Transcend But I

Dying hurts. A lot. But what if every death made you stronger? When ....... is stabbed in a dark alley he experiences the unimaginable his heart stops, his vision fades, and he dies. Only to wake up, perfectly fine, in his own bed. But something is different. He feels stronger. Faster. More alive than ever. Then, a message burns into his mind: [You have died. Strength +1.] Curious and a little reckless Alex tests the limits of his bizarre new ability. He throws himself into danger, dies again, and wakes up even more powerful. But as he pushes the boundaries of life and death, an unsettling question looms over him: What if he can’t die for good? What begins as an exhilarating power trip quickly spirals into a chilling nightmare. There are forces at play beyond his understanding, and the more he dies, the closer he gets to uncovering the truth behind his unnatural resurrection. But some secrets are better left buried. Because if he keeps going down this path… he might become something far worse than immortal. Something inhuman.

Transcendent awakening, Eternal Night is coming. Pei Jinye transmigrated into a Federation-controlled world as an ordinary high school student, starting off destitute and with a gloomy future. Luckily, he could pick up Attribute Light Groups and synthesize Transcendents. 【Spirit·Blood Spear】: Transform spiritual power into a spear, capable of Devouring the opponent's memories and stripping away their Transcendent! 【Body·King Kong】: Blood energy flourishing, King Kong with Furious Eyes, an invincible Physical Body! 【Power·Savage Mountain】: Unmatched stamina, a force that could swallow ten thousand miles! …… In the Year 404 of the Star Calendar, the divinations were extremely ominous. That year in the Eastern Continent, divine prophecies descended, and disciples of the old gods walked the earth. In the Western Continent, a vile flame shot into the sky, and a Taoist set off with his Golden Lotus. Swordsmen from the North Continent threw down the gauntlet, aiming to be the best in the world. Priests from the Southern Continent, in the name of the new gods, hunted the disciples of the old gods. And Central State became the central battlefield, embroiled in chaos, too preoccupied with internal strife to care for anything else. It was also this year that Pei Jinye agonized over whether he should infiltrate the Federation as a disciple of the old gods or hunt down the disciples of the old gods as a Federation enforcer... "How did everyone end up being my people in the end?"

Emma’s life takes a dramatic turn when she discovers she’s pregnant, but there’s one glaring problem: five men could be the father. As she struggles with fear and uncertainty, a chilling prophecy from her past resurfaces, if she terminates so she embarks on looking for the most befitting father.

Delhi University was supposed to be about grades, career plans, and survival. Instead, it turned into a whirlwind of unexpected friendships, rivalry-fueled chaos, and emotions no one saw coming. For Shumaila, ambition was everything-until a disastrous first encounter with Hamza set off a chain reaction of sarcasm, competition, and an undeniable spark. The more they clashed, the harder it became to ignore the tension brewing between them. "You're mine, Shumaila," he whispered. "You know it. I know it." Her fingers curled into fists, her body frozen in place. Note - Trust me, you’ll love this story! It gets really interesting after a few chapters, so dive in, and I promise you won’t regret it! I hope you all enjoy reading it.

I dropped it cause it was rejected lmao [Genesis System rebooting after 76 years of inactivity.] [Administrator Slot: Vacant.] [New Administrator Confirmed:—] The screen flickers. For a moment, the letters distort—glitching between gold and blood-red. A name appears. [Administrator Confirmed:—Elias Vaughn.] A sharp ringing fills my ears. The name means nothing to me, but the system hesitates. The text wavers, blurring, like it’s… realizing its mistake. Then, the letters dissolve. [Administrator Identity Error.] [Correcting…] [New Administrator Confirmed: Christian Arkwright.] A cold shiver crawls down my spine. I open my eyes, and the world isn’t mine. My breath catches—too soft, too light. My limbs ache, but they feel… small? My fingers curl. Slender. Pale. Delicate. This isn’t my body. The floating screen pulses again, words forming in golden light. [Primary Abilities Bestowed:] Creation Magic Spatial Manipulation Magic? My mind stutters, but before I can process it, another notification flashes. [Warning: You are a Deviant.] [Deviants are to be executed by royal decree.] [Status: In Hiding.] I freeze. No second chances. No learning curve. The moment someone discovers my power, I die. Then, the screen flickers again—this time, the text warps on its own. The golden glow dims, and a final message, faint and fragmented, pushes through. [If you are reading this… you are the last.] My pulse pounds in my ears. A soft static hums in the air. [The world has forgotten me, but you must not forget what I left behind.] [Survive. Learn. And when the time comes… create hope again.] Then—so quiet it’s almost lost in the noise—comes a whisper. “Welcome back, Elias.” A pause. A hesitation. The system flicks as if to correct itself. “…Welcome back, Christian.”

