Holy Braid Talisman

'A self-centric Female Lead, lost-in-love Male Leads, and useless extras who will die. On top of it, this world will not be here for long because of that ancient threat. So, what should I do now?' What kind of world was a world of Female-Oriented Fantasy romance? One filled with tinted glass and roses? Life should have been easy here, right? Wrong! Layla had read this book before, and she knew what happened. "Those useless leads left this world in a shamble! I need to do something about it before it gets destroyed. If I am going to live here, I need to ensure this world stays alive long enough. Who has time for romance when the world will end soon?" Her goal was set, and her life was laid out. Layla was going to use whatever she could to secure her second life. Everyone was a useful piece from here on, and Layla used them well to achieve her end goal. This might be a world based on a fantasy romance, but she would ensure it would not repeat it's ending. ______ Note: It has a strong Female Protagonist as the MC. No romance, no harem, no yuri.

_ _ _ MXFXF relationship. Please read the note _______ She was married to a wealthy alpha when she was 20. She was forced to live as a widow at the age of 21 despite her husband being alive and well. Anabella lived her life suppressing her emotions and what she felt, all for the sake of her family. Her parents sold her off to secure a future for their Alpha son, while the family she got married into was not ready to accept her. Her husband hated her, his gaze searching for someone else among the crowd. And her son-in-law sought the image of his mother in someone else, not giving her a chance even to get close. Life was not...great. So, Anabella decided to end it all and run away. If she were going to live as a widow, despite her marriage, then she would make the best of it and ensure that she would not have to repress herself. After all, even if she was married, Anabella was not marked. And for some, that was enough reason to accept and welcome her to her new life. ...... MXFXF relationship. Female alphas are futas, so come in expecting that It will have yuri and a lot of R18 content. You have been warned beforehand

Su Chengyu nahm die Schuld für seine Frau auf sich und ging für drei Jahre ins Gefängnis. Nach seiner Entlassung erkannte er, dass sie ihn betrogen hatte. Trotzdem nutzte er das Unglück, begriff das Dao und trat in die Welt der unsterblichen Kultivierenden ein. Er konnte mit Leichtigkeit unsterbliche Techniken und alte Kampfkünste beherrschen. Er konnte auch Pillen verfeinern, Talismane ziehen, Krankheiten behandeln und Menschen nach Belieben retten! Su Chengyu posierte wie verrückt in der Stadt des Roten Staubs und schwor sich, die Wahrheit über den Tod seiner 127 Su-Familienmitglieder vor 26 Jahren herauszufinden.

The backstage manipulator of the Immortal Cultivation World, the sole law in the real world! After transmigrating to the Immortal Cultivation World, Su Ping diligently cultivated for twenty years. Trapped by his mediocre talent and seeing no hope for Foundation Establishment, he decided to lay low and become a wealthy layabout. Fortunately, he activated the Fishing Man game system. Not only could he obtain unscientific and non-immortal cultivation game props, and magical fish species through the fishing game, but also Pot Cave Heavens. He could even exchange his fish catches for Town Return Talismans, allowing Su Ping to return to Water Blue Star. Thus, the Immortal Cultivation World henceforth had a self-proclaimed Fishing Man as the backstage manipulator. And Water Blue Star gained a backstage boss who followed no rules but his own!

Han Yi accidentally crossed into the Cultivation World and became an outer disciple of the Xuan Dan Sect. Sects, Immortal Countries, Sacred Places, Heavenly Demons—the dangers in the Cultivation World were everywhere. Fortunately, Han Yi had a Skill Panel. Alchemy, Formations, Talismans, Divine Abilities, Magic Skills... Just work hard, and everything will be alright.

