River's girlfriend canceled their marriage because the fee was too expensive. But soon she married another man, and booked the five-star hotel for their engagement. River's sister, who just had a heart transplant, relapsed from the shock. He begged for his salary as medical fees. But she said she wasn't a charity.
Molly, a college student, meets Jason by chance and gets pregnant. As they fall in love at work, he saves her from a forced marriage and marries her. When Jasmine tries to stir up trouble, her schemes reveal Molly as the true Shaw heiress. With family support, Molly and Jason overcome challenges and find happiness.
After a one-night stand, Kitty Watson impersonated her sister Summer. Six years later, Summer became Yancey York's legal advisor, and they fell in love. Kitty plotted against Summer to protect her status, but Yancey thwarted her plans. Eventually, the truth emerged, reuniting Summer with her family.
Forced into marriage by the shoe store manager, Jasmine Lam got married in a flash to a single father who was married twice and raising babies. I thought the days after marriage would be simple and plain, but I didn't expect my husband to be the richest man in the city! Jasmine Lam: Eason Parker! What else are you hiding from me! Husband holding child: This pair of twins are also yours.
เซียนแท้อู๋หมิงใช้วิชา หนึ่งปราณแยกร่างออกเป็นสามร่าง แต่เกิดข้อผิดพลาดตอนรวมร่าง จึงจำเป็นต้องผนึกดวงจิตเทพทั้งสามไว้ในอีกมิติ และร่างเดิมของเขากลับกลายเป็นคนธรรมดา แต่ทว่าภรรยาและลูก ๆ ของเขากลับต้องเผชิญหน้ากับภัยอันตราย!!.
When Nina's stepfather Weston dies, his adoptive family the Farrells threaten eviction. Forced into their estate, she battles Dustin—Weston's own foster brother—until a nightclub rescue forces them to confront their forbidden attraction, blurring the lines between family and passion.
Natalie Carter's world crumbled overnight when her parents passed away, and she went abroad. When she came home years later, Jason Lloyd emerged, not just her bestie's brother anymore, but a steadfast shadow refusing to leave her side, his gaze burning so intensely it threatened to dissolve her resolve.
In exchange for Lena's father's life-saving favor, Zane was forced to wed her. After Zane's first love, Sia, returned, Lena's heart began to ache and she decided to get a divorce. Amidst all of this, Lena realized the reality of her father's death and chose to live only for herself.
After a passionate night, Shana Ives got pregnant and decided to secretly raise Jason Lucas' son, Bub, alone. Six years later, Shana was forced to work at his corporate empire, their explosive chemistry reignited—until Bub's paternity test shocked high society, and Shana got pregnant again.
Betrayed and killed by his lover Sophia in his past life, Fate granted him another life, Archer Howard enters a strategic marriage with Ethan Chase. Their cold business deal sparks real passion—until Sophia returns, threatening to shatter their fragile happiness.
In her past life, Scarlett Sullivan's seven-year secret love for Dominic Chase ended in a tragic marriage; reborn in high school, she vows to focus on herself and avoid him. Yet Dominic, also reborn, now pursues her, and as their tense push-and-pull unravels long-buried misunderstandings, they seize their second chance at love.
If you ask Maya, a woman blinded by love, how many years of marriage she has endured, it’s the same number of years of suffering. During her marriage to Owen, Maya faced humiliation and belittlement from those around her, while her husband turned a blind eye. Given a second chance at life, she opens her eyes, determined to reclaim her dignity and stand tall once more!
In her second life, Claire vows never to be used by Nolan again. She shields her family, fights for her lover Sean’s heart, and orchestrates revenge. Betrayals hurt, but love wins—Sean stays by her side, and karma strikes her enemies.
Annie Semour is married to Jake Kelson, the Kelson's second son, who loves Leslie Patridge, the fiancée of her eldest brother. However, the Kelson's eldest son, Fred Kelson, was killed in a car accident and suffered from a coma. Leslie falls down the stairs and miscarries, falsely accusing Annie of pushing her. Jake sends Annie abroad to fend for herself.
Marigold Synder, a humble young healer, accidentally saves the injured King Thaddeus Raleigh. Her friend Jasmine Fowler seizes this opportunity to claim Marigold’s act as her own. Jasmine, who becomes a consort in the palace, plots against Marigold out of jealousy. Despite Jasmine's treacherous schemes, Marigold rises to become the Deputy Chief Physician of the Royal Clinic. When Jasmine slanders Marigold, accusing her of misconduct after learning of her pregnancy, the truth eventually comes to light. Jasmine is sentenced to death, and Marigold finds true love and a happy ending.
