In her past life, Sarah betrayed Shaw for her uncle Lucas and died brutally. Shaw then sacrificed his own life for her. Reincarnated back to their breakup night, she vowed, this time, she'd never leave Shaw, and Lucas must pay.
The cold-faced male lead was unexpectedly assaulted by an unfamiliar woman while being pursued. He commands his followers to chase her relentlessly. After years of hiding, the woman returns with twins, filled with apprehension. To her surprise, the male lead, now captivated, embraces her as his beloved.
A tragic car accident, leads to the older sister's death as she tries to save her younger sister. In the midst of her grief, the younger sister is framed and forced to become her brother-in-law's wife. He, however, despises her because he blames her for his wife's death. Misunderstandings from family and friends, traps set by enemies, and the troubles of innocent friends push the younger sister into severe depression, resulting in a mental breakdown. When the truth finally comes out, it might already be too late.
With her half-sister Iris Sanderson's impending nuptials to Jasper Lyons, who had ardently pursued her for four years, her mother Emily Sanderson coerced Elliana Sanderson into a sham marriage. Unforeseen revelations surfaced, Elliana had been married for years, her husband being Jasper's uncle, Gavin Lyons, leading her to probe into the truths shrouding their union. Mistakenly believing Elliana manipulated events for the benefit of the Lyons family's estate, Gavin embroiled himself in a battle of wits, unraveling a startling reality: Elliana, swapped at birth by Emily, was, in truth, the esteemed Dr. Elliott, Gavin's long-standing admiration. An evolving bond between them blossomed as they advanced through adversities, culminating in a union borne out of mutual affection.
Growing up with the Grays, Selene agreed to marry Ezra, who Ezra didn't want to get married too soon. Selene had accidentally slept with Lance, a friend of Ezra's who had adored her since they were little. Lance and Selene eventually fell in love and were married after a lot of struggles.
Riya Hurst chased Liam Clay for years, but he never reciprocated her love. Yet, a drunken night led to their marriage. After years of disappointment, Riya realized she'd never get his love and then sought a divorce. However, a car accident took her back to the days before their SATs. In this new life, Riya decided to let go of her pursuit of Liam, but fate had other plans. Liam became her determined suitor.
After regression, Libelle decided to avenge. She rescued Prince Torrent, outwitted Jason and Euphemia, who caused her death last life, and made a brilliant showing in the martial arts competition. What’s more, she joined forces with Prince Torrent against a series of hardship. Finally, they fell in love with each other.
Blind Chloe Lewis discovers her boyfriend, Liam Yates, betraying her with her best friend. Liam is caught in the act, violently assaulting Chloe and even trying to extort money from her, setting her up to be sent to the bed of billionaire Carter Scott. Carter is drugged by Liam and has a one-night stand with Chloe. Chloe flees in panic after waking up, only to find herself pregnant two months later. When Liam coerces Chloe to confront Carter for money, Carter, haunted by memories of a childhood savior he still yearns for, coldly proposes an abortion, wishing to avoid any entanglements. However, Carter's grandmother intervenes, demanding he marry Chloe under the threat of her own life. Carter reluctantly agrees, imposing a harsh marriage contract on Chloe that strips her of any future rights to their child post-divorce. Despite his disdain for Chloe, whom he blames for entrapping him, Carter remains obsessed with finding his childhood love, symbolized by a crescent moon necklace. He mistakenly identifies Yvonne York, a schoolmate of Chloe's, as his long-lost savior, unaware that his true rescuer is actually his detested and hated wife, Chloe...
After getting drunk, Aria accidentally slept with her best friend’s brother, whom she secretly liked. They married hastily. She thought it wouldn’t last long, but after the marriage, Julian doted on her—turned out that accident was his plan. Actually, Julian had secretly loved her all along…
20-year-old Shane Johnson's accidental pregnancy with Noah Brown - her best friend's cursed uncle - becomes their salvation when he rescues her from abuse, forging an unlikely love that breaks his family's deadly curse.
Scarlett Windsor, heiress of the Windsor Group, is betrayed by her sister and fiancé—left for dead, her memory shattered, and her spirit broken. By chance, she is rescued by Shane Fontaine. After an attack jolts her back to reality, she regains her strength and sharpens her mind. Now, she is ready for vengeance.
