Harry Hates The Order

"Sometimes it's about remembering and never forgiving." Jane Devold, the only daughter of the CEO of one of the most successful tech companies in the country, grew up to be a seemingly happy and spoiled young woman, despite her stuttering and fragile condition. However, her rich and elegant way of living ends in a heartbeat when her father goes missing, leaving Jane alone and with an enormous debt on her hands. That's when she reunites with Vernon Lin, her strange and intimidating senior from college, who claims to be the new owner of her father's company and promises to resolve her financial issues if she agrees to marry him. His offer seems harmless, and Jane accepts his helping hand only to realize that Vernon's intentions are not so pure, and his personality is still miles away from that of a knight in shining armor. But what really does feed Vernon's unhealthy obsession with Jane? Whether it's his desire for revenge, his own twisted way of teaching the spoiled young woman how the real life works, or unresolved complicated feelings, he still succeeds in turning Jane's life into a living hell. Until he realizes that without her, his own life is hell, too.

Arren is a bred slave of the Sounra Kingdom, furthermore, he is placed within the brutal training of its soldier role course. At first his exceptional combat ability was enough for him to triumph over many of his fellow slaves, yet upon entering the third stage he made a terrifying discovery; he does not possess the ability to wield magic. With such a crippling disability hindering him he is soon left behind and falls to the bottom of the ranks. Now with the end of the third stage approaching, Arren finds that his very life is in danger. Unable to accept such a fate he has resolved to fight on to the bitter end, even if it is futile in the face of such impossible odds. Meanwhile, within the Sounra Kingdom not all is as peaceful as it appears. Tensions are rising both within its borders and beyond, made worse by the arrival of a foreign prince which seeks to mediate between nations in hopes of ceasing the rising pressure. Unbeknownst to the prince however, he will soon find himself before a plot which aims to shake the Sounra Kingdom’s very foundation. Order of Fate is a fantasy epic which will slowly expand from its start within a small desert kingdom into a conflict of great existences. It will follow a multitude of stories, each seen through the eyes of multiple lead characters and taking place throughout a vast world. A world filled with monsters, political conflicts, great powers, and hidden evils. What to expect: [Weak to Strong] [Multiple Storylines] [Action & Adventure] [Magic Systems] [Male & Female Leads]

In the halls of Ridgewood High, Aria and Ethan have been at each other’s throats since childhood. She’s the school’s top achiever, and he’s the brooding rebel no one dares to cross. But behind their constant bickering lies a spark neither of them is willing to admit. As their worlds collide through twists of fate, old grudges evolve into something deeper. When life pushes them to grow beyond their teenage years, will their love survive the test of time, or will the shadows of their past pull them apart?

Thousands of years ago, humankind left the Old World. We enter a new age where science and magic are no longer opposing concepts. With these new opportunities came danger in the form of the Dark Races and the ones that named themselves Gods. However, if there was one thing humans were good at was their ability to destroy. Humankind fought and carved a bloody path into the new world. Cain's luck had never been good, but his destiny changed forever once he decided to harden his heart and face the world without fear or hesitation. --Godslayer Humankind's motto.-- We can comprehend the supernatural. We can dominate the supernatural. We can kill the supernatural - Adam, Emperor of Godslayer Humankind, The First Titan. Current schedule: 21 chapters a week. Bonus chapters: Over 600 power stones: 3 extra chapters. Over 800 power stones: 6 extra chapters. Over 1200 power stones: 9 extra chapters. Discord channel: https://discord.gg/R666sNEdrU

the year is 1238 humanity and all other races have accepted to live in Harmony not knowing the dark secrets that are in the light but unseen by a naked eye follow Achlys the boy who got born with a strange marking on his face to see the secrets in the light that create the dark

