Penny got tickets to a game. Sheldon gives her a priceless gift. A train ride changes everything. Will they go with the flow of change or ignore it and stay fixed in their current lives.

Harry Potter was not above doing whatever it took to get what he wanted. It often meant he'd have to go to extreme lengths to make people suffer for their stupidity, but the results were always worth it. This Harry Potter takes things too literally. ON PURPOSE. A/N: Slytherin-Harry.

I love "Harry is rescued from the Dursleys" stories but never found one that was quite right. So I had to write one myself.

Fifth year. Remember that time when Harry stopped to think before speaking? When he was smart about it and didn't just sit back and watch as he and other kids were hurt because the Professors told him to keep his head down? Although, nobody would have expected him to handle it the way he did.

An HG rewrite: Katniss is a little more aware than in Canon. Peeta is a bit... bolder than Canon. Events are shifted, relationships are altered, but this follows the outline of the first HGs. There is one major shift from the ending though... (Hint: they get together [for real])

Penny wins two tickets to a movie premiere, one the guys would love to go to. But who to take? And how to choose? AU. SHENNY

The Gamemakers decided for the 74th Games to switch the order for tributes, having the boys go before the girls.

When Harry learns something that could prove he didn't enter himself into the Triwizard Tournament, he decides to take it once step further and prank everyone in retaliation. However, his prank may have some unforeseen side effects. COMPLETE! Edited as of 11/13/19!

"What Would A Hero Do?" Newly crowned wizard and avid reader of fantasy fiction, eleven-year-old Harry Potter makes friends with the goblin standing outside Gringotts with unforeseen consequences. Armed with an unlikely posse -his insatiable curiosity- and a pocket full of questions, Curious!Harry embarks on his first year at Hogwarts. Merlin help us.

Harry Potter is a geek, a nerd, a total dork whose favorite hobby is "transfiguring stuff." He doesn't understand what rules are, has no social skills, is barely sentient, and is very smart.

Susan and Harry return fort their second year at Hogwarts. Join them as they take on new challenges, go on new adventures, and make new friends.

After the events of the Last Battle Harry makes a visit to Malfoy Manor only to meet the extended members of the Malfoy family, including Lucius's brother Gregory. Harry/OMC

The boys are back from the Arctic. Penny's missed all of them, the nice guy who loves her so much who she really likes, and her favorite whackadoodle of a best friend. But when Sheldon comes to confront Leonard in her apartment, Penny is Not pleased with what Leonard has done. Shenny. Read at your own peril.

What if Sheldon and Penny met before she moved into 4B? This is not Canon (and unfortunately doesn't include any cannons, either, which is a disappointment). SHENNY. Not Leonard/Amy friendly. SHENNY.

Point of deviation: Harry's primary school taught Home Economics. Harry's not going to let the wonders of magic take away his common sense, and if he can get a good deal, he's going to take it. Meanwhile, money is fun, but magic is funner. AU

Lucius Malfoy need help, he goes to his best friend, Severus Snape, Harry Potter is in detention. Severus and Harry start on a path that will lead to cooking lessons and changing the world, its all in a days work. rating will go up as chapters go on, high rating for language. The plot will twist and turn and hold you fast never to let go.

What if Hagrid had realised that just going ahead with his first lesson as a teacher wasn't a good idea? What if he had some help and advice from an expert during the summer? Well, this one-shot is what I think could have happened.

With the team about to once again solve a case for the FBI, McGee goes missing and Papa Gibbs is determined to find him. A Gibbs-and-McGee-centric story. Includes DiNozzo & rest of the team, set in 2015. Does not follow canon although it includes spoilers for seasons 12-14, yep I've messed with the timelines again. Rated M - language only. Disclaimer on my profile.

AU 4th year, Harry decides it's time to man up and dance to his own tune instead of the Headmaster's. Story contains some language, Dumbledore bashing, and a tiny bit of Ron bashing,

A lost Harry Potter meets a new friend his first time at King's Cross station. How will this affect the future of wizarding Britain?

During a trip to Gringotts, Hyacinthe Potter discovered she met her soulmate, William Weasley. Bill/Hyacinthe. female!Harry. Part of The Halloween Collection.

Sequel to Horoshee Malchek. Tim finds out who's been following him, and it's not quite who he expected.

