Charmed Valkyrie

In a world ruled by power, loyalty, and betrayal, Seraphina Calabrese finds herself trapped in a marriage orchestrated by her family to secure an alliance with a rival mafia. Luca "Lucky" Vitale, the charming heir to the Vitale family, appears to be her perfect match—until secrets about their pasts and hidden motives come to light. With a war brewing between mafia families, Seraphina must navigate her inherited legacy, uncover the truth about her family, and decide where her loyalties truly lie. Love, vengeance, and deception are just the beginning as she fights to rewrite her fate.

Memories surged like a tide into her head after she was reincarnated, and she found out who she was... A complete pushover. Her name was Beiting Huang, a direct descendant and third-generation descendant of the Beiting Dynasty. Her fearsome reputation stretched across all nations on the continent. She was a girl, but she was disguised as a boy for some reason. Everyone was also after her wrist... to hack it off and take the bracelet she wore, which was actually a high-level spiritual item that concealed her gender. Everyone included her own brothers. Her brothers were fighting and killing each other, tearing the dynasty apart in the process... and she happened to be caught in the crossfire. Mercy? Did the old Beiting Huang not beg before she died? Did they spare her when she did? An emotion that was not hers stirred within her body, and Beiting Huang knew it was the old Beiting Huang's grief. In her mind, she assured her: Don't worry. Since I've reincarnated in your body, I shall avenge you. Your death will not be senseless! After those words, the old Beiting Huang's emotions faded. Now, there was only one Beiting Huang. She was the underworld's king, a mercenary lord who slaughtered and plundered with the world at her feet. Reincarnated into the fearsome Beiting family as its 'useless’ ninth son, the world's riches were once again in her grasp. She cultivated impossible abilities, contracted with magical beasts, and possessed a mystical dimension. She also trampled over gods and demons as and when she liked. Cold and handsome, her very presence was proud and magnificent, causing the world to fight for her affection.

(The Book's title has been changed from the original Pretty Man's Beloved Farmwife: This Madam is So Hot). Yang Chuxia found herself in a different world, inhabiting the body of a destitute farm girl who had been killed by her step-grandmother. To make matters worse, her step-grandmother even intended to sell her lifeless body. How could she endure such a fate? Hmph, whether you're a step-grandmother or an uncle, if you're a villain, I'll confront you just the same. Send one, I'll defeat one; send two, I'll conquer both. Yet, after vanquishing the wrongdoers, she gazed upon her emaciated, poorly dressed parents, siblings, and the struggling, underdeveloped village. Yang Chuxia seethed with determination, pointing to the sky and declaring, "I shall surely bring prosperity to this place, to the point where you'll fear having flowers bloom in summer when I tell you to have flowers blooming in summer, and where you are too afraid to seek women for me as suitors, when I tell you to find me men!" A certain man whispered, "Wifey, I'm already a man..."

She accidentally barged into his room interrupting his peaceful time, and since then, he took great pleasure in tormenting her. Hearing about his engagement, she crashed his engagement party and clung to his arm, intending to create a fuss. Unexpectedly, he suddenly grabbed her hand and announced loudly, "The woman I want to marry is her!" She opened her eyes wide, her mischievous plan effectively backfiring and causing her nothing but trouble! How terrible! She needed to escape, but it was too late! The angrier she got, the happier he became, as he held her and publicly showered her with kisses. "Mr. President! But the man I want to marry is him!!" She pointed at her beloved man not far away. "..." The room turned into total chaos, and the president was not pleased.

Adulting is hard—especially when your love life is an absolute disaster. For Valkyrie Ross, an intelligent, career-driven woman who refuses to be a pushover, dating has been nothing short of a circus. From being peed on during a date (yes, really) to dodging a literal serial killer and enduring a foot-fetish enthusiast, she’s officially done with men. But then there’s him—the new guy at the office. He’s handsome, arrogant, and has an ego big enough to fill the conference room. Women seem to flock to him, and he knows it. He’s also just as defiant as she is, making every encounter between them an infuriating battle of wills. When she loudly declares her oath to swear off men, he sees it as a challenge. What starts as playful banter turns into something deeper—something either of them saw coming. Could the one man she’s determined to resist be the only one worth falling for? Full of laugh-out-loud disasters, sizzling chemistry, and unexpected twists, I swear off MEN, I promise!!! is a witty, romantic rollercoaster about love, life, and the unpredictable mess in between.