The world was never the same after that day. Humanity learned that they weren't alone in the universe, but that wasn't something they had the time to worry about. Their realization was accompanied by catastrophe. Creatures beyond their wildest imaginations poured down from the sky and appeared from the earth. They slaughtered humans as if it was their singular purpose, driving them to the brink of extinction. The people of the world did everything in their power, developing unique traits and technologies to create a united front their enemies couldn't penetrate. They secured victories and repopulated, feeling as if they stood a chance against the foreign invaders. They fought and they fought, doing everything they possibly could to ensure their survival. Until the Great Calamities appeared. In front of them, humanity was nothing regardless of its efforts. One by one, the worlds were turned into piles of rubble in between the cracks of their teeth. Civilization was torn apart, and the evolved humans living within could do nothing to stop its collapse. Humanity itself was left extinct, and in the end, only a single man was left alive amidst the chaos. Why? For what reason were they punished so? Nobody knew why the attacks began in the first place. He looked into the distance at the memories of the past and firmed his resolve. “It can only be me.” He knew of a miracle that could return him to the place of those memories. He knew of a way to make the wheels of time spin in reverse. And using it, he alone would save humanity from its doomed fate. That was his sacred duty as its final survivor. *** Discord: https://discord.gg/dgbw4RS4ec

Marcus Branford was once a revered general, known for his victories on the battlefield and feared by his enemies. But in his final moments, he was betrayed by his closest friend, General Reinar Vandel, and left to die with nothing but regret weighing on his soul. He had devoted his entire life to war, sacrificing love, family, and peace in his quest for power and glory. In his dying breath, Marcus is offered a chance for redemption—a second life, free from the bloodshed and destruction he once embraced. He awakens as Elias Marlowe, a mild-mannered scholar and father of two in a peaceful village far from the ravages of war. Now living the life of a man who has struggled to connect with his wife and children, Marcus must learn to navigate a new world filled with love, responsibility, and the consequences of choices made before he arrived. But this second chance comes with challenges. As Elias, Marcus must rebuild relationships he never truly earned, all while grappling with his inner demons and violent past. His wife, Clara, harbors long-buried pain, and his children, Kael and Sylvie, hardly know the man he has become. Slowly, Marcus realizes that this new life requires a different kind of strength—one that has nothing to do with swords and warfare, but everything to do with healing the heart. Can a man born for battle learn the ways of a peaceful life? And will the shadows of his past allow him to protect this new family, or will history repeat itself in a different form? Transcendence: A Father's Second Chance is a story of redemption, love, and the difficult path to truly becoming the man—and father—one is meant to be.

Kai, an ordinary guy dies due to an unknown scheme. Instead of going to heaven or hell, his soul went to VOID, which is known as the mother of all things in EXISTENCE. Later, he gets reincarnated in the Enlightenment World with a VOID fragment fusing without him knowing. There he desires to achieve the position of Great Emperor, a coveted position that can be only obtained in the BATTLE OF DESTINY. In order to win the battle, he had to face countless geniuses with special bloodline and physique. But he was born with an ordinary talent and his chances of winning the battle was almost impossible. Without accepting the reality, he chose to change his fate on his own, which brought the wrath of heaven itself and gave him three insurmountable trial. Will he survive the trial set by the heaven? Or will he perish without fulfilling his dream of becoming an Emperor? And why did a VOID fragment fuse with his soul? Is he really ordinary or even that is just a facade? ------------