Harry spent his first year hiding his intelligence and playing the role of the Boy Who Lived. However Lockhart and Malfoys' combined presence finally causes him to snap, and chaos ensues from there.

AU 3x01. Sheldon is always working and when he is with Penny and the guys he isn't there. Penny has decided that enough is enough and she's going to get to the bottom of this. No matter what. It may have to become Junior Rodeo time.

One lonely little boy. One snarky, grumpy git. When the safety of one was entrusted to the other, everyone knew this was not going to turn out well... Or was it? AU, sequel to "Harry's First Detention". OVER NINE MILLION HITS!

For Teddy Lupin, Harry Potter would become a Dark Lord. For Teddy Lupin, Harry Potter would take down the Ministry or die trying. He should have known that Hermione and Ron wouldn't let him do it alone.

Sequel to A Change in Perspective. Mycroft insists that Holmes and Watson return the BBC Sherlock DVDs to their rightful dimension. Watson has an idea of something else to send along, as well.

One does not walk from a near death experience unchanged. It's no wonder, then, when after two action packed years, it's a very different Harry Potter who arrives for his third year at Hogwarts School. new classes, new friends and a very new outlook on life, the Boy Who Lived was always meant for greatness. PoA AU. OOC. Rewrite in progress.

Penny moves back home temporarily when her father is hospitalized. Chaos ensues when not one but both of her nerdy next-door neighbors try to help. But only one of them can save her parent's farm... and perhaps win her heart.

This is the story of how 2015 Holmes and Watson come to watch the "BBC Sherlock series", and learn things about their own relationship by watching Sherlock and John be idiots.

A slow developing love story between two men struggling with what life throws at them, creating a unique family along the way. NCIS AU fan fiction, starts at the end of Season 10 and wanders into AU territory mid-season 11. McNozzo, PapaGibbs.

When things fall apart between McGee and Delilah, Admiral McGee sees one last chance to reach out to his son. However, he'll need some help. Team as family. Written for the 2015 NCIS Big Bang. Already complete, 10 chapters. Thanks to Rose Malmaison for the beautiful artwork and Merzibelle for the beta

Penny makes a surprise visit to a comic convention. Little does she know it's her who's about to be surprised.

Harry Potter is a good guy, really, but there are some lines that should never be crossed, and Nick Fury has just crossed them.

Tim knew he'd have to deal with his father eventually, so why not now? Can time, distance and changes in perspective allow them to find common ground or will their relationship shatter for good? Luckily, Tim's got reasons to stand tall. Story 9 in the AALCSLT series.

While restricted to desk duty, Gibbs has his own turn at the terror of watching a loved one in mortal danger. Story 8 in the AALCSLT series (And a Little Child Shall Lead Them)

When someone from his past comes back to hurt Tim can Papa Bear Gibbs save him before the damage is done to his cub. Plenty of adult content but no slash.

In which quarks and protons become sugar and spice, head baker of a prestigious shop, Sheldon Cooper, finds himself mentoring a failed actress attempting to get her own bakery off the ground. Shenny.

No.1 of Bad McGee/ Good McGee- AU from Dog Tags. This story follows the life of Timothy McGee from the episode Dog Tags. New team, new city. Not for fans of DiNozzo and Abby.

Tim has been hiding something from his team for years now, how will they react when they finally learn what it is? And will it be too late once they do? Established McKort, and not recommended for Abby lovers.

During the summer before sixth year, Harry finds an injured bat in the garden and decides to try to heal it...and an unwilling Snape learns just what kind of a person Harry Potter really is. No slash.

Can some angry words change everything?

Summary: AU, set in Season 8. Fed up by his co-workers' attitude towards him, McGee accepts a perilous six-month mission in Afghanistan. His absence finally opens the eyes of Team Gibbs, but will it be too late? NOMINATED for The Fanatic Fanfics Multifandom Awards in the Favorite Complete Fanfic category!

Written for a prompt: Sherlock's return to Baker Street triggers a recurrence of the eating disorder John developed as a child.

