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.

father 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

don’t be afraid.”

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

removed her hands from her face, her complexion pale as

you for

gaze intense, “No matter what happens, my

and I’m sorry to you 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

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 to be, then please let me be your secretary

throat tightened again; she was too moved

office, Jason

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

open deliberately for that rat to crawl into I’m waiting for him to take the bait.”

gasped in

didn’t really think the NDA 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

for a counterattack, and he’ll be itching to exploit it. To kill him, we have to let him act. If he doesn’t make a move, how can I retaliate?”

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

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

the family?” Evadne asked Thaddeus,

tenderness, “They’ll have to know sooner or later, but let’s not tell them just yet. Mr.

was Emeric’s daughter and knew her father well – they shared the same temperament. How could

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 from his

of,” she replied weakly,

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

a punch, because she was his wife, and there was no

on with Dad’s health?”

with limited resources. They stabilized him for now, but

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

Mr. Ashbourne who’s

over injury,

we can’t call

arm or leg, I could handle it, but neurology, that’s just not

all, it’s my fault.” Thaddeus‘ stomach twisted with remorse and guilt, “It must have been that medication. The effects were too aggressive;

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

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

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

seemed to have aged in an instant. There he was, curled up silently, a pitiful figure, withered and frail.

“Emeric, hey.”

couch, gently nudging him, trying to sound upbeat and 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