Caelum had always regarded Zara as more than just his master. She was a mother to him. When she handed him a pill, he swallowed it—no questions asked. But the pill turned out to be a potent poison. Death loomed over Caelum, but he was quick to act and successfully cast a transmigration spell. He was flung four centuries into the future and awakened in the gravely wounded body of a sixteen-year-old noble, Quinn. Yet, betrayal never crossed his mind—only questions. He was a hundred percent certain that in neither universe would Zara ever poison him. In this new era, the mage race was still at war with the undead, but the world had transformed beyond recognition. The Eternal Kingdom had vanished, and four powerful forces had risen, one of them being the Kingdom of Zephirion. Magic had also taken a new turn as origin magics disappeared. Instead, mages had applied different properties to elemental magics, which they called divergent magics. But Caelum was most disturbed that there were no records of the past he had come from. Uncertain of his next steps, Caelum decided to live Quinn’s life while seeking remnants of the past and investigating his predecessor’s death. In no time, Caelum—now Quinn—found trails of the murder, and they pointed him to a powerhouse organization, the Sentinels of Zephirion. But realizing his current power was no match for them, revenge would have to wait. To restore his former battle prowess, Quinn dominated the academy’s challenges. He also earned the opportunity to witness the kingdom’s battlefront against the undead. At the kingdom’s border, the war was one-sided. Hordes of undead were being obliterated by mages. The reason? Two colossal barriers were protecting the mages: one encased the Kingdom of Zephirion, called the inner barrier, and another shielded all four great forces, the outer barrier. But being not only a genius in magic but in arrays as well, Quinn had one big question: what fueled the array? Quinn soon discovered that the inner barrier was being maintained by the Sentinels of Zephirion. His investigation into Quinn's death was reopened as his suspicions grew. Eventually, Quinn learned that the barrier array was fueled by draining the magic essence of countless mages. Worse yet, the core of the array was the very magic essence of his master’s companions. Quinn’s questions now piled up. What had really happened four hundred years ago? Who could have killed his master’s allies, who were SSS+ mages? Despite learning the horrifying truth, Quinn still lacked the strength to act. And so, he chose to gather allies. Once he was strong enough, he exposed the atrocities of the Sentinels of Zephirion to the people. That was when his foes were criticized and found themselves in a difficult position. The Sentinels of Zephirion wanted to eliminate Quinn, but with the protection of Quinn’s allies, they were unable to act openly. As tensions escalated, the royal family intervened and justified the Sentinels of Zephirion’s sacrifices as a necessary evil to maintain the barrier. But Quinn had anticipated this and had a plan. He later revealed an alternative array—one that would create a barrier of equal strength but fueled not by the magic essence of mages but by the collective mana of Zephirion’s mages. That was the final spark that ignited the rebellion. With no reason to fear the disappearance of the barrier, the people rose against both the Sentinels of Zephirion and the royal family. A great war erupted, and the conflict continued for days. In the end, the enemies were defeated. Now that Quinn’s vengeance was fulfilled, he turned his attention to the records of his foes. He was greatly disturbed by the murder of his master’s friends, only to discover that they had not been killed and sacrificed. Instead, they had created the array and willingly sacrificed themselves for one purpose—to protect the future. To protect the future from what?

When a battle-hardened female soldier from modern Earth is killed in action, she expects nothing but darkness. Instead, she awakens in a grand, medieval-style throne room—summoned as a knight to serve the beautiful princess of a powerful kingdom! Bestowed with enhanced strength, agility, and a legendary sword, she is tasked with protecting the kingdom from invading forces and dark conspiracies. However, her unwavering loyalty, confidence, and sheer badassery make her the object of affection for far more than just the princess. Soon, noble ladies, rival knights, fierce warrior queens, and even enemy generals begin falling for her. While she just wants to do her duty as a knight, she somehow keeps getting tangled in romantic misunderstandings and intense declarations of love. With war looming on the horizon, a royal court filled with intrigue, and a growing harem of powerful women vying for her affection, how will she navigate her new life as both a legendary knight and an accidental yuri heartthrob?

Neo wants to be happy. But his chance was stolen from him. Broken, he starts indiscriminately destroying everything, becoming the enemy of all in the universe. He fights and loses to the 10 Heroes and gets sealed. over 50 billion years passed in the seal and he finally break out only to find out that only 10,000 years passed and the world has changed.

