The Single Dad Marni Mann

Ellie Yeo thought she could escape her one-sided love for her boss, Simon Sa, by accepting an arranged marriage to Ethan Jung. However, just when she plans to leave Simon’s world behind, he pulls her back into a whirlwind of emotions with one last business trip together. Torn between her growing attachment to Ethan and her unresolved feelings for Simon, Ellie faces her deepest emotional conflicts. As secrets unravel and difficult choices arise, Ellie must decide whether to follow her heart or break free from the man who refuses to let her go. Will she finally escape Simon’s grip, or will their twisted relationship trap her once again?

"Winter Yoo returns to Seolbeop, Korea’s most prestigious law firm, after three years of exile. Once a secretary caught in scandal, she now stands as one of the top lawyers. Determined to correct the wrongs of her past, she faces old rivals and reconnects with Hugo Kang, a cold and captivating attorney. As Winter navigates the treacherous world of law, power, and hidden secrets, she must decide where her true loyalties lie. But when her past collides with her future, will she make the ultimate choice that could change everything? Find out what Winter decides in this gripping tale of redemption and romance!"

Synopsis: 【Era + Wiedergeburt + Gebildete Jugend + Hingabe des rauen Ehemannes + Kindererziehung】 In ihrem früheren Leben hat Su Xiaoxiao unwissentlich Unheil in ihr Haus gebracht, was durch eine Reihe von "Unfällen" zum Untergang ihrer gesamten Familie führte. Nach ihrer Wiedergeburt schwor sie, diejenigen, die sie geschädigt hatten, einen bitteren Preis zahlen zu lassen! Sie war fest entschlossen, den rachsüchtigen Jiang Yexun von ganzem Herzen zu lieben, der bereit war, seinen enormen Reichtum zu verschleudern und sogar sein Leben für ihre Rache zu riskieren. Aber es gab ein merkwürdiges Problem mit ihrem Körper - sie konnte ihn nicht kontrollieren. Wann immer sie in der Nähe von Jiang Yexun war, überkam sie ein unwiderstehlicher Drang nach Intimität. Jiang Yexun biss die Zähne zusammen und sagte: "Ich habe dir eine Chance gegeben, zu fliehen!" Su Xiaoxiao umarmte die Taille des Mannes und erwiderte spielerisch: "Wovor weglaufen? Ein echter Mann sollte handeln, nicht nur reden!" Jiang Yexun drückte das provozierende Mädchen an sich: "Na gut, dann lass uns handeln!" Nach der Heirat erkannte Su Xiaoxiao, die ihre schmerzende Taille pflegte, die sich seither nicht wieder aufgerichtet hatte, unter Tränen eine unbestreitbare Tatsache: Man darf einen rauen und harten Ehemann wie ihn nicht provozieren.

Xiao Yi, ein Waisenkind, das von einem respektlosen alten Mann aufgezogen wurde, besaß geheimnisvolle alte Kampfkünste und eine einzigartige Fähigkeit in der traditionellen chinesischen Medizin. Im Alter von zwanzig Jahren erhielt er plötzlich den rätselhaften Auftrag des alten Mannes, als Student an der renommierten Universität Z zu studieren und damit sein spektakuläres modernes Stadtleben zu beginnen. In der Stadt begann er, seine eigene ewige Legende zu schreiben...

