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.”

in front of the reporters! Did you consult your father about the will? Did you consult the Board of Directors? The old man’s just been buried, and you’re trying to take over your father’s position as Chairman?” Ingrid said

“I’m just following Grandpa’s wishes.

ignored Ingrid and followed

Ingrid’s face turned

couldn’t believe that a 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, she wouldn’t dare to treat Ingrid like

Three days later.

board meeting was being held

two other directors, Mr. Roger

at the board meeting, which did not happen a

owned 15% of the Haynes Group, but he had never been involved in the management of the

a matter of fact, he bought

strange! Mr. Everett is

as if he was the man who actually controlled the Haynes Group.

in the two

Soon, Joanna arrived.

with a white striped shirt underneath. Her hair was also

Together with the maroon lips, she was all businesslike and gorgeous.

complete career lady.

board meeting, not a family discussion!” Joanna glanced at Ingrid and her two stepbrothers as she asked them to

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. You think you, an immature

being a bad–tempered lad, slammed the table furiously and stood up. “Mom’s right! Who are you to take the Chairman’s seat from Dad?

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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 myself”

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

to bluff me? Can she even afford a lawyer?”

coldly and called out to her

moment, eight burly security men came in.

said, “All non–essential personnel, please step out for the time