The Breaking Point
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Play S1 E1In the early 90's Ching Long, a young rebellious man who moved from Hong Kong to Taiwan against his father's wishes, and his best friend Ko Tin Chun, who is a successful young architect. Ching Long returns to Hong Kong working manual labour jobs and also as a stunt double. His family consists of his son, his father, and younger sister. The story revolves around Long and misunderstanding with his father as well as his romantic relationships with a Vietnamese refugee Chin Kiu and his sister's best friend, Sum Mun Yee.
Cast: Leon Lai Ming, Deric Wan, Kathy Chow Hoi-Mei
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Season 1
40 episodes
- 1. Episode 1Ching Han Chuen has run an indoor decoration company by his own for several years ago. He is always' exhausted by his work. Ching Hung and Lam Suk Pong take every chance to persuade him to become reconciled with Ching Long, however, Hau Chuen is so stubborn that he rejects their request. In order to remove the misunderstanding between Chuen and Long, Ching Hung goes to Taiwan to find Ching Long. Hau Chuen wants to buy a coat for Ching Long. However, he is misjudged as a shoplifter and he is detained in the police station. Luckily, Hui Ka Kui helps him to settle the dispute. In Taiwan, Fu Su Mui cannot bear Ching Long for he has not changed his dissolute character. She decides to break the lover relationship with him. Ching Long begs Su Hui to change her mind, however, he fails to move her. As he is hopeless, he leaves in solitude. At that time, Shum Man Yi sees him and he makes a strong impression on her……CC45minMay 13, 1991
- 2. Episode 2Ching Long tries his best to find out the whereabouts of Ching Hung. Accidentally, he meets Man Yi and finally he is reunited with Ching Hung. Ching Long accompanies Ching Hung and Man Yi to go sight-seeing. Ching Hung always persuades Ching Long to return to Hong Kong, however, he is not moved. Ching Long invites Hung and Yi to go to his home. It is not until Ching Hung sees Chi Yeung that she has known Ching Long is married. She is surprised. Ching Hung asks Ching Long to go back to Hong Kong with her, however, he refuses her. So, Ching Hung has to return to Hong Kong alone. Hau Chuen is really disappointed when he recognizes that Ching Long has not returned to Hong Kong. Hau Chuen’s leg is hurt as a result of an industrial accident. Ching Hung asks Man Yi to hand a letter to Ching Long in order to urge him to go back to Hong Kong. Man Yi goes to the film factory to find Ching Long……CC45minMay 14, 1991
- 3. Episode 3In the commencement of Ching Hung, Ching Long and Chi Yeung suddenly appear. Hau Chuen is pleased but he hides his feeling and pretends to be indifferent. Finally, Chuen and Long start a quarrel on a trifle. Long leaves with Chi Yeung and they live in Fong's home tentatively. Ching Long brings Chi Yeung to visit the boarding school that he attended in the past. He meets Ko Tin Chun whom he has not seen for a long time. They share a good time in talking about the old days. When Tin Chun learns the condition of Ching Long, he arranges him to live in his new flat. Moreover, he let Ching Long and his son to live in the bedroom which is originally designed for himself. Ka Kui arranges Hau Chuen to visit Ching Long since he wants to make them become reconciled. However, his plan is ruined by Tin Luk accidentally. The meeting of Long and Chuen ends in quarrel……CC45minMay 15, 1991
- 4. Episode 4Hau Chuen and Ching Long have lived separately for several years. Once they live together again, they find great difference in ways of living. At the beginning, there are conflicts. However, they can understand each other and finally they live in harmony. Ching Hung finds a job as a secretary in a construction and Tin Chun is one of her colleagues. Since she is the sister of Ching Long, Tin Chun takes good care of her. On the other hand, Ching Hung is also attracted by Tin Chun’s handsome appearance. Gradually, she develops a sense of love out of admiration. Hau Chuen's Chuen Mee indoor decoration company commences business. Tin Chun and Tin Luk go to the celebration party. Up to that moment, Hau Chuen recognizes the relationship between them and he is surprised. Hau Chuen asks Ching Long to assist him to run the business of the shop, however, Ching Long rejects his proposal……CC45minMay 16, 1991
- 5. Episode 5Chin Kiu and Wu Chun work as waitresses in Heung Fa. Chun Chun always flirts with the boss and Chin Kiu is discontented for her act. Thus, they have conflicts. Tin Chun’s working performance is appreciated by Tong Wai Lin. Thus, he is appointed as the one in charge of a big project. Tin Chun invites Ching Hung to join his celebration party. It makes Ching Hung in ecstasy. Later on, she knows that Ching Long is also invited and she is very disappointed. Hau Chuen does the renovation work of Heung Fa. However, there is misunderstanding between Chin Kiu and him and his leg is hurt. Thus, Ching Long works for him. However, he also has misunderstanding with Chin Kiu. Fortunately, they can remove the misunderstanding at last and they make a good impression on each other. Chun Chun plays tricks on Chin Kiu and she locks her in the shop. Luckily, Ching Long saves her from danger……CC45minMay 17, 1991