[Ding!] [Welcome to the fantastic world of Aether Babes!!!] [Title granted: King of the Cosmos!] In his first life, Nick was an avid gamer. One of the top-ranking players in the gacha game Aether Babes, he never thought in a million years he'd be transmigrated into the world of his favorite game. However, it wasn't everything he imagined it to be. Somehow all the gods were dead, leaving him as the new King of the Cosmos far earlier than his character was supposed to be. More than that, it seemed like his favorite game actually contained the worlds of many different games... And as the King of the Cosmos, it was his duty to conquer every game, obtaining ultimate power. Finding himself in a dangerous plane of existence filled with exotic monsters and demons and even more nightmarish creatures he never dreamed of fighting in real life, Nick has to fight relentlessly just to stay alive. Luckily, he has the help of his favorite waifus! Incentives: 50 Gt = 1 extra chapter, up to 5 times. 100 Ps = 1 extra chapter, up to 10 times. Gifts: Every 1,000 coins is an extra chapter, up to 5. Super Gifts: Castle= 10 chapter mass release. Spacecraft = 20 chapter mass release. Gachapon = 50 chapter mass release and Valkyrie creation. Super gift mass releases cap at 50 a month, and are guaranteed by the 1st of the next month after it is given, as long as there are 10 days left in the current month. Couple warnings: Few lemons. Though the characters will be close and intimate, I do not plan on making many detailed scenes, at least at the start. Also, there wouldn't really be the chance anyways, as imminent danger is lurking around every corner. MC will be OP. Combined with his gacha knowledge and wide assortment of Valkyries (The waifus he summons) he himself is also op. To be fair, some of his enemies, especially the Endwalkers, are op as well. Also, it will be a progression based OP. Ch2 MC would not be facing the same enemies as Ch 2,000 enemies. Yes harem. No yuri. The harem will be filled with many different waifus with different pasts and dreams etc, so you can expect a bundle of different personalities as well as tropes like Tsun, yandere, etc. NO F* INCEST!!! NONE!!! Book will be addicting hehe. If you enjoy, don't forget to shower with powerstones, golden tickets, and gifts!!!

Veronica wanted nothing more than to give her younger brother the best she could in life; romance was completely off her grid. That was until she met Jamie. Absolutely gorgeous, unrestrainedly carefree, and ten years her junior, Veronica could't help but feel charmed by his attention and quickly fell head over heels for him. But what happens when Veronica finds out that Jamie had lied when he told her his age and is actually younger than she thought? And how will she ever move on when he is determined to carry on from where they left off?

After the betrayal of Luciferel, and having to deal with the Nephilim problem God made a few changes to how Heaven was run. Time does not quite flow the same in Heaven, so God was able to draw inspiration from millennia of human history. In the end, God chooses to structure things like a mega-corporation with him as the CEO and his archangels acting as department heads. To keep the threat of another angel rebellion to a minimum, every few years the angels would be ordered to change departments. To ensure that things ran smoothly and that the communication between departments happened in a timely fashion a Heaven-wide internet was established called Godnet. Due to an accident caused by mistaken identity, John Smith was killed by an angel on her first day in the Department of Death. By the time she released her mistake, it was far too late to "just" put him back in his own body. In an effort to correct her mistake the angel tried to have John Smith be reborn in the universe she originally was supposed to have a John Smith die in. The Angel was originally in IT for Godnet so she thought that it would be not too difficult to hide her little oops by altering a few records. However, she got a call from Upper Management during the process of having John be reborn. Figuring the " proper" department would step in to finish the process, the angel left to report to upper management, not wanting to receive an even bigger punishment than what she was already going to receive. In her rush to leave, she forgot to close down the connection to Godnet.

