Nia Pareja

CLUP es una aplicación de citas que crea perfiles psicológicos con la finalidad de conectar a sus usuarios con otros solteros con los que puedan ser compatibles. La aplicación pide tres o más palabras claves que describan a esa pareja ideal, luego te la sirve como comida rápida para que elijas cuál te gusta más. El problema es que no toda compatibilidad es sana y en algunos casos puede llegar a ser autodestructiva.

Jovana Stafford, a determined alchemist, risked everything to save her brother with a bluish potion of unpredictable power called Serendipity. The Duke Of Veridian, Caspian Clifford, the kingdom's most formidable force, was tasked with finding the creator of Serendipity. When their worlds intertwined at a debutante ball, an undeniable attraction sparked between them, and their meeting became a clandestine affair. As Jovana struggled to keep her secret, and Caspian grappled with his duty, they must navigate a perilous path of love and loyalty. Will Caspian betray Jovana to fulfil his duty, or will he defy the kingdom to protect her?

En el mundo de hombres lobo, brujas y vampiros, Aadhya, una humana, siempre se preguntó si realmente pertenece a ese lugar. No importa cuántas veces se hiciera la pregunta, la respuesta siempre era la misma... SÍ. Sus padres habían sido una de las parejas beta (segundos al mando) más fuertes de su época en todo el continente. Pero incluso teniendo sangre beta en sus venas, Aadhya sabía que era diferente de todos los hombres lobo que había conocido en su vida. No tiene los sentidos mejorados de los hombres lobo, ni siquiera se transformó en lobo cuando llegó a la mayoría de edad, lo que automáticamente la convirtió en 'la rara de la manada'. A pesar de ser tratada como una paria, acosada por otros niños lobo y despertarse cada día con esa risa inquietante y una pesadilla que siempre parecía demasiado real para ser solo un sueño, nunca se permitió sentirse débil. Se esforzó al máximo y se entrenó como todos los lobos de su manada. Fue el día de su vigésimo cumpleaños cuando de repente sintió los 'cosquilleos de compañero' al tocar a su acosador número uno, el futuro alfa de su manada, Ethan Smith. Sabía que nada iba a ser normal desde el momento en que sintió ese primer cosquilleo, pero no sabía que nada en su vida había sido normal desde el momento en que llegó a este mundo. ¿Aceptará Ethan el regalo del vínculo de compañeros y dejará atrás a su novia con rango por una humana? ¿Podrá Aadhya sobrevivir a todas las cosas que pronto van a llegar a su vida? Únete a Aadhya en el viaje de su vida, lleno de misterio, acción, romance y muchos giros y vueltas... Lee 'La Rara de la Manada: Un Misterio por Desvelar' para presenciar la montaña rusa de emociones y ver cómo se despliega la vida de una humana 'normal', Aadhya, en el mundo de los hombres lobo. Ya amado y apreciado por miles de lectores de todo el mundo en diferentes plataformas de libros electrónicos. La primera creación firmada de la autora Mudita Upreti

``` —Si te vuelvo a ver, me saciaré con tu cuerpo mientras sangras, ¡príncipe! —Rosina, una mujer atormentada por un oscuro pasado, desarrolló una peligrosa obsesión que llevó a una estela de sangre y cadáveres. Una depredadora que disfrutaba de su presa antes de quitarles la vida. Siempre había despreciado la idea de tener una pareja hasta que se vio obligada a asistir a la temporada anual de apareamiento. Albergando un profundo deseo de libertad, detestaba cualquier asociación con la realeza. Durante el evento de apareamiento, se encontró con un hombre misterioso que llevaba una máscara roja sangre. Draco fue retratado como un despreocupado Tercer Príncipe que buscaba solo diversión y evitaba las responsabilidades que conllevaba la corona. Sin embargo, su encuentro con Rosina provocó un cambio en él. Se da cuenta de que para ganarse su mano en matrimonio, debe convertirse en rey. Esa transformación puso a Draco en un camino de auto-descubrimiento y crecimiento mientras se esforzaba por demostrar que era digno del amor de Rosina. ¿Su encuentro cambiaría su destino o los llevaría a la ruina? _____ Volumen 2: —Mi deber es encontrar a un noble para liderar mi manada, pero conquistaste mi corazón, plebeyo —Felissa era responsable de buscar una pareja digna de estatus y cumplir con su deber como la única hija de un Alfa, lo que la llevó a girar su vida para convertirse en una perfecta