Life Gamble

A retired blacksmith who once forged weapons for kung fu masters. He refuses to make new weapons, choosing a life away from the trade, and relies on his broad fighting knowledge to protect himself and others. His past with Yan Zi Fei motivates his cautious approach as danger closes in around the jade plot.

A knife-throwing hitman who collaborates with Xiao Qiang to obtain the knives Qiu Zi Yu refuses to manufacture. He is aggressive, cunning, and quick to switch allegiances when it serves his interests. His rivalry with Qiu and eventual downfall heighten the tension of the jewel scheme.

A seductive and dangerous operative who negotiates terms with Mo Jun Feng and manipulates others to advance her plan. She reveals the backstory of Qiu Zi Yu’s betrayal and orchestrates moves to secure the knives and jade. Ultimately she becomes a casualty in the gunfire of ambition.

A famed fighter who loses his hand and seeks to reclaim his standing through revenge and force. His iron hand and darts symbolize his dangerous resolve. Although initially an antagonist to Qiu Zi Yu, his fate is sealed by his own weapon’s workings and shifting loyalties.

A wealthy gambling master known as the Golden Lion who oversees a high-stakes table where the jade is contested. He manipulates the odds, leveraging power and fear to control outcomes. His dealings end in a fatal confrontation that upends the entire scheme.

An undercover police officer posing as part of the populace to recover the jade. She earns the trust of various players while concealing her true identity, and ultimately reveals herself as a law enforcer dedicated to returning the jade to the authorities.

A formidable fighter who begins as a bodyguard for a powerful faction but gradually rethinks his life path. He wields an iron-hand-inspired prowess, forms a fragile alliance with Xiao Hong, and ultimately defeats key threats to return the jade to the police.

Owner of an escort service who becomes a central figure in the jade theft. He traps opponents and plots to secure the jade for himself, reinforcing the underworld’s dangerous hierarchies. His demise comes at the hands of Yun Xiang and the ensuing confrontation.

A beautiful and deadly operative who exerts influence over Mo Jun Feng and others. She uses seduction and violence to secure her objectives, including a fiery confrontation that ends with her murder, underscoring the perilous nature of the jade pursuit.

A volatile accomplice whose presence intensifies the danger surrounding the jade gamble. He becomes entangled in the web of betrayals and eventually meets a violent end, illustrating the lethal stakes of this underworld.