Charlotte, undervalued by her family, relies on her grandma. Having a secret crush on her, Cedrick assists her during college, but she can't recognize him due to her myopia. To save her grandma, she unknowingly plots against Cedrick, who agrees to marry her as part of the charade, leading to a complex entanglement of love.
Luna was jilted at her engagement to Forrest and slandered as a "jinx". Seven years later, she married Felix and had a son. But one day Forrest returned and framed Luna for infidelity. He even forced her to kneel and apologize. But Felix appeared just in time to defuse the crisis.
Modern office worker Cecily time-travels to an ancient palace. Despite a rough start and a baby, she tries to escape. Emperor Lucien is into her. The story of a time-traveler meeting a lovestruck emperor in a sweet romance unfolds.
Quincy lashes out at Jackie over his mishandling of funds. At home, Jackie celebrates his son Simon's birthday, and amid the joy, ackie receives pressure from Quincy, adding to his worries, while Simon, craving freedom, wishes to become rich. Their wishes both come true when, the next day, their souls are switched.
He takes his sister-in-law to the army base, leaving me and our kids to starve in the countryside. He sends me love letters every month, giving all his money to her. She eats meatloaf in his mansion, while my kids die of hunger. Now I’m back from the dead. This time, I’ll ruin them all.
Nina Johnson married Julian Winchester, chairman of Bosson Group, after her sister, Lynn, fled their engagement. Julian was a workaholic and went on a business trip on the wedding day. Their marriage of convenience was exactly what Nina needed—until Julian broke the distance one night. What began as a transaction ended in love.
Shanty Lee got into trouble while trying to make money, leading to a conflict. To avoid her enemies, she disguised herself as a male waiter and unexpectedly bumped into President Sean Sawyer. Sean Sawyer, the president of his company, is constantly pestered by his grandmother to get married, which he finds extremely annoying. His grandmother even arranges a girl to work as his personal secretary. In a quick decision, Sean Sawyer grabs Shanty Lee, declaring that he already has a male secretary! Little does the president know that his assistant is actually a woman. Lured by a high salary, Shanty Lee decides to hide her true gender. As she keeps her identity a secret, a series of amusing and unexpected events unfold, and the two of them grow closer. Sean Sawyer's feelings begin to become confused—he can't accept the idea that he might be attracted to a man. Even more importantly, he's been searching for a girl from the orphanage, nicknamed "Little Goldfish," whom he has liked since childhood. But Sean Sawyer doesn't know that "Little Goldfish" has already been by his side all along...
Five years ago, on a full moon night, Erica Stone drunkenly stumbled into the wrong room and had a one-night stand with Rashad Hester. She gave birth to a son, Reilly, who later began showing strange symptoms. Labeled a monster and locked away, Reilly was rescued—by none other than his father, Rashad, a secret werewolf.
Lillian’s life changes when her billionaire birth parents take her home. But their adopted daughter, Viola, frames her for pushing her fiancé’s sister down the stairs—leaving the girl in a coma. Framed by forged evidence, Lillian is sent to prison for five years. Now released, she's set to make the family that betrayed her pay.
Lilah, a modern botanist, wakes up in the Stone Age and nearly becomes a tiger's food! Luckily, Derek, the fierce chief of Oracle Clan, saved her and claimed her as his woman. She’s pampered, protected, and ready to build a thriving tribe with her wild mate… until danger stirs beyond the jungle.
Due to her family's setup, Emily unexpectedly bore Alexander's baby. Five years later, she planned to sell his pendant when their son, Paul, was diagnosed with leukemia. The Hawkes were searching for Paul when Emily joined the Hawke Corp as Alexander's secretary. As they worked together, they gradually fell for each other.
Linda Lincoln and Thomas Taylor fall in love in college, but a misunderstanding leads to their breakup after her father's suicide. Eight years later, as CEO of Nelson Group, Thomas reunites with struggling Linda through work and wins her back with his unwavering love.
Jude has always shunned women—until his grandmother finds Riley. When the Lin family faces ruin, Riley is drugged by her own father and sold to the Blake matriarch. Drawn by Riley’s intoxicating allure yet unwilling to be reduced to a mere breeding tool, Jude finds himself torn between defiance and pity for the fragile girl forced into his world. Then the story begins...
After resurrection from betrayal, Lena Johnson crosses paths with York Parker — the true heir seeking his roots. When family deception surfaces, he forges a new legacy protecting her, rewriting both their fates.
What do you want the most? Orchid, a mom, says, "I want my child to be happy." When she left her hometown with great expectations and was about to meet her beloved grandson, she got the cold shoulder from her son, how would she deal with it? After being disappointed for many times, will she change her answer?