Wizard lack common sense. Hermione had declared that in their first year at Hogwarts. Well, even after the war, with Voldemort dead, wizards refused to change the things that were important to prevent events that led to the war in the first place to repeat themselves. Time for Harry to make sure, at the right time and place, to teach them.

cat·a·lyst (Noun) - a person or thing that precipitates an event or change. An event triggers a discovery which triggers an admission. Changes are coming that blur the line between personal and professional for Gibbs and McGee, while DiNozzo is faced with the choice to either step up and become the man they all know he can be or remain trapped in his own insecurities. SLASH

An unusual response by Harry Potter to Draco Malfoy leaves Dumbledore amused, Minerva confused, and Severus bemused. "You're just jealous that Professor Snape likes me best!"

When Severus Snape is left in charge of Hogwarts over the christmas break, he is less than pleased to discover Harry will be one of his charges. Events force him to face that Mr Potter may not be quite what he has assumed all these years. Year 6

Howard's childhood friend has moved back to Pasadena suddenly, and she's only got eyes for a certain clueless physicist.

Harry overhears a conversation between two of his teachers early into the first year at Hogwarts. What he hears makes him ponder about how he's going about his school work. He decides to take action and make his parents proud of his performance. Just how will that little change influence the events taking place at the school?

Harry walks the halls of Hogwarts seriously injured and is confronted by the Slytherins. They take him to Snape, who uses Legilimency to make a startling discovery. Is Dumbledore really who he says he is? Is Harry really on the right side of the war? Goodish!Voldemort, No Slash, Powerful Harry, Mentor Snape, Good Malfoys, super bad Dumbles, very abused Harry, AU Goblet of Fire

AU. Time Travel. Snape goes back in time, holding the knowledge of what is to come if he fails. No longer holding a grudge, he seeks to shape Harry into the greatest wizard of all time, starting on the day Hagrid took Harry to Diagon Alley. No Horcruxes.

Their suspect is holed up at a campground. What else can they do? I'm digging the vibe of the new season. No spoilers, just no Ziva. Wanted to write something fun and light before I go back to deep and heavy.

Molly and Arthur come up with a way to save Harry from Dumbledore and The Dursleys, and that plan includes Molly's older brother Fabian. Slash. First in A chance of series, Continued in A Chance At Life.

Penny can no longer take the anger, pain and unhappiness that is her life. So, she makes some big changes, starting with her circle of friends.

Being blind, my life is hardly a walk in the park. But add in two crazy best friends, who I think are secretly in love, a stalker crush, who just won't quit, and Louis Weasley, who really doesn't know when to say no, and I might as well be climbing Everest. Louis/OC.

Ever since he was a child, Sherlock has been unable to stay agitated or tense when his hair is being petted. Though he has done his best to hide this irritating quirk of his, it is only a matter of time before somebody finds out. Fluffy oneshot based on two prompts from the kinkmeme.

"I would be greatly appreciative if you would consent to becoming my spouse." Sheldon makes Penny an offer she can't refuse.

With Leonard gone for the summer, Penny and Sheldon strike up an agreement that strengthens their growing friendship. But before the summer ends, Sheldon finds himself with deeper feelings for his neighbor than he knows how to contend with. Slow Romance set after Season 6 Finale. Shenny.

Sherlock has not been seen or heard from for more than a week. Lestrade decides to begin his search for the man at 221B Baker Street. When Scotland Yard's finest arrive at the flat, what (or rather who) they find is certain to surprise them. Established Johnlock.

There's a reason Tim only asks for help when he has no other choice. He doesn't want to get anyone else involved. A McOrigins Oneshot. Tim-centric.

Penny comes home to find Sheldon slumped by his door; face black and blue. She doesn't know what happened to him, but she will find out. Until then she's going to take care of him, all the while trying not to fall deeper in love. This should be easy, right?

My name is Jethro. And that's my pet, Timothy. He needs a mate and I'm going to help him. Warnings inside.

7th Year Gryffs learn why it is never a good idea to piss off their favorite victim, shy Ravenclaw Hadrian Morgan. The orphan's payback during Professor Slytherin's class is BEAUTIFUL & piques the interest & libido of the Lord Marvolo Slytherin, who courts him with the aid of most of the School. But just how naive is Hadrian Morgan, really? TMR/HP Slash OOC AU

Anthea knew that she was witnessing the first of many meetings to come between John Watson and Mycroft Holmes. From the moment he had tilted his head, it was obvious that John wasn't going anywhere: he was already more than "associated" with Sherlock – he was part of him.

After the events in "I'll be Home for Christmas", Gibbs and McGee ring in the new year together.