- 6. Episode 6Chun Po returns to Hong Kong as he has caused great trouble in Taiwan. He lives Long's home tentatively. Hau Chuen is jealous for the relationship between Chun Po and Chi Yeung is close. Moreover, he worries that Chi Yeung will learn bad habits from Chun Po. Thus, he hints that Chun Po should move out as soon as possible. Chun Po understands Hau Chuen's state of mind, therefore, he moves out from Long's home once he has found a job in a video game centre. Chin Kiu’s birthday is coming. Tung Hing and the others hold the celebration for her. As Yuen Fa is drunk, she is raped by Kwai Shun. Besides, Kwai Shun threatens her that he will kill her if she.reveals this incident to the others. Incidentally, Hau Chuen witnesses Ching Long acting a stunt shot. He is very anxious and he prevents Ching Long from taking this job again. However, Ching Long ignores him. Tin Luk has an appointment which is arranged to meet his potential lover……CC46minMay 20, 1991
- 7. Episode 7In order to show his gratitude for Ching Long's help, Tin Chun assigns a great project to Hau Chuen. Hau Chuen is very happy. Chun Chun takes revenge on Chin Kiu. She let Chin Kiu take a pill which will make her unconscious in order to bring shame to Chin Kiu in public. Fortunately, Ching Long sees her and her away. Chin Kiu is grateful to Ching Long for his help. They gradually develops a sense of love. A current list of eligible refugees for migration to foreign countries is released. Yuen Fa is very glad as she is on the list. However, Chin Kiu is still not eligible for migration and she is very upset. Tung Hing pacifies her. Ching Long is displeased when he finds that Chi Yeung still misses Su Mui. At the same time, Su Mui appears and she claims that she wants to get back Chi Yeung. Ching Long refuses her. Ching Long goes to school to take Chi Yeung home, however, he finds that Chi Yeung has already been taken away by Su Hui……CC45minMay 21, 1991
- 8. Episode 8Ching Long sees that Su Hui is in solitude and she really needs Chi Yeung. So, he promises to let Chi Yeung go to America with Su Hui. Although Hau Chuen is reluctant to see that, he has to let Chi Yeung go as he has no alternative. Ching Long works as a stunt man again. Hau Chuen is grieved at heart and he is worried. Finally, Ching Long can understand Hau Chuen's state of mind. Thus, he promises that he will never work as a stunt man. Yuen Fa has infected sexual disease since she has been raped by Kwai Shun. As a result, she loses the chance of migration. She is so angry and sad that she commits suicide. When she is dying, she reveals the whole incident to Chin Kiu. Chin Kiu goes to talk with Kwai Shun, however, she is beaten by Kwai Shun. Tung Hing wants to take revenge on behalf of Fa and Kiu, he kills Kwai Shun. At the same time, Ka Kui passes by and he chases after Tung Hing. However, he is fainted as he is hit by Tung Hing……CC46minMay 22, 1991
- 9. Episode 9Ching Long finds a Job in Tins construction company as an assistant foreman and he follows Ah Choi. Ah Choi finds that Ching Long is acquainted with Tin Chuen, so he misjudges that Ching Long secures the job by the special relation. Later on, he knows the personality of Ching Long better and he admires him. Hau Chuen witnesses Chun Po voluntarily help a poor old man who is bullied by the others. Hence, he changes his attitude towards him and their relationship is improved. Lai Bink has passed away. When she is dying, she asks Man Yi to return to Hong Kong to have reunion with Shiu Tai. Man Yi accepts her request. She returns to Hong Kong and lives with Ching’s family temporarily. Man Yi goes to Tins company and tries to reunite with Shiu Tai. However, she finds that he is very mean and suspicious. She is so disappointed that she gives up the idea of reconciliation……CC45minMay 23, 1991
- 10. Episode 10Man Yi’s superior in office is fired by Shiu Tai. So, she has to follow a big project with Shiu Tai directly. Though she is tied up by her work, she does her utmost in order to show her capability in front of Shiu Tai. Ching Hung has long been a secret admirer of Tin Chun and she misjudges that he has good will towards her. So, she has given her heart to Tin Chun secretly. Tin Chun finds that Man Yi is responsible for the project. He is attracted by her fairy-like appearance and he starts courting with her. However, Man Yi shows an indifferent attitude to his courtship because she has paid all her attention to her job. Man Yi is always assisted and defended by Ching Long in her work, therefore, her love towards him is deeper. Later on, when she recognizes that Ching Long is in love with Chin Kiu, her heart is broken. Man Yi has made a mistake in her work due to carelessness……CC45minMay 24, 1991
