# Chapter 145: A Brother's Peace Offering
Hello everyone, it's me again! How are you all doing? Today I will continue to walk with you and review Chapter 145 of "The Untouchable Ex Wife." After all the tension, misunderstandings, and cold silences between Renee and her brother Quinton, we finally arrive at a moment of reconciliation—and what a reconciliation it is! But hold on to your seats, because the gesture Quinton makes in this chapter is so grand, so unexpected, and so deeply moving that it might just leave you speechless. Let's dive right in and witness this emotional family moment unfold together.
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The room had fallen completely silent as Renee opened the small box Quinton had placed before her. Her eyes widened in pure wonder at what lay nestled inside—a strange, dark red substance with a gelatinous texture, shaped almost like an odd mushroom. She had never seen anything quite like it before, and while she couldn't identify what it was, she absolutely could not tear her gaze away.
It called to her somehow, radiating an aura of ancient mystery.
"That item is an ancient mushroom," Haze explained, his voice brimming with barely contained enthusiasm. His eyes sparkled like a child in a candy store, and honestly, he was almost vibrating with excitement. "Generally, it's very rare to find a thousand-year-old mushroom, and even if you do, most of them are white. But this—this is a ten-thousand-year-old mushroom. That's why it's dark red."
Renee's breath caught in her throat.
"It's said to be able to bring people back to life," Haze continued, clearly relishing every word. "Many noble families around the world would pay any price to get their hands on it, just for a chance to live longer. I didn't expect it to be here in Carmine Pawnshop though..." He shook his head in sheer disbelief. "Well, it's certainly the most valuable treasure in this shop."
He was practically glowing now. Haze had always loved studying ancient codes and devouring books about rare treasures, so being able to witness such an extraordinary item with his own eyes today was like a dream come true. This was the kind of artifact he'd only ever read about in yellowed pages and whispered legends.
"Wow, Quinton, you're pretty generous," Haze said, a teasing grin spreading across his face. "You spent a fortune because of your sister. I'm afraid all men will come in pursuit of Phoenix if you announce this as her dowry..." He laughed, clearly joking. "I must get her for this mushroom alone!"
But Renee shot him a fierce look that could have melted steel. "Very funny!"
Haze quickly shut his mouth, raising his hands in mock surrender as Renee turned her attention back to the magnificent mushroom in the box. She stared down at it in awe, a whirlwind of emotions churning inside her.
Then doubt crept in.
"Quinton, it's too much," she said hesitantly, her voice soft with genuine concern. "You should keep it if it's the most valuable treasure here. It's a waste if you give it to me."
A valuable item like this deserved to be kept in the right place. Carmine Pawnshop boasted state-of-the-art security and exceptional expertise in preserving treasures of all kinds—this was unquestionably the best place to store something so precious. She couldn't bear the thought of taking it away and something happening to it under her care.
But Quinton simply waved his hand dismissively, a gentle smile tugging at his lips. "I told you already that Carmine Pawnshop owns a lot of treasures. Giving you one of them is fine. Keep it safe. If anyone gets sick in the future, it may be of use."
Renee shook her head, still hesitant. "But Quinton, I..."
"Just take it." His voice grew firm, but there was deep affection glimmering in his eyes. "You're my sister—you'll have all my belongings in the end anyway. I just chose to give this to you in advance."
He paused, inhaling deeply as if bracing himself for something difficult.
"I... want to apologize for the harsh words I said to you before." His jaw tightened slightly. "If you don't take it, I'll assume you haven't forgiven me, and we're still going to be arguing."
His words were serious, heavy with the weight of true regret. For a man like Quinton—a self-proclaimed male chauvinist who would sooner swallow nails than admit to being wrong—saying those words required immense courage. Renee was, in fact, the very first person he had ever apologized to in his entire life.
And he hadn't stopped at mere words. He had dug deep into his most valuable collection and presented her with the rarest treasure in his possession, all to make things right between them.
That gesture alone spoke volumes about how much he truly valued their sibling relationship.
Renee's heart swelled until she thought it might burst. Tears began to gather in her eyes, hot and unstoppable. "Oh, okay. I'll take it then. Thank you, Quinton."
She swallowed hard, emotion choking her voice.
"I'm sorry, Quinton. You're so nice to me, but I ignored you and angered you for the past few days... I'm so bad!"
The guilt had been eating at her, and now it all came pouring out.
But Quinton shook his head, his expression softening. "No, I was the bad guy here! I'm a man and your brother, but I acted like a child and argued with you. I was wrong." He looked at her earnestly. "Whoever you favor is your choice—I shouldn't have forced my opinions on you and scolded you."
The air between them felt lighter now, as if a great weight had been lifted from both their shoulders. The storm had passed, and family bonds had been mended.
Haze watched the entire exchange with genuine emotion sparkling in his eyes. He was genuinely moved by the sincerity flowing between the siblings, but being who he was, he could never resist stirring the pot slightly. A cheeky grin spread across his face.
"Both of you made a mistake, so you should just slap each other once and move on," he joked.
The effect was immediate.
Both Renee and Quinton snapped their heads toward him at the same time, identical glares of death burning in their eyes. They exchanged a quick glance, a silent understanding passing between them, before turning their combined fury upon poor Haze.
"I think it would be better to slap you instead," they said in perfect unison.
Haze's grin evaporated instantly. He visibly paled, shrinking back and raising both hands in defensive surrender. "Err... forget what I said."
The tension shattered as laughter bubbled up between the siblings. All was right in their world again.
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## Reader's Impressions & Star Rating
Oh my heart! This chapter might not have had high-octane action or dramatic confrontations, but its emotional depth more than made up for it. Watching Quinton swallow his pride and offer such a genuinely precious gift to make amends with Renee was absolutely beautiful. The man is clearly stubborn and set in his ways, but underneath that tough exterior beats a heart that loves his sister fiercely. And Renee's tearful acceptance, her willingness to admit her own faults right alongside him—that showed her grace and emotional maturity.
Haze's constant need to crack jokes in serious moments is infuriating yet also incredibly endearing. He cuts through all the heavy emotion and brings lightness wherever he goes, even if it means becoming the target of his best friends' collective wrath. Those sibling dynamics really shine through in this chapter.
The writing is warm, heartfelt, and shows profound character growth for Quinton. I can't wait to see what happens next with Renee and Stefan!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rating: 4.9 / 5 Stars
## Next Chapter Prediction
Now that Renee possesses a legendary ten-thousand-year-old mushroom with rumored resurrection powers, there's no telling what trouble this might stir up or what attention it might attract. Could Stefan find out about Renee's new treasure? And given that the Everhart family is rumored to be in pursuit of such medicinal wonders, this rare item might soon put Renee right back in the crosshairs of those who wish to harm her. We might also see how Stefan, who seems to have been keeping a watchful eye on Renee all along, reacts now that she possesses something so valuable—and perhaps the secrets of the ring he gave her may finally begin to unveil themselves!
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