# Chapter 173: The Road to Drido Village
Hello everyone, it’s me again! How are you all doing today? I hope life has been treating you kindly. Now, let’s step back into the world of “The Untouchable Ex Wife” and walk together through another emotionally charged chapter. Chapter 173 brings us deeper into the heated confrontation between Leia and Xavier, followed by a decision that could change everything. So grab your favorite drink, settle in, and let’s dive right in!
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The tension between Leia and Xavier crackled like a storm about to break. Leia’s heart was raging with fury and frustration, her every word dripping with venom as she insisted that Shirley had something to do with her ruined face. But Xavier, ever the calm and rational one, tried to slow her down. He gently pleaded with her to stay composed, urging her to look at the bigger picture.
“Calm down...” Xavier tried to console Leia. “I hear you, but I’m afraid this incident isn’t as simple as you think. Shirley holds no grudges against Quinton, and they don’t even talk, so there’s no point in her risking her future to harm him...”
Leia wanted to scream. She wanted to turn around and storm away, slamming the door behind her like a dramatic exit from one of her own fictional worlds. But she couldn’t. She had come here for a favor, a request that she could not abandon no matter how much her pride was burning. So she forced herself to stand there, her teeth grinding together as she sneered at him. “I told you someone told me that she heard the plastic surgeon talking to Shirley on the phone before the surgery. He even asked her to rest assured since he would get the job done. Do you really think she’s innocent? This woman isn’t as simple as you think, but you always regard her as your untouchable first love. You just don’t want to admit it.”
Xavier did not flinch. Instead, his voice turned cold, carrying the weight of someone who had seen too much to be swayed by blind accusations. “You’re wrong,” he said firmly. “I know better than you that there’s more to Shirley than meets the eye. If not, I wouldn’t have fallen out with her... I just want you to properly analyze who the culprit is.”
There was a moment of silence. Leia’s anger dimmed, replaced by a reluctant flicker of consideration. Perhaps Xavier was right. Perhaps she was being impulsive, letting her pain cloud her judgment. But still, she could not shake the certainty that clutched her heart. “At the very least, I’m sure she was a part of it even if she wasn’t the culprit. It’s fine as long as I find her and ask her about it, right?”
Xavier gave a slow, hesitant nod. “Sure, I’ll go with you.”
Leia blinked, genuinely surprised. “Why? Are you afraid that I’ll make things difficult for your first love?”
Xavier shook his head. “No, she can easily deal with you given how straightforward you are. You’re gullible and can be easily bullied. It’s better if I watch over you.”
That answer stung, but it also carried a strange sense of care. Leia was no longer sure whether Xavier was more worried about Shirley or about her. But either way, she had gotten what she wanted—his company on this journey.
Before they could go anywhere, Xavier had work to do. He had always been a man who prepared meticulously for every storm. He picked up his phone and contacted the business department, his voice calm but authoritative. “Look into Shirley’s current schedule and send a copy of it to my phone.”
Shirley had been suspended from the company, and so her schedule was admittedly light. Currently, she was involved in a slow-burning variety show called *Happy Days*, a project she had signed onto a year ago. The concept was simple: a group of celebrities would spend a month living a primitive, peaceful life in a remote village. But there was nothing “simple” about it for Shirley. She despised the idea of manual labor and rough living. The thought of her delicate skin turning rough and tanned over thirty days was nothing short of a nightmare.
Her fans believed she was diligent and hardworking, but behind the scenes, the production crew and fellow cast members were less impressed. They complained that she was too pretentious, that she wanted nothing but a comfortable life. They whispered that she relied on her assistant for everything—even something as basic as feeding her.
So, in an ironic twist, the company had accepted this kind of variety show for her, specifically to soften her image. If it proved successful, Shirley might earn a highly profitable endorsement deal, and the company might finally lift her suspension. Ah, the games they play in the world of fame.
According to Xavier’s business department, Shirley had arrived at Drido Village, located in Siebert City, deep within Xavwood, the night before. The living conditions in that village were, to put it lightly, harsh. There were no roads leading in. It was remote, rugged, and utterly out of the way.
Xavier looked at Leia with genuine concern. He knew her wealthy upbringing, how she had been spoiled and pampered by Geronimo’s abundant adoration. She had never done a single household chore. He doubted she had ever even stepped foot in a real village before. “The living conditions there are rather difficult, and I heard that there aren’t any roads. Do you still want to go? I can ask her for you or you can go to her after the shooting is over.”
Leia’s reaction was immediate. “No!” she raised her hand eagerly, her eyes sparkling with excitement. “To be honest, I’ve been watching *Happy Days* for five seasons. I planned to go there to take a look even without Shirley. Now is the perfect time!”
Xavier pressed his forehead into his palm, a resigned sigh escaping his lips. He knew that once Leia had set her mind to something, there was no force on earth that could dissuade her. So, he could only nod and prepare for the wild ride ahead. “Okay, I’ll get a car and set off right away.”
And so, the wheels of fate began to turn. A car was being arranged. A village far from civilization awaited them. And in that village, Shirley was about to receive an unexpected guest—one driven by revenge, confusion, and a fragile hope for the truth.
What will happen when Leia finally comes face to face with Shirley? Will the confrontation reveal the truth or only deepen the mystery? And what role will Xavier play when the dust settles?
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**Reader’s Impressions & Star Rating:**
This chapter was a fascinating mix of brewing conflict and subtle character development. I really appreciated seeing Xavier’s rational side—he’s not blindly defending Shirley, which makes him more complex and believable. Leia, on the other hand, is so intensely emotional and impulsive that you can’t help but feel for her, even when she’s being unreasonable. Her determination to confront Shirley is driven by deep pain, and you can sense that this journey is going to be more than just a confrontation—it’s going to be an emotional rollercoaster. The setting change to a remote village also promises interesting dynamics, especially with Shirley in such a vulnerable, unglamorous environment. The pacing was solid, and the chapter sets up a compelling cliffhanger. I’d give this chapter a solid **⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rating: 4.7 / 5 Stars**.
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**Next Chapter Prediction:**
I believe the next chapter will bring the dramatic encounter between Leia and Shirley in the middle of the village. Given Shirley’s personality, she will likely act shocked and innocent at first, but under Leia’s heated accusations and Xavier’s watchful presence, the cracks may begin to show. There’s also a strong chance that we’ll see the real conditions of the village take a toll on everyone—perhaps forcing Xavier to act as a protector in an unexpected way. And somewhere in the chaos, the terrifying truth about the plastic surgery incident might be revealed—maybe not fully, but with enough clues to make us all gasp.
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