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Well, if we can't show Aguirre's confession on TV,

can we upload it to the web?

- No, they'd take it down right away. - That's not the problem.

I'm worried they'd find out who uploaded it.

The government could trace it.

We need everyone to watch it, but I don't want us to leave a trail.

Let people distribute it themselves.

Exactly.

I think we're in the right place for a job like this.

Come and get it!

Straight from Hollywood to Tepito!

This morning, thousands of pirated movie vendors

across the country have started selling thousands of copies of this video,

titled The General Confesses,

in which the defense secretary,

General Agustin Aguirre, speaking from an undisclosed location,

confesses that, under his command, the army has been responsible

for the murder and disappearance

of thousands of citizens.

I'm personally responsible for...

...the arrest,

- torture and rape... - This is serious, Pepe.

- ...of innocent Mexican citizens. - He's personally responsible

for the disappearances and homicides...

- The Independence Day broadcast... - ...in Tepito,

...was interrupted for a few seconds

- by unidentified hackers - Guerrero and Chihuahua?

to show a few seconds of this disturbing video...

That's what he said.

We have to put out a statement.

It's clear that video has been tampered with.

No, it hasn't been, Ana.

What do you mean?

It's all true.

How do you know?

He told me.

A NETFLIX ORIGINAL SERIES

Damn it, Pepe.

When? How?

It doesn't matter, Ana.

I'm an accomplice in those crimes.

He could easily throw me under the bus at any moment.

THE RULES OF THE GAME

I need you to tell me everything you know.

Everything.

You can't enter.

I'm Patricia Lieberman, special prosecutor.

This is a federal issue. General Aguirre!

Anything else?

That's all I know.

What about Diego?

Was Aguirre involved?

No.

I lied to you.

I was lying to you about Diego's death the whole time.

I knew exactly what happened.

Excuse me?

Before Diego went back to the room with Emilia,

I showed him some photos of Emilia with Jaime Bray.

What kind of photos?

They were sent to my inbox while Diego was with Emilia.

I thought I should show him.

- Let's go. - I just received this.

The people you mentioned in the video will be looking for you.

The army, the cartels, the families of those missing.

- That's not me. - Do you want to watch it again?

No.

Someone drugged me.

I'll find those bastards...

It's too late for revenge, General,

but we do have options.

- I'm not negotiating. - Me neither.

I'm not here to help you,

but it's my duty to learn the truth and try to avoid another death:

yours.

Don't be dramatic.

I need your testimony on the crimes mentioned in the video.

Is it all true?

I need to leave.

I need your confession, General.

The crimes you speak of in the video could help in my investigation.

I don't know about Diego's death.

But it could be related.

- I need to know everything. - No.

Diego started acting crazy. He was furious.

I'm sure that's what caused the fight.

Let's resolve the Aguirre crisis first.

I'll take care of the rest.

I have to leave the country.

I might be able to help with that, too.

Twenty-five years as a federal prosecutor,

you're bound to meet a gringo along the way.

But I'll need your full cooperation.

- What about your family? - Don't worry about them.

It's me they want. I'll go with you.

Very well. Pack just one bag. We'll be waiting here.

General Aguirre is presumably in hiding.

A corrupt officer...

...doesn't behave differently than a drug trafficker

because there is no difference.

In these circumstances, they become two sides of the same coin.

His neighbors say they took him in two SUVs,

both with government plates.

Lieberman.

She must think he has information on President Nava's death.

- Do you want me to call her? - No.

Right now, we have an obligation to the people.

We have to distance ourselves from Aguirre

and show our strength.

And name a new defense secretary.

Listening to those kinds of claims coming from a man

President Nava trusted...

...fills me with rage and sadness.

Distancing himself from Aguirre and blaming Diego.

Very smart.

Today, I will ask Congress to convene

to remove General Aguirre from his post.

Then, I will request that the Attorney General's Office

investigate the deplorable acts

that General Aguirre has admitted to participating in.

If his involvement is confirmed,

General Aguirre and all those involved will be brought to justice.

That includes charges of high treason against the country.

Lastly... General.

The army will...

Who's that?

His name's Bruno Almada.

He's supposedly a real man of the people, simple and honest.

It's the same old shit.

No man...

- Get ready. - Here she comes.

- Maria! - Maria!

Have you talked to your mom?