Nachdem Tan Ming schwanger geworden war, übergab ihr Mann ihr die Scheidungspapiere. Vor dreiundzwanzig Jahren war Tan Ming noch ein Waisenkind, das niemand wollte. Ihre Adoptiveltern hatten sie aus einem Waisenhaus adoptiert, weil sie sich keine eigenen Kinder leisten konnten. Tan Mings unglückliches Schicksal änderte sich dadurch jedoch nicht. Innerhalb eines Monats wurde ihre Adoptivmutter schwanger. Nach der Geburt ihrer jüngeren Schwester, Tan Si, wurde Tan Ming zur unbeliebtesten Person in der Familie. Seit sie ein Kind war, musste sie Tan Si in allem den Vortritt lassen. Ihre Eltern mochten Tan Si nur, weil Tan Ming nicht ihr leibliches Kind war. Vor drei Jahren wurde sie von der Familie Tan gezwungen, einen komatösen Mann zu heiraten, um ihre Geschäfte zu sichern. Zwei ganze Jahre lang lebte Tan Ming als Witwe. Bis vor einem Jahr, als ihr komatöser Mann unerwartet aufwachte, verliebte sich Tan Si auf den ersten Blick in ihn. Dieses Mal beschloss Tan Ming, nicht mehr nachzugeben. Sie versuchte entschlossen, die Verbindung zur Familie Tan zu lösen. Sie rechnete jedoch nicht damit, dass ihr am Ende die Scheidungspapiere zugestellt würden. Um der Kinder in ihrem Bauch willen wurde Tan Ming von ihrem Mann gezwungen, die Papiere zu unterschreiben. Als die Kinder geboren wurden, begleitete ihr leiblicher Vater eine andere Frau zu ihrem Schwangerschaftstest. Gerade als Tan Mings Welt am dunkelsten war, tauchten ihre echten Verwandten auf. Sie waren eine so wohlhabende Familie, dass sogar die Familie Tan zu ihnen aufschaute, und sie hießen sie zu Hause willkommen! Als sie nach Hause kam, war sie kein unerwünschtes Kind mehr. Sie hatte nicht nur Eltern, die sich um sie kümmerten, sondern auch drei Brüder, die sie sehr verwöhnten! Später bereute ihr Ex-Mann seine Entscheidung und kam, um sich persönlich zu entschuldigen. "Halt dich aus meinem Leben raus", sagte Tan Ming.

Elaina never anticipated discovering that her husband, the reigning emperor of the Kingdom of Luminiera, was unfaithful. To make matters worse, the one seemingly attempting to undermine their marriage was none other than her sister! Unable to confront this harsh reality, Elaina resolved to plan her escape and distance herself from her husband. However, a significant complication emerged while she was plotting her departure—she was pregnant with the emperor's child. Determined not to subject her child to the consequences of her husband's infidelity, she chose to flee with her child and embark on a fresh start in the neighboring kingdom of Darcero, utilizing her expertise in farming while also planning on raising the child that she will give birth soon all on her own without the need and support of a father. As fortune would have it, the gods appeared to favor her resolve. "Because the gods are impressed by your dedication, we reward you with a helper that will allow you to flourish in this land. In exchange, you help us grow plants that are not yet present in this world and spread them all over the world. Activating the Farm Helper. Welcome, host!" Now faced with the prospect of an entirely new life and the responsibility of her unborn child, Elaina must navigate the challenges that lie ahead. What trials and tribulations will she encounter as she endeavors to build a life for herself and her child in this unfamiliar territory?

*WARNING: Minor Girls and boys should stay away!* When an introverted nobody meets an untimely and embarrassing end in his bathroom, his journey doesn’t end there. Reincarnated in an urban world as a father, he finds out his son is destined Heavenly Child —a young man blessed by the heavens with unimaginable fate—he’s thrust into a life filled with fame, power, riches, and women. But this isn’t a typical shit story. While many 'noobie' seems like the main character in a classic hero’s tale, 'Alex' our reincarnated middleman decides to forge his own path. Navigating the intricate webs of powerful families, he reshapes his fate using sharp wit, newfound confidence, and an unexpected advantage to pursue everything he’s ever dreamed of. But why does his son, blessed with unimaginable potential, live as a son-in-law to a third-rate family? As mysteries unfold, revelations of magic, cultivation, and an impending apocalypse emerge. And why a daughter? How will she fit into this intricate web of destiny? Note/Warning: This novel is entirely fictional. Events, characters, and settings are not based on the real world and will evolve according to reader wishes. Expect updates a minimum of 4 chapters per week (unless the author decides otherwise). Join a tale of ambition, power, and family dynamics in a world where the lines between protagonist and supporting characters blur. Who will truly claim the throne of destiny? Discord - https://discord.gg/z58YWdEDYc Tags: Evil, R18, NTR (MC cuckolding others), demons etc..

