Chapter 225

Gabriel stood in front of Elodie and turned around to face the reporters. ‘The public’s right to know does not absolve you, the media, of your responsibility to separate fact from fiction. Your reckless reporting borders on defamation, and the next time you show up here with baseless accusations, half-baked stories, and unchecked facts, expect a swift response from our legal team.’ The crowd of reporters stirred. Gabriel continued in the same stern voice usually reserved for doctors who’d made moronic mistakes, ‘Your names will be added to the blacklist, not just of Northstar and Sanctum, but of every reputable organisation that values integrity and ethical journalism. Consider this your final warning. Now, disperse.’ He turned back, took Elodie’s hand and strode into the lobby without waiting for a response. ‘That was quite a speech.’ She gave him a thumbs-up. ‘You really gave them what-for.’ But they both knew this was far from over. Once they stepped into her office, Gabriel pulled