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.

side. She longed to be with him, but faced with such an

don’t

knelt beside her, his eyes red with concern as he comforted her, “We’re all

from her face, her complexion pale as snow.

for

saying?!” Jason’s eyes widened, his gaze intense, “No matter what happens, my loyalty to

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

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

she was too moved to speak.

office, Jason raised his

by not having Bevis sign the NDA, aren’t you leaving a loophole? He’s notorious for spilling secrets and now, without an agreement, he’ll surely stir up

left that rat hole open deliberately for that rat to crawl into I’m waiting for him to take the

in

continued, “There are no secrets that time doesn’t reveal. My father’s collapse at the company, even without

counterattack, and he’ll be itching to exploit it. To kill him,

her a thumbs–up, “Wow! Ms. Ashbourne,

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

the family?” Evadne asked

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 doesn’t look well; he needs some peace

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

Don’t shoulder it all alone,” Thaddeus now was getting bold, but also was speaking the

taken care of,” she

incredible,” Thaddeus couldn’t help but kiss her cheek, his

even a punch, because she was his wife,

with Dad’s health?” Evadne asked,

now, but further

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

for a man like Mr. Ashbourne who’s

over

with Warner, we can’t call

“If Emeric had a broken arm or leg, I could handle it,

The effects were too aggressive; it

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

At that moment, Emeric lay still on the couch, his back to them,

sharp sting of unshed tears. Her father’s silhouette had always been an insurmountable mountain to her. As

There he was, curled up silently, a pitiful figure, withered and frail.

“Emeric, hey.”

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