Manhwa Bl Wet Sand

The world is diverse and flourishing. Humanity has changed, and with it, brought in a new era of prosperity. Males and females still exist, but the spectrum from which humanity is cast has broadened. With the introduction of alpha, omega, and beta, humanity has evolved even further. In such a word, Dr. Andrew Knox, known environmental researcher, is happy being a beta male. It has made his life easier by being middle ground, and as much as some wish he was one way or the other, he’s happy being who he is. Thriving even. He works in a world renowned research facility. He makes friends easily, and his projects are always funded. He even found someone who he thinks he could end up marrying if things continue in the right direction. That, and the vacant house next to his apartment building gets bought by a new neighbour. A cute, but cautious omega who relies on Andrew as a beta for help. Andrew couldn’t be happier. He loves being a helper, and loves when people rely on him. All in all, Andrew really thinks he has everything made. That is, until a research project with shoddy data is thrown back into his face that he has no recollection of working on, and all of his reputation disintegrates in between one heartbeat and the next. Heartbroken, it isn’t until Andrew wakes up, chained to a wall that everything becomes clear. He becomes a test subject to one of the scientists that he trusted. That he expected would never harm him. The life he had known, where he was a respected researcher was ripped out from underneath him. His identity and everything he’s ever known is stolen from him from a crazed researcher who he had trusted, maybe even loved. He has to relearn who he is, what he is, from scratch. Thankfully, he has one person in his corner. He just never expected to have to rely on someone whose shoulders were so small. This is an a/b/o story, and will have those tropes associated with it. I hope you enjoy :)

Cleiton Silva is a 14-year-old boy living in a humble community in Brazil. He is of mixed-race descent, reflecting the rich diversity of Brazilian heritage, and is tall for his age, though he has a slender build. He helps his father as a construction worker's assistant to supplement the family income. His biggest dream is to become a football player, just like the legends he sees on TV. When he secures a spot on the youth team of Vitória, a prominent football club in the state of Bahia and one of the two biggest teams in the state, Cleiton feels he’s finally closer to changing his life and realizing the dream his father had to abandon to support the family. Determined to be a center-back like his father, Cleiton quickly realizes that the journey won’t be easy. He doesn’t have the same skills as the others and only has the advantage of being physically stronger, a result of years of hard work. Just as he’s about to be cut from the team, Cleiton is stunned by something unbelievable: a mysterious system appears, offering skills and challenges that promise to transform him into the greatest center-back of all time. Now, with a unique opportunity in his hands, Cleiton must juggle intensive training, the harsh reality at home, and the desire to honor the dream his father had to leave behind. Determined not to waste this chance, he approaches every training session as if it were his last, knowing he’s not just playing for himself, but also for his family and the dream of a better life. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Disclaimer: The cover image was created using AI. Please note that I am not a native English speaker and have used AI to assist in translating my original text from Portuguese. This novel is not intended to be 100% faithful to reality; rather, its purpose is to provide an entertaining story while also helping me improve my English skills. Thank you very much for the support, and I hope you all enjoy the novel! JOIN MY PATREON - patreon.com/00_SAM

Having experienced and been a living witness to the heartbreaking tragedy that happened to his family. Khun Rafa (2nd son) lost his father and his big brother as well as the precious people in his life. Leaving him and his three poor nephews (his brother's children), it was his responsibility to raise his 10-year-old twins and their 5-year-old baby brother at the time of the tragedy. Successfully escaping and hiding from the pursuit of a stepmother who was crazy about wealth and power, in the midst of his escape Khun Rafa had received a gunshot wound to his forehead, knowing that his injuries were quite serious and his face was also recognized by his stepmother's hired men, Khun Rafa decided to change his face and also make new identities for himself and his three nephews. living a new life in a country as ordinary citizens, their new identities as father and son relationships. Several years passed, living a new life like an ordinary person, bringing them to meet new people who enter their lives, various kinds of trials are faced with patience, loyalty, responsibility. Even though the three children grew up to be cold individuals, they had warm hearts towards the people they loved. However, unexpected things happen to the people in their circle, forcing them to meet again with the evil woman who destroyed their lives in the past. Even though they want to avoid it, all these problems happen to the people beside them, like something that has not been resolved in the past and they must resolve it in the present in order to protect them and take back what should be theirs.