With every move of her hands and every batting of her lashes, Selene was able to captivate the world with her delicate beauty. She was the "Queen of Showbiz," the beloved of the Castillo family, unlike Keira, the ugly duckling of the family. It didn't matter the context or truth behind the issue, Keira was to be blamed by everyone. "Selene can do no wrong! How can such a delicate, fragile thing think ill of someone? It must be Keira who is making up lies!" "How dare you cause your sister to become sick! Receive your punishment!" Such words were a norm for Keira. The place she called home was Hell's Gate, and the people she called family were poisonous demons. Her life was filled with blame and abuse hurled by her sister's supporters. She was schemed against, attacked, and ruined to the point of no return. The last nine months of her life were the worst. Her insomnia had developed into Sporadic Fatal Insomnia, causing her to lose weight as she suffered consistent sleepless nights. At the age of 23, Keira Castillo passed away alone in her dingy apartment. Her final moments were filled with dread as she begged and prayed to whichever god was listening. "If only I had one more chance..." To her delight, she had regressed to when she was 18. 'The man you love? I'm taking him. The title 'Queen of Showbiz'? That's also mine. Everything you gained from stepping all over me, I will take. My dear Selene, I will play you in the palms of my hands and live my life the way I was supposed to.'

"W-Why? Why are you doing this to me ?" Kei who's red eyes trying to hold back tears "If you don't want any other to get hurt more than this, JUST STAY HERE" Ayume said with a dark grin on his face Read the novel to get to know them

"I told you not to touch me," Audrey said. "In front of people," He reminded her. Audrey could feel the smirk in his voice. ~~~ Audrey's seventeen years in the Grey Blood pack were like a caged animal. She lived each day dreading the next unexpected thing the Alpha could punish her for. Audrey tried hard to understand the mysterious dream she'd been having, but nothing made sense to her, she was lost. She wished to be freed from the Grey Blood pack, but she lost all hope of survival when she found herself locked and chained in the cold dark dungeon. She hated him, she cursed him as her blood drained from her. She was happy to die and go away from that monster-alpha. Audrey awoke in a magical world where she learned everything about herself, she cultivated herself to become the strongest wolf and witch alive. One item though, led her back to the last place she wanted to be. Alpha Aloha Lake ruled the Grey Blood pack, the largest and strongest pack in the States. He was known to be brutal, even the mafia feared him. Nothing or anyone bothered him, except one; the damned bitch Audrey. He hated her, and he would make her pay for her mother's sins. But he could not kill her...yet. Alpha Lake emotionlessly stared at Audrey's bleeding body that lay on the cold dungeon floor, he ordered his beta to dispose of her without a second thought. One year later the enemies met again. Will hatred be the only emotion they share? Could they resist the fatal attraction they felt for each other?

What is Human? What is Evil? What is Good? What is Life? What is Death? What is a Beast?

Set in an alternate wizarding world shaped by a matriarchal society, this story reimagines the familiar backdrop of Hogwarts and its surrounding conflicts. Power is inherited through the female line, and pureblood families fiercely guard their legacy amidst growing tensions with Muggleborns. The imbalance in the number of witches and wizards has made pureblood males valuable but objectified commodities, intensifying the social and political struggles within the magical world. At the heart of the story is Arcturus Regulus Black, the reincarnated son of Regulus Black. Carrying memories of a past life, Arcturus refuses to follow in the footsteps of Holly Potter, the female equivalent of the Boy Who Lived. Instead, his ambition is to break free from the constraints of his birthright, gaining power to rewrite his destiny in a society where he is marginalized by virtue of his gender. Arcturus is not alone in his reincarnation. Ronda Weasley, the female reincarnation of Ron, and Serena Prince, the female reincarnation of Severus Snape, navigate their own struggles as they reconcile their former lives with the constraints and expectations of this matriarchal world. The group faces questions of identity, legacy, and loyalty, balancing their memories of the past with the possibilities of the present. Their journey unfolds against a backdrop of political turmoil. Holly Potter, destined to fight Voldemort, plays the central role in a fight that echoes the original timeline but is subtly altered by the presence of the reincarnated souls. Simultaneously, the enigmatic Aurora Malfoy—Draco's older sister and another reincarnated soul—must contend with her family's legacy in this transformed world. Meanwhile, Hogwarts, led by Alba Dumbledore, becomes a battleground of ideologies. Dumbledore, though a figure of wisdom, unconsciously upholds the traditions of the matriarchy, while Gellert Grindelwald rises as a voice for men’s rights, creating an additional layer of conflict. The struggle between these ideologies mirrors the broader fight against Voldemort, adding complexity to the characters’ decisions. In a story that mixes politics, societal critique, and the power of memory, the young protagonists confront questions of whether to preserve the world they now inhabit or risk everything to reshape it. Their choices will define the fate of the wizarding world, testing the limits of friendship, power, and identity in a society where nothing is as it once was. Note, this story will NOT have R18 scenes at least for the first volume, if it then does, there will be a tag and you can pass. To summarize this world, it's a matriarchal version of the Harry Potter world while the muggle world remains the same. With all this shit, there are half a dozen reincarnated people of all age (mostly Hogwarts's students) who will make butterfly effects while trying to adapt to this world, including the MC. I decided to write this book as a study, I wanted to see what would happen if I decided to create parameters according to the book and then I would try adding variables to see the changes. The result is that the world is a matriarchy which thus led me to add parameters to explain the reason as to why it's a matriarchy and then to add seven reincarnated persons who will each add butterfly effects.

