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Status:
Completed
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Ratings:
7.7/10
Country:
Hong Kong

Summary:

A reluctant criminal, Lee Man, is sent from Thailand to Hong Kong to assist the police in capturing an infamous and enigmatic criminal mastermind known as Painter. At first hesitant to cooperate, Lee Man's resolve weakens when he reunites with a former girlfriend who reveals that Painter has taken her lover's life and is now after her. Fearing for her safety, Lee Man decides to divulge crucial information to the police. He recounts how he was once an aspiring artist in Canada when Painter coerced him into using his exceptional copying abilities for a counterfeit United States dollar operation. As Lee Man reluctantly delves into his past with the criminal gang, the complexity of the situation intensifies. He desperately warns of the severe consequences he will face if Painter discovers his collaboration with the police. With Painter's identity and whereabouts still unknown, the race against time begins for the police to apprehend him before it's too late.

Episode Name Date Added
Episode 03End Oct 22, 2023
Episode 02 Oct 22, 2023
Episode 01 Oct 22, 2023

What people are saying

  • darkchen57

    Overall 6.5

    Story 6Acting 6Music 6Rewatch Value 6

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