# Chapter 85: The Face Behind the Mask
Hello, dear readers and friends! It’s me again, your humble storyteller, and I hope you’re all doing wonderfully. Today, we step back into the gripping world of *The Untouchable Ex-Wife* for another unforgettable chapter. We find our heroes in the aftermath of an extraordinary revelation — Quinton, the infamous Night Demon, has been unmasked right in the middle of a celebration meant to welcome Liam home. But this chapter isn't just about fists or fancy words. No, it’s about the sharp, invisible knives of social media, family loyalty, and a secret plan brewing in the shadows. So grab a cozy seat, because Chapter 85 is about to take us on a ride that is equal parts fury, heartbreak, and clever scheming.
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Liam pressed his palm against his chest, still aching from the kick that had sent him sprawling. His face was twisted with a mixture of pain and genuine regret. “I’m sorry… I… I didn’t know you…” The words tumbled out awkwardly. How could he have known that the dreaded Night Demon would look so terrifying beneath that mask? The image of Quinton’s scarred features was etched into his mind now, a stark reminder of just how ruthless Quinton had been to earn such a reputation. And in that moment, Liam understood something deep in his bones: this grudge between their families would never be healed — not unless Renee herself made the almost unthinkable choice to abandon her twin brother.
For a long, tense moment, silence blanketed the room. Then Quinton straightened, smooth as silk, completely ignoring the stunned looks of the crowd as if nothing out of the ordinary had happened. “Good skills, kid,” he said, a hint of approval sneaking into his arrogant tone. His eyes narrowed as he appraised Liam once more. “Few people can counter that many of my attacks. So it turns out you aren’t a weakling after all. But… if you really want to be my sister’s brother, you’ll need more than just courage — you’ll need strategy.”
A relieved grin broke across Liam’s face. Confidence radiated from him as he answered without hesitation. “That’s my strength, for sure.”
Quinton gave a slow, mysterious nod and shot a glance toward Renee before gesturing to Liam. “Don’t celebrate just yet. I have a task for you… come here, and I’ll fill you in on the details.”
Across the room, Renee shifted awkwardly, uncomfortably watching her brother coax her new partner into some secret arrangement. “Quinton, don’t you think you’ve done enough?” She stepped forward, her voice rising. “He just came back, and this is his party! You fought him, and now you want to assign him tasks? Aren’t you being way too much?”
Before Quinton could defend himself, Liam cut in with an excited eagerness, absolutely nonchalant, as if being bossed around was the most natural thing in the world. “Boss, I’d feel weird if you guys weren’t being too much! If your brother wants to test me, then so be it! I want to show you my growth.”
Renee slapped her forehead, groaning in exasperation. There was just no reasoning with him.
Leia, meanwhile, rubbed her chin and let out a long, theatrical sigh. “Ah, my brother is such a simp. The king of simps, if you will.” She shook her head, though a proud smile tugged at her lips.
Quinton leaned close and whispered something into Liam’s ear. Liam raised one eyebrow, a sly grin spreading across his face. “Don’t worry, Bro. I actually planned to do that even before you asked me.”
Naturally, Renee couldn’t hear a word of their hushed conversation, and it made her frantic. She pestered Liam relentlessly: *“Liam, what task did my brother assign to you?”* “I can’t tell you.” “Can’t tell me? All the more reason you should! Tell me now!” “I really can’t.” “Oh, come on! Why are you being so tight-lipped? Whose brother are you, anyway?” “Boss, you don’t have to provoke me. This is a task from your brother, which means it’s a personal matter to me.” Then he tilted his head, eyes glinting with mischief. “Just sit back… and enjoy the show.”
With no way to pry the truth out of him, Renee forced herself to let it go for the moment. The banquet sailed on smoothly after that, filled with laughter and cheerful clinking of glasses. Employees of the Azure Group were overjoyed to see Liam back, and even some long-standing business partners who had hesitated before suddenly felt relieved by his display of strength. It was a lovely, almost magical night… until the clock crept deep into the evening, and the online world exploded.
The first three trending searches were all about Quinton’s face.
**#NightDemonsRealFace** **#NightDemonTheHorrifyingGhost** **#NightDemonTheEverheartSiblings**
Renee stared at her phone screen, scrolling into a viral flood of high-definition videos and photos — her brother’s unmasked face, his shock, his desperate scramble to snatch up his fallen mask. Fury swelled in her chest until she felt she might burst. “Damn it! Which uncivilized swine leaked this?! Once I find out, I swear I’ll strip them nude and leak *them* onto the internet for three whole days!”
Beneath the articles were savage comments, words that stung far worse than any blade: *hideous*, *troll*, *deformed*. People who had never met Quinton were having a field day picking apart his appearance. Renee’s hands trembled as she clutched her phone, panic and anger intertwining. “No, no, these articles have to be taken down! Quinton can’t see any of these — not now, not ever if I can help it!”
