the account existed before Olivia became his assistant.
It did not explain why some of the recent expenses had been routed through it.
Daniel called the following day.
“I’ve found the fund’s original policy,” he said. “It was created by Alexander’s father for staff assistance and approved community projects.”
“So Olivia could use it for those reasons?”
“If she followed the rules and obtained the required documentation. The account itself was legitimate.”
“And the apartment?”
“That’s what we’re still examining. The lease costs were coded as executive support. The records we have
don’t show a clear approval from Alexander for every payment.”
“Did his father give him authority over the fund?”
“Yes, but the policy required reporting and review. Alexander appears to have relied on staff to manage the details.”
I looked at the packet on my kitchen table.
“So Olivia could have used a legitimate fund for things it was never meant to cover.”
