He is a ger, who came from feudal times. His greatest wish is to have a piece of land that belongs to him, marry a hard-working man and have a lovely baby. Live a simple and warm life.... more>>

He is a major general of the Federation ㅡ cold, ruthless, frightening, and aloof. It is the label given by everyone who knows him.

However, the failure of a mission led the strong and cold him to meet the delicate and gentle him. People of two extreme personalities unexpectedly got along harmoniously.

The world says,

The reason why he is cold is that he gave all his tenderness to his little husband.

Only when his little husband is around him can he become approachable.

[A ger slice of life in interstellar world!] <<less

Shocking! An innocent civil servant was reborn into the body of a swindler, only to be forced by a man to do this sort of thing…... more>>

In the feng shui community it was said that Lin Zhushui was omniscient, but now it seemed his only miscalculation was his marriage to Zhou Jiayu.

Zhou Jiayu had a warm nature, thin and tender skin, and soft and brittle bones. He never expected what he worried about the most after his rebirth was to not make a certain someone angry.

Zhou Jiayu: Before I was reborn, I always thought that I would be a staunch socialist successor, until I became a swindler and met a fortune-telling big shot.

Lin Zhushui: Are you unhappy being with me?

Zhou Jiayu: I’m happy, I’m so happy I could die, I’d be even happier if Boss could stop thinking about me being on the menu every day.

Lin Zhushui: Not possible.

Zhou Jiayu: …

Feng shui novel, blind feng shui bigshot gong x fake swindler socialist successor shou, super sweet, sweeter than first love. <<less

Chen Ju, a high school student, is a fearless bully. Relying on his family’s wealth, he shamelessly pursued Jiang Zhou, a transfer student. He would wait at the classroom door after class and block him at the school gate after school. Unexpectedly, Jiang Zhou didn’t appreciate it. Chen Ju, feeling embarrassed and angry, used his cunning to find leverage and threatened Jiang Zhou to be in a relationship with him.... more>>

However, one day, a drastic change occurred in Chen Ju’s family. He went from being a young master whom everyone supported to being a burden that everyone despised. A few years later, Chen Ju transformed into an obedient child.

At a class reunion, Chen Ju met Jiang Zhou, who had become a big boss. The disparity in status and relationship made Chen Ju hesitate, and he could only dare secretly like him.

However, Jiang Zhou, who had always ignored him, seemed like a different person. He was very kind to Chen Ju. When Chen Ju was immersed in this happiness, he accidentally learned the truth. It turned out that Jiang Zhou came to him for revenge.

Heartbroken, Chen Ju cut off all contact with Jiang Zhou and left that place. However, a few months later, while he was eating a big watermelon at his grandfather’s house, he looked up and saw Jiang Zhou, dressed in a suit and leather shoes, standing outside the yard.

“Little Orange, I was wrong. Come back with me, okay?” Jiang Zhou’s eyes were affectionate, and his tone was gentle.

Initially cold, terrible, and sharp-tongued, later becomes gentle and dotes on his wife Gong×Initially innocent and adorable, a pampered young master, later becomes timid, naturally stuttering, and pitiful Shou <<less

Kujo Yuuri, who had been playing Elysia Online, finally changed her occupation to the sage of her desire. Then, she was asked whether to go to the true Elyasia or not and selected [Yes], and somehow went to another world. Furthermore, she became a small child.... more>>

The small sage Yuuri and her companions' love and adventure fantasy. <<less

I am Everiel Solgren.... more>>

I died at the age of fourteen along with the fall of my lineage, in the hands of the emperor.

“I’m weally…”

I thought I was dead. But when I opened my eyes, I found myself back on my birthday nine years ago.

“Am I seriously five years old now?”

Momentary confusion amidst the inexplicable regression. If things go as planned, Solgren will perish once again, and so will I.

To avoid a dreadful fate, the only way is to bolster my father’s, Duke Herwin Solgren’s, influence to resist against the emperor.

Yeah. If Dad protects me, I’ll be fine! That’s all there is to it… except for one little problem.

“Cough, cough…!”

My dad is too frail.

What should I do?

* * *

Herwin silently drew his sword. The blood dripping from the blade belonged to the assassins scattered in the corridor.

“Sloppy.”

“I suppose this will suffice.”

