Warframe Harrow Prime

The poleman is simply a title. Harrowing adventures await. Ends of stories are inevitable. Knitting together trilogies. In the end, he is without. Nothing is absolute. Guarantee is a lie.

[Warning : Mature content R-18] *Premium quality lemons *Excellent waifu with genuine and diverse characters. *Milfs in equal abundance. *Harem members all equally important to the story! ***************************** In a world ravaged by the XY Plague, a relentless genetic virus targeting the Y chromosome and crippling male fertility, Zafron, an 18-year-old orphan, faces a grim fate. Sold by his manipulative stepmother to a powerful noblewoman known for her wealth and influence, Zafron's life takes a sudden and dangerous turn. Lady Matilda, determined to secure a future for her noble house amidst the dwindling male population, discovers an astonishing truth about Zafron through rigorous genetic testing that changes everything. Disposed and discarded to his own means, Zaphron falls into a fatal encounter. Now at the point of death, pitied by a diety, Zafron is granted a system but not just any system. Zaphron is gifted the Eros vitality system! Now with his system, he emerges as the most genetically potent male known to exist in his world. But of course, this comes with a price.— Zafron now becomes a target not only for ambitious and desperate noble mistresses but also for men desperate to restore their own fertility, he must navigate a perilous path where trust is scarce and danger lurks at every turn. ------------------- [Lady Seraphina, prime minister of Talkyo wants your seed] [Princess Cordelia von Aldenberg would like a night with you] [The prime minister of Winchester, her excellency is offering her daughter to you] ..... "I never asked for this burden, but I will carry it. My potency is not just a gift—it's a responsibility to safeguard the future of our kind. So to all the women that I love, believe me when I say that my precious seed will be yours if you give me one thing..." ********************** [Caution: Made by a degenerate] No ntr No Yuri Mc will steal women from other men. Disclaimer : Cover isn’t mine Discord : https://discord.gg/5V9ehgcYKC

After the brutal loss of his beloved grandfather, Liam Hunter embarks on a harrowing journey into the heart of the Dark Forest, known as the Forest of Kyrell, with a singular goal: to gain the strength necessary to honor his grandfather's memory and to never lose anyone dear to him again. At just ten years old, Liam is thrust into a world of darkness and malevolence, where he endures four grueling years of training and transformation. In this shadowy realm, he is reborn as a fierce warrior, driven by a relentless desire to eradicate every demon and ultimately confront the Demon King, Emrys himself. To achieve his formidable goal, Liam must forsake any emotional connections that could weaken his resolve. The once vibrant and joyful boy is transformed by his trials into a cold and unfeeling combatant, hardened by the harsh realities of his quest. This is the story of Liam Hunter—the last wielder of dark magic—whose journey through darkness and sacrifice will shape him into a force of vengeance and resolve.

Seventeen-year-old Nico finds himself pulled into a brutal, otherworldly trial where survival is the only path to power. Stranded in a realm of godlike entities and nightmarish creatures, Nico’s one link to reality is a divine “Aspect” of Eternal Darkness , granting him abilities he barely understands. Surrounded by others with Aspects yet haunted by betrayal and despair, he must confront each harrowing trial with no way home. In a world where loss is constant and allies uncertain, Nico’s greatest test will be defying the fate bound to his soul.

##Extreme Smut and Kink warning## As a child, I did not have any known relatives. Getting into college was a significant goal of mine. I came into this world at the exact moment that I started to see a thin line of hope. Before I could make sense of what was going on, the individuals who had summoned me were murdered. I was caught and sold as a slave for the war. It was nice that the "Oh! Great System" helped me get stronger and learn some new skills. Only after winning 50 times in a row in the Colosseum was the emperor granted me a gift. I believe freedom would have been the best gift. However, I got the second-best one. I became a slave bull. Slave traders, nobility, and even the emperor himself sent slaves to my chamber in order to procreate. Finally, after 30 years of doing nothing, I felt the rush of action. For three days straight, and... "System, why am I back? I thought I was getting to the best part of the story." {{This planet needs the help of the returnee, like the host. Please take care of it.}} "Fuck the planet. I HAVE to get my harem back." Schedule: Every other day. (3-4 Chapters/week)

After aging out of the foster system and barely surviving for months on the streets, Rain is just about convinced that life can't get any worse. That is, until he's Marked and thrown into the harrowing and otherworldly Trial, a death sentence for the unprepared. Against all odds, Rain survives and is deemed worthy by the Trial. Granted superhuman abilities as a new Champion, he soon finds a better life within his reach. However, Rain's abilities and newfound status don't come without a price, and his bear an especially steep cost...

