A Good Girls Guide To Murder

Ren was just your typical indoors-loving geek, surviving the blazing heat by avoiding the outside world at all costs. A lifelong fan of fantasy books and every cliché anime trope in existence, he thought he’d seen it all—until one impulsive chase after a thieving delivery guy sends his life spiraling into the unknown. After a sudden encounter with a speeding bicycle and an even faster blackout, Ren wakes up in the presence of a goddess who seems a little too eager to send him off to a brand-new world. With all his genre-savvy knowledge in tow, Ren’s about to find out that sometimes the journey to an extraordinary life starts in the most unexpected way.

Author's note: Hi all, thanks for checking out my story .... Just to to clear the air. This story isn’t your typical chosen one saves the world by swinging a magical sword at the last boss type of deal. Nope. This is a heartfelt, occasionally chaotic exploration of magical ecosystems, quirky gods, and an unsuspecting zoologist thrust into a realm that barely understands the meaning of “stable biodiversity.” //What It Is\\ This story is a blend of -Adventure: We’re talking globe-trotting (or Mythica-trotting) to fantastical locales inspired by mythology and folklore from all corners of the world. -Comedy: Think less brooding hero vibes and more “Oh no, the dragon baby ate my shoe again.” -Fantasy: Mythical gods, magical creatures, elemental disasters—standard fare, but with a twist. -Mystery: There’s a deeper story here, unraveling memories, secrets, and betrayal that shaped Mythica. -Slice-of-Life: Yes, there will be moments of Carl trying to keep his sanity while arguing with a nine-tailed fox about proper table manners. //What It’s Not\\ -Grimdark: If you’re looking for morally grey antiheroes and constant existential dread, you’re in the wrong realm. This is more about finding humor and hope in the chaos. -Romance-Driven: Carl’s too busy keeping berserkers from wrecking Mythica to worry about swooning over anyone. -Hardcore Action Fantasy: Sure, there will be battles and drama, but this isn’t about slaying beasts for glory—it’s about saving them (and occasionally bribing them with snacks or whatever). //Who Will Like This\\ -Fans of mythology: If you geek out over legends from Norse, Chinese, Celtic, and other traditions, you’ll feel right at home. Nature enthusiasts: Conservation vibes? Check. Magical ecosystems? Double check. -Comedy lovers: Enjoy laughing at a poor intern’s magical misfortunes? Welcome! -Readers who enjoy quirky, wholesome adventures: It’s not about being perfect, it’s about learning, adapting, and growing. //Who Might Not Like This\\ -Readers craving high-octane action: There are fight scenes, but this isn’t “Battle Royale.” -Fans of brooding protagonists: Carl’s more likely to cry over spilled coffee than launch a monologue about his tragic backstory. -Romance-first readers: This story focuses on relationships, but not the swoony kind. ------------------------------ Carl Suis, a recent zoology graduate with a deep love for animals and a fascination with mythology, stumbles upon an ad for an internship at MECCP (Mythical and Endangered Creatures Care and Protection)—a mysterious organization tasked with protecting magical creatures. Desperate for a break, Carl accepts, only to find himself magically transported to Mythica, a fantastical world where dragons, mermaids, and krakens are real. What Carl thought would be a straightforward internship quickly becomes a whirlwind of chaos. His responsibilities go far beyond feeding and caring for these creatures—he’s thrust into solving ecosystem crisis, mediating interspecies conflicts, and navigating cultural clashes that no zoology degree could have prepared him for. And get this—none of the magical creatures are anything like what Carl expected based on the myths in the mythology books. Add in a series of increasingly bizarre situations, and Carl quickly realizes that this is far more than a job—it’s a test of survival. But it’s not all wild creatures and funny mishaps. With Mythica’s fragile ecosystems on the brink of collapse and MECCP under threat of being shut down, Carl must use his wits, empathy, and zoological knowledge to save not just the creatures he’s come to care for, but the future of this extraordinary world. Amidst the humor and calamities, Carl discovers that he may hold the key to preserving the very heart of Mythica… if he can survive long enough to prove it.