``` —Relación MXFXF. Por favor, lee la nota. Por favor, añádela a la colección y apóyame. Se agradecerá cualquier comentario. Ella no era la heredera, la mayor, ni la menor. Simplemente existía en la familia, manteniendo la cabeza gacha y dejándose llevar por la corriente hasta que pudiera irse. —Intenté destacar, mantenerme callada, e incluso expresar mis pensamientos. Pero no importa lo que haga, nunca me reconocen. ¿Importa siquiera mi existencia? Después de todo, no es como si a alguien de esta familia le caiga bien. Rika Goodwill era la vergüenza de su familia. Nacida como la hija 'beta' de en medio de una prominente pareja Alfa-Omega, era natural que fuera descuidada en comparación con su perfecto hermano Alfa y su dulce hermana Omega. Su situación fuera de su familia no era mejor. Las personas la evitaban debido a su familia de la mafia y juzgaban su naturaleza sin pensarlo dos veces. Sus únicos amigos eran la 'pareja querida del siglo'. Pero Rika de alguna manera se había convertido en la tercera en discordia entre sus discusiones y frecuentes rupturas. A lo largo de sus 17 años de vida, Rika había llegado a aceptar su destino y seguir adelante. Después de todo, ninguna cantidad de quejas cambiaría jamás su situación de ser la tercera en discordia. La universidad se suponía que sería su gran oportunidad. Se suponía que sería el momento en que Rika tuviera tiempo para sí misma, donde pudiera sentirse como ella misma, así que se inscribió en un lugar donde nadie la conocía. ¡Esto se suponía que sería su golpe de suerte! Rika debía alejarse de su vida que empeoraba. Pero ni su familia ni sus 'amigos' estaban listos para dejarla ir, y no pasó mucho tiempo para que su vida pacífica se tornara amarga. ____________ Esta historia tendrá una pareja heterosexual, así como Yuri y también es un omegaverso. Las Alfas femeninas son Futas. Si no es lo tuyo, retírate antes de entrar. Deja muchos comentarios para mí. ```

_ _ _ _ Relation MXFXF. Veuillez lire la note. Veuillez l'ajouter à la collection et me soutenir. Tous les retours seront appréciés Elle n'était pas l'héritière, l'aînée, ni la cadette. Elle existait juste dans la famille, gardant la tête baissée et se laissant emporter jusqu'à ce qu'elle puisse partir. « J'ai essayé de me démarquer, de rester silencieuse, et même d'exprimer mes pensées. Mais quoi que je fasse, je ne suis jamais reconnue. Mon existence a-t-elle seulement de l'importance ? Après tout, ce n'est pas comme si quelqu'un dans cette famille m'aimait vraiment. » Rika Goodwill était la honte de sa famille. Née ‘bêta’ comme enfant du milieu d'un couple Alpha-Omega éminent, il était naturel qu'on la néglige par rapport à son parfait frère Alpha et à sa douce sœur Omega. Sa situation en dehors de sa famille n'était pas meilleure. Les gens l'évitaient à cause de sa famille mafieuse et jugeaient sa nature sans réfléchir. Ses seuls amis étaient le « couple chouchou du siècle ». Mais Rika était devenue en quelque sorte la cinquième roue du carrosse entre leurs querelles et ruptures fréquentes. Au cours de ses 17 années de vie, Rika avait fini par accepter son sort et passer à autre chose. Après tout, aucune quantité de plaintes ne changerait jamais sa situation de cinquième roue du carrosse. Le collège était censé être sa grande chance. C'était le moment où Rika pouvait être elle-même, où elle pouvait se sentir elle-même, alors elle a postulé pour un lieu où personne ne la connaissait. Ça devait être sa chance inespérée ! Rika était censée s’échapper de sa vie qui s'empirait. Mais ni sa famille ni ses « amis » n'étaient prêts à la laisser partir, et il n'a pas fallu longtemps pour que sa vie paisible tourne au vinaigre. ____________ Cette histoire aura une relation hétérosexuelle ainsi que Yuri et c'est aussi un omegaverse. Les Alphas féminines sont des Futas. Si ce n'est pas votre tasse de thé, partez avant d'entrer. Laissez beaucoup de retours pour moi

After Yun Xiao's death, his soul flew into the sky, and he was shocked to find that the vast world he had lived in for sixteen years was shaped like a tomb! Under the tomb is an ancient copper coffin, as big as the sea, with a demonic aura, all the land is a piece of loess on the coffin, and trillions of living people are actually multiplying in the tomb soil! Inside the huge coffin is a fairy corpse with eyes like hell, mouth like hell, hair like a dragon, and body like a million mountains. I don't know where the immortal gods have been sleeping here forever! The youth's wronged soul is immortal, escaped into the immortal corpse and was reborn. Using the Tianzhu of the world as the sword, and the floating continent as the talisman, one person and one coffin will kill through the immortal road and pass through the heavens to prove the truth! (Disclaimer I don't own any of the characters and book elements. This is a english translation of a Chinese novel.)

