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Investigation - The Other Side: The Misunderstood Story
1 month after the scandal
Why am I investigating this tragedy?
Many people believe that Arvin Maustin is a bad person
with a black soul and a heart of stone
But I believe that he is a victim of his circumstances.
I intend to discover the truth behind this tragedy, this ugly spectacle.
Arvin!
Hello.
Hello. How are you?
(Song: Ojala que te mueras "I hope that you die" by Pesado)
I hope that you die, that the earth opens up and swallows you
That everyone forgets you. I hope that the doors of heaven close and...
Like ***. But a little better.
Like ***.
What type of ***?
The *** of a cocker [spaniel]
that has eaten chocolate.
Yes. How interesting. Poor doggy!
Are you ready for the interview?
Yes, I'm totally ready. I want all of the world
to understand what happened.
And to understand what happened...
we need to start at the beginning.
What were you thinking during the exam?
I was thinking of my mom... I told this to the professor...
4 months before the scandal
(Blackboard: Don't cheat!)
Class, we have no more time. Turn in your exams now, please.
NOW, please.
And Arvin, stay here after class.
I saw what you did.
Come here, Arvin. Give me your exam please.
Let me see
See, here is the problem
you simply need to multiply these terms
and you'd have the right answer.
Oh thanks, sir. And thank you for helping me fulfill my mom's dream
to have a son graduated from the University of North Carolina!
Without you, she would spend every night crying.
You're welcome, Arvin... but you know that
there are other ways to get good grades
And the consequences of cheating are very grave.
Yeah but for me these consequences don't matter.
And the other ways are for nerds.
I am a star athlete, I don't need these other ways.
Look, Arvin, the truth is you are a star athlete
but also, the reality is you are a student
Since you are a star athlete, I will continue to help you
but I hate to do this. I would much prefer you study more.
And also, I think your mother would not want a cheating son.
Yes, that's true. But... really, no one
has ever
taught me to study well...
Look, I can teach you
but you have to work a little harder in my class
Please come to my office hours every week
Monday afternoons, at 4 o'clock more or less
and together we can improve your grades.
Ahh no, I don't have enough time. I have obligations to my team.
Like practicing, lifting weights, sleeping...
partying...
Look, Arvin, if you don't change, I will have to turn you in to the police.
No no no! We don't need to include the police
But, if you didn't have enough time... what would YOU do?
If I didn't have enough time, I would talk to my coach
and he and I would discuss the possibility of practicing a little less
and studying a little more.
Yeah that's great, but the truth is my coach is an ***!
I'm sorry you feel that way. I know your coach, Dutch,
and he's a good person. If you spoke with him, he would understand.
Yeah... we'll see. But... you won't turn me in to the police, will you?
I won't turn you in if you play well this weekend...
Ohhh nice! I'll play super well.
Go to practice!
How did you meet the Agent for Professional Athletes?
Well, I was only relaxing after a tough practice
in front of a cafe on campus.
2 weeks before the scandal
Do you like that, Arvin?
I have more cookies, and better things if you want.
How do you know my name?
And where did you buy this magnificent cookie?
Don't worry about it. Some elves made it.
Elves? Really? Can I find them?
Have patience.
Have you thought of your future, Arvin?
Where do you see yourself in 15 years?
I haven't thought much of my future
My life totally consists in sports.
But it's important that you think of your future!
Imagine if you break your leg tomorrow. What would you do?
Hmm you're right.
I'm nothing more than a kid.
Look, I can help you with all of your problems.
I am an Agent of Professional Athletes, but I promise
I sincerely want to help you.
When you finish college, I will be at your side
when you're negotiating your first contract with a professional team
I will be at your side when your first child is born
I will take care of you when you are sick
and care for your child when you need to play football
or when you want to party.
I will sing to you when you can't sleep in the night.
I can be everything that you want.
And more than this.
More than you can imagine.
Arvin, did you hear me?
Sorry, but this cookie is delicious.
But... I never thought I would need an agent this early.
Thanks, but I think I'll wait until after graduation.
But I can help you now!
What do you want?
A G6?
A cocker? A new car?
Women?
Tell me, and I'll bring it to you.
What happened when you understood for the first time
that you would have consequences for your actions?
I was eating and listening to music...
2 days before the scandal
Cosmic Cantina?
Yes...?
With guacamole and salsa?
Of course...?
How interesting.
I just ate there as well.
That IS interesting...
but who are you?
For you
I am a nightmare.
I will be the worse thing that has ever happened to you.
I'm confused. What happened?