Yu Dong , a cultivator from the zombie apocalypse transmigrated over to another world after she died fighting a mob of zombies - the moment she opened her eyes , someone told her that her wife was giving birth - Yu Dong was stunned , she hurriedly reached to touch her chest , to check whether or not she was still a woman - the two perky mounds told her she was - instantly she looked at her bottom , she wanted to check whether or not she was a ‘ real woman ,’ but before she could - she was hauled to where her wife was giving birth - and what she saw made her want to pass out again - Because her wife was a man ! And she didn’t have just one wife but three ! Yu Dong looked at the man who was groaning on the bed and nearly blacked out- whatever at least she didn’t have to chop zombies for living , right ? - Cover not mine email at fairy0tail072@gmail.com to have it removed

Luo Huian was the most beautiful, strong and narcissistic——- Cut! Cut! Cut! Take two, and do it over. Luo Huian was the most beautiful, strong and wisest immortal in the realm of peace and harmony. Her two fathers doted on her, and she had a generous supply of resources and pills. Her life was perfect. However, her perfect life came to an abrupt end when Luo Huian, an immortal whose responsibility was to bring peace to those who had reached their ends and had run out of faith—— Watched a man jump down a building. Because of her inflexible beliefs and sense of justice, she did not save the bully. Unfortunately, that man was the son of the heavens. The loss of his life brought infinite trouble in Luo Huian’s life and she was punished by the heavens. She was sent to the world of humans where she had to rescue at least five hundred people by saving their lives when they were at the end of their wits. For an immortal this was an easy job, right? Wrong. Her grandmother sent Luo Huian to a world where Gloom Rocks had wrecked chaos. Beasts and monsters were given birth to by the Gloom Rocks that sucked every ounce of happiness from humans. This world was dominated by hunters who could kill the beasts with the powers that they had awakened. And in this cutthroat world, Luo Huian got the short end of the stick. She woke up in the body of an F-class hunter! Dang it. If that wasn’t worse enough, the previous owner had confessed to her cousin-in-law and was kicked out of the family. Double frog in the hot crock. With not a single penny in her pocket Luo Huian goes out to complete her mission. But what would happen when Luo Huian who was an F-class hunter annihilated the Z-class Glooms and Hollows that even the S-class hunters could not? Watch her fend against the dangers and at the same time save the lives of people. But in this small mission, there is a small obstruction —— The three alluring temptations. *********** Resisting the temptation take 1: “MMPH,” Luo Huian pushed against the mer who had pushed her down on the bed while sitting on her waist. “Get off.” “I can’t,” answered Qi Yongrui as he took off his shirt. “Daddy Shun said that he is envious of Uncle Wang. He also wants to hold a grandchild. So, wife let's work hard tonight alright?” Luo Huian: Dear Heavens save me, I am a woman of no desire! **** Resisting the temptation take 2: “Do you think he is good looking?” Fan Meilin questioned the woman who stood next to him. Even though he was the one who won the race and the trophy, his wife was looking at the other mer. “Well yes,” Luo Huian, who was an appreciator of beauty, agreed at once. “Why are you asking this though?” Fan Meilin’s eyes flashed as he smiled at her and leaned in closer to her body as he whispered in her ear, “He might be good looking but I am a better driver. Not only on the track but also in bed, do you want to try darling?” Luo Huian: Resist the temptation! At all costs! I am an iron-hearted woman. ***** Resisting the temptation take 3: “Is this necessary?” Luo Huian questioned as she sat on the couch, watching the mer trace his fingers on her curves while she sat in nothing but modern swimwear. The mer nodded as he wrote on his small notepad, “I need to trace every inch of your skin to create my finest creation, so don’t move.” After he finished writing, he handed the notepad to Luo Huian, his fingers brushing against the curve of her bosom, waist and ——— Luo Huian: My virtue is at extreme risk! ** Fl who is trying to do everything to save her virtue from being taken as it would slow down her cultivation X Mls who are trying their best to snatch it from her. *********** Trigger warning: though the book is set in a comedic setting, there might be some uneasy topics that would discuss depression and loneliness. ***********

