# Chapter 125: The Price of Truth
Hello everyone, it’s me again! How are you all doing? I hope you’re ready for another emotional rollercoaster, because today’s chapter of *The Untouchable Ex Wife* is filled with sharp words, hidden wounds, and a truth that cuts deeper than any glass shard. So grab a warm cup of tea, settle in, and let’s step into Stefan Hunt’s office—where the air is tense, the accusations are flying, and one woman’s heart is about to be put on the line.
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The moment Stefan Hunt heard Elijah’s slip of the tongue, the mood in the office turned icy. His eyes narrowed into dangerous slits as he demanded, “What do you mean? Why would she buy me things?”
Elijah, ever the loyal assistant, began to answer. “Well, it was Miss Everheart who bought these…”
But before he could expose the whole secret, a sharp cough cut through the air—Renee’s cough. She had no intention of letting Elijah spill everything to her prideful ex-husband. With a quick glance at Stefan, she covered her tracks and said smoothly, “Mr. Hunt, you’re very smart. You know I wouldn’t buy you something unless I had an ulterior motive.”
Stefan let out a disdainful huff. “Hmph, you know yourself well.” He looked down at the scattered mess on the floor—the clothes, the accessories, all the things she had sent over—and his voice turned frosty. “Buy me these things again, and I’ll let you off the hook.”
To him, this was already a concession. If he hadn’t lost control the night before and wronged her so badly, he would never have forgiven her this easily. But he was willing to give her a chance—just this once.
Renee, however, refused to bow so easily. She sneered, “Fine, I’ll buy them for you. These aren’t expensive, after all, so I can easily afford them.” After all, what were a few gifts between frenemies? She was the one who had given them to him in the first place. But then she leaned forward, a dangerous glint in her eyes. “But Mr. Hunt, you should also do something to quell my anger, right?”
Stefan’s expression turned guarded. “Although you have no right to negotiate, I’ll give you a chance to tell me what you want since you did something to make me happy.”
Renee didn’t hesitate. “It’s very simple... just tell me where you moved Joanne to. You know she’s very important to me, and you promised to tell me everything that happened between Joanne and my brother. Don’t break your promise.”
Stefan studied her for a long moment, then gave a reluctant nod. “Joanne is now recuperating at Holy Hospital, which has top-notch facilities that should help her recover faster. As for what happened between your brother and Joanne…” He paused, glancing at Elijah. “Leave.”
With that single word, Elijah bowed and retreated, leaving only the two of them in the tense, silent office.
Stefan turned his gaze to the office chair—now covered in glistening shards of glass from whatever had shattered earlier. A deep frown creased his brow. Renee noticed immediately. Without a word, she stepped forward and carefully cleared the broken pieces, then offered a flattering little smile. “Mr. Hunt, please sit.”
But Stefan wasn’t worried about the chair. His eyes dropped to her hand, and a flicker of concern shadowed his usually cold expression. “Is your hand all right?”
“I’m fine. It’s just a bit of glass—it can’t do anything to me. Let’s get to the point.” Renee met his gaze, eager and impatient. She had waited so long to learn the truth. She needed it.
Stefan shook his head slowly, his gaze complicated. “I can tell you the truth, but I’m not sure if you can handle it.”
“Don’t beat around the bush. Hurry up!” Renee’s patience snapped. She slammed her palm against the table, her inner fire barely contained. *Damn it, if this guy delays again, I’m going to lose my mind. Forget about breaking his coffee machine—I might just break his head!*
Seeing her desperate and fierce, Stefan let out a soft sigh. The truth sat heavy on his chest, and he knew that once spoken, it could never be unsaid.
“Your brother treated Joanne well,” he began slowly, almost cautiously. “In fact, one could say he would have given his life for her. If he had simply treated her as a beloved sister, she would have been happy.”
Renee blinked, confused. “A good relationship? Siblings?” She didn’t understand where he was going.
But Stefan shook his head, a bitter smile curling his lips—a smile that mocked her naivety. “I can only say that the Night Demon is very good at acting... Clearly, you haven’t seen his dark side yet.”
A shiver ran down Renee’s spine. Something deep inside her whispered that she had just found the key to the whole mystery. She wanted more than anything to save her brother—but she also wanted the truth, no matter how painful. Quietly, she pressed on. “That’s why I’m asking you now... Tell me about my brother’s dark side.”
Stefan tilted his head, observing her like a hunter watching a deer step into a trap. Letting out a heavy breath, he finally revealed what he had kept sealed for so long.
“Your brother did treat Joanne well... but his relationship with her had long surpassed a normal sibling bond. It became a pathological possessiveness. Under that gentle exterior, Quinton trapped her like a bird in a golden cage. Joanne lived an oppressed, painful existence. She had tried to escape him several times, but that crazy Quinton always caught her and dragged her back—using every method to tame and punish her.”
He stopped, unwilling to dwell on the gruesome details. He wanted Renee to take in the horror slowly, to let the cruel reality sink in at her own pace.
But even with his restraint, the shock hit her like a wave. Her eyes widened, disbelief flooding every line of her face. “What did you say? A... pathological possessiveness?” She shook her head violently, refusing to accept it. “How is that possible? Quinton treated Joanne well—just like how he treats me! They supported each other since they were kids; they were like a ray of hope for each other. Maybe they were too close, but it couldn’t have been like that. Your twisted mind must have misinterpreted it.”
Stefan looked at her, pity and impatience swirling in his cold eyes. He adjusted his tie and frowned slightly. “Don’t ask for the truth if you can’t handle it.”
And with those words, the chapter closes on a heart caught between love and a horrifying revelation—a woman who must now reshape everything she believed about the brother she adored.
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**Reader’s Impressions & Star Rating:**
Oh my, this chapter was a gut-punch! The emotional tension between Renee and Stefan sizzles with raw intensity—every glance, every word carries years of anger, regret, and unspoken longing. Renee’s fierce vulnerability is so real; she’s trying so hard to be strong while her entire world is crumbling around her. And when Stefan finally reveals Quinton’s dark side, my jaw literally dropped. You can feel Renee’s denial and pain radiating off the page. It’s beautifully written but heart-wrenching. The dialogue crackles, and that ending leaves you breathless. This chapter deserves every bit of praise.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rating: 4.9 / 5 Stars
**Next Chapter Prediction:**
I predict that Renee will go to Holy Hospital to see Joanne herself, hoping to hear the truth from Joanne’s own lips. But visiting Joanne might awaken a dangerous reaction from Quinton or uncover even darker secrets. Meanwhile, Stefan’s protective side might emerge again—will he follow Renee to make sure she’s safe? And what will happen when Renee confronts her brother about everything she’s learned? The next chapter is bound to be explosive!
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