[ Now that is stepping over the line. Barnaby's expression fades into something less pleasant than it was earlier. Whether or not they're trying to cover their tracks, something just doesn't sit right with him. Especially coming from employees who are supposed to be his own "fans". ]

I would appreciate it if you didn't talk about my colleague that way.

[ Aimed at the employees, of course. ]

He too is a hardworking Hero. Perhaps I should take my business elsewhere if that's how you feel.