Li Huowang found himself teetering on the edge of reality, ensnared in a perplexing quandary. Was he languishing in the sterile confines of a hospital room, or was he ensnared in a cultivation world where survival was a daily gamble? The lines between the tangible and the imagined blurred, with each realm asserting its authenticity while dismissing the other as mere figments of illusion. Embark on an odyssey with Li Huowang as he navigates through this enigmatic existence. Delve into a universe where the arcane arts of cultivators intertwine with the unspeakable terrors that lurk in the shadows. In this world, existence itself is a precarious balance. Original Synopsis: The Bizarre Path to the Heavens, 'Dao', a narrative woven with the surreal tapestry of Deities and Immortals. But what is truth, and what is mere fantasy? Amidst the maelstrom of his own harrowing ailment, Li Huowang grapples with discerning the real from the unreal. Yet, it is not just the enigma of these otherworldly beings that clouds his judgment; it is the specter of his own affliction, a malady that threatens to unravel the very fabric of his being. He is sick, very seriously ill......

The female lead tormented scum without rest, and the male lead showered her with endless affection. Returning to the turning point of fate, she was determined to strike the supreme with her fists and kick the trash underfoot. Those who had once wronged her, deceived her, and taken advantage of her, brace yourselves for trembling! Watch him and her: not wasting their prime years, hand in hand, they compose a grand wedding!

Once an ordinary girl from a middle-class family, Sophie life was torn apart by a deadly misunderstanding. Wrongly accused, she spent six harrowing months imprisoned, enduring brutal torture for crimes she never committed. But the prison walls couldn't break her spirit. When she finally emerged, it was to a nightmare-her entire family was gone, their lives stolen in her absence. Grief turned to fury, and innocence gave way to a thirst for vengeance. Determined to uncover the truth, Sophie dives into the underworld, piecing together the events that led to her imprisonment and her family's tragic end. What she finds is more sinister than she could have imagined: not a mere misunderstanding, but a calculated act of manipulation from the shadows. Betrayal by someone powerful, someone who saw her as a pawn. As Sophie claws her way up through the ranks of crime, she becomes a name that strikes fear across borders and sends even international law enforcement into hiding. She becomes the new queen of the underworld-a ruthless force, driven by pain and revenge, and intent on unmasking the one responsible. In her journey to the top, she must answer one question: how far will she go to avenge her family? And what part of herself will she lose in the process?

Animesh, a man reincarnated into a parallel world in India, finds himself selected as the puppet Prime Minister in 1996, right after the government of Atal Bihari Vajpayee and the BJP has collapsed. Waking up just days before taking the oath of office, Animesh discovers that he has been granted access to a powerful system designed to aid in the management of the government. With his parents serving as influential members of parliament, Animesh has the support and connections needed to sway the political landscape in his favor. Determined to restore India to its ancient glory, Animesh harnesses the capabilities of the system, aiming to lead the nation back to its rightful place. Will he be able to make India great again, embodying the spirit of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam—the idea that the world is one family? --- This is all fictional world and nothing to do with reality.

"Wulfric?. Who's your mate?" I hesitated a little, still hazy from the coronation vision, "Mel Howard. The new girl." ***" Secrets at Prime academy?. Werewolves?. Werewolf with distinct colors and fur hiding amongst humans. After humans took over Prime Valley dominantly leaving the wolves to retreat back. Mel Howard thought she was going to Prime academy for a fresh start. A very very very fresh start, so fresh she's hiding her red hair to attract less attention, maybe no attention at all. A fresh start to ignore her wolf and live a normal life she had thought. But as always, where ever Mel goes, trouble follows. She completely 'unintentionally' hits the young, popular, 'to be' Lycan king on her first day of school. Now she's enemies with him and his short best friend Andrea. Mel is eventually caught in a triangle with her ex boyfriend, they Lycan king and an heir. With that unstable love life, she finds out blood moon pack wants her dead for the crime her father committed. Just great. The young Lycan Alpha receives a vision on his coronation that his Luna was Mel. He found his mate and he's not ready to lose her to the other two. Mel is caught between accepting her wolf, becoming a Luna, saving her life and accepting her true self or keep believing she's normal.

