The Yandere Top Father Is Being Teased Novel

When cynical office worker Aizen is reborn as a nameless mob character in Arcana Regalia: Gentlemen’s Passion, a magical otome game notorious for its ruthless villainess, he expects a short, miserable life polishing silverware. But after accidentally becoming the childhood confidant (and target of obsessive affection) of Stephanie Redwyne—the game’s ice-cold antagonist destined for exile—Aizen’s “mob” existence goes up in flames. Years later, framed as dead and exiled to a monster-infested jungle, Aizen reinvents himself as “Phoenix,” a flamboyant adventurer with a face-stealing mask, a sentient fire spirit, and a grudge. Meanwhile, Stephanie, now a brooding academy prodigy, is hellbent on freezing the world solid to avenge her lost servant… unaware he’s the same smug B-rank hero burning down bandit camps (and noble expectations) one quest at a time. Will Aizen survive his fiery double life? Can Stephanie thaw her icy heart before her yandere tendencies ignite a war? And why does the king keep offering Phoenix statues? Dive into a witty, magical romp where dating sim tropes crash into explosive fantasy chaos, and the underdog isn’t just rising—he’s arson.

Rencananya, Selin dan sahabatnya Maxi malam itu mau menginap di rumahnya Lucian, bersama Aria (pacarnya Lucian) dan juga Dylan (sahabatnya Lucian) untuk mengerjakan tugas kelompok dari kampus. Mereka sudah kenal Lucian dari semester pertama, tetapi memang tak pernah main ke rumahnya. Hanya saja, mereka tahu bahwa ibunya Lucian sudah lama meninggal dan ia diurus oleh ayahnya seorang. Mereka juga sudah pernah melihat foto ayahnya Lucian, tetapi hanya sebatas selfie. Itu pun foto berdua dengan Lucian. Nah, hari itu mereka sepakat untuk mengerjakan tugas kelompok di rumah Lucian karena infonya, ayahnya Lucian akan kembali besok malam karena masih berada dalam perjalanan bisnis ke luar negeri. Jadi, ketika Selin menumpang mandi di dalam salah satu kamar mandi tamu rumahnya Lucian, Selin benar-benar tak berekspektasi bahwa dia akan melihat wujud ayahnya Lucian yang ternyata bertubuh tinggi dan kekar itu tengah berdiri di depannya, hanya memakai boxer dan membawa handuk, sedikit terkejut karena melihat Selin keluar dari kamar mandi tamunya. Orang yang seharusnya kembali besok malam, mengapa bisa ada di sini?! Lagi pula, buat apa mandi di kamar mandi tamu?! Tapi....sialan. Selin baru sadar bahwa dirinya saat ini hanya memakai handuk! "Astaga! Astaga ya Tuhan, maaf, Om!" teriak Selin sembari berlari terbirit-birit ke luar kamar. Sial, ini luar biasa memalukan! Saat Selin sudah mulai tenang, Selin berjalan di koridor seraya membatin. Bukannya Selin mau berpikiran mesum, tetapi astaga, itu betulan ayahnya Lucian? Ya Tuhan, seksi sekali. Pria dewasa yang matang. Gagah...dan...punyanya juga terlihat besar di boxer itu- -eh, sebentar. Baju ganti Selin ketinggalan di kamar tamu tadi!

Leo used to be an affluent rich young master, who fell in love with a foreign beauty and after a night of passion, they got pregnant. The young man returned home to discuss the issue with his family only to be struck by a tragedy that changed his life completely. After eight months of laying in the bed like a vegetable, he woke up because the Almighty Father System selected him as a host. From then on, Leo's life changed once more, but this time, it was not the world that flipped him over, but he was the one who flipped the world upside down. Would you like to read about the story of a vegetable rising from the brink of death and becoming into a godly existence who slayed gods, and demons only so that he could bring a smile to his daughter's face? Come along then.

