Httyd Homecoming

At eighteen, Anastasia returns to her birthplace—a city she once considered her safe haven—only to find that nothing is as she left it. What was meant to be a quiet homecoming becomes the spark of a storm she never saw coming. In a society that expects girls to stay silent, obedient, and content with what they’re given, Anastasia chooses rebellion. She refuses to be a blank page for others to write on—she wants to write her own story, even if it means being the heroine and the villain. As she reconnects with childhood friends and forms powerful new bonds within her gym group, Anastasia begins to rediscover herself—through laughter, loyalty, and unexpected emotions. But when love enters her life from the most unlikely person, everything begins to shift. What starts as a warm breeze quickly becomes a hurricane. Hidden behind every glance is a secret. And behind every relationship, a truth waiting to shatter everything. Haunted by a past that won’t stay buried, and surrounded by friends who may not be who they seem, Anastasia must learn what it truly means to rebel—not just against the world, but against her own doubts, fears, and desires. This is not just a story of love and friendship. It is the journey of a girl who chose to rise when the world wanted her to bow. A girl who dared to burn down expectations— And from the ashes, find her voice.

The Story begins after the events of HTTYD 2 movie. Zoya, the MC of this fanfic, was reincarnated as a young Night Fury. Follow her as she adapts to her new reality and faces adversity to find a place for herself in the complex dynamic of humans, dragons and everything in between. --- This is my first story on this platform and any overall that I publicated in any way, so do keep that in mind. I also write it most for myself so don't expect regular updates. Anyways, if you're staying, then have a nice read. --- Also this is not my original idea, but my take on a fanfic by Majo_Kuro_Akuma that has been dropped for around one year as I write this (title: Not so tamable). Therefore first chapters are quite similar. Book Cover by GoT-God from Pinterest

Getting lost while travelling is one thing. Getting lost while homecoming is different. I would learn with time, although the beginning sure would hurt. But over time, I would grow and evolve, endlessly. Or, well, until I meet my fate. Until then... As an unexpected friend would tell me, many years later: There is chaos in life, And we both like it. So began my journey into an unexpected new world. ~ Rose H. バラの花次の世界から魔法の現実へ

The 13th creation of Neveresh slays his creator after remember small pieces of his life before, but little does he know that those of his old life have been waiting for him to come back home.

Hananoi Tojiko is a figure shrouded in controversy, a human being who has long wished he had never been born. From his earliest memories, he saw himself as a miserable creature, cursed by existence itself. At the age of eight, he attempted to end his life—a desperate act that not only failed but also set his life spiraling into chaos. His mother’s hatred for him grew venomous, and the violent fights between his parents became the backdrop of his shattered childhood. When the news of his suicide attempt spread like a plague through the neighborhood, the shame and scrutiny became unbearable, forcing him to flee Japan, a broken boy exiled from his own home. Years later, Hananoi returns to Japan, a shadow of his former self, yet bearing the title of a recommended student at Noriko High School—a prestigious institution reserved for the elite. The school is a gilded cage, filled with the children of powerful families, prodigies, and those destined for greatness. But beneath its polished surface lies a world of cutthroat ambition, hidden cruelty, and unspoken rules. Hananoi, with his fractured psyche and the scars of his past, is an outsider in this world of privilege. His return is not a homecoming; it is a collision. His nemesis, a figure from his past, lurks in the shadows, waiting to reignite their bitter rivalry. And within Hananoi’s mind, the demons of his childhood still linger, whispering doubts and feeding his darkest impulses. Will he find a way to confront the darkness that has followed him since childhood, or will it consume him entirely? In a world where power and influence reign supreme, Hananoi’s tormented mind may be his greatest weapon—or the chain that drags him into the abyss.

