Gold Anecdote Dragon Raja

Tiga tahun yang lalu, dia mengamuk di Afrika, tidak terbantahkan sebagai Raja dari Raja Tentara. Tiga tahun kemudian, dia kembali ke kota, tanpa mobil, tanpa rumah, dan selalu dalam masalah. Memohon pekerjaan sebagai penjaga keamanan di sebuah perusahaan, beralih dari medan perang ke kehidupan kantor, dia rendah hati, cerdas, dengan kedalaman. Bahkan penjaga keamanan bisa memiliki momen mereka di musim semi. Setiap kali ada yang bertanya kepadanya, mengapa kamu selalu yang sial? Basil Jaak akan menjawab dengan malu-malu, itu hanya karena aku terlalu jelas tampan! ...

``` (Konten dewasa R-18+ Berisi adegan kekerasan, tanpa drama wanita kedua atau pemerkosaan.) Cinta saya tidak mengenal akhir, tidak ada benar atau salah. Karena saat saya mencinta, saya ingin kamu menjadi milik saya seutuhnya seperti saya milik kamu - Angelina Bhardawaj ~~~~~~ "Saya sudah bilang saya ingin merusakmu," dia menopang dagunya sambil menekannya ke dinding. "Dan kamu sudah cukup melakukannya. Sekarang saya pergi," dia membalas dengan tajam. "Kamu tidak mengerti kata-kataku, Putri," dia menyeringai dengan dingin. "Saat saya bilang saya ingin merusakmu, saya ingin mengikatmu di ranjangku dan mengisimu sampai wangi kamu menyatu dengan diriku dan setiap orang sialan di dunia ini tahu siapa kamu... Bahwa kamu benar-benar milikku!" Dia mendorongnya ke dinding, menciumnya dengan penuh gairah. ~~~~~~ Elliana Heart, putri tidak sah dari Raja Kota Heart Moon dengan keturunan pemburu hanya menginginkan satu hal dalam hidupnya; untuk mengetahui dan bertemu dengan ibu kandungnya. Tidak berdosa dan cantik, Elliana sering menjadi korban rencana ibu tirinya dan saudara tirinya. Sebastian Marino, Pangeran Vampir bertopeng yang terkenal, tidak mendapatkan apa-apa selain kebencian dari semua orang di sekelilingnya. Setiap orang takut kepadanya karena dia memiliki kekuatan yang tidak bisa diremehkan. Setelah menghuni penjara selama satu tahun menggantikan saudara tirinya, Elliana terkejut saat dibebaskan. Namun, kebahagiaannya berubah singkat saat dia mengetahui bahwa dia harus menikah dengan Pangeran vampir tersebut menggantikan saudara tirinya. Elliana tidak tahu apa-apa tentang vampir, dan Sebastian membenci segala sesuatu yang berkaitan dengan manusia-manusia jahat itu. Apa yang akan dia lakukan saat dia menikah dengan monster yang dinamakan dari dunia gelap yang mengambil dan berburu tanpa belas kasihan? "Kamu tidak penasaran bagaimana wajah saya?" Dia memegang dagunya dengan sakit. "Tunjukkan wajahmu kepadaku saat kamu percaya padaku," dia tersenyum lembut. 'Hal itu tidak akan pernah terjadi,' pikir Sebastian. Baginya, dia tidak lebih dari sebuah alat untuk membalas dendam pada manusia. Baginya, dia lebih dari apa pun yang pernah dilihatnya, bahkan lebih dari kebenaran eksistensinya sendiri. Ada kekuatan yang bahkan lebih besar dan lebih kuat dari segalanya dan kekuatan itu disebut takdir. Akan kah mereka mampu melawan takdir mereka untuk tetap bersama atau menyerah padanya dan kehilangan segalanya? Kisah penyihir paling mematikan yang menyamar sebagai manusia dan pangeran prodigy paling berbahaya yang bertahan hidup pada darah vampir. Penyangkalan- Buku ini dibangun di sekeliling dunia sihir dan fantasi murni. Romansa ini akan membuatmu merasakan kupu-kupu di perutmu sementara beberapa adegan mungkin membuatmu mempertanyakan kewarasan tentang cinta. 50 bab pertama akan membangun dunia di sekitar buku. Saya berjanji, jika kamu tinggal, kamu akan menyukai bukunya, sampai ini bukan genre yang kamu sukai. ~~~~~~ Ikuti saya di media sosial saya. Facebook - Penulis Angelina Bhardawaj Instagram - @angelinabhardawaj ```

"Di atas tempat tidur." Perintah tuan baruku, Alpha dari Drogomor. Saya berjalan menuju tempat tidur, telanjang, malu, dan penuh dengan air mata. Saya akan kehilangan keperawanan saya, tetapi itu tidak berarti apa-apa bagi pria yang akan mengambilnya. *** Saya adalah Rosalie, berusia 20 tahun, dijual kepada alpha paling menakutkan oleh ayah saya sendiri. "Kamu tidak ada apa-apanya bagiku selain sebagai pembawa anak." katanya kepadaku dengan kejam. Saya sudah lama tahu bahwa cinta saya kepadanya adalah sia-sia dan bodoh. Namun, saya naif berpikir itu adalah akhir dari cerita. Setelah bayi lahir, saya akan dibunuh. *** Orang-orang mengira saya sudah mati, tetapi saya selamat. "Ini kamu!" Dia memegang tangan saya, dan matanya dipenuhi dengan emosi yang tidak bisa saya mengerti. "Kembali kepadaku, Rosalie." "Maaf." Saya menatapnya dengan tenang, "tapi saya pikir Anda salah orang."

