My Origin is Your Wife

Rather, it gave her a sense of security, like grabbing Asakami Fujino's hand.Sakura calculated her sister's bedtime and jet lag, and secretly calculated the indulgence time she had to do whatever she wanted. Looking at the girl who fell into a sweet smile, Sakura felt that she had discovered a secret that was not a secret.Sakura is a sister-in-law, the kind of super-deep, but, his eyes swayed slightly, Kakino Hishiri caught a --- Sakura's sight.Condensed somewhere in the distance, not in a daze.

This feature... is very similar to a certain case in the legal and political department files.If she remembers correctly, it is the quality called "dry eyesight".Perhaps, Master Bathermeiro's evaluation of Sakura needs to be raised by another level.Hanano Hishiri squinted his eyes and leaned back on the chair to take a nap. The affairs of the law and politics department are not always so leisurely. She wants to relax a little during this rare holiday. The girl has a pretty face and graceful and soft curves.In the bright and warm sunshine, the hair hanging down the girl's cheeks was swaying. Well, I'm in a happy mood.It is indeed a wise choice to choose to take over this errand without stopping after the mission is over.By the time the plane arrived in London, it was almost evening.

The air in London at the end of July was also a little bit cool, with a vacillating chill. Sakura's right hand rested lightly on her left wrist.It is said that Tokyo K will wear short skirts even in winter, but Sakura obviously hasn't reached that level yet.Clothes are carried in the imaginary space.But now at the airport, Sakura is not ready to use magic in front of the law and politics department magician.Although Xiao Wuyue is not afraid of the cold, she is dressed as thinly as Sakura, and it is impossible for her to take off her coat for Sakura.Hua Ye Lingli looked at the girl with a chuckle, took off the light blue suit jacket and handed it to Sakura. Sakura cast a thankful look.Wearing a snow-white shirt and a black skirt, Hua Ye Lingli stretched her waist lazily, showing her beautiful and moving curves in front of Sakura unscrupulously.The kind of smile on her face, as if this long journey was a very pleasant thing for her.She took Sakura to the bus stop.

The highest institution called the Clock Tower is located on the outskirts of London, surrounded by a special barrier to avoid idlers.It is a good choice to take the bus to the vicinity of the school.There are even some buses that are themselves operated by the clock tower.Crackling, the heels of the shoes colliding with the stone pavement.

The crowd passed by the girls, their eyes fell on Sakura uncontrollably, and then quickly moved away.Looking at the strange and novel scenery, Sakura was a little dizzy, and tightly grasped Yumi Wuyue's hand. The air around the mbse station seemed to be filled with the tempting smell of fried fish and chips.Sakura subconsciously rubbed her stomach, and the hair on the top of her head was shaking. Airline meals and the like can't satisfy Sakura's current appetite, she has already [me.Kano Hishiri looked at Sakura's small movements and smiled softly.A blush rose on Sakura's cheeks, she lowered her head and stomped her feet shyly. nb5E "Wait for me here." Tentatively, Huaye Lingli stretched out her hand to Sakura. Seeing that Sakura didn't respond, she lightly plucked the dangling hair on the top of Sakura's head. "I'll go buy you something to eat." "Mmm!" Sakura's eyes lit up, and Kanohiri beckoned, and walked away quickly in small steps. She looked at the surrounding brown or gray buildings, as well as the strange but familiar buildings around her. Sakura sighed softly, and hugged the cat in her arms tightly. Really. I have arrived in a foreign country. Love, are you also new students?" A girl's question suddenly came from behind, and Sakura turned her head.

part.1 A girl who is too arrogant will not be able to eat Sakura [Second update]

Sakura blinked her eyes.The girl in front of her stared at Sakura with amazement, and for some reason, she felt her heart beating wildly.Candle-like eyes filled with longing.It's like seeing a super-limited figure on the street, and I always want to touch it tentatively.

Infant hesitated, not quite sure if the girl in front of him was going to the clock tower too.After all. She compared it a little.Only the back of the neck is circulating on the girl's body - a little magic power, as if flowing along some kind of lines.Sakura, who had accumulated knowledge from Kuonji Yuzu for a few months, knew that it was a circuit called a magic seal. It was like an artificial organ for a magician.But the amount of magic power is too little.

Not only her, but the girls with her are all like this, weak and weak.