Vanessa Monroe stays up late reading erotic novel and ends up traveling to another world by God. And is traveling to this erotic novel she's reading to be the female cannon fodder with the same name as her? And she opens her eyes to an intimate scene with a domineering CEO? Vanessa Monroe laughs, “Isn't the Domineering CEO just a vibrator that pays my salary? --This substitute lover I've decided to be!” Vanessa did not expect to wait to sit on millions of assets, travel abroad for a while, halfway to be kidnapped, sent to the bottom of the auction house. The Dark Emperor - Italian gangster with eyes downcast smiled gently and waved his hand. Vanessa Monroe cried: “Master, can I redeem myself?” Escape and fall into the sea island, fortunate to have a gentleman dark shadow prime minister as a companion. Vanessa Monroe fake smile: “I seem to have seen you in a dream?” A dreamy experience of traveling into fiction and a thrilling life with three powerful figures .

With war on the horizon, a spreading epidemic, and corruption festering in Kiltar, Tye faces a harrowing mission: to risk everything to save his country from ruin. But in a land where doing good attracts evil's gaze, how far is he willing to go—and at what cost?

Following a less than ideal life and a harrowing death, the protagonist finds himself in the presence of a God, offering him a customized reincarnation into a world of his choosing, with his memories intact He decides to reincarnate into a world of Magic and Monsters, intrigued by the notion of being able to use fantastical powers that did not exist in his previous world Having grown up in a stifling high society and unloving family environment in his previous life, he chooses to reincarnate into a more simple life, opting to be a Commoner instead of a Noble, despite the oppressive class system present in the world of his reincarnation Following a detailed customization of the powers he chooses to acquire, he reincarnates into a peaceful, loving family in this new world, with the name Larrk Stryker, in a small village well away from Noble society While Larrk's fascination with Magic and the other powers he possesses in this world, along with the desire to be able to protect himself against any threat that might arise, drives him to master these abilities, all he really wants is a nice, peaceful life, one that's free of any strife or tragedy But whether or not such a life can be achieved in this world, remains to be seen, as the countless unfamiliar elements of this strange new world only give rise to countless more possibilities, both good and bad...

Born from the bloodline of the Demon King of Ruin, Lucian has faced overwhelming odds just to survive. Scarred by torment, he battles not only the enemies around him but a second personality forged in his struggle for survival. But everything changes when he encounters Celeste Morven, drawing him into a world where danger, betrayal, and nightmarish abominations lurk in the shadows. In "Double Edged," Lucian’s journey unfolds—a dark legacy, a fractured soul, and the harrowing path that could save him… or consume him entirely. https://discord.gg/c6B8xQDSGP

[The System is assimilating Earth with the rest of the vast Universe.] [Congratulations! You are one of the 11 Chosen individuals out of 7.8 billion for the Alpha Program.] [As one of the 11 chosen members of the Alpha Program, you will be among the first from your planet to embark on the Trial Program.] [When the Trial Program concludes, Earth's assimilation with the Universe will commence. Your mission is to survive, overcome the dangers, and grow stronger. Best of luck to you.] ------------------------------------- Book Cover: Dall-E Generated Art, based on a scene in Volume 3. -------------------------------------- Hi there! I’m MN, the Author of the OMNOS REDUX Series, a story that spans 4 Mega Books (~750 Chs), with each having two or more Sub-Books (~250 Chs). The adventure begins with "EARTH’s ALPHA PRIME," the first step in a journey that has seen me grow as an author along the way. In my books, you’ll find interesting abilities, a well-designed system, consistent LitRPG elements, and well-thought-out fight sequences. If you enjoy stories that combine survival, world-building, LitRPG elements, OP MC and a fresh take on the System, then this series is for you. By joining me on PATRE0N, other than the weeks ahead of ADVANCED CHAPTERS, you have the exciting opportunity to customize various aspects of the series, including, MINOR/MAJOR Equipment, Skills, MINOR/MAJOR Monsters and RUDIMENTARY/MINOR/MAJOR Characters. You can make a ONE_TIME purchase for this in the shop section. Your support helps me bring these stories to life and share them with readers everywhere. Thank you for considering joining me. I’m excited to share the OMNOS REDUX Series with you! Any support is highly appreciated and will allow me to keep updating the story! - Note that the 'Charge Up Front' is enabled. Meaning, PATR0NS are charged upfront and then on the first of every following month. Alright then, Cheers! Happy Reading! ----------------------------------- Chapter Release Rate: 4 Chs/Week.  [Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat] @ 23:30 [GMT+8] Discord Server: https://discord.gg/EmqX6fh9cV ----------------------------------- my plan for  EARTH’s ALPHA PRIME (Book 1 of OMNOS REDUX Series[ORS]) {~ Estimated around 750 Chapters} - Total  Volumes: 6 Volume 1: Survival Arc (Completed) {Ch.1 to Ch.129} Volume 2: Tournament Arc (Completed) {Ch.130 to Ch.234} Volume 3: Obelisk Acquisition Arc {~ Estimated around 125 Chapters} Volume 4: Earth Assimilation Arc {~ Estimated around 125 Chapters} Volume 5: Universe Expedition Arc  {~ Estimated around 125 Chapters} Volume 6: Annihilator Arc  {~ Estimated around 125 Chapters} End of the [ORS] Book 1 --------------------------------------------------