Jonathan inherited a seemingly worthless convenience store from his grandfather, which unexpectedly linked him to other realms. Trading with cultivators from these worlds, he was granted extraordinary powers, which led him to meet Sophie. Together, they conquered obstacles, got married, and found everlasting happiness.
A couple in love for many years is about to tie the knot, and everyone envies this perfect match: the rich heiress Hailey Smith and the CEO of Riley, Dane Riley. But in the shadows, Hailey's sister has been secretly having a crush on Dane. On the day of the wedding, Hailey thinks she'll be the star of a happy love story, but instead, she faces a shocking trap.
To pay off her father's crippling gambling debts, Ginny works day and night as an Uber driver. Her life takes an unexpected turn when a handsome yet arrogant CEO destroys her only source of income. Fueled by rage, Ginny storms into his company to demand justice but ends up becoming his personal driver and contract bride. As they navigate their clashing worlds, external threats, and personal conflicts, will this bickering couple overcome the odds and find their happily ever after?
เซียนแท้อู๋หมิงใช้วิชา หนึ่งปราณแยกร่างออกเป็นสามร่าง แต่เกิดข้อผิดพลาดตอนรวมร่าง จึงจำเป็นต้องผนึกดวงจิตเทพทั้งสามไว้ในอีกมิติ และร่างเดิมของเขากลับกลายเป็นคนธรรมดา แต่ทว่าภรรยาและลูก ๆ ของเขากลับต้องเผชิญหน้ากับภัยอันตราย!!.
Slacker Sam returns to his alma mater as a sports teacher to fulfill a marriage pact. With his anti-cheat system, he infiltrates exams in disguise, creates chaos with zero-score templates, and hijacks voice assistants to expose tech-savvy cheaters. No rule-breaker escapes his radar.
Estelle Turner caused a stir at the wedding of her stepsister Lucilla Turner and Kellan Branson, demanding that Kellan marry her. The Bransons present were all furious because they believed that Estelle caused the death of Kellan's younger sister. However, Kellan was afraid of affecting his company’s image, so he agreed to marry Estelle. After the two got married, Kellan did many things that hurt Estelle under Lucilla's instigation, and Estelle gradually lost her hope after being hurt again and again. Shipley Frazier appeared and comforted Estelle multiple times, which deepened the animosity between Kellan and Estelle. When everything was about to become irreversible, Kellan suddenly discovered that Lucilla was the culprit for his sister's death. He realized that he had wrongly blamed Estelle and began to make up for his mistake. However, Kellan was diagnosed with liver cancer. To make Estelle live a happy life, Kellan secretly divorced her. Estelle broke down and left. On the way, she learned about Kellan's deep love for her and decided to go back and wait for Kellan to wake up.
Ethan neglects son Shawn while favoring his ex-lover's child, causing Sylvia and Shawn anguish. They leave, meeting Marcus, Shawn’s cello teacher. Marcus provides paternal love Ethan lacked, forming a supportive family trio. Meanwhile, Ethan bears regret for past neglect.
Lifelong rivals Cherry and Samuel accidentally fall for each other after a one-night stand. Their feuding mothers, Remi and Skylar, once love-hate friends, unknowingly push them closer, leading to chaos, comedy, and unexpected love amidst family drama and old grudges.
Ansley Cahn followed her father on an outing when she was young. Due to her father's momentary negligence, she was abducted by human traffickers and taken to a village. Many years later, her father came to this place for investment, and fate brought him into contact with Ansley again. However, after years of separation, they no longer recognized each other. The local customs were rough and lawless, and many investors had failed here. Can Ansley help her father escape from trouble, and will they recognize each other as father and daughter?
Sebastian misunderstands Nora, believing that she has harmed Yana. Fueled by this misconception, he forcefully demands Nora to save Yana. However, after the incident, he shows no concern for Nora's well-being. After Nora left him, Sebastian tirelessly searches for Nora. During his investigation, he gradually uncovers the truth behind the previous events and experiences immense regret.
Chloe's sister was driven to suicide, and her mother was beaten into a coma. Since then, Chloe quit school and entered the club to seduce Jasper, the powerful heir, for revenge. She faked weakness to use him. But against her will, she ended up falling for his exclusive love…
Xander Vesper stumbles upon a vanished swordcraft while shielding his sister, catapulting him into celestial cultivation. Through severing divine shackles, he forges himself into the Blade Sovereign reborn.
