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.

him, but faced with such an unprecedented crisis in the

Ashbourne, don’t be

as he comforted her, “We’re all here for you. Chairman Ashbourne will be alright, and so will the K

deep breath, Evadne removed her hands from her face, her complexion pale

for coming

his gaze intense, “No matter what

Nydia.” The bitterness rose in her throat, “But 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

was too moved

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

notorious for spilling secrets

strode forward with purpose, “I left that rat hole open deliberately for that rat to crawl into I’m waiting for him to

in

are no secrets that time doesn’t

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

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

arrived at her father’s side, the medical team had just left. Emeric’s condition had stabilized, but his spirits

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

his head, wrapping 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 yet. Mr. Ashbourne

trembling with tension. She was Emeric’s daughter and knew her father well – they

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

all taken care of,”

incredible,” Thaddeus couldn’t help but kiss

punch, because she was

Dad’s health?” Evadne asked,

for now, but

his pride matter? Is that more important than his

Mr. Ashbourne who’s lived his life with such dignity, losing face can

insult over injury, indeed!

last fiasco with Warner, we can’t call Chasel in for help again.”

a broken arm or leg, I could handle

“It must have been that medication. The effects were too aggressive; it caused side effects! I

this; please don’t beat yourself

At that moment, Emeric lay still on

the sharp sting of unshed tears. Her father’s silhouette had always been an insurmountable mountain to her. As a child, he stood before her, sheltering her from the storm. As she grew, he

aged in an instant. There he was,

“Emeric, hey.”

comforting, “What’s the matter, feeling a bit embarrassed? Heck, what’s the big deal? In this day and 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 stunt at