It all began from an OH SHIT moment. Retired field agent Era decides to escape her past by running away to an Italian Monastery, basking in the sun and sipping on Gods Blood all day. Until she’s relocated to a backwater covenant in rural Yorkshire, and thrust into a new world. And NOT the one you might expect. This tale drags her through trials, pesky Gods, blood fueds, academies and cults, all begrudgingly i might add, as Era transforms from a reluctant participant interested only in her own survival to the last hope for humanity. This novel is a action packed, fantasy thriller meeting the criminal underworld, all wrapped in a healthy dose of sarcasm.

In a time before humanity, when the ancestors of the elves were still ogres and the Titans ruled the earth while dragons dominated the skies, the epoch drew to a close. A cataclysmic war erupted between the Titans and the dragons, leaving both sides scarred. It was in this tumultuous era that a traveler from another world descended upon an Hawkmen tribe, guiding them on a path of evolution that would ultimately transform them into the angelic race. Eons later, the celestial light of heaven illuminated countless realms. Jano, the Angelic King, reigned supreme upon his heavenly throne. Countless beings united in their hymns of praise: "Holy, Holy, Holy! Let sinners not gaze upon the majestic glory of the Lord. Adorned with crowns of splendor, We offer our homage to the divine throne.""

Shin Kinghad is a kid that had been abducted and trained by a powerful underworld organization since he was three years old. After six years, he was rescued by the Special Forces during their operation against that organization and was adopted by the captain of the Special Forces. Since then, he treated the son and daughter of the captain as his own brother and sister. Years later, he joins the greatest VRMMORPG of all time, [Destiny's Fate] online, due to repeated invitations from his brother. He creates havoc inside the game as he climbs his way from being a beginner player to a peak class expert. But as he grew up, he became curious about his real identity and his biological parents. He tried to investigate it with the help of his brother and best friend. And after discovering his real background, he decided to follow in his father’s footsteps and stood at the peak of the world using his Martial-Art Skills and Mentalism Techniques.

A hundred years ago, Chu Xiu transmigrated from Earth to Cang Qiong Continent, and received the Destined Villain System. After killing countless holy sons and daughters, he was surrounded by the older generation, and self destructed, possessing Tai Su Sacred Ground Yun Xia Mountain’s senior disciple. This time, he decided to lay low and develop strength. Let’s start small, what about becoming a saint admired by thousands? ---- The cover is not mine it is from drakescans who made a manhua of this novel. Check them out on https://drakecomic.com/!

'I will find you in any lifetime.' –––– Her silvery moon-locks were in delicate braids to reveal her fresh, radiant face. Her bright icy blue eyes watched everyone and everything fondly, sinlessly. She was a beauty that calms the nervous heart. That’s what everyone remembers of Princess Alora Linwood Roosevelt. Then who is the one who returned to the palace in the name of the princess? She had fiery long hair that looked like the flames of hell and her eyes were like a ball of fire that could reduce one to ashes. She looked like an evil witch they heard of. How could it not create chaos in the nation? She became prey to the royals and their politics, the nobles, and their influence, and commoners and their protest with her life on the line. Will she challenge the centuries-old tradition and find her love? Or will she lose her life? –––– P.S: Slow Burn, Slow Romance. This is an original story. Thank you ^_^ for giving it a try. DISCORD: Munchkin_2#7368 Story DISCORD: https://discord.gg/QhhXXWq Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/munchkin_2 Instagram: auth_munchkin Linktree: https://linktr.ee/munchkin

Talismans are a part of cultivation and what a better way to get into cultivating than to have the three top sects send talismans around. The "good" sect sends a talisman to make someone extremely beautiful. The "bad" sect sends a talisman to make everything around the person turn into a death sentence. The "neutral" sect sends a talisman of amplification by accident. What happens to a woman who has just gotten pregnant? Everything hits her belly. Join in as Rex who is in the fourth mortal realm gets a second chance to cultivate.