Everyone loves Yanderes, right? Right?! Who wouldn’t be fascinated by crazy people with psychotic tendencies who have an absolutely twisted idea of love? These are people who will go to any extreme just to make sure their love interest belongs to them—and only them. Stalking? Kidnapping? Murder? Torture? Mind-breaking? You name it, and a Yandere will do it with a smile on their face if it means keeping their beloved by their side. This story is about a guy—a hardcore Yandere fan—who one day finds himself mysteriously transported to the world of his favorite anime. But here’s the twist: he’s not the hero, not the villain, not even a supporting character. No, he’s been dropped into the story as a random mob character. The anime’s world isn’t just filled with beautiful, young magical girls—it’s also crawling with terrifying monsters that the girls are secretly at war with. A war that involves life-or-death battles hidden from the eyes of ordinary people. And here’s the kicker: in this dangerous world, Yanderes are just as terrifying as the monsters. Their obsessive love isn’t sweet—it’s deadly. With no plot armor and no special powers, the guy quickly realizes that surviving in this world is going to take more than just luck. So, what’s a regular guy supposed to do when he’s surrounded by love-crazed girls, powerful magic, and bloodthirsty monsters? If he wants to survive, he’ll have to be smart, cunning, and willing to cross any line. This is his story—a tale of survival, manipulation, and the chaotic world of Yanderes.

The story is about a a hitman, Who dies because of his own recklessness and transmigrates into a game he used to play after his retirement as a hitman. I'm not gonna spoil any further, but i might answer few of your questions. Is MC overpowered? Nope, he'll become strong over time and all battle he'll fight will be because of his effort and techniques. Is there magic and adventure? Yes! It have both magic like normal isekai with adventure and fighting with monsters and many other things. There are other important things like "Essence Stone" But let's talk about it in the chapters. There will be harem? Not really, He will be in contact with many beautiful female and males but one waifu but i haven't decided yet. All i can say is, give it a try, I'll try my best to make it worth your time. Discord Link : https://discord.gg/jkM2yT79dT

[Warning! Mature content such as violence and sexual themes. 18+] The only thing that Kai wanted was nothing more than have a normal life. He always wanted a girlfriend until… One day, he saw a beautiful girl standing under the cherry blossom trees. The girl he saw was perfect to his eyes. Beautiful, sweet… He fell in love almost instantly. Once the finally knew each other, everything seemed to be perfect… But Kai slowly finds out that under that veil of beauty, there was a dangerous person. A beautiful girl with a dark past consumed by pain, murders and blood. As soon as they continue to date, Kai would soon find himself in a very dangerous situation where his life would’ve drastically changed… …Jealousy, obsession, pain, death, blood… “A love so deep that it hurts so much…” “Do you still love me, Kai-Kun? Am I a good girl, Kai-Kun?”

After being wrongfully accused and killed, a young man reincarnates into a superhuman society as a third rate villain named Don, whose biggest asset is his side-kick with mental issues. With few options available to him, Don accepts the mantle of his predecessor and must now not only survive in a new and dangerous world, but also conquer it.... **Congratulations, you have died and awakened the Supervillain Idol System.** **The path to fame, fortune and world domination is yours is take!!** **Disclaimer**: This work of fiction is set in an alternate reality and is purely a product of the author's imagination. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or events is entirely coincidental. The author has taken creative liberties with historical, cultural, and geographical elements to craft a unique and fictional world. Names, characters, businesses, places, events, and incidents are either the product of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental

[Mission: Held hands with him—COMPLETED!] [Next Step: Sleep in same bed,uwu] [Hehe, Cheq…..come let’s together fall in this tragedy called love! Let me immerse you in my soft rice.] Noticing the hot gaze and unconcealable thoughts of his boss whose eyes seemed a bit fierce and dangerous as she slowly approached him, Cheq took a deep breath. Until one day, the crazy woman couldn’t take it anymore and pinned him on the bed, “Fool, can’t you recognise me? Your biggest online fan had always been me!” Cheq: “___” Helplessly, he could only mutter, “God, I tried my best!” “After all, I am a man, please forgive this sinner.” “Since you dare to jump into my arms then let me be rude this time!” [P.S This book contains the rare tag-Eavesdropping.] ………

