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 crisis in the Ashbourne

Ashbourne, don’t be

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

a deep breath, Evadne removed her hands from her face, her complexion pale as snow.

you for coming so

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

sorry to you and Nydia.” The bitterness rose in her throat, “But don’t worry, I’ll find

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

again; she was too moved

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

aren’t you leaving a loophole? He’s notorious for spilling secrets and now, without an agreement, he’ll surely stir

“I left that rat hole open deliberately for that rat to crawl into

gasped in

did you?” Evadne’s eyes were icy as she continued, “There are no secrets that time doesn’t reveal.

to exploit it. To kill him, we have to

strategy, gave her a thumbs–up, “Wow! Ms. Ashbourne, you’re so

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

asked Thaddeus, her eyes brimming

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

broad shoulder, her fists trembling with tension. She was Emeric’s daughter and knew her father

Don’t shoulder it

care of,”

Thaddeus couldn’t help but kiss her cheek,

take the scolding, even a punch, because she was his wife, and there was

really going on with Dad’s health?”

resources. They stabilized him for now, but further examination at a hospital

point, what does his pride matter? Is that more important

a wry smile gracing his lips, “Honestly, for a man like Mr. Ashbourne who’s lived his life with such dignity, losing face can be worse than

over

fiasco with Warner, we can’t call Chasel in for help

broken arm or leg, I

medication. The effects were too aggressive; it caused side effects! I should never have been

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

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

unshed tears. Her father’s silhouette had always been an insurmountable mountain to her. As a child, he stood

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

“Emeric, hey.”

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