Flora Logan, Crimson Phoenix leader, learns she’s the Logans’ lost heir. Posing as a slum girl, she exposes granduncle Sawyer’s Black Dragon Syndicate plot with stepsister Rena and Ward (Night Owl’s mastermind). Securing family support, she thwarts the conspiracy, embracing her dual role as heiress and assassin queen.
Dr. Ella, whose power levels are off the charts, accidentally time-traveled and became the foolish lady of the Marshal's residence. While keeping her intelligence under wraps, she seeks revenge for the female lead, teaching those with malicious intentions towards her a lesson. As she spends more time with him, she slowly realizes that this Marshal is a lot more entertaining than she initially thought!
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.
Evelyn's mistake? Taking money from Henry after their one-night stand. She'd loved him secretly for 8 years. Their toxic affair burned hot at night, cold by day. When Henry got engaged, Evelyn tried to leave. But he dragged her back. Now he keeps protecting her. She thinks he doesn't care. Really, he can't let her go.
Luna's perfect life as the adopted daughter of the Lawsons shattered when their "real" daughter Stella returned. So heartbroken she entered cryo-sleep after donating corneas to her blind brother. Only then did the Lawsons learn the cruel truth - Luna was their real daughter. Thirty years later, she wakes up with her past erased... while they're haunted by regret.
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.
Ted Lew’s wealthy parents left him alone without realizing it. He worked at a construction site to earn money for his girlfriend, who later betrayed him. Ted broke up with her, and Amy supported him. After his parents returned, they pretended to be poor but later blew their cover, defeated the bad guys, and protected Ted.
Mia is forced to marry Chris, a wealthy man known for his scars and bad reputation. She's harassed by his charming cousin Leo, but stays loyal to Chris. Over time, she sees Chris' kindness—but just as things settle, Mia uncovers a dark secret he's been hiding.
A Father and a Son. One built a billion-dollar company at a young age, the other is a laid-back security guard. The son is ambitious and bets big on new energy, while the father warns him not to be so reckless. The son doesn't understand: Why his dad doesn't care about cars or villas and doesn't know how to enjoy life! The father is puzzled: Why does his son work day and night for money? When will it ever end? Finally, the business world turns, and the son's company collapses in an instant. Just when things seem hopeless, the father steps in and turns the tide! The son is shocked, "Are you the richest?" The father scoffs, "I am your dad!"
After an accident with campus belle Lily, Frank gains X-ray vision to see through objects, excelling in antiques, stocks, and gemstone gambling. His bonds deepen with Bella and Lily, while he aids close friends. Through his remarkable ascent, Frank rises to become Jaylor's top tycoon and continues striving for greater heights.
Betrayed by Sam and his adopted kids, Gary faced Romston Group's bankruptcy, his staff demanding their pay. Jared, the boy he once helped, repaid him by providing him help with the Levine Group. In the chip competition, Gary led his staff to defeat the rivals, while Sam and the others faced the punishment they deserved.
Minn Corp CEO Yo Minn witnessed firsthand the severe bullying that left her twin sister Laura Minn to her miserable fate on the school hill. Determined to take action for her sister, Yo Minn decides to wear Laura's school uniform and launch a brilliant counterattack! During her time assuming her sister's identity, she not only meticulously plans to punish the bullies who harmed Laura but also helps her sister achieve her dream of becoming the final apprentice of world-renowned designer Renee Tai. "I promise you, I will definitely help you. Don't be afraid, my little sister..."
Felix Pike is dumped when his dad shows up with a luxury car, which he got from the rich woman he married. Coming to the new family, Felix faces many difficulties, including his stepsister's disapproval of his father. Meanwhile, he receives messages from the future and helps several women, changing many people’s fates.
After years of quiet devotion as a CEO’s assistant and secret lover, all Pearl got in return was news of his engagement to a wealthy heiress. Heartbroken and humiliated, she tried to walk away—but life had other plans. A surprise pregnancy. Her father’s crushing debts. No one to turn to. For the first time, Pearl swore she wouldn’t go crawling back to the man who broke her... But Henry isn't ready to lether go, and neither is the world that binds them together.
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.
Rosa, a lowly maid in a mafia family, suffers constant mistreatment—especially from Max, the heir, who always punishes her for no reason. Everything changes when Rosa learns she's the heiress of a rival gang, and Max is the one who killed her mother. She returns home, ready for revenge.
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 confessing her love to Lucas, Nina got fired on the spot. That same night, she ended up in his bed. She tried to sneak away, only to get dragged back and forced to become his wife. While Lucas was on a business trip, Nina partied hard every night, until he came home early and caught her at a hotel.
