His Ex Wife Is A Billionaire

Chapter 658

Jason gave a solemn nod, pulling a stack of papers from his briefcase and distributing them to the directors.

“Non–disclosure agreements?!”

The room erupted in disbelief, the air thick with indignation; they questioned, “Ms. Ashbourne, what is the meaning of this? We’ve been your father’s trusted associates for years, comrades in arms who helped him build his empire. How could you distrust us? Are you looking down on us or something?!”

Evadne’s gaze was unwavering, her voice cool and composed, “You’re taking this too seriously. This is merely a precaution to safeguard my father, the K Group, and all your interests. It has nothing to do with respect or the lack thereof. A non–disclosure agreement is a protective measure. It’s meant for those with less than honorable intentions. You are not only my father’s business partners but his friends. I trust none of you would do anything to tarnish his reputation. This is just to ensure we are all secure. Otherwise, why bother with contracts in business at all, right?”

Her words were diplomatic, leaving no room for argument. Otherwise, wouldn’t they be admitting to being the untrustworthy ones she hinted at?

Soon enough, every NDA was signed.

Jason’s brow furrowed as he leaned in to whisper to Evadne, “Ms. Ashbourne, Bevis is missing.”

“I know. There’s no rush. We’ll discuss it in a moment,” her bright eyes were shadowed with concern.

After collecting all the signed agreements, the directors, having lost their patience, didn’t even bother with pleasantries. They stood and made for the door.

“Now that you’ve all signed.” Evadne swiveled her chair to face away from them, her voice icy, “I must remind you that the company has a stringent set of bylaws. The most important of which states that no director shall act against its best interests. Any violation of this rule will result in expulsion from the board and a permanent ban from reappointment. Is that understood?” The directors, feeling the weight of her words like a heavy stone upon their chests, had no response. They left in haste, the conference room falling silent once more.

In that moment of solitude, Evadne’s strength seemed to drain from her, her hands covering her face as she bent forward, her body succumbing gradually.

faced with

Ashbourne, don’t be

eyes red with concern as he comforted her, “We’re all here for you. Chairman Ashbourne will be alright, and so will

removed her hands from her face,

for coming so quickly.”

Jason’s eyes widened, his gaze intense, “No matter

Nydia.” The bitterness rose in her throat, “But don’t worry, I’ll

Ashbourne. I want to be your secretary.” Unable to accept it, Jason shook his head fervently, “I don’t care for high positions or riches. I just want to ease your burdens and ensure you have peace of mind. If you

throat tightened again; she was too moved

chairman’s office,

He’s notorious for spilling secrets and now, without an agreement, he’ll surely stir

with purpose, “I left that rat hole open deliberately for that rat

gasped in shock,

“There are no secrets that time doesn’t reveal. My father’s collapse at the company,

exploit it. To kill him, we have to let him act. If he doesn’t make a move, how

Ms. Ashbourne, you’re so cunning, er, I mean, brilliantly

team had just left. Emeric’s condition had stabilized, but

you tell the family?” Evadne asked Thaddeus, her eyes brimming with tears.

an arm around her waist and pulling her close with tenderness, “They’ll have to know sooner or later, but let’s not tell them just

gaze, Evadne leaned her forehead against his broad shoulder, her fists trembling with tension. She was Emeric’s daughter and knew her father well – they

need your hubby’s help, just ask. Don’t shoulder it all alone,” Thaddeus now was getting bold, but

taken care of,”

but kiss her cheek,

was his

really going on with Dad’s health?” Evadne asked, anxiety

team did what they could with limited resources. They stabilized him for now, but further examination at a hospital is needed. However, Mr.

was furious, “At this point, what does his pride matter? Is that

for a man like Mr. Ashbourne who’s lived his life with such

insult over injury, indeed!

can’t call

I could handle it, but neurology, that’s just not

twisted with remorse and guilt, “It must have been that medication. The effects were too aggressive; it caused side effects!

for this; please don’t beat yourself up.”

his cheek before approaching her father. At that moment, Emeric lay still on the couch, his back to them, covered in a blanket.

As a child, he stood

aged in an instant. There he was, curled up silently,

“Emeric, hey.”

nonstop about this? To brag about their zero moral stand? Besides, we Ashbournes run this whole Group. If I pulled a stunt at the