AN 18+ ALPHA MAFIA SERIES BOOK 1# CAPTIVE MATE BOOK 2# RUNAWAY MATE -+- Caspian is the heir to Moonstone Pack but when his parents die, he’s cheated out of his birthright and treated like a prisoner. He decides to leave, running off to Haines City to start a new life. His plans are instantly cut short when he's kidnapped and auctioned off, and he is bought by none other than one of the Mafia Kings running the city, Asher Knight. -+- Asher shrugged his coat off, the heavy outfit falling to the ground with an audible thud. Caspian watched this happen in apprehension, Mafia King Asher had looked huge with the coat on, and with the coat off, there wasn’t much of a difference. “Come here,” He ordered calmly, the earrings in his ears visible with his dark red hair slicked back. Caspian shook his head again, he had no intention of speaking, ever. Because that would only give away his gender. “I don’t like to repeat myself, Omega.” His voice darkened. Caspian’s heart thudded painfully in his chest in fear, he really didn’t want to get anywhere near the Alpha. He eyed the window longingly before forcing himself to take a step forward, then another, and another… +- THIS IS AN 18+ MAFIA STORY SO IT WILL INCLUDE VIOLENT AND MATURE THEMES, READ WITH CAUTION.

Đam mỹ cao H, song tính văn, sinh tử văn, sản nhũ, ngọt ngào, 1v1, HE.

Tragically, Rin Grace - just your average person going about their day - was caught in a terrible accident. Amidst a heated argument, he stumbled and fell into oncoming traffic, causing a car to hit him, knocking him unconscious. At the same time, in another world, Misha Minari, an assassin, was shot. Fortunately, Misha woke up in a hospital bed, where he was greeted by an unfamiliar face standing beside him. "You seem to be fine. Next time, don't run out in front of my car. I will be handling the bill. Take care, Mr. Grace." He says as the door closes behind him. The man who just left was Jay Fenrick, the Crown Prince himself. Misha was feeling very confused and uncertain. He looked around, trying to make sense of his surroundings, but it was all too bewildering. Suddenly, he noticed something strange - his hands looked different. In fact, they didn't even seem like his own hands at all. Misha rushed over to a nearby mirror, and, to his horror, he saw a stranger staring back at him. It was clear that he was no longer in his own body, and he was now someone else entirely. What happened to the original Rin Grace? How did Misha end up as the Crown Prince's bodyguard, and what will Misha do now? Uploads Mon, Wed, Fri.

Mermaid a daughter comes to land to get revenge for her father who was killed by Mr president's family. In the meantime she falls in love with him who is also a playboy

I will always be with you, in your dreams wether it's a nightmare or not, I will always be there. I just need you to forget the bad time, forget everything that has broken you and just remember me and only me

Yuder was a commoner Omega who rose to the top with his ability. When he woke up again... Read more Yuder was a commoner Omega who rose to the top with his ability.When he woke up again after being falsely accused and executed, he was back 11 years ago before everything began.A chance to get back…He must not repeat the same mistake he did before.To survive, and to save the world, now he had to save the man he had killed! Original Author: 쿠유 (Kuyu) (Ongoing so I'll try to update as fast as I could!)

In a world where society is valued based on their abilities and ranks, An F-rank hiding his true abilities seeks a certain guild master in search for an ally in his own battles. However, this certain guild master turns out to be the very reason of his suffering. Being transmigrated into one of the fantasy novels wasn't something Mu Wei had expected his whole life. He dreamed of becoming a successful actor but on the path of success, he was suddenly killed at a gasoline station. Now, being tasked with saving the world he has to use the best of his abilities given to him to hopefully finish it and go back to the real world. Will a certain guild master try to stop him? Is it because of love or hatred? Read and find out ;) Discord: https://discord.gg/aUd2qmmV