- 11. Episode 11The whole family of uncle Kwan is permitted to migrate to the United States and they are very happy. Chin Kiu, however, is very upset. She goes to find Ching Long to express her grievance. Tung Hing is jealous as he finds that the relationship between Chin Kiu and Ching Long is not common. Tung Hing reminds Chin Kiu that if she falls in love with Ching Long, her goal of migration to Australia may be hampered. After serious consideration, Chin Kiu starts to keep away from Ching Long. However, Ching Long cannot suppress his love feeling towards Chin Kiu and he insists on keeping their love relationship. Chin Kiu is moved and she continues the love affair with Ching Long. Ching Hung's love towards Tin Chun is heightened. She always takes the initiative to please Tin Chun. However, Suk Fong has misjudged her intent that she thinks Ching Hung has good will towards Ka Kui……CC45minMay 27, 1991
- 12. Episode 12Ching Hung finds that Man Yi is the ideal lover of Tin Chun and she is very upset. She expresses her grievance to Ka Kui. Ka Kui pacifies her. When Chuen and Fong sees that, they misjudge that they are madly in love. Man Yi knows that Ching Long has a lover already. On the one hand, she is very disappointed; on the other hand, she decides to accept Tin Chun. Tin Chun is pleased and excited. Hau Chuen sees Man Yi and Tin Chun together in the street. He publicizes it to the others. They all congratulate Man Yi, only Ching Hung is frustrated and sad. Then, Man Yi moves out from Chings' home and leads a single life. Tin Chun is promoted to a higher position. He asks Man Yi, Ching Long and Chin Kiu to celebrate with him. Man Yi finds that Chin Kiu and Ching Long are so match that she has mixed feelings in her mind. Hau Chuen recognizes that Ching Long is in love and he tries to get some information from him……CC45minMay 28, 1991
- 13. Episode 13Tai Mun, Ah Muk and Ah Kau are transferred to the detention camp of refugees. They cause trouble everywhere and they have conflict with Chin Kiu and Tung Hing. Moreover, Tai Mun has beaten Tung Hing. Tung Hing cannot bear, however, Chin Kiu persuades him not to cause trouble anymore. Hau Chuen is so careless that he makes his shop on fire and he is trapped. Luckily, Chin Kiu saves him at the expense of her life. From then on, Hau Chuen changes his attitude towards Chin Kiu and he does not prevent thing Long from courting with her. Man Yi finds that Shiu Tai is very lonely, therefore, she arranges Tin Chun to ploy chess with him. Tin Chun makes a deep impression on Shiu Tai. The design of Tin Chun wins a prize, the members of his profession hold a celebration party for him. Tin Chun invites Man Yi to go with him. However, Man Yi refuses him because she has to handle a lot of work on the following day……CC44minMay 29, 1991
- 14. Episode 14Man Yi's working performance is so good that she thinks she will have promotion. However, Tin Chun blocks her way to promotion by asking Shiu Tai to employ a new man to fill the vacancy. Man Yi's ambition suffers a setback and she is daunted. Tin Chun takes this chance to propose marriage to her. As he has expected, Man Yi promises to have engagement with him. Man Yi gives recommendation for Chun Po to work in Tins company. On the first day to report to his office, Chun Po quarrels with Shiu Tai. He leaves a bad impression on Shiu Tai. Chun Po recognizes that Nan Yi has long been a secret admirer of Ching Long. Moreover, she still cannot forget him. Man Yi is awakened by his speech and she starts to question the love relationship between Tin Chun and her. Man Yi is exhausted physically and spiritually. As a result, she is fainted in her engagement party. Later, she proposes to break the engagement. Tin Chun is angry……CC46minMay 30, 1991
- 15. Episode 15Ching Long is inspired by Yau Choi and he begins to understand Hau Chuen's state of mind. Finally, he decides to help him to run the shop. Hau Chuen is in ecstasy. Chin Kiu. tells Ching Long that she is going to migrate to Australia. It deals a blow to Chino Long. He is very frustrated and he can do nothing but to express his grievance to Ching Hung. Chin Kiu asks Ching Long to go to Australia together with her. Ching Long is hesitated. When Hau chuen knows that, he is in a fit of spleen. Accidentally, he falls on the ground and he is injured seriously. Ching Long sends him to hospital at once. Tai Mun is drunk and his sexual desire is stirred. He tries to rape Chin Kiu, however, she is saved by Tung Hing. They start fighting and they kill each other at last. Chin Kiu is very guilty and she has firmly determined to leave Hong Kong……CC46minMay 31, 1991