Einstein made the whole world marvel when he was able to prove that there existed a relationship between matter and energy, he made the discovery of the law of relativity and stated that energy in mathematical relationship was equal to the product of mass multiplied by the speed of light squared ( E= MC^2). Thus, with quantum physics the possibilities indeed existed where energy could be converted to matter and matter reconverted back to energy, this make it possible for the existence of teleportation machines that can convert matter to energy and send or transmit this energy through portals or gateways into other dimensions then reconvert this energy transmitted back to the original form of matter initially transmitted. If this can be achieved in science and technology today, then the issue or complexities of space and time travel could be unraveled. This scientific leap could bridge the gap between space and time travel across galaxies in the universe with reference to the time frame being shrink to non-existence. A possibility... Mr. Tolen had lost his job for sometime as a family man with a wife and four kids; Charley, Pete, Jenny and Mary from the city of Zinatano. Mary was just a toddler when Mr. Tolen had just discovered about the mysteries in land of gold. This happened at a meeting at a beer tavern he had scheduled to meet a close friend Mr. Pantane regarding a new job at the new gas factory. A family discussion led to the three elder kids hearing more about the land of gold; even though Charley had a friend in school who once told him about this mysterious place. It became pertinent for three elder kids of the Tolen’s family to plan out a strategy to discover this land on their own. Several times this plan could not be successfully accomplished until later years in their early teens. They eventually discovered the land of gold but on entering into the land they became trapped and solving the puzzle to find a way out was the order of the day. They had lost Charley to the cold hands of death not to long after discovering the land. Pete and Jenny were left to face the almost on ending challenges that confronted them in the land. They had come to realize that all statues found in the land came to life when touched; some were deadly enemies while others were friends who would offer their help at the request of the Pete and Jenny. Every attempt to escape outside the land led them deeper into the land; this made it almost an impossible task finding an escape route. While the three Tolen’s had gone missing for some time, Mr. Tolen had engaged the service of the city police of Zinatono where he had worked as a police officer on a search for his missing three kids. This herculean task eventually took him into the neighboring city of Kalkulta, it was on one of this trips while returning his vehicle had a ghastly accident and led to his death. Their search led them to discovering that the intricacies about the land and secretes that would serve as clues for their escape. The discovery of short cut paths using teleportation machines and colored arrows that led to several chambers, stock with gold and deadly statues which came alive when touched and attacked its victims eventually killing them.

The once-proud Empire of Regganor - a conquering nation that had once towered over human and non-human realms alike - has fallen into a quickly crumbling Kingdom after the loss of a decisive war. Now, with less than a third of their forces remaining and another war brimming on the horizon, lifelong friends and Knights of a secret order, Alwyn and Orwick, have been selected to accompany and defend two mysterious outsiders on a quest that will determine the fate of their homeland. The only problem is, neither of them know how.