Not to mention sister Youzhu, whether compared with the old aunt or Huaye Lingli, or compared with herself and Xiao Wuyue, she is pitifully small.Even that Ren Ye Zong Ren can't compare. It's like the gap between the bright white full moon and the fireflies in the grass. Although it seems a bit exaggerated to say this, it is so in Sakura's eyes. It takes a few seconds to think about bringing them down by yourself.She wasn't even sure if these girls had started formally learning magic.After all, the clock tower or something.Sister Huaye Lingli and sister Yuzu, they are all very powerful in the introduction.Sakura thinks that Zi 2 might be like a bumpkin who has just entered a big city.

The highest school for magicians, the entry requirements should be very difficult.. 0? I am so scared, the people inside should be super powerful, right?She wondered if the other party was talking about something else, school. However, Sakura still tried it in a low voice, "The clock tower? The girl in the lead immediately looked at Sakura proudly like a peacock with her neck raised high." Of course. "Which faction are you from?" "Bashamero?"Sakura looked at her carefully, she was quite a boyish girl with a baseball cap turned upside down, a short shirt, jeans and jogging shoes, and a thin and long silver jewelry hanging on the earpiece of her right ear.

Sakura also thought about piercing her ears, but she was afraid of the pain, so she gave up after thinking about it.

Although. In fact, it was when Xiao Wuyue went to get her ears pierced. The pierced ears in the morning healed in the afternoon. Sakurabi was just shocked. Sakura didn’t understand anything she said, and sister Youzhu and sister Huaye Lingli didn’t agree with each other. She mentioned it. The only familiar word is Bathmelo.

But that was all when she was so young, Sakura still didn't dare to mention the name of that stern big sister.The girl frowned looking at Ying Weinuo's appearance. "You don't know anything, don't you?" She nodded her head stupidly, and Wuyue glared at the girl. From the moment Sakura showed a dazed look, Wuyue could feel the girl in front of her. The girl exudes a kind of hostility

Very strange hostility.Xiao Wuyue grinned, revealing her snow-white teeth, staring at her as if threatening. "It's really... Tian's good mood has been ruined." The girl stepped back a few steps, as if standing at the same station with Sakura and Yumi's Wuyue was insulting her.Sakura was slightly hurt. "The clock tower was only built for nobles [Iords], you commoners better cringe." The girl's eyes lingered from Sakura. "It's a pity that such a good leather is sold." "I wanted to invite you to join our entrance examination seminar." She sighed with some regret, "It's a pity that you have been educated in magic from a commoner family for at most two or three generations. Even if you barely enter the school, you will have to take all the basic courses." It's been a long time." However, if you can sincerely ask, we might teach you some skills. The girl's awkward tone gave Sakura the illusion that she saw a child.Obviously seeing a cute doll, I want to hug it but I am afraid of being called childish.Yes, that's how it feels. "Noble [IordJ?" Sakura asked subconsciously.Nobility of course. "The girl proudly straightened her small chest, revealing her badge, "Although it is not as good as the three noble "Lords"-Barthermeiro, Tranbelio, and Baruyeretta." But Uriface is also a famous noble [lord]. she added in a very honest whisper. "Even if I'm only affiliated with the branch. "Puff -" Xiao Wuyue couldn't help laughing out loud.

I thought he was a very powerful guy~ So it was just a separation.The girl's eyes widened suddenly, and her cheeks were stained red. '..You bastard! She wanted to hold Sakura's hand. "You'd better stay away from this guy. The guy who doesn't know how to count will cause you trouble." "I'm sorry!" Sakura hurriedly apologized to the girl. "Little Wuyue didn't mean it.

"For the sake of such a cute girl, I will forgive that rude guy." The girl's fingertips lightly touched the back of Sakura's hand, and the blush on her cheeks

"Shout, who cares? It's not like I'm going to school." Gong Jiawuyue snatched Ying's hand away from the girl. "Didn't you go to school?" The girl was a little confused. "I'm just Sakura's follower ~ Sui~!" Gong Jia Wuyue said triumphantly.For this status as a follower, she has been beaten and beaten by Jiu Tun boy a lot.