Clare has always been the girl who kept her heart—and her body—guarded. At 18, she’s known for her faith, her purity, and her refusal to fall prey to the reckless pressures of high school life in suburban America. But everything changes on the night of the school’s homecoming party. Enter Lucien: the mysterious, magnetic new boy whose charm and talent on the football field quickly make him the center of attention. While every girl falls for his allure, Clare is the only one who resists—until peer pressure and loneliness push her to let her guard down just once. That single night of surrender unlocks a darkness neither of them could have imagined. Lucien is no ordinary boy—he carries a curse from the underworld. When Clare and Lucien cross the line, Clare unknowingly becomes a vessel, inheriting a terrifying power that twists her world upside down. Soon, Clare’s life spirals out of control. She experiences vivid, uncontrollable dreams, and every encounter becomes a trap—those who come close to her become obsessed, possessed, and transformed into carriers of the same dark force. What started as one reckless night evolves into a supernatural epidemic of lust, addiction, and demonic possession that threatens to consume her school, her friends, and her very soul. In a battle between temptation and redemption, Clare must navigate a treacherous path—where every choice comes with a price, and every night could be her last. Will she find the strength to break free from the darkness, or will she become the queen of a new underworld? Just A Night is a gripping, spiritual thriller that explores the deadly consequences of peer pressure, the power of sin, and the fight for salvation in a world where the lines between good and evil blur.

Abhimanyu, a skilled international spy, makes the ultimate sacrifice—choosing his country over his career. He leaves behind the shadowy world of espionage to return to India, seeking a quiet, anonymous life. But fate has other plans. Upon his homecoming, he is met with devastation—his mafia father’s empire lies in ruins, his elder brother has been brutally murdered, and his surviving sibling is held captive by ruthless enemies. Now, Abhimanyu must navigate a deadly maze of betrayal and vengeance. Can he outmaneuver his foes and rescue his brother before it’s too late? Will he reclaim his family’s legacy, or will his past drag him back into the darkness? And most importantly—can he ever truly escape the life he left behind?

Sixteen years, a relentless pursuit of the impossible. Leon, a soul forged in the crucible of ambition, now shattered by the cruel hand of fate. Family lost, hope extinguished. Suicide's edge: a classmate, a star, pulled him back. Debt? No. Another attempt. Then... darkness. He wakes. Swords. Magic. And her?" Stranded in a perilous world, With no cheat codes or divine guidance, they must navigate this treacherous world, forge alliances with wary strangers, and evade the pursuits of those who desire Sarah's beauty and covet their existence. After carving his existence on the razor's edge of perfection, pushing his boundaries until they shattered. a shadow sculpted from the very essence of ambition, found himself adrift in a strange new dawn. His past was a tapestry of broken limits, a testament to his relentless pursuit of a flawed perfection. Here, though? Here, a whisper of recognition stirred. A sense of homecoming, as if the very air hummed with a symphony of his own monstrous heart. This was not a world to survive, but a world to claim. "Crucible-born. This world pulses. He'll ascend, not survive."

If you're not particularly drawn to the finer points of political intrigue, the complexities of warfare, or sprawling fantasy worlds filled with deep, intricate characters, I want to be upfront with you this story may not be for you. It doesn't lean heavily on political drama, elaborate battles, or a massive, labyrinthine cast. Instead, it follows a different path, one focused on something else entirely. Arentia a continent where power and prosperity once stood as the twin pillars of rule. Its stability was upheld by noble houses, each playing a vital role in maintaining order. Among them, none were more renowned than the House of Vermouth, whose symbol a towering, lifeless oak embodied strength and resilience. During the great coup that shook the capital, the Vermouths fought fiercely to preserve their legacy. Ethan, the youngest heir of House Vermouth, enrolled at the prestigious Azoria Academy, where nobles and commoners alike trained in the arts of magic and swordsmanship. But Ethan faced a unique and brutal challenge: unlike the other students, he bore the Curse of the Corrupted Blood Dye an ancient affliction that twisted his body whenever he used mana or magic, making him an easy target for mockery and cruelty. Yet despite it all, Ethan heir to wood and fire refused to back down. His spirit was unbreakable, his resolve forged in iron. He wouldn't rest until he proved to the world that he was stronger than fate itself. Coming soon: The Crimson Moon Ritual of the Corrupted Blood Dye Homecoming: Ethan Confronts the Great Cataclysm of Azoria The Unexpected Betrayal: Was Henry Vermouth a Pawn in a Greater Game? Declaration of War: House Vermouth vs. the Valdharts and Their Allies, the Greedy Gastrines And this is just the beginning. More epic events await stay tuned for continuous updates.