As rumored, Herwin was ‘known’ to be frail. A sickly Northern duke so weak he couldn’t even leave his bed, let alone his chamber. But contrary to gossip, Herwin was strong. Overwhelmingly so, capable of facing multiple assailants alone without breaking a sweat.

“Clean it up without a fuss. Make sure my child doesn’t wake up.” <<less

Qiao Dai, a little sea otter who has lived her whole life in the Pacific Ocean, has transmigrated and become the cannon fodder real daughter of an entertainment novel. Seeing that the plot was about to begin and faced with the tragic end of the original novel, Qiao Dai looked pitifully at the camera: Can I sleep during the performance?... more>>

On the day the show was broadcast, countless viewers saw an adorable girl sleeping on the water. They saw Qiao Dai sleep in the swimming pool in various poses, hugging a doll in her arms, tying herself with ribbons to prevent from drifting away, and rubbing her face with both hands. For a while, the audience, the judges, and the whole program were shocked: Where does this peerless little cutie come from? <<less

I entered a very common male-dominated series set at the end of the century.... more>>

My family happened to be a famous master swordsman family, that will also be shattered and destroyed by the main character in the early days.

There are three sons in this house. The first one is called a genius, the second one is called a mad dog, and the third one is hard to see even if they live in the same house.

Of all things, I’m the youngest in this family.

According to the original, she grew up immature and is destined to die by her older brother and is an extra, who claims to be the ninth wife of the novel’s protagonist.

‘Brother! I will help you!’

First of all, in order to avoid the death flag, I repaired the third older brother, who became a Villain due to a sense of inferiority.

As I got closer to my brother like that, it seemed like I was gradually creating a future that was different from the original, but-

“Hello, Lady.”

The first brother, who lacks character, brought her in.

That’s so sweet! It’s sad to know what kind of hardship you are going through!

Let’s stop this marriage! Third brother is on my beloved list. Let’s add one more person.

“So, sister, don’t marry that guy” <<less

I can still feel the sound of the music that played in that place, on that day.... more>>

On a whim, I uploaded a music video where I wore women’s clothes, but I unexpectedly became famous as a mysterious, high school girl net-musician (despite being a guy). I didn’t think I would be found out since my face wasn’t shown, but my high school music teacher – Hanazono Misao – discovered my secret and used that information to blackmail me.

And then, thanks to the three girls I met through Hanazono-sensei – the mad genius pianist Rinko, the flower-arranging princess drummer Shizuki, and the truant zashiki-warashi vocalist Akane – my bland and quiet grey high school life became full of colorful noise and trouble.

A boy-meets-girls story, filled with love, youth, and band! <<less

Bai Youyou, bound by the little white lotus system, has always been very sincere to do the task, but one day Bai Youyou found that... more>> the female lead actually wants to bring her down. ———— Bai Youyou: Crying <<less

Ruan Ruan’s body was originally a gummy bear candy.... more>>

This inevitably caused her outward appearance to be Q and sweet, whereas her innate character to be honest and well-behaved.

So when she found out that she transmigrated into an ABO world, her first thought was whether she would be stranded on the street and be bullied by a loser Alpha…

Then she met a stranded-on-the-street tall-rich-handsome domineering-president Omega.

The other party seemed to have just gone through a fierce battle—his steps unsteady, he was leaning against the wall while desperately panting, and the tails of his eyes were suffused with alluring flush.

The alley was saturated with the pungent smell of pheromone-masking medicine.

And also, from the domineering president’s body spread a wonderful smell that had not yet been covered by the masking medicine.

And then.

Ruan Ruan found that under her skirt, there seemed to be…

…… It turned out she was the loser Alpha. <<less

Wu Miaomiao was the last in line of the Witch Clan. When she was 2 years old, her master found her a fiancé. When she was 18 years old, she felt that it was time to meet with this fiancé. And so, she carried her school bag and took the train into the city.... more>>

“My dearest husband, come follow me back to the mountains.”

Ji Lang was amused. Amongst the ghosts he had met, this was the first time he met one who came to groomnap.

“In that case, shouldn’t we first have our nuptial night?” said Ji Lang. Wu Miaomiao tilted her head. She felt it was logical and headed home with her husband.

Ji Lang was the reincarnation of Ephialtes. It was said that if he was to be fully awakened, he would possess the powers to drown the entire human population in their nightmares. He could enter into anybody’s dreams, probe into their dreamscapes and pry into their deepest secrets.

