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

Ingrid straight in the eye. “I’m just following Grandpa’s wishes. If you have any questions or complaints, please contact my

ignored Ingrid and followed Jaydon to his car…

Ingrid’s face turned

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,

Three days later.

meeting was being held

Derick, Ryan, and the two other directors, Mr. Roger

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

Group, but he had

bought his shares

is here as

Mr. Paul were eager to fawn on Bruce as if he was the

interest in the two men. However, even though he was just sitting there silently, the others were still afraid of

Soon, Joanna arrived.

wearing a black suit with a white striped

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

complete career lady.

personnel, please leave! This is a board meeting, not a family discussion!” Joanna glanced at Ingrid and her two stepbrothers as she

all more capable at least than

table furiously and stood up. “Mom’s right! Who are you to take the

Chapter 5

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

lawyer, Mr. Brycen, nudged his glasses and said sternly, “Mr. Haynes, Mrs. Haynes, please mind your manners!

me? Can she even afford a

at Derick coldly and called out to her

moment, eight burly security men

personnel, please step

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