What did I do to earn your hatred?
You've ignored the rules of the University
and the state, and the nation.
If we don't have respect for the norms and rules,
society will fall to pieces!
My work commands... Commands! That I look for,
investigate, and find
the criminals that ignore the rules,
I am the star of the team.
You can't do anything.
I'm protected by my athletic talents.
You will see that I also have power.
Your athletic talents can help you on the football field
but in the real world
you are a tiny bug that I will crush with my foot!
When I cause your suspension
you won't graduate with a degree.
You'll work in McDonald's forever!
No, the power is all mine!
You and what army?
What are you gonna... do..?
What part of the events of the scandal were the most embarrassing?
Without a doubt it was the press conference
where everyone found out about my errors...
In the middle of the scandal
Good afternoon, I am Agent Bigote-K
and I am here with Dutch Bavis, Mrs, Maustin, and The Professor.
I am sorry to inform you all about the injustice of Arvin Maustin.
When I started this investigation, I almost
could not believe what I was discovering
But the reality is that there is strong evidence
that Maustin has received prohibited gifts
and academic help on an exam.
Now Coach Dutch and I will try to answer your questions.
Yes, here.
Thanks, Bigote, what gifts did Arvin receive?
Ah... a new car
a G6
a cocker spaniel
a woman
and 2 Blizzards from Dairy Queen.
Where is there a Dairy Queen near here?
I'm only going to say that
it is not close..
Next question.
Yes, here.
Thanks. Bigote, were there other students who participated
in the cheating scandal, or received prohibited gifts?
The eligibility of some athletes is in doubt,
but nothing is certain at this point.
Yes, thanks! Mrs. Maustin, when you heard the news,
how did you feel?
I felt... sick.
My dream of having a son graduated from the University of North Carolina
was destroyed!
Now I spend every night
...crying.
Yes, you in the middle.
Yes, thanks, Mrs. Maustin - did you know that you had a cheater for a son?
My angel? I thought he was a perfect child and very honest!
I still believe that he is innocent. It's not his fault.
It's totally the damned Agent for Professional Athletes!
Thanks. Mrs. Maustin, did you receive some gifts?
Well... Arvin bought me a new car...
very nice. Zero to 60 in 2 seconds flat! Yeah. I like it a lot.
But I thought he used money from his scholarship.
I didn't know the Agent had bought it with dirty money.
Coach Bavis! Where is your favorite place to party?
Did you give chocolate to the cocker?
Where did the G6 go?
What type of car did Arvin get?
How many hours do you sleep each night?
How was your trip to Miami?
What type of Blizzard do you and Maustin like?
How many women fit in the G6 at the same time?
What will happen to the cocker???
Enough, enough! We can't discuss this information at this time.
Thanks... Professor, why did you participate in the scandal?
I only wanted to help Arvin with his studies.
If he worked a little harder, we wouldn't be in this situation.
But really, I was pressured by the University to give him grades
high enough for him to keep playing.
You in corner.
Thanks. Bigote, what punishments will the players get, especially Arvin?
We haven't decided the punishments
But they will not be very happy.
Unfortunately, we don't have much time. Thank you for the questions
And we will have more information for you next week.
Until later.
I understand that you are not a liar.
Everyone has problems and makes mistakes,
In my opinion, everyone deserves more chances.
But why did you take the G6 and the cocker?
Because I wanted to visit my grandmother in the hospital!
She was very sick and I thought the cocker would make her happier.
You're a marvelous grandson.
It's a shame your grandmother can't feel better now,
because you're in an investigation!
Did you know your actions were illegal?
Yes... I knew that.
But the happiness of my family is more important
For me, family and the love of family is more important
than all the rules in the world.
If you had the opportunity, what would you change?
If I had the opportunity, I would study more
and instead of visiting my grandmother using the G6 plane
I would use Skype.
And finally, I would choose a Blizzard of Oreo Mint.
Not vanilla.
Now you understand the truth of this situation.
Arvin in reality has a lovely soul... and a big heart.
He is only misunderstood.
The intention of this report is to inform the public
and to help other athletes to avoid the same mistakes.
The Journalist hopes to win a prize for her magnificent investigations.
Arvin Maustin wants to have a career as a football player
and forget the scandal.
The Professor still works at UNC.
Next semester he will teach a class on Sports Ethics.
We can't reveal the identity or the location of Agent Bigote-K
No one has seen the Agent for Professional Athletes after the scandal.
Dutch Bavis lead the team to a successful season.
Mrs. Maustin lives with the cocker. She still cries in the night.