If you had the opportunity to be granted one wish, what would your wish be? All humans on Planet New Earth were given such an opportunity. A translucent screen appeared in front of every human promising to grant any wish to the humans of new earth. You want to be a god?- Granted You want to be a devil?- Granted You want to have powers like Gojo or Naruto or Sasuke or Saitama or Goku?- Granted You want to be the richest man on the planet?- Granted You want the world to end?- Granted You want... Wait, what?!!! Granted?!!! Any wish a human wished for was granted to them!! And then it happened, the apocalypse!!! And our average MC, Corey Junior Zane, due to circumstances wished for wisdom, not just ordinary wisdom though. Unlimited Wisdom, Knowledge and Understanding. Would our MC be able to survive in such a dangerous world without having the ability to defend himself. Would he be able to survive in his school where the common enemies are Smileys? Read to find out! NOTE: There are some wishes that would not be granted like wishing everyone to die and some other things. Just read to find out more. You'll definitely enjoy it. *P.S: Cover Art was not made by me.* *ALSO, READ MY REVIEW BEFORE READING THE BOOK*

*From ancient times, the Devas—beings of divine power—protected humanity. But even gods can fall, and their corruption brought a terrible curse upon their immortality. Now, in a world where humanity has turned against divinity, ancient threats thought to be myths awaken in the shadows. *To combat this darkness, a new generation of divine beings is needed. Enter the Devangsh—fragments of gods living among humans. But are they free from the corrupt desires that doomed their predecessors, or will they fall as well? *Among them are five seemingly ordinary students balancing their lives among friends and loved ones while hiding their true origins. Their fragile peace shatters with the arrival of Akshay, a mysterious transfer student whose presence carries an unsettling aura. Is he a new ally or an ancient enemy? Calamities follow in his wake, shaking the foundations of their lives. *Loyalties will be tested, beliefs will falter, and as enemies rise, the Devangsh must confront their destiny. Will they rise to save the world—or succumb to the darkness within and around them?

After an accidental one-night stand with a mysterious man, Charlotte Johnson had eight children. Four years later, Charlotte lived a blissful life with her eight genius children. Although her life was tough, in her eye's, everything was worth it. However, Henry Stevens, the wealthiest and most powerful man in the Imperial City, disrupted her previously uneventful life. At first, he thought that she was playing hard to get, so he was disdainful of her. However, afterwards, he realized that not only was she the mother of his children, but also the woman he wanted to spend the rest of his life with.

The thought of being betrayed by the one person she trusted the most made Lina flee her hometown in South Dakota, with no intention of returning anytime soon. For years, she lived a solitary life, shutting herself off from love and connections. But when a devastating phone call forces Lina to return back home, she's confronted with pains of her memories and relationships she has desperately tried to escape. As she's drawn back into her family's orbit, Lina is faced with the possibility of reigniting a lost love. But can she ever forgive those who wronged her and open herself up to the risk of getting hurt again? Dive into Lina's poignant journey of healing, forgiveness, self discovery and redemption.

This is the second book from the Destined Mann-er series ------ "Where are you taking me?" Akat asked. "To a wedding." Prapit replied "Oh! Who is getting married?" Akat enquired. "I am." Prapit replied.. Akat's world collapsed. He had been madly in love with Prapit for over 8 years. He pulled himself together and replied, "Congratulations! Who is the lucky one?" "You are." ----- Twelve years ago, Prapit, a feared and respected name in the underground and the political circles, had accidentally crossed paths with a high schooler thirteen years younger than him. Akat was barely fifteen, with no place to call his home. He had no money, but a lot of pride and integrity, which reminded Prapit of his own younger self. Prapit decided to allow Akat to work for him in exchange for a place to stay. Akat left Prapit, when he realised Prapit would never love him. Now, after two years, when Akat was just trying to move on, Prapit was back into his life, with a wedding ring! Was Prapit really in love with Akat? or was there something more to it?

Many call me obsessed, but my Mann is different so ofcource I'm going to love him, so, so much especially since he feels the same.

Playboy. Lecher. Parasite. Pond Scum. The girls had a lot of names for me, but that never stopped the next one from spreading her legs. I never really trusted people, and given how pathetically I die, I don’t think I would trust anyone ever again. What is this? I’m still alive? What is this place? Why can’t I see? Species: Autotrophic Prokayote It looks like I have a long way to becoming human. Then again, why would I want to become human? To hell with humanity and the drama that comes with it. *Author Note: I am Whatsawhizzer, the original and only author of these books. This is a Whatsawhizzer Web Novel approved account. You can verify in my copyright here https://whatsawhizzerwebnovels.com/copyright/ which includes a link to these works. So, I appreciate the support, but please stop accusing me of plagiarizing myself and certainly stop reporting my account. Thanks.