"Slow down." The girl silently said Sakura's name, and then suddenly realized something. "Wait for the followers! 7 She looked at Sakura and kindly reminded, "The clock tower is not allowed to bring followers, unless she has also completed the entrance examination. "Oh? Is that so? But the invitation letter said that I can bring a follower." Sakura tilted her head in confusion.The girl was suddenly killed by lightning. "Invitation letter! ?

Yup. "Sakura nodded seriously. The girl suddenly felt a little dry in her throat. It's a lie. The clock tower hasn't sent anyone an invitation letter for many years. Did she... maybe accidentally hit the iron plate? No... She stared at Sakura's chest. She was sure that she had crashed into the Alps.

She didn't think that Sakura was lying, she subconsciously thought that Sakura was the eldest lady who never appeared again.Those jewel-like empty blue eyes and the appearance of the extreme east, which one could it be? The girl couldn't help thinking about time.But before that.She hurriedly lowered her head. 'I apologize for my previous rudeness. "It's okay~" Sakura helped her up.The girl's cheeks were flushed, and she reached out and touched Sakura's fingertips lightly.Gongjia Wuyue looked at her as if she was seeing a big threat. This family... is greedy for her own Sakura! Accompanied by the characteristic exhaust smell of London, the double-decker bus stopped at the platform, and the girl invited Sakura to get on the bus and headed to the Clock Tower .Sakura turned her head to look, but sister Huaye Lingli hadn't come back yet. She slightly raised her hand, apologetically letting the girl go ahead.

The girls from the Urifis family looked at Ruoying with regret, and boarded the red-painted double-decker bus with her friends. nbse just..

Small decorations on the shoulders of the waved suit.Because Sakura was only wearing a suit, the girl didn't pay attention just now.

Suddenly, cold sweat began to ooze from her back. "That pattern is Law and Politics?" That is to say, Barthumello's house! ? -- Noble [Lord].

part.2 Welcome to the clock tower, I will always be with you [one update]

The somewhat depressing city, the dark-toned buildings and the relatively unfamiliar language made Sakura's nerves tense.Being sized up by all kinds of eyes, he couldn't help but put his hands on the neckline of the suit, and pulled the clothes tightly, as if he was about to curl up into Nohihiri's suit

Sakura is an insecure person.Gong Jiawuyue gently tugged on the sleeve of the suit, Sakura turned her head and looked at her. "I'll always be with you.

Soft voice, red and clear eyes full of worry. "Yeah!" Sakura nodded vigorously, grasping Gong Jiawuyue's slightly cold hand in her palm, her + fingers intertwined and clenched tightly. nb5eSuddenly, Gong Jiawuyue saw that the dull hair on the top of Sakura's forehead shook like a radar probe, pointing behind her. The rich smell of art came from behind, and Gong Jiawuyue turned her head.Sure enough, the snake-like woman came swaying with two small snacks. "I've been waiting for a long time." Hua Ye Lingli handed one of the copies to Yumi Wuyue, looking at Sakura. nbse Xiao Wuyue gently thanked and took it.She didn't have such an obvious sense of repulsion towards Huaye Hishiri.According to Xiao Wuyue's "sensing ability to Sakura", this woman is not a threat. The danger index of Aoqi Orange, which is similar to the style of an intellectual aunt, is much higher than her. nb5e freshly fried French fries and fish fillets, topped Thick sesame soil.Sakura just raised her little head, her eyes opened wide, but the dumb hair on the top of her head shook vigorously. "No, only - - yes." With a thin voice, her nose wrinkled, Sakura's eyes fell on Huaye Lingli's hand, and she couldn't move her eyes away.She stretched out her hand to take it, but Sakura hesitated again due to the half-soaked oil on the paper box and the suit she was wearing.Hanano Hishiri smiled slightly, sat next to Sakura and twirled a piece of French fries to feed to Sakura.On the side, Yumizuka Wuyue, who was licking the art soil on her fingers, suddenly froze.Ahhhhhhh!!!