- 16. Episode 16Ching Long is love-lorn and he is very bored and sad. He joins Chun Po to go to a party whose attendants have all taken pills. When Hau Chuen knows that, he is grieved at heart. He promises to let Ching Long go to Australia to meet Chin Kiu. Ching Long knows the intent of Hau Chuen and he decides to stay in Hong Kong to revitalize himself to struggle for his goal. Yan Ping arrives at Hong Kong and she has to live with Suk Fong. Suk Pong gives recommendation for her to work in Chuen Mei as an accountant. Yan Ping is very ingenious and Hau Chuen is satisfied with her working performance. Besides, Tin Luk is attracted by her and he decides to court with her. Tin Chun and Man Yi still keep in contact because of the link of their work. Man Yi wants to keep their friendship, however, Tin Chun misjudges that it is a chance to twist his fate. He starts to date with Man Yi again. Man Yi refuses him and she shows her stand-point to him clearly……CC45minJun 3, 1991
- 17. Episode 17Tin Chun fears that Ching Hung will follow him tightly, therefore, he deliberately keeps away from her. Ching Hung understands Tin Chun's state of mind and she is greatly afflicted. Ka Kui finds that the others have all misunderstood the relationship between Ching Hung and him. So, he openly claims that the relationship between them is just as brother and sister. Suk Fong and Hau Chuen are very disappointed. As they have more contacts, Ka Kui is gradually attracted by Hui Ching's two-sided character-sometimes she is gentle and sometimes she is willful. Thus, he starts to generate love feeling out of admiration. Man Yi's superior in office is unable to handle a big deal, however, he shifts the responsibility of the failure to Man Yi. Shiu Tai scolds Man Yi severely. Man Yi finds Shiu Tai is so obstinate that he cannot take a close look at the whole matter. She is very angry and she resigns her job……CC46minJun 4, 1991
- 18. Episode 18Ching Hung tells Man Yi that she is going to marry Tin Chun and Man Yi is surprised. Moreover, Ching Hung discovers that Man Yi has long been a secret admirer of Ching Long and she gives Man Yi encouragement. On the wedding of Tin Chun and Ching Hung. many guests come. The atmosphere is joyful. Tin Chun accidentally hears the conversation between Hung and Yi. He knows that Man Yi has special love to Ching Long and he misjudges that Ching Long is the one who steals his fiancee, Man Yi. Thus, he is very angry. As Tin Chun is a little bit drunk in the banquet, he takes this chance to beat Ching Long in order to relieve his anger. Ching Long does not know his intent, therefore, he does not put it on his mind. Since Tin Chun has strong hatred against Ching Long, he also shows an indifferent attitude towards Ching Hung. Sometimes, he will feel very guilty and he takes good care of Ching Hung……CC46minJun 5, 1991
- 19. Episode 19Since Ching Long does not want to ruin their friendship, he has not told the police that the marijuana belongs to Tin Chun. However, Tin Chun deliberately makes a false accusation on Ching Long. As a result, Ching Long is accused for possessing drug. Ching Long asks Tin Chun for the reasons of his false accusation, however, he is teased by Tin Chun. Up to this moment, Ching Long knows the personality of Tin Chun. After the trial, Ching Long is judged as guilty. However, there is a suspension of sentence. Outside the court, Long and Chun have conflict again and they start fighting. During the chaos, Ching Hung is pushed and she loses her footing. She is sent to the hospital and the baby is miscarried. The hatred of Tin Chun towards Ching Long is heightened. He does not allow Hau Chuen and the others to visit Chino Hung. After this blow, Ching Hung is grieved at heart. Tin Chun makes his effort in his job……CC46minJun 6, 1991
- 20. Episode 20Tin Chun follows Shiu Tai to make speculation in property market, however, the government suddenly announces that a fly-over will be built around the flat Tin Chun has bought. It leads to a sharp decrease in price. Shiu Tai knows the plan in advance and he has sold all his flats. On the other hand, Tin Chun has suffered a great loss and he owes a large amount of debts to the bank. In order to solve his financial difficulty, Tin Chun cooperates with Tony. He uses the ordinary glass instead of glass which has special treatment for the exterior wall of building in order to make greater profit. Ching Long accepts the suggestion of Yau Choi and Hau Chuen and he decides to take evening courses. It is such a coincidence that Man Yi is his teacher. As they have more contacts, their love relationship becomes more harmonious. Man Yi works as a reporter for a magazine. She is appointed to interview Shiu Tai……CC46minJun 7, 1991