Fang Xi has transmigrated, and it's the second time! In the Cultivation World, I was submissive. In the other world, I struck with a heavy fist! Who would have thought that after thousands of years, I've become a big shot in the Cultivation World! (Pursuing Longevity + infinite flow - these are quality works presented by Wen Chao Publishing. Rest assured, these books are top-notch reads, so feel free to add them to your collection)

A former dungeon boss, once feared across the land, seeks a peaceful life after centuries of managing minions, traps, and treasure. Now living in a remote town disguised as an ordinary human, he dedicates himself to raising his adopted human daughter, Lila. However, her adventurous spirit and determination to become a hero keep pulling him back into the dangerous world he left behind. To protect her, he secretly uses his dungeon-master skills to manipulate their quests and ensure her safety, all while trying to keep his true identity hidden.

CAUTION : [TABOO] Betrayed by his most trusted soldier captain jack was killed, but when he thought it was all over he meet the soul of a man named Alex Eswald. Alex said to him "I will allow your soul to reincarnate in my body but on two conditions, you need to fulfill these conditions if not you will perish" "What are your conditions ?" "First you need to kill the bastard who betrayed me and get revenge for me" "Understandably, what is the second condition" "the second condition...you n-need to...to" "out with it" "you need to fuck..." "huh" "them all" "huh ?" "The second condition is that you need to fuck all those around me, but not just them, you need to fuck all the powerful women" "How am I supposed to do that ?" "Don't worry I will give you a gift that will help you in your journey, so do you accept and promise to fulfill those conditions ?" "I promise" follow jack as he becomes Alex through his journey to fuck all powerful women of his new world, it's not like he wanted it to happen, obviously, but you know, he had to since he promised. ======== Tags: Reincarnation - Smut - incest - incest Harem - No Yuri - No NTR (there might be netori) - Milf - Harem - Mature - R18 - Pregnancy - others races- Weak to strong *** Hello you all, I'm a new author and this is actually my first novel and I don't have that much experience so there might be some errors, but don't worry I will try to become better. I would like to be honest by saying right now that this novel is for me and fellows cultured peoples to enjoy. So, I assume that those that still remains in this place are all fellows cultured peoples. If you like the story, you should support it (you really should support) Release schedule: one chapter per day. Discord channel link : https://discord.gg/ndfXXVpR Patreon : p@treon.com/RAASD0

"When I was 5 and mommy told me everything about my "real fu*king dad" and it really breaks my heart anytime my ma'am and dad issue comes to my mind. My dad never wanted to take his responsibilities as a father. So, it was only my mother who was responsible for my whole life for the past years." "It is 14 years now, I have never seen my real dad. You know, it sometimes worries me a lot, but once I have mommy and Garriso around me, it makes me feel a little happier, but just that I miss my "fu*king dad". Mommy told me not to allow daddy to come near me or anywhere around me." "A few days ago, Mommy's cell phone rang for more than 1000 hours, but mommy didn't answer dad's call. That day, I got to know how much mommy hated hearing a word from my dad. But I don't know why my dad still wants his family back. After 14 years, daddy never wanted it, but now-- I think he needs us. " Hmm" mommy also feels the same worried as I used to but never wanted to talk about it, even to set her eyes to see Mr. Lucas, my real dad."

Keira Olsen hat geheiratet, aber sie wusste nicht, dass ihr Mann aus heiterem Himmel der reichste Mann ist! Sie ist eine uneheliche Tochter, die nicht erkannt werden kann. Seit ihrer Kindheit hat sie sich nach oben gequält und ums Überleben gekämpft. Er ist das Kind des Schicksals und steht hoch und mächtig da. Zwischen den beiden liegen Welten, was ihren Status angeht. Alle haben darauf gewartet, dass Keira vor die Tür gesetzt wird, aber alles, was sie bekamen, war ein Post des reichsten Mannes auf seinem Social-Media-Konto: "Meine liebe Frau, können wir uns nicht scheiden lassen?" Alle waren verwirrt. [Starke weibliche Hauptrolle, Undercover, Dominator, mächtige Konfrontation, 1V1]