She makes me feel hate, anger, desire, lust and something even more dangerous – love. ***** Amelia (Amy) Shawls, the legitimate and perfect princess of real estate mogul, and serving senator, Gregory Shawls, had it all –wealth, beauty, brain and a fiance who doted on her. But amidst her plenty admirers and few haters, were her vile stepmother and her envious stepsister, who sought to destroy her and take away her inheritance. Amelia's seemingly perfect life took a dark and scary turn on the eve before her celebrity marriage, when she gets a text message from her fiance, Jerry, asking her to meet him up at their favourite restaurant. On her way, Amelia is kidnapped and taken to an unknown location where she narrowly escapes her abductors only to end up crashing into a river. When Amelia finally regained consciousness a week later, she discovered that her life and everything she ever loved and worked for had been stolen from her by those who claimed to love her. Vengeful, she strikes a deal with the handsome but vicious devil, who rescued her from the jaws of death. ----- Meet Blaze Anderson, the charming but ruthless CEO of the Andex group. His heart is as cold as ice and his mere name caves terror in the heart of people. Blaze harboured a deep resentment against Amelia's entire family and would stop at nothing to see all of them, including Amelia destroyed. What would happen when the line between deep hatred and passion slowly thins out? Would Amelia ever consent to love after learning the bitter truth behind Blaze's assistance?

[Ding!] [Cashback System Activation Requirement Met!] [System Binding In Progress...!] [System Successfully Linked!] [Spent $1,000. 10x Critical Hit. Earned $10,000. The money has been transferred to account XXX-XXX-XXX] [Spent at least $1,000 on a beautiful lady. Received 1 lottery ticket. Do you want to use it?] [YES][NO] Kyle was a man that has never had any luck in life and he was on the verge of ending it all after being fired from his minimum wage job due to a customer's complaint which turned out to be a lie but due to the customer being an attractive lady, no one believed Kyle. To make matters worse, he had to pay for the damages that was caused by the customer. Beautiful people, they had it easy, didn't they? This was his last step and he knew that he wouldn't see tomorrow as he searched for a river to throw himself in. He thought his mind finally broke as there was no explanation for the Cyan Screen that popped up as he clicked the [YES] button. [You have drawn Charm!] [Charm: There is nothing the user can't charm his way out of or into! The universe has blessed you with charisma!] "Hahaha! I must have lost my marbles..." Kyle muttered to himself but his phone soon rang out to show that he had a notification. And to his surprise, he saw $10,000 sitting in his account and his jaw dropped. "THIS IS FOR REAL!!!"

WSA 2024 entry. When Charmaine Alysham is sent to a private college, her only goal is to graduate with honors and become independent. But the unfamiliar world she never asked to be a part of – the salt-swept, forgotten Isla Serpiente, is under attack by ancient beasts and powerful demons. A place of secrets, rumors and tight-lipped expectations of newcomers to the island. The natives whisper about untold prophecies and the end of the world. Stalked by demons. Charm found herself being manipulated for her spirit power. Spirit power is dangerous, uncontrollable and deadly. Sides are being chosen, the final war to end all battles is coming. Form an unbroken bond with Charm as she makes her way in an increasingly desperate and unfamiliar world.

Please support the book with power stones, gifts, golden tickets, and subs. Thanks, dear readers. They're the ones who will look up at the sky and reach out their hands. The ones who will have the urge to jump as they look down at the depth of the abyss. Those who will take the first step without any hesitation as they look far off the edge of the horizon. Someone who will gaze at the Moon and dream of an adventure, dares to leave the Earth, and conquer every floating Dungeons. This is the story of their adventures. Those brave Adventurers, peculiar Magicians, valiant Knights, and proud Valkyries. Stories of Humans, Half-Race, and Demi-Humans along with their Sub-Spirits. Tales of Reincarnation and Dungeon along with their Dungeon Guardian. Their stories as they live their lives on Earth. Their stories as they traverse the sky from dungeon to dungeon. Their stories as they dream to reach the Moon. Their Days of Dungeons from Earth to Moon.

Adrian lived a charmed life, his extraordinary fortune shielding him and his sister, Evelyn, from hardship. Evelyn, however, carried the opposite fate—plagued by misfortune and self-loathing. Their fragile balance shattered when Adrian encountered a mysterious being who claimed to know the truth behind their fates. Adrian’s luck began to fade, and Evelyn was abducted by the enigmatic figure. Desperate to save her, Adrian embarked on a perilous journey through a shadowy realm where luck no longer favored him. Stripped of his fortune, he had to rely on courage, intellect, and the kindness of strangers. Along the way, Adrian uncovered a dark truth: his fortune had come at Evelyn’s expense, manipulated by the being to create imbalance. Determined to make things right, Adrian confronted the entity, risking everything to save his sister and free them both.