Ana Ravenscroft never expected her idyllic life would disintegrate so swiftly. Ana was married to Dorian Blackwood, a man whose name inspired awe and whose riches dazzled. She felt their love was unshakeable. Until one night, he wrecked her world. On their third wedding anniversary, Dorian announces another lady as his fiancée, humiliating Ana and breaking her heart. Dorian's first love, Lila Moreau, is everything Ana isn't: rich by birth, smart, and seemingly faultless. Dorian's harsh remarks about finding his "true mate" haunt Ana as she walks away from the life they established together. What he does not realize is that Ana is carrying his children. Determined to save her unborn twins from the corrosive world of riches and power, Ana flees to the peaceful town of Eirian Vale, where time stands still and legend pervades everyday existence. For five years, she has found comfort in raising her children, painting stunning landscapes, and living peacefully. But her tranquility is shattered when Dorian appears unexpectedly, his domineering presence as disturbing as ever. Guilt and agony pervade his every word as he begs for a second chance. Secrets are revealed—Lila's homecoming was no accident, and Dorian's money made him the target of a dark plot. As danger approaches, Dorian discovers the presence of his offspring, which triggers a powerful protective instinct. Will Ana risk her heart again for a guy who already broke it? Can Dorian show himself worthy of the family he almost lost? As love fights betrayal and danger threatens to ruin everything, Ana and Dorian must confront their past in order to safeguard their future.

Inari Umaki, second son of Umaki International Co. and rare male omega who was lovingly raised by his family, went missing at age of 13. After 5 years of relentless searching, investigations and prayers, he is now safely back in arms of his family who swear to never let him go again. But are things really that simple? As the past starts to haunt everyone associated with him like an impending doom, Inari is forced to take certain decisions that might alter trajectory of entire Nations. Just how big is all this? What happened to Inari in those 5 years of absence? And who is this god-send Alpha trying to desperately protect Inari like younger omega is last hope left for survival of humanity.

A 16 years old boy named Leon, always wanted to become best at everything, but he loses miserably. After losing his family he loses all his hope. Suicide's edge: a classmate, a star, pulled him back. Debt? No. Another attempt. Then... darkness. He wakes. Swords. Magic. And her?" Stranded in a perilous world, With no cheat codes or divine guidance, they must navigate this treacherous world, forge alliances with wary strangers, and evade the pursuits of those who desire Sarah's beauty and covet their existence. After carving his existence on the razor's edge of perfection, pushing his boundaries until they shattered. a shadow sculpted from the very essence of ambition, found himself adrift in a strange new dawn. His past was a tapestry of broken limits, a testament to his relentless pursuit of a flawed perfection. Here, though? Here, a whisper of recognition stirred. A sense of homecoming, as if the very air hummed with a symphony of his own monstrous heart. This was not a world to survive, but a world to claim. "Crucible-born. This world pulses. He'll ascend, not survive." One last thing before you go~Can I ask you a favor? I need your help! If you like this book, could you please share your experience and write an honest review.It will be just one minute for you (I will be happy even with one sentence!), but a GREAT help for me and definitely good Karma I read every single review and jump around with joy like a little kid every time my readers comment on my books and give me their honest feedback!

He left to protect them. He returns to save them. But the beast he buried is no longer willing to stay hidden. After five long years of self-imposed exile, Caleb Thorn—once the fierce and respected Alpha of the Blackridge Pack—returns to his hometown under the shadow of a blood moon and a haunting prophecy. The town he abandoned is no longer the one he knew. Something darker stalks the forests now. Something ancient. Something hungry. But Caleb isn’t the same either. Haunted by the mistakes of his past and tormented by the monster he carries within, Caleb is torn between reclaiming his place as Alpha or walking away forever. As supernatural threats rise and loyalties crumble, he must confront his deepest fear: that the only way to protect those he loves may be to lose himself completely to the beast. With the fate of the pack hanging in the balance and a mysterious hunter tracking his every move, Caleb’s return isn’t just a homecoming—it’s a reckoning. In a world where moonlight awakens monsters and power comes at a deadly price, can a fallen Alpha rise again… or will the wolf within consume him for good?