Sequel to Guide to raise my cutie husbands. Mo Qiang, an architect was chosen by the fairy of nature who brought her to the world of interstellar where she was punished to revive the nature that she has destroyed with her own hands while creating architecture that she thought was paving way for the future. Now, stuck with a nature-reviving system in a world full of poisonous gases and intergalactic stuff where she has to start from the very beginning and plant more forest and crops while creating a liveable world for the humans, Mo Qiang was suffering. But it sounds easy right? No! In her path she has three villainous husbands, all three of them want to kill her such that they will be able to marry her capable sister after kicking her away who was trashy and good for nothing. Mo Qiang has nothing against them, in fact, she is more than willing to divorce them after securing her life and raising her favourability in their hearts such that they will not kill her but —— Why are they coming for her now? Hello, you all wanted to marry her sister right? Excerpt: “ Here you go,” said Mo Qiang as she pushed the divorce agreement looking at her first husband who was gentle but poisonous like a snake. “ I have already signed the document of our divorce, you can take a look —-wait, why are you taking your clothes off?” The mer looked at her and smiled gently as he took off his glasses and said, “ Looks like my wife is not happy with me not giving birth to our child, don’t worry I will work hard tonight.” Mo Qiang: “…..” I do not want you to work hard! Take second! “ Take this and sign it,” said Mo Qiang, this time more fiercely as she looked at her second husband who was reading a script for his film. “ I am sure you want to divorce me right? I have already signed —-woah! What are you putting me on the bed for?” She asked while looking at the gorgeous face. Her second husband stared down at her and with a blank expression and voice as cold as water said, “ I have to practice a love-making scene, help me, dear wife.” Mo Qiang: “……” This movie that you are shooting is based on the Zerg apocalypse, don’t lie to me! With whom are you going to make love with? A Zerg? Take third! “ Huff, huff..this is the divorce agreement, sign it... I know that your company does not allow idols to date so here sign it,” she said to her third husband who was practising his dance moves. The mer who was dressed in a loose silk shirt and sweat dripping down his body took a look at the document that she was handing him and then hugged Mo Qiang. A second later she heard his sniffling voice while he peppered kisses on her neck, “ Wife you do not want me? Is that the new idol who attracted your attention, I knew it! I will take care of him!” “Put down that knife will you!” And why is the third prince of the imperial family who hated her to the bones coming after her with flowers? She already has her hands full! ….

At Gorlea College, Riniock's dark ambitions take root. Sent off to master the arcane and the mysterious pursuit of odh, Riniock’s farewell is met with disquieted relief from his distant and afeared parents. Behind his polite demeanour lies a chilling secret. With newfound access to the occult arts, Riniock plots to refine his sinister passion — murder — turning his education into the foundation for a twisted legacy that would change the era in unimaginable ways.

What better way to get vengeance on those who betrayed you? death? violence? an “accidental spilling of red wine on white clothes”? No. A betrayal of trust means death, for if she wills it, Then So Shall It Be.

Thomas Blackwood, a brilliant programmer, finds himself at the brink of death, consumed by a debilitating illness. Little does he know that his true journey is about to commence. The story revolves around a man who merges with his advanced AI companion, only to awaken in a mysterious realm. Here, he faces a series of trials set by a powerful entity, bequeathing upon him a unique inheritance. This gift grants him the ability to traverse diverse worlds, each offering unique experiences and challenges. But as he ventures deeper into this multiverse, he grapples with a haunting question: “Was that gift a blessing or a curse?” Thomas Blackwood's odyssey propels him through realms of enchanting magic and realms governed by relentless cultivation. He becomes a knight in one world and harnesses the dark arts of curses in another. "May the dice roll in your favor." **Author's Notes:** - I as the author have employed multiple pen names throughout my journey, including Chaos_Guide, TS Greed, and Slumbering Dragon. - This is a fantasy tale with a morally complex protagonist who does not shy away from embracing the darker aspects of his character. - The story commences in a world devoid of fantasy elements, gradually ascending through the ranks of worlds as the expansive universe unravels. - The narrative truly takes off with the onset of Volume 2, where the first fantasy world unfolds in all its grandeur. Tags: #Villain, #EvilMC, #MatureMC, #LonerMC, #AIChip, #StatusPanel, #Reincarnation, #NoRomance, #NoLovedOnes, #NoFriends, #Dragons, #WorldHopping, #MagicRealms, #Cultivation, #DarkArts, #EpicJourney

A talentless character that was only mentioned once in the novel. The younger brother of one of the main villains. The Ex-Fiance of one of the main heroines. An extra — After dying in an accident, Roye finds himself transmigrated as the disowned son of one of the most powerful families in the world. The world, set in a dark fantasy setting, where humanity still struggles to survive, Roye had fully expected to suffer until... Core Bloodline Acquired- Special Inheritance Gained- Apostle of Death No matter what happens, Roye would do anything to survive in this world.

