on!
This is a matter of life and death.
When I was arrested.
Scholar Zhao bribed the magistrate
and the district office of
Hong Dong county!
I was tortured
until I confessed.
The magistrate of Tai Yuan
did not care
he upheld the verdict
I've been falsely accused.
You made a confession
about murdering Shen Yan Lin.
How can you recant your testimony?
I have inside information!
She has inside information!
Inside information!
How do you know?
She said so herself!
Go on!
The magistrate of Hong Dong
took the bribe
beat a confession out of me!
Stop!
Do you have proof?
No... it's only hearsay!
How dare you
accuse an imperial officer? Guards!
Yes!
Slap her!
Yes!
Wait!
Minister Liu!
Stop! Yes, Inspector?
Let's find out more about the bribe!
Inspector.
Don't listen to her story.
My duty is to reverse unjust verdicts.
As a head of the Civil Service.
The magistrate of Hong Dong county
is my subordinate.
What do you think?
In my humble opinion.
We should uphold the verdict.
Su San should be dismembered.
What about you, Minister Pan?
In my opinion
I agree with Minister Liu.
I disagree.
Let's decide after
a thorough investigation.
Take her back to jail!
Inspector!
Court will reconvene! Adjourned!
Adjourned!
Silence!
Su San, you have visitor.
Su San!
Jin Long!
Why are you...
You've suffered!
Seeing you again
is worth all the sufferings!
Kneel!
How can you believe her story
and accuse me without any proof?
How dare you quibble!
See for yourself!
I'm innocent!
Zhao Ang has confessed.
How dare you deny it? Pinchers!
Yes!
Will you confess?
Yes!
Let her go!
Yes!
Make her sign!
Madam Pi & Zhao Ang
conspired to poison Shen Yan Lin.
Sentence to dismemberment!
Chun Jin sentenced to 3 years in jail
as accessory.
Magistrate of Hong Dong county,
Wang Gui.
Removed from office for taking bribes.
Banished to Xinjiang.
I was negligent of my duties,
I beg your pardon!
Don't say that!
Please forgive me for offending you!
I admire your superb stratagem.
What about Su San?
We'll send her to a temple
for the time being.
Court is adjourned!
Adjourned!
"To: Minister Liu and Minister Pan"
Su San will be remembered
The lovers reunited
will never part again