Gangsters: Rise to the Top In a world ruled by gangs and corruption, power is everything. The strong dominate, and the weak are nothing more than pawns in a system designed to crush them. Strength isn’t just a choice—it’s survival. And nothing determines a fighter’s potential more than their AURA. Every awakened human possesses an Aura Color, a force that enhances their speed, strength, and endurance. Among the ten known colors, Yellow Aura is the rarest and most powerful, possessed only by legends. Mriganko Doley (Mri) is one of them. Once the undefeated champion of Dibrugarh Academy, Mri lived for the fight, respected and feared by all. But when a tragic incident left his sister in a coma, everything changed. That day, he made a vow—he would never be weak again. He would destroy the gang system that shattered his life. His path leads him to Jengraimukh Tiniali Academy, a massive institution with 30,000 students, where strength determines everything. The academy is a battlefield ruled by powerful student unions, underground fights, and secret alliances. But what Mri doesn’t know is that the gangs are only the beginning. Lurking behind the chaos is the World Government, a hidden force that controls the world’s most powerful factions. Their enforcers are untouchable, their leaders are unseen, and their influence is absolute. Those who defy them are erased from history. To rise to the top, Mri must fight through gang wars, ruthless assassins, and the academy’s strongest warriors. He will forge powerful alliances, suffer heartbreaking betrayals, and uncover the hidden truth behind the Aura System itself. Gang wars. Power struggles. Secret organizations. A battle against the world’s greatest rulers. To rise to the top, one must first survive the fall.

[Book1 is completed, sequel will be there in future] The world of the novels is filled with countless fantasies, it’s a way for people to escape away from reality into their little world hidden deep inside from others. There are a lot of protagonists and antagonists, and also various supporting roles that spice up things here and there, but what if suddenly you are forced and dragged to one against your will. Elandor was one such successful person, but who kidnapped him? Will he be able to find the answers he seeks while he sets out on his journey filled with countless surprises. [No NTR, No yuri but includes netori] Won Third prize in Yearly Harem genre contest. Additional tags- (No system) (twisted love) (yandere) (manipulative mc) (cunning mc) (loyal love interests) (obsessive love) (clingy lovers) (fast-paced) (strong to stronger) (early romance)(special abilities) (unique cultivation technique)(villian mc)(shameless mc) (Polygamy) (transmigration) (multiple worlds) (blackmail)(manipulation)(toxic love) (Previous life talents) (maids) (tsundere) (regret?) Season 1 is upto 82 chapters rest of the story is Season 2. Book 1 is complete. Rest of Story will be followed in sequel book 2 in future. ************ [Warning -R18 with No beta mc, plus if you are here to watch hundred of chapters just to see mc bootlicking FL or here for a spineless/dense mc getting better as the plot goes on, then you are at a wrong place dear!]. #####—-Very Important Author Note——#### I can’t edit initial few chs for small mistakes as it has hundreds of paragraphs and chapter comments, if I did that then those all will be automatically deleted by the Webnovel. Also, this book contains scenes of blackmail, low degree forced scenes and lots of manipulations with heroines which everyone may not like as this book is made for only a few like-minded limited audience. Hope you all are having a nice day! Discord- c2#8780 ………… {Cover is made and edited by me using Ai,} **English used is mostly Uk/British version.

A lost kingdom. A hidden past. A fate she never saw coming. When Rosella and her brother Romeo receive a mysterious gift on his fifteenth birthday, a cryptic message changes everything: The lost princess must return. Joe, the hunter who raised them, finally reveals the truth—he found them as children in the ruins of Victoria, a kingdom that vanished without a trace. Now, with the past calling and dangers lurking in the shadows, Rosella must uncover the truth before time runs out. Because someone is still searching for her. And they won’t stop until they find her.

**The Fox Goddess Just Wants to Tease Me!** (*Kitsune-sama wa Boku o Karakau Koto Shika Kangaeteinai!*) Leon Aldrest always believed his childhood friend, Yae, was just an ordinary girl—until the day she mysteriously vanished, leaving behind only a bracelet and a promise that they’d meet again. He spent years holding onto that memory, waiting for her return. Fast forward to the present: Leon is now a rising adventurer, making a name for himself in the bustling city of Estoria. Life is tough but manageable—until one fateful quest sends him deep into an ancient forest… where he accidentally frees a mischievous fox goddess sealed away for centuries! But instead of destruction or divine wrath, the first thing she does is—pinch his cheeks?! “W-Wait… Yae?! Why do you have nine tails?!” “That’s what you notice first? Baka~!” As it turns out, Yae was never just a normal girl—she was a **fox deity** all along! And now that she’s back, she’s got one goal: to **tease Leon relentlessly** while making up for lost time! Between troublesome divine politics, jealous goddesses, and a clueless adventurer who still doesn’t realize how deep Yae’s feelings run, Leon’s life is about to become a whirlwind of chaos, romance, and **endless fox-related pranks**! **Will Leon survive the torment of a lovestruck trickster goddess? Or will he finally see through her teasing and uncover the truth behind her feelings?** A heartwarming (and infuriating) **romantic comedy** filled with **divine mischief, childhood promises, and one overly affectionate fox deity** begins now!