To secure an investment, Sophia's parents forced her to stay with her boyfriend, Lucas, which led to Sophia being harmed by his idealized first love. At her lowest point, Ethan steps in, offering her a way out through a marriage contract. Adapted from Fanqie Novel The Ultimate Devotion
Transmigrating into the doomed lady of the house in a romance novel, she was betrayed on her wedding night. Knowing the original's tragic end but refusing to face a similar fate, she boldly decided to marry a comatose rich heir for safety. But faced with hidden schemes, she must fight fiercely to protect her new life.
Waking up as the Child of Fortune in a novel she binged on, Renee was taken in by Varyl Peak’s master and his three disciples, who unexpectedly could hear her inner thoughts. Set to rewrite her fate, Renee helped them fight against the schemes of the original female lead, Thea, who was armed with a system, and soar to supremacy.
Sherry was transmigrated into a world where her children were destined to be tragic side characters. She helped her son reclaim his legacy and her daughter overcome insecurity. When David entered their lives, the family united to defy fate and rewrite their story.
Modern doctor Claire transmigrates into a tragic novel as the dispensable noble daughter. To escape her brutal fate, she schemes to marry the doomed Prince Alexander, planning to live safely as his widow. But when the icy prince survives and becomes obsessed with her sharp wit, their marriage ignites into a lethal game.
Years after losing touch and never getting along, Sissy Mae and Zara Collins are married by their moms without them even being there. Sissy plans to divorce Zara by claiming they’ve been living apart for two years, but things take an unexpected turn when Zara’s mom schemes to have Sissy move into Zara’s house, making them roommates.
Timid Charlotte awakens to a horrifying truth—she's the villainess in a novel, doomed to die eight brutal deaths. Refusing her scripted fate, she embraces ruthless vengeance. Armed with knowledge of the plot, she systematically dismantles the protagonists' hypocrisy, exposes their lies, and strips Sophia of her "heroine halo".
At her father's funeral, heiress Kendall Bryant is drugged by her husband, Tristan Corman. She wakes to learn he's been in love with another man and plotting to steal her inheritance. Kendall escapes and ends up in a one-night stand with Elliot Holland—her new intern, who's hiding something too.
Her pregnancy only exchanged one paper, which made her daughter and her suffer like hell. Even though he hated this woman so much, his heart hurt when he saw her tears.
Eleanor unexpectedly gets pregnant after an encounter with Philip. They conceal their marriage at the company, yet misunderstandings multiply. She gradually discovers his love and care, letting her guard down. Helping each other through turmoil, they resolve conflicts and embrace newfound happiness, embarking on a new journey.
They have been childhood sweethearts for ten years, but his bride is not her. When she is drugged, the rich man Ethan Jones saves her. Five years later, they meet again, she returns home with two lovely babies. She escapes and hides herself, but still gets caught by him. He says, "I’ve swore, when I catch you, I will never let you go."
Once the queen of gambling, Rebecca Quinn quit out of conscience. However, a homecoming banquet reveals nothing but betrayal. Her relatives join forces to swindle her out of $38,000, claiming that family ties don’t work in gambling. This time, she’ll teach them a hard lesson, not to win, but to destroy the game that devours humanity!
Elizabeth disguises herself as a sex worker to deal with a date with a notorious chauvinist pig, set up by her evil stepsister. But she accidentally sits at the wrong table, leading to her chance meeting with the richest billionaire in town. Even more to her surprise, he proposes to buy her... "special services"?
While Ruby was in school, she was forced by her mother—who ran a bar—to work part-time. She served as a bartender at the family-operated bar, earning tips to supplement the family income. One night, her mother pressured her into drinking with customers; afterward, she was drugged by a hooligan who then followed her. Fortunately, Brian Sage, the heir to the Sage family, came to her rescue just in time. The two had a one-night stand, and after Ruby unexpectedly became pregnant, Brian took her back to his home. As time went by, their bond gradually deepened, and they slowly fell in love. Meanwhile, they jointly uncovered the mystery of Ruby's lineage.
After having a spiked drink, Lucien Roberts spent the night with Cecelia Payne. Assuming Cecelia was behind it, he had been cold to her after he married her at his grandpa's request. Five years later, Cecelia voluntarily divorced Lucien. Only then did he realize how wrong he was about her and how much she had done for him.