A day of fun takes a potentially tragic turn for the new family. Story seven in the AALCSLT series, but each story basically stands alone. Two chapters.

This is a sequel to my story 'The Importance of Respect' It has been six months since Tim returned to LA with his team and since he last saw anyone from Team Gibbs. Six months since he swore to never see them again. But what happens when a close friend is in need of help that only they can give? Will Tim be willing to work with those who betrayed him to save him?

POST S2 AU:For every action, there are consequences to be faced. After the Arctic implodes the group, everyone has to pick up the pieces and move on. Penny will make this easier for Sheldon;Rated for language and future spice;6th in my 2012 SSS Project;NOW COMPLETE!

A surprise visitor causes an upset in the new family's lives. Story 6 in the 'And a Little Child Shall Lead Them' series. Spoilers for Season 9's Devil's Triangle and Season 10's Devil's Trifecta.

Tim comes face to face with Gladys at the reading of Grace's will, but he's not alone. One-shot. Story 5 in the AALCSLT series.

The SecNav throws a monkey wrench in the new family's lives. 4th in the AALCSLT, 3 chapters.

Drastic measures are needed but is McGee ready? If he didn't have a phobia before, he sure will now. Prompt: Archaic Medical Treatment. Yeah, that. Already finished, ten chapters.

Penny and Sheldon are no longer friends. So who will help him when his world suddenly falls apart?

With the support of their family, Tim and Tia say goodbye to Grace. Third in the And a Little Child Shall Lead Them series. Getting close to Pre-Slash with this one.

When the time draws near, McGee finds a way to help his daugher cope. Sequel to Pulling Together, second in the And a Little Child Shall Lead Them series. Pre-Pre-Slash. Tissue warning, especially after episode 10-11.

When McGee fears a change in his personal life threatens his place on the team, the gang pulls together to prove to him they can all make it work. First of a series. Eventual slash in the series, this story is gen with one slight nod to the slash. Complete in four chapters. Warnings for discussion of sexual abuse and racism.

Jack is accepted to a wonderfull school for gifted children, and the team have a new case. on the way they learn a lot about the BAU's youngest member.

All is not well on Privet Drive, and one Christmas Eve, Severus Snape is called upon to intervene.

A follow-up to Sheldon's Merry Saturnalia. Twelve tiny stories for Jislane35 and wolfofsheep for their birthdays. Nothing but lots of fluff.

Two weeks after the disastrous Arctic trip, Sheldon discovers a true friend. I hadn't intended to expand on this story, but my hubby gave me a good idea and I just couldn't ignore it.

McGee gets involved in an incident that tests everyone's character. No pre-slash or slash. Written for Bullying Prevention month as well as GLBT History month. Written for Ceridwen as a thank you.

Set in season 7 of NCIS and Season 1 of NCIS: Los Angeles. Tim finally has enough of his collegues treatment of him and asks to be transfered. With the Help of the LA team, can he finally gain the respect he should've had all along?

When John comes home from work late, limping, and gripping a cane in his right hand, Sherlock demands data. And finds a new respect for John and their friendship in how John provides it.

Lestrade figured that anyone who thought John Watson wasn't important, and that Sherlock hadn't changed since meeting him, had to be completely, bloody deaf. Because it was all right there, in every sound Sherlock made. For anyone attentive enough to listen.

Lestrade unknowingly brings Sherlock's boyfriend in for questioning. "I'm sorry, you've got hell coming." Johnlock

John Watson was a doctor, trained to observe details; a fact Sherlock had never been more aware of than when a drugged John's lifesaving instructions were based on an unlabeled syringe and an unconscious murder suspect's body.

Summary: Sheldon reluctantly takes Penny along to a conference in Las Vegas. Epiphanies are had, stars are gazed, cards are counted, shenanigans are shenaniganed.

Gibbs says more with fewer words than most people say with many. So, then just what was Gibbs trying to tell him by treating him the way he did today? Episode Tag: Dog Tags Written for the NFA "Fix It" Challenge. 1st of 3 conversations

Sheldon had no idea that Penny shares one of his greatest passions, and when he finds out, it leads to a closeness neither could have imagined possible! Early/Mid Season 5, Shenny.

Sheldon Cooper is crazy, but also kind of made of awesomeness. Or at least that's how Howard puts it. Penny thinks there's a possibility he's made of sexy, and really, the world must be ending if she has to suppress wayward urges to kiss him.

