Animorphs Sacred Host

[Detecting the birth of a new god... Data traction in progress] [Alert! Intrusion detected: %*#... Data traction interrupted] [Divine Revelation Protocol activated. Initiating emergency replication. The Legion of Judges has been dispatched...] [1%... 5%... 33%... 99%] [Replication complete!] [Rebooting and reconstructing the world...] … Becoming a god feels like a grand deception. Instead of ascending to the heavens, you awaken inside a mere clay idol. You have become a god—yet only the weakest, most nameless one. You don't even have a body of your own. [Detecting host awakening... Binding process initiated] [Binding complete. Initial gift pack activated. Congratulations, host! You have obtained the talent: Tribute Hundredfold Amplification!] [A believer offers you a pebble. You receive a Holy Crystal!] [A believer offers you a wooden stick. You receive the Spear of Longinus!] [A believer offers you a harmonica. You receive the Archangel’s Trumpet!] Good. "From this moment forth, the gods shall heed my command. Who stands with me, and who dares oppose?" Seated deep within the sacred temple, you gaze upon the vast cosmos at your feet, looking over the myriad realms with serene indifference.

Warning: There will be a lot of explicit content. No one under +18 allowed. --------- "Extremely Masculine Energy Physique, meets the host conditions, the crooked system is officially activated." Walker who returned to his village unexpectedly receives a system. But something is not right, the system is very lus... [Today's task requires the host to vent his lust before dawn.] [Complete the task, officially enter the extraordinary realm, and have the strongest practice method generated by the system.] [If the task fails, you will suffer from severe impotence and will never get an erection for the rest of your life.] "Fuck..." -----

how a unknown God reincarnate as a human without any memory and power, to conqueror the demons.

[Host, host, I am the System, I can help you conquer the world and the witches with various personalities.] Xi Mu: Hmm... Isn't this an action game? When do we start slashing? [Right... This is an action game, but I suggest that the host also try to seduce the witches along the way, there are generous rewards.] Xi Mu: What rewards? [Of course, the perfect romantic experience!] Xi Mu: No need, I've already played through the romance plotlines. Now I just want to go on a rampage and speedrun the game.] [...]

[Ding! The host is about to die socially, the Goddess Conquering System is activated! ] [Binding successful! ] [Rebirth begins! ] ---- What Happened wasn't i caught masturbating, how could i rebirth? "System, Introduce Yourself" ---- [Goddess Conquering System Activated!] [Main Strategy Mission Unlocked!] [Target – Clara Mackerel] [If Clara violently resists or if you experience social death after being intimate with her, it will be deemed a failure, and you will restart.] [Upon completing the mission, system rewards will be given] ---- "System, do you have any other functions? Is there a beginner's gift package?" Harry asked expectantly. [This system only issues Goddess Conquering missions and rewards for completing those missions.] [In the event of failure, the system will select a time period for the host to rebirth.] [Other functions must be discovered by the host.]

In the vast world known as Boundless Spirit, at the very heart of the land, lies the Jade Heaven Continent, the most spiritually abundant and central hub of cultivation. Yet, amidst this flourishing civilization of cultivators, competition, strife, and warfare run rampant. The Sacred Land of the Immortal Stream, one of the greatest holy grounds, stands at the southernmost end of the Jade Heaven Continent. This place, brimming with dense spiritual energy, serves as a gathering ground for countless formidable experts. Han Ming, an outwardly unremarkable young man, conceals a past shrouded in mystery. In his previous life, he was a scientist who was falsely accused and met an unjust end. However, fate granted him a new beginning in this world of cultivation, bringing along the memories of his past life. He was also born with the Sacred Radiant Body, a physique of divine caliber. By all rights, his family should have cherished and nurtured him. But reality was cruel... He was raised solely as a vessel for the ancestral spirit of his family. Upon uncovering the grim fate that awaited him, Han Ming meticulously devised a plan to escape, faking his own death to sever all ties with his clan and embark on a new life alone. With intelligence, resourcefulness, and unwavering determination, he managed to enter the Sacred Land of the Immortal Stream. Though he started from the lowest rank, his unparalleled talent and profound comprehension allowed him to steadily climb the ranks. Eventually, he earned recognition as a true disciple and was accepted into the Pure Radiance Peak. But tragedy struck... During an expedition in search of the legacy of a Great Emperor, the disciples of Pure Radiance Peak were utterly annihilated. Both the senior disciples and the former peak lord perished, leaving Han Ming who had been in seclusion as the sole survivor. As a result, at just seventeen years old, he was forced to take on the mantle of the Peak Master of Pure Radiance. With his path fraught with enemies and relentless challenges, just as he turned eighteen, a mysterious system that had lain dormant within him finally awakened... [Ultimate Master System has automatically bound to the host.] ……………. In this world, the cultivation system is divided into thirteen major realms: Qi Control, Foundation Establishment, Golden Core, Nascent Soul, Spirit Formation, Body Integration, Nirvana, Heavenly Cavern, Saint, Saint King, Saint Emperor, Half-Emperor, and Great Emperor. Each major realm is further divided into nine sub-stages.