What happens when saying a single word turns your life into a chaotic rom-com nightmare? Yuu Takahashi has a curse the moment he speaks to someone, they fall head-over-heels in love with him. To avoid absolute mayhem, he's taken extreme measures: forging a medical excuse claiming he's mute, mastering the art of silent communication, and doing everything in his power to never slip up. But high school isn't easy when your presence alone attracts unwanted attention. Especially when one particular girl, Rika Aoyama, is determined to hear his voice no matter what it takes. Armed with ridiculous schemes, absurd tricks, and an unhealthy obsession, shea's on a mission to uncover Yuu's secret. Between dodging love-crazed admirers, the ever-serious class rep who suspects something is off, and Rika's relentless antics, Yuu's life is anything but peaceful. Can he stay silent and survive high school? Or will he be forced to speak and unleash romantic chaos like never before? A hilarious high school rom-com filled with misunderstandings, wild antics, and the ultimate challenge keeping quiet!

I Dreamed of Cultivation... and Got Homework Instead! “Ah, reincarnation into a xianxia world! Time to wield swords, shoot qi bullets, and become the overlord of the heavens!” At least, that’s what Lin Mao thought would happen. Instead, he woke up in a scholar’s robe, surrounded by ink-stained fingers and people debating... philosophy. “This isn’t the path to immortality! This is the path to finals!” Now Lin Mao has to navigate his life in the prestigious Sky Moon Sect, where flying on swords is nothing but a dream. The only thing flying is debates and enlightenment that comes from philosophy, not martial arts. Instead of fighting demonic beasts, he's fighting grumpy senior brothers, mysterious sect elders, and his master that has a.......long beard. “Who needs qi cultivation when you have the ‘Path of Society’? What does that even mean?! And why does everyone here hate jokes?!” Filled with nothing but Earth’s most degenerate novels, his unhinged personality, and his special ability to accidentally piss people off, Lin Mao is determined to shake up the scholar world. He might not be a cultivator, but who says he can’t make being a scholar legendary? “This isn’t the dream I signed up for, but whatever. If they are going to make me study, I’ll do it my way!” **** This novel will be story-focused, blending humor, character development, and world-building. However, it will also include R18 elements with detailed smut for those who enjoy a little spice in their story. You’ve been warned!

****EXTREMELY SMUTTY **CAUTION: CONTAINS ELEMENT OF TABOO, Julian, the son of Duke Alden and the grandson of Grand Duke Augustus stood Infront of the crystalline ball that emanated mana. The crystal absorbed his mana and started glowing with purplish hue, with a sparks of lightning. "Yes, I have unlocked Lightning Affinity," Julian said, a spark of excitement lighting up his blue eyes. Suddenly, the ball began absorbing too much mana, Julian's eyes widened in horror as the energy swirled out of control, crackling with an intensity that was and terrifying. Just as he realized the danger, the ball erupted in a blinding flash, a shockwave of power surging outward. Julian wasn't hurt, but he felt a strange sensation as a dark mist swirled in front of him. Suddenly, he saw a strange entity, a shadowy figure, slip into his forehead. Then, Julian heard an unfamiliar sound echo in his head: “WELCOME TO THE MILF SYSTEM.” Connecting....Success Initializing.......Success “FUCK THE MILFS AND GET STRONGER, CONQUER THE MILFS, CONQUER THE WORLD.” , The voice said Curiosity piqued, Julian quickly asked, "Can you tell me more about the MILF SYSTEM?" The voice continued, "Sure, The MILF SYSTEM will help you reach unimaginable power as a mage. You will need to complete the tasks assigned to you and earn points." ********************* MILF SYSTEM - TASK POINTS CHART Handjob - 10 Points Blowjob - 20 Points Sex - 75 Points Creampie - 100 Points Threesome - 200 Points Spank - 15 Points Anal - 150 Points ********************* Julian grinned, excitement bubbling up inside him. “Well, if that’s what I should do to be stronger, I guess we don’t have any other choice,” he declared, determination shining in his blue eyes ************** [Huge Harem] [In Depth R-18] [Hardcore Fetishes] [Extreme Sex] [Gore] [Big Boobs] [MILF] [Best Girls] [Anal] [Threesome] [Foursome] [N-some] [Big ass] [Impregnation] Some smut scene may contain: [Spitting] [Slapping] [BDSM] [No NTR - No sharing - No mind control - No drugs or potions that influence the girls A lot of Netori and Stealing] Contains long and detailed smut.