Hello! My name is Aman Vasuki. I belong to the Royal Family of Vasuki Clan which is the Clan of Shapeshifting Serpents. Currently, I am working as a caretaker of a human boy named Mei Wei. Why? Because I am going to kill his father…. Aman's life was like a dream. He belonged to the Royal Family of a Clan of Shapeshifting Serpents. He had a loving family, supportive friends and riches of the world. All in all, he lived a dream like life. But one day this dream got shattered… On the night of blood moon, when he was stripped off his powers, four humans ruined him. They took what was most precious to him…. But, now he is back to get his revenge on the very people that snatched his world from him. But why does Mei Wang's son always give him a look which is filled with love? And why does his heart suddenly start feeling calm when he is close to Mei Wei? Excerpt: The cold wind was blowing with a swoosh sound. The area was dead silent despite four people being there and a fifth pair of eyes looking at them. Aman's upper human body was glistening with a little sweat, Meanwhile his lower body was turned into a fiery red snake's. The golden pattern on it shining under the moonlight. In this snake tail, he was holding a trembling human. He was trembling with fear of death. Aman brought him closer and looked at him closely. He turned back, his long red hair blowing with the wind, suddenly he laughed out loud but this laugh was not heartily but bone chilling, "I am so happy to see the fear of death in your eyes, SAGE SAETANG!" He laughed again, "I think this look of fear suits all three of you. You know, when I killed your friend Melvin he was even crying and even begging me to spare him. Unfortunately, death is inevitable. Is it not?" Aman asked Sage, as he brought him closer and rubbed his hair with his hand like a child. He was smiling but his eyes were filled with killing intent. The rub resulted in Sage's scalp becoming numb, he furiously nodded, "of course his pathetic twin brother did not fare any better. I did not get the feeling of originality, you know." Aman pouted, showing his dissatisfaction, "wailing and gaping like a fish out of water. He even offered me that he would give all of his properties to me? But what use could I have of that. This look of fear provides me with much satisfaction than any riches in the world." "And now, now the same look is in your eyes. I bet you can see death standing somewhere. But why are you not pleading? At least cry a little," Aman told Sage whose mouth was still sealed. Cold flashes in his eyes and he started tightening the coiling of his tail around Sage's body, "forget it. Do as you please. After all it's your own death. But don't blame me if Mei Wang cries louder and surpasses you when I kill him." He showed a smile that made Sage's stomach flip, "I can't wait anymore to kill-" "AMAN!!" The shout was loud enough but Aman could even feel the emotions hidden in it, shock, betrayal, disbelief and extreme hurt. His whole demeanour fell on the ground, he also changed back into a complete human. Sage also fell on the hard ground with him. Aman looked up and there he was. Standing in front of him was Mei Wei…. **** How would Mei Wei react? And will their relationship survive this? What did those four people do to destroy Aman's life? Why does he want to take revenge? Is it possible for 4 mere humans to ruin a supernatural being? Or someone entirely unexpected is the mastermind behind? Join me to witness Aman's Tale of Revenge and find out all the answers to all of your questions.... Warning:- This story contains mature scenes; explicit violence, death, rape, male pregnancy and torture. If you are not comfortable or you are underage please stay away. **Although in every mature themed chapter there is a warning and a minor friendly summary available. *the cover photo credit goes to @unlomio on twitter. Thanks @ImagineTishaD for helping me.*

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.......

The story follows Jay and Erin, two high school seniors who fall deeply in love. Their relationship faces challenges as Jay's family struggles to accept his sexuality and Erin's family has their own reservations. Throughout the story, Jay and Erin navigate these complexities, demonstrating courage, understanding, and a commitment to their love.