futura Luna de la manada Medianoche. Era conocida por ser tan delicada como una flor frágil, o eso creían. Detrás de su alegre sonrisa se ocultaba la oscuridad que quería ascender y apoderarse de su cuerpo. Una personalidad nacida debido al uso de la magia. Mientras Felissa buscaba a un compañero noble para satisfacer a sus padres, conoció a un plebeyo con dos identidades. Vicenzo era un hombre que vivía diferentes vidas para mantener a su madre a salvo de la manada abusiva. Estaba dispuesto a sacrificar el vínculo con su pareja para destruir al Nuevo Monarca como su tarea, pero su corazón se rompía lentamente y ansiaba el toque de su pareja. ¿Priorizarían su deber o cederían a lo que sus cuerpos deseaban? _____ Volumen 3: —Te aceptaré a pesar de todo lo que has hecho, mi querida —Gastone vivía en el mundo humano como castigo pero fue llamado de vuelta al reino de los hombres lobo por Rosina para encontrar a su pareja. No quería una debido a su situación de vida y orgullo como Príncipe caído. En el camino, salvó a una mujer problemática llamada Lucía y la llevó al reino después de que ella le suplicara que la salvara. Eso causó problemas ya que los hombres lobo eran mitos para los humanos. Con la ayuda de Draco, Gastone y Lucía se instalaron temporalmente en un lugar aislado por seguridad. Lucía había escapado de un Orfanato que trabajaba en el mercado negro. Su objetivo era detener su negocio para salvar la vida de muchas chicas pero falló después de años de planificación. Después de conocer a Gastone, tenía la intención de usarlo a su favor ya que necesitaba su esencia para sobrevivir a la maldición. ¿Florecería su amor después de descubrir grandes diferencias entre sus razas? __ [ ¡WPC #301 - Ganador del Lugar de Oro! ] . . Portada Oficial Encargada. __ Contáctame: IG: mona_milku Discord: https://discord.gg/XqbVZffGbv __ ```

To make up for the regrets of his previous life, Evan is reborn and resolutely transfers to the high school where Nia studied. There, he once again sees the familiar silhouette from his memories. In his past life, Nia lay on the operating table, using the very last breath of her life to say: “Evan... the truth is, I’ve always liked you…” Now, in this lifetime, Evan is determined to rewrite their story. Watch how he slowly wins the heart of the soft-spoken and brilliant campus belle in "Second Chance at School: Saving My Sweetheart"

Hi, Please this book would be deleted and reuploaded later next year. I want to focus on my other book, "The Alpha's Twins Have Different Fathers" first. Thank You. ********* Darragh Gallagher, the first son of the president, has heard a number of hush-hush rumours about his wife, so he disguised himself as a substitute bodyguard to see what he could find out, only for the dumb younger sister to lay a false claim on him as the one responsible for her pregnancy, making him lose his job on the first day. But what happens when both he and his mother could hear the girl's thoughts and both of them end up doing everything that she wanted? What happens then when they find out the truth about the real father of her babies through her thoughts? What are they going to do then? Just what are the odds? *************************** Kenia's mother-in-law threatened to bring another wife for her son because she has been unable to give her a grandchild. After several trying but still failing to conceive for her husband of three years, Kenia tricked her teenage sister into becoming a surrogate mother for her husband in secret. But after she too became pregnant weeks later, she decided to get rid of her sister and the bastard in her womb altogether. * 1524 In an attempt to help her sister, Catriona Byrne became the catalyst that sent her to an early death.  At the gallows for her own dismemberment after avenging her, Catriona smiled as she happily awaited the swift death.  But being reincarnated into the pregnant body of her sister in a new world was something that Cat could never imagine. So, not wanting to face the same fate as the host body, she decided to find a new father for her baby. And that was why she pointed to her father's new bodyguard as the one responsible for her pregnancy. ******************** Note: This author would not give warnings for any scene in the book. So please make sure that you're in the right frame of mind before you start reading.  Thank you and sorry in advance.