Gavin, once a Wall Street legend, wakes up as a boy. Armed with finance skills, he pulls his family out of debt, seizes Hall Group, outsmarts rivals at a business summit, and wins a lost treasure at auction. In the end, Simon and Dylan fall to greed, and Gavin restores his family's unity.
After a wild night with Brian Lee, her boss and CEO of Lee Group, Cindy Johnson fled in a hurry, accidentally leaving her friend Jane Lynn's resume in the room. Brian mistook Jane for Cindy and took her to his villa. Known for her poor makeup skills, Cindy was considered a bumpkin by colleagues and supervisors, so she decided to do her work well as an intern. Unexpectedly, Brian promoted her to his secretary. Forced to work closely with Brian while hiding her identity, Cindy gradually won his heart. Meanwhile, Jane, desperate to maintain her position, she tried everything to seduce Brian and secretly stabbed Cindy in the back. Using her wits and luck, Cindy overcame various crises and uncovered Jane's betrayal. In the end, Jane's true nature was exposed, justice prevailed, and Cindy and Brian found happiness together.
The self-made young entrepreneur Brown Lee bumped into his father James Lee, who works as a security guard, in a top banquet hall. People all thought that the organizer didn't drive James out on account of Brown, even though James's behaviors embarrassed Brown over and over again. However, little did everybody know that the seemingly untidy man, who completely ignored the etiquette of upper-class society, was actually a business tycoon who had retired from the field.
Andrew Forrest transmigrated into a feudal era during a deadly drought. His wife, Luna, gave him their only bowl of rice, which was spoiled, so he spat it out. She panicked, begging him not to hit her. Realizing the original owner of his body used to beat her, Andrew helped her up, promised to be kind, and went out to find food.
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.
After five years of unrequited love, Edward was dismissed as a "pathetic loser". But when he saved the mysterious Grace, a hidden heiress, everything changed. Just as he moved on, Sherry, who once rejected him, came crawling back. Grace smirked. "Think you are really the campus belle? Touch my man, and you’ll be sorry…"
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.
The celibate CEO Alex, born with a pure-yang constitution, cannot live past New Year's Eve. He finds by chance that Luna, the only woman with a pure-yin constitution, can cure him, so he marries her to survive, gradually falling for her. On hearing that Luna's life will be in peril after saving him, Alex is put in a dilemma.
While Franco Chilton's mother was in the hospital bed waiting for surgery, his wife Janet White was having an affair with Kevin Jones and refused to pay for his mother's medical expenses.When Franco returned home, he happened to catch Janet and Kevin having sex and had a fight with them. Franco was knocked unconscious by Janet and Kevin. In his dream, he seemed to have returned to his home in 1998.After learning that he had been reborn, Franco no longer wanted to marry Janet, who only loved money. Thinking that he wanted to marry a vicious woman and tried every means to force his father in his previous life, Franco could not help but slap himself twice. In this life, Franco swore to be something and make a lot of money to let his family live a happy life.
As a child, Calvin was separated from his biological sister and two non-biological sisters due to a fire, which caused his amnesia. Eighteen years later, they reunited as accomplished individuals and tackled crisis after crisis together.
Wilbur Smith gained a mysterious system. Its first mission was to send a love confession. By accident, he sent it to Eunice Riddle, his aloof beautiful CEO. Instead of throwing a fit, Eunice made Wilbur marry her. Gradually, they knew more about each other, and sparks flew.
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.
After receiving a call saying his father is dying, Neil rides an electric bike to the hospital, only to be hit by a car. His blood flows into his watch; his soul enters Alien Supermarket, where he finds Rehab Capsule that can heal any injury. He buys it. At the same time his money is gone!
On the eve of wedding day, Casey finds her fiancé's affair with her half-sister, who's in her wedding dress for the next day! Left in high and dry, to ensure her wedding proceed as scheduled, she impulsively flashes a marriage to a hot stranger, whom she accidentally saves when he's in crisis. Casey, like everyone else, believes her contract husband is just an ordinary person. Two strangers' lives collide with sparks. They team up at the first sight and start to act as a powerful couple. Casey plots a revenge in a bold move by playing the video of her cheating fiancé at the wedding ceremony. It's a good start to her revenge. As Casey and Nicholas navigate this sham marriage, they find themselves drawn to each other in unexpected ways. However, the even bigger surprise comes: her new husband is Nicholas Johnson, who's a billionaire from the Johnson Group, and her boss.