- 21. Episode 21Tin Chun and Tony rush to the construction site at mid-night and destroy all the evidence which may prove their guilt in order to make a clean break with the guilt. Yau Choi is died of serious injury at last, Ching Long is very sad and angry. Through the trace, he guesses that the accident is caused by Tin Chun. Ching Long goes to collect evidence to prove Tin Chun's guilt out of a sense of justice. Tin Chun begs Ching Long to give him one more chance but Ching Long rejects him. Tin Chun‘s hatred towards him is deepen. Tin Chun is on trial and he is sentenced to prison for 18 months. Tin Luk hates all the family members of Ching’s family. Besides, Ching Hung also denounces Ching Long for he has not made second thoughts to her though she is his sister. Ching Long is troubled and confused, Man Yi pacifies him by words of consolation. Tin Chun rejects Ching Hung’s visit and it makes Ching Hung very upset……CC46minJun 10, 1991
- 22. Episode 22Yan Ping is attracted by Hau Chuen‘s wealth. She wants to marry him as his second wife in order to lead a pleasant life. She shows her love feeling to flirt with him. When Suk Pong sees that, she is discontented. On Man Yi’s birthday, they hold a celebration party. Chun Po takes this chance to reveal Man Yi's secret love towards Ching Long. Man Yi feels very shameful and she leaves at once. Ching Long is in puzzle. Ching Long removes his psychological barrier and goes to visit Man Yi. At the same time, a large group of Man Yi's classmates in university go to visit her. Ching Long finds that there is a gap between his academic qualification and Man Yi's and he is self-abased. He uses an excuse to leave at once and Man Yi is very disappointed. The autobiography of Shiu Tai, which is written by Man Yi, is released. It wins applause from the public……CC46minJun 11, 1991
- 23. Episode 23As Yan Ping knows that Hau Chuen has good will towards her, she reveals her true nature as a lazy and gluttonous woman in front of Suk Fong. Suk Pong is displeased and she scolds Yan Ping. However, Yan Ping acts as the sufferer and she tries to arouse Hau Chuen's sympathy. Moreover, she makes false accusation against Suk Pong. Hau Chuen has fallen in her trap. Suk Pong is so angry that she resigns her job. One night, Yan Ping uses the pretext as she wants to stay overnight in Ching’s home in order to seduce Hau Chuen. Finally, they have sexual relation. After that, Yan Ping pretends to be pregnant and she forces Hau Chuen to marry her. Ching Hung goes to the wedding banquet of Chuen and Ping to express her greeting. She meets her father again and their misunderstanding is removed. Shiu Tai is sent to hospital as a result of a traffic accident. Man Yi is very anxious and she rushes to hospital to visit him……CC46minJun 12, 1991
- 24. Episode 24After they have got married, the true nature of Yan Ping is revealed. She always takes Hau Chuen's money without permission to buy herself ornaments and clothes. Moreover, she pretends to be sick so that she does not need to do domestic work. Hau Chuen gradually understands the true nature of Yan Ping and he regrets for marrying her. Tin Chun cannot bear Tai Song's bully in the prison and they start fighting. Tin Chun is beaten by Tai Song. Ah Cheong reminds Tin Chun that he should endure the hardship. Tin Chun is awakened. Yuen Kam arranges an appointment for Tin Luk to meet his potential lover and it brings out a lot of fun. After that, Tin Luk understands Yuen Kam more and he has developed a sense of love towards her. He is courageous enough to confess his love in front of her. Yuen Kam also feels that Tin Luk is a kind man and she accepts his courtship. Yan Ping is a woman of strong suspicion……CC45minJun 13, 1991
- 25. Episode 25Hau Chuen has got a contract of Shiu Tai’s company, however, they have conflicts on their work. As a result, Hau Chuen reveals Shiu Tai’s bad records of gambling in the past to the reporters and the reporters all make a detailed report. Shiu Tai is very angry and he sues Hau Chuen for his false accusation. Chin Long goes to beg Shiu Tai's pardon, however, Shiu Tai rejects him. Hau Chuen is so impulsive that he strikes Shiu Tai with his fist. The misunderstanding between them is deepen. Hau Chuen fears that he will be put in jail and he is very anxious and uneasy. The other family members console him. On behalf of Hau Chuen, Man Yi goes to persuade Shiu Tai to cancel the accusation and Shiu Tai agrees to cancel the charge finally. After this incident, Ching Long decides to help Hau Chuen to run his business in order to have some achievement in his career. Man Yi gives him full support and encouragement……CC46minJun 14, 1991