[From the Author of UNLIMITED SPEED] CREATION… There are three realms of might known to it—the Earth-Realm, Sky-Realm, and Heavenly-Realm. Four stages exist within each realm, and every created being must advance through each one with equal fairness to reach the highest attainable level… The Heavenly Realm! Or so it was believed… Privy to only the most privileged, was the knowledge of an ancient—unproven rumor. One that ran amok within the gatherings of the higher entities of the universe; the searing Seraphs, the arrogant Empyreans, and the lofty Celestials. A rumor that spoke of a fourth and final realm! Inconceivable! Or so they thought… A deviant emerged. One backed up by Heaven's radiance. And whether coincidentally or not, his very name echoed this truth. This is the tale of how the history of the universe was rewritten.

Adam Lee's life changes when he unlocks an ancient magic system. craft talismans for speed, protection, and luck. .. He gains power – but he also gains enemies. Now he must navigate a dangerous world of curses, shadowy organizations, and magical warfare to protect the craft and survive.

Lan Zhi, in order to turn the tide in the alternate world, became proficient in alchemy, talismans, and magic formations, and was familiar with technology and intelligence. He was able to write and study in the north, and his martial arts skills shocked ghosts and gods with a single sword. Once she returned home, she was just a pitiful little girl whose star veins had been drawn. The fake heiress who occupied the magpie's nest could easily control her life and death. Lan Zhi sneered and jumped off the cliff in front of everyone—— The useless body cannot do it, first find a star courtyard to survive. If the original author or publisher believes that this website is infringing, please contact this website, and we will immediately delete the work you believe is infringing.

An ancient proverb from the Homo sapiens era once stated, "Light and darkness can never be united because they are natural enemies arranged since the creation of the universe." The statement seems plausible, yet it may contain inaccuracies... —————————————— Leon Kruger, a 22-year-old man counted among the three of humanity's heroes, is dispatched by the Holy Empire of Mankind to invade the territory of the Demon Empire—an enduring adversary of humanity for over 7000 years. Wielding the Great Holy Sword Zenith and commanding a legion of thousands of holy troops, he leads the raid on the Desert of Chaos, facing the elite armies of the Demon Race with unwavering valor. Even, he engaged in direct combat against the Demon Emperor, who was actively leading the war on behalf of the Demon Race! Unfortunately, he never foresaw that his offensive was a cunning scheme orchestrated by the Emperor of the Holy Empire. The emperor aimed to eliminate Leon, perceiving him as a threat to his position as the ruler. Furthermore, unbeknownst to him, he had been poisoned before setting out for war, leading to a catastrophic defeat at the hands of the Demon Emperor and resulting in his capture as a prisoner of the Demon Emperor. Envisaging torment at the hands of the notorious Demon Emperor after his capture, he was surprised to find that this foreseen ordeal did not come to pass! The Demon Emperor, unveiled as a remarkably beautiful woman, unexpectedly and without apparent cause, asked him to be responsible for abandoning their triplet daughters?! "Nani! Since when did I have triplet daughters with you, smelly demon woman?!" Not only that, Leon gradually realized that an increasing number of women were approaching him to claim the love debts he had unwittingly accumulated in his youth. "Wait! Hold on! Please be gentle! Both my kidneys are nearly tapped out!" —————————————— #Tag: #Action #Adventure #Harem #Slight-Harem #StrongToStrongest #Romance #Demon #Elven #Hero #Dragon #DaughterLoves #Revenge #Anti-Hero #Handsome-Male-Lead #Beautiful-Female-Leads #SliceOfLife #Unhesitate-MainCharacter #Yandere #PossesiveCharacters #PhsycopathCharacter #HateToLove #Comedy ------------- 400 PS this week = Mass release of 5 chapters! 700 PS this week = Mass release of 8 chapters!

In the vast and boundless fantasy world, there is a young man named Yun Che, who has lived in a remote village since childhood and his life story is a mystery. One day, a strange phenomenon suddenly appeared in the world, and Yun Che awakened a shocking ability - the ancient holy body of the sign-in system! This ancient holy body is the supreme physique left by the ancient gods. The owner can devour the spiritual energy of heaven and earth and condense the supreme divine power. With this physique, Yun Che's cultivation has advanced by leaps and bounds. It only took a few months from obscurity to shocking the world. However, with the growth of power, Yun Che has gradually been involved in disputes and conspiracies on the continent. Major forces coveted his ancient holy body and rushed to snatch it. In the face of numerous crises, Yun Che was indomitable. With the help of the mysterious treasures obtained by the sign-in system, he overcame all obstacles and embarked on the road of strength. During this journey full of adventures and challenges, Yun Che met a group of like-minded partners, and together they explored the true secrets of the ancient holy body and the shocking mystery hidden deep in the continent. Through thrilling battles and breakthroughs on the brink of life and death, Yun Che will eventually stand at the top of the world and write his own legendary chapter!

