His Ex Wife is A Billionaire (Evadne and Thaddeus)

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.

She knew her 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 panic that gripped her.

“Ms. Ashbourne, don’t be afraid.”

Jason 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 will the K Group!”

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

“Jason, thank you for coming so quickly.”

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

“I know, 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 long.”

“No, Ms. Ashbourne. I want to be your 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 to be, then please let me be your secretary once more.”

Evadne’s throat tightened again; she was too moved to speak.

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

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

with purpose, “I left that rat hole open deliberately for that rat to crawl into I’m waiting for him to take the bait.”

in shock,

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

an opportunity for a counterattack, and he’ll be itching to exploit it. To kill

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he doesn’t make a move,

“Wow! Ms. Ashbourne, you’re so cunning, er, I mean, brilliantly clever!”

side, the medical team had just left. Emeric’s condition

you tell the family?” Evadne asked

pulling her close with tenderness, “They’ll have to know sooner or later, but let’s not tell

was Emeric’s daughter and knew her father

it all alone,” Thaddeus now was getting bold, but also was speaking the words from

of,” she replied weakly,

Thaddeus couldn’t help but kiss her cheek, his heart

the scolding, even a punch, because she was his wife, and there was no escaping that fact.

Dad’s health?” Evadne asked, anxiety

team did what they could with limited resources. They stabilized him for now, but

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

for a man like Mr. Ashbourne who’s lived his life with such dignity,

over injury,

fiasco with Warner, we can’t call

a broken arm or leg, I could handle it, but neurology, that’s just not my field.”

fault.” Thaddeus‘ stomach twisted with remorse and guilt, “It must have been that medication. The effects were too aggressive; it caused side effects! I

you can’t blame yourself for this; please

cheek before approaching her father. At that moment, Emeric lay still

in a blanket.

sting 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 she

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

“Emeric, hey.”

matter, feeling a bit embarrassed? Heck, what’s the big deal? In this day and age, who’s going to talk nonstop about this?

trying to comfort Chairman Ashbourne, but perhaps a more civilized choice of words

silent, his

wouldn’t beat down by this petty incident, would you?” Evie was growing impatient, “Emeric, can’t you just toughen up a bit? You’ve got so many kids, so many wives to look

“Evadne.”

nearly inaudible, “I’ve let you down, haven’t I?”