Because of this ability, for these 20 years, Ji Lang could not have a good night's sleep. He was forced to sink into all sorts of nightmares till the day he met the girl from the Witch Clan. On the first day he met her, he slept on her bed.

Ji Lang: “You said that you are my wife? (I finally can have a proper sleep (#^.^#))”

The people from the metaphysical world feared the power of Ephialtes. They were constantly wary of him fully awakening his powers and destroying the world afterwards. They planted spies near him to put an end to him upon signs of his awakening.

Wu Miaomiao: “I heard that you people want to bully my dearest husband, I will curse you all oh~~~”

Ji Lang: (#^.^#)

Big shots from the metaphysical world: “When are the two of you going to divorce?”

Ji Lang: “Do you want to die?”

Note: Ephialtes – A nightmare/demon who causes nightmares <<less

Dawon, a Santa Claus from the Korean branch, pays a large sum of money to have his own Rudolph and visits the Korean branch of Donor with a heavy heart. However, what Dawon found there was Korn, a fawn born without a leg.... more>>

Korn, who was scheduled to be euthanized because he was born without a leg, is given an unexpected new life thanks to Dawon, as he is used as collateral until another deer is sold to him. However, Dawon treats Korn coldly, not to mention the zero possibility of Korn becoming his Rudolph since he can't walk alone unless someone helps him, so he has no hope...

This is the struggle of the three-legged deer, Korn, to become the Rudolph of Dawon. <<less

As luck would have it, Luo Shuyan unintentionally found out that she’s a character from a male protagonist novel, and she happened to be the only child of the male protagonist.... more>>

The male protagonist had intimate encounters with countless women. He rose from being one of the poorest to one of the richest in the entire kingdom. He was a man that was above all others.

Well known to all, his only weakness was his dear daughter, who had sadly passed away early on in life. Even the female protagonist, who was placed at the pinnacle of his heart, didn’t dare to mention the name of his daughter.

Luo Shuyan, who was destined to die early, was perplexed with the setting of the story.

Additionally, she found out an even more intriguing fact — The mother and son duo who lived next door to her was the heroine and son from the novel,  “Child Prodigy: Story of a Delicate Mama Fleeing with Her Child”.

#A story where the male protagonist is my father. Plus, an unbelievably cliche side-story of my childhood best friend’s mother who ran away from home#

#A melting pot of stereotypical plot points between male-centered and female-centered novels#

#Sigh, what on earth is happening?# <<less

As a green tea villainess who did all sorts of bad deeds and spread rumours, Song Wan Ying constantly made trouble and framed the female lead.... more>>

Not only did she ruin her career, but she also almost caused the death of the first child of the female lead and the male lead, ultimately ending up in jail.

One day, after crossing over, Song Wan Ying became the universally hated little green tea.

And her nominal husband, Wen Yan, as the main villain throughout the story, repeatedly plotted against his own elder brother to seize the Wen family’s property, even resorting to violence.

Recalling the fate of sitting in jail as described in the novel, Song Wan Ying decisively cut ties and embraced the strongest thigh.

“I really envy Big Brother for marrying such a good wife like you, Sister. If I could marry you, I would definitely protect you well and not let you suffer any grievances.”

“Sister, since I can see that you’re not in a good mood, you’ve come to accompany me. Big Brother, you won’t be angry, right?”

“Sister, don’t be angry. It’s all my fault. Big Brother just said a few words to me. I’m not aggrieved at all T^T ”

“Sister, give me a hug ＞︿＜”

—

Recently, Wen Yan found that his nominal wife seemed to have changed.

She used to be affectionate and devoted to him, but now she doesn’t even pretend anymore.

Song Wan Ying: “I know you don’t like me, and I don’t care what you do outside, I just have one request, you can choose not to come home, but you can’t suddenly come home.”

Until one day, he had a strange idea to come home early at night.

Outside the door, he heard Song Wan Ying’s distressed complaints.

“Sister, you know, Wen Yan is fooling around outside, never at home all day. I know he doesn’t love me, but I can’t help it. No matter what I do, I can’t get his heart… I’m so sad. Sister, can you accompany me tonight?”

Wen Yan: “???”

As he turned around, he unexpectedly met the resentful gaze of his elder brother.