When apocalyptic phenomenons called Events—fragments of ruined worlds filled with harrowing creatures and even deadlier terrains threaten to spread their vile influence to earth and its inhabitants. The valour of powerful Challengers and the great houses are the only things separating the corruption of Events from the citizens of Earth. Caspian receives glimpses of his future self. Now knowing the doom the world was heading towards, Caspian decides to grow as powerful as possible, becoming one of the most powerful Sword Saints in existence. But with his knowledge of the future comes unimaginably dark oppositions. Will Caspian conquer or will he succumb to the advent of Events?

Even in his past life, Cid’s dream wasn’t to become a protagonist or a final boss. He’d rather lie low as a minor character until it’s prime time to reveal he’s a mastermind…or at least, do the next best thing-pretend to be one! And now that he’s been reborn into another world, he’s ready to set the perfect conditions to live out his dreams to the fullest. Armed with his overactive imagination, Cid jokingly recruits members to his organization and makes up a whole backstory about an evil cult that they need to take down. Well, as luck would have it, these imaginary adversaries turn out to be the real deal-and everyone knows the truth but him!

Leo is a village boy who dreams of becoming a card master and following in his late father’s footsteps. While taking the card master test after turning fifteen, Leo is offered a selection of cards; however, his goal is not fame! He wishes to give his mother and sister a better life. One of the options is a “Rock Salamander”, the weakest of the weak – known to only have slight defense and no attack power. Against all advice, Leo still chooses it to be his first card! To his surprise, the weakest of the weak is completely different from what everyone had said. A princess? The Prime Minister’s daughter? Perhaps even a Duke’s daughter? And to top it off, multiple EX monster cards? Just how far can Leo go as he works to grow stronger, one step at a time? Join my Discord! https://discord.gg/79yyJSD Show your support on patreon and get extra chapters! https://www.patreon.com/c/invayne Follow on twitter: https://twitter.com/AuthorInvayne Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/invayne/

"Am I deserving of existence?" A tale unfolds of a youth adrift in the void of purpose, entwined in the tendrils of sorrow and agony. Fate's hand guides him into a realm where his battles are not his own, yet the odyssey he embarks upon bears the weight of harrowing recollections. Nightmares grip him relentlessly, whispering of imminent demise should his vigilance waver. No solace, no clemency graces his existence, only the relentless grip of torment. The divine, indifferent to his plight, offer no reprieve, only a specter of death lurking in the shadows of destiny, woven with strands of blood and suffering.

Check out my new novel: My Seven Beautiful Sins! ±±± At the beginning of the universe, there was only chaos. Chaos gave birth to a world, accumulating into Black and White and the five elements (also known as the Origin Elements), creating the world's laws and the order of heaven and earth. This world was called the Origin world, where the Original beings born out of chaos reigned. They created orders, creatures, and numerous worlds where they reigned as Supreme beings until a calamity befell them and destroyed the Original world alongside numerous worlds. Two billion years have passed since then. In a small world somewhere, a baby was born carrying an unusual past. A love story of a vampire, the primogenitor of vampires. ••••• Nickaido's here; this story is a reboot of Prime Vampire, do not expect the same story or the same characters; many things have changed. Please support me and make this story a great story through your comments and suggestions, and once again, English is not my first language.