Beside her, Leia was just as livid, scrolling through the comments with smoke practically rising from her ears. She had long treated Quinton as the brother she never had, and this brutality toward his scars made her blood boil. “These people are crossing the line! They should wash their mouths with soup! Their words are so horrendous that even the devil himself would be disgusted.”
But beneath her fury, Leia’s sharp mind was already working. She looked at the photos and videos again, squinting at the perfectly consistent angle. “Hey Ren, look at the angle of these shots. They all look like they were taken by the same person. We just need to retrieve the CCTV footage from the banquet hall, and then we’ll be able to find exactly who leaked this.”
Renee’s eyes widened. “Oh! Why didn’t I think of that? You’re so smart, Leia! Did both you and your brother get some kind of stat improvement? You’re amazing!” She planted two kisses on Leia’s cheek, relief washing through her. Leia blinked, confused, muttering to herself, “Uhm… stat improvement? Why does that sound like Ren was insulting me in another way? Ah… whatever. Ren praised me, so I’m the best in this world!”
Without wasting another moment, Renee jumped off the sofa and marched toward the door, determined to check the security cameras. Right then, Quinton and Liam entered together, arms slung around each other’s shoulders like old drinking pals. Both seemed a little tipsy, cheeks flushed and eyes smiling.
“What are you two doing here?” Quinton asked cheerfully, his good mood entirely oblivious to the online firestorm. “Isn’t it Liam’s party? Everyone’s out there dancing and drinking! Why don’t you join in?”
Renee’s pulse spiked. She shoved her phone behind her back and forced a sweet smile. “Well… you guys go ahead. Leia and I want to go for a walk outside.” She shot Leia a frantic look, who immediately caught the signal. Leia scratched the back of her head and said, “Yeah, I’ve had enough hangovers, so I’m cutting off alcohol lately.” She giggled nervously and grabbed Renee’s hand, the two of them practically fleeing the room before Quinton could ask another question.
Quinton didn’t think twice. He was simply too happy, too busy enjoying the night with Liam. He clapped the younger man on the shoulder and grinned. “I wish you well for tomorrow, Liam! Let’s hope you pass the test! I believe in you!” That fond, brotherly warmth in his voice hinted that he already counted Liam as almost family.
Liam’s smirk deepened. “Don’t worry, Quinton. Making H Group’s share prices drop by ten percent is an easy task! It’s not like I’ve never done it before…” He paused for just a beat, then turned his head to meet Quinton’s gaze, something sharp and knowing flickering in his eyes. “And I think… our plan has just begun to work.”
Meanwhile, on the other side of the estate, Renee and Leia had successfully located an employee who had access to the security feeds. They secured footage of the entire fight between Quinton and Liam, skillfully pulling up the exact moments captured by the leaked videos. Leia, the sharper-eyed of the two, quickly clicked on the viral video with the most views and shares, comparing its framing to the camera timeline. Then, without hesitation, she jabbed her finger at the screen — right at a bald, chubby, middle-aged man standing in the corner of the banquet hall. “Look! Ren! Doesn’t this look like the exact location where this video could have been taken? That guy must’ve spread the video!”
Renee’s eyes snapped to the suspect. A wildfire of determination lit up her face. The night was far from over, and if this spineless rat thought he could drag her brother’s name through the mud, he had picked the wrong family to mess with.
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**Reader’s Impressions & Star Rating:**
This chapter gave me everything I love: protective sibling energy, secret schemes, witty banter, and a deliciously infuriating villain who deserves to be knocked down a peg or three. Watching Renee’s gentleness morph into fierce, protective rage was deeply satisfying, and Leia continues to steal every scene she’s in. The dramatic irony of Quinton being all cheerful and oblivious while Renee fights to shield his reputation provides a perfect tension. And that final cliffhanger — the bald man at the banquet — leaves me absolutely desperate for more. The pacing, dialogue, and emotional beats were stellar, though I do wish we had seen a bit more of Quinton’s reaction when he finally discovers the betrayal. Still, an unmissable chapter!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rating: 4.8 / 5 Stars
**Next Chapter Prediction:**
Oh, you can bet the next chapter is going to be explosive! Renee and Leia have pinpointed the traitor, but the real fireworks will happen when Quinton and Liam’s grand scheme to crash H Group’s share price goes into motion. I predict Quinton might not stay oblivious for long — either Renee will force a confrontation or the internet hate will reach his eyes, sending him into cold, calculated revenge mode. And what about Liam? He mentioned this task was personal, so we might finally learn exactly what he plans to do to prove his loyalty to Renee. Get ready for a night of betrayal, payback, and an unexpected battle strategy that could make the market tremble!
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