[Name: ??, Age: ??] [Race: Mechanical Life] [Profession: Mechanical Apostle] [Level: Tier -6 (damaged)] [Physique: ?????] [Spirit: ?????] [Description: A broken Mechanical Life, one of Mechanical God -'@#$^&#@@%^#!'s most advanced and powerful creations, from an advanced technological world.] “Is this the World of Gods? Can anyone become God? Then why am I still just a Tier-1 Spiritual planter?” Ram pondered, after looking at the Divine Creature for the first time. Ram reincarnated in this world without the ability to awaken any profession. As he celebrated becoming a Tier-1 Spiritual Planter, he discovered that Gods, Divine Beings, Evil Entities, and Nightmare Creatures were exploiting humans and other beings, manipulating them to harvest the power of Faith or Fear. Inexplicably, he became entangled in this conflict. But he was lucky enough to turn his destiny through... Evolving Spiritual Plants and Monsters using Life Energy and Spiritual Power, becoming Spiritual Plant Lord to fight against the Gods. [ Holy Source Seed: Sylvan Soul Tree] [ Type: Source Seed] [ Level: Same as host] [ Quality: Holy] [ Attribute: Life/Soul/Wood] [ Description: A seed born from the fusion of the seeds of the Life Spirit Tree and Astral Soul Tree, transformed into a Holy Source Seed through a special method.] [ Holy Source Seed Characteristics:  1. As a Holy Source Seed born from both powerful entities it perfectly inherited the abilities of both the Life Spirit Tree and the Astral Soul Tree.  2. Gains additional functionality with every upgrade.  3. Binding the Holy Source Seed grants the host full access to all its abilities.] [ Abilities: Life Spirit Tree] [1. Life Spirit Body]: Converts the host's body into a Life Spirit Body, greatly increasing the host’s capacity for Life Energy and Spiritual Power by tenfold, while boosting recovery rate by 300%. [2. Kingdom Creation: Sylvan Soul Kingdom (Unopened)]: Upon activation, the Sylvan Soul Tree converts the host Spiritual Realm into a virtual forest that becomes the foundation of the Sylvan Soul Kingdom. This forest spans across dimensions, rooted in both the material and spiritual realms. [Effect]: The host becomes the Lord of the Sylvan Soul Kingdom, gaining the ability to expand and rule this virtual domain.] [ Abilities: Soul Tree]: [1. Soul Tree]: At the heart of the Sylvan Soul Kingdom, the Lord can summon the Soul Tree, a sacred tree that acts as a conduit for life and death. [Effect]: The souls of those who die within or near the kingdom are absorbed by this tree, where they are nourished, healed, and can be reborn as Wood Spirits. [2. Soul Tree Seeds]: Host can create seeds of the soul tree that are connected to the mother tree, which can be planted outside the Sylvan Soul Kingdom. [Effect]: Souls absorbed by the Soul Trees are transported to the mother tree within a certain distance, depending upon the strength of the Sylvan Soul Tree.]

Notes: I plan to publish this novel on RoyalRoad.com. You can also check my profile there. Link: https://www.royalroad.com/profile/598628/fictions Rhyme and Holy Night have been rivals since they were kids, competing in everything from academics to sports. But when Moryn, their childhood friend since kindergarten, becomes the object of their affection, their rivalry takes a complicated turn. Holy Night is a homosexual woman, adding another layer of complexity to the love triangle. Moryn, unsure of how to handle the situation, finds herself torn between two people she cares deeply about. Despite Holy Night's efforts to surpass Rhyme and win Moryn's heart, Rhyme always seems to come out on top. As tensions rise and emotions run high, the trio faces the challenge of understanding and resolving their complex feelings in order to find a way forward.

4 heroes. sword, shield, bow and axe heroes. They were chosen to chase away God who decided that mortals were not needed and should be annihilated. since then, 4 heroes have been born in humans. so for 100,000 years until the story of where Akira was born as the hero of the sword, Gamble, the hero of the shield, Elara, the heroine of the bow, and Seraphina, the heroine of the axe. when they received their hero weapons, the king's daughter decided to frame the shield hero for rape and attempting to kill her. From that moment on, the hero of the Shield was banished from the main city and lived in a city nearby, attending a university for magicians and warriors, and there he found a friend, Akira, the hero of the sword.

