Chapter 418

Ivy's anger flared. "If you refuse my task, I'll dock your pay."

This seemed to be her only leverage over Frederick.

However, Frederick simply smiled. "I gave away my bonus to others. Do you think I care about that?"

Ivy was momentarily taken aback.

Though this tactic was effective with others, it clearly didn't work on Frederick. She needed a different approach, a unique method for someone as unconventional as him.

Ivy pondered Frederick's weaknesses, convinced everyone had one. She recalled how Olivia's salary deduction had bothered him and how Melissa had nearly cried while reporting to her. It was clear these two harbored feelings for Frederick.

A sly smile spread across Ivy's face. "Very well. Since you won't help, I'll assign Olivia and Melissa to investigate. You should know this is a serious case of occupational embezzlement. If they catch the culprit, that person might retaliate harshly."

Frederick's composure wavered. He knew the risks involved. Whoever was responsibl