In a world where legacies are forged in fire and shadows, family is both the greatest strength—and the deadliest weapon. The Bellator brothers—descendants of a bloodline feared and revered for generations—are bound by an unbreakable bond and a shared duty. Val, the youngest, harbors a dark secret alongside the family’s famed Purple Fire: the rare, deadly power of the Void, which isolates him even from his own kin. Together with Ember and Exeo, he forms Team Unknown, an elite assassination unit that treads the thin line between loyalty and vengeance. Yet, in the brutal world of shadows they inhabit, loyalty can be a fragile thing. When betrayal threatens the family’s very core, alliances fracture, hidden truths rise, and deadly enemies close in. As they confront sinister forces that seek to unravel their legacy, the brothers discover that the most harrowing battles are not always fought on the field, but within the heart. Vol1: (Season 1) Revenge’s Poison—is a tale of blood, sacrifice, and the unbreakable ties that define true strength, even when the world—and their own destinies—turn against them. --- Author Notes: I will be posting this story on Wattpad: https://www.wattpad.com/story/378625781-a-tale-of-three-brothers and in Royal Road: https://www.royalroad.com/profile/377015/fictions

Intrigued by the possibility of quick earnings, Jay Garrick, a 23-year-old graduate student, impulsively accepts a dubious job offer. However, this decision takes a harrowing turn when he is abducted and transported to an undisclosed facility. Unveiling the nature of the task, he realizes he's bound to infiltrate a stranger's consciousness and extract concealed information—an irreversible commitment. Within the enigmatic realm of another person's mind, Jay encounters a mysterious entity named X, the gatekeeper of sought-after knowledge. Despite repeated attempts to extract the information, he fails, plunging into a desperate quest for escape from this mental labyrinth. To break free, he's forced to engage in a series of challenges and games orchestrated by X, revealing a fantastical world teeming with dragons, magic, cities, and spaceships—transcending genres. As the stakes escalate, Jay grapples with unraveling the enigma that binds him to this alternate reality. Hidden within the recesses of his mind lies a profound mystery, intricately linked to his past and present. Determined to escape the clutches of his own psyche, Jay must decipher the underlying reasons for this surreal ordeal, ultimately striving to expose the truth that holds the key to his liberation. The question remains: Will he triumph in extracting the vital information and conquer the illusions within, or will he be ensnared forever in this kaleidoscopic maze of the mind?

"Beyond The Horizon" weaves a haunting tale of pain, sorrow, and redemption, centered on the enigmatic Kieru O'hera. A mild-mannered boy, Kieru is burdened with the monumental task of averting an apocalyptic future. To do so, he must journey back in time, facing the harrowing truth of mankind's cruelty and inhumanity. As he traverses this perilous path, Kieru's faith in humanity falters, leaving him to question if the world deserves a second chance at all. Plagued by a debilitating medical condition that triggers frequent blackouts, Kieru uncovers a deeper mystery—he shares his body with four other souls. This revelation adds a profound layer of complexity to his quest, as he navigates the external chaos of a world on the brink of collapse and the internal turmoil of his fragmented identity. The power of "Beyond The Horizon" lies in its masterful blend of intimate character study and epic stakes. Kieru's evolution from a gentle boy to a reluctant hero is marked by profound moral dilemmas and emotional depth. The apocalyptic future he strives to save serves as a stark, urgent backdrop to his mission. This narrative captivates with its rich, multi-dimensional storytelling, delving into the darkest aspects of human nature while offering a glimmer of hope through Kieru's relentless search for meaning and redemption. "Beyond The Horizon" promises an unforgettable journey of thrilling adventure and deep introspection, leaving readers profoundly moved long after the final page is turned.