Reborn, Chu Tian—a once legendary underworld kingpin—returns as the major antagonist in an unfinished novel, embodying the youthful incarnation of the Great Hateful Demon Lord. At birth, he was exalted as the Holy Son of the Sacred Heaven Sect. His father, the Heavenly King Emperor, stood among the mightiest on the Heng Tian Continent, while his mother was a divine maiden from an otherworldly deity race. His eldest sister, born with sacred bones, was taken on as a disciple by the Saint God; his second sister, endowed with supreme bones and ancient dual pupils, became an apprentice of the Fate Poison Master; and his third sister… In addition, Chu Tian himself awakened the chaotic demon-dragon body, earning him the reputation of being the greatest prodigy the Heng Tian Continent has ever seen. With his defiant, extraordinary talent and invincible lineage, it seemed he was destined to stand atop all worlds. However, in the original tale, his father was framed by his fiancée’s family, forced to ingest poison in the sect’s prison, his meridians severed, and ultimately died in bitter hatred. His mother and all his sisters met similarly tragic ends—dismembered and despised by the entire continent. Labeled as the “Celestial Calamity, Lone Star,” he was spurned by all realms, falling into the demonic path, and taking on the title of the Great Hateful Demon Lord. Reborn in his youth as the Demon Lord, Chu Tian vows to change this fate. At the very outset, his idealized fiancée, Liu Yun, arrives accompanied by the “Child of Fortune”—a youth whose meridians were ruined by poison—to demand the sacred Meridian Flower Fruit needed to reconstruct his meridians. In the original narrative, Liu Yun colluded with that worthless wretch, framing him and orchestrating the downfall of his entire family. “Child of Fortune?” Chu Feng laughed coldly. The villain’s plunder system was now bound, set to seize everything from the Child of Fortune, awarding Heavenly Fate Points to help its host become the sole Child of Destiny. “Bastard, I give you two choices: First, I kill you and then wipe out your entire family; Second, I will rip this worthless fool’s muscles, peel his skin, and hang him from the sect’s mountain peak.

The story unfolds the fate of a hidden village nestled deep within the Leaves , where the destiny of a group of mountain-top farmers takes a dramatic turn with the arrival of an injured monk and a rare mirror. Witness the journey of a simple family as they rise to eternal greatness. No cheats, pure love for family, and steady step-by-step evolution. A word of caution: If you're a lover of building tribes and cherishing beautiful family bonds, beware of reading this novel. It will leave you with a deep sense of melancholy once it ends.