Pride? Honor? What do those words even mean? I’ve never felt the need to indulge in such fleeting emotions. As long as I can survive another day, nothing else matters. Fame, power, wealth, even the affection of women—I’ll throw them all away in an instant if it means I can take just one more breath of freedom. The only thing that drives me now is the desperate need to escape this unrelenting enslavement. Magic has returned to the world. Divine artifacts, long thought to be lost, have resurfaced, bringing with them nothing but chaos. The gods have descended upon us, enslaving humanity and forcing us into their merciless game—the “God Games.” A cruel competition where we, the powerless, are nothing more than pawns on a living chessboard. Manipulated, controlled, and discarded for the gods’ amusement. But I am no pawn. I refuse to accept my fate. I will fight tooth and nail for my freedom. I will sacrifice everything—my pride, my honor, my humanity—if it means I can escape this nightmare and carve out a life of my own. Because if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that survival is all that matters. And no matter the cost, I will live. —— Chapters 1-30 are primarily prologues building up to the first main arc. There will be world-building, action, betrayal, kingdom-building, and world-hopping, - Tags: Fantasy, Male MC, Schedule: 4 Chapters a week. (Unless I’m ill or stuff happens) Chapter length: 1300-3700 words Warning: The MC is not a forgiving character. He is not merciful and does not go around saving people in distress; he is an MC who only cares about himself; if you are looking for otherwise, this isn’t your cup of tea. This MC will have Character development, but he would be classified as an anti-hero, villain

To Hate Is Divine centers on Leonard and Dorian, wealthy and successful twin brothers whose lives appear perfect on the outside. Despite sharing similar achievements, Leonard is consumed by jealousy and resentment toward Dorian, who seems to effortlessly capture admiration and approval from everyone around them. As their rivalry deepens, Leonard’s obsession grows, driving him to secretly sabotage Dorian’s relationships and professional endeavors. In his desperation to outshine his brother, Leonard fixates on a woman who loves Dorian, believing that winning her heart will finally bring him the recognition he craves. His actions spiral out of control, and in a final, futile attempt to make Dorian feel guilty, Leonard takes a drastic step that ultimately leads to his own unraveling. The story explores themes of envy, the destructive power of comparison, and the devastating consequences of living in the shadow of someone else’s success.

After intentionally "destroying" the world, Travis and Team Order would share no sympathy or regret for what they have done. It would be until Rishi and a mysterious figure attacks that the Order would be aware of what they are doing. The bad or the good guys in this story is YOUR decision to make.

Calamity, Divinity, Spirituality, Reality....and magic! A world without dreams is a world already dead. What does it mean to have a dream? What does it mean to have purpose? People have asked themselves these questions for over a millennium. Many found purpose, yet, many remained dreamless. Exactly ten thousand years after the end of the world, Rio is born into a recovering civilization. As the second son, with no claim to the throne of his family while suffering from amnesia, he finds himself dreamless until....

Lila Devereaux is a woman who has built an empire on ambition, control, and perfection. As the CEO of Devereaux Enterprises, she is untouchable, admired, and feared by those around her. But beneath the cold exterior lies a woman who has spent her entire life running from the ghosts of her past—driven by the weight of expectations from her powerful father and the relentless pressure to never show weakness. When Lila hires Ethan Blake, a seemingly ordinary man from a world far removed from her own, she expects him to be just another cog in the corporate machine. But Ethan’s quiet strength, sharp mind, and unflinching honesty challenge everything she’s built her life around. As he begins to navigate the complexities of her world with surprising ease, Lila finds herself facing the one thing she’s worked so hard to avoid—vulnerability. Caught between the high demands of her father, the unraveling pressures of her company’s expansion, and a growing attraction to Ethan that she can't ignore, Lila must confront the walls she's spent years constructing. Can she continue to hide behind her armor, or will she allow herself to be seen for the first time in years? Unlikely Orders is a gripping exploration of power, ambition, and the hidden cost of success. As Lila struggles with the balance between maintaining control and discovering trust, she must decide if she can let someone into her life without losing everything she’s worked for—or if love and vulnerability are luxuries she can no longer afford.