All of you who think you have the right to judge my family

and think you know it all are wrong.

You don't know me, my family, my mom, or anyone.

Do you know anything about your mom?

I wish I knew, but I have no idea.

And I won't know until she decides to return home.

What do you think about the rumor that your mom killed your dad?

Has she contacted anyone?

I have to see my children.

You can't do that.

You want me to stay here doing nothing after seeing them like that?

If you go, you'll put them in more danger.

She's my daughter...

...and she needs me.

She needs you alive.

Alive.

Hi. What's up?

Did you tell Patricia?

Yes, Maria. I'm sorry.

Don't give me that, Daniela! You suck!

I saw what happened, and I wanted to know if you were okay.

I'm just great, you have no idea.

Don't come in!

I said you couldn't come in.

You're not allowed to leave this house unsupervised.

You're grounded until I say otherwise.

You can't ground me.

No speaking to the press or anyone else.

Is that clear?

Maria's not like that.

- I hardly recognized her. - I have the new phones.

They can't be traced?

Call from the van while it's moving.

We'll have approximately 60 seconds before they trace it.

- What do you mean, "approximately"? - Well, 60 seconds is perfect.

- I just need to talk to her. - Then we throw it out the window.

- It's the only thing I can think of. - Great. Thanks.

Okay?

Forty seconds.

Long time no see.

Whatever you need, just make it quick.

Take it easy.

They're watching me.

- What are you involved in? - It's better if you don't know.

- Emilia needs to contact her children. - What?

Just make sure this makes it into Maria's hands.

I'm just the messenger.

We need to talk.

I was just leaving.

Aguirre.

You have him.

Thanks for confirming it.

I understand what you're doing.

The general has put many people on alert, and I'm sure he's willing to talk.

I also understand the general's perspective.

You're a neutral party.

You have contacts, but you aren't in the executive branch or military.

I think it's a reasonable strategy.

- But there is a flaw. - What?

In the video, Aguirre never says

that he had anything to do with President Nava's death.

In fact, he repeatedly denies it.

Now you'll say this is outside my jurisdiction.

But no one needs to know.

I just need to talk to him first.

- Talk about what? - I need to give him a message.

I can do that for you.

My boss, the president,

wants me to deliver it in person.

But don't worry, Patricia.

We're all on the same side.

We want the same thing:

for General Aguirre to keep a low profile,

and for us to get back to work like before.

Turn it on at 2:00 p.m. On the dot!

I need to know you're okay.

Barquet was wrong to remove me from my post.

That video wouldn't hold up in court.

There is no tactic,

argument or evidence that will sway public opinion.

All of Mexico believes you are guilty.

Ana Vargas-West came to see me.

And? What happened?

She came because she has a message from the president.

They want to talk to you.

I bet.

You weren't involved in Diego's assassination, were you?

Of course not.

Well, that's our problem.

If what you say is true,

then you're out of my jurisdiction.

But if you speak with Ana,

they're willing to overlook that detail.

Damn it.

All I ask is that you don't say anything.

As soon as Ana leaves, you can make your statement.

Then, I will get you out of the country safely.

Did you read it?

Just a little.

Which part?

- Someone was in my room. - You're coming into mine!

- Get out, Maria! - Shut up, Emiliano!

- They left a cell phone on my bed. - Are you sure?

Am I sure? Yes, I'm sure, Dolores. You think I'm imagining things?

Aguirre has agreed to see us.

I think we should reach some sort of agreement.

I want reassurance that he won't use anything against me.

Yes, sir.

Keep me informed, please.

- Hello? - Maria?

Mom? Mom, where are you?

Listen, I don't have much time.

- I know you have many questions. - Why did you leave? Where did you go?

Listen.

- I just need you to know... - Twenty.

I just need you to know that I didn't kill your father.

I never could have hurt him. Okay, but come back, please.

I can't.

Listen.

I need you to be strong.

I need you to be strong for me and your brother.

- Understand? - Forty.

- I promise I'll explain everything soon. - Mom, I want to see you. Wherever you say.

It's too dangerous.

Wherever, whenever.

- We can meet in secret, okay? - Maria, listen.

You and your brother are the most important things in my life.

Did you hear that?

I love you with all my heart.

I love you more than anything.

Mom, don't hang up, please.

I beg you, please, Mom.

And by the way...