[WARNING: MATURE CONTENT] I yanked my wrist, trying to pull free, but his grip didn’t budge. “Let me go,” I cried, surprised by how weak I sounded but for goodness sake, this is an elementary school restroom hallway, meaning anyone might walk in at any moment. “No.” He leaned in, his breath warm against the side of my neck. My skin prickled as my toes curled, I hated how my body reacted without my permission. “You’re mine,” he whispered, “Every part of you, your fear, your silence, even that defiance you’re clinging to. It’s all mine. And I’m not about to let anyone else touch or have what belongs to me. Not the world, not even yourself.” **** Kain Locke would never forget that face, the face of the man who smiled as he pulled the trigger, murdering his parents right in front of him. That moment scarred him for life, carving a hatred so deep it kept him alive. That man was Caspian Draeven, a ruthless Alpha who ruled the underworld with fear and bloodshed and as if that wasn't enough, he took Kain too, raising him in his empire of chaos. But Kain wasn’t broken as they expected him, rather, he was burning. Burning with hatred for the man who destroyed his world and he swear to get his revenge. However, Caspian wasn’t the only monster in the Draeven family. His son, Kael Draeven, was just as dangerous, cold, brutal, and utterly loyal to his father which makes Kain hated Kael just as much, if not more. For years, Kain planned his escape, waiting for the perfect moment so he can leave to prepare for his revenge. However when he finally ran, he thought he’d won his freedom. But the unexpected happens when Kael was sent to bring him back, and their confrontation took an unplanned turn. A single night left Kain with a secret he never saw coming and a bond he couldn’t forget, no matter how much he wanted to. But secrets have a way of coming to light, and Kain’s path will lead him straight back to the man he swore to hate forever. Because some bonds can’t be broken. Not even by revenge. ______________________________________ H_Hannie THIS BOOK IS A BL: MEANING IT FOCUSES ON ROMANCE BETWEEN THE SAME GENDER. kindly skip if this type of genre isn't your cup of tea. Thank you. And this book is rated 18+ Strictly for MATURE audiences. Disclaimer: Cover is not mine, I will take it down if requested by the owner. (And it's for temporary use, till I get an official one )

[Entering the Dungeon: Scarlet Premium Choice] [Dungeon type: Solo] [Please choose the position you wish to apply for] [1. Delivery Driver] [2. Stock Clerk] [3. Shipping Clerk] [4. Receiving Clerk] [5. Loader] [Detection of host entering the Dungeon, cheat loading successful] [Please host, choose one of the following three cheats] [1. Purification Template: Possess purification abilities, immune to any pollution] [2. Super Brain: Photographic memory, brain processing capabilities multiplied by ten, immune to mental damage] [3. Zombie Template: Impenetrable skin, immense strength, bloodthirsty, fearless] ... [Entering the Dungeon: Bloody Train] [Dungeon type: Large-scale multi-player Dungeon] [Number of participants: 30] [Detection of host entering the Dungeon, cheat loading successful] [Please host, choose one of the following three cheats] [1. Infinite Soul Coins: Start with 1000000000000 soul coins, spend at your leisure] [2. Hundredfold Amplification: Can amplify a single attribute of yourself by a hundred times, can switch to any attribute at any time] [3. Stone Man: You become an ordinary, unremarkable stone with no presence, you can safely pass this instance] Murru Feng realized that his cheats could be refreshed with every Dungeon World.

A system designed to maintain a desired and increase the desired for the host and help him to achieve everything

Haruto Yamura, 20 years old and a member of the SACRED DESTINY holy Weapon welders gets trapped in a world created by Koronji beings who wants to destroy earth can he escape and safe earth?

Jin Yeong was just another office worker—forgettable, unremarkable, and stuck in a life that never went anywhere. He wasn’t strong. He wasn’t talented. In a world of ambition, he was just… there. Then, the sky cracked open. A voice echoed across the world, mocking humanity’s weakness. A system was given. A chance to survive. People awakened powerful abilities—fire, lightning, super strength. Jin got this: [Limitless Weapon Mastery] "Any weapon you wield is used at its maximum potential." No fire. No magic. No enhancements. Just a simple skill? But soon he and the world will learn a simple truth: It’s not about what you wield. It’s about how you wield it.

In a world where cultivators can destroy the heavens and mortals are as numerous as grains of sand, Lin Huang is reborn for the third time. Haunted by the memories of his previous deaths, he awakens three mysterious systems that guide him in conflicting directions. [Host, you have not yet accepted the disciple with the supreme physique.] [Host, you have not yet tamed the celestial dragon with the primordial bloodline.] [Host, you have not yet seized the opportunity to attain the dao.] While others fight for a single chance at greatness, Lin Huang faces the challenge of balancing the countless opportunities that lie before him. But is he truly in control of his destiny, or is he merely a pawn in a much larger game? But as Lin Huang wields his own power and defies the rules of cultivation, powerful entities begin to sense a shift in the balance of the world. Will he be the savior or the ruin of all?

a story about the life of a school teenager who finds a sacred temple.

