- Proverb: A real hero, for the sake of his family and friends, discharges his duties in spite of slanders, and is not afraid of losing his life.
- Li Ah Chai: [on the phone with Supt. Chang] I've been on the streets since I was barely seven. I've seen a lot of killing in my time. I'm tired. I don't bear a grudge against anyone. Not even my father, who introduced me to this life. I understand the price I have to pay. I'm resigned to my fate. Mr. Chang, get ready to collect a lot of bodies.