This red dragon came from the vast wilderness, coveting all the powers of the world. He has held countless titles: Mountain Fury, Purgatorial Calamity, Red Emperor, Ember Dragon… The world trembles under the shadow of the great dragon. He ignited the surge of the magical industrial revolution. In the empire he established, wyverns roar, cannon fire resounds, steel behemoths appear in the sky and on the earth, and disasters from other worlds run rampant. “Submit, or die.” Cassius spread his sky-shading wings, looking down upon the trembling humans, elves, and dwarves beneath him, and spoke thus. ……… A story of a red dragon with a built-in player template conquering, ruling, and transforming another world. (Pseudo D&D, Fourth Catastrophe, Red Dragon)

Putri Leah menulis surat bunuh diri sebelum pernikahannya. Itu karena dia yakin dia akan mati setelah malam pernikahan; akhir yang menyedihkan dari seorang putri yang mengabdikan hidupnya untuk negara dan keluarga kerajaan. Namun sebelum menyerahkan nyawanya, Leah merencanakan balas dendam terakhirnya kepada keluarga tersebut, yang pasti akan membuat mereka hancur bahkan setelah dia menjadi mayat yang dingin. Dia akan mempermalukan mereka dengan menjadi pengantin yang tidak perawan. “Mengapa kamu membuang pengalaman pertamamu? Bukankah kamu hanya ingin melarikan diri?” “Aku… aku ingin mati.” Leah secara impulsif menceritakan rahasianya kepada pria yang tidur dengannya selama satu malam.

Four hundred years ago, the inhabitants of Thas Summoned warriors from other worlds to take down a Demon King. Thasnians and Terrans fought side by side, eventually sealing him. In the current day, Tas prepares for the centennial visit of Bolat. But the time is coming for the seal to expire. Summoning is now illegal. Tas must raise its own warriors to fight. But first the governments of the world must admit there is any danger at all.

New trope (please try it, rewritten on 24.01.2024): Micheal von Shelb, a lazy genius with a penchant for offbeat inventions, wakes up to a brutal truth: he’s a side character in a multiverse of twisted romantic dramas where his family, future children, and even his legacy are casually erased by power-hungry authors. With Magda, his intelligent and no-nonsense wife (who’s also a supporting character in a “switched at birth” melodrama), Micheal vows to save their lives, protect their future, and rebuild the Empire through innovation and sheer audacity. Whether he's dodging political plots, perfecting horseless carriages, or making alliances with beastmen, Micheal has one goal: to carve a space where he and Magda can thrive, far from the claws of a cruel narrative. But the fate has other plans. As ancient rivalries between archmages, devils, and mythical creatures like mermaids resurface, Micheal’s quiet dream spirals into chaos. With wit sharper than a rapier and an unstoppable resolve, Micheal proves that even a side character can rewrite the script. Between inventing futuristic solutions and saving the day, Micheal’s true mission is impressing Magda, who may or may not be secretly stalking him from the foyer. Meanwhile, Micheal himself adjusts his routine to catch glimpses of Magda while pretending not to care. An average day in their life: 1:00 PM: Magda: “I must be punctual to observe my husband training in the garden—from my foyer, of course.” 1:15 PM: Micheal: “Must finish the training early to sneak a peek at my wife reading in her study—from the dining hall window. Definitely not creepy.” With its blend of humor, heartfelt romance, and action-packed multiverse chaos, Breaking the Multiverse is a read for those who enjoy clever protagonists, daring inventions, and a relationship that's equal parts banter and devotion—NO HAREM, just one unforgettable wife. The first volume is for the general audience, the second volume is for people who prefer to sip wine as they read. You can start reading from the second volume of you find the first volume too boring. ----- There are three couples: ML (genius, stalker) x FL (prodigy, stalker) 2ML (soldier) x 2FL (knight) 3ML (soldier) x 3FL (a court lady)

He betrayed me by sleeping with his secretary. “Fine.“ I don’t care anymore—all I want is his property. But fate had other plans. Instead of his wealth, I got his “lieutenant uncle” as compensation. --- “Me,”Ethan said. Just a single word—two letters—but it carried a weight I couldn’t quite grasp. “I’m not following. “You?” I asked, narrowing my eyes. “The compensation—the one you have no choice but to accept,” he clarified. My eyes widened in shock before a chuckle escaped my lips. “I must have heard wrong.” “Let me be your compensation. Trust me, honey… I’m worth a lot,” he added smoothly. I blinked several times, trying to determine if this was some kind of twisted dream. But the pale, dumbfounded looks on Ashton’s and Kira’s faces confirmed my worst suspicion. “I wasn’t dreaming.” This was “real.” “Let’s get married,” Ethan Brooks declared, as if those words meant “nothing.” He was “dead serious.” Did he even realize I had just “divorced his nephew?”