[Ding! You've gained ten thousand Points! You can now use "Aphrodisiac X" ] [Ding! Due to the host's tendencies, the effects are twice as effective on females.] [Ding! Due to the host's tendencies, the effects are three times as effective on females deeply in love with their partners.] [Ding! Due to the host's tendencies, the effects are four times as effective on MILFs.] [DING! New Mission: Steal the Tech Hammer CEO's wife and daughter.] [Reward: 5,000 Points]

"God is coming." But it does not bring salvation. "Then that's not our God." You have no choice. "God is coming." We are not ready. "But God is here." And it does not know mercy. This is a tale of burning sacred texts, unspeakable horrors, and foreboding prophecies. It is the story of Kai’len Imperia—the one who would be known as the Sorcerer of No Salvation.

Su Ming transmigrates into the Three Thousand Great Worlds and becomes the Demon Emperor’s heir of the Infinite Demon Domain! He awakens the Ancient Supreme Demon System, as long as he completes system missions, he can obtain primordial treasures, divine weapons, and imperial artifacts, rapidly increasing his strength, plundering the myriad realms, and sweeping through all opponents with absolute dominance! Ding! Congratulations, Host, for successfully conquering the Empress! Reward: Primordial Ancestral Dragon’s Heart Blood! Ding! Congratulations, Host, for successfully plundering the Taiyi Holy Land! Reward: The Primal Truth Scripture! Ding! Congratulations, Host, for sweeping through the Beidou Star Domain! Reward: The Demon Ancestor’s Supreme-Slaying Spear! A few years later, Su Ming has grown into an unprecedented supreme demon lord! He stands at the pinnacle of martial arts, suppressing the ancient titans of all realms! With a mere wave of his hand, sacred mountains and divine lands collapse; with a casual laugh, he slays supreme figures, and massacres immortals! Ancient divine beasts serve as his mounts, the Demon Sovereign Zhonglou is his servant, and the Guanghan Fairy is his maid! Unrivaled in elegance, his demonic might shakes eternity, across the myriad heavens and boundless stars, he alone reigns supreme!

mystery of a princess forgotten in a sacred room what will be her end.

Author-san here! Well, I know you're all here for some adventure, so don't worry. I've got you covered! (^0^)  This is my original work, and I know you all will like it. So shamelessly lean back into your seats and read away!  Of course, don't forget to check out my other books: •I'm The King Of Technology. •Host, Please Be Honest! What Exactly Are You? •And finally: 'In A Cultivation World With An Entertainment Park.' You can also visit my website for more books: https://LumydeeNovels.Gumroad.com/ Well, that's enough of that. So back to the synopsis! ...... What to do? Ji Feng suddenly found himself in the body of a youngster named Wolfram Lockhart, the son of the deceased village head. Okay. So he transmigrated. That, he could live it.  But please... Can anyone tell him why he transmigrated with such a crazy system by his side? [Host, it looks like your uncle is heading your way. Hahahhahaha~... Host, you're about to get butchered. This is fun to watch!] '_' [Host, host, where are you going? So what if you're as weak as a chicken? Come on, dive into the battle. What's the worst that can happen?] '_' [Wait! Host, where are you doing? The battlefield is that way! Host! Host! Host!.. Dammit! What a waste of heavenly popcorn!] (:T^T:) .... One boy, one unbelievable system.  Ji Feng... No!... Wolfram Lockhart... now found himself in the strange world of Grandia, starting from the weakest level ever... A mortal! In this world of palladium, Sky ranking abilities, and Creatures of myths and legends, Wolfram only had one domain from it all.  With his head to the heavens and his little man out of his pants, he was quick to spray his fluid while raining uncountable curses at them.  Why? Why in God's name did they send him a Suicidal system?

Chen Zhen's life is forever turned upside when the flight he is on is attacked by a Lightning Dragon. After falling into a Sacred Abyss, the only way to save his life is to share his body with the souls of a very powerful Dragon and Phoenix. He has never fought a day in his life, but now he must learn to fight to survive in this strange new world. What happens after he falls into the Sacred Abyss starts a chain of events that changes the destiny of two worlds. Does he have what it takes to survive this strange new world in the Sacred Abyss? Will Earth be able to survive the changes that are happening on it? Chen Zhen must create his own legend and return to his family, so he protect them from the uncertain future.