This is a korean novel centered on a young woman named Ahn Jong who tried her best to raise her daughter Ji ah singlehandedly.Her life was not blissful,being a single parent she is disgraced and humiliated,she had a tough time at work unknown to her,her daughter,Ji ah also had a rough time at school.She was bullied by Il Seong the class bully,despite all odds Ji ah was able to make new friends who had her back.Things began to turn around in Ahn jong's life when she went on a blind date in place of her friend(Han sung).It has always been a normal blind date that she had always done in the past but this turn out to be different,it turned out to be the chairman's son of the company she worked in.He had just returned to Korea to handle his father's businesses.He went to the blind date arranged by his father and Han sung's father when he met Ahn Jong.He was cold at first but things changed when he met Ahn Jong, slowly they realised what they meant to each other but will it work out?.The son of a wealthy family falling in love with Ahn Jong a single parent.

I was hit by a truck and died. Then I met a goddess. I thought she would send me to a fantasy world to learn magic. Instead, she transmigrated me to a parallel universe very similar to Earth. Now I have a wife and two children, I have to work hard to give them a good life. Oh, did I ever tell you that I was sent to a 3rd world country in 1999?

In the town of New Haven, there is a new threat. Seven elite families form the global Council to hunt anomalies(monsters) , with New Haven’s power players—the Nez, Fezziwig, and Bellini families—at its core. Jon Fezziwig, inherited the curse of the sun from his bloodline, is drawn to the enigmatic Harper Bellini,she is very impulsive and sometimes cunning, she is a magician unaware of her heritage. Their connection sparks conflict with Cassius Nez, Harper’s sadistic boyfriend and Jon’s ex-best friend. Meanwhile, Jon’s half-brother Noah, has the raven bloodline curse, he battles his monstrous nature while investigating the town’s dark secrets. Alliances blur as betrayals and curses ignite a deadly game of power, magic, and survival.

Augustus Cross war ein Mann in den Dreißigern, der nichts zu sagen hatte. Die Leute verdrehten die Augen über den scheinbar nutzlosen Mann und er blieb hilflos, selbst als seine Tochter am Rande des Todes stand. Als alle Hoffnung verloren schien, wurde der verborgene Drache in ihm entfesselt, als das Siegel versehentlich brach und sein Muttermal mit seinem eigenen Blut befleckt wurde. Das Wissen um die alten Künste füllte sein Unterbewusstsein und verlieh ihm die Kraft, seine Tochter und andere unheilbare Krankheiten zu heilen. Ein Mann, der einst von allen verachtet wurde, ist nun unaufhaltsam. Was verbirgt sich hinter diesem Mann mit der Macht, die er jetzt besitzt?

"They told me the stars could guide me home, but they never said the journey would leave me so utterly lost." Do you still remember your highschool deskmate? The boy with the brightest smile, that girl with the world's most beautiful silhouette? In three years of high school, the shadows of two people intertwine with the chalk, black and white both distinct, drifting around within the memories. The Su Yuanzhou in her memories was an underachiever in high school. He skips class to shoot pool, cheats on his exams and gets into fights. Yet, when she went back to the past she would always surprise herself for seeing a lot of his side, maybe if she did this before he probably wouldn't die. To be able to meet each other on this planet is some kind of fate, and to be able to illuminate our fleeting lives, how fortunate we are. ... Ren Yuxin was trailing behind Su Yuanzhou like a guilty puppy, her face plastered with an exaggerated pout. "Come here," Su Yuanzhou said, stopping in his tracks and turning to look at her. His tone was calm, but the slight twitch in his jaw betrayed his frustration. "Why?" Ren Yuxin asked, her voice overly cautious, taking a step back instead of forward. "Just come here." His patience was running thin. Ren Yuxin crossed her arms and tilted her head dramatically. "No! You’re going to hit me!" Su Yuanzhou froze, staring at her in disbelief. A few students nearby stifled their laughter, pretending not to watch the exchange. "I’m not going to hit you," he said, exasperated. "Do I look like that kind of person?" "Yes." Ren Yuxin nodded solemnly, her eyes wide with mock innocence. Su Yuanzhou sighed, rubbing his temples. How does she manage to drive me insane every single time? His patience—already minimal—was hanging by a thread. "Ren Yuxin," he said, his tone low and dangerous. "Come here. Now." "No way!" she retorted, taking another step back. "I know you’re mad because I—" She paused, looking guilty. "Because you what?" Su Yuanzhou prompted, narrowing his eyes. "... Because I accidentally sent that embarrassing video of you singing in the shower to our group chat," she admitted in a small voice, her eyes darting away. Su Yuanzhou’s face darkened instantly. He felt every shred of his dignity crumbling. "Accidentally?" he repeated, his voice rising. "It really was an accident!" Ren Yuxin protested, raising her hands defensively. "I didn’t mean to press send!" "Accident or not, you’re dead," Su Yuanzhou said, stepping toward her with purpose. "See! You are going to hit me!" she squealed, turning on her heels and running off. "Get back here!" he yelled, chasing after her.

