Crazily Persecuted

Angelica wishes to be a fighter like her older brothers to escape the boring life of being a princess with responsibilities. Yet her mother, who is Queen, forbids it, forcing her to instead perform and learn activities and mannerisms fit for a princess in order to be next in line for the throne as Queen of the everlasting Chióni nation. Refusing such a lifestyle, Angelica does whatever means necessary to convince her mother to accept the choice she made for herself. Even if that means enduring harsh punishment and persecution. But can she live up to it? Ruining her royal life and learning that being a fighter means battling against monstrous fiends known as Niten?

In a world where immortality comes at a harrowing cost, those afflicted with the Semi-Immortal disorder walk a perilous path between life and death. Gifted by the Goddess Amritkala, these individuals cheat death but pay dearly—each resurrection scars their minds, bodies, and souls. Viewed as unnatural abominations by society, Semi-Immortals face prejudice and violence, their existence deemed a threat to the natural order. Leading the crusade against them is the Crossed Clan, a ruthless cult bent on eradicating these "parasites" with weapons designed to siphon their essence. In opposition stands the Whitehorse Agency, a covert organization offering sanctuary to Semi-Immortals, fighting to protect them from relentless persecution. Caught in the crossfire, the Semi-Immortals struggle to survive, their existence a battleground for humanity’s fear and morality. Among them is 19-year-old Ivianna (Ivy) Reyna, whose life has been marked by cruelty and betrayal. At 15, Ivy ended her life, only to be reborn as a Semi-Immortal, cursed to live on with a past that haunts her and a resurrection she never wanted. Her life changes when she meets Violet, a transgender girl whose own experiences with rejection and trauma mirror her own. Violet’s warmth and understanding become a lifeline for Ivy, offering her the connection she craves. As their bond grows, Ivy learns from the Whitehorse Agency that she is not just any Semi-Immortal but a rare Wildling, with powers tied to her death and childhood. This revelation thrusts Ivy into the heart of the conflict between the Crossed Clan and the Whitehorse Agency, forcing her to confront her identity and the responsibilities her powers demand. "Semi-Immortal" is a powerful tale of survival, identity, and the search for belonging in a world that fears what it cannot understand. It is a story of scars that never heal, bonds forged in the dark, and the courage it takes to face a broken world—and oneself.

The world of Anexia is rotting. The Mist has taken hold over entire continents and continues to spread, not content until the entire world is under its control. Raorka, along with his mother Zoe and father Zack, are thrust into this world after an accident. However they wake up at different parts of the world. Raorka wakes up near the Domed Town of Temuril, where inhabitants speak of the cursed dragon in the woods and the exiled witch who teaches magik...for a price. Zack wakes up near the town of Odania where the red cloaked Chianti Hunters battle against the tyrant mayor and the last Great Kingdom. Zoe awakens near the abandoned Church of Laments, where the cries of persecuted nuns echo, praying for the return of their Goddess and her blessings. Now they journey separately, desperate to reunite with each other amidst the chaos of a dying world.

As soon as his eyes open, he rejoices. Marcus was Reborn in another world, as a King's son. The instant he realized this, Marcus could already taste the wonderful life he would lead as a Prince, a life filled with riches, fun, women, and... Things don't turn out so simple. Born from the "union" of the King and a prisoner, the path to an easy life already seems thorny. Additionally, the prisoner, Marcus' mother in this new world, is no normal prisoner. In her veins flow the blood of Demons, the cause of her arrest, persecution, and planned execution. What kind of future awaits the one who holds both the highly esteemed blood of Royals and the cursed blood of Demons? Kain, the King's brother, is the one from whom the idea of such a union came. To what purpose? To what end? Mixing noble and demon blood... "They've still got you in this cage, little Demon? Lucky me." A Silver-haired Demoness chuckled. "Formidable child… Join me.”