Twenty-year-old Kaito Rose, who goes by "Ice," never believed in the supernatural until he meets a ghost named Nia by a creek at sunset. His unique ability to see spirits, particularly demons known as Echos, leads to tragedy when his entire family is murdered by one of these entities. Guided by Nia, a mysterious "Lost Echo" hunted by her own kind, Ice ventures into the land of the dead seeking revenge. After consuming an Echo's lungs to gain supernatural powers, he confronts the God of Death, known as The Siren, who reveals they've been manipulating events all along. The Siren captures Nia and subjects Ice to psychological torture, forcing him to relive his worst memories through a mysterious whistle. As Ice struggles between the world of the living and the dead, he must uncover the truth about Nia's nature, The Siren's ultimate plans, and his own destiny as someone who can bridge both realms.

Moyo and his sister Bella thought they had all the answers. They were intelligent, beautiful, and wealthy, but their arrogance often got in the way. They thought themselves too big to help with chores around the house or participate in group assignments in school. They were born into a wealthy family. However, their attitude was more of a concern for the family. Being the last kids of their parents with a silver spoon in their mouth, they usually got away with some actions. Moyo and a group of rude friends bullied his peers, especially those in the lower class of life, and Bella's beauty got to her head, and her words were like serpent venom to girls and boys who were not equal to her. beauty got to her head, and her words were like serpent venom to girls and boys who were not equal to her. To those equal in wealth and beauty she considers friends, she bosses around. Their parents eventually got tired of their unruly behavior and decided to do something about it. They agreed that the best option was to take the twins to live with their strict grandmother in the South African village where he grew up with wise people. Nia, Moyo, and Bella’s grandmother is a wise and kind woman who does not tolerate indiscipline. Mr. Henry Landford, decided to show his children his struggles while growing up chasing his dreams before he became wealthy in America. Thus, his mother in South Africa was the only answer. Grumpy and sullen, Moyo and Bella arrived at their grandmother’s house determined not to cooperate with her. They tried many tactics to get themselves out of there but failed. While they thought their life in South Africa would be boring, filled with a hell of torment in their grandmother's house. What Moyo and Bella did not know was that their grandmother Nia was a well-known scientist inventor with a secret in her sleeves. Nia decided to take them on an adventurous, captivating tale of stories, proverbs, The story of the great inventors of the world, and morals to straighten them. Nia told them to sit on her red reading chair, and Moyo and Bella thought like every grandmother she was going to narrate a story from a book to them. However, little did they know that Nia had a scientific secret. The kids suddenly found themselves in trouble as they were magically teleported into the story world, where their lives would change as they would experience themselves as actual story characters in parts of Nia's MOONLIGHT TALES.

—La vida de Anne toma un giro inesperado cuando conoce a su pareja, el príncipe lobo Alfa, Damien. Su mundo se hace añicos cuando él la rechaza, expulsándola de la manada y al exilio. Para escapar de una muerte segura, Anne huye al mundo humano, ocultando su verdadera naturaleza y el secreto que lleva consigo. —Cinco años después, Anne ha construido una nueva vida entre los humanos, criando a su hijo en paz. Cuando Damien tropieza inesperadamente con Anne y descubre a su hijo, el heredero de su manada, se reabren viejas heridas y se reavivan lazos olvidados. —Damien está determinado a recuperar lo que perdió, pero Anne ya no es la loba rota que una vez lo amó. Ella es más fuerte, ferozmente protectora y no está dispuesta a ser herida de nuevo. Mientras Damien lucha por recuperar su confianza e integrar a su hijo en su legado, deben navegar por un camino de traición, redención y enemigos desconocidos. —¿Puede Anne perdonar el pasado y aceptar un futuro con el hombre que una vez destrozó su corazón? ¿Y puede Damien demostrar que es digno de la pareja y el hijo que abandonó?

Grace Davis nunca imaginó que su noche de graduación en la ciudad del pecado terminaría con un "Sí, acepto" impulsivo frente a un imitador de Elvis Presley. Borracha y fuera de control, lo que parecía una aventura desenfrenada se convierte en un inesperado compromiso matrimonial con James Clarke, un desconocido tan atractivo como exasperante. Cuando descubre que James necesita desesperadamente una estadía permanente en Estados Unidos, Grace se ve atrapada en un matrimonio de conveniencia que amenaza con exponerlos ante inmigración. Entre malentendidos, juegos de poder y un inesperado acercamiento emocional, Grace y James deberán fingir ser la pareja perfecta mientras intentan evitar que los descubran. Pero, ¿puede un matrimonio por accidente convertirse en una historia de amor verdadera? Llena de humor, giros inesperados y momentos románticos, Matrimonio en Las Vegas es una montaña rusa emocional que te hará reír, suspirar y desear saber qué pasará en la próxima página. ¡Descubre si esta pareja improbable puede convertir el desastre en algo mágico!

