# Chapter 302: A Sky Full of Stars and Silence
Hello everyone, it's me again! How are you all doing? Today I will continue to walk with you and review Chapter 302 of "The Untouchable Ex Wife". In this chapter, we peek into a rare moment of tenderness—and a surprise that no barbecue, no party, and no trickster grin could ever have prepared Leia for. So settle in, because there’s romance, tension, and a starlit sky waiting just ahead.
---
Somewhere between guarded suspicion and unexpected curiosity, Leia found herself staring into Xavier's eyes.
"Seriously?" she asked, her voice laced with doubt. The man had a way of asking for things that always sounded too good to be true.
"Yes!" Xavier nodded with absolute certainty, then extended his hand toward her like a lifeline from one of those old fairy-tale novels Leia had sworn she never read.
His voice softened, almost like silk spinning around her: "The perfect time to. Would you like to go with me?"
Leia studied him. She searched his gaze for the usual spark of mischief, the little glint that told her he was about to pull the rug from underneath her feet. But there was none. Only sincerity. Deep, clear, and patient—a kind of vulnerability she hadn't seen before.
After a brief pause, she gave a steady nod.
"Okay."
Xavier’s eyes lit up like fireworks. "Let's go then, my princess." He spoke the words playfully, but the tenderness underneath was unmistakable. He acted like a prince proudly leading his beloved to a hidden kingdom—and honestly, that's almost exactly what he was doing.
But beneath that radiant smile, a secret wave of delight rolled through him. She actually agreed. Of all the ridiculous tricks and failed plans that day, this gorgeous, stubborn woman had said yes to *him*. Maybe those pigs had been good for something after all.
They began walking together, leaving the noise behind them. Eventually, they arrived on the other end of the island—the side where Xavier’s cottage stood quiet and unassuming. Under ordinary circumstances, the place would seem modest, even forgettable. But tonight, there was a large open space before the cottage, buzzing with people.
A barbecue was in full swing. Embers glowed, smoke curled into the air, and a melody of whispered conversations drifted among small groups. A few people strummed guitars, others sang in low, rhythmic voices. Glasses clinked. Shadows moved warmly across the grass.
Xavier paused, letting Leia take it all in.
"Don't tell me the most beautiful view on this island is this barbecue?" Leia crossed her arms and looked at him with sheer disbelief. A burst of exasperation bloomed in her chest. She should never have trusted that trickster. Not even for a second.
"Relax," Xavier answered with an infuriatingly calm smile. "We'll get there soon."
"Your cottage?" Leia pressed, as his hand gently found hers and drew her away from the crowd. He opened a side door, slipping them both into a darkened room. Leia’s eyes adjusted, and she scoffed, her voice sharp and dry. "Your cottage? Even the outdoor barbecue is a better option! Can you be serious for once?"
But Xavier didn't answer. Not with words, anyway.
Two soft clicks echoed through the room. He turned off the lights, leaving them in a cocoon of darkness. Then, before she could react, his hands covered her eyes—gently, yet securely.
Leia’s breath caught. A chill raced down her spine. "Xavier, what are you doing? I'll scream if you do anything stupid!" Her muscles locked as her mind began to race. Images of another kiss flashed through her thoughts, and her entire body tensed in frantic anticipation.
Then, all at once, his hands slid away from her eyes.
A snap of his fingers followed, sharp and crisp in the dark.
"Look up."
For a heartbeat, she didn’t move. Her pulse still hammered in her ears.
"Look... look up?" she repeated, hesitant.
Her gaze lifted hesitantly into the darkness. And then she stopped breathing.
The cottage had no roof.
Instead of wooden beams or an upturned canopy, there was only the vast sky above them—a masterpiece of scattered diamonds, a silent ocean of starlight stretching endlessly into the night. Thousands of tiny brilliant points shimmered against a deep velvet darkness, bright enough to make the world below melt away.
Her eyes widened. Her hands flew to her mouth. A quiet gasp escaped her, full of wonder she couldn't suppress.
"Oh wow... This is... this is amazing!"
All her resistance, all her wariness—it melted under the weight of that breathtaking view. For a moment, Leia was no longer a woman scarred by betrayal. She was just a child at the edge of the universe, utterly enchanted.
Her eyes lit up like the stars above. Slowly, she began counting them, her lips moving in soft excitement, a delighted smile curling across her face. There was something innocent and pure about the way she reveled in the sky—like a quiet reprieve from every shadow life had cast over her.
Xavier watched her, mesmerized.
Then, very gently, he said, "You'll have a better view if you lie here."
He led her a few steps to the bed. She followed him without hesitation. No fear. No resistance. She simply laid down beside him, her head resting in the comfort of the dark and their shared silence.
Side by side, they stared at the stars, as the rest of the world faded into the background.
And in that fragile and peaceful moment, the chapter ends—leaving two hearts suspended together beneath the heavens.
---
## Reader's Impressions
Oh, this chapter was absolutely gorgeous! It’s such a sweet and refreshing departure from the usual drama and heartbreak. Watching Leia finally lower her guard and experience genuine wonder? It felt like a glass of cool water on a scorching day. Xavier proves once again that he knows how to touch her heart in a way that no grand gesture could ever achieve. The rooftop cottage and that starry sky made me feel like I was floating right beside them. I loved seeing Leia's vulnerable, joyful side—it’s a beautiful reminder of the woman she truly is beneath all her armor.
Overall, I’d give this chapter a well-deserved:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rating: 4.8 / 5 Stars
---
## Next Chapter Prediction
With this much intimacy built between them under such a romantic starry sky, I predict the next chapter will bring another nearly-kiss moment—or perhaps a full confession of Xavier's feelings. But knowing how this story works, that beautiful bubble is about to be interrupted by reality: a sudden phone call, an unexpected visitor, or one of Stefan's agents stumbling upon the two of them. Leia’s heart is softening, but danger is likely lurking in the shadows, just waiting to pull her back into the world of conflict she thought she had escaped.
---
To listen free the next reviews chatpers, please access website novelsaudio.com and search keyword: The Untouchable Ex Wife or click the link in the description of this video or if you want to listen or read full the The Untouchable Ex Wife please access website novelsaudio.com