Seized by a panic such as she had never experienced in the 21 short years of her life, Mira scrambled against the man's grip, and a whiff of blood mingled with an intoxicating scent of cedar. “Shh,” he murmured, lowering his head. Pressed against his firm chest, she gulped at the dark red seeping through his shirt ivory white. She risked a glimpse up. Under a silver-black phantom half mask was a sculpted face, strands of jet-black hair sweeping his cheeks. Contrasting his pale complexion were those burgundy red lips, above which, a straight nose cast a shadow on his thin eyes the color of onyx. He glanced down at her, his gaze otherworldly. “If you’re thinking of getting on the back of the truck,” he wheezed, his larynx heaving. “Bad idea.” Deep like the rumbling sea and magnetic, his gravelly voice threatened to drown any audience. ----- History repeats itself. In a world ten thousand years after ours perishes, the planet is ruled by the First World, consisting of the Commonwealth and the Republic across the Huron Sea. 21-year-old Mira de Armas must escape the Commonwealth after a posse of vigilantes who called themselves the Reds started a revolution and persecuted her stepfather till his death. Disguised as a boy, she smuggles herself to the Republic. As she tries to escape from the Customs, she is caught by the most wanted man of the First World, the last drug lord who has taken out all the Republican cartels. The man offers to take her to safety in exchange for helping him to a bunker and treating his wound from the gunshot. Left with no choice, Mira joins forces with the man and learns that he is Dr. Warshon Qusbecq, a renowned physician by day. As their journey uncovers old memories and reveals the conspiracy behind the election of the First World Premier, their relationship evolves from suspicion to mutual dependence and affection. Through intellectual sparring and the exchange of personal stories, they reveal emotional vulnerabilities to each other that they hide from the rest of the world. Drawing on her own experiences in the Commonwealth, Mira sees the truth as she falls into the dark: that darkness exists exactly because the light is shining and enjoyed on the other side. I hope you'll enjoy this romantasy.

"Please, sister, get married with the Emperor of Dormia." My younger sister begged me to get married with the tyrant of Dormia. Octavious Dormia. A tyrant known as merciless in other continents but also worshipped by his people crazily. I, the daughter of the marquis of Pythasus, Tiana Pythasus, am forced to get married with that tyrant on behalf of my younger sister and to succeed the plan that my father and the emperor are plotting. Defeating Octavious Dormia and taking control of Dormia. I thought my kindness had led me to my destruction, but... "Did you get in any trouble on coming here? My wife..." He is the most gentle man I have ever seen! Everything I heard in Symestiaph..........is wrong?

【Free Book】Originally having a pitiful life story, all types of misfortunes befell her. Who would have known that with the twist of fate, she, with a belly bulging with pregnancy, became the only heiress of a tycoon’s empire? Five years later, she returns with her children, she is full of vengeance, quashing scoundrels. However, that man who has always been sticking to her is so annoying. Charlotte Thompson: "Mr. Battleson, please stay away! We divorced five years ago." The man lined up a row of kids, "Let's remarry. The children need a daddy." The kids were wide-eyed and unanimously said, "Daddy, you have to wait in line if you want to marry Mommy!" ... The reporters reported that Mr. Battleson is crazily pursuing a poor, ugly, and divorced woman who has children. Justin Battleson: "She's my wife. They're my children. I'm in the process of remarriage, asking for recognition." The tycoon’s grandpa: "My granddaughter, my family's only heiress. She's rich." Four top-level uncle bosses: "Our niece is young and beautiful. Who is the blind one calling her ugly?" Eight handsome elder and younger brothers: "Our sister is the top one strong person in the universe, who wears disguise everywhere she goes." Charlotte Thompson: "..." Can you guys please quiet down? 【Sweet + doted on by a group + cute kids + disguise + refreshing story, PS: The start is a bit depressing, bear with it!】

In the realm of Zephorya, Cassian Black finds himself at a vital juncture where insurrection and persecution happen continuously. Cassian, the son of the head of the Association Utopia (AU), struggles with the weight of his legacy and the confining expectations that follow. "Bands," ancient metallic bracelets that provide enormous powers to their wearers—those who utilize them are known as Bandits—help to reshape the world.  Disappointed with the rigid AU regulations and anxious to create his own path, Cassian bids farewell to his privileged life, only to return some years later. This time, with a Band of his own.