- 26. Episode 26In order to arouse Shiu Tai's good will, Tin Chun cooperates with Ah Cheong. Ah Cheong acts as the robber who grabs Shiu Tai’s money while Tin Chun acts as the passer-by who saves Shiu Tai. Shiu Tai really changes his attitude and he hires Tin Chun to work in Tins. Tin Chun finds that his superior in office has secret deal of commission with their opponent company. So, he makes a plot to let Shiu Tai recognize the immoral practice of his superior in office. Shiu Tai fire him at last, however, he does not have any idea to promote Tin Chun. It makes him very disappointed. Tin Luk decides to marry Yuen Kam, Tin Chun is pleased when he hears this news. On the other hand, through the mediation of Suk Pong and Yuen Kan, Tin Luk and Hau Chuen have become reconciled. Tin Chun finds that Shiu Tai places much trust on Man Yi. So, he takes every chance to get close to Man Yi. He shows that he has already made a new start……CC46minJun 17, 1991
- 27. Episode 27In order to secure Shin Tai's trust, Tin Chun tries his best to flatter Shiu Tai. Thus, Shin Tai has gradually developed good will towards Tin Chun. However, Tin Chun finds that Shin Tai still respects Man Yi more. He is discontented. Kuen Suk's nephew Ah Kwai asks him to migrate to live with him in Canada. Kuen Suk is in hesitation. In order to make Shin Tai become more lonesome, Tin Chun makes a plot. He makes Shin Tai dissatisfied with Ah Kwai so that Kuen Suk has made up his mind to migrate to Canada. When Shin Tai finds that the employee who followed him for decades has also left him, he becomes more lonesome. While Shin Tai and Man Yi are chatting, he mentions Lai Bing. He still accuses Lai Bing for she has left him because of his poverty. Man Yi is displeased. She decides that she will never reveal their relation to Shin Tai until he has recognized his assumption is wrong. Yan Ping meets one of her fellow countrymen……CC46minJun 18, 1991
- 28. Episode 28The dessert shop of Tin Luk is open. However, the business of the shop is far from satisfactory. Tin Chun throws cold water on their plan and it makes Yuen Kam very unhappy. In order to take revenge on Ching Long, Tin Chun cooperates with Ah Cheong. Ah Cheong disguises as a businessman and proposes to join Han Chuen to run wall paper business. With Tin Chun's encouragement. Han Chuen has finally fallen into their trap. Ching Long runs the indoor decoration company by his own self. Besides, he has to attend evening class. He is exhausted, however, Man Yi gives him encouragement. Shin Tai invites Man Yi to work in Tins again, but Man Yi does not want to ruin their harmonious relation and she rejects him. Shin Tai is disappointed while Tin Chun is relieved. Tin Chun is in charge of a redevelopment plan. Tin Luk's dessert shop is situated in the area of the proposed redevelopment……CC46minJun 19, 1991
- 29. Episode 29Chun Po owes a large sum of money to a loan shark and he tries to solve the problem by fleeing away. Hau Chuen agrees to lend him money to pay the debt. Chun Po is moved and he works as the middle-man to mediate the conflict between Ching Long and Han Yi. Later on, as Ching Long is too busy with his work, he misses his examination. Man Yi is displeased and they have conflict again. Tin Chun and Ah Cheong make a plot which leads Hau Chuen mortgages his decoration company and his flat to the bank to buy a lot of second-rated products from Shiu Tai. Hau Chuen still thinks that he can make big profit as he does not know he has fallen into a trap. Shiu Tai wants to be the godfather of Man Yi and it arouses Tin Chun's jealousy. Thus, he makes a plot which shows that Man Yi has a bias towards Ching Long and she has deceived Shiu Tai in order to assign more contracts to Ching Long……CC46minJun 20, 1991
- 30. Episode 30In order to raise money to pay the debt to the bank, Ching Long risks his life as he works as a stunt man again. The stunt shots are breath-taking. Hau Chuen believes in Tin Chun‘s words and he sets fire on his shop. However, Tin Chun calls the police at the same time. Shortly afterwards, the police rushes to the shop and Hau Chuen is shocked. In the chaotic moment, Hau Chuen is seriously wounded and he is sent to hospital. Although Hau Chuen's life is saved, his legs are perplexed. They all mourn for his misfortune. Tin Chun sows dissension between Man Yi and Shiu Tail. He makes Man Yi believe that Shiu Tai is the one who caused Man Chuen's suffering. Man Yi goes to heckle Shiu Tai and they start quarrel. Shiu Tai is stirred by Man Yi's words and he is sent to hospital for treatment. Man Yi goes to visit him but Tin Chun alienates them. Tin Chun has made the misunderstanding between Shiu Tai and Han Yi deepen……CC45minJun 21, 1991