Penny knows what she wants in life. At least, she used to. Howard and Bernadette's wedding sets off a series of events which will change her life forever. Plans change and Penny will have to learn the hard way how to adapt.

The arrival of Sheldon's brother George forces him to realise that maybe he's not as immune to the female sex as he had thought. Could Mrs Cooper's dreams finally be coming true? Shenny pairing of course .

John takes a very reluctant Sherlock fro a romantic weekend away, and things don't end up going quite the way either of them expected. Two chapter sequel to my stories 'In Praise of Plato', 'Muppets in Baker Street' and 'Sleep'. Expect Slash.

Sherlock is pushing his insomnia to dangerous levels, and John has to take decisive action. Further sequel to my stories, 'In Praise of Plato' and 'Muppets in Baker Street'. Some swearing.

When John defends Sherlock against a homophobic slur, it leads to them both reassessing their friendship. Platonic JohnXSherlock. Contains swearing. First of a proposed series of Platonic love stories.

John has spent months listening to Sherlock play the same familiar songs on the violin. So when Sherlock unexpectedly begins to play something new, and apparently nameless, John has to know what it is. J/S

A jaded CIA agent and a NCIS computer geek make an unlikely pair when a blown OP leaves them on the run and cut off from help. Complete, will post a chapter a day. New rating.

Harry is obssesed with beauty. Ron and Hermione don't understand but someone unexpected does. Sorry for the bad summary. My very first one-shot! Now a two-shot!

Tim had no idea that putting on the jersey would get that kind of reaction. McNozzo. Slash

Tim helps save something near to the Vance's hearts and along the way Tim's team learns a lot about the man.

Amy leaves Sheldon to pursue more funding, and Penny is just looking for a fun way to cheer him up. Her gesture ends up meaning more than either of them anticipates.

Meet John Watson. Only he's not John, he's Joan, who has spent her entire life pretending to be a man to get by in her world. She knows it's a bad idea to move in with a man who can tell someone's life story in a glance, but she does it anyway. UPDATE: Please see the last chapter under the title A WAY TO FREEDOM: Wedding Bells.

Young Harry liked numbers, he liked using numbers and working out the value of things. When he found out that he was a wizard and had a big pile of gold... well, he had something new to calculate. oneshot, complete, don't own.

Post The Flaming Spittoon. The gang head to Las Vegas for a conference where Sheldon is presenting monumental findings. Soon there are changes in Sheldon and Amy's new relationship and a lot changes in the whole group. Shenny. T for now, MA later.

After Voldemort's defeat, and in order to keep control of Harry Dumbledore enacts a marriage contract between Harry and Ginny. Bound by Pureblood Traditions, Harry can only use that to his advantage. Not a Harry/Ginny fic. Pre Slash.

First impressions are hard to forget, but what happens when we take the time to see a second? OR How long does it take for two men to get a clue? Hopefully, not too long because the rest of the team might explode from the anticipation.

Everyone knows about Timothy McGee's puppy dog eyes. They could damn near break your heart when they wanted to. See how everyone responds when they see those bright green puppy eyes. Vignette and slash.

McGee has always been the quiet one with a good family. What happens when a blast from his past comes to challenge that preconceived notion? How will the team view their friend & what danger lies hidden beneath it all?

When two agents wake up in bed together with no memory of how they got there, it starts them on a path to where they never thought they'd go.

An accident reveals a truth two men are hiding and Gibbs learns a valuable lesson. Established McNozzo.

Follow-up to "The Superior Colliculus Engagement". Penny, Sheldon *Shenny* and the gang go to Comic*Con. But, of course, things are never that simple. Intrigue, danger, romance, and of course, humor. At least that's what I'm shooting for.

A traumatic event from Timothy McGee's childhood resurfaces with a case. When McGee goes missing can the team figure out what's going on before it's too late?

A just-for-fun storey about Penny and what she'll do to avoid causing disturbance in Sheldon's Tuesday routine. Probably fluffy and maybe even OOC.

' "On your Six, Boss," McGee says quietly, and dares anyone to think he said it on accident.' Six times McGee announces he has Tony's six. Gen/Friendship. Oneshot.