In the world where divinity reigns, a delicate balance exists between three kingdoms. However, this balance is disrupted when the Dragon Kingdom's power is threatened by the rising strength of the other two kingdoms. Amidst this turmoil, a prophecy foretells an impending calamity. The Dragon Lord embarks on a quest to find a solution, but his absence coincides with the birth of his child - a child destined to shatter the balance. The other kingdoms, seeking to maintain their power, will stop at nothing to prevent the child from growing up.

Raja kegelapan mulai menyerang seluruh wilayah bekas kekuasaan Raja Elf. Awan hitam dengn hujannya yang beracun tersebar diseluruh wilayah membuat hasil pangan penduduk tercemari dan tidak sedikit pula yang mati. Pasukan kegelapan memporak-porandakan dan meratakan semuanya menjadi tanah hingga semua penduduk dipaksa oleh keadaan untuk menjadi berani untuk melawan. Wedden Arragegs, seorang pria dari desa yang disebut sebagai keturunan sang raja Elf mendapatkan tugas berat yaitu mengalahkan Raja Kegelapan dengan kekuatannya yang dia bahkan belum pernah mengetahuinya. Buku Sihir, itulah senjatanya namun keberadaannyapun belum diketahui dimana. Mampukah Wedden mengalahkan Raja Kegelapan? Berapa banyak pasukan yang dibutuhkan olehnya untuk mengembalikan keadaan dunia? -- Terimakasih sudah mampiir, ini adalah karya ketigaku di Webnovel *,* Berikan dukungannya yaa ... Luv ya~

"The heavenly dog ​​rises from the earth and falls into the sunset. The sky is as red as blood, and the lucky star retreats into nothingness. In the vastness, a man stumbles forward, paving the way with difficulty, and blood is spilled with every step. Only a stalk of chrysanthemum withers behind him." This is a prophecy that no one can interpret, but some people say that this is my fate. Others say that the ritual officials are involved in yin and yang, are good at tombs, and cover up the secrets of heaven. The nobles of ancient times were all buried in their hands to protect future generations. In the end, they did not die well, and I could not escape it. But I don't accept it...

[My WSA 2024 Entry novel! Please vote] In a world where mythical beings have fallen into an "eternal slumber," a thriving underground market exploits the stolen essence of these dormant creatures. At its epicenter are dragons—majestic beings desired for their scales, organs, and prized eggs. The most coveted treasure of all is a dragon's name, a key that holds the power to control its very existence. Dragon Lord, guardian of a clutch of dormant eggs, lives in isolation atop a hill, surrounded by a forest that veils his castle. He bears the scars of past betrayals, having been deceived by those who feigned love to steal his treasures or claim his head as a bounty. Jaded and cold, he trusts no one, living a solitary existence. However, his solitude is shattered when a woman unwittingly stumbles into his life. Yara finds herself in Dragon Lord's treasured den amidst a battle between the dragon and thieves. In a twist of fate, she mistakenly bonds with the dormant eggs, breathing life into them. Reluctantly, Dragon Lord allows Yara into his world, and their journey unfolds amid the looming threat of underground organizations seeking to exploit the dragons for profit. As the eggs come to life, so does an unexpected connection between Dragon Lord and Yara. Despite his cold and jaded exterior, he finds himself unable to ignore her presence. Yara, too, cannot deny the pull she feels towards him, and emotions begin to burn beneath the surface. Together, they must navigate the challenges of waiting for the eggs to hatch, fend off those who seek to exploit the dragon and its offspring, and confront the secrets that Yara harbors—a revelation that could destroy everything. In this tale of flames and gold, two scarred souls in a world where trust is a rare and precious commodity must confront the ghosts of their pasts. They navigate the dangerous currents of love and deception, protecting unborn dragons from a world hungry for their magic. Will their bond withstand the trials ahead, or will the flames of betrayal engulf them in the end? A/N: It starts out SLOW, because I tend to get lost in the pages and be descriptive but once it gets to the action, it really picks up! Looking forward to growing with you all on this journey!!!