"Hush, don't make a sound," her voice cracked. "You can do this for Mommy, right?" Cara nodded her little head. She knew it was what her mother needed from her, even though she didn't understand why. Her mother kissed her on the chick, and then quickly pushed her into the vent. Liquid metal materialized from her hand and sealed the vent, making it look like it couldn't be opened. That was the last memory she had of her mother. True to her words, she never uttered a single word in the presence of anyone. She couldn't protect her family then, but she promised to get stronger and avenge them. Until then, she would be silent plotting the demise of all those who hurt the ones she loved.

I am currently writing it again. Same name Testament Of A Survivor

What would you do if you were reborn as a vampire? And what would you do if your overpowered mother was actually a vampire? Well, Max is experiencing just that. He was killed by truck-kun in his past life while he was cycling to his university.  He was shocked at first when he learned that he now is a vampire. And more surprised when he learned his mother is actually obsessed with him.  Everyone is scared of yanderes, especially if it's the one close to you. But is being loved by a yandere really a bad thing? Disclaimer: This novel idea is actually from the author, Max_Iseult. But the guy stopped writing. I liked the idea, so I am continuing it; I hope he doesn't mind, and if he does, he can message me. 

#wsa2025 Novel cover by me! Han Yoona, reincarnated into the novel 'The Golden Heir' as the heroine of the novel and she lived her new life without complaints… until she’s killed. Her story should have ended there, but Yoona’s soul wakes up in the body of Luzia de Cazadores, the daughter of the kingdom’s most feared villain, Duke Ramiro de Cazadores. Yoona expects a cold, calculating tyrant. What she gets instead is something entirely different. "The author left out crucial details. Too many." Yoona thinks, trying to figure out how he became the feared villain of the kingdom. As she gets to know Ramiro, she begins to realize that everything she thought she knew about Ramiro might not have been the full story. "Alright then, forget the plot or trying to rewrite everything. I’ll just grant the original Luzia's wish…" But with rival nobles plotting against them and the kingdom still fearing Ramiro’s so-called villainy, To protect her new family and escape the traps of a story she thought she knew, Yoona must outwit it to prevent the original story's outcome. --- Thanks for reading!

A chubby little girl was reborn. She received a heaven defying system as well as a drastic weight loss as she advanced in ranks to become a goddess. She started a company, became the big boss, signed on superstars and filmed movies. There were no limits to her counterattacks - face slapping and tumbling around were daily occurrences to her. In the end, midway through her smooth-sailing ventures, her system would always play a few tricks. [Ding! Issuing the main mission: Host, please seduce Mr CEO with all your might!] What?? The goddess was instantly dumbfounded. Hold on!! However, the goddess suddenly turned backwards and her body dashed towards Mr CEO in a manner that was completely out of her control. One step, two steps, three steps… With a crash, she hugged onto him tightly, unwilling to let go even when her life was put on the line.

This novel is discontinued.

No one suspected me, an unassuming, frail boy with a weak heart condition and a gene defect, to be one of the most infamous villain of the current era. Except her! Somehow she found my real identity!

I'm Xavier Cromwell, a 21-year-old university student and web novel author. My days are pretty routine—attending classes, managing assignments, and squeezing in time to write my novel "RISE FROM THE ASHES". Today seemed no different, the steady clatter of my keyboard filling the room as I crafted another chapter. But then the doorbell rang, interrupting my flow. DING! I sighed, reluctantly pushing away from my desk and heading to the door. Little did I know, my life was about to take a turn I never saw coming. The moment I opened the door, something—or rather someone—came barreling into me. It was like a pink blur, and before I could even react, I was on the floor, knocked flat by what felt like a human missile. Clutching onto me, the pink rocket—no, a girl, her arms wrapped tightly around me—gazed up with sparkling eyes and, in the sweetest, most endearing voice, she whispered: "I've finally found you, my HUSBAND~" *** Note: The story takes place in an alternate universe, with a different geography and countries. Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Romance, Smut, Yandere, Mecha, Harem, Sci-fi A/N: [About NTR and Yuri] "No one will be harmed. I swear to God." "The NTR B*stards butchered every Vanilla Fans when they took over Webnovel." "I am not those B*stards. I am Rex... Rex_Ashburn."