Wolfrun, from the 'perfects'. perfect shots perfect act a perfect spy, but only works for the 'mine' ... When they are denied... they kill their own kind. What can they do... everyone is on the same rope. How much people is linked, how much people would fight when things gone good. Anyway If dare to release the triggers Then die die die.

Paradox, a boy forged in the crucible of adversity, found himself unwillingly relocated to the desolate reaches of Mars. The year 2045, a time of great upheaval and loss. Earth, once a vibrant tapestry of life, was now a scarred planet, ravaged by a devastating civil war. The once-beloved faces of family and friends, now distant memories, haunted his dreams. A prodigy, yet a prisoner of his own brilliance, Paradox had always been a pawn in the grand game of human ambition. His childhood, stolen by relentless expectations, had left him yearning for a life of simplicity and peace. Now, on this bleak world, he sought solace in the pursuit of knowledge, hoping to find meaning in the vast expanse of the cosmos. Yet, he stumbled upon an extraordinary force, a cosmic aberration defying all known laws of probability. A choice, a stark and a moral decision, presented itself. A choice that would test the very core of his being, a choice that would alter the very course of fate itself. As the weight of his decision bores down upon him, Paradox would be forced to undergo a revelation.

“He knew he should not go easy on her, but his heart is challenging his mind…” (Warning: Novel is r-18 with strong mature content but NO rape and violence!) **** Arya Tan, a beautiful, young, wannabe actress, was in a difficult situation that her only option was to agree on a deal offered to her to save her loved ones' lives. The deal was to make the aloof man named Ryu Ken fall in love with her, only to leave him heartbroken and devastated afterward. Would she succeed, and if she did, would she be able to escape Ryu’s wrath? Ryu Ken, a ruthless CEO who never gave a second glance to any woman how-much-ever beautiful she was, gave his heart to one woman. And despite his warnings, the woman broke his heart and left him. So he vowed to find her and punish her as brutally as he could. But could he really punish her when deep in his heart it was still her he longed to be? Could love overcome the hate buried in his heart? ====== Excerpt: "Leaving already? You seem to be in such a rush to talk to me. Why don't you spill it out now?" Stunned, Arya wondered if she was hallucinating. The voice was very familiar. The man's arm encircled her waist, abruptly pulled her towards him. He then leaned forward and scornfully whispered into her ear, "Aren't you here to negotiate? I was hoping you had a better offer." She tilted her head to look up at the rude man and was left open-mouthed looking at a familiar face. She was shocked but mumbled, "Ryu?" Ryu smirked and stared at Arya's slightly opened lips and said, "Did you miss me? How about this?" Before Arya could utter another word, Ryu captured her lips abruptly and kissed her roughly. ========== Author's Note: Hope you enjoy reading this ORIGINAL novel of mine (It's absolutely a happy ending! Author hates the sad endings!). Many thanks in advance for your support. With Lots of Love, EUSTOMA_reyna Other Books: (www.linktr.ee/eustoma_reyna) The General Who Hates Me (completed) The Doctor Who LOVES Me (completed) The Law of Attraction (completed) Kiss Me Not (in writing) The Untamed: Game of Hearts (in writing) The Crown's Entrapment (in writing) contact me at: Discord Link: https://discord.gg/PNGkTUy Instagram: eustoma_reyna Facebook Page: @eustoma.reyna The book cover is mine, art created by laylee_hiu (instagram)