- 31. Episode 31Shiu Tai promotes Tin Chun to the post of acting chief director. At first, Tin Chun is very glad, however, he later finds that he actually has no legitimate power. So, he pretends to be weak and takes a step backward. Finally, Shiu Tai lets him be the one who makes decision for the company. On the other hand, Shiu Tai feels that his health condition becomes worse and he contacts his lawyer to make a will. Man Yi misses Shin Tai very much and she goes to visit him. At the same time, Shiu Tai is in a fit of spleen as he has lost the gold necklace which is given by Lai Bing. Man Yi takes this chance to heckle Shiu Tai for his relationship with Lai Bing. Shin Tai admits that he has done something wrong to Lai Bing. Man Yi is moved and she reveals her identity to Shiu Tai, Shiu Tai is surprised with joy. However, Man Yi urges Shiu Tai to keep it in top secret and he can only tell the others that they are god-father and god-daughter only……CC46minJun 24, 1991
- 32. Episode 32Shiu Tai figures out one of the kidnapers is Chun Po, so he reveals his relationship with Man Yi in order to save his own life. Chun Po really does not do harm to Shiu Tai and he leaves once he has received the ransom. When Tin Chun arrives at the location, he suffoeates Shiu Tai. Moreover, he deliberately leaves Ching Long's lighter there in order to shift all the guilts to Ching Long. In order to help Ching Long, Chun Po puts all the money he has gained through the kidnap in Chings' home secretly. When Man Yi learns that Shiu Tai is killed relentlessly, she feels strong indignation. At last, she discloses to Tin Chun the relationship between Shiu Tai and her. To Tin Chun, this news comes like a bolt from the blue, however, he is relieved when he knows that Shiu Tai is the only man who knows this secret. Moreover, Man Yi does not have any proof for her claim. So, his grievance is removed completely……CC46minJun 25, 1991
- 33. Episode 33Ching Long is charged for he has murdered Shiu Tai and he is put in detention centre. Ching Long is choking with rage because of the false accusation, Man Yi consoles him. Man Yi asks her former classmate, Maggie, to work as Ching Long's defense attorney. When they try to find out the way to prove Ching Long's innocence, Ching Long remembers that he has left his lighter in Tin Chun's car. Ka Kui finds the witness of Tin Chun’s murder act and he brings him back to the police station at once. Later on, he knows that the man is indeed a maniac. Thus, he is scolded by his superintendent severely. After the long separation, Hiu Ching and Ka Kui have mixed feelings in their minds. When they are chatting, Hiu Ching recognizes that Ka Kui has misjudged that she is a married woman. Up to this moment, she understands Ka Kui's state of mind. The trial of Shiu Tai's case starts, all the evidence is unfavourable to Ching Long……CC46minJun 26, 1991
- 34. Episode 34Maggie and Chun Po try their best to let Ching Long be released on bail so that he can rush to visit Hau Chuen in hospital. At last, Hau Chuen can survive the critical moment and the others are all relieved. Ching Long and Man Yi find some evidence by chance and they know Chun Po in involved in the kidnap of Shiu Tai. At the same time. Chun Po meets Ching Long and makes a confession before he escapes from Hong Kong. Ka Kui follows Ching Long and he comes to the location. When Xa Kui tries to arrest Chun Po, Ching Long lets him flee away out of pity. Verdict to China Long will be announced soon, Hau Chuen is uneasy. Tin Chun threatens him to let him down when he is in trouble. Hau Chuen is stimulated and he has decided to commit suicide because he does not want to bring trouble to Ching Long any more. Chun Po suddenly appears in the court and he admits all his guilts. The case is on trial again and Ching Long can be out on bail……CC46minJun 27, 1991
- 35. Episode 35After the trial, Chin Long is discharged while Chun Po is sentenced to prison for 18 years. Ching Long asks Chun Po to make a new start in the prison. In order to fulfill Hau Chuen's wish, Ching Long decides to continue to run Chun Mei. He is encouraged by the others. The lawyers announces the statements in Shiu Tai's will. Man Yi recognizes that there is a motive for Tin Chun to kill Shiu Tai. She does not want to let Tin Chun get Shiu Tai’s wealth, therefore, she reveals her identity in public. Moreover, she is going to settle their dispute by legal means in order to get back Shiu Tai's legacy. When Ching Hung knows Tin Chun's misdeeds, she tries to heckle him. Tin Chun hides the fact by careful wording and Ching Hung is in half doubt. The jurisdiction of the scramble for Shiu Tai's legacy begins. As Han Yi does not have enough evidence to prove her claim, her suit is defeated. Tin Chun is the legal heir to Shiu Tai's legacy……CC46minJun 28, 1991
- 36. Episode 36Ching Hung finds the blood test report of Shin Tai incidentally. The father and daughter relationship between Man Yi and Shiu Tai can be proved by that report. Ching Hung is in a dilemma. Tin Chun knows this secret and he pretends to take good care to flatter Ching Hung. In fact, he is trying to search for the report. Ching Hung recognizes his pretence and she is broken-hearted. After serious consideration. Ching Hung has finally made up her mind. She sends the report to Man Yi by mail and she tries to kill Tin Chun and herself together by a poisonous cake, However, Tin Chun recognizes her plot. He is so angry that he pushes Ching Hung to fall from their flat. Besides, he makes a plot to show that it is a suicidal act of Ching Hung because she dares not to face with the prosecution of her wrong doing. On the other hand, he sets fire on the post to burn the report……CC46minJul 1, 1991