In Xiao Wuyue's heart - a Shiba Inu was barking like a groundhog, why didn't she think of it.She could only helplessly witness her cherry being fed by others. After seeing the two identical snacks, she couldn't say with a straight face that she would change the taste with Sakura. 00 Ming. Be sure to order different flavors next time.Gong Jiawuyue bites the fish tenderloin angrily, imagining that it is Huaye Lingli's fingers, little Wuyue's tiger teeth grind, the more he eats, the more wronged he becomes. "Don't Wuyue like artisans?" Sakura, who is a holder of the hairy hair system - eats at a fast speed, after quickly finishing her share, she looked at Little Wuyue with concern

Just as Gong Jia Wuyue wanted to shake his head, looking at Huaye Lingli who was slowly folding up the paper box, he suddenly realized that his chance had come.She nodded vigorously, and then picked up a fish fillet, "I... I've eaten it, does Sakura dislike it?" May to the bow family. nb5:

Staring at Sakura's approaching lips, Gong Jia Wuyue was crazily rolling on the spot in her heart.I really want to bite on it.

The scent of sakura kept teasing the villain in Wuyue's heart. "Mayue?" Sakura tilted her head and stared at Gongjia Wuyue who was in a daze. "Ah!" Gongzuka Wuyue hurriedly fed Sakura.Seeing that Gong Jia Wuyue had half a fish fillet in his hands, and the crescent-like tooth marks could still be seen on the edge of the fish fillet, Sakura blushed a little.

Idiot, idiot, idiot! Even if I say I don’t dislike it, I can’t come up and that’s it.But having said it all, Sakura could only bite on it a little bit shyly with her eyes rounded.Hageno looked at the girls who were about to stick together, and got up and leaned against the billboard.It's good to be young. The corners of her mouth curled up, and it's... this is a piece of information that needs to be written down.The second-round bus stopped in front of the platform, but with food in his hand, Sakura was a little embarrassed to get on the bus. Hua Ye Lingli and the driver raised their hands, signaling her to leave.The sky gradually darkened.Sakura finally boarded Bato on the way to the clock tower.Perhaps because it was too late, there were only three of them and a cat in the car.The bus was running smoothly, and in the distance, Sakura could see the spiers of the Elizabeth Tower.Sister Youzhu once said that the main body of the Clock Tower is a building that looks like Big Ben in front of you.So is it the Clock Tower or the Elizabeth Tower in front of you? "Sister Huaye." Sitting on the second floor of the double-decker bus, the scenery of a foreign country was reflected in her eyes, and Sakura tilted her head to look at Hishiri Kakino who was sitting on the other side. "Huh?" With a short nasal voice, Huaye Lingli adjusted from the state of admiring the beautiful scenery.Sakura squeezed Yumi Wuyue's hand tightly, because she could clearly feel that Huano Hishiri's gaze was always on her. "I met others before, and it seems that they are also students who went to the clock tower." Sakura said in a low voice.With his right hand, Huaye Lingli gently hooked the heavy hair behind his ear, and yawned affectionately. "Students? That's right, the Clock Tower is now the time for admission." She said...the entrance examination is required. "Sakura stared nervously at Huaye Hishiri's eyes, those deep blue eyes were bright and abnormal behind the eyes. "Is Sakura worried about the exam?" .Sakura's body is a little stiff. Compared to the other sisters I'm not right with pinching their heads and hitting their faces, that one is not an older sister. It's just a subtle movement that can't be more subtle. But Sakura feels that her vitals are being turned into wild Hishiri fiddled with his hands. "Yes. "Sakura replied nervously. Huaye Lingli thought that Sakura was nervous about the exam, and she hooked Sakura's dumb hair around her fingertips and circled her fingers. "Sakura has no exams, and Sakura only needs to check-down on the magic attributes and the number of circuits. The quality is fine." Huaye Hishiri chuckled," - Generally speaking, it is checked in the basic department of the whole body.If Sakura needs it, the Law Department can also provide you with an inspection. "Of course, if Sakura feels unwilling, she can also refuse the inspection." This is your right. After all, some magic systems are inconvenient to provide inspections. "Huano Lingli thought, and exchanged privileges for power. Sakura doesn't seem to be the kind of girl who likes to show off, so let's just follow her hair and lick Sakura. nbse "It's okay if I don't. "Sakura lowered her head, "Speaking of it, all the basic subjects?" "Well, all the basic subjects. "Kano Hishiri explained on behalf of Sakura, "In addition to the law and politics department, the Clock Tower-a total of twelve areas of mystery are divided. "The overall foundation is a compulsory foundation for all magicians. Generally speaking, entry-level magicians who have just joined the clock tower will first study the overall basics, that is, "Mystil" for five years, and then transfer to such subjects as spirits, ores, etc. Department, Astronomy Department and other departments. "Kano Hishiri paused, then continued. "However, this is not an expressly stipulated matter. The better the magician, the sooner he transfers to the department. Huaye Hishiri let go of his hand playing with Sakura, "For example, for As far as Sakura is concerned, there is no need to go to "Mystil".Being stared at by such eyes, Sakura was a little bit ashamed, as if she was very powerful.Daimao, who had escaped the murderous hand, stood upright unsteadily, and Sakura lowered her little head. nbse Then, Damao trembled.Sakura suddenly felt as if there was a gust of wind brushing her cheeks. "Do you feel it? This is an enchantment set up by the clock tower to avoid outsiders." Hua Ye Lingli stared into Sakura's eyes, and couldn't help feeling that the girl's aptitude is really very good.

