Alan and Robert entered into a contract under which Alan was to deliver food products on a regular basis to Robert for two years and Robert was to pay for these products upon delivery. After about two months, Lauren told Robert that Alan was "selling products containing chemicals banned by the FDA." Lauren had reason to believe the statements were true because she had obtained a list of banned chemicals from the FDA, two of which were contained in Alan's products. Due to Lauren's statement, Robert told Alan he would not accept or pay for any more products delivered by Alan. Alan wants to sue Lauren. Does Alan have a valid claim against Lauren?

A.No, because Alan did not suffer any emotional distress

B.Yes, because Lauren's statements were negligently made

C.No, because Lauren's statements were not fraudulently made