In a realm teeming with diverse races like elves, vampires, dragons, monsters, and dwarves. Amidst this tapestry of beings, the Demi-humans, including the protagonist Arthur, face persecution as humans label them as abominations in the eyes of the gods. The narrative centers on a young boy, thrust into slavery after being captured from his homeland in the west continent. Sold into servitude within a treacherous dungeon tasked with mining mana stones, his path to liberation emerges when he acquires Salomon’s legacy. Arthur seeks to shatter the chains of his bondage, ultimately striving to ascend as a leader among the Demi-humans, shaping his destiny as a king in this deadly world. *The cover art is not mine if the original artist wants me to take it down please contact me

Apocalypse、Rebirth、Explosive hoarding of supplies、Infinite space、Blackening Revenge of Bitch. The world has entered the Ice Age, and the end of the cold ice has arrived, with 95% of humanity on the planet dying! In his previous life, Jack was killed by someone he had helped because of his kindness. Reborn a month before the end of the Cold Ice Age, Jack awakened his spatial ability and began to crazily hoard supplies! Lack of supplies? He emptied a billion of dollar warehouse in a super mall! Are you living comfortably? He built a super safe house that was comparable to a fortress of the end! The end of the day is approaching, and others are frozen into dogs, willing to give up everything for a bite.

Phoebe Moore was a former sexy model and a streetwalker. She was disowned by her parents, expelled from the university, and criticized and persecuted by society. One night after she offered her services to a customer, she went home. A road the bus usually took was blocked, so she walked in the forest on her way home. The forest was eerie, but she didn't mind the atmosphere as she kept walking. Suddenly, a werewolf attacked her and turned her. When the transformation turned out successfully, the werewolf then informed her that he was an Alpha and she was his mate. The handsome and charismatic Alpha, Ezra Churchill, brought Phoebe to the palace, introduced her to the members, and they both signed a contract with their blood making their bond official. But when the night of their mating ceremony came, Ezra told Phoebe that he was cutting off his bond with her and rescinding the contract. He told her that he has fallen in love with someone else and chose another mate. Phoebe was heartbroken. She left the palace and vowed to take revenge against the Alpha who broke her heart.

Could the desire to die be much stronger than the desire to live? Ariana Jatropesh, 27-year-old, daughter of one of the most successful businessmen and owner of the Gold's Foundation Products is one crazy, high-spirited young lady. With a death sentence placed on her neck, Ariana decides to take drastic decisions and step out of the 'perfect' life she had all her life. Jared Antiano is a 29-year-old, Ph.D. holder, about to take over his father's company and live the life he has always dreamed of. But as fate has it, a series of crazy events bring the two young and rich individuals together at the most crucial moments of their lives. They get entangled, drunk on the streets, even messing up a crazy ex's wedding? You name it, they're going to do it all. But the more they spend time together, the more they realize just how much life is precious, contrary to their plan at first. Could this new spark of love be the thread that ties them to live together? Or could it be that which will make them want to die more than ever before? They were about to fall in Love at the Last Sight. The question is...will they live till then? Find out more on this crazily awesome original tale! ---------- "What are you doing?!!" We are going to die!!" Jared screamed with his eyes widened. Ariana flipped her wild blonde hair and gave him a dazzling wink from behind. "And who said that's not what I want?" She snickered. This was the moment he realized he was with one crazy rich brat. #Cover not originally mine, owner should kindly message me if he or she wants it to be taken down

Orphaned in a world where the people gain classes through the drawing of a lottery, Draig a Vampire born amidst mortals must face the world and struggle with his Vampire heritage along with a odd System that was matched with him. All the while trying to survive against those who persecute his monster Heritage.

In a world dominated by the tyrannical Sentinel Corporation, enhanced individuals and rebels face relentless persecution. Eric Stanton, a reluctant hero armed with a mysterious reactor that grants him extraordinary abilities, joins forces with the Vanguard—a fearless resistance group. As Sentinel accelerates Project Override, a sinister initiative to strip humanity of its enhancements, the stakes have never been higher. With his allies by his side, Eric must navigate daring missions, uncover hidden truths, and confront his own growing power. As the battle escalates, lines blur between heroism and sacrifice, testing the limits of their resolve. Will they dismantle Sentinel’s iron grip, or will the resistance fall before the might of their enemies? An action-packed journey of courage, betrayal, and unbreakable bonds, this tale redefines what it means to fight for freedom.