Living a life as a popular girl , daughter of the famous prime minister Sherm Zhang and Doctor Lily Zhang,Nina zha g lives her life as an image of society. Envied by her beauty and intelligence ,her parents were known for their famous deeds and people would say she got them from her parents. Nina had everything,wealth, mansion, expensive clothings,went to the most expensive school in the country and anyone would say she has it all but of course what's desplayed on screen isn't the actual thing in reality. Tired of being forced to be the perfect princess and the strictness of her parents,Nina began to be rebellious. She would sneak out at night just to watch the fulll moon,it always felt peaceful to her whenever she felt down. But tragic things only began at a full moon. she wondered why cause Nina believed in the moon goddess and hoped that her life would get better. Every thing takes a tragic turn,love being a force that lands,and her parents breaking to what she never expected. Conflicts that arise and Nina ,at a full moon,does the unexpected, a lesson that taught everyone the importance of forgiveness.

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In the unforgiving world of the Exiled Lands, where the desperate and the damned roam, one man seeks redemption through the crucible of darkness. Su, haunted by the ghosts of his past and driven by a thirst for vengeance, finds himself under the tutelage of a mysterious figure with powers beyond comprehension. As Su embarks on a harrowing journey of self-discovery and survival, he must confront the darkest depths of his own soul and unearth the strength within to face the demons that lurk in the shadows. Will he emerge from the abyss unscathed, or will he be consumed by the darkness that threatens to consume him? "Requiem of the Lost Exiled" is a gripping tale of redemption, betrayal, and the enduring power of the human spirit in the face of adversity.

In the depths of Broxton High School, where the divide between the privileged and the underprivileged was strong, Oscar Roberts endured a torment that shattered his life. As an outcast from an impoverished family, he became a prime target for the cruel machinations of the popular clique. Day after day, he was taunted, beaten, and mocked, his spirit draining with each passing torment. Unbeknownst to Oscar, his suffering did not end with his demise. Fate had a peculiar twist in store for him. In a realm far removed from the confines of Broxton High, somewhere on a cow fields, his consciousness emerged within the body of a parasite. The transition to parasitic existence was fraught with challenges. Oscar's tiny, worm-like body could barely navigate the dense undergrowth, and the constant hunger gnawed at his being. Yet, amidst the adversity, a flicker of determination ignited within him. He would survive, not only for himself but also to seek vengeance for the torment he had endured.

A young man who derived immense joy from immersing himself in the pages of light novels during his abbreviated lifespan. His fervor for the literary form kindled within him a fervent desire to craft his own narrative. Just as his story neared its denouement, tragedy struck when he was struck by a speeding vehicle, only to awaken in the very world he had created with his imagination. This world was in ruins, besieged by malevolent curses spawned from dark thoughts, each intent on consummating the very thoughts through which it was born. Devoid of any inherent defenses in this brutal realm, he was undeterred by the absence of a structured hierarchy, staunch in his resolve as the creator to lay claim to the mightiest wellspring of power available. His quarry? "The System Heart" – an artifact endowed with the ability to bind any system to its possessor, establishing a link to their system classes and stats. This elusive treasure served as his sole invaluable asset, a beacon of hope amid the unfathomable cruelty that surrounded him. [System successfully integrated with the heart] [Adapting to current system Tier] [Only Tier 1 systems can be linked] ******* [System heart link - successful] [Tier 1 elemental class system] After an arduous twelve-year odyssey, he at last unearthed his coveted treasure – his golden ticket to survival – heralding the commencement of his harrowing journey.

As the son of the Minister of Health, Han Minjun had always led a privileged life, shielded from the harsh realities of the world. However, when he met the enigmatic Kim Seungjoon, his life took a dramatic turn. The attraction between them was instantaneous, but little did Han Minjun know that his love for Kim Seungjoon would plunge him into a world of chaos and uncertainty. The mysteries surrounding Kim Seungjoon were many, and as their relationship deepened, Han Minjun found himself embroiled in a web of intrigue and danger. Did he know what he was getting into when he fell for Kim Seungjoon? As he embarked on a new journey with Seungjoon, he pondered about the unknown future that lay ahead of them. Questions swirled through his mind about the enigmatic person he had chosen to spend his life with. How many secrets did Seungjoon keep hidden? What mysteries would they unravel together? The anticipation of what was to come was both exhilarating and nerve-wracking....... As the story unfolded, it became apparent that the idyllic fairytale was taking a dark turn. The once-balanced scales between life and death began to tip precariously, and the characters found themselves in the midst of a harrowing nightmare. It was impossible to predict who would emerge from the ordeal unscathed.......