"Welcome to the Clock Tower.

part.3 Aozaki Orange: Crack - still a familiar feel [Second update]

1 The breath of "people" in the noise of London disappeared in an instant.Sakura could feel that the enchantment here was slightly different from the enchantment used by Araya Soren, and there seemed to be no traces of deliberate carving, as if it was "naturally generated".Sister Youzhu once said that such an enchantment is the best enchantment.She looked at the steeple building in front of her, which was similar to the Big Ben she had seen on the banks of the Thames before, but slightly different, and got off the car with Hua Ye Hishiri. "Originally, Bato would park outside the range of the clock tower's enchantment." Hua Ye Lingli naturally grabbed Sakura's hand. She led Sakura to the most conspicuous building in the field of vision," but because The arrival of the young master, the clock tower specially opened the enchantment for you. Hua Ye Lingli said deliberately, seeing Sakura's shy look, he couldn't help but feel happy. nb5e

In fact, the fundamental reason why buses usually stop outside the barrier is that ordinary bus drivers cannot cross the barrier of "avoiding idlers".But it just so happens that some magicians have a habit of experiencing the lives of ordinary people outside.Kakino Hishiri turned his head, and the young man with his hands on the steering wheel whistled softly at her. "This is "Mystil", the first - - subject, which is the overall basic subject. "Kano Hishiri raised her head, and Sakura looked at the building in front of her in shock. She compared subconsciously.

Judging from the hidden and almost undetectable ripple-like trajectory, the strength of the workshop here is higher than that of the old aunt's Jialanzhitang and sister Youzhu's foreign workshop.

Sakura suppressed a laugh.Really... why do I feel that my personal strength can be compared to such a entrenched behemoth.Huaye Lingli looked at Sakura's smile in a daze, and suddenly turned serious before Sakura could react. Then, my task will come to an end. "Hey, hey, hey!?" Sakura was a little panicked.Sister Huaye Lingli means that I have to figure out the rest by myself! It's getting dark.

Don't worry, there is someone waiting for you in "Mystil". Huaye Lingli stretched his waist lazily, and stretched out his hand to pinch the dull hair on the top of Sakura's head. "Then see you next time if you are destined. She blinked her right eye, and raised her right hand to Sakura. Sakura patted her right hand lightly, saying goodbye to Yi Huaye Lingli. "See you next time.Watching Huaye Hishiri's slender back go away, Sakura tightened the light and elegant suit she was wearing, and grabbed Yumi Wuyue's hand. "Meow one by one" Lian yawned and landed on Sakura's shoulder lightly, flicking her tail.Sakura looked around.

Perhaps it was because it was already dusk, and almost no one walked outside.She tried her best to take a deep breath, and led Gong Jiawuyue to "Mystil" --- the whole basic department.Then one walks into the elegantly decorated Grand I] Moment.There was a feeling of a terrifying existence piercing through the body.Like a heavy grind, it crushed the cells of Sakura's whole body, and finally stabbed the heart and lungs blue.She couldn't even breathe, and the terrifying sense of fear made Sakura feel that there was a scourge awakening in her heart.Klee. - Ding Klee.Compared with Sakura, it was Gong Jiawuyue who reacted more. To be exact, that oppressive aura and murderous aura was aimed at her, but it was pulled by Sakura—partly to herself.The moment the two stepped into the main teaching building of "Mystil", the barrier swept across Gong Jia Wuyue.