WPC June 2024 Winner ---------------------------- What would you do, if you could transmigrate to the anime you designed? Upon transmigrate to the anime world, Owen found himself standing at the edge of the arena. A tall, coldly beautiful figure held a staff, arrogantly surveying the crowd! At this moment, the system sounded! [Ding, please choose: 1. Challenge on stage to receive a god-tier reward 2. Abandon the challenge and lose 50% HP!] Challenge! [Ding, congratulations to the Host for obtaining a god-tier reward] [God-tier Talent: Order of Merlin, Host's leveling speed increased tenfold!] [God-tier Skill: Mana Void, Host's surroundings become a no-magic zone!] [God-tier Weapon: Godslayer Staff, the strongest weapon! Can transform into any shape!] Nice, let me show you the power of a transmigrator! At this moment, the system's voice sounded again: [Ding, please choose: 1. Host marries the strongest female antagonist and conquers the world together 2. Abandon the challenge and lose 100% HP!] Excuse me??? Is there even a choice here???

Born and raised in the Tail-Zone slums of Peacock District, Euri had one goal in life—a safe and stable corporate job. But the day he discovered the alien game infesting his miniscreen, that goal had to go through some modifications. While the entire human civilization on Planet Nen went to war against the superior lifeforms plaguing the extraterrestrial planes, Euri competed with them all for power by just playing this game! A side-gig that didn’t conflict with his dream of climbing the corporate ladder—how generous can fortune be to bequeath this opportunity to him? Transcending the spatial laws, transcending human notion of cultivation, transcending the rules of Cosmic Development Bureau, Euri began a series of crazy experiments that could perhaps destroy the millennia-spanning schemes of the most advanced civilizations controlling the macrocosm. When interrogated about this fiasco, Euri answered the way a perfect corporate slave should.  “Full credit for this goes to my boss, who provided me with the opportunity..." Tags: Modern world, alternate world, multiple races, game system, beast pets, dragons, vampires, mutants, monsters, scheming and conspiracies, apocalypse, fast paced, violence, gore, duels, politics, cults, comedic undertone, ruthless protagonist, hidden identity, survival, bloodlines, supernatural abilities,

Feng Yun transmigrates into a fantasy world filled with magical powers and immortals. Just as he was wondering about his future, the system activated... [Ding, activation confirmed. The novice gift package will be issued automatically.] ["Ding, congratulations to the host for obtaining a random special physique: Sacred Dao Body of Chaos.] ["Ding, congratulations to the host for obtaining the Supreme Foundation Building Treasure.] ["Ding, congratulations to the host for obtaining a hundred million top-grade spirit stones.] ["Ding, congratulations to the host for obtaining The Celestial Yin Yang Dual Cultivation Technique.] "Hmm, there is a dual cultivation technique, You guys do boring cultivation, I am going with the Dual Cultivation." Feng Yun laughed heartily. Years passed... decades passed... Feng Yun was sitting on the immortal throne, embraced by his immortal wives, and sighed in satisfaction, 'This is life.' ------------------------ Release Schedule: 7 chapters per week. ------------------------ DISCLAIMER: English isn't my native language, there's bound to be some errors here and there. ----------------------- Join Discord Server→ https://discord.gg/pZVsJWS

Leo was a simple elf in a world of humans. But after taking on a vast responsibility, he soon learns that dealing with a dragon's world is dangerous. After losing a lot, he gathers his courage and learns the practice of war isn't glorious but sad. He grows stronger and stronger until the day that he and his dragon Twilight finally take down their enemy--The enemy of mankind itself.

The apocalypse has arrived, and I have risen against the heavens. The nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and calcium in the soil have become the source of my power. Every mouthful of earth enhances my strength, bone density, and muscle elasticity, granting me immeasurable might—so great that even bullets cannot harm me. I wield the Colossal Bow and Arrow, capable of endlessly condensing energy arrows that shatter the skies. It can also transform into an invincible gauntlet, making me unstoppable in both ranged and melee combat. I possess a dimensional space, where I cultivate mutant crops, raise powerful mutated beasts, and even enjoy the company of my supreme wife. Whenever I venture out, I ride my tri-modal warship, soaring across the land, sea, and sky at will. Mutant zombies, monstrous creatures, and man-eating plants all tremble in fear before me, utterly powerless.

