Chapter 74

“Welcome to Toronto!” The studio audience erupted in applause as Emma walked onto the set of “Ice Breaking,” her new weekly show about women’s hockey and sports leadership.

Six weeks into their Toronto life, Emma still felt a thrill every time she stepped into the television studio. The show had exceeded all expectations, drawing viewers across North America and sparking conversations about transparency in sports governance.

“Today we’re discussing something revolutionary,” Emma told the cameras. “What happens when sports organizations operate with complete openness? My first guest knows this challenge intimately - NHL Commissioner Aleksander Volkov.”

Alek walked onto the set to enthusiastic applause, settling into the guest chair with the ease of someone who’d grown comfortable with public scrutiny.

“Commissioner Volkov,” Emma began with professional formality that made her smile inside. “Six weeks ago, you implemented the NHL’s first transparency initiative