WARNING WARNING WARNING!!! THIS STORY WILL CONTAIN DISTURBING THINGS IF YOUR MENTAL PROWESS ISN'T STRONG THIS STORY IS NOT FOR YOU. WARNING WARNING WARNING!!! THIS IS MY OWN STORY I OWN ALL RIGHTS ACCEPT FOR THE PICTURES I WILL USE FOR THE CHARACTERS. ____________________________________ Jake, Your average 33 year old Gangster was Driving home From the gym only to die from lack of Sleep in The Car, how Will he live in a World of a Dark Smutty Manhwa. ___________________________________ Jake: that's Not how I Fucking died Author: shut the fuck up the synopsis is only for Show Jake: yeah right Author: -_-

Werewolf Book: {BL} COMPLETED ALPHAXALPHA Blade Eastwood is a 17 year-old-male true blood alpha and the son of the Bloody Diamond pack's head alpha. Blade Eastwood is head over heels for Ian Keene. The only problem is that Ian is also a 19 year-old-male alpha, but Blade didn't care about Ian's rank, because he was madly in love with him even though all his friends and family told him that this relationship is impossible to happen. They were right, the mating between two male alphas has never happened before. But all this will change when Blade will find out that his fated mate is the one and the only person he has been deeply in love with ..... The alpha Ian Keene. Ian Keene on the other hand is one of the famous students in his high school whom a lot of girls and boys have a crush on. He also hasn't found his fated mate yet. Everyone sees him as the perfect person who has the perfect life since he's the only son of the CEO of the Keene Enterprises and the alpha of the Dark Moon pack. Nobody knows the true life of Ian Keene. The real plot of this book will start when Blade and Ian will find out that they are fated mates. Blade was more than just happy with that, he was ready to ignore his true blood alpha wolf and submit to his mate, he was ready to even sacrifice and kill his own wolf, he was ready to be marked even though the true blood alphas are not meant to be marked because they are the ones who are supposed to mark their mates, he was ready to give anything even his own life. Just to have a small kiss or a hug from his fated mate Ian. Ian like any other alpha was waiting for his omega or even a beta. He was excited and happy waiting for his fated mate. But all his happiness and excitement vanished in the thin air when he'd found out that his fated mate is nobody other than the TRUE BLOOD ALPHA Blade Eastwood. Ian will never be able to accept the mating bond with the true blood alpha, but his wolf will. That's why he couldn't reject Blade AT FIRST. What if Ian started using Blade's love for him just to show people how strong he is by controlling the strongest creature on this earth which is a true blood alpha? What if Blade one day found out all the lies behind Ian? What if all the love that Blade used to have for Ian disappeared and turned to hatred and grudge? The plot twist: What if one day Blade leaves everything behind and comes back, but he is not the 18-year-old stupid Blade who is in love anymore. And instead, he is the 23-year-old Blade Eastwood the Demon Alpha and also the CEO of the Eastwood enterprises? Will Blade take revenge and destroy Ian's life? Will he use the weak Ian Keene who lost his wolf and he is now just a mere human? Will Blade use the fact that Ian needs money to save his only son from dying? "He didn't see me when I was fighting for him, he only saw me at the end of the war carrying a weapon and thought I wanted to kill him. He ended up killing me." -Blade Eastwood- Read If You Want To Find Out What Happened And What Will Happen in Blade's and Ian's Love/Hate Story. lgbtq+ ROMANCE BL Book SWITCH Couple (both MCs top/bottom) Word count: { 300.000-350.000} Book cover by me.

A collection of BL oneshots I write in my free time. The start of each oneshot will have the basic profile of characters and the overall tone of the oneshot so you can skip something if it's not your cup of tea. I take requests, though I will only write it if I find the prompt interesting. Let me know if you'd like the extended story of any particular one. If I have time and a plot for it, I'll think about it. It has~ Single dad, introverted singer X popular and flirty actor Med student X Law student and captain of the ice hockey team (will continue to update this list as I post more)

Xiao Yi "Frost" was only 15 years old when he entered an esports team alongside his childhood friends. He was the youngest person to win the world championship trophy. And then, his team disbanded and he disappeared. [@X-Frost: I'm retired!] [@Everyone else: Did we consent to that? Get back here.] Frost left the esports world, and four years later there was a boy with light blue eyes who always slept on his brother's stream dubbed "Sleeping God". Schedule is Monday and Friday. Early releases and version 2 edits are available on Patreon.