Ren Aldric was just an ordinary college student when he was suddenly transported to a fantasy world alongside other summoned heroes. Each hero was granted incredible abilities, but when Ren’s status was revealed, he was deemed the weakest of them all—his stats were abysmal, and his only skill, Weapon Copy, seemed useless at first glance. Laughed at by the kingdom’s nobles and abandoned by the royal court, Ren was cast aside while the stronger heroes were given grand titles and sent off to fight for humanity. Refusing to accept his fate as “the weakest,” Ren set out on his own journey to prove his worth. But what the world failed to realize was the true potential of his ability—he could perfectly replicate any weapon he touched, even legendary artifacts wielded by the greatest warriors. With each new weapon he acquired, Ren not only copied its form but also gained mastery over it, allowing him to wield countless fighting styles effortlessly. As he ventures through the world, he discovers powerful ancient weapons, earns the respect of battle-hardened warriors, and even catches the attention of formidable enemies who see him as an unpredictable threat. From being ridiculed as the weakest, Ren slowly rises to become a warrior feared across nations. Now, with nothing but his skill and determination, he’ll carve his own legend—one weapon at a time.

Kylin has attained Transcendence and gained power. His appearance and abilities have changed significantly. The universe has acknowledged him, making him the Representative of the Concept of Infinity. However, since he ascended as a human, a curse from Satan has befallen him. And during his ascension, he comes face to face with a mysterious soulmate. What will happen next? Author's note: This is my first book and of course there may be mistakes. I apologize in advance. I would like to thank everyone who has accompanied me on this journey.

Tethered Souls Permainan yang menunjukkan bahwa setiap pasangan terikat oleh sebuah perjanjian, entah itu secara sukarela atau terpaksa. Mengimplikasikan adanya kutukan yang bekerja dalam dua arah. Kematian, penderitaan, atau kehancuran tidak hanya dialami satu orang, tetapi menggandakan dampaknya pada pasangan.

A young girl who is on the edge of love and lust, as she lets in one of her lusters lure her into having a child for him leaving her to become a single mother as the law is also against her, struggle between her lover and luster leads her into depression as she finds a way to choose what she really want for her child.

Hajime Arakawa was once a boy nobody wanted—poor, ridiculed, and alone. But one day, everything changes. When he wakes up, he finds himself transformed—his appearance strikingly handsome, his presence commanding admiration, and, most mysteriously, an impossible power in his hands. With just a thought, his school bag produces any amount of money he desires. At first, he embraces this new life, indulging in the luxuries he never had. But there’s a catch—every morning, when he wakes up, he forgets everything that happened the day before. The only thing that remains in his memory is the knowledge of his power. To keep control of his life, he writes himself notes, reminding himself not to reveal his secret. Yet, the people around him start noticing something strange. His friend, Kaito Murase, suspects that Hajime is hiding something. And Yuzuki Hoshino, a kind-hearted girl drawn to his warmth, feels there is more to him than what meets the eye. As she slowly pieces together his mystery, she becomes the one person who might be able to change his fate. But why did Hajime receive this second life? Is his power truly a gift, or is there something lurking beneath his forgotten days? As he enjoys his fleeting happiness, he remains unaware that his past—and the truth—might one day catch up to him.

A bored girl with psychic powers is trying her best to blend in, like the rest of humanity. But until when? Every story with a psychic-powered main character follows the same script—they use their abilities to help others, fight evil, or save the world. BE A HERO? But not Avaris, though.

Synopsis: In an ancient and boundless universe filled with endless realms, powerful sects, and unfathomable secrets, Shen Tian is born into the lowest mortal world with a crippled physique, mocked and scorned by all. But fate takes a dramatic turn when he acquires the Eternal Dao Origin, a mysterious and omnipotent system-like artifact that grants him the ability to devour and refine all energies, comprehend the deepest mysteries of the Dao, and forge his own path beyond destiny. As he ascends through the cultivation realms, Shen Tian builds a vast empire, conquers forbidden lands, unravels cosmic mysteries, and gathers an ever-growing number of devoted wives—each a legendary figure in her own right. From celestial fairies to primordial goddesses, his harem consists of 100 extraordinary women, each playing a crucial role in his grand journey. Together, they give birth to divine prodigies, ensuring an eternal lineage of unparalleled power.