Sakura could even see that the classical and elegant hall in front of her was covered with a slight layer of pale pink.She and Gong Jiawuyue paused as if they were being suppressed. Behind the reception desk, a pair of dark gray eyes were firmly locked on them.Gong Jia Wuyue's cheeks were stained with blood, and it seemed that ten thousand tons of weight were pressing on her body.Little Wuyue's red eyes even glistened with blood, wanting to tear off all the 'threads' that were messing up in front of her almost throughout the hall.The sound of pattering footsteps.Those students in the hall who were slightly older than Sakura, or about the same size, were taken away in an orderly manner, and they looked at the two people at the door curiously or fearfully.

Sakura glanced at May May's red cheeks. "Magic Power Release" - Sakura stepped on the ground and made a small footprint.The bright red magic seal was activated almost instantly, spreading from the heart to the limbs, and even the neck.The black-red magic power swayed into a whirlwind, almost condensing into a nausea-like substance.Is this... the level of magical power that humans can achieve? For a while, Shangmu stayed in the hall, and the people who decided to watch the theater because of the invitation letter sent by Barthemelo had questions in their hearts. "That guy Barthemelo" The burly man smiled wryly and slowly got up, he clapped his hands lightly.

The howling wave of magical power generated by the barrier was instantly released. "Okay, okay, really, do you want to scare the children?" The man full of oppression said loudly. Although he looked scary, his tone was unexpectedly gentle and calm. He walked towards Sakura quickly. go.Sakura slowly stopped [Magic power released], Yumi Itsuki panted heavily as if dehydrated.Seeing that things had changed, Lian nimbly jumped onto Sakura's shoulder.The lavender ripples swayed again in an instant.Seeing that the barrier was about to come back to the enemy alarm again, the man quickly took control of the barrier. He felt a bit of a headache looking at the cat staring at him over Sakura's shoulder.Dead Apostles, as well as Demon Drivers.Today is really...unique. "Sorry, this is the base camp of magicians, some guards should be understandable." The man tried his best to put on an amiable smile, and bent down to look at Sakura.Sakura was still a little vigilant, "Although I expected it, but seeing it with my own eyes is really unexpected." The man sighed.The girl invited by the Barthemero family, who hated the existence of vampires, actually adopted a dead disciple as a follower? I really hope it's not a vampire.But looking at Gong Jia Wuyue's almost iconic red eyes, the corner of the man's mouth twitched.What the hell. nbse

But it has nothing to do with him.It's better to say that the more painful Barthemelo is, the happier he is. "I am Magdaniel Tranberger Elrod." The burly, short-haired man confidently announced to Sakura, "The Lord of Mystil." Welcome to the clock tower. Sakura blinked. Tranby Leo? Is there another noble "Lord" besides Bathermelo? "Hello. This is Sakura Asakami. Sakura finally calmed down from her vigilance.

The clock tower is indeed very powerful, whether it is an enchantment or a person.The man in front of him exuded a heavy pressure like a mountain, and Sakura felt that it might be difficult for him to beat him. "Please come with me, my lovely little lady." Magdaniel straightened up with a smile, and led Sakura to the corridor behind.Sakura tightly grasped Yuzuki's hand.Go through the promenade.On the sofa in the side hall, Sakura saw a familiar figure from the back. The moving slender legs were wrapped in delicate matte black silk, and the dark red hair poured down on the back of the sofa. "Are you coming? My little princess. Aozaki Chengzi raised a smile on the corner of her mouth, ignored all the monarchs of the basic department, and walked straight towards Sakura. She was startled by the previous enchantment, and her heart was pounding non-stop. Sakura, this time she finally relaxed. She felt aggrieved, and threw herself into the arms of Cang Qi Zhuangzi as if she was venting her feelings, and tightly wrapped her arms around Cang Qi Chengzi's waist. The girl choked pitifully. I was bullied. nb then one by one 8!

It was still the familiar voice, the familiar picture Ao Qicheng orange smiled and slapped down. "I haven't seen you for a few months, but the feel seems to be getting better again." nb5 "It's ringing!

Sakura clutched her butt in embarrassment and angrily, and bit down on Huanzi Aoqi fiercely.

4 Aozaki Orange: You stole something from me, what will Sakura give back? [one more]

"Don't let go." Holding Sakura in her arms, the corner of Aozaki Miko's mouth involuntarily raised a little smile.The girl sank again. It was pink and moist, and it sank in a key position, making it even softer.