The Return of His Unrivaled Ex-Wife by Zara Gibbon

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 reporters! Did you consult your father about the will? Did you consult the Board of Directors? The old man’s

following Grandpa’s wishes. If

that, Joanna ignored Ingrid and

face

few years of time could change Joanna so thoroughly. Ingrid was convinced that it must be Jaydon behind her back. Otherwise, with Joanna’s intelligence,

Three days later.

board meeting was being held

Ingrid, Derick, Ryan, and the two other directors, Mr. Roger and Mr. Paul, all attended the board meeting as agreed.

them, Bruce was also seen at the board

the Haynes Group, but he had never been involved in the management of

he bought his shares purely out of goodwill!

Mr. Everett is here

Roger and Mr. Paul were eager to fawn on Bruce as if he was the man who actually controlled

in the two men. However,

Soon, Joanna arrived.

a white striped

Together with the maroon lips, she was all

career lady.

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

one. Everyone here, Joann, is more qualified than you. We are all more 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.

slammed the table furiously and stood up. “Mom’s right! Who

Chapter 5

done 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 here, or I’ll kick you out

Mrs. Haynes, please mind your manners! Otherwise, my

bluff me? Can she even afford a

merely glanced at Derick coldly and called

a moment, eight burly security men came in.

please step out for the time