# Chapter 486: The Price of Love — Eyes for a Second Chance
Hello, dear readers! It's me again, your trusty storytelling companion! I hope you're all doing wonderfully today. Buckle up, because the chapter we're about to dive into is an absolute rollercoaster of tension, raw emotion, and one of the most chilling bargains you'll ever witness in a love story. Grab your favorite drink, get comfortable, and let me walk you through every electrifying moment of Chapter 486 of "The Untouchable Ex Wife"!
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The air in that room was thick enough to cut with a knife. Shirley's face contorted with fury as she shot up from her seat — her hand already swinging through the air with every intention of leaving a scarlet mark across Leia's cheek. "How dare you!" she screamed, her voice dripping with venom.
But Leia was faster. Much faster.
In a split second, Leia's fingers closed around Shirley's wrist like an iron shackle, stopping the slap dead in its tracks. Her eyes were ice-cold, unreadable, and utterly in control. She didn't flinch. She didn't blink. She simply stared into Shirley's enraged face and spoke in a voice so calm it was almost terrifying.
"Do you know what kind of relationship causes the most regret?" Leia asked, her tone sharp and merciless. "The kind you had with Xavier."
Shirley's breath hitched. Her struggling momentarily ceased as the words struck her like a physical blow.
"Did he love you? Yes, he loved you so much that he doted on you without any boundaries. He helped you get your glory — your fame, your power, everything you ever wanted. But then... he had a change of heart." Leia's lips curved into a faint, knowing smile. "You must be grieving because of that, right?"
The words cut deep — deeper than any blade ever could. Shirley's face twisted in a mixture of fury and anguish. "You...! What is it you want? I knew you were here to make fun of me. I even thought that you had some kind of bargaining chip..." She cursed angrily, trying to wrench her wrist free from Leia's grip.
Her eyes burned with hostility as she resorted to threats. "If I scream, my fans will enter this room. Then, they'll drag you out and teach you a hard lesson."
Leia didn't look even remotely alarmed. Instead, she let go of Shirley's hand with a dismissive flick and continued in that same aloof, unhurried tone. "Yes, I'm aware of that. After all, fans always take after their idols!"
It was a jab so sharp it drew blood. Shirley's face reddened, but before she could fire back another insult, Leia raised a hand to silence her.
"Don't worry. I didn't come here to argue with you," Leia said, her voice cooling to a near-freezing temperature. "I'm just here to confirm whether you still love Xavier... and whether you want to be with him."
Shirley froze. Her mind raced, trying to piece together the puzzle in front of her. Why would Leia — the woman who had effectively stolen Xavier's heart — ask such a question? There had to be an angle, a hidden agenda. Yet, despite her suspicion, Shirley couldn't suppress the truth that rose instinctively to her lips.
"Of course!" she snapped, her chin lifting defiantly. She couldn't figure out what Leia wanted, but one thing was painfully clear: Leia hadn't come all this way just to humiliate her. There must be a huge favor Leia needed to ask — and the bargaining chip was most probably Xavier himself.
Leia's eyes narrowed, glinting with a cold, calculating light. "What are you willing to sacrifice for the chance to be with him again?"
Shirley's brows furrowed. Suspicion dripped from every word as she shot back, "What does that have to do with you?"
"Yeah, it's none of my business," Leia acknowledged with a shrug, "but it's related to whether or not you can get Xavier back. So if you want to get back together with him, stop being so rebellious and just answer my questions honestly."
The bluntness of Leia's words caught Shirley off guard. She fell silent for a long moment, her anger slowly giving way to something more vulnerable. When she finally spoke, her voice was quieter — almost raw.
"I didn't think I loved him that much... and I just used him as a tool to gain power." She paused, swallowing hard. "But I know what I felt when he was disappointed in me and went to you. I guess I really do love him a lot."
She let out a bitter, mocking laugh. "If you want to know how much I'd sacrifice for him, I can't really say for sure... Maybe... my life?"
It was a dramatic declaration — the kind of grand, theatrical confession that fit Shirley's personality perfectly. But Leia shook her head, a ghost of a smile on her lips.
"No, it's not that serious. You just need to give up something of yours."
The cryptic nature of the statement made Shirley's skin crawl. She glanced down at the jewelry adorning her fingers, her wrists, her neck — all the glittering prizes of her former glory. Then she sneered.
"Something of mine? Oh, what did you take a fancy to? Will you return Xavier to me if I let you have these?" Her voice dripped with sarcasm. "But you're the rich young lady of the Osborne family, and you're friends with Ms. Everheart, a powerful figure. I'm sure you won't take a fancy to my jewelry."
Leia's gaze didn't waver. It stayed fixed on Shirley with an intensity that made the air feel heavy.
"Well, I don't take a fancy to your jewelry but..." Leia paused, letting the silence stretch agonizingly thin. Then, locking eyes with Shirley, she spoke the words that would change everything.
"I want your eyes."
The room seemed to drop several degrees. Shirley's blood ran cold as the weight of Leia's demand sank in — not jewelry, not money, not power. Her eyes. The very windows to her soul. The price for a second chance with the man she loved.
And in that moment, the true depth of Leia's ruthlessness became terrifyingly clear.
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## Reader's Impressions & Star Rating
Oh my goodness, my heart is still pounding after reading this chapter! The sheer dramatic tension between Leia and Shirley was absolutely gripping. Leia's icy composure contrasted perfectly with Shirley's fiery desperation, creating a scene so charged you could feel the electricity crackling through the pages. The reveal at the end — "I want your eyes" — was utterly chilling and completely unexpected! Leia has proven time and time again that she's not to be underestimated, and this demand showcases just how calculated and formidable she truly is. I honestly can't decide whether to be terrified of Leia or in awe of her. This chapter was masterfully written, with dialogue so sharp it could cut glass and emotional stakes that left me breathless.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rating: 4.9 / 5 Stars
## Next Chapter Prediction
What will Shirley choose? Will she actually agree to such a horrifying sacrifice for the chance to win Xavier back? And more importantly, what does Leia truly intend to do with Shirley's eyes if she agrees? I suspect Shirley will try to find a way to manipulate the situation — she's never been one to give in without a fight. Perhaps she'll agree now, only to scheme behind Leia's back later. But knowing Leia, she probably has another layer of protection and planning that Shirley can't even begin to anticipate. There might also be a twist involving Xavier himself — what would he think if he knew what was being negotiated in his name? Whatever comes next, it's bound to be explosive!
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