In her past life, Jade was her family's punching bag, enduring endless cruelty and meeting a tragic end. But fate gave her a second chance. Sent back in time, she rose from the ashes, building a life of brilliance and independence. As she soared, her family came to realize what they'd lost—but it was far too late.
To cover the medical expenses for her mother's surgery, college student Nina sells her first sexual experience at a hefty price to a stranger named Ian. Shortly after, her mother's condition deteriorates, and she urgently needs an artificial kidney transplant. Evan, a suitor of Nina's, takes her to seek help from his uncle. Nina is shocked to discover that the uncle is none other than Ian, the man from that fateful night. In a panic, she attempts to run away, but Evan drags her back to Ian, revealing that only Ian's research conglomerate has the artificial kidney her mother needs. Biting back her pride, Nina pleads for Ian's assistance. However, Ian sets harsh conditions for the deal, determined to pull her back into the madness of that night...
To escape royal pressure to marry, Prince Philip of Lavinia flees to the U.S., posing as a palace gardener. There he meets Anna, a woman betrayed by her boyfriend. They enter a flash marriage and join forces to defeat her scheming stepfamily. When Philip reveals his true identity, love wins—royal approval included.
Kevin Hunt' s family got kicked out because his uncle stole, and his father took the fall for him. Transmigrating into his body, the hero activates the trading system and trades with it for all kinds of amazing things. Starting with fishing, he makes a lot of money for his family and lives a great life in Qualand.
Charles Cook, after conquering martial arts elites, became the best. Honoring his mother's wish, he wed Nancy Miller for three years. Yet, when Nancy's lover David reappeared, she realized she couldn't be without her understanding husband.
A struggling university student, Bella, unexpectedly has a one-night stand with Ian, a cold and restrained CEO with fertility issues, and ends up pregnant with triplets. From then on, she is showered with endless love and care from Ian's family.
On the eve of his wedding, deliveryman Richard King unexpectedly inherits a vast fortune, becoming a billionaire overnight. When a demand for higher expenditures shatters his engagement, he finds new purpose aiding college friend Susan Grant. Their growing bond sparks a romance that blooms into a marriage envied by all.
Princess Lexi woke up in the modern world as a starving girl who had been swapped at birth, unloved, and left to die. Furious, she left behind the man who had never cared for her and made the town's biggest loser her new dad. She was ready to turn trash into treasure.
Kylo Carter, a food delivery driver, was the long-lost son of the tycoon Tyler Mayn. He and Mary Kain had planned to obtain their marriage certificate at the courthouse, but as they prepared for the wedding, they encountered a series of unexpected events. Ultimately, at the Regal Corp's banquet, Kylo publicly revealed his true identity. With Sean Zink offering half of the Zink family assets, Kylo successfully proposed to Mary.
When Ryan's world fell apart, a new door opened. An unexpected romance with Sophia, his ex's boss, set him on a journey of total transformation. He leveled up in life and in love, achieving everything he ever wanted, while Crystal, the one who betrayed him, faced the bitter consequences of her own greed.
"The heir of the Wright family, whose sexual function was impaired in a car accident, was giving up. Then he ran into Lily, his teenage crush and a rehab therapist. Through her kindness and expertise, he regained both inner strength and physical health, and reclaimed his lost love."
Evelyn entered into a whirlwind marriage with a stranger named Vincent to escape her jerk ex-boyfriend, Tyler. She expected her married life to be mundane and uneventful, but to her surprise, this stranger turned out to be from an ultra-wealthy family!
College freshman James accidentally obtains a game called “I'm the World's Richest Man!”, kicking off his rags-to-riches journey. Using the game's powers, he easily overcomes life’s struggles, wins the heart of campus belle Nina, and amasses wealth and power. In the end, he manages to his family and marry his true love.
One night. One mistake. Mia never expected to wake up next to her cold, by-the-book university professor, let alone end up pregnant. Just when she's on the verge of breaking down, Professor Carter stuns her with a proposal. Next thing she knows, they're living under one roof as husband and wife.
After dying from extreme dieting, Sarah Fairfax finds herself in a novel as the notorious mother of three destined villains. Determined to change their tragic fates, she uses her wit and courage to rewrite their destinies, fighting against all odds to protect her children and herself from certain doom.
