The CEO’s Hidden Love Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires

Derek just wanted his daughter to marry someone from an equivalent family, so that if the marriage hit a rough patch or if she ever felt mistreated, he could step in and help her.

But what if she married into a much more powerful and influential family than theirs? Even if Derek put his life on the line, justice might be hard to come by in this cruel world.

What if his daughter was mistreated then? The thought of his daughter suffering while he could not offer any help was something he couldn’t bear.

Jeffrey was well aware of the family's concerns, so he immediately assured them, “Karen and I have discussed this. I've transferred all my assets to her. If I ever mess up and make her mad, I agree to a no-fault divorce and will walk away with nothing but the shirt on my back.” His declaration left Derek and Serena momentarily stunned.

“I swear, my feelings for Karen are true. I'm not just playing around,” Jeffrey raised his hand solemnly, an earnest look on his face. “I've been chasing her for ages, wanting to marry her isn't just some whim! You're right, I've had a checkered past, but I promise, from now on, Karen is the only woman for me.” He spoke with such conviction that even Karen couldn't help but give him a few extra glances, wondering if he was just making well-rehearsed pledges.

she only knew about his past from hearsay and his own accounts. Who knew if he would to fall for every girl he met? Perhaps these sweet nothings were second nature

need to think this over. You should head back for today,” Derek exchanged a glance with his wife, feeling that things had escalated too quickly and it was best

called his

who was eager to have Karen as her daughter-in-law and save herself the trouble of playing

them today,” Derek said flatly, “As you can see, the timing isn’t right.” Silence fell

firm stance, Karen spoke up, “Dad, Mom, I'll explain everything to you in detail, but Jeffrey's already asked his parents to come. It would be rude to turn them away now. After all, they might be my in-laws in the

was an indirect acceptance of the engagement. How could he not be thrilled? “Karen, come with me,” Serena said, pulling her daughter into the

closed, Serena took a deep