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.

to be with him, but faced with such an unprecedented

Ashbourne, don’t be afraid.”

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

a deep breath, Evadne removed her hands from her

you for coming so

“No matter what

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

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 let me

tightened again; she was

the chairman’s office, Jason

Ashbourne, by not having Bevis sign the NDA, aren’t you leaving a loophole? He’s notorious for spilling secrets and now, without

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

in shock, “What?”

continued, “There are no secrets that

it. To kill him, we have to

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

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

you tell the family?” Evadne asked Thaddeus, her eyes

know sooner or later, but let’s not tell them just yet. Mr. Ashbourne doesn’t look well; he

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

If you need your hubby’s help, just ask. Don’t shoulder it all alone,” Thaddeus now

handled, all taken care of,” she replied weakly, sniffling.

Thaddeus couldn’t help but kiss her cheek,

punch, because she was his wife, and there was

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

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

what does his pride matter?

wry smile gracing his lips, “Honestly, for a man like Mr. Ashbourne

over injury, indeed!

Warner, we can’t call Chasel

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

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 careless with Mr.

for this;

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

her. As a child,

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

“Emeric, hey.”

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