Henry has a mountain of debt. Henry is not that bright but he can surely punch hard as shit. With a stroke of fortune that he had never experienced before Henry finds himself in an ancient yet familiar land. Debt doesn't seem to care where he is though. See Henry punch his way to wealth and glory and maybe even finally pay off his principal balance.

Arsenal, a downtrodden architectural student, has endured relentless bullying and humiliation due to his poor background. However, his life takes a dramatic turn when he's framed, brutally beaten, and left for dead. In his darkest moment, he receives a mysterious system that transports him to an alternate universe. In this new realm, Arsenal discovers he can earn real-life wealth and skills by completing quests. With his newfound power, he vows to confront his tormentors and reclaim his dignity. But, unbeknownst to him, his ultimate challenge lies ahead – defeating Eldrith, an ancient, all-powerful beast who has oppressed this universe for ages. With his determination and newfound abilities, Arsenal sets out to dismantle Eldrith's reign, confront his earthly bullies, and unravel the mysteries of the unseen realm.

In the heart of Rawalpindi, a shocking tragedy unfolds, shattering the lives of Aliza, a brilliant Satellite Navigator, and her family. When Aliza is found brutally murdered, her sister Aaliya, her fiancé Hamza, and their close friend Fahad are plunged into a vortex of grief, mystery, and betrayal. The tragedy becomes a catalyst for unearthing secrets, leading to a high-stakes investigation that tests the limits of loyalty, love, and justice. Aliza’s sudden death sends ripples of grief through her loved ones. Aaliya, a determined and empathetic young woman, is devastated but refuses to be paralyzed by sorrow. Together with Hamza, a devoted partner and supportive father to their young daughter Fatima, and Fahad, their steadfast friend, Aaliya decides to pursue the truth about what happened to her sister. As the police dive deeper into the investigation, unexpected revelations come to light. Suspicion falls on Faizan, a man with a history of betrayal, whose dark secrets intertwine with Aliza’s professional and personal life. It soon emerges that Aliza’s murder might not only be a personal vendetta but also a matter of national security. In a shocking twist, the investigation uncovers Faizan’s betrayal of the nation, his involvement with dangerous networks, and the covert selling of crucial information from the satellite launching program. Amid the chaos, Aliza’s daughter, young Fatima, becomes a crucial witness. Her innocent drawings provide unexpected clues that spark a new line of investigation, helping the police piece together what really happened the night of Aliza’s murder. However, the plot thickens when it’s revealed that Faizan wasn’t working alone—Komal, a woman hired as a house servant under false pretenses, has also disappeared, leaving behind only a fake ID and a trail of deceit. As the story unfolds, it’s not just about uncovering Aliza’s killer but understanding the web of lies that led to her death. The narrative follows Aaliya’s journey as she battles her own grief while supporting Hamza and Fatima, finding herself thrust into a role that demands resilience and courage. Meanwhile, Hamza struggles to hold the family together, haunted by his love for Aliza and determined to seek justice for her untimely death. Fahad’s unwavering support of Aaliya deepens as they navigate the turbulence together, facing challenges and discovering a shared strength that goes beyond friendship. In the backdrop, Komal’s fate takes a dark turn, as her sins catch up to her in the form of unexpected punishment, hinting that destiny doesn’t overlook betrayal. The climactic courtroom battle becomes a fight not just for justice but for closure, as Faizan's elaborate defense crumbles under the weight of fabricated medical records and falsehoods. With Faizan finally brought to justice, sentenced for his crimes, the story shifts to a brighter note, focusing on healing and hope. The novel concludes with a sense of new beginnings. Hamza and Fatima start a fresh chapter of their lives, learning to live with the scars of the past while embracing a future of resilience. Aaliya and Fahad’s wedding marks a celebration of love, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness, hope over despair, and the indomitable spirit of family. Mysterious Murder is a tale of grief, perseverance, and the pursuit of justice. It highlights the strength found in unity and love amidst the most trying circumstances. It’s a reminder that even in the face of unimaginable loss, there is always a chance for healing and the promise of new beginnings.