It's been months-no, it's hard to even keep track of time in this place. The constant drip, drip of water is driving me mad. I try to count the seconds between each drop, but the numbers always escape me, like the last glimmers of a fading dream. I wish I could drown out the sound with my own cries, but what good would that do? Here, even my voice feels like it's locked behind bars. They keep telling me this is what I deserve, that The Slaver's rule is about making us all equal in our suffering. I try not to laugh at their twisted sense of justice. Equality in chains is still just chains. The cold, the damp, the darkness-they've become my world. I keep telling myself that this will end, that one day I'll be free again. Zarin's face is the only thing I can hold onto, the promise of a chance to escape, to reclaim some part of myself. It's what keeps me going, despite the bruises and the hunger gnawing at my insides. I've been working on a plan, chiseling away at my chains and my hope with equal desperation. Every small victory-like sneaking a piece of bread or hiding a scrap of cloth-feels like a victory in a battle I'm too weary to fight. But I won't give up. Not yet. The thought of freedom is too precious to let go. If you're reading this, I am either already dead or the hunting and persecution of Cauldron-Born is finally over. I really hope for the second option. -Hadley

Transported to a medieval world, I become a noble named Field. Soon, I discover a peculiar truth about this realm—women have a chance to awaken as extraordinary "Chosen Ones" with unique abilities and unrivalled beauty. But before Field can celebrate this revelation, he’s sent by his stingy father and alluring stepmother to a desolate, monster-infested wasteland to pioneer new lands! Worse still, the entire empire—no, the entire world—is utterly rotten. Ruthless nobles, cultists worshipping malevolent powers, unfathomable monsters, pervasive conspiracies, and relentless persecution—trouble seems to lurk around every corner. Fine, then! You want to play dirty? Bring it on! Humanity? Who needs it?

A martyr is someone that suffers persecution and death for advocating, renouncing, or refusing to renounce or advocate, a belief or cause as demanded by an external party while just like in Schrödinger's cat experiment, a person can also be considered alive and dead at the same time. This was the case for Nolamine's father. A tragedy that fell on him and one that Nolamine would learn about one faithful stormy night after meeting a witch. He is told that the only way to liberate his father is to travel to another world unseen by the human eye and kill his own father so he could go to the after life, something only he could do. Or though he is South Korean, he finds out that he is from somewhere else and that in itself makes him question who he is. Join him as he finds the truth about his family, discovers a new world, fights mystical creatures, beasts, demons, witches, wizards and warriors from this world and the other as he travels between worlds while possessing the ability to wield one of the rarest wands in history, a wand that devourers other wands. Considered weak by all, but holds a secrete of its own. Find out how a boy become 'The Devourer of Worlds'.

Doomsday + rebirth + stockpiling + survival + infinite space + revenge in the dark The world has entered the Ice Age, the Ice Doomsday is coming, and 95% of the planet's human imagination is exhausted! In the previous life, Joy was killed by the people she helped because of her kindness. Reborn back to a month before the Ice Doomsday, Joy awakened the space ability and began to hoard supplies crazily! Short of supplies? He directly emptied a warehouse worth tens of billions of dollars in a super-value shopping mall! Not comfortable living? Build a super fortress for him that is comparable to the Doomsday Fortress! When the Doomsday comes, others are frozen like dogs, and they can give up everything for a bite of food. But Joy lives more freely than before the Doomsday. Bitch: Joy, as long as you let me into your house, I will agree to be your girlfriend. Rich second generation: Joy, I am willing to use all my money to exchange for a meal in your house. Beast neighbors: Joy, you should share supplies with us, you shouldn't be so selfish! Looking at these people who hated her in her previous life, Joy lived a comfortable life in a safe house. Joy: What does your love, whether it lasts or not, have to do with it? I won’t give my things to you even if I feed them to the dogs!