“Can you control your wife and keep her away from my wife?”

Wen Yan: “…..” <<less

It was when I was 10 years old in my second life. I found the young duke that the female protagonist should have saved.... more>>

In these villains and extras’ novels, it is the standard to help, whether it is the female lead, male lead, or villain.

I know the original, too; since it’s like this, should I try to seduce the duke to avoid the death flag?

But in the original story, the female lead said something to him:

‘I like the Duke as he is.’

Hearing this, this guy came to her in the middle of the night while covered in blood.

‘You said you like me the way I am. I love you too, you will never… You won’t leave me, right?’

Phew, you’re hopeless.

Just die.

Rather than saving the young duke, I decided to break the plot and run away.

But…

“You’re a kid with no blood or tears.”

“Argh! I’m sorry!”

*

“Where else are you going to disappear and hide?”

“……….”

“I tell you, no matter where you hide on this damned empire, there’s nowhere I can’t find you,” the Duke said, but it was not scary at all when he threatened me with such an insecure and desperate face. <<less

Anxiang is the most useless pureblood vampire.... more>>

She’s slow-witted and mute, and vampires call her a fool behind her back.

One day, the fool was poisoned and woke up in a different place.

The system told her that she was the mother of the male lead in the novel “The Descent of the Godson.”

She had to have a one-night stand with a man, leave with the child, and raise the future male lead until he turned five.

After completing the task, she would awaken the highest abilities of the pureblood vampires.

So Anxiang entered the wrong room overnight and successfully left with the child.

She worked diligently and responsibly, finally raising the child to adulthood.

However, the system said, “I’m sorry, host, you got the wrong person. Mission failed. Good luck, I’m leaving.”

Anxiang: “……?”

***

Anzimo spoke five languages at the age of three, entered middle school at six, graduated from university at thirteen, and died at fourteen.

He lived his life under his mother’s abuse and oppression.

After being reborn, he was determined to mercilessly retaliate against this despicable woman.

But one day, he inexplicably gained the ability to read minds.

When he deliberately knocked over the food she made—

“Son, you must blame me for cooking poorly.”

When he scribbled on the wall with crayons—

“My son will be a master of abstract art!”

“…Huh!”

Is she a fool?

Until night fell, Anzimo heard a faint voice beside him—

“Son smells so good, I really want to eat him.”

Slurp—

The sound of saliva.

Anzimo: “!!!!”

I thought you were a ruthless villainess, but now you want to eat your own child!!

Later, Anzimo realised that he had been born to the wrong mother…. <<less

Connie, the daughter to a Viscount whose only value is her honesty, and Scarlet Castiel, the most reviled villainess of the era who was sentenced to death ten years ago. When the two people who were never supposed to meet encountered one another at a night party, the story that should have ended with Scarlet's death began anew.... more>>

Although their relationship only began out of mutual interest, they soon became true partners in an effort to unravel the mysteries of a grand conspiracy borne out of the past, that still has a vicious grip on the present. <<less

Soft and cute wife x Arrogant Wolf King, Xie Zhiqing (gong) x Lang Sà (shou), with Xie Zhiqing eventually giving birth (not in a reversed role). Please be mindful of sensitive content. Sending love!... more>>

In the country of Anyu, known for its simple and pure folkways, life was joyful. However, in a certain year, the wolf tribe from the distant grasslands suddenly arrived with a marriage proposal. They sought to wed Xie Zhiqing, the beloved third prince of the current era.

The wolf tribe was known for its fierceness and brutality, declaring that if the marriage proposal was refused, they would annihilate the country. Amidst the clouds of worry, Xie Zhiqing trembled as he stepped forward and said, “I… I’ll marry him… QAQ”

On the day of the grand wedding, Xie Zhiqing sat in the bridal carriage, tears falling. It was said that the Wolf King was a ruthless killer, with a heart like a beast’s. Every full moon night, he consumed raw meat and drank human blood. Xie Zhiqing’s nose tingled, feeling his life was at its end.

However, the Wolf King was extraordinarily handsome and unparalleled. He kicked open the carriage, lifted Xie Zhiqing’s veil, wiped his tears away with his rough fingers, then carried him out of the carriage and onto his horse.

“From this day forth, you are this king’s wife!”

