{"id":12578,"date":"2026-01-22T13:56:49","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T13:56:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kezpres.xyz\/novelreading\/married-at-first-sight-chapter-712\/"},"modified":"2026-01-22T13:56:49","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T13:56:49","slug":"married-at-first-sight-chapter-712","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kezpres.xyz\/novelreading\/married-at-first-sight-chapter-712\/","title":{"rendered":"Married at First Sight Chapter 712"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Chapter 712<\/div>\n
Since they had no children yet, the couple was able to enjoy the finer things in life.<\/div>\n
However, expenses would rise significantly as their family grew; raising children required a substantial financial commitment.<\/div>\n
\u201cI have an income and am part of the family, so I\u2019ll contribute to some household expenses. If you can, save some money to pay off the mortgage early. That way, you\u2019ll have extra cash once the house loan is settled,\u201d she suggested.<\/div>\n
Serenity did not propose helping with the mortgage payments.<\/div>\n
Zachary had purchased the villa before their marriage, and he was still making mortgage payments, similar to Hank.<\/div>\n
Although Serenity and Zachary were no longer married in name and had improved their relationship, she wanted to avoid the same fate as her sister. It was his house, and she did not wish to covet it or contribute to the mortgage.<\/div>\n
What if she and Zachary were not destined to be together? A divorce could become contentious, involving asset division and disputes.<\/div>\n
It was better to keep their finances separate from the very beginning.<\/div>\n
Resting his chin on her shoulder, Zachary affectionately replied, \u201cDon\u2019t worry about the mortgage, Seren. Although my savings aren\u2019t substantial, I can handle the payments. Plus, with the New Year approaching, I\u2019ll receive a year-end bonus. It\u2019s quite generous for senior executives.\u201d<\/div>\n
\u201cI promised you when we married that I would take care of you. I won\u2019t split expenses with you.\u201d<\/div>\n
\u201cEven though I\u2019m still paying for the villa, I made a significant down payment. The mortgage isn\u2019t too burdensome. Remember, your husband earns millions each year.\u201d<\/div>\n
Serenity gently pried his hand away from her and turned to face him directly. \u201cAs long as you\u2019re confident in your decisions,\u201d she said.<\/div>\n
Being part of the high-income bracket, Zachary was accustomed to dining at upscale restaurants and paying premium prices.<\/div>\n

She had pointed it out to him, and it wasn\u2019t her place to say more if he did not want to listen. <\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m going back to our house in Brynfield when you get to work later. I feel more comfortable living there; it\u2019s much more accessible.\u201d <\/p>\n

While the environment here was nicer, the villa was far from the places she frequented. <\/p>\n

With a smile, Zachary replied, \u201cBoth places are our home. If you prefer Brynfield, we can live there. We can take short breaks here on weekends or during holidays.\u201d <\/p>\n

\u201cOkay,\u201d Serenity responded. It seemed wasteful to have a villa if it was only for occasional stays. <\/p>\n

Zachary likely would not have purchased property in Brynfield if it weren\u2019t for their whirlwind marriage. Ultimately, he kept the villa from her because he suspected she was a cunning gold digger. He hesitated to reveal that he earned millions. <\/p>\n

Since their marriage, Serenity had never inquired about his salary. <\/p>\n

\u201cWhat are your plans today?\u201d <\/p>\n

Zachary pulled out a chair for her and then sat down next to her. <\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m on leave now. I don\u2019t have much to do besides my crafts, but I plan to visit my sister\u2019s shop to see how I can help.\u201d <\/p>\n

Zachary nodded. <\/p>\n

\u201cJasmine and I are checking out an Italian place tonight,\u201d she said. <\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m not free tonight,\u201d Zachary replied. <\/p>\n

\u201cI didn\u2019t say I was taking you.\u201d <\/p>\n

Zachary was at a loss for words. <\/p>\n

\u201cJasmine and I agreed it would just be the two of us. We can enjoy our meal. She mentioned she had been tagging along to Drake\u2019s dinner appointments while I was away and didn\u2019t get enough to eat.\u201d <\/p>\n

Zachary buried his head in his breakfast. <\/p>\n

It had nothing to do with him anyway.<\/p>\n

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