DISCLAMER !! IT IS MALE ORIENTED BUT WEBNOVEL HASN'T THE OPTION PLOT : "My pain is loving you even though I could never have you," once I have said. and to let you go and to love you are equal, I try to move forward, yet there you are, shouting out, "Find me!" This is the journey of youths entangled in their own ways, where life, once was easy, has become now a puzzle. Two of them are drowned into each other , as if the world spins solely around them, they are in everyone's story .

Somewhere, in the vast steppe of flowing high grasses, a long white dragon lays on the soft soil after a rain. What is it doing there? Aren't dragons supposed to be powerful and mighty creatures? You'd think that dragons would be busy flying majestically as if they own the land they fly on, but this special missy here cannot even walk on all fours. The reason why is that she's not used to being a dragon. Once human she was, and now is met with a perplexing fate that was given to her after she reincarnated. She has yet to meet a dragon, let alone act like one, so how would you expect her to be one? Tsung Yue, is her name, and the fact that she used to be a simple person is all she remembers. Laying there, she had no choice but to ponder about her new life, what to do with it, how she even ended up like this. No other person is seen here, not even a trace of human origin remains. So how did she use to be human? Why isn't anyone here? You've probably guessed by now, but whether you're right or wrong will soon be revealed in the future. Patience is a virtue, and that applies to our little miss dragon here too.

**Posted 2/14/25-To anyone reading this Dragon Child will return, have had health issues this last year that prevented me from writing like I wanted to. I'm now good to go and will be posting new chapters soon. Thank you for your patience. **Currently revising and expanding published chapters to prepare the story to continue in the way I want. Please check in for updates and feel free to read the updated and expanded early chapters. Thank you! Tate was a world-class Dragon Rider. The youngest person to ever hatch an egg. His entire life was tied to his beloved dragon and his achievements in battle. However, when the young genius loses his dragon his life changes drastically. Reduced to teaching young Dragon Riders, his opportunities for advancement are halted and his life feels meaningless without his best friend. After all, a Dragon Rider without a Dragon is nothing. However, everything begins to change when he becomes temporarily responsible for training a young girl and her newly hatched dragon. No one, least of all Tate could have ever expected how this mission would set his life on a new course towards greatness. Even though he cannot see it at the time, this new assignment would be the starting point for many changes in his life. He would soon reach a breaking point and with one fateful decision, he may find a new world opening up to him that he never dreamed of. The true world of dragons.

She is innocent, beautiful, and sexy. He is a gentleman, kind, and caring. He is everything every woman wants in man, but they'll have to get past the devil all around him. Sapphire lost her childhood memories in an accident on a Christmas eve years ago. She knows there's more to herself than working overtime and underpaid to care for her mother. True to her thoughts, she gets involved with an angel in disguise. She quickly learns that Dimitri is understanding and yet possessive. He is a perfect gentleman, kind, and loving just as he is ruthless, unforgiving, and brutally vindictive. An erotic night, a business deal, and a gunshot later; Sapphire is head over heels for him. And Dimitri is no better. But the Mafia world is a cruel place for love, and like he always says; ‘love is a weakness’ Will they have some sort of a happy ending despite the arid climate of crime and danger? Or will the lust for power cloud all judgement?

Bianca, a charismatic and cunning gold digger who lost her parents anf only left with her little bother who shes responsible to take care of, navigates the complex world of high society with one goal in mind: to do what ever it takes to provide for her little brother by any means necessary. During her exploits, she meets Anathi, a wealthy and enigmatic individual who becomes her next target. However, as Bianca delves deeper into Anathi's life with the intention of stealing from them, she unexpectedly discovers an unanticipated connection that blossoms into romance. As Bianca grapples with her past actions and newfound feelings for Anathi, she must confront the moral implications of her lifestyle and decide whether love can redeem her or if it will forever define her as a gold digger

Reverend loves the mobile game Glory, Gold, and Conquest. But as he processes getting kicked out of his apartment, he is sent to another world and he can grow his apartment. How will he survive?