" I am Princess Nathalie Amethyst Hiyera. The powerful princess of Amethyst Kingdom. By the use of all my powers. I command you to destroy the Dark Kingdom. For as, no one can use it again. And for this War ends and all magicians in magic world will be One " The world was change. She was powerful and a gods of goddesses.

How long can one ignore the voices in their head? Nine years. To Mark, that was the limit. For the majority of his life, Mark White has been fighting a constant battle for his sanity. The voices in his head pushed him toward madness one whisper at a time, and the music he used to ward against them was gradually losing its effects. As his mental state slowly deteriorated, Mark spent more of his time working on a game he had been developing and lamenting his lack of romantic experience. One night, the voices dealt him a powerful blow, bringing their battle to an end. To his surprise, Mark won the battle, but that came at a great cost. The voices might have disappeared, but a visual hallucination arrived to replace them, taking the form of a character from his game: Maids VS Apocalypse. Little did he know that the real apocalypse was already coming for him. ======================================= Check out my other work! Valkyrie Smash.

Zachary Bonisegna was an marital artist master , but he got accident and can't practice martial arts again so Zachary go to playing-Rising Live, the virtual reality game that consumed his days and filled his nights with adventure , and he can practice martial arts again. But his life took a bizarre twist when he play Rising Live suddenly Thunder struck his device and then he awake not as himself, but as Zaboru Renkonan, a character of his own creation within the game's world. Zaboru Renkonan was no ordinary avatar. He was a character min-maxed to perfection, a master of strength, Perception , intellect , and agility, and has normal Luck equipped with skills honed for survival and combat. His stats bordered on legendary-save for one glaring flaw. His charm, set at -1, was a deliberate quirk Zachary had added for fun, thinking it would make the game's interactions more challenging. But now, that same flaw was an inescapable curse. In this real version of Rising Live, Zaboru's negative charm didn't just make people wary-it made their skin crawl in his presence, an intangible discomfort they couldn't explain. His face, though unremarkable to Zachary in the game's character editor, now unsettled even the kindest of strangers. This was no longer a game. It was life. Follow Zachary as he navigates his new reality, adjusting to life as Zaboru Renkonan-a formidable figure burdened with an unsettling aura-in a world he thought he knew, yet now finds perilously real. Through battles, alliances, and the echoes of his past as a gamer, Zaboru must carve his path in a place where stats are more than numbers, and survival is the ultimate quest

She was a mighty dragon. The problem is, she WAS a mighty dragon! “Ouch! Where am I? Huh? Is this… a cocoon?” No. Wait. Why would she be in a fucking cocoon?! Nimue anxiously thought while struggling against the silken cage. “How, how did I end up on one... huh?!” Panic surged through her as she examined herself. She was no longer a majestic dragon, the embodiment of poison and flame. She was a... bee? How could this be? A measly, tiny bee with wings that fluttered in desperation to escape its prison. Her memories flickered like sparks in the dark, but the truth was clear. She had been transmigrated, and her current situation was a dreadful one at that. How will a once mighty being survive from the bottom of the food chain filled with fierce beasts that suddenly turns to beautiful men? "Wait what?!" --- WSA2025 Entry  #beasts #transmigration #beautyandbeasts

A mysterious girl named Kyuu Ketsuki shows up at the entrance ceremony of Kanto Gakuin Junior & High School in the new school year, much to the dismay of many students and one boy in particular, Sasaki Haru. Sasaki Haru lived a mostly normal life in middle school, until a certain incident occurred when he'd graduated. Now moving into high school, he hopes to rectify this mistake and some day move on. Although all is not well when Kyuu Ketsuki arrives, bringing all her youthful charm and uncharacteristic demeanor along with her! Will Sasaki Haru be able to live out his hope for a normal high school life? Or will this new addition upset the scales and bring him down another path? Perhaps a darker one...? Note: Will be posting this story on RoyalRoad, Scribblehub and Wattpad too.

