Murmurs rippled through the crowd.
"We have identified the contaminated ingredient and removed it. All other food has been tested and verified safe." She paused. "However, out of extreme caution, all food court operations are suspended for three days while we conduct a complete safety review."
"What about the people who got sick?" someone shouted.
"They will receive full medical care at my expense. Additionally, each affected customer will be compensated one hundred gold for their distress and inconvenience."
The crowd stirred. One hundred gold was substantial—more than most of them earned in several months.
"Furthermore," Elara continued, "I'm offering free physician examinations to anyone who ate at the supermarket in the last three days and is concerned about their health. Present your receipt at the medical office and the examination cost will be covered."
