# Chapter 194: The Shame That Burned, and the Pond That Almost Had Trouble
Hello, wonderful listeners and readers! How is everyone doing today? I hope you're cozy and ready for another intense chapter of "The Untouchable Ex Wife." Today, we pick up right where the storm left off—because Leia has just done something incredibly reckless, and now her heart is caught between shame, confusion, and a very strange desire to barbecue some fish. Trust me, you will not want to miss a single moment of this!
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Leia could not stay in that ward for one more second. The moment those words escaped her lips, a fierce heat climbed up her neck and scalded her cheeks. She covered her face with both hands and bolted out of the room, her footsteps echoing down the corridor like the frantic beating of her own heart.
What had she just done? What had she just admitted?
She had told them—out loud—that she would no longer fall in love casually. But that wasn't even the worst part. Her pride, her carefully guarded heart, had been trampled so thoroughly that she could barely breathe. Throughout her life, Leia had endured all kinds of pain, betrayal, and disappointment. But no matter how badly things had gone before, never had a relationship wounded her this deeply. Never had a man made her feel so foolish, so exposed, so *small*.
Falling in love? Never again. That was the only lesson she could take from this disaster.
Leia replayed the scene in her mind, and a bitter laugh almost escaped her. Just moments ago, she had pushed Shirley down that hill—accidentally, perhaps, but still. Yet look at fate's cruel sense of humor! Even now, Shirley's loyal, devoted man remained by that woman's bedside, smiling and doting on her. So Leia could not confront Quinton about his affair. She could not demand answers, could not even vent her fury without looking like an absolute monster.
No. She would wait.
She decided, with a cold clarity settling in her heart, that she would stay in this small mountainous village for the time being. She needed to be wherever Shirley was. Until Shirley recovered and the truth could be untangled, Leia intended to keep her eyes wide open and find the mastermind behind this mess. Someone had orchestrated this chaotic collision of lives, and Leia refused to play the fool forever.
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Meanwhile, the entire production crew of *Happy Days* gathered together, their voices blending into a low hum of worried chatter. Shirley was injured, which meant filming had ground to a halt. Everyone huddled in a small house, discussing what to do next.
But Adam noticed something that made his heart clench with concern.
Leia was sitting alone beside a pond in front of the house, her shoulders slumped, her gaze fixed on the water. To him, she looked utterly dejected—like a broken woman who had given up on everything. Worry gnawed at him, and he immediately rushed outside to comfort her.
"Miss Osborne," he called softly as he approached, choosing his words with care. "Accidents happen all the time during shooting. You know that. I truly believe you didn't push Shirley on purpose. So please, don't blame yourself too much. Take it easier, alright? And don't worry—the production team will never leak that recording. You won't be publicly torn apart on the internet, either."
Leia slowly turned her head, blinking in genuine confusion. "Take things too hard?" She stared at him as though he had just spoken in an alien language. "Adam, you're overthinking all of this. I'm not that foolish—I wouldn't harm myself because of some playboy and a pretentious witch. And cyberbullying? Ha, I'm not scared of that. I was a top fan who fought tooth and nail for my idol back in the day. I've built up an immunity to strangers' nonsense."
Adam was taken aback by her response, but a surprised laugh slipped out of him. She was… unexpectedly sharp. "Well, that's good to hear. But I saw you staring at that pond for a long time. I honestly thought you were thinking of jumping in."
Leia raised one eyebrow, a spark of mischief flickering in her eyes despite everything. "Jump in? No, I'm not going to do that. But I do feel like kicking all those gossiping people into the water." She tilted her head and pointed at the pond. "Look—there are so many fish swimming around in there. I was just wondering if I could catch a few and barbecue them."
"Hah! Ha! Hah!" Adam burst into awkward laughter, completely unsure how to respond. This woman was absolutely strange. He had met an enormous variety of people in the entertainment industry—actors, schemers, liars, saints, and sinners. But Leia was unlike anyone he had ever encountered. She was tougher than many of the men on his team, and somehow, strangely, delightfully unfiltered.
A thoughtful silence settled between them for a moment. Then Adam adjusted his glasses and carefully posed a question.
"Miss Osborne, may I ask what your relationship with Mr. Stuart actually is?"
The answer to this would determine the future direction of their entire show. He needed to know how to treat her, how far her protection extended, and how deeply he should cater to Xavier's obvious interest.
Leia frowned, genuinely pondering the question. "What relationship?" She tapped her chin, as if sorting through scattered thoughts. "Friends? Lovers? Enemies? Hmm… I don't think we're any of those." A pause, then she shrugged bluntly. "Maybe we're just bedmates. We slept in the same room last night, after all."
"Ahem! Ahem!" Adam nearly choked on his own breath. He had prepared himself for many possible answers, but not for such direct, shameless honesty. The woman was absolutely fearless.
Still, as he recovered from the shock, something clicked in his mind. No wonder Xavier looked at Leia with such obvious favoritism. No wonder he protected her so fiercely. Their connection ran far deeper than casual acquaintance. Adam, being a shrewd and experienced director, understood exactly what this meant.
This was an opportunity. A golden one.
If he could support Leia, promote her, and align himself with Xavier's interests, the benefits for his career—and this show—would be immeasurable. The decision solidified in his mind rapidly, and a knowing smile tugged at his lips.
"Well, no wonder you and Mr. Stuart seem so close," Adam said, shrewdness gleaming behind his glasses. "He clearly favors you. Now that I know you two share an extraordinary relationship, everything makes much more sense."
Leia blinked, then let out a casual sigh, waving her hand dismissively. "Well, right now, it's just ordinary..."
But her words faded, leaving a hint of uncertainty hanging in the air. Ordinary? After everything that had happened between her and Xavier, could anything about their relationship truly be called ordinary? Perhaps that was exactly the problem. Perhaps that was why her heart felt so tangled and her mind refused to rest.
The pond shimmered in the afternoon light, full of unsuspecting fish, while Leia sat there with her sharp tongue, her wounded pride, and her dangerously complicated lover—who was anything but ordinary.
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## Reader's Impressions & Star Rating
I absolutely adored this chapter! Leia continues to be one of the most refreshing and unpredictable heroines I have ever encountered. There is something deeply inspiring about a woman who can be emotionally shattered one minute, then casually talk about kicking gossipers into a pond and barbequing fish the next. Her vulnerability and resilience blend together beautifully, making her feel so vividly human. I also loved Adam's character development here—his clever realization about Xavier and Leia's relationship adds a new layer of scheming ambition to the story. And Leia calling herself Xavier's "bedmate" with zero filter? Iconic! This chapter balanced heartbreak, humor, and intrigue perfectly. I'm completely hooked.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Rating: 4.9 / 5 Stars
## Next Chapter Prediction
Now that Adam knows exactly how close Leia and Xavier are, I predict he will go out of his way to elevate Leia's role and protect her behind the scenes. Meanwhile, Xavier will likely catch wind of Leia's blunt "bedmates" comment—and instead of being offended, he may seize the opportunity to define their relationship on his own terms. But with Shirley injured and lying in that hospital bed, the scheming isn't over. I suspect the true mastermind will soon make another move, and Leia will find herself caught in a storm far bigger than she ever imagined!
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