Being republished in another name: Fool's guide to surviving the apocalypse

Claudie Cavero Orion. Adalah seorang Ayah tunggal yang harus mengurus putra semata wayangnya Reynand Sky Orion, buah cintanya dari sang istri Arana Richela Orion yang sudah meninggal dunia akibat insiden sebuah kecelakaan mobil. Sejak kematian sang istri, kehidupan Claudie Cavero seketika berubah gelap, ia berubah menjadi sosok yang sangat pemurung, suka menyendiri, dan tidak banyak bicara. Bahkan senyum nyaris tidak pernah terlihat di wajahnya, dan merasa jika senyumnya hanya untuk sang Putera Reynand Sky. Briella Amora Alexio. Mahasiswi tingkat satu di sebuah universitas. Seorang gadis berusia 21 tahun yang ceria, smart, mandiri, dan ramah. Bahkan ia selalu di juluki sebagai gadis hangat seperti mentari pagi. Hingga keceriaan Briella Amora hilang dalam waktu singkat, berubah menjadi sosok pendiam, bahkan terlihat aneh di mata semua teman-temannya sejak ia mengalami sebuah insiden kecelakaan mobil yang tidak sengaja menewaskan istri dari seorang pengusaha terkenal. Bahkan tidak hanya sikap dan mental Briella Amora hanya berubah, namun gadis tersebut juga mengalami Traumatis akut yang membuatnya selalu ketakutan jika berhubungan dengan mobil dan kendaraan lainnya. Sejak menjadi seorang Ayah tunggal untuk putranya, dan kakak yang selalu menjaga adiknya dengan baik, Claudie Cavero memutuskan untuk menutup hatinya juga dirinya sendiri kepada wanita manapun. Sampai akhirnya kehadiran seorang gadis tiba-tiba mengusik ketenangan hatinya juga putranya. Gadis ceria yang memiliki trauma dan kenangan masa lalu kelam yang mampu membuat hati juga putranya merasa nyaman. Namun apa yang harus di lakukan oleh Claudie Cavero jika ternyata gadis yang sudah berhasil mencairkan hatinya yang lama beku ternyata sosok yang sudah menyebabkan dirinya kehilangan wanita yang sangat di cintainya? Dan jangan lupakan Kenzo Aristide, adik dari Claudie Cavero yang ternyata juga sangat membenci gadis tersebut.

Kyle, an average anime enthusiast was struck by a lightning bolt and died. before he died however he heard a voice telling him that he can choose anything he wants to be. With a crazy gleam in his eyes he said "Finnaly!, I want to be the SUPREME BEING" A being that has all the power related things in the world multiplied by infinity. Watch the tale of this literall god as he enjoys the glorious wonders of the multi-verse.

A story about a biography of a famous intersex male opera singer, Xia Yan Ting. Story based on his son, Xia Wei Ting aka Takeshita. Yan ting was his mum and his dad Takeshita Kennji. 2 September 1995, Nanjing. Wei Ting went back to China, Nanjing to bring back his dad ashes to bury together with his wife, Xia Yan Ting. Wei Ting also go to china to promote his novel, “My mum was a top spy”. Kennji was a Japanese General and business man back in 1930s and frequently travel to and fro China for businesses. 1934, he met Yan Ting at the courtesan house, Nanjing Hua Ting and saw a virgin male courtesan who was sold to Hua Ting. He fell in love with him at first sight, not knowing that he was a man and an intersex person. On Yan Ting first night, he was bought by Kennji to spend a night with him. That night they slept together not knowing that Yan Ting was a spy for China government. Love and hatred blossom between Yan Ting and Kennji. *Sex, torturement and drugs are used in this novel. *Restricted to the youth.

