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.

by his side. She longed to be with him, but faced with such an unprecedented crisis in the Ashbourne family’s history, she could barely

don’t be afraid.”

with concern as he comforted her, “We’re all here for you.

Evadne removed her hands from

thank you for coming so

intense, “No matter what happens, my loyalty to

The bitterness rose in her throat, “But don’t worry, I’ll find a suitable secretary soon. You won’t be inconvenienced for long.”

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 still trust me, if you don’t mind that I’m not as quick as I used to be, then please

again; she was

way to the chairman’s office, Jason raised his concerns again.

leaving a loophole? He’s notorious for spilling secrets and now, without an agreement, he’ll surely stir up trouble behind our backs!”

deliberately for that rat to crawl into I’m waiting for him to take the bait.”

in shock,

real power, did you?” Evadne’s eyes were icy as she continued, “There are no secrets that time doesn’t reveal. My father’s collapse at the company, even without a hospital visit,

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

now understanding her strategy, gave her a thumbs–up, “Wow! Ms. Ashbourne, you’re so cunning, er, I mean,

the medical team had just left. Emeric’s condition had stabilized, but his spirits were

tell the family?” Evadne asked Thaddeus, her

her waist and pulling her close with tenderness, “They’ll have to know sooner

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

shoulder it all alone,” Thaddeus now was getting

all taken care of,” she replied weakly,

but kiss her cheek, his heart racing.

scolding, even a punch, because she was

on with Dad’s health?” Evadne asked, anxiety lacing her

could with limited resources. They stabilized him for now, but further examination at a hospital is needed.

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

smile gracing his lips, “Honestly, for a man like Mr. Ashbourne who’s lived his life

insult over injury,

Warner, we can’t call Chasel in for

sighed dejectedly, “If Emeric had a broken arm or leg, I

all, it’s my fault.” Thaddeus‘ stomach twisted with remorse and guilt, “It must have been that medication. The effects were too aggressive; it caused side effects! I should never have been so

for this; please don’t

stroked his cheek before approaching her father. At that moment, Emeric lay still

to her. As a child,

an instant. There he was,

“Emeric, hey.”

age, who’s going to talk nonstop about this? To brag about their zero moral stand? Besides, we Ashbournes run this whole Group. If I pulled a