In a world dominated by those who worshipped gods and where Vampires are relentlessly hunted... Vlad, a young and feeble vampire, witnesses the brutal massacre of his entire family and clan at the hands of Humans. As despair consumed him, Vlad questioned the unfairness of their plight. "Why are vampires the sole target of persecution? Why is there no one to come to our rescue? Is there truly no God?" Those haunting words become Vlad's final lament before a spear pierced his heart, bringing him to the brink of death. But as his end came near... In the throes of his fading consciousness, a robotic voice resonated within his mind, jolting him back to a semblance of awareness. [Blood Sovereign System activated!] As Vlad's life force waned, a surge of memories flooded his mind, unlocking the hidden truths surrounding his existence. Amidst the fragments of recollection, a single name resonates louder than the rest... "Dracula." ---------------- [[CrimsonWolfAuthor : This story features a Villain protagonist, so read at your own risk. Unlike many other stories in this genre, the female characters here are not brain-dead or damsels in distress, thus the development of the romance between characters and the expansion of harem will take time. The protagonist is not a typical hero; instead, he is an evil villain, and the story follows his rise to power and the journey towards the ultimate goal. The character is complex and nuanced, with a clear motivation for his actions. So don't expect some character development and learning through mistakes. MC is a seasoned veteran and a cunning mastermind from the very beginning.]] ---------------- Note : Character Reference Arts are available in chapter comments and our Discord Group. Discord Link : https://discord.com/invite/ASRdeHfDMX ---------------- Note : Vote for the Novel for extra weekly chapters. 100 Power Stones = 1 Extra Chapter per week 200 Power Stones = 2 Extra Chapters per week 500 Power Stones = 5 Extra chapters per week 10 Golden Tickets = 2 Extra chapters per week 20 Golden Tickets = 3 Extra chapters per week 50 Golden Tickets = 7 Extra chapters per week

Born as a Traut, Evelyn's life is one of relentless suffering under the oppressive Federation's rule. Her existence is defined by despair, discrimination, and persecution. Suddenly thrown into the spotlight, Evelyn conceals her origins as she embarks on a mission of revenge. She silently awaits her opportunity to strike and bring down the entire Federation regime. *** IMPORTANT NOTICE: This novel does have a system-power, however it comes a bit later in the chapters (but not that late don't worry) because the beginning is mostly story builiding and character development. This is a primarily action/fantasy novel. However, I’ll be dabbling into other genres like mystery and thriller throughout. Please note the mc is not OP out of the gate, but it is a constant progress. There will not be 24/7 action. There are slower chapters that just focus on story building. (If you are looking for a similar theme but action-heavy please check out my other novel called Danger Outside). I highly recommend if you are looking for a novel that focuses on both storybuilding and quality character developments. I will be uploading 1 chapter every week on Sunday mornings EST time. Please express your interests in the comments!!!

Weird savior to a demon race is born. Is he the good guy, or is he truly evil? ********** Migurigum, emotionless beings on the physical plane, feared as demons by all. Geltun Migurigum, persecuted children who 'awaken', becoming something similar to these creatures.  Sanji is a boy with amnesia who wakes up to find himself in the Geltun Migurigum school. Here he is bullied and weird phenomena occur around him. Sico is the second boy of prophecy whose family was killed by the Migurigum. He goes on a journey with a Migurigum-killing sword to kill them all. Part one, 12 chapters, brings the two main characters together. Who is Kazuri, what is Sanji's past and what is the goal of the Migurigum?

The world consists of 7 classes. -celestial. -Exorcism -spellcasting. -Humanity -martial arts. -Mystical -summoning During the demon- exorcist war only the demons took part in the battle as the other classes considered it not their duty. When the war reached its climax ,the council held a meeting on the world's current status. It was noted that the number of exorcists coincided with that of the demons;showing that for each exorcist there was a demon. They saw a chance to finally get rid off the class as the Exorcists had for long been the highest ranking class. This led to the mass worldwide persecution of the class. 3000years later,the world had become more settled and no longer saw the class as a threat. Taiki Ishiko is a 17 year old highschooler in Tokyo who belongs to the exorcist class. He and the rest of team Aka use their abilities to protect the city against ghouls. He has a goal of getting stronger so as to protect everyone close to him and the city himself,not knowing what is in stored for him.

500 years ago, after a bloody war between two kingdoms, the persecution of witches temporarily ceased. At the end of the conflict the hero Marze married Liffel in a forced marriage, a powerful witch of the lineage of Life, in order to unite both sides and put an end to the war. Some time later Marze disappeared without a trace. Liffel, hated and persecuted in a world full of dangerous beings, decides to set out on a quest to find him and search for answers. Unbeknownst to her, a dark soul has invaded her body, putting her soul at risk. Will she be able to find her husband and resist the seduction of the power of death that begins to manifest itself in her?