- 37. Episode 37Chin Kiu visits Ching Long and Ching Long is surprised. Chin Kin is still madly in love with Ching Long and she admits that she wants to fall in love with him again. However. Ching Long's love towards Chin Kiu has already vanished and he loves Man Yi only. Thus, he finds himself in a plight because he does not know how to reject Chin Kiu’s love. Ah Bill goes to find Chin Kiu to get back his luggage and he gets all the booty as his own. Besides, he tells lies to his leader Brother Lung that Chin Kiu has grabbed all the booty. Brother Lung decides to find Chin Kiu to settle the dispute. Ching Long does not want Chin Kiu to have any expectation on their love affair and he reveals his state of mind to her. Chin Kiu suffers a blow and she begs Ching Long to share a short period of romance and joy with her before Man Yi returns to Hong Kong. Ching Long agrees to her suggestion. Man Yi returns to Hong Kong……CC46minJul 2, 1991
- 38. Episode 38Chin Kiu is caught by Ah Bill. When Lung finally recognizes the fact, he is so angry that he kills Ah Bill at once. Moreover, he wants to kill Chin Kiu as she is the witness. Ching Long duly arrives at the location and he fights with them. Shortly afterwards, the police come to save Long and Kiu. Man Yi meets Chin Kiu and they poise to each other. Man Yi finds that Chin Kiu is deeply in love with Ching Long and she feels that it is a potential threat to the relation between Long and her. Ching Long understands her state of mind and he asks Man Yi to give him her hand. Man Yi promises him. In Ching Hung's bequests. Ching Long finds an envelope of Shin Tai's blood test report. Thus, he realizes that Tin Chun may kill Ching Hung because of the report. So. he goes to find Tin Chun. Tin Chun knows that Ching Long has no material evidence, therefore, he insults him and he confesses all the murder cases he has done……CC46minJul 3, 1991
- 39. Episode 39Tin Chun suffers a brain-ache. After the medical check, the doctor finds that a large piece of effused blood is accumulated in his brain. If he does not take operation, he may be blind. However, there is no guarantee for the success of the operation. So, Tin Chun is in hesitation. Tin Chun goes to visit Tin Luk ad they become reconciled. Tin Chun appreciates the pleasant and warm family life of Tin Luk. Tin Chun has promised to take the operation, however, he fears that if the operation is unsuccessful, he will be blind at once. In this light, he cannot take revenge on Ching Long. Thus, he postpones the date of operation. Chin Kiu is discharged from hospital and she lives in Man Yi's home tentatively. Long and Yi take good care of her. In order to let Chin Kiu's memory revive, Ching Long gives every here and attention to her……CC46minJul 4, 1991
- 40. Episode 40Man Yi decides to step from the love triangle and she wants to leave Hong Kong. Ching Long asks her to stay with him. When Chin Kiu sees that, she suffers a blow and her memory is revived. In order to secure Ching Long's love, however, she still pretends to be the one who has lost her memory. Chin Kiu realizes that Man Yi is always on Ching Long's mind, therefore, she plans to urge Ching Long to marry her. Moreover, she asks him to take photos with wedding gowns with her. Ching Long has no alternative but to promise her. Man Yi is daunted and sad. After Chin Kiu has taken the photos, she is satisfied as her wish is fulfilled. She tells Han Yi that she will go back to Australia alone and she will never disturb Ching Long any more. Man Yi is between laughter and tears. When Chin Kiu is on her way to the airport, she finds that Tin Chun tries to shoot Ching Long……CC44minJul 5, 1991
The Breaking Point
19911 season40 episodesEnded
In the early 90's Ching Long, a young rebellious man who moved from Hong Kong to Taiwan against his father's wishes, and his best friend Ko Tin Chun, who is a successful young architect. Ching Long returns to Hong Kong working manual labour jobs and also as a stunt double. His family consists of his son, his father, and younger sister. The story revolves around Long and misunderstanding with his father as well as his romantic relationships with a Vietnamese refugee Chin Kiu and his sister's best friend, Sum Mun Yee.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Mui Siu-Ching
- Studio
- TVB
Maturity rating
Not yet rated.
Audio languages
Cantonese
Where to watch
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