Ivan Orlov's desire for a family burned deep within him, a yearning that never wavered. After the heart-wrenching betrayal by his long-time lover, he found himself longing for a fresh start—a chance to rewrite his story and finally have the family he had always dreamed of. Being transmigrated into an omegaverse world seemed like a twist of fate, offering Ivan a new beginning and the opportunity to build the loving family he had always yearned for. * Zander D Vale, the dominant Alpha heir of the Vale Enterprise, had always lived a life of relentless competition and proving himself worthy of his position. Days blended together in a monotony of corporate battles and meetings, his existence defined by the weight of his family's legacy. Yet, everything shifted one fateful day. Amidst the usual humdrum of his routine, Zander witnessed something extraordinary. A tiny little omega, seemingly inconsequential in stature, managed to effortlessly defeat seven fully grown alpha men. The sight was both astonishing and captivating, stirring a newfound curiosity in Zander's otherwise predictable life. Minimum of 10 chapters per week.

john Blake, a wealthy young man from a prestigious family, leads a seemingly charmed life but is constantly pressured by his mother to settle down and take on more responsibility in the family business. One fateful night, while arguing with his mother over the phone, his life takes an unexpected turn. He nearly runs over a mysterious, severely injured woman who stumbles into his path. Acting quickly, he drives her to the hospital, where a series of misunderstandings and coincidences lead everyone to believe she is his fiancée. As john navigates the chaos of being responsible for a stranger, he learns that the woman suffers from total amnesia. Despite her lack of memory, it is clear she has undergone intense training and possesses remarkable physical abilities. Unbeknownst to John, she is an orphan who was taken in by a secretive organization and trained from a young age to become a lethal assassin.

Casey is trapped in a girls' game known as an otome game. The game is a dating simulation game that tells the story of four men with different types. Starting from the cold type, spoiled, humorous and also charming, At first glance, all four men look perfect, even though each of them has a dark background. Casey enters the world as Gwen Valerian, the main heroine who will become a maid in their mansion. To return to the real world, she must choose the right route in a game called "A Mirror Family." Will Casey be able to get through it and return to the real world, or is she too comfortable there because she is surrounded by handsome men with all kinds of charm?

The most loved K-pop idol, Lee Yong, had exhausted his creativity and reached a block. When he was frustrated about his inability to write music anymore, the new choreographer entered the company. The flirty perverted choreographer became his muse pretty soon. When he realised his love for the choreographer, he denied it for the sake of his career. When the adorable man confessed first, he rejected the choreographer cruelly. But later, he did not want to see his man being pursued by others, and he was determined to get his man back. Choi Haneul hid all his schemes and revenge plans under his shameless perverted behaviour as he entered the entertainment company. Taking revenge was his main job while being a choreographer was a side hustle. He was attracted to the boyband's leader, and he noticed the leader was also stealing glances filled with desire. Hence he started to crave more than the glances. Choi Haneul closed his heart long back and never wanted to be in a relationship. But he wanted to open his heart to the idol and be in a relationship. With all hope, when he confessed, the idol rejected him cruelly. So what would he do when the charming band leader tried to win him back? Or will he choose his revenge over love which comes with many terms and conditions? While the tug of war was going on between the choreographer and the band leader, band members smartly chose the choreographer’s side and ate melon seeds every day as they watched one drama after another instead of helping their leader. *************************** Choi Haneul: I wanted to try the steak from that new place. But all the tables are booked for a month. Lee Yong: Surprise! I invited the chef to cook the streak for our first date this Friday. Choi Haneul: I will come to eat, but it is not a date. Let’s invite others as well. Band members: Our choreographer is the best!!!! *************************** Choi Haneul: I wanted to watch that new movie. My free time and the movie screening time are not in sync. Too bad! Lee Yong: Surprise! I have already made arrangements. We will watch the movie in my flat for our first date. Choi Haneul: I would like to have cheese popcorn while watching the movie, but it is not a date. Let’s invite others as well. Band members: Yay!!! We are in for the movie night! *************************** Choi Haneul: I really wanted those dancing boots, but it is out of stock. Lee Yong: I knew you would like it. So I bought it for you. Choi Haneul: Thanks. Let me pay for it. Band member: Ouch, leader! Does it hurt too much???? *************************** Lee Yong: Where are you going all dressed up cutely? Choi Haneul: My first love is coming to the school reunion. I want to meet him. Lee Yong: Well, you are not going anywhere but my bed today. Band members: What?????? *Ding Dong* Choi Haneul: My first love is here to pick me up! Band members: Woooo hooo!!!!! *************************** Join the journey of the stubborn idol and the shameless choreographer to see what they would choose? Will Lee Yong choose love over his career? Will Choi Haneul choose love over his well-crafted revenge? P.s: The cover belongs to the rightful owner, and it will be removed if the original owner asks to do so. WARNING: THIS IS A GAY LOVE STORY WITH EXPLICIT CONTENT. IF YOU ARE NOT COMFORTABLE WITH IT, SPARE THE NOVEL. Discord: https://discord.gg/jSQxjwPV5s Instagram: lazii_ladii