On her birthday, Emma was imprisoned by her adoptive parents and bled like livestock—only to discover she had been raised as a living blood bank. When the couple escalated to selling her organs, she fled. She was saved by Lucien, the mafia don who had come to dismantle the trafficking ring, but, mistaking his lethal justice for murder, she ran again. Cornered by her foster parents a second time, she was rescued by an elderly London earl—London’s richest—who revealed she was his long-lost granddaughter. Overnight, Emma became the crown jewel of British high society.
Trapped in a toxic family, Mia Lewis used Sean Davis to escape, until his unwavering loyalty made her fall in love. From lust to obsession, their bond became her salvation.
During the freezing doomsday, Sean was tragically left in the snow by his crush to die when unexpectedly, he time-traveled to three days before the end of the world. Determined not to be a simp again, he used the Treasure Bowl to store tons of supplies and create a refuge base, dominating the doomsday and getting true love.
Yates Nelson, weary of celestial battles, retreated to the Mortal Realm. A Queen's sudden appearance in his bed led to a mysterious connection. A decade later, she returned with a girl, his alleged daughter. Yates, now a mortal, unravels confronts across realms, stirring chaos in his quest for truth.
Bryan Jones, a security guard, accidentally gained x-ray vision and the ability to foresee the future. Despite his newfound powers, misfortune soon followed. In a stroke of luck, he was rescued by Ivanna Childs, a successful woman. To repay her, Bryan used his abilities to support Ivanna's career. After many incredible adventures, he won Ivanna's heart and stepped into a bright future
Brave general Winona Yale, honored by the Emperor, defended her sister Yvonne Yale at her wedding, battling betrayal. After aiding her sister's divorce and arranging her marriage to Duke Matias, Winona confronted their parents who had abandoned them, vowing to make them regret forever.
When her friend's job is on the line, ordinary employee Nora dons a disguise as a man to pose as billionaire Charles' date. Amidst the chaos of fake dates, office intrigue, and a web of misunderstandings, an unexpected romance blossoms. But when feelings get real, can love really cross the class divide?
"Mic, do you want a wife? Just say yes, and I'll get you one." Modern engineer Mic Ford wakes up as a rogue in chaotic times, crossing paths with a noblewoman on the run. Armed with blade and bow, he vows to carve a path through the turmoil. He's bound to protect his newfound family and survive.
Poor Lilah Hall lands a summer job interview… and a wild night with Erik Ward, heir to a billion-dollar empire! The explosive consequence? Pregnancy. He brands her a gold-digger, plotting to take the baby and ditch her. But trapped together, her innocence gradually melts his heart, and love sparks.
FBI agent Aron Smith infiltrates a dangerous mafia wedding as part of a covert operation, disguised as a high-profile heir to the Camorra family. However, he is shocked to encounter Dawson Ciriaco, the man he thought he killed three years ago during a botched undercover mission. As the two navigate their dangerous game of trust, betrayal, and unresolved emotions, they uncover a vast conspiracy within the mafia, leading Aaron to choose between loyalty to his mission and his feelings for Dawson. In this high-stakes crime thriller, love and revenge collide as secrets from the past threaten their lives and the stability of the mafia empire .
Sa araw ng engagement ni Nora Lynn, sinet-up siya ng kapatid niyang babae at naka-one night stand niya si Chris Bryan. Dahil dito, hiniwalayan siya ni Chuck Harris, at itinuring siyang kahihiyan ng Lynn Family. Matapos ang limang taon, bumalik si Nora na may quadruplets, at muling nagtagpo ang landas nila ni Chris Bryan.
Anna Harper and Sean Potter enter an arranged marriage after meeting through family introductions. Anna then begins working alongside Sean at SkyAir. As they spend more time together, their understanding and affection for one another deepen. Together, they learn to face life's challenges, ultimately enjoying a happy marriage.
Wade’s daughter needs a fortune to survive, but he loses it all to a scam. He suddenly gains the power to stop time for 60 seconds and gets the money back, but also runs into a casino war. He fights with gambling, breaks the criminal group, saves his daughter and renews his life with love and family.
Aria, a divorce lawyer, is betrayed by her husband Leon and Bianca, who also covets her property. When client George hires her to investigate Bianca's affair, complex entanglements arise between them. George sets traps to counterattack, and Aria discovers his obsession stems from a childhood bond. Finally breaking free from marriage, she chooses to face the future with George, exploring human redemption under betrayal and self-reconstruction.
