{"id":11660,"date":"2026-01-22T13:36:33","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T13:36:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kezpres.xyz\/novelreading\/married-at-first-sight-chapter-8\/"},"modified":"2026-01-22T13:36:33","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T13:36:33","slug":"married-at-first-sight-chapter-8","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kezpres.xyz\/novelreading\/married-at-first-sight-chapter-8\/","title":{"rendered":"Married at First Sight Chapter 8"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Chapter 8<\/div>\n
Zachary was diligent about maintaining his weight, determined not to let himself become overweight.<\/div>\n
Shedding those extra pounds was proving to be quite a challenge.<\/div>\n
\u201cYou\u2019re looking fit, Mr. York,\u201d Serenity remarked with a smile.<\/div>\n
\u201cSo\u2026 should I head back to bed?\u201d he replied.<\/div>\n
\u201cSure,\u201d Serenity answered.<\/div>\n
\u201cGoodnight,\u201d he said, and Serenity wished him the same before turning to leave.<\/div>\n
\u201cWait a moment, Se\u2026 Serenity,\u201d Zachary called after her.<\/div>\n
She paused and turned her head back, asking, \u201cYes?\u201d<\/div>\n
Zachary looked at her earnestly and said, \u201cCould you please avoid walking around in your pajamas next time?\u201d<\/div>\n
He noticed that she wasn\u2019t wearing a bra under her pajamas, which made him a bit uncomfortable. They were married, but he didn\u2019t want any other men to catch a glimpse of her in such a state.<\/div>\n
With her face flushed, Serenity hurried back to her room and slammed the door behind her.<\/div>\n
Zachary was left speechless, \u201c\u2026\u201d<\/div>\n
She felt embarrassed before he could even find himself in an awkward situation.<\/div>\n
After a moment of contemplation, Zachary settled down briefly before making his way to the master bedroom. He had purchased the furnished house on a whim, and it was ready for them to move in.<\/div>\n
However, the bedroom remained disorganized due to the haste of the move.<\/div>\n
He was pleasantly surprised that Serenity understood the hint instead of boldly insisting on sharing the same room.<\/div>\n
Thank goodness he wasn\u2019t being pressured to fulfill any marital duties at that moment.<\/div>\n
The early hours of the morning passed quietly for the couple.<\/div>\n
The next day, Serenity rose at six o\u2019clock as she typically did.<\/div>\n
In the past, she would prepare breakfast and tidy up the house right after waking up. If time allowed, she would also assist her sister with hanging the laundry out to dry.<\/div>\n
Over the years, Serenity had taken on the role of a caregiver.<\/div>\n

Serenity stayed at Liberty\u2019s home, mainly to help lighten the load for her sister. Unfortunately, her brother-in-law took advantage of the situation and treated her like a nanny, giving her orders. <\/p>\n

This morning, Serenity woke up and took in the unfamiliar bedroom where she had spent the night. As memories rushed back to her, she murmured, \u201cI must be half-asleep to think I\u2019m still at my sister\u2019s place. This is my home. I don\u2019t have to get up now.\u201d <\/p>\n

With that thought, she snuggled back into her bed, hoping to drift off again. However, Serenity found it impossible to adjust her internal clock; sleep eluded her even when she desired it. <\/p>\n

Eventually, the rumbling of her stomach convinced her to rise. After changing her clothes and freshening up, Serenity stepped out of her room and glanced at Zachary\u2019s bedroom door. It appeared he was still asleep, likely due to his late night.<\/p>\n

She wandered into the kitchen, only to find it empty and silent. After a moment, she turned around and decided to leave. Serenity had ordered kitchenware the previous day, but unfortunately, it hadn\u2019t arrived yet. Had she known this would happen, she would have opted to purchase the items in a store instead of online. <\/p>\n

Recalling a breakfast spot she had noticed in the neighborhood during her move, Serenity decided to grab some takeout. She contemplated what Zachary might enjoy for breakfast, but since waking him up to ask wasn\u2019t an option, she opted for a variety of dishes. <\/p>\n

She picked up a breakfast omelet, bacon, sausages, pancakes, and toast\u2014the typical favorites in Wiltspoon. Little did she know, Zachary, despite having been out late the previous night, was an early riser. Just as Serenity left to pick up breakfast, he woke up. Unaccustomed to having a wife around, he again forgot about her and stepped out of his room bare-chested, ready to start his day.<\/p>\n

glass of water. At that moment, Serenity swung open the door to enter the house, and their eyes met.<\/p>\n

