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.”

say anything 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 sarcastically,

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

ignored Ingrid and followed

face

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

Three days later.

held

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

also seen at the board meeting, which did not happen

the Haynes Group, but he had never been involved in

of fact, he bought his shares purely out of goodwill!

Everett is here as

eager to fawn on Bruce as if he was the man who actually controlled the Haynes Group.

two men. However, even though he was just sitting

Soon, Joanna arrived.

rimmed glasses, she was wearing a black suit with a white striped

on her delicate face. Together with

complete career

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

you? I was almost convinced that you’ve already been the Chairman since you’re acting like one. Everyone here, Joann, is more qualified than you. We are all more capable at least than you of taking over the position

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

Chapter 5

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

Mr. Brycen, nudged his glasses and said sternly, “Mr. Haynes, Mrs. Haynes, please mind your manners! Otherwise, my client can

me? Can she

merely glanced at Derick coldly and called out to her assistant at the door..

eight burly security men

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