In "Legacy of the Lost Age," an ancient god-king awakens from centuries of slumber, finding himself stripped of divine power and cast into a mortal body. The world he once ruled is unrecognizable, his once-glorious empire now lost to myth and legend. Where he once walked as a being of light, revered and feared, his name and legacy have been twisted into tales of ruin and curses. Villagers whisper of "Lost Ones," ancient beings of immense power who vanished from history, leaving behind relics that are now regarded as forbidden and dangerous. Confused yet resolute, the fallen god-king embarks on a journey to reclaim his forgotten legacy. Guided by faint echoes of his former self, he discovers remnants of his past scattered across the land—old shrines, enchanted artifacts, and places of power that have faded into obscurity. Along the way, he encounters Nia, a young girl drawn to the mysteries of the old world. Through her eyes, he begins to understand how fear and reverence have morphed his legacy into a warning tale, casting shadows over his once-respected rule. But his journey is fraught with danger. Ancient forces lurk in the darkness, entities that have grown powerful in his absence, corrupting the very essence of his world. To restore his power, he must face formidable foes and unlock secrets long buried, risking the wrath of those who would prefer the past remain forgotten. As he reclaims each piece of his former strength, the god-king must confront a critical choice: will he rebuild his empire as the god he once was, or reshape his legacy to protect the people who fear him? The path he walks could either restore the world to its former glory—or plunge it further into darkness.

Niana "Nia" Mirren is a brilliant game developer with a past she’d rather forget. After a scandal nearly destroyed her career, she's poured her heart into PixelWave, her own gaming startup, and is on the brink of launching her biggest project yet. All she needs is the right investor to make her dreams a reality. Enter Zachary "Zack" Morris, a former NSA agent back from a grueling mission overseas, Zack steps in to help his brother’s company, Morrison Group, to help him as interim CEO. The last person he expects to see at the pitch meeting is Nia—the woman he’s never been able to forget. As their worlds collide, sparks fly, and old wounds are reopened. Forced to work together, Nia and Zack must navigate their undeniable attraction and the unresolved past that threatens to keep them apart. Can they find a way to trust each other again, or will the secrets between them destroy their chance at a future together? In "Code of Hearts", love is a game of codes—where cracking it could cost more than just the heart, and the stakes have never been higher. All Rights Reserved!

El villano que trata de separar a la pareja feliz, retrocede en el tiempo a sabiendas de su final decide cambiar, ya que descubrió que si seguía así iba a ser asesinado por su consorte la princesa mei jun la cual finge ser una simple plebeya. El imperio alessa quedó en la ruina ya que ju hang era manipulado por el conde bercer quitándole todo el dinero al reino y huyendo. cuando ju hang retrocede en el tiempo sabiendo todo, lograra restablecer el imperio a su antigua paz? y enfrentarse a los demás desafíos que se le presentarán en el camino...

As the young earl of Lordreign, Kimberly Cox must deal with the duties of his noble blood. The young man goes through many cases that lead to him questioning the true history of his family and himself whilst facing his own supposedly 'deceased' father with an ability that disrupts time whenever he pleases. Kim goes through peculiar and unfortunate events with Nia Hunter, a childhood friend, and Aron Patel, a knight's apprentice, to find his father and bring his company down from destroying the country of Abria.