Alexander has vampire powers like great strength and speed. Aria is a strong - willed valkyrie with combat and magic skills. They face numerous challenges together - magic duels, betrayals from all sides. In this land full of magic rules, they grow while dealing with love - hate relationships and taming mythical creatures.

The story revolves around Sandra, a young woman who finds herself in a complicated situation. She's being pursued by James, a wealthy and charming man who's determined to win her heart. However, Sandra's feelings are torn between James and Damola, a man she's recently met and has a strong connection with. As the story unfolds, Sandra tries to navigate her relationships with both men, while also dealing with the challenges of her new life with James. Despite her growing feelings for Damola, she's drawn to James's charm and wealth. Throughout the book, Sandra's emotions are put to the test as she struggles to make sense of her feelings and loyalties. The story is filled with drama, romance, and unexpected twists, keeping the reader engaged and curious about what's to come.

(BOYS' LOVE) When Tai Yang, a young, handsome yet introverted scientist gets hauled into one of the alternate Universes (by a dog-eared man claiming that staying on Earth would kill him), four things become especially clear. One: his black belt in karate is useless against the strange, magical, anime-looking spells of the alternate world. Two: he needs to stop getting lured into human birdcages even if there is 4-ply toilet paper in them. Three, Prince Li Jun is an asshole on Earth and in the alternate universe too! Desperately trying to return to his world, Tai Yang manages to escape several times. The problem? He keeps bringing the annoying Prince back to Earth with him where another Li Jun already exists! And after a while, it seems Prince Li Jun has gotten too fond of having him as a personal bird-cage advisor to let him escape to Earth easily, making Tai Yang's life even harder. But his behavior starts to change; why? Is Li Jun really only keeping him around for relationship advice? Or does the late-night sight-seeing, and attempts to make him immortal mean something? What do the close proximities, hand-holding, and stares mean? The fourth thing that becomes clear to Tai Yang is that he has to disappear before he actually falls for that narcissistic Prince who seems to have no intention of catching him. ...Or does he? Join Tai Yang to find out!

On a rain-soaked morning, Mia's already disastrous day takes a turn for the unexpected when a chance collision leads to a spilled coffee and a charming encounter with Jake. What begins as an apology turns into an invitation to a café, and a spark ignites between two strangers amidst the downpour. Will this chance meeting blossom into something more, or will life's challenges keep them apart?

This story takes place in a magical game-like world where people have to level up to get stronger. The God troop system is a power system that only the chosen ones inherit. They are the competitors that have been chosen to fight for the chance to become a god. Their job is simple, raise your troops to the highest tier possible. Tier 6. Midas is an orphan kid who got lucky enough to be chosen, however, he didn't have enough money for a tutor so everything he knew was either self taught or he heard people whispering about it. After his system activated at the fifteen he was teleported to another word unlike his own. His aim wasn't to be a god but to live a comfortable life but that all changed after that one incident. I'll be dropping an update of 5 chapters every week so stay tuned for more. They'll be a lot of character and plot development.

When the sight is deceived by something charming beauty without mystical knowledge

After the invasion, humanity has been reduced in numbers drastically. 93% of the male population has been wiped out— alongside all the gods. Everyone left, prayed for a miracle and their prayers have been answered. In order to save mankind, the last remaining goddesses— created female warriors known as the Valkyrie to protect and keep the human population alive. However, because of the superior gene of women— the children born would always be female and if they were born male, they would die. The goddesses, need to figure out a way to prevent the deaths of male children or else it will be the extinction of humanity and them. Story is paused because of real life issues will be back at a later date sorry readers.

A true harem is mean that it doesn't really matter either your fish is male or female ....... what a definition of the true harem come and see a real harem built .... ... ______ Handsome MC Bisexual MC seducer harem transmigrated Seme protagonist Charming MC attractive Max level ◐.̃◐ lol Date:10/11/2023 status : Serialized