{[WARNING MATURE CONTENT] READ AT YOUR OWN RISK.} YES THEY ARE BOTH YANDERE. When a meteorite struck the earth's surface barely a million humans were left alive. All the laws became useless as people started doing whatever they wanted, and no one was there to stop them. But soon a power started awakening in 10 years old children, the power is called Ether. Each person has a single power which can become very deadly depending on how they use it. After an orphan rose in power and created a Kingdom for the leftover humans, brutality died down but was not wiped instantly. The King had two children from one of his wives. ' Keiran and Luna ' Born as royalties, they were provided with everything, everything but love. Love had no place where humans were trying to survive. when they turned 10 years old their lives turned from heaven to hell, they were declared to have an useless power. Thrown into an arena of death, a nightmarish battleground where alliances were fleeting, and trust was a rarity, Keiran and Luna confronted harrowing challenges. Their father, consumed by lust for power, had cast them into this hellish arena, hoping they would emerge as formidable survivors. In this area there were no rules only winners and dead bodies. Amidst the savagery of the arena, a guiding light emerged in the form of an enigmatic system. Whispers of guidance reached out to them, offering cues that led to survival opportunities, alliances, and ways to manipulate the arena's dynamics. _________________________________________________________________________________________ Every 100 Power Stones = +2 CHAPTERS (upload will be at the end of the week.) At 1500 Collections I will upload the first pic of the twins. "Disclaimer: I have no intentions of harming anyone's beliefs and their choices. This is purely fictional, so please take it as such. There will be mention of rape, brutality, and other crimes, but I won't be going into any details regarding them—no descriptions of the process." Additional Tags: Romance | Revenge | Yandere | Kingdom | Royalty | R18 | Ether | Twisted Humans | Survival NO HAREM If you like my work support me so i can pay for the illustration of my characters Patreon.com/odayaka Discord Server: https://discord.gg/Knan23xgXz

Kagura a gamer body suddenly woke up in a fantasy world. What's even more strange is that his appearance has changed. He looked quite cute and small. As reality struck him yes he looked like a girl now but he wasn't really a girl . The form he took was the form of his character in a game he used to play. He was messing around and made his character feminine but that character was still a boy in the gender option Somehow he turned into girl looking god and has powers enough to destroy this world But he didn't travel around the world or conquer the world quite the opposite He is a lazy guy who Is a chill guy with no enemies so he built his own kingdom where monsters and humans lived Due to creating a kingdom like this his life wasn't going to be peaceful at all

It's that time of the decade when the business tycoons in America fight for yet who gets to perch at the peak. Being the winner of 'Thee Business Mogul Award' comes with a lot of premium benefits, more of everything like a black card, unmatched luxury, prestige and a tantalizing seat in the government: talk of such power. As it stands now, only the top 1% of such people stand a chance. One of such people is 'Michael Gild', the current owner of the prize and still has plans to gift it back to himself. 'Loreen Scott', the alluring Latin American whom has had her eyes on the prize for as long as she can remember. It's a wrong time for 'Anderson Clarke' to be entangled in rumors of a business-threatening scandalous relationship with powerful 'Simeon Walton'. And many others. It's still that time of the season. Let the best man win.

Two families’ children were switched at birth. One of the families is a household that does business, and the other is a household of a marquis. There is a vast difference in status. Unfortunately, Yu Xiang transmigrated as a person that was originally from a business household and was brought up in marquis’s residence. As soon as she arrived, the truth about her lineage was exposed, her legs were disabled, and she was still bearing the reputation of “the unlucky star”. In desperation, she had to hug her elder brother’s thigh firmly and attempt to live her days first. When the original daughter of the marquis’s family returns, Yu Xiang will return the position to her. A few years later, the original daughter returned, Yu Xiang was prepared to leave, but she found that her technique of holding his thighs was too professional. Her older brother refused to let her go! The marquis concealed his smile with the wine cup: How can his pampered wife, that grew up with him, leave whenever she wants? *** The novel and cover photo are not mine .

A human from earth gets transmigrated into a world of wonder, where miracles are not out of the norm. When he first opens his eyes, he sees that he has become a skeleton. For the sake of survival he hunts various creatures and levels up. As he grows stronger, important figures of the world start taking notice of him. He must avoid the traps set in place for him and get stronger. Otherwise he will just become a chess piece for others to control. Watch this mere skeleton as he tries to reach a level of power where nobody can threaten his survival.