At fifteen, Tanisha Agnihotri was known to the world as an orphan—a cold, brilliant enigma lurking in the shadows. But unknown to all, she was far more than she appeared. A billionaire tycoon, a legendary racer, the world’s top hacker, the hidden leader of a feared crime syndicate, and a covert government operative—she had built an empire from nothing. But fate had one more revelation in store. The Agnihotris—the second richest family in the world—were her real family. Stolen at birth and erased from history, Tanisha was never meant to survive. Yet here she was, stepping into the world that should have been hers. Welcomed with open arms by her doting parents and five overprotective brothers, she should have had the perfect homecoming. But the world of the elite is a battlefield. Her cousin Sinnea, threatened by her return, launches secret schemes to disgrace her. Rivals and jealous elites seek to sabotage her status. And lurking in the shadows is a mysterious mastermind, one who has been watching her for years, waiting for the right moment to strike. In the midst of it all, Adrian Blackwood—the richest, most feared man in the world—enters her life. When Tanisha saves his life, he falls for her at first sight. But Adrian is no ordinary man. With secrets as deep as her own, he is the only one who can match her power. As the mystery of her kidnapping unravels and enemies close in from all sides, Tanisha must protect her family, her love, and the empire she built—without revealing the countless secrets that could destroy everything. Will she emerge victorious? Or will the past she never knew consume the future she’s fighting for? One thing is certain—the lost heiress has returned, and the world will never be the same.

At 28, Clara Hayes has mastered the art of wearing masks. To her colleagues, she’s the perpetually cheerful graphic designer who never misses a deadline. To her overbearing mother, she’s the dutiful daughter hiding her anxiety behind polished smiles. To the world, she’s a woman who “has it all together”—except she’s crumbling inside. Clara’s life unravels during a corporate presentation where a panic attack strips her façade raw. Humiliated and exhausted, she flees to a quiet coastal town, renting a cottage owned by an eccentric, free-spirited potter named Marisol. There, Clara stumbles upon a dusty journal in the attic, its pages filled with haunting sketches and anonymous confessions from a woman who once lived there decades earlier. The entries mirror Clara’s own suffocating duality: “I paint myself in colors the world approves of, but my soul is a grayscale.” As Clara tentatively befriends Marisol and a reclusive widower, Eli, who runs the town’s crumbling bookstore, she begins confronting the lies she’s told herself for years. Through their unconventional guidance—and the journal’s cryptic wisdom—she starts shedding her masks one by one. But vulnerability comes at a cost: her corporate career teeters, her mother’s disapproval intensifies, and a buried trauma from her teenage years resurfaces, threatening to drown her newfound courage. When Clara’s raw, unfiltered artwork—created in secret—goes viral, she faces a choice: return to the safety of her old illusions or step into the terrifying freedom of living unapologetically. But the journal hides a final secret, linking Clara’s journey to the cottage’s mysterious past, forcing her to question whether true authenticity is a rebellion… or a homecoming.

valstrax in httyd, yes

A Haunting Melody follows Eleanor as she returns to Ashbourne, a village trapped in time and haunted by shadows. Her homecoming stirs old memories and awakens The Echo—a sinister entity that thrives on sacrifices and erases the very existence of its victims. Eleanor’s mother once protected her from this fate by offering herself, but The Echo’s curse was never truly broken. As Eleanor uncovers the truth about her family’s legacy and the village’s dark pact, she faces the horrifying realization that she is the last link in a cycle of sacrifice and memory. To save herself and the village, she must confront The Echo, accept her destiny as the new Keeper, and carry the burden of the erased souls. But breaking the curse might mean losing herself to the shadows forever.

reincarnate in the world of how to train your dragon with a summon system to conquer all the world i don't own httyd,sparta, assassin or anything just the story

Kyomi's journey begins with a shocking departure from Los Angeles, driven by a longing to reconnect with her family in Nigeria. The land of her ancestors calls to her, promising a chance to rediscover her roots and heal old wounds. However, her homecoming is met with unexpected challenges that threaten to upend her life. As she navigates this new reality, Kyomi faces a difficult decision: adapt to the changed circumstances and her father's lawyer Mawutin Major, whose annoying persistence tests her patience, or return to the familiarity of Los Angeles. The city that once pulsed with excitement now feels hollow, but the comfort and security it offers are tempting. Torn between two worlds, Kyomi must confront her own desires, values, and sense of identity. Will she find a way to reconcile her past and present, or will the tension between her two lives tear her apart? As she struggles to find her place, Kyomi discovers that the greatest challenge may not be the external obstacles, but the internal ones – and that the journey home is not just about reconnecting with her family, but also with herself.