She fell in love at first sight and did everything to conquer the man of her dreams... Her General... [warning: R-18 content *No Rape *no major misunderstanding] Status: Completed Novel ----- Zacharias Lim was a loyal, diligent and persevering soldier. Despite his poor background, he had managed to rise steadily from the lowest rank of a Private to the youngest and one of the most respected Generals in his country. He was a principled man who always acted by the book and followed every rule. Because he had grown up in a poverty-stricken condition and having had to work extremely hard to get to where he was now, he detested people who didn't appreciate life just because they were lucky enough to have been born with a silver spoon in their mouth. That was until he met Keira Chan... Keira Chan was a beautiful, bright, mischievous and confident young woman who always knew what she wanted. Having been born as the only daughter of one of the richest and most prominent families in the country, where gold was treated as sand, she had always led a carefree life and she could always get what she wanted without having to exert much effort. That was until she met Zacharias Lim... It just so happened that she fell in love with the young General at first sight and was set to win his heart. And thus her laborious but hilarious journey to get him to be her man ensued... ====== Excerpt: “General Zacharias Lim, I, Keira Chan, will absolutely get admitted to that Academy so I can get closer to the person I like for the first time in my life.” Zach could smell the sweetness of her breath mixed with alcohol. But that was not it, because for some reason his body was reacting on his own. At that instant, he knew what could happen next, but instead of pushing Keira away from him, he did nothing but stayed put, it was like he was anticipating what would happen next as he remained frozen. Then, Keira added in her hoarse sweet voice, “I will enter the Military Academy to conquer you, General Zach. So be ready, because I never take a ‘NO’ for an answer.” That was the last words that Keira dropped before she closed the gap and kissed Zach on his lips, leaving him just staring at her in bewilderment... =========== Author's Note: Hope you enjoy reading this ORIGINAL novel of mine. I love romance with happy endings so this is a happy ending. Many thanks in advance for your support. With Lots of Love, EUSTOMA_reyna Other Books: The CEO Who Hates Me (completed) The Doctor Who Loves Me (completed) The Law of Attraction (completed) Kiss Me Not (in writing) The Untamed: Game of Hearts The Crown's Entrapment contact me at: Discord Link: https://discord.gg/PNGkTUy Facebook Page: @eustoma.reyna twitter: @EUSTOMA_reyna instagram: eustoma_reyna book cover is mine... cover art by ghifari_art (instagram)

Athena a young girl is trying to find a way in a world where her pack has been forgotten and she is the only remaining descendant . Torn between being mated to her sworn arch nemesis and rival and finding the secret to your mother's supposed legacy Will she find her happy ever after or will she crumble beneath weight of the world.

A battered and retired Talon is commanded back to the organization that once cast him aside. The force he has served his entire life, known as Mother, is now in constant pain, and only a few of her sons, including Talon, remain alive after hundreds were slain by an unknown enemy in a single day. With the destruction of the order that had sworn to protect humanity from monstrous forces, Talon has no choice but to fight once more. Driven by rage and loyalty, he must confront his enemies and exact vengeance on those who have hurt Mother.

The world isn't what it used to be. It isn't perfect, wonderful. It's full of cannibals, hunters who kill them, rich idiots and the poor people, who starve to death trying to feed the alive. Hunter is part of them. She tries so hard to not drown, even when her world gets turned upside down by an unannounced arrival. And sometimes, it would all feel too real, so she found ways to escape reality. And Chester Diaz being one of them.

Abhimaan, who was proud of his love. But seeing his love sleeping in someone else's arms between the folds of the bed, Abhiman's heart broke badly. A broken heart and shattered dreams brought him to stand in the middle of such a glittering world, where his fate once again betrayed him, and he made him lose himself. But it is said that every night has its morning, Abhiman Raizada's life again took a turn that changed his personality. But this changed personality of Abhiman has only one purpose, and that is to take revenge on his love. Abhimaan, who is once again standing in front of her love, what will it be able to take as revenge from her? What will happen when amidst this revenge, is Abhimaan meet his true love? After all, what is the secret that changed his personality overnight? Is there any deeper motive hidden behind this? Will pride remain stuck between this revenge and purpose, to know keep reading Hate Fueled Desires  

A otaku after losing his family completely gave up on himself and became an all time otaku. after watching many dark anime, reading dark novel, and watching dark hen*ai novel, he wasn't able to differentiate between them. Because of reality around him he was able to live but after transmigration he is again at the point where he needs to differentiate between reality and fantasy. but this time fantasy is stronger than last time. Will our otaku be able to differentiate between reality and fantasy or will he ever be able to understand friendship, love after seeing so much of dark novels and anime? follow his new journey in this new world filled with darkness.