Evan Howard, forced by his grandfather to marry a pregnant woman, severed all ties with his family. Using the system to his advantage, he steadily amassed a fortune. As he became the wealthiest man three months later, filled with regret, his family begged for his return, but their belated affection was worthless.
A mortal, Noah, stumbles on a chance to enter the immortal sect, but he is scorned for his poor talent. A fairy’s tip lets him turn fate, yet he’s betrayed right after starting the cultivation. Through his effort, he gradually breaks through prejudice and transforms from a nobody to a legendary figure.
After failing, Sovereign Alchemist Lucian Thane is transmigrated into the body of a wastrel. He saves Sherry, helps Sophia with alchemy, and stands out at the festival. Bonding with Sherry, defeating rivals, he joins Azure Dragon Academy, breaks through Heaven Rank, and enters the Spirit Wasteland alone to seek his family..
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.
1) Becca's summer fling with Tally's father James takes an unexpected turn, entangling her in a whirlwind of forbidden passion. As she navigates the line between desire and deceit, will her secrets unravel everything she holds dear? 2) Becca enjoys a hot Miami summer with her best friend Tally when Tally's dad James joins them. James and Becca give in to their desire for each other. However, Becca's decision to take her best friend's dad as her lover has dangerous consequences. 3) Becca needed the break after a rough year attending Yale and a break-up with her boyfriend. She didn’t expect for her summer of fun to include sleeping with James, the Italian Stallion–her best friend's father. Knowing it’s wrong, she allows James to pull her into a vortex of pleasure that has her breaching the surface of reality and grasping for survival. Can Becca endure this pleasure without Tally finding out? Or will her secrets cause her world to crash around her?
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.
Just before the wedding, Lucas Brooks is unexpectedly asked by his fiancee’s mother to bring more dowry. In a fit of anger, he breaks off the engagement.
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.
Despite her simple-mindedness, Yara had exceptional talent. After becoming a master of swordsmanship and overcoming bullying and repression from all sides, Yara turned the tide in despair, helped her family, the Nyes, rise once again, and used her blade to rule the world.
After being betrayed by his girlfriend Lila, Joe Carte wakes up with X-ray vision. This time, he’s not holding back. From lottery wins to antique deals, Joe rises fast—meeting Ruby, earning Mila’s admiration, and catching the eye of Vera. The boy who was once hurt is now unstoppable.
Cassian was raised in poverty. He worked hard and entered Aetherium Group. He saved Mrs. Sterling by chance, leading to a flash marriage with the CEO, Ophelia. As he tasted success in career and love, Silas returned. He proclaimed Ophelia as his wife. Tormented by the social disparity, Cassian chose to divorce. But in the end, he resolved to fight for true love.
Jack Lee time-leaps to his confession day—but shocks everyone by pursuing Claire Gordon, his classmate's mother. A mysterious system grants him power, yet a hotel banquet turns his victory into a scandal. When even Claire doubts him, Jack reveals his true strength. The ice queen finally speaks—and nothing will be the same.
Lynn needs a wife to fix his "problem" and claim his fortune. Tara signs on as his therapy - until pretend kisses turn real. Now his biggest issue isn't impotence...it's love.
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.
Logan Shawn faced humiliation on a blind date but discovered a mysterious system soon after. Meeting wealthy landlady Sabrina Summers and campus belle Louisa Scott, his luck changed. Evicted by his mother, his love life soared, propelling him to success.
In order to embezzle the inheritance, Summers family imprisoned Eva in their house. Eva set up a trap on purpose so Cain could take her away. Cain was prepared to serve as Eva's instrument of retaliation. And over time, Eva developed feelings for Cain. At last, Eva exacted revenge on the whole Summers family!
Rowan Linton, a struggling scholar in Emberdale County, gains three wives through a mysterious system. His kinsman Corbin Linton tries to trade blighted grain for Rowan's wives, but fails. After losing a wager, Corbin is tormented by his wife while Rowan wins Captain Gareth's support.
Framed by her adoptive sister Snow, Nina lost everything after a night with gambling king Ethan. Six years later, she returned disguised as dealer Shela, intent on seducing him and destroying Snow, now his wife. But as the truth emerged, their game of revenge twisted into something deeper.
To escape her stepmother’s control and an arranged marriage, Sophia enters a contract marriage with Alex, a “disabled” man hiding a secret. As plots, past accidents, and misunderstandings unfold, they grow closer and fall in love
In a world where superhumans gain poker-card-based powers at 18, prodigy magician Tony uncovers ties between his parents' murder, an academy, and the Osteum Order. At 18, he awakens the Joker card—transforming into any of the 52 cards to wield their powers.