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.”

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?”

“I’m just following Grandpa’s wishes. If you have any questions or complaints, please contact

ignored Ingrid and

face turned livid.

thoroughly. Ingrid was convinced that it must be Jaydon behind her back. Otherwise, with Joanna’s intelligence, she

Three days later.

held in

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

at the board meeting, which did not happen a

he had never been involved in the management of

matter of fact, he bought

Mr. Everett is here

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

little interest in the two men. However, even though

Soon, Joanna arrived.

was wearing a black suit with a

Together with the maroon lips, she was all businesslike and

career lady.

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

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 of Chairman. The Haynes Group is too much

up. “Mom’s right!

Chapter 5

Group? You’re just making a fuss here. Grandpa was old, and his brain

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

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

called out

a moment, eight burly security men came

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