Raka Pradipta, seorang pemuda SMA yang hidup sebatang kara dan selalu diremehkan, menjalani hari-harinya dalam kesulitan dan penderitaan. Dibully, diintimidasi, dan hidup dalam kemiskinan, ia merasa tak punya harapan sampai suatu malam ketika sebuah kecelakaan mengubah segalanya. Dalam kegelapan saat nyawanya hampir terenggut, sistem misterius aktif di dalam dirinya, memberinya kekuatan luar biasa dan misi untuk membalas dendam terhadap para penindasnya. Dengan kekuatan baru yang mengalir di setiap serat tubuhnya, Raka mulai menorehkan jejak perubahannya. Ia tidak hanya menghadapi musuh di sekolah—seperti Bram Santoso, yang menjadi simbol penindasan—tetapi juga menyelidiki organisasi bayangan yang tersembunyi di balik tirai kekuasaan. Dalam penyelidikan di gedung tua yang angker, Raka mengumpulkan bukti-bukti rahasia yang menyingkap konspirasi gelap yang telah lama membayangi kota. Cerita ini mengisahkan perjalanan transformasi seorang pemuda yang dulu dianggap lemah, kini bangkit dengan tekad dan kekuatan untuk mengubah nasibnya. Di setiap langkah, sistem yang menemaninya memberi misi dan informasi yang semakin menguatkan semangatnya untuk mencari keadilan dan mengungkap rahasia di balik dunia yang penuh intrik. Ini adalah kisah tentang keberanian, balas dendam, dan pencarian kebenaran—sebuah perjalanan dari keterpurukan menuju kejayaan.

Bangun-bangun jadi Raja Iblis?! Lucian, seorang gamer hardcore, tiba-tiba bereinkarnasi menjadi Demon Lord di dunia Eldoria setelah menamatkan game favoritnya. Masalahnya? Dia sama sekali tidak tahu cara menjadi Raja Iblis! Namun, para bawahan iblisnya percaya sepenuhnya bahwa dia adalah penguasa yang kuat dan bijaksana. Kalau dia ketahuan pura-pura, dia bisa terbunuh! Sekarang, dengan wajah dingin dan sikap berwibawa, Lucian harus berpura-pura menjadi Demon Lord sejati… meskipun dalam pikirannya dia terus panik dan mempertanyakan hidupnya! Bisakah dia bertahan di dunia ini tanpa ketahuan sebagai seorang impostor?

Craig Warren, a down-on-his-luck college student, sees his taekwondo dojo close down. He receives a parting gift from his sensei that changes his life. Now gifted with supernatural abilities, he begins his journey of self-growth and personal discovery, going to college while protecting Oscuro as the vigilante, Ace Dragon!

Arya adalah seorang pria sukses di masa depan, seorang pengusaha kaya yang telah menaklukkan dunia bisnis dan teknologi. Namun, di balik kejayaannya, ada luka yang tak terobati—kehilangan keluarganya. Hidupnya terasa hampa meskipun ia memiliki segalanya. Sebagai bentuk penebusan, ia memutuskan untuk membantu korban bencana alam yang sering melanda dunia saat itu. Namun, sebuah kecelakaan pesawat di tengah angin topan mengubah segalanya. Saat terbangun, ia mendapati dirinya kembali ke tahun 1980, terjebak dalam tubuh mudanya yang berusia 18 tahun. Kini, dengan ingatan dan pengetahuan dari masa depan, Arya memiliki kesempatan kedua untuk mengubah takdirnya. Di tengah kemiskinan dan keterbatasan, ia mulai merintis bisnisnya dari nol, menggunakan wawasan ekonomi dan teknologi yang belum dikenal di zamannya. Dari berdagang kecil-kecilan hingga membangun jaringan bisnis yang kuat, Arya bertekad mengubah nasib keluarganya dan merekrut pelopor teknologi sebelum mereka dikenal dunia. Namun, bisakah ia menghadapi tantangan zaman, persaingan sengit, dan dilema emosional saat bertemu kembali dengan keluarganya yang telah lama tiada? Sebuah kisah perjuangan, kecerdikan, dan kesempatan kedua yang akan menginspirasi setiap pembaca.

Imprisoned for eternity, Wei Jian's crimes would not allow him an ounce of freedom. All of a sudden, a mysterious old man connected with Wei Jian's story, and Wei Jian was reincarnated again into the mortal world. Wei Jian must tide through the sudden change in events and cultivate back to his previous peerless status, whilst enjoying his youth again.