In the year 2193, two generations after the collapse of the European Union, a new world is forged under the rule of King Alexithymia. Quarta (Nion), one of the few who retained her emotions, lives in a rigid, emotionless society where humanity is forced to suppress all feelings. Having served the Utopian City for years, Quarta has become a tool of the regime, trapped in a world that has erased everything that makes her human. The perfect society she once believed in is now a suffocating cage. But when the weight of the lies becomes unbearable, she embarks on a dangerous journey—not only to uncover the truth about the fractured world she lives in but to rediscover the true self that has been erased from her memory. In a world ruled by the cold hands of authority, can Quarta survive the emotional awakening she so desperately craves? Will she find freedom, or is the price of truth more than she can bear?

Transcendence System Alfredo Sean is a corporate office employee who passed away due to overwork and unhealthy working conditions. He found himself waking up in the body of a Senior High School student Zedric Luiz in a different world, where magic and magical creatures are the norms. [Ding!] [System Initializing...] [System Synchronization... Binding with Host...] [10%... 20%... 30%... 40%... 50%... 60%... 70%... 80%...90%... 100%] [Transcendent System Binding with Host Successfully Initiated!] [Ding!] [Downloading System Programs...] [Ding!] [System Downloading Successful! Host may now proceed with System Activation] "Eh?" "I'm still far away from the acceptance stage regarding this reincarnation and magic reality... Now there's also a system!?" Alfredo, now in the body of Zedric Luiz, tried to assimilate in this world of magic, but with his system, his abilities improves by leaps and bounds and even transcends the common logic and individual limitations of the magical world. His path will ultimately lead him to excellence and infinite possibilities.

What if our protagonist suddenly finds herself surrounded by the characters of her favorite novel series Sherlock Holmes in the present century? Yeah that's basically the story, protagonist is dazai kinnie(if you know what I mean) so there would be some depressive stuff.

Eric steps through the Nexus Gate into the Forgotten Nexus, where lost worlds and failed timelines converge. The city of Eonspire hums with cosmic energy, but something ancient stirs—it knows his name, a name erased from history. A colossal sphere crackling with time reveals fragments of a war, a dying star, and a whispered truth: Eric, the Last Sentinel. When a void-born entity attacks, unraveling reality itself, something within him awakens—Voidwalker. Chrono Collapse. Time bends to his will, and with a single strike, he erases the creature. The Nexus stabilizes, but the universe has just remembered him.

What would happen if the mythologies that exist today are actually true. There is an entire civilization of beings hidden yet assimilated with today's world. Lets enter this world and understand its workings.

WY is just an ordinary office worker trapped in the monotony of daily life—endless paperwork, a nagging boss, and parents who constantly criticize her love for mobile esports. Her only escape is Infinite Warzone, an intense battle game where she truly feels alive. One night, after a hard-fought ranked match, her screen flickers, and a mysterious message appears: “Congratulations. You have been selected for the Transcenders Project.” At first, she thinks it’s a prank or a virus. But when she presses “Accept,” her reality shatters. She awakens in a strange digital world—an elite battleground where players are tested beyond human limits. The reward? Supernatural abilities in the real world. WY soon discovers that every challenge she conquers grants her a new power—enhanced reflexes, predictive vision, even bullet-time reactions—but each comes with a catch. Her skills are bound by strict conditions, forcing her to strategize and push herself further than ever before. As she rises through the ranks, she encounters other competitors—some allies, some ruthless rivals. But the deeper she dives, the more she realizes that the Transcenders Project is more than just a game. Players start vanishing. Shadows lurk behind the system. And the final challenge may demand more than just skill—it may cost her everything. Will WY master the game, unlock her full potential, and uncover the truth behind the project? Or will she become just another forgotten player in this high-stakes, digital war?

Death has always been the ultimate inevitable equalizer, an unbridling constant in human existence. Immortality remains an elusive dream, a fantasy relegated to the realm of myth. Yet, fate has a twisted humour of subverting expectations. For Ju Mi-yeon, the boundaries of mortality are blurred, as the threads of her past lives weave together in a manifestation of forbidden memories. A life devoid of joy or sorrow, Ju Miyeon's existence is a startling reminder that some wounds transcends time. Trapped in the echoes of her own forgotten lives, she remains a prisoner of her memories, forever searching for redemption. ___________________________________

A person faces two sets of dilemmas - one that has to be accepted despite the desire to avoid it, and the other that is easy but wrong. Dark surroundings, dim light, and a confused, uncomfortable expression on the face. A vague crisis looms in the background, which cannot be avoided.