When Ignacia Rencalle finds out that she's pregnant, she knows that she can no longer stay by the side of the man she loves. She resolves to run away, fearing the consequences of carrying a child of royalty despite being a undesirable beta. But leaving the palace and her position as the First Prince's secretary to hide her pregnancy proves harder than she thought. With time running out before her baby's existence is discovered by its father, Ignacia fights to preserve her loved ones without getting herself killed in the process. Just days after First Prince Aspen Myllena's appointment as crown prince, his beloved resigns from her position and disappears, leaving him confused and suspicious. But when he receives news that the woman he spent his last, unexpected rut with wasn't a stranger but someone else, he knows immediately that something isn't right. With hostile forces plotting against him from every direction, his desperation to know the truth reaches its peak. Pushed to the limits of his patience, Aspen does something that he never thought he would have to resort to: he starts a rebellion.

Gods are absolute. Gods pass judgment accordingly. Gods are always calm. This is what 18-year-old Arcelus Kai has always believed. Since childhood, he has harbored a burning passion to become a god—something above mortal understanding. Divinity, power, absoluteness itself. Arcelus has trained as hard as humanly possible, honing his skills to perfection. But it’s still not enough. He lacks magic, the one thing that sets gods apart from mere mortals. Despite his relentless training, Asilia knows that without magic, he’s still vulnerable—a mortal who could be felled by something as simple as a bullet. Then one fateful day, everything changes. Arcelus is transported to another world, where he is one of many contestants chosen to participate in a tournament for a vacant position in the divine pantheon. Fueled by his burning ambition, Arcelus seizes the opportunity. No matter the obstacles, no matter the challengers, he is absolute. No one shall stand in his way. Everyone else is but a toy to be broken. He WILL become the next god.

A girl named Karin accidentally gets involved in a murder case at her school. It all started when she accidentally found the body of the school janitor behind the warehouse. This piqued her curiosity about what had happened. She still clearly remembers the blood pooling, turning the grass red. The body lay sprawled with several stab wounds. The corpse looked like a small animal, helpless before its predator, dead just like that. Before discovering the body, she crossed paths with a man. A tall man with a mask and dark sunglasses covering his face. The man also wore a hat to cover his hair. His clothes appeared to be layered, and he carried a large bag that seemed very heavy. However, there was something the man could not hide. The clear scent of blood emanating from his body. Karin had a sharp sense of smell and she was certain the odor she detected was blood. Chaos erupted in the school environment. People started forming their own opinions. Karin was the one most affected. She was often questioned about the body she found. People kept asking her to recount the story. At that moment, a new teacher arrived, diverting the attention of the school community. A young teacher with a handsome face that drew everyone's attention. The murder case faded away just like that. The police couldn't find any more clues. When people started to forget, Karin felt something was off. The young teacher looked strange in her eyes. Karin felt that the teacher was constantly watching her. The teacher also had a blacklist that he showed to his students. He said the book was a record for the naughty children. If their offenses exceeded three times, those naughty ones would be punished. That's when the next murder began.

In a world ruled by a powerful Overlord who has defeated gods, monarchs, and even immortals, nothing remains to challenge THEM. Bored with THEIR perfect reign, THEY seeks excitement through playful destruction. But now, even that has lost its thrill. As the twelve monarchs from different realms gather at THEIR command, the Overlord makes an unexpected announcement—THEY will step down, build the greatest academy ever known, and reincarnate. Their goal: to challenge fate once more, this time as a student in a school like no other, and live THEIR once forgotten life of a mortal. The countdown to THEIR return has begun, and the world is about to witness a new kind of ruler in a different form!

Oriana Burgese is the first daughter of the Duke Burgese with a unfortunate medical condition that puts her to sleep for half the year. Unfortunately, her suffering doesn't stop here. Her family was put to death all for the exception of her and her siblings even her illness was cured only to become a drugged common whore in the Emperor's bed instead of marrying the crown prince. After a while she couldn't take it, she killed the Emperor and comitted suicide in front of the crown prince after being caught. She gets sent back 3 year before her father was accused to make things right.

In the quiet town of Berryville, a chilling presence lurks in the shadows. A cunning serial killer is on the loose, leaving a trail of terror and death in his wake. But his twisted game doesn’t end with the murders. He taunts the police, calling them with cryptic messages and tormenting them with details of his latest victims.