*

A few months prior, during a journey, Lang Sà encountered the young prince of the country of Anyu. The young prince had black hair and fair skin, his brows and eyes exuding gentleness, sweeping over Lang Sà’s heart like a gentle breeze.

Just as he was planning to formally propose, he heard news that the young prince’s country had been wiped out overnight. The young prince’s kingdom crumbled in a single night, and he was tortured to death while fleeing. Lang Sà rushed there overnight, only to find a lifeless body.

Given a second chance, Lang Sà hesitated no longer. He used a mix of threats and inducements to make the young prince his husband.

“In this lifetime, I’ll protect you completely.” <<less

Shen Yunxing becomes pregnant unexpectedly, and the father of the child is Fu Tingzhou, a frequent guest on the financial channel. However, he’s only eighteen, and he can’t afford to have this child. But the doctor says that there’s a risk to Shen Yunxing’s life if he aborts, so he plans to find the child’s father. He spreads the news and intends to escape, but there’s no way out!... more>>

Fu Tingzhou recently had an affair with a young boy. As an older virg*n, he became quite amorous and couldn’t control himself. He intended to find someone for a casual relationship, but the young boy immediately demands that he take responsibility, claiming to be pregnant with his child. Fu Tingzhou finds this amusing, takes the young boy to the hospital himself, wanting to see what tricks he can play. But to his surprise, it turns out that he really is going to be a father!

When friends ask what to do, Fu Tingzhou responds without hesitation, “I’ll raise it.”

—

**On the day he walked into the wrong room due to intoxication, Shen Yunxing didn’t dare to look closely. Later, when they met again, he thought Mr. Fu was someone who rarely smiled and wasn’t easy to get along with. He had an air of a stern senior official.**

**However, after they started living together—**

Shen Yunxing had to go to school, and Mr. Fu picked him up in a car, providing water, blankets, and snacks, ensuring he lacked nothing. When Shen Yunxing was out filming, Mr. Fu treated the entire crew to dinner, and he personally prepared a loving lunch for him. Later, when Shen Yunxing’s pregnancy progressed, Mr. Fu worried he’d be bored at home, so every afternoon, he would take his hand and go for a walk outside. He had become the “Best Model Husband” in the entire villa area.

Who could resist such a Mr. Fu? Impossible!

So, on a sunny morning, Shen Yunxing cornered Mr. Fu against a bathroom wall…

Cute Shen Yunxing with a serious expression: “Mr. Fu, do you have someone you like? If not, then may I ask if you’d like to date me?”

Mr. Fu holding his belt: “… Can I first ask if I can put my pants back on?”

**[Little Theater Scene One]**

After their baby is born—

Serious-faced Shen Yunxing: “Baby, our family is poor, so you have to behave and not spend money recklessly, got it?”

Little baby Zhouzhou pats his little chest: “Got it~”

After scrimping and saving for over a decade, Fu Tingzhou, who had earned pocket money by helping others copy their homework, finally learned the truth: “It’s all lies!! <<less

Shen QingShu, 22, died in an accident. His biggest regret before his death was that he’d been single all his life. He obviously wasn’t a monk, but he’d never eaten meat.... more>>

Then, when he opened his eyes, he saw a handsome, self-assured man standing before him. The handsome man parted his thin lips slightly and asked, “Wanna have a one-night stand?”

Shen QingShu didn’t hesitate at all. “Let’s do it! Twice!”

The next morning, Shen QingShu woke up aching all over. Only then did he discover he’d transmigrated into a book. The handsome guy beside him who’d gone two rounds with him was the protagonist gong, Han Cheng, the second son of the Han Group.

And the original owner of this body was just a disliked, death-seeking cannon fodder.

Shen QingShu: …Well, this is f*cking awkward.

But Shen QingShu didn’t panic. Anyway, he was just a cannon fodder. He figured they’d part in a few days

He knew he was a tool man, a character who only existed to develop the plot.

-Half a year later-

Shen QingShu looked at the man next to him and wondered: It’s been more than six months. Why hasn’t he left already?

Until the day he saw the protagonist shou and Han Cheng meet by accident.

Tool man Shen QingShu immediately felt the call of duty. Eyes shining, he prepared to push the plot forward.

“Don’t come looking for me in the future.” Shen QingShu was extremely self-aware.

Han Cheng was shocked. “Why? Do you have feelings for someone else? Who is it?”

