Juan's tactics were predictable, cycling through the same old tricks. Debra had anticipated this.
"They have a big story? So do we," Debra said calmly. "News thrives on spectacle. And we've got seasoned veterans on our side."
"Seasoned veterans?" Erica's question hung in the air as Garland strode into the room.
"That will be me," he said confidently.
Erica was surprised. "Mr. Eaton? What brings you here?"
"To save the day." Garland snapped his fingers.
The doors swung open, revealing a lineup of New Age journalists and every heavyweight contact Garland had ever cultivated.
Among them were legendary paparazzi who had exposed industry scandals, former chief editors of blockbuster publications, and elite reporters holding the hottest insider resources. Together, they formed an intimidating wall of media prowess.
"These are the titans of journalism," Garland introduced. "With them here, the others will just flock to us."
Erica and Randy gave him a thumbs-up. In this city, only Garland could pull off such a coup.
Liza swept in next, tossing a dossier onto the table. "My family owns great networks. Digging up dirt on Vickie was child's play. Here's everything."
...
Across the street at the Donaldson Building, whispers rippled through the reporters.
"Guys, Mr. Finan is at the press conference."
"Mr. Finan? The paparazzi king who retired after exposing countless scandals?"
"That's him, along with Mr. Pegg's team and Mr. Barclay."
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