"I'll say this once and for all. Listen carefully, and do not ask any follow-up questions because I won't change my answer," she said, her voice firm and confident. "Every accusation or rumor you've spread about Natalie is false. She never plagiarized anything—in fact, she was the victim. I trust her as much as I trust myself. Everything Natalie Ford has said in her defense, I will say the same. Her words are my words. So, after this, don't come to me looking for more answers what Natalie has already answered you."
"So you mean that even if she does something wrong, you would still stand by her side?" a reporter pressed.
Mia looked at him calmly. "Natalie Ford could never do anything wrong. I might, but she wouldn't. That's how much I trust her. I think I've made myself clear. Now, if you'll excuse me."
"Ms Mia..."