Heiress Sara Lane is suffering from poison when a mysterious beggar, Mark Luvane, steps in with a miraculous cure. Though everyone doubts his skills, he turns out to be the legendary War God and Healer Sage—and Sara is his reincarnated true love. Eventually, Mark silences the doubters, defeats his enemies, and wins Sara's heart.
Sara Lawrence, lobby manager of Glory Hotel, wrongly accuses a security guard, Brooks Lewis, who appears in the Presidential Suite of theft. However, this old man turns out to be her boyfriend's father. Brooks is also taken by surprise when he finds out that the rude girl Sara is the girlfriend of his son, who is a CEO.
Michael Stone, a nobody at an antique shop, frees a Divine Dragon and gains X-ray vision. Spotting fakes with ease, he exposes his boss’s scams and helps the elegant owner, Sophie Sunner, save her business. From local markets to the national Antique Expo, his gift makes him a legend.
An ER nurse is forced to sign a contract with a powerful mafia boss, launching a whirlwind romance that evolves from coercion to destiny as their worlds dramatically collide.
Air traffic controller Luna Reed has secretly harbored feelings for Francis Lester, now a commercial airline captain, since high school. They enter a marriage of convenience that starts as a practical arrangement but gradually blossoms into a genuine and heartfelt love story as they navigate their intertwined lives.
After being framed and forced into a marriage with a supposed scrap collector, Vanessa Hart discovers her husband Jasper is actually a wealthy tycoon. As love grows between them, they unite to face those who wronged her, uncovering long-hidden family secrets.
My life took an unexpected turn. I lost my right eye while trying to do the right thing. Despite my best friend's efforts to help me, I struggled with pain for three long years. Just when my condition seemed hopeless and I was ready to give up, I unexpectedly came across a supercomputer called "MagiVision" that turned everything around.
After Reina finds out her boyfriend cheated on her with her adopted sister, she hooks up with the first guy she meets — Grey, her ex’s wealthy uncle. To get revenge, she proposes a fake relationship with Grey, but their fiery chemistry soon makes things complicated.
Vivian, a retired Mahjong legend who swore off gambling, is forced back when her son loses everything to the casino Sky Palace. Facing her senior Derek, she engages in a final high-stakes duel, exposing his crimes and proving the truth that those who gamble for a long time will surely lose.
In a bygone era, within the confines of an orphanage, twin sisters Shira and Bella York faced a pivotal moment as Shira gave the opportunity for a prosperous adoption to her sister Bella, who was burdened with a heart condition. This selfless act triggered profound changes in the sisters' trajectories... Over time, Bella rose to prominence as the heiress of a wealthy family, leaving no stone unturned in her quest to reunite with her sister. Meanwhile, Shira endured tribulations within her in-laws' domain, enduring deceit and destitution, ultimately succumbing to a tragic fate with a fall from a towering edifice. Witnessing Shira's frailty in a sickbed, Bella vowed to avenge every injustice Shira had suffered. Pretending to be Shira, she employed resolute tactics to right the wrongs of the past.
Arthur Camp was just a lowly laborer, despised by others and abandoned by his ex-wife. However, it turns out he is actually the long-lost son of a trillionaire. Overnight, he transforms into a wealthy heir, leaving those who once looked down on him stunned and regretful.
Pregnant with Dylan's babies, Susan left Liyson After a heartbreaking split. Four years later, she returns—not broken, but unstoppable. As rivals scheme, she rises, while Dylan drowns in regret. Will truth mend the past? A gripping tale of revenge, redemption, and second chances unfolds.
Rural girl Yasmin Stone, insulted by her boyfriend and his mom and thunderstruck, gains X-ray vision with a heirloom bracelet. She enters the jade-gambling world, keeps uncovering rare gems, thwarts villains, and rises to lead Link Jewelry and the Jade Association, finally unveiling the coveted Imperial Green at an exhibition.
After losing his job at thirty, Tim Johnson starts selling fried rice on the street with his wife's support. A mysterious system boosts his cooking skills, making him a local hit. When rivals try to get him shut down, Tim proves his innocence and rises from street vendor to cooking champion, turning his life around.