Volume 1: Whispers Of Desires: A Sense Of Duty In a world where duty and love collide, Nia, the eldest daughter of an aristocratic family, finds herself thrust into a political alliance with the ruthless Vampire King, Kiyoshi. As both kingdoms grapple with the mysterious disappearance of human and vampire children, Nia and Kiyoshi embark on a journey to uncover the truth. Amidst the chaos and danger, a forbidden romance blossoms between Nia and Kiyoshi. Bound by duty, they navigate the treacherous path of their arranged marriage, while their hearts yearn for something more. Together, they must unravel the dark secrets that haunt their kingdoms and find a way to bring peace and justice to their people. "You may kiss the bride," proclaimed the officiant. Nia froze, panicked. She had never been kissed before! Sensing her unease, King Kiyoshi gently tilted her chin upward. His eyes were cold and yet she found herself trusting him despite her misgivings. His lips brushed against hers, soft and tentative at first, then with growing confidence. His kiss was not demanding or forceful, but rather a tender exploration of her mouth. It sent a shiver through her body, making her heart race and her cheeks flush with heat. As they turned to face their kingdoms, cheers erupted, both within the hall and from the masses gathered outside. Though nervous for what was to come, Nia could not help but feel a sense of elation. She was the Queen of Ivamis, and her husband was the most powerful king in the land. The weight of their responsibilities was not lost on her, but she also knew that they would face these challenges together...hopefully. Volume 2: Whispers Of Desires: A Sense Of Truth In the kingdoms of Niameda, Althea, and Ivamis, trade ships are mysteriously vanishing without a trace. When Kazi, the fierce General of Niameda and sister to Queen Nia of Ivamis, risks her life to save the King of Althea from an assassination attempt, he offers her an unthinkable reward - marriage to his arrogant second son, Prince Azreal. Repulsed by the idea of being bound to a man in a society that demands female submission, Kazi hatches a daring plan. She disguises herself as a male guard to infiltrate Althea's royal family and investigate the missing trade ships from the inside. However, her deception takes an unexpected turn when she is assigned as Prince Azreal's personal guard. As the charming yet infuriating Prince slowly breaks down Kazi's defenses, an undeniable attraction begins to simmer between them. But their growing feelings are built on a foundation of lies. Prince Azreal believes his guard is a man, while Kazi hides her true identity and motive for being in Althea. Tensions mount further as romantic rivals pursue Kazi, unaware of her disguise. In a race against time to uncover the truth behind the vanishing ships before it shatters the fragile peace between kingdoms, Kazi realizes the enemy may be close. Can a relationship born from deception survive? And will she unmask the real culprit before all three kingdoms are consumed by tragedy? Volume 3: Whispers Of Desires: A Sense Of Courage Adanna, a plus-size woman of 27 and the third of her family's daughters, fears the inevitable label of spinster as she remains unmarried. Frustrated with her lack of prospects, she decides to take her search for a husband into her own hands. After one attempt ends in disappointment, a friend suggests a bold alternative: a journey to another kingdom, where a competition for a Duke's hand awaits. But this isn't just any kingdom-it's Aerionia, a realm of griffin riders. Accompanied by Princess Serena, sister of King Kiyoshi, Adanna ventures to compete, only to find herself caught up in more than courtly games. A mysterious series of threats and the Duke's father's sudden disappearance cast a shadow over the contest. Will Adanna find the love she seeks, or will danger eclipse her dreams?

In a world where the power of precious stone is still unknown and people live ignorant of all the powerful kingdoms that harbor evils, the town of Blue Castle lives a life simple and fulfilled in itself. Nia, who wanted to save her kingdom, lives disguised in here to search for a precious stone that is too hard to acquire. Together with Mr. Neil Preston, she's up for anything the work demands. But lately some weird things have started happening and Nia might just assume this to connect somehow to what she's looking for. The story talks of Nia and her expedition, love and war and all the people who get involved in the quest willingly or unwillingly.

Eda ou Ella como todos a chamam é uma doce jovem que passou por coisas horríveis na infância, acusada de ter matado sua mãe pelo seu avô, ela tinha 19 anos quando seus avós a casaram com um completo estranho que nem almenos compareceu a cerimônia de casamento. Ele é completamente ausente na vida da jovem. Quando ela finalmente completou 22 anos ela pedio o divórcio mais seu marido não aceita a dá, ( homem de ego ferido) Ella faz de tudo para ter o divórcio, Claro até a pequena Mel aparecer. "Para uma pessoa saber a verdade ela precisa acreditar na mentira." "Uma mentira por mais bem contada no fim sempre vem a tona" " Sério Serkan a Máfia?" "Sério Ella a máfia?"