Leena, a 20-year-old college student, appears aloof, mean, and intimidating, yet her intelligence and beauty command admiration. She guards her personal life fiercely, only revealing glimpses of her true self to a select few friends. Her days are a quiet blend of solitary apartment life and college interactions. But everything changes when she wakes from a lustrous dream. In this dream, she is with Vihan, caressing him in a lustrous grasp, seeking the sounds of his pleasure, a fellow 20-year-old college student who exudes anxiety and silence. His friends protect him diligently, privy to every detail of his life, except one - his secret crush on Leena, who remains oblivious to his feelings. As Leena's recurring dreams draw her closer to Vihan, a sexual and passionate relationship blossoms, devoid of emotional equilibrium. Their lives take an unsteady turn as they navigate uncharted waters. The question looms: will their unique bond evolve into something more profound, forcing them to grow and confront their emotions, or will they retreat into their initial emotional detachment, leaving their peculiar connection unexplored? In this enigmatic tale of self-discovery and unlikely love, Leena and Vihan face a choice that could change their lives forever.

The story begins with an officer who strongly believes in justice, is sent on a secret mission to gather information about a mafia group and bring them in. He takes on the quest with no doubt in mind and he is drawn deeper into the world of violence, betrayal, and revenge with little knowledge about the after effect. Under the excuse of 'aiding the citizens', he ends up at a crossroad where he is forced to choose between his role as an officer and the feelings in his heart.

“I waited for you my entire life... and you were worth every minute.” Ardyn Lowell normally forgets his dreams. He’s a normal young adult who has good friends and a happy family. He should be contented with his life, but there’s always this nagging feeling of yearning in his heart, a longing for someone that never seems to disappear. In his dreams, however, he remembers everything. He remembers the man who always visits him, the man who always sits next to him on the edge of the fountain in a beautiful garden. He can never clearly see the face of this man, but the yearning in his heart ceases when he is with him. But when he wakes up, he forgets the man once again, and the longing in his chest never goes away. The day of his graduation ceremony comes, and Ardyn is late. Catching traffic on the way, he unexpectedly meets with a major car accident and dies quickly, suddenly. When he wakes up, he’s in another world. In this world, there exists a dark, malicious entity that threatens to destroy the entire planet and its people. This is where Summoners come into play. In order to seal away this entity, a Summoner must go on a journey and search for their 7 Guardians in order to summon the 7 Spirits that will aid them in sealing away this great evil. They must not fail, or else none will be able to survive. As an Otherworlder Guardian, Ardyn is faced with a massive, unfortunate burden. He must search for his Summoner, and he must also discover himself and his purpose along the way. The journey is long and filled with hardships, but they have no choice. They have no choice but to save this world in order to live. --------------------------------------------- — Inspired by Final Fantasy X and Fushigi Yuugi NOTE: This is an isekai fantasy BL (boy's love) novel. The story is descriptive and slow-paced while the romance takes its time since it's a slow burn. There will be some violent, gory, and disturbing scenes in the future, but there will be no mature, explicit (NSFW/R18) scenes in this story. Also, since there are multiple characters involved, they will have their own character arcs. [Story created by Rainflowers in 2021. Revised in Nov 2023.] --------------------------------------------- TRIGGER WARNINGS: Descriptions of blood, abuse, suicide, and deaths. --------------------------------------------- BOOK COVER COMMISSIONED FROM: Chandraneel (https://www.facebook.com/jjhemm) MY FACEBOOK: Leigh Connelly (facebook.com/leighannconnelly) ---------------------------------------------

Romance, Bl, fantasy, seduction The story of a 16 year old boy ‘sylus’ who lost his hope of having a good life long ago. At the sight of his death almost happening. He was saved and has a second chance to live an ordinary life, but the feeling of someone following him never leaves him is it perhaps the same figure who saved him that horrid day? Only one way to find out. TRIGGER WARNINGS: -Mentions of su!c!de/ self harms -NSFW

[18+, nsfw, mature content, sensitive content] After the death of his parents in a car accident, Akagi Suga sold his parents' house and moved to another area. He raised his younger brother alone, their life didn't go smoothly but at least as long as Suga lived with his younger brother, their life was always pleasant. Until finally people from IHPS (International Human Protection Squad) approached him, making Akagi Suga remember again that his father was a former instructor of that special forces. He didn't want to get involved with people from an organization created by elites under the guise of ‘military’, an organization filled with crazy people, but when Nakajima Yuki, his childhood friend asked Suga to join IHPS, at first Suga refused, however— "It wasn't an accident, both your parents were killed." He already had this suspicion for a long time. 'Will going to IHPS make it easier for me to find out which organization killed my parents?' And why did a madman named Zion Hughes always make it difficult for him to find out about the organization? (ps ; I won't give warning for adult scenes iykwim, I will give warning if there's sensitive content)

When Gemini returns to the past... What changes will he make... Can they still love each other if their relationship with Albert is more complicated?