Shen QingShu: … Darling, this reaction isn’t quite right.

“I don’t accept this,” Han Cheng said, furious. “One day as husband and wife means a hundred days of grace. Can you even calculate how much grace we have?”

Shen QingShu: … No, wait, what are you talking about? It’s not like I’m your wife. I’m just a tool man, and it’s time for me to go offline!

However, Shen QingShu found that not only did the protagonist gong refuse to let him go offline, he was going to make him his bride!

Shen QingShu: I’m crying. <<less

After the end of the game “D-Rank Hunter’s Regression,” Yeon Seonwoo awakens under a strange ceiling, only to discover he’s been transported into the game itself as a minor, unseen character. Desperate to return to reality, his plans are thwarted when he’s unexpectedly kidnapped by Lee Jehee, the formidable S-Class hunter and protagonist, plagued by insomnia. Jehee seeks Seonwoo’s mentalist skills for relief. But the term ‘help’ is a stretch for the mentally strained Jehee, leading to Seonwoo reluctantly signing a dubious contract as Jehee’s exclusive supporter – or more accurately, a servant. Bound by this agreement and summoned at will, Seonwoo finds himself entangled in a world of intrigue, power, and unpredictable challenges.
... more>> 40px;"> Will his wit and skills enable him to break free from his master’s grasp and find his way back home, or is he destined to be entwined in this game world forever? <<less

Wen Qing was pulled into an unlimited flow game, and after struggling through the first instance, he received a strange buff.... more>>

System: 【 All inhuman beings will have a good impression of you. PS: ***** 】

Wen Qing asked cautiously: ”What does the asterisks mean?”

System: 【 It means ***** 】

The blocked words are definitely not good at all!

Wen Qing cried: ”Can I refuse this weird buff?”

System: 【 The best hunters often appear in the form of prey. 】

Wen Qing choked. ”Am I the best hunter?”

System: 【 You are the most delicious prey. 】

Wen Qing: ??? <<less

From the age of 7, Qiao Qiao realised that her family wasn't quite the same as her friends' families.... more>>

Her father, dressed in all white, said, "Our girl should learn to cultivate immortality with me!"

Her mother, dressed in battle armor, said, "Our girl should train her body to protect herself!"

When discussing it, they decided to solve it with a duel outside.

Her brother secretly asked, "Qiao Qiao, do you want to be in the entertainment industry with me?"

Then, her brother was kicked out of the house by her parents. She prayed that he was okay out there. 

Qiao Qiao sighed. She was really worried about this family.

She silently collected mech building materials. There was no other way, if she learned how to use mechs, she would be able to get a good job. Unfortunately, her unreliable parents didn't understand.

It seems like the burden of supporting this family was handed over to her.    <<less

At a grand masquerade ball, Judith Peregrine’s life takes an unforeseen turn when she finds herself entangled with a man of enigmatic allure, whose identity is none other than the formidable Emperor Theodore Grain Lu Valdemar. What begins as a mistaken night of passion under the guise of anonymity reveals itself to be a connection with the most powerful man in the realm. As dawn breaks, Judith realizes the implications of her actions: a fleeting encounter with the tyrant emperor demands a heavy price. Now, bound by a sense of duty and a tangle of emotions she didn’t anticipate, Judith faces the daunting task of navigating the perilous waters of court politics and the consequences... more>> of a night that defies forgetfulness.

Will Judith’s unforeseen bond with Emperor Valdemar become her downfall or the key to her ultimate empowerment? <<less

Kang Tae-Seo's behavior of putting his cheeks down on my shoulders was natural enough to feel the heat. Then, as the hot breath penetrated the school uniform fabric and reached the skin, I felt goosebumps.... more>>

The guy whose eyes were shining like he was trying to catch someone just now is rubbing his cheek as if he were a big cat.

In my heart, I wanted to throw a fist and kick him, but in reality, I couldn't move at all and just swallowed the resentment, wondering if this punk was crazy.

"Sigh... you have a sweet scent."

Nevertheless, I wouldn’t accept the Alpha, who has a sweet voice as if he would seduce an Omega.

"It's because I was making dalgona."

I've never made it, but I'll break the mood in a second.

"What is that..."

He's the son of a chaebol family.

Anyway, he was an unpleasant bourgeois bastard. <<less