Don't get me wrong, babe. This is something else.

Come on, Ana.

What's wrong?

There.

Relax.

Okay?

Everything will be okay.

OK. Tonight, but very briefly. At 8:00 p.m., outside of CENAPAZ.

DON'T TELL ANYONE!

As the saying goes...

"Power confuses fools, but drives assholes crazy."

Did you ever suspect Aguirre?

No.

I've never even heard rumors.

I was as surprised and sickened as you.

Thanks for coming.

You and the other generals will help me present a united front.

That's why we're here, Mr. President. To support you no matter what.

Five minutes.

Thanks.

General.

Your hand is shaking.

- You're more nervous than I am. - Sorry.

Have a seat, please.

It's a great responsibility...

...to speak on behalf of the president.

I've had to send soldiers to their deaths on behalf of the president.

So, if you came to impress me...

...with all that talk about doing your duty...

to serve a president who, by the way,

came to power because of an accident,

you'll have to do better than that, Ms. Vargas-West.

I don't need to impress you.

I know why you're on that side of the table and I'm on this one.

I'm clear about who I am.

Yes? A glorified secretary?

In this case, I'm a messenger with an offer

that could save your life.

But if you feel good about referring to me like that,

go ahead.

What's the offer?

If you talk to us, and not Patricia...

...the president can guarantee you won't receive a prison sentence.

An acquittal...

...in exchange for your full cooperation

in dismantling the sources of corruption and criminality in this country.

But who will protect me from all the enemies I have out here?

Not in jail, but in Mexico.

It's the same as a death sentence.

So, messenger,

tell your boss he needs to make a better offer.

- Hello? - I need your help.

I'm busy now. I'll call you later, okay?

I talked to her.

Daniela.

Just a sec.

Okay.

Don't do anything. Send me the address, and I'll come over.

- Okay? - Okay.

- You don't know anything. - What was your plan?

Go visit your friends, the Mendozas?

In Houston?

What?

Three letters, General.

So, now you're telling me that it wasn't enough

to have fucked the president?

You want to fuck over your country, too?

Yes.

I have two bosses, two countries.

And I think that only by working together,

even if they don't want to,

will we be able to get rid of scum like you.

Not just a whore, but a traitor.

How would you like it if someone else knew about this?

You wouldn't act like such a big shot then.

At this point, anyone could tell you're clutching at straws, General.

I have two minutes left.

What will it be?

Mexico or death?

Sometimes what you know is so bad,

so rotten...

...that it's better to go with the unknown.

So... fuck your boss,

fuck your offer,

and fuck you!

That's the answer I was expecting.

But, you know,

I'm only following orders.

Where are you going?

Nowhere, Emiliano. Go back to your room.

Mom left that cell phone in your room.

- I don't know what you're talking about. - Did you talk to her?

Did she ask about me?

Yes. And she told me she didn't do it.

That she never would have hurt Dad, okay?

She said she loves you and she'll see you soon.

But you can't tell anyone.

And you didn't see me leave, okay?

I keep thinking about that night.

We're chasing a ghost.

It's a cartel without a name and without a leader.

Let's see...

If Ovni can get new cell phones, maybe you can talk to your kids again.

No, Zyan is right.

It puts everyone at risk. All of us.

- Where's Daniela? - She went out. Should I call her?

Please.

Did they ask for anything else? Besides not making public statements?

Yes.

They wanted to bury me, secrets and all.

No way.

The general fucked up.

Are you here under no constraint and of your own free will?

Don't make me laugh.

To which country, my dear?

You recently appeared in a video.

Why did you make it?

I don't remember. I was drugged.

Enough excuses, General.

Is everything you say in the video true?

Yes.

One of your statements

was about collusion between the army and the Pacific cartel.

Since when have they been linked?

- Don't be so naive, Dr. Lieberman. - Do you want me to leave?

I want to remind you that if I leave, the deal goes with me.

Look, honey.

How many people can help two countries with their messes at the same time?

Are you sure?

You sure you want to do this?

Okay.

Was President Nava aware of those dealings with traffickers?

No.

Was he involved in drug trafficking?

Maybe indirectly.

Everyone knows that politics creates connections...

General?

General?

General?

Call an ambulance, please!

- What is this, Daniela? - It's okay.

No, no! Don't hurt us, please!

Okay, okay! Just don't hurt us!