Before she could process what was happening, Zachary crossed his arms over his chest and dashed back to his room, mimicking Serenity\u2019s earlier behavior from the previous night.<\/p>\n

Initially taken aback, Serenity soon erupted into laughter. She chuckled to herself, \u201cHonestly, what\u2019s so fascinating about a man\u2019s bare torso? It\u2019s just abs. I can\u2019t believe he covered up like that. Haha, that was hilarious!\u201d<\/p>\n

After a little while, Zachary reappeared, now dressed in a suit. He didn\u2019t look particularly happy, but he couldn\u2019t really scold Serenity for anything. After all, it was his oversight for not remembering that a strange woman\u2014his wife on paper\u2014was now living with him.<\/p>\n

Usually, Zachary spent his time in his villa, waking up to an empty second floor. As long as he stayed upstairs, the maids wouldn\u2019t invade his territory. Sometimes, he would even go shirtless when he was feeling a bit cheeky.<\/p>\n

Today was one of those days, and the clever girl had caught sight of his bare chest.<\/p>\n

\u201cMr. York,\u201d Serenity called out, \u201cI\u2019ve made breakfast. Come and eat!\u201d<\/p>\n

Despite her laughter, Serenity didn\u2019t lose sight of the task at hand. She laid out a variety of breakfast items on the dining table and beckoned the man, who felt somewhat exposed, to join her.<\/p>\n

Zachary paused for a moment before approaching. He looked at the spread and bluntly remarked, \u201cDon\u2019t you know how to cook?\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cI do! I\u2019m quite a good cook,\u201d Serenity replied confidently.<\/p>\n

\u201cStore-bought breakfast, especially from street vendors, is not very hygienic. You really should avoid that. Since you can cook, you should prepare your own meals. It\u2019s safer and more sanitary.\u201d<\/p>\n

As the head of the York household, Zachary had never indulged in the breakfast staples typical of Wiltspoonese cuisine.<\/p>\n

Serenity shot back with a question, \u201cHave you even looked at your kitchen? It\u2019s cleaner than your face! There\u2019s hardly anything in there. Even if I were the chef of a\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n

In a five-star hotel, I realized I couldn\u2019t pull together a feast without the necessary tools and ingredients.<\/p>\n

Zachary was left speechless.<\/p>\n

\u201cAre you going to eat it?\u201d Serenity inquired.<\/p>\n

Though Zachary was starving, he attempted to maintain his composure. He sat down at the table and softly remarked, \u201cIt would be a shame not to eat since you already bought it. I suppose having it once or twice won\u2019t hurt.\u201d<\/p>\n

What a clever way to save himself from feeling embarrassed.<\/p>\n

Serenity divided half of each dish and passed it to him. As she took her seat and began to eat, she commented, \u201cI took a look around when I moved in yesterday. I ordered quite a few kitchen utensils online. Once they arrive, I\u2019ll get the groceries and cook, so you won\u2019t have to rely on street food.\u201d<\/p>\n

Zachary held a prominent position in a large corporation, and Serenity assumed that white-collar workers were particular about their meals. Having a habit of cooking at home, she only ordered takeout when she was at her shop, and she was more than willing to cater to his food preferences.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur home is missing quite a bit. Is it alright if I decorate the place to my taste?\u201d she asked.<\/p>\n

Zachary lifted his gaze to meet his wife\u2019s eyes before he began to enjoy his breakfast. The standard fare was acceptable. <\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019re married with a license. This is your home; you can decorate it however you wish, as long as you don\u2019t touch my room,\u201d he replied.<\/p>\n

She could rearrange the other rooms to her heart\u2019s content.<\/p>\n

\u201cOkay,\u201d Serenity said, feeling pleased with his approval. She was determined to proceed with her plans.<\/p>\n

With flowers and a swing on the balcony, she envisioned herself reading a book and enjoying the blooms while lounging in her swing during her free time.<\/p>\n

\u201cThat reminds me,\u201d she said. \u201cNana asked me yesterday to come back with you this weekend for dinner and to meet the family.\u201d<\/p>\n

Zachary responded quietly, \u201cI\u2019ll let you know. I need to check my schedule. If I can\u2019t\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cLet\u2019s set a time for this. I\u2019ll ask Nana to bring my parents over so that you all can meet and share a meal together,\u201d she suggested. Serenity was completely on board with the idea.<\/p>\n

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