Chapter 6134

Bernard Arnault’s abrupt challenge left the CNN reporter feeling embarrassed.

His initial goal was to create a public discourse that might benefit Heishui Company by framing a provocative question. While he knew not many people might be swayed, just planting doubts would shift the focus onto the opposing side.

However, he did not anticipate that Bernard Arnault would outright refute him in front of a multitude of reporters, leaving him feeling somewhat humiliated.

He could only respond awkwardly, saying, “Mr. Arnault, I’m not Sherlock Holmes. I merely presented my assumptions and sought your comments based on them. It’s perfectly fine if you disagree with my views, but I hope you won’t misunderstand my intentions.”

Bernard Arnault sneered, “Misunderstanding? Do you think I’m oblivious to what you American journalists are after? You realize that the situation on White Horse Island has caused significant repercussions, so you’re trying to defend Blackwater Company, aren’t you?”

The reporter, now flustered, replied, “You’ve misunderstood my point. I’m not trying to defend Blackwater Company; I simply wanted to share my personal opinion.”

With a condescending laugh, Bernard Arnault remarked, “How amusing. As a reporter, you come here under the guise of an interview, but you’re really aiming to voice your own views and push your agenda on audiences worldwide. Don’t you think that’s a blatant violation of journalistic ethics?”