Dalam dunia yang penuh dengan kekayaan alam yang melimpah, manusia hidup dan berkembang biak, memperluas pengetahuan, menciptakan teknologi, untuk terus bertahan hidup. Tetapi mereka tidak sendirian, terdapat beberapa makhluk buas yang menguasai berbagai habitat yang di sebut dengan Monster. Tidak ada yang mengetahui dari mana mereka berasal, mereka bahkan sudah ada sejak lama, mereka hidup, berkembang biak, dan berevolusi. Karena takut akan adanya serangangan dari monster, terbentuk lah beberapa kelompok pemburu berbakat dari berbagai wilayah yang dikenal sebagai Guardians of the Hunt untuk menjaga keseimbangan alam dan melindungi umat manusia dari ancaman Monster yang meluas. Di sebuah desa bernama Astoria, seorang pemburu muda dan bersemangat bernama Aria mendapatkan kesempatan untuk bergabung ke Guardians of the Hunt setelah menjalani ujian yang melelahkan. Bersama dengan rekan-rekannya, mereka berpetualang melintasi berbagai daerah, menghadapi Monster yang menakutkan, menguak misteri Monster kuno, dan memperkuat ikatan sebagai Hunter.

[TRIGGER WARNING: DARK THEMES, MATURE CONTENT.] In a world where humans, werewolves, vampires, fey, and other supernatural beings coexist, Isleen; an Omega who has been subject to multiple bullying and ridicule in the pack because of her parent's past, faces a challenging dilemma. She's dating Kylo but unexpectedly discovers that his strict father, Rhett, who is the pack’s Gamma, is her destined mate. Conflict arises as a war breaks out among the supernatural creatures and the death toll rises. Isleen struggles with her loyalty to her boyfriend, and the powerful pull she feels towards his father, due to the mate bond. —— Imagine getting married at Eighteen to a woman old enough to be your mother– all because of your loyalty to the Moon Goddess? Welcome to Rhett’s reality. Rhett DarkWater is a man of principles but not without his share of secrets and hidden missions. After finding out who his second fated mate is, he battles with his devotion to the Moon Goddess, his loyalty to his son, and his duty as the Gamma who is supposed to protect the pack—not have his son’s girlfriend pinned beneath him in a corner with her clothes off. Unfortunately for Rhett and Isleen, the mate bond knows no morality – it attacks, and when it does, two hearts must become one. —— I and Gamma Rhett just kissed again. He knelt before me, his hand reaching out to touch me, but I flinched away. "Isleen," he muttered. "This is wrong," I cried. "We can't do this. It's forbidden. W-what about Kylo?” He stared at me, his eyes burning with a passion that frightened me to the core. Yet, it left tingling sensational effects all over my body. "Don't fight it, Isleen. We are mates. This is what we're meant for." ~~ Follow me on all socials; @HeeSha_TA Read my other works: ”My Masked CEO is a Fairy Prince!” “Forbidden Heaven’s Descendants (The Chosen One)” “Medusa and a Magical School” “Mysterious People Next Door” I hope to get to know you in the comments. Happy reading. Cheers!

Athena Rydinger was just sixteen yet she's already stuck with a shady background- A broken family, her criminal dad who's a renown and wanted drug lord. Still trying to recover from her previous misfortune, she's forced to live a life bounded with lies and deep family secrets. Wallson William was the typical rich and popular highschool playboy, with not a single care in the world. What happens when fates brings these two totally different individuals together? Athena found herself falling for Wally, who in turn, soon felt the same way about her. But will this new start of heaven last? Will she be able to keep her family ties a secret forever? Will the love she she shares with Wally be able to pull her through this complicated life phrase journey of hers?

Exploring a new world filled with magic, science and strangeness.