Just a couple of small questions at the right time allowed for a big change in Harry's life. Of course, Harry's life isn't the only one changed, nothing is ever that simple. complete. do not own. eventual yaoi and yuri mentioned.

Follows "Sheldon's plan." Rated M for later chapters. Shenny.

A case from the past collides with the present, and one agent is caught in the middle. It's okay, because he's got his big brother to watch his back. SeSa present for Sondheimmcgeek. Tony-Tim friendship, PapaGibbs. In 9 chapter, one a day.

John is struck with a memory from his teenage years. / / "You drew this," John grins, pointing to the little drawing on the paper. "You gave it to me when you were five. I babysat you."

Sheldon gets two tickets to a coveted event, but must bring a female...

Follows "Sheldon's list." Shenny.

Follow up to "Sheldon's sick". Easing into the Shenny.

If only Penny had remembered what "Code Milky-Green" meant. Pre-Shenny

Sherlock asks John about Afghanistan. John confronts Sherlock about being a sociopath. A very important truth emerges. One shot.

*Complete* Every journey has to start somewhere. This one began when Penny found an alternative to paintball, and Sheldon dusted off an old skill.

The battle in the Department of Mysteries is over. Harry receives his inheritance and things change rapidly for him. Love appears to him with the most unlikely of person. The forces of light must prove love conquers all. SLASH HP/DM

On the night four names are drawn from the Goblet of Fire instead of three, Viktor Krum spies the figure of young Harry Potter and makes a decision that will rock the entire wizarding world. Canon till the Tournament. Viktor/Harry

Harriet Potter was forced to pretend to be a boy. over the seven years she finds a family in a team, falls in love, becomes a teenage mother and destroys Voldemort. while losing her first love, lying to her friends and sharing a dorm with boys. HPCD HPOW

Imagine Harry Potter raised under the guiding hand of Sibyll Trelawney. He arrives at Hogwarts versed in the higher arts of Divination, Arithmancy, Numerology, and Palmistry - you know 'real magic.' Prepare yourself for one humorous ride.

Penny wonders if she should move back home. Sheldon has other ideas

When trouble finds the small town of Stillwater, Gibbs finds a surprising source of support and two men find their heart's desire. Gibbs/McGee preslash.

An out of town interview gives Gibbs a glimpse of his newest agent he never expected; one he couldn't walk away from.

This is my very special Christmas episode in my AU of S/P. It follows about a month after what happens in my previous stories The Vestigial Organ Recall & The Aesop Continuum , although you don't need to read those to follow this one. Enjoy!

Sequel to The Vestigial Organ Recall. What happens when Sheldon returns home after his emergency appendectomy.

Sheldon gets sick. The guys bail on him, so it's Penny to the rescue

A horrific case haunts Gibbs even after it's closed. Will McGee's secret help him find the closure he needs? Friendship fic, two parts.

Through a series of emails from an online dating site, Harry thinks he's found his perfect match. Will the bond they've forged survive after their identities are revealed? H/D. Warnings for slash, language and explicit sexual content.

Spoilers for season 5, particularly Dog Tags. Tim-centric and fairly gruesome. You have been warned. Now complete.

Once there was a potions accident... Ha! Harry turns five, much to the distress of the I don't want to be a Death Eater brigade.

AU one-shot about Harry’s first detention with Snape. Take one mistreated boy, one misinformed man, mix well and watch what happens. Sequel now up! Titled "Harry's New Home".

Harry is hurt and loses his voice. Will Snape help him find it? Not slash.

Is Tim McGee royalty? Can he play royalty? Oh, the things your job demands of you.

A murder investigation takes a grisly turn and brings back unbearable memories for Tim. ...Sorry I don't have anything better. There are references to events through season 4. Now complete. Prologue plus 20 chapters. I hope you like it.

McGee gets kidnaped, tortured and then has to deal with the aftermath. McGeecentric of course, but the whole team is there. Now complete. I hope it doesn't disappoint.

AU Snape.mentors.Harry fic. When Harry Potter comes to Hogwarts, Snape is forced to reexamine his initial impressions. Warnings: implications of : child neglect, abuse, manipulative Dumbledore, sedition. Not Canon.

As Hogwarts starts a quarterly Family Night, Harry is determined take part. Facing the heartache of looking in all the wrong places, he'll have to discover the true meaning of family, and that sometimes it comes from where you least expect it. COMPLETE