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.

was safe with Thaddeus and Dylan 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 control the panic that

Ashbourne, don’t

eyes red with concern as he comforted her, “We’re all here for

deep breath, Evadne removed her hands from

thank you for coming so

intense, “No matter what happens,

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

ensure you have peace of mind. If you still trust me, if you don’t mind that I’m not as quick

was too moved to

office, Jason raised his concerns

a loophole? He’s notorious for spilling secrets and now, without an agreement, he’ll

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

in shock,

had any 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, is something we

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

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

had just left. Emeric’s

you tell the family?” Evadne asked

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;

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

care of there? If you need your hubby’s help, just ask. Don’t shoulder it all alone,” Thaddeus now was getting bold, but also was speaking the words

all taken care of,”

help but kiss her cheek, his

she was his wife, and there was no escaping that

Dad’s health?” Evadne asked, anxiety lacing her voice.

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? Is that more important than his life?!”

a man like Mr. Ashbourne who’s lived his life with such dignity, losing face can be worse than losing

over

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

I could handle it,

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

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

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

had always been an insurmountable mountain to her. As a child, he

an instant. There he was, curled up

“Emeric, hey.”

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