Chapter 346

Karen continued, "And don't give me that nonsense about how a bicycle and a sewing machine were enough to get married in the past. Times have changed." "Mom, why can't we take out a loan for the house? My job even provides housing fund benefits..." Even though she was a college graduate, Camilla could never win her mother in an argument. She tried to compromise, thinking they could at least get a mortgage to ease into buying a house. "No way!" Karen interrupted loudly. "You can save your housing fund for emergencies or use it for renovations. I don't mind." "But the house must be paid for in full!" "Why? Paying in full is too much pressure. Young people these days..." "Why? Hah!" Karen crossed her arms and laughed coldly. "Camie, you're too young to understand how tough life with a mortgage can be. Think about it. Without a mortgage, you can go out with your friends on weekends, have meals, watch movies, and spend money without worry. "After you get married, that money could go