Cupid has the talent to tie red threads of people together, but no one knows that he is a terrible Cupid. His best friend, Nova, is now secretly in love with someone and no matter how terrible a Cupid he is, he still tries his best to help his bestfriend no matter what

After returning in the past David and Liam will do what they do the best, be with each other and survive the apocalypse, but beware, they are murderers. ---------------------- This story have been made using AI but really I did make use of my head. Because this story need human touch. Good read. ps: the art is from Pinterest PPS:Liam has blonde with white patches of hair, I know you'll be wanting to know.

At 21, Skyler was ready for her dream wedding, but everything fell apart the night before. She caught her sister tangled in bed with her fiancé, breaking her heart in the worst way. In her devastation, she found herself in the arms of a mysterious stranger, surrendering to a passion she never thought possible. The next morning, her life took a wicked twist. The most powerful man in the city, Master Logan Lee, found her and made her his hidden wife. By day, the world saw her as a seductive troublemaker, scorned and whispered about, the so-called socialite who’d do anything for attention. But when night fell, she became Logan’s secret obsession—the woman he kept locked away, cherished only in private. Skyler fought her growing feelings for her cold, possessive husband, but Logan’s fierce touch and dark allure pulled her deeper. Just when she thought she’d found her place in his bed and his life, Logan cruelly cast her aside, leaving her on a cold operating table when he found out she was pregnant. Heartbroken and abandoned, she disappeared from his world, leaving Logan free—or so everyone thought. Logan was tormented by her absence, craving her touch and haunted by memories that drove him to the edge. Little did anyone know, Master Lee was slowly losing his mind, desperate to find the woman he had let slip through his fingers… And this time, he’ll do whatever it takes to keep her. -------------------- There will be weekly challenges to earn extra batch chapters so stay tuned... Complete challenges...win Batch chapters

On his first day at the “Endless Abilities Academy,” freshman Su Bei, classified as an F-rank, awakens a new power. It is only at this moment he realizes that their world is actually a comic book. Even more shocking, the protagonist of this story is none other than his classmate, Jiang Tianming. But that isn’t the biggest issue. The real problem is that in the next chapter of this comic, Su Bei is doomed to meet a tragic end in the bathroom! Thus begins his first challenge at the supernatural academy, a quest to avoid his untimely demise. Su Bei: … The only bit of good news? This chapter hasn’t been published yet. He has a chance to alter the story’s direction and escape his cannon-fodder fate. As everyone knows, befriending the protagonist doesn’t guarantee survival from plot-driven deaths. But becoming the protagonist’s enemy? That’s a surefire path to defeat. In the blazing sunlight, a blond boy flashes a mischievous grin, a hint of seriousness glimmering in his purple eyes. “I salute you, this year’s unluckiest of the unlucky!”

A journey to understand the way of humans

The decent of the seven energies had the world in turmoil, and because of this the human race had to be sent to other worlds. The seven energies began to remold the earth but about 30+ people were not affected by the summoning seeing this the world forcefully dragged them to a demonic realm with caused them to dive into endless slaughter . After the remolding of earth, superhumans, cultivators of all sorts, demons, buddhas, gods, and all sorts of fantastical creatures appeared on earth. And with that the human race faces many challenges and many challenges ahead, Tristan Clay who was also dragged to the demonic realm was suddenly struck by lightning and got a mysterious guide Soon after he realized that it was a guide that would drag him to mysterious worlds witch forced him to evolve into an ultimate being . But he would soon realize he wasn't the only one for the other 30+ people who went to the demonic realm was also forced into this predicament.

Axel, a notorious bad boy, falls for Emily, the perfect good girl, in their small town. Their worlds collide, sparking a forbidden romance that challenges their reputations, families, and own demons.

At the peak of his power, Klein could not abandon his obsession with immortality. He spent five years on a dubious elixir of immortality, unfortunately, to be transported into a completely different world filled with fantasy races like Elves, dwarves, giants, satyrs, orcs. Thankfully, the elixir of immortality wasn't a total flop, as it gave potential greater than the Heaven's Chosen with a slight caveat. Klein will have to dabble in various paths of cultivation, orthodox and unorthodox, to reach his dream of immortality. But before all that, he needs to escape the wrath of the elves, for accidentally becoming the Dao Companion of their princess. Unfortunately, the task became a lot harder when he didn't even know their language.