Chapter 53

There was a distant look in Ian's eyes.

He even frowned a little.

Ivy was stunned when she saw that reaction.

She began to feel a little awkward.

Still, Ivy didn't reveal her emotions on her face. She straightened herself as she apologized gently.

"Ian, no matter what, I'm the one at fault for what happened today. I'm willing to take any punishment or reprimand."

With the explanations so far, Ivy's actions seemed excusable.

Ian didn't probe further. He said in a cold voice, "We can't afford any mistakes in this matter. Get someone to look into Benjamin. If he wasn't framed, cancel the investment plans."

Ivy hastily said, "Don't worry, I've already asked someone to look into it. If there really is something off with him, you don't even have to say the word. I won't dare to partner with him."

Ian's expression relaxed a little. He rubbed his temples for a bit. "If there's nothing else, you can leave now."

Ivy could see that Ian was experiencing discomfort. She asked gingerly, "I