In a world on the brink of chaos, Athavan rises from obscurity to power, armed with an unmatched intellect and a vision that defies destiny. But beneath his calculated moves lies a secret—one tied to an ancient force long forgotten, a mystery that could alter the balance between creation and destruction. As unseen enemies manipulate the world from the shadows, Athavan is thrust into a dangerous game where betrayal is inevitable, alliances are fragile, and power is the only currency that matters. With every step, he uncovers hidden truths that challenge everything he once believed, forcing him to walk the fine line between savior and conqueror. But time is running out. A long-dormant force is beginning to awaken, and Athavan must outmaneuver those who seek to control it—or risk being consumed by the very darkness he fights against. The first volume of the Sacred World series, Sacred Stone, The Rise of Athavan, is a gripping historical fantasy infused with Hindu mythology, military strategy, and high-stakes intrigue—a tale of power, destiny, and the fine line between savior and conqueror.

*Warning: Mature Content Ahead* Blocks of rocks plummeted from the sky, mysteriously transforming into stone statues mere minutes later. These enigmatic monuments, known as the Sacred Statues, held an extraordinary power: they could transmute people's deepest fears into extraordinary abilities. Someone terrified of heights found himself soaring to dizzying altitudes, confronting his darkest dread. Another, afraid of isolation, became invisible, doomed to be ignored by all. A person fearful of public scrutiny began to radiate an intense, attention-grabbing glow. And one who dreaded demons found himself bound to that malevolent entity, his worst nightmare incarnate. In a world where terror becomes power, the boundaries between fear and strength are tested. Those who face their fears are granted extraordinary abilities, but at a steep price. For Jax, his greatest fear of souls becomes his darkest reality. To harness the power of the Sacred Statue, he must first conquer his terror and become the very thing he fears, a trial known as the First Trial. Only upon conquering their phobia could they wield their newfound abilities and earn the esteemed title of "Master." As the Sacred Statues continued to fall from the sky, a new era of transformation began. The weak discovered untapped strength, and the powerful became even more formidable, all thanks to the extraordinary gifts bestowed by the mysterious statues. Will Jax overcome his fear and unlock the secrets of the Sacred Statue, or will he succumb to the very terror that haunts him? Can he find a way to wield his newfound power without losing himself to the darkness? Dive into this gripping tale of self-discovery, transformation, and the true meaning of courage.

*"Why should there be a synopsis for the history of fiction's existence? I write this to share the truth about my father, a being burdened with the weight of all realms. This story isn't just about him—it's about the beings who fought for and against the world we know today. Father never wanted me to write this because he thinks he isn't worthy enough, but I can't let his works be hidden, no, what type of daughter would I be to such a loving father. Father’s life is a history of pain and sacrifice, a tale misunderstood by many. I hope you, who exist beyond our realm, yes you, will read this sacred text and come to see Father as I do—not as a monster, but as the savior who bears it all. Within these texts, you will discover the truth of how our world came to be. Why Father did what he did, and maybe your hatred will be justified. Father made terrible mistakes, yes, terrific ones that deemed to meter out his extinction, but he strived on. I do wish that Father's life impacts and teaches you all, just like It did to me. It is the history of creation and destruction, friendship and betrayal, hope and despair. Father and his companions envisioned a better existence for us, though he suffers for it even now. I hope this changes how you see him—and perhaps, how you see yourself. From your humble existence, Snow."*

Seven Sins Seven sisters Seven Arch-Parasites Seven Host. Orion a late bloomer who didn't get a system was terrified as he couldn't accept it. But something happen, something he never thought in his life will happen. When one of the seven picked Orion everyone changed, Orion was now blessed with a system, why was he blessed? But again lust is one of the sins and he was here to be strong, revenge and conquer all the women in the world. Perhaps 100 lady in his harem, who knows 200. (ALERT) ♥Unconscious host detected♥ ♥Host body damaged to the core, useless, but yet something can be sensed.♥ {Scanning Host Body} ♥Seven sins detected in host body.♥ Compatible sin is Lust.♥ ♥ Compatible sin is Greed.♥ ♥ Compatible sin is Gluttony.♥ ♥ Compatible sin is Sloth.♥ ♥ Compatible sin is Wrath.♥ ♥ Compatible sin is Pride.♥ ♥ Compatible sin is Envy.♥ {Initializing System Integration.} ——————————— 6:00 am (CST) 11:00 pm (WAT) 5:00 pm (EST) 11:00 pm (CET) 3:30 am (IST) ———————————