Kaiden's happy homecoming to his hamlet is short-lived, as he is greeted with a horrifying sight: his house on fire, corpses all over the place, and the menacing appearance of wolf marks. Grief-stricken and desperate for answers, Kaiden moves to the nearby village and sets out to solve the riddle of his home's horrific destruction. As he continues to explore, he will come upon myths, secrets, and ancient powers that could completely alter his understanding of the world.

"Where is this place?" A man was suddenly back to his old world. It was supposed to be a homecoming, there should have been hamburgers and French fries paired with a glass of cola after coming back, but he was met with a terrible truth. A Ruined Earth. "The Earth is actually evolving. Dammmn, is that actually a zombie?!"

Take one crazy quirky girl and a whole bunch of funny dorky queens (and nerds), Mix with a drop of fashion and... Garnish with a jar full of trouble = DISASTER!!!!! All it takes to homecoming is a committee of weirdly crazy ambitious fashion queens(and nerd) a glorious matchmake made from heaven, a totally gorge jock and one mean witch. When the event planning committee made of sworn besties, cool Dawn, Silly Shayna, Dorky Clarissa, Nerdy June and creative quirky team leader, Summer gets the big break to organize homecoming for the very first time... and for pay... everything's all colors and rainbows. what could possibly go wrong? EVERYTHING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Summer diaries is a central upbeat Teen/YA fiction novel told from the funny hilarious perspective of high school dork, Summer Scotts and her tales of wild crazy adventures with her wild adventurous friends, Shayna, Charlize, June and dawn. together, they make up the EPC, an event planning committee. things are all colors and rainbows and star dust when they land the hit deal of organizing homecoming. however, with problems like June's crush madness on the roll, a witch in Gabbana and Gucci heels and a cutie in blonde and leather jackets, will homecoming be their best night of all, or would it all go down the drain?

everything was going great at rock view high school that is until a fight breaks out during a homecoming game and a very popular football player goes missing and what happens next will forever change the lives of three students as they work together to find out what really happen that day all while trying to keep them selves out of trouble seems simple right? well you'll just have to read to find out...

Hazel Queens has always wanted to be an idol. Her main dream is to become a member of CADENCE, the most popular musical band in New York which she loves insanely, but what can a poor girl possibly do?? She's the daughter of Maria, a maid who works tirelessly just to earn stipends to take care of her. Hazel didn't even go to school, she's an illiterate who follows Maria around despite being 19. Fate made Maria secure a new job at Torrance estate, the biggest estate in Manhattan, owned by the Torrance family. The family is devastatingly rich, they peak at top 2 of the richest families in the country. Mother and daughter were allowed to stay at the servants annex of the estate. A week after they started work, the son of the house was announced to be coming home for a college break... Kenzie Torrance, the celebrity playboy who's popular for his fuckèry and even gets awards for each heart he breaks. Girls are his best food, and heartbreak is like his favorite game...he's so addicted to adding to his scores. Kenzie might look charming, but a beastly devil lurks inside him. He's a predator, a motherfûçker who doesn't deny it. What happens when Hazel sets eyes on the playboy and her life never remained the same? She noticed him, but she's barely visible to him. He's more concerned about the dirt on his designer shoes than her. What happens when his homecoming became the beginning of Hazel's problems read and find out

The Umbrae Lunae existed before man, beautiful abominations birthed in the nightmares of mad gods. They wait for humanity to misstep, for the angels to look away. For the moment when they can cloak the world in moon shadows once again. But even horrors have children. Even nightmares must feed. One child, unlike the others, finds his way to a school for young abominations. Will he be a sheep cast before the wolves, or a terror that wears the skin of wool to entice the wolf close? The flesh of his body was his only coin, strips cut to pay debts that never ended. Everyone has scars, stories in a life led, lessons learned, and licks taken. Luminous bodies touched by darkness. There are a cursed few that are the opposite, black shadows consumed by scars, twisted minds devoured by diseased hungers, bodies tortured misshapen works of gouged flesh, silver lines of blade thin cuts, ragged tears of teeth and glass. For them, the scars are marks of homecoming, the mangled wasteland the only place they feel at peace. Hell is a place. It's made of concrete, steel and glass. It's the sounds of starving kids crying themselves to sleep, huddling into small balls as creepers come and take their due of innocence and tender meat. It's eating rotten food and carrying ticks in your hair. It’s having no one and nothing while surrounded by everything. It's the life of a street kid. What abomination was birthed in the corrupt womb of man’s cast-off shit? Pretty people don't know the power of ugly. They can't see the strength in a broken soul or the power in a calloused heart. Those secrets are for the discarded alone. Only the broken understand the grace of darkness. The blessed folds that hide scars and tears, the protection of its concealing umbra.

