Chapter 5

“Please say something, Mrs. Haynes!” the reporters begged for any answer.

With a polite smile on her face, Ingrid replied confidently. “Thanks for your concerns, fellows. Mr. Everett and my daughter’s wedding will be held on time. As for when and where, that’s not for me to expose. And I beg you to leave some space for the young ones. Thank you!”

“What about Raymond’s will then? Is it true that Joanna is going to take over the Haynes Group?”

“Well… um, of course, that’s not true. That’s nothing but a rumor. The Haynes Group is too large to be left in an inexperienced girl’s hands!”

Ingrid knew Joanna very well. Ever since the girl was a kid, she had been a stupid and cowardly pushover.

Hence, Ingrid was sure that she was able to manipulate Joanna, and the latter would give up the control of the Haynes Group…

Meanwhile, Joanna and Jaydon walked out of the cemetery as well.

“Joanna, are you about to take over the Haynes Group?”

“Did Raymond make a will to bequeath the position of head of the family to you?”

“Yes,” Joanna answered calmly and crisply.

This one single word was like a slap on Ingrid’s face.

“So, Ms. Haynes, is it okay to reveal the contents of the will?”

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“About the will, I’ve delegated full power to my lawyer to handle it. There will be a press conference to announce the contents of the will! Thank you. for your concern.”

Ingrid’s mouth twitched in embarrassment as she glared at Joanna with her teeth gritted.

“This little bitch,” she thought. “It’s only been a couple of years, but she’s not that stupid anymore.”

the will? Did you consult the Board of Directors? The old man’s just been buried, and you’re trying to take over your

around and looked Ingrid straight in the eye. “I’m just following Grandpa’s wishes. If you have

and followed Jaydon

Ingrid’s face

time could change Joanna so thoroughly. Ingrid was convinced that it must be Jaydon behind her back. Otherwise, with

Three days later.

being held in the Haynes

and the two other directors, Mr. Roger and Mr. Paul,

to them, Bruce was also seen at the board meeting, which did not happen

had never been involved in the management

matter of fact, he bought his shares purely out of

strange! Mr. Everett is here as

on Bruce as if he was the man who actually

sullen face, noble and aloof, showing little interest in the two men. However, even though he was just sitting there silently, the others were still afraid

Soon, Joanna arrived.

a black suit with a white

on her delicate face. Together with the maroon lips, she was all

A complete career lady.

This is a board meeting, not a family discussion!” Joanna glanced

capable at least than you of taking over the position of Chairman. The Haynes Group is too much of a big deal to be left in your hands. You think you,

up. “Mom’s right! Who are you to take the

Chapter 5

for the Haynes Group? You’re just making a fuss here. Grandpa was old, and his brain wasn’t functional anymore. So that doesn’t count. Get out of

nudged his glasses and said sternly, “Mr. Haynes, Mrs. Haynes,

to bluff me? Can she even

coldly and called out to her

moment, eight burly security men

non–essential personnel, please

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