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.”

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

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

that, Joanna ignored Ingrid and followed Jaydon to

face turned

thoroughly. Ingrid was convinced that it must be Jaydon

Three days later.

meeting was being held in the Haynes tower.

the two other directors, Mr. Roger and Mr. Paul, all attended the board

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

but he had never been involved in the management of the business.

bought his

Everett is here as well.”

were eager to fawn on Bruce as if

and aloof, showing little interest in the two

Soon, Joanna arrived.

a white striped shirt underneath. Her hair was also tied up.

with the maroon lips, she was

complete career

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

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

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

Chapter 5

Haynes Group? You’re just making a fuss here. Grandpa was old, and his brain wasn’t functional anymore.

glasses and said sternly, “Mr. Haynes, Mrs. Haynes, please mind your manners! Otherwise, my client can sue you for intimidation

to bluff me? Can she even afford a

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

moment, eight burly security men

non–essential personnel, please step