A very long time ago, the existence of other creatures was hardly believed. We(humans) thought that only our kind existed in the world, until a very life changing event happened. The vampires and demons reveled themselves to the world after centuries of hiding. It was said that a precious treasure was locked away in the human world and only the chosen one will be able to obtain the treasure. This treasure was none other than the Ancient Holy Dragon which has said to be asleep, waiting for its master to awaken it Warning ⚠️ MATURE CONTENTS AHEAD 18+

Since his creation, Camelia has been tasked with keeping an eye on the 'Seeds of Apocalypse.' These people could one day become the end of the world, and the only one with the power to stop them is Camelia, the Saint's creation. That was how Camelia became the teacher of these 'Seeds' Generation after Generation until he finally met his end at the hands of the Council that wanted to use these 'Seeds' for their good. But Camelia did not mind it. And why would he? After all, he had finally found peace after living for centuries. He was finally free. Little did he know that his death would leave such a big impact on his students. But peace was never an option for Camelia because after dying a gruesome death, he found himself opening his eyes once more. But this time, he was in the body of someone he had never met and living a life he had never met. Moreover, he was no longer a male but a powerless human female. He...no, she woke up in a time where a few centuries had passed, the world had changed into a place where Dungeons and powers were no longer a well-guarded secret, and the 'seeds of the Apocalypse.' she had tried to keep under control had already become the leaders of this world. At such a time, what was Camelia to do? The answer was simple—pretend she did not know anything and finally live a carefree life. Unfortunately, not everyone seemed as on board with her idea as she was. Especially not her familiar-looking man who called himself her fiance. She needed to discover why this man felt familiar, had the power of the Apocalypse inside him, and was so obsessed with Camelia. __________ Note: There will be a lot of sex, and the relationship will be a little Dom/Sub kind

It is said that in all things there is the Holy Spirit, the Spirit of God. So I can create my Paradise!

A traveler through two unfamiliar worlds, embarking on a mysterious journey full of wonders. Witchcraft, magical seals, breathing techniques... Bloodline witches, necromancer witches, elemental witches... Legendary knights, holy knights... The Astral Realm, source essence...

In a sprawling urban landscape intertwined with a hidden universe of mysticism, Rey emerges as an unlikely hero with an unyielding determination to safeguard his family and cherished ones from the shadows that haunt their world. Faced with the daunting task of mastering newfound strength, Rey embarks on a journey of self-discovery and transcendence, spurred by the enigmatic allure of a relic that promises ascension to the realm of gods. As Rey navigates the complexities of this intricate universe, he encounters an eclectic array of allies and adversaries, each wielding their own fragment of power drawn from the mystic tapestry that binds their reality. Amidst the chaos of urban life, Rey unearths the secrets of ancient lore and uncovers the existence of the revered God Relic, a fabled artifact said to grant unparalleled power and the keys to ascend to divine heights. With every revelation, Rey's resolve is tested as he grapples with the tantalizing temptation of godhood and the profound responsibility it entails. As he delves deeper into the mysteries of the universe, Rey must confront his inner conflicts and navigate the treacherous path between light and darkness, all while contending with forces that seek to exploit the relic's power for their own nefarious ends. In a world where the boundaries between mortal and divine blur, Rey finds himself at the epicenter of a cosmic struggle that will determine the fate of all existence. Will he succumb to the seductive allure of godhood, forsaking his humanity in the process, or will he rise above the chaos and forge a new destiny grounded in the strength of his convictions? "RISE OF THE HOLY DEMONIC GOD" is a spellbinding urban fantasy epic that explores the timeless themes of power, sacrifice, and the eternal quest for enlightenment. Join Rey on his daring odyssey as he navigates the perilous depths of the universe, fueled by an unwavering determination to protect those he loves and unlock the mysteries of existence in a world where the line between mortal and divine is blurred. ___________________________________________________________________ This novel has many more tag like World building, Transmigration and romance, superpowers and more so just read it and enjoy. There may be some grammar mistake in this as I am a newbie so, please cooperate and read it.