What would you do if four of the hottest girls in your life fell crazily in love with you, to the point of fighting to the death over you? Between your tomboy childhood friend, busty high school teacher, sexy ice queen beauty and your own older sister... who will prevail in the end? It's hard to foresee, especially if there's magic involved, a very special ring, and a very sexy and mischievous Devil pulling the strings... Find out in this steamy novel, but beware: the story is super sexy and spicy, (no blaming me if this becomes your new fetish) and it might just grip you and never let you go... a bit like a Yandere girl!

decades after military coup killing his late father, a young boy named Ajax, his mother, and their bodyguard live in hiding to avoid persecution by the current government. But after a strange turn of events involving the kings wife falling under an illness Ajax is hunted down due to his unique ability and must fight for his life to defend himself and his loved ones.

Thelo is the last remaining member of the Most feared bloodline know to vampire kind every noble blood wants him gone so to try and remove him he is sent to Larisha A land where Vampires are persecuted and murdered.

In the sprawling, magical metropolis of Lumina City, Silas Calder lives a double life: by day, he’s a bartender at *The Alchemical Flask*, a speakeasy that caters to both humans and magical beings. By night, he secretly experiments with forbidden enchantments, yearning for a purpose beyond his mundane existence. When Kael—a mysterious and brooding shadowbinder with a dangerous past—walks into the bar, Silas’s life takes an unexpected turn. Drawn together by an undeniable connection, Silas and Kael discover they share a rare soulbond, a magical link that intertwines their fates. But their bond makes them targets in a city teetering on the edge of chaos. The Sentinels, an elite force tasked with policing magic, relentlessly hunt Kael for his shadowbinding abilities, while Silas struggles to harness the volatile magic within himself. As their feelings deepen, so does the danger. When the Sentinels raid *The Alchemical Flask*, Silas risks everything to save Kael, setting them on a path of rebellion against the oppressive forces controlling Lumina City. Together, they uncover the dark secrets of the Sentinels and the true nature of their soulbond, which may hold the key to saving not only themselves but countless others persecuted for their magic. In a city where shadows hold secrets and sparks ignite revolutions, Silas and Kael must confront their fears, embrace their powers, and decide how far they’re willing to go for love, freedom, and each other.

--If one comes across a primordial treasure that can make one a God from scratch, how will one used it godly power be made? Aiden VoidAngel, A young billionaire who was bored, after coming out to receive fresh air in middle of night he unexpectedly stumbled upon a primordial treasure from another universe that made him a God on the spot. He discovers an opportunity that will change his bored life forever, how he uses it is up to him. Hahahaha Aiden laughed out loud crazily and said, First Let transform this boring planet of earth into a fantasy world that will be truly exciting as he would not get bored form it. What kind of world will Aiden create and how far will his creations take him? This is the journey of a human who becomes a God.

Mike transmigrated into a world where everyone could change classes and awaken talents. Here, monsters were rampant and alien races invaded! Danger and opportunity coexisted! Only by becoming a class changer and getting stronger through leveling up could one stand at the top of the world. On the day of class change, Mike became a Jester of Fate, a hidden profession in the mysterious class. He obtained a D - level talent "Fate Modification" (a one - time - use talent). He had originally thought it was a lousy talent, but unexpectedly, his ability to exploit bugs was amazing. "Fate Modification": You can modify one word in the fate outline once. (The talent disappears after one use.) Mike activated the talent and directly modified it to: "Fate Modification" (a billion - time - use talent): The talent disappears after being used a billion times. Since then, the darkest hour has come to the world! Fate outline: You are attacked by a Green - Crested Snake, and venom enters your body. After modification: You are attacked by a Green - Crested Snake, and spiritual liquid enters your body. Green - Crested Snake: "Why did this human level up crazily after I bit him?" Fate outline: You use Meteor Fire Rain to attack a group of Succubi. After modification: You use Meteor Shit Rain to attack a group of Succubi. Succubi: "Are you a dog?" Fate outline: You are attacked by a Titan Giant Bear, and after a hard struggle, you are eaten alive. After modification: You are attacked by a Titan Giant Bear, and after a hard struggle, you give birth. Titan Giant Bear: "I'm so confused. How come I got pregnant while fighting?" Looking at the Titan Giant Bear with a kind face, Mike immediately said, "Mom!"

DHARMA In a world where power divides and darkness reigns, a massacre gave rise to a monster and a revolution. Twenty years after the Stoneborn Massacre, Megacity remains a chrome paradise built on lies and persecution. But beneath its shiny surface, a storm is brewing. As TEN's elite forces hunt the mysterious Zeros.