Since no children were in the picture yet, the couple could enjoy the finer things in life.

The expenses would become costly when the family grew. It would take a lot of money to raise children.

“I have an income, and I’m part of the family. I’ll pay for some of the household expenses. Save some money and clear the mortgage early if you can. At least then you’ll have spare cash once the house loan is out of the way.”

Serenity did not propose chipping in on the mortgage.

Zachary bought the villa before they were married, and he was still paying the mortgage like Hank.

Even though Serenity and Zachary were no longer married in name and could not be in a better place in their marriage, Serenity did not want to end up on the same path as her sister. It was his house, and she would not covet it nor help with the mortgage.

What if she and Zachary were not meant to be? The divorce would be ugly with the division of assets and quarrels.

It was better to keep their assets apart ri