En una ciudad envuelta en misterio, donde las sombras juegan y el destino parece trazado por manos invisibles, El Tablero de Corazones en la Penumbra nos sumerge en la vida de tres parejas atrapadas en los hilos de un juego de amor y engaño. Cada historia revela las complejidades y secretos de sus protagonistas, quienes creen manejar sus relaciones hasta que se enfrentan a la sutil manipulación de El Arquitecto, un personaje enigmático y omnipresente, que observa y mueve las piezas para crear el romance perfecto. La pasión y la traición se entrelazan en cada capítulo, y la intriga aumenta con cada giro, mientras el lector se sumerge en los oscuros rincones de las emociones humanas.

Pequeños o Largos capítulos dirigidos especialmente hacia parejas BL Algunos tendrán continuación y otros no.

Sarah and Nia two friends took a wrong turn which changed their lives upside down.

Una pareja de novios que se gana la vida vendiendo contenido para adultos en internet viven pacíficamente en su departamento. mientras el apocalipsis zombi va tomando forma poco a poco ellos continúan subiendo sus vídeos, al mismo tiempo que comienzan a adentrarse en esta nueva realidad.

This story is about a older brother and his little sister traveling the world together getting out of a monotonous life. Or I'm pretty sure this is my train of thought writing page so it could really go anywhere! All feedback is appreciated though please be nice.

Esta historia gira alrededor de Shin Hyun un estudiante universitario promedio procedente de Corea del Sur, cuya sexualidad vive y experimenta con mucha cautela, algo de lo que aún es prohibido o incorrecto hablar en pleno siglo XXI , por otro lado la relación con sus padres la describiría como algo complejo e incómodo, sin embargo Jun Seo, su mejor amigo es su gran apoyo, pero a sus vidas llega Edna, una chica mexicana que va de intercambio, quien se hará rápidamente cercana a ellos marcando el inicio de una amistad incondicional, por otra parte llegará Hye Joon, el presidente del consejo estudiantil con quien se involucra Shin Hyun y que podría decirse que es su primer amor, aunque nunca pudo haber imaginado que podría ser un trago tan amargo, pero con ayuda de Jun Seo y Edna podrá salir de una relación marcada por abusos, violencia y confusión, que dará inicio a nuevas facetas sobre él mismo que no conocía, conocerá nuevas personas y nuevas maneras de relacionarse, que le ayudará a forjar nuevos lazos de amistad, familiares y de pareja, pero lo primordial, de ver que es alguien merecedor de amor y que también es capaz de ofrecerlo, pues la nobleza, la gentileza y el amor nunca han matado a nadie.

Yuu es un estudiante que está enamorado de Arai, la única chica con la que ha compartido lo que él considera "buenos momentos", ella es todo para él pero, tras un evento inesperado, Yuu tendrá que reconstruir su mundo a través de una pareja de ancianos y de Hanako, la delincuente más temida de la escuela.

Monsters, humans who have been consumed by their desires, fears, or even infected by other monsters. This is the story of a boy who becomes one of these monsters.

Scarlatta Francomagaro es considerada una jovencita sin honor por sus padres, quienes han decidido que debe sufrir un terrible destino para ocultar a la sociedad sus reprochables actos y pagar por sus pecados. Siendo juzgada como indigna, la muchacha escapa de la violencia de sus progenitores para irse a vivir a las afueras de la ciudad, oculta en un viejo y pequeño cobertizo de la casa de una pareja de ancianos. Dentro de esas cuatro paredes enmohecidas, vivirá durante varios años, imaginando un mundo mejor en el que no existe el dolor y en el que las personas de buen corazón son las que ganan al final del cuento.

Sin familia y recientemente sin hogar, el fabricante de varitas novato Ix deja su pueblo aislado en busca de empleo solo para encontrarse con Yuui, una chica con un contrato que le da derecho a una reparación de varita gratuita hecho por su difunto instructor. Pero cuando Ix decide cumplir con la garantía y completar el trabajo en lugar de su maestro, rápidamente se da cuenta de que no se trata de una reparación rutinaria. Contra todo pronóstico, la varita de Yuui funciona con el corazón de una criatura mítica que se cree que se extinguió hace más de mil años: Un dragón. Para completar la reparación y dejar atrás sus pasados, la pareja ahora debe descubrir la verdad detrás de la desaparición de los dragones del mundo…

Trigger warning for anyone reading this book. Two college students walk different paths until eventually their worlds are pushed together through pain and sorrow. Dante a intelligent first-year who is way in over his head and Nia a second-year who can't seem to grab a win. Neither are ready for what life has in store but...