In a future where the space was the last frontier ,the human kind discovered all that was to see in the Milky way galaxy. The idea of a God more strong and advance was still the religious beliefs of humans around the universe but soon they realise humans are the only race technology advance enough to conquer the stars .But even if humans explored and conquered stars they didn't know that beyond the thin fabric of time and space there lay the strong barrier of spiritual world .There are hundreds of spiritual worlds more powerful where laws of physics are beyond human comprehending. Because humans concentrate their discoveries on the technology they forgot about spirituality or spirit powers, after all they are in a dimension where their souls are trapped in a never ending cycle of rebirth with no way of cultivating their spirit powers because that knowledge was lost millenniums ago. In this forgotten dimension a new soul is taking shape inside the body of a unsuspected teenager girl, the first soul that is new and inocent after centuries. A unwanted surprise........

After getting caught up in an accident, Li Xin transmigrated into a fantasy novel called 'The Rise of the Heavenly Demon' and became the ultimate villain, Chen Zoe. Arriving fifteen years prior to the original plot, he decides to change his dark destiny and distance himself from the protagonist at any cost. However, his plans were ruined when the protagonist becomes his disciple, a twist that wasn't even part of the original novel. To escape from this situation, Chen Zoe tries every method to make the protagonist leave his side, but nothing works; in fact, it brings them even closer. They start to develop feelings for each other, but they never expect that their love will bring disaster to the entire world.

WILL RESUME WRITING AND UPLOADS LATE 2024/EARLY 2025! I am still working on edits and the ending. Hope to finish this soon!

Zhu Kang, a trafficked soul, was captured by an evil organization and was stripped of his real memories. Unaware of the dangers he worked for this evil corporation as a system. One day, all of a sudden, fifteen men dressed in black started a shoot-out killing all the other systems. In desperation, Kang threw himself into a transmigration device that tossed his soul into a random world. "System 202 has escaped.... a-again.....” one of the black-clothed men said. Trembling, he glanced at their team leader. Kai Alden gritted his teeth. “You let him slip away so easily! Send me into that world. I will capture my dear System and bring him back here,”

Synopsis of "Echoes of Vengeance {BL}" In the ruthless world of organized crime, Marco Rinaldi, a mafia heir with a heart of gold, finds his life turned upside down when he falls for Luca, a passionate young man from a humble background. Their love blossoms amidst betrayal, as Marco's ex-wife, Isabella, a cunning and vengeful woman, seeks to reclaim power by aligning with the rival DeLuca family. As tensions rise and threats escalate, Marco is determined to protect Luca from Isabella's sinister plans. When a gala erupts into chaos, revealing deep-seated betrayals and alliances, Luca vows to fight alongside Marco, refusing to be a mere pawn in the dangerous game they are caught in. With their relationship tested and their lives hanging in the balance, Marco and Luca navigate a web of secrets, revenge, and heartbreak. As they delve deeper into a world of shadows, they must confront not only external enemies but also their own fears and desires. In a climactic battle for love and power, the couple must decide if their bond is strong enough to withstand the chaos, or if they will be consumed by the darkness surrounding them. Amidst the turmoil, the quest for vengeance leads Luca to uncover the truth behind his parents' murder, forcing him to confront the very forces that threaten their future. In this gripping tale of love, betrayal, and redemption, alliances will shift, hearts will break, and only the strongest will survive.

A man who only thrive for survival and protecting his sister... And a man who came from a wealthy family with an unknown background. Will love bloom from these two people? A budding romance between two men in the midst of the world ending... Will it end up good? Or will it be in vain...