Married at First Sight novel (Serenity and Zachary York)

“Dad, I’ll listen to my aunt. It’s late, so I’m going to bed. Tomorrow morning, I’ll go to Aunt Jane’s house with my aunt. You should get off work and rest early too,” Sonny said, sounding mature beyond his years.

Hank felt a warmth in his heart. Sonny was the only bright spot in his life. Despite their distance, Sonny still acknowledged him as his father, offering a small measure of comfort.

After ending the call, Sonny returned the phone to Serenity. “Dad wanted me to stay with him for a few days, but I refused. We’re going to visit Titus tomorrow. I don’t want to stay with Brother Lucas. He always bullies me, but now I’m not afraid of him because I’ve learned martial arts.”

Though Sonny wasn’t exceptionally talented in martial arts, his practice had made him stronger. His coach said that with continued practice, he’d be able to protect himself in the future.

Serenity reassured him, “If you don’t want to go back, you don’t have to.”

“It’s late.

Sonny said, heading to

other goodnight, Sonny climbed into bed. Serenity tucked him in, leaving a

Hank sat quietly in his car, deciding to call it a day. As he drove back to his old neighborhood, memories of his life with Liberty flooded back. He remembered

promotion and relationship with his secretary, Jessica, marked the beginning of his downfall. Wealth and status had led to his arrogance and eventual mistakes. Now, he was a

his misfortune, and his parents felt ashamed. Hank, however, had grown

No one awaited his return or warmed a meal for him. He longed for the care Liberty once showed, even though it had annoyed him then. Now, he realized its