“I only want you, Maximus. I already told my parents that I love you and I'm going to marry you. No one else.” Aurora indignantly exclaimed. Max was shaking his head from what he heard. “No. No. You’re not being fair, Aurora.” He felt himself losing his strength as well as any chance to change her mind. Max leaned his body at the back of the single chair, almost sitting on it. He tugged on his necktie, needing some more air. His gaze fell on the ground. He’s powerless against his father. He won’t be able to protect his girlfriend from his family. He didn’t notice that Aurora was already in front of him. He just felt her palm on his cheeks, caressing it gently. He looked up to her. “You’re not fair.” He mumbled weakly. Like a defeated child. She’s rubbing her thumb against his cheeks. “The world’s not fair, Max.” Shaking her head. “It’s never fair.” She commented breathlessly. “You get everything you want.” He ignored her actions. He’d gone numb all over. This girl was too much of everything. Too selfish to even understand how he felt. “No. I don’t have your heart.” Max swatted her hand away and stood up straight. He chuckled at her response and halted. He shook his head as he looked at her straight in the eyes. “You won’t. You don’t even have one.” ************** Aurora Fontalva got everything except the heart of a certain man. She only wants Max. But how can she make him fall for her when he already had someone? He loves his girlfriend. Maximus D’Arco can’t escape his family’s wish for him to marry the only Fontalva heiress. Worse, Aurora even blackmailed him, or his girlfriend would suffer. Why would he fall for someone who doesn’t even care about his feelings? Only his girlfriend does. Is there really a thin line between love and hate? What if the thread breaks? **************** AN: Be warned!!! This is not your typical romance. As the story progresses, it tackles family, career, toxic relationships, twisted attraction, love, hate, lust, and heavy drama. And there are cases in which you can be sensitive. Lastly, this is not for the weak of heart. Please read the FOREWORD. Thank you.

Arun Sahu and Janvi Patil knew each other since childhood. He is the bane of her existence. For him, she is the most annoying person on the face of the earth. Hatred is the only emotion they feel for each other. Or is it not? Arun and Janvi's hatred is put to test when they start living across each other. Their whole world turns upside down when they share a passionate and forbidden kiss. They step into a new territory where all rules and bets are off. Passion and attraction are the only rules. Exploring each other is the only game. But is there a chance the passion can bloom into something else? Will the sworn enemies feel something as forbidden as love? ******************* Contains mature scenes Update: Every two days

Summary of the Novel "Legacy of the Cosmic System" The story of Legacy of the Cosmic System takes place in a shattered world after the opening of the "Abyssal Rifts," where destructive wars began between humans and strange entities. Meanwhile, monsters roamed the Forbidden Lands, mercilessly attacking humans. In this dark world, survival became dependent on strength, with some humans born with a spiritual core gaining extraordinary powers, earning the title of "Hunters." These warriors defended the weak and fought the monsters. Those without these powers were considered mere pawns in this bloody conflict. The story centers around Arian Delark, a young man living a miserable life in the ruined city of Tiravan, located near the Forbidden Lands. Arian does not possess a spiritual core, so he spends his days working tirelessly on the city's docks. One day, he finds himself face-to-face with a massive, fierce monster threatening his life. As he feels hopeless and powerless to survive, something unexpected happens: a mysterious "Cosmic System" appears before him, offering him the chance to gain new powers. Through this system, Arian begins to acquire extraordinary strength, receiving instant rewards that help him in his battles against the monsters. Over time, he improves his physical abilities and feels his body adapting to the challenges. During a confrontation with a monstrous creature, Arian experiences radical internal changes as his powers grow rapidly. He realizes that this newfound strength might be his chance to change his fate. Legacy of the Cosmic System is a tale of personal transformation and growth in a world filled with chaos and destruction. Arian discovers that the system that appeared to him was no coincidence but the beginning of a journey filled with challenges and conflicts that will change the course of his life. The story explores Arian's development as a "Hunter" in a perilous world and his discovery of an opportunity to gain power and transform into a hero.

a story about a boy and a girl named avon and sara they lived peacefully in a peaceful village one day out of nowhere a massive attack against the village by the nonhumans or what they call them creatures avon and sara survived after witnessing a massacre against his family and people now its his time to take revenge in the name of humanity and to make it clear to all the nonhumans that the humans are the dominant one