Our story starts with a genius, blant, but mad scientist (MYTH) who in the name of science did most craziest and dangerous experiments. and thanks to those crazy experiment he end up dragging himself in a crazy multiverse debacle. read how he survive in this ordeal.... spoiler alert:- this is going to be fanfiction , comedy novel with HP, DC, MARVEL, HTTYD, TRANSFORMERS and many more I hope u enjoy this novel...

"Who are they?" I asked Sarah as the bikers got closer. "Bad news," she whispers, she looked at Tyler and James, who was already walking towards us in a hurry. "Get in the car," she warns. I almost did, but when I saw the look of fright in her eye I didn't move. I felt hands around my naked waist, I knew it was Tyler. He pulls me tightly against his chest, I could feel the heat coming from his body. "Get in your car and drive off. Don't say a word" he whispers into my ear. "Why?" why did they want me to leave? "Just fucking do it Bella!" he says angrily pushing me forward, I bumped into another hard chest. But this time I could smell cheap beer and sweat. I look up and saw a tattooed face with a nose ring. Taking a step back slowly when he showed me his yellow teeth. "Well, aren't you a pretty thing!" He laughs out, the others agreeing with him. "What's a pretty thing like you doing here?" I didn't reply, I didn't like the way they were watching me. I felt Tyler's hard hands on my shoulder, his grip was hard enough to make me wince. He pulled me up against his chest as if trying to shield me away. I look around the now deserted desert, everyone seems to have disappeared. It was just James, Jada, Sarah, Nelson and Tyler. They were all standing next to us. "Boy! We've been looking for you" they yelled at Tyler. He didn't look affected by them, in fact, I think they knew each other. Why would Tyler be hanging out with guys like this? "I see you got your self a new pretty bird" one chuckles pointing at Tyler's arm that was around my waist. "What are you doing here Stone" he growls at the guy that just spoke. "It seems you've forgotten you owe us money" the guy name Stone growls at Tyler. Does he owe their money? Why? "We made a deal, you said on the 7th" Tyler say, today was the 5th. "Well, you see our boss change his mind" Stone laughs casually. "I don't have that kind of money on me Stone" Tyler was breathing hard now. I knew something bad was about to happen, I just wasn't sure what. "Then we have a problem boy," Stone pulls out a gun and point it directly at me. I freeze tears forming in my eyes, I stare at the gun, not moving. I held Tyler's hands tighter, trying my best not to move. "She's got nothing to do with this" Tyler steps forward blocking me from the gun. I felt him reaching behind his back slowly. "Your gonna have to pay Son and that one looks like she's worth 50 grand" He owns them 50 thousand dollars! I wanted to yell. How did that happen? Doesn't he know people like this can kill you for that? "Come back on the 7th and you will have your money" James steps forward. Oh god, this boys looked like they did this daily. What the hell was I doing here, I should be with my friends getting wasted not stuck in the middle of what looked like a gang War. "Just give us the girl and will be on our merry way" "Not gonna happened," before I could blink Tyler pulled out a gun from his back making my eye wide. HE HAD A FUCKING GUN!! Oh my god, this is not going to be good. Does he carry that with him all the time? If he does how comes I've never felt it. "Be a smart boy, there are three of you and six of us. If you give us the girl will let you keep the other two" Stone says referring to Sarah and Jada. "We just want one!" another biker yells making me jump. "None of them are going with you" Tyler stood his ground, pointing his gun directly at Stone. "Fine," Stone spat on the floor and the other men behind him pulled out their guns some had long knives instead. "James gets Bella out of here," Tyler whispers deadly not taking his eyes off Stone. Bella Thomson, the queen bee. This was her senior year, she already planned everything-homecoming queen, Harvard. Tyler Carter isn't like every other typical 18 years old. Living in the wrong neighbourhood all his life and after losing his mother age of 15, never knowing who his dad was. He is known as the best fighter on the north side.