However, things always turn out unexpectedly, and what happened later proved how ridiculous Yun Wei's melancholy at that time seemed.
The thirteenth day. The sky was overcast, and an autumn wind began to blow.
When Yun Wei woke up that morning, his eyelids twitched a few times.
It's a very strange experience, as if the muscles controlling your eyelids have lost control and are spasming uncontrollably, driven by some kind of will. Your vision is still clear, you slept well last night, and you are in excellent health...
You can't think of any reason to excuse your rebellious eyelids.
Which eye twitches signifies good fortune? Which eye twitches signifies misfortune?
Yun Wei asked himself this question. He was unsure, and in that moment of thought, he even became unsure which eyelid had twitched just now. So he could only call out, "Isaac!"
"What's wrong?" The tall, imposing knight was preparing sandwiches for the two of them at the wooden table. Upon hearing this, he immediately put down his knife and came to Yun Wei's side.
Yun Wei looked up and said, "My eyelid just twitched."
"Hmm?" Hearing her boyfriend say that, his smoky gray eyes were full of confusion. "Let me see."
Isaac put his arm around Yun Wei's waist, allowing the other to lie comfortably in his arms. He lowered his head, bringing his face close to Yun Wei's, and carefully examined his eyes.
His obsidian-like eyes were like the world's greatest riddle. He could hardly imagine that these eyes, which were so indifferent at the moment, would become misty, shimmering with boundless water and overflowing with immeasurable tenderness because of his actions.
But the truth is, he often does it. Even he himself doubts whether he really has that kind of charm to make Yunwei so lively and vibrant.
Isaac's Adam's apple bobbed, and he asked in a hoarse voice, "Where is it beating?" His gaze lingered on Yun Wei's eyes for a moment, then inadvertently swept over the other's nose and mole, finally settling on those thin red lips, where it deepened once more.
He couldn't help but look at Yun Wei, who was also looking at him, her eyelashes slightly closed, a silent acquiescence and a warm invitation.
So Isaac lowered his head again, deeply absorbing the other's affection.
Of course, this time they couldn't have a "hardcore" encounter because Yun Wei pressed against his chest in time, blushing and muttering, "We're going to be late." The two of them reluctantly separated and hurriedly packed up.
...
Perhaps because of the cooler weather, the classroom seemed even more lifeless today.
Mr. Reo has finished teaching his General History course, and now he is standing on the podium like a squirrel peeling hazelnuts, reciting the newly started Numerology course:
"The number thirteen is considered unlucky, often associated with sudden misfortune or an unwelcome intruder..."
Yun Wei was looking down at the prime numbers listed in the black book, trying to find some potential relationship between them, when he suddenly shuddered at the sound of Professor Rior's rambling words.
His eyelid twitched again. This time he knew it was his right eyelid.
"What's wrong?" Isaac turned to look at him. The other man's leg bones were so thick and long that his thighs always naturally spread apart when he sat in the cramped seat. These days, the two of them would always touch knees together in class, which could be considered a little bit of fun between lovers.
Yun Wei shook his head and said softly, "It's nothing, I was just thinking that today is the thirteenth day since we came to the academy—"
"Bang!"
Before he could finish speaking, the oak door at the front of the classroom was suddenly smashed open by a group of soldiers. Because of the wind-based soundproofing array drawn on the oak door, no one noticed their approach.
The leading officer was dressed in typical Red Moon Kingdom guard attire, his red and white feathers and fur resembling a blooming eagle's tail. He nodded to Mr. Rieu, then stepped onto the platform, hand on his sword, and proclaimed in a loud voice:
"Honorable ladies and gentlemen, please assemble at the academy gate within one hour. An emergency has occurred outside Moonflower City, and the city's defenses are insufficient. We urgently need to mobilize you to participate in the defense."
"This is a summons personally signed by His Majesty the King. Please take a look! The military situation is urgent and cannot be delayed!"
After he finished speaking, his two attendants immediately unfolded a brand new parchment. The signature on it was extremely messy and should be the signature of the Red Moon King.
As soon as the officer mentioned "an emergency has occurred outside Moonflower City," the students below the stage erupted in chatter, whispering and gossiping among themselves. Most of the students present were nobles from various continental nations, and although they were also required to obey the urgent summons of their territories, they didn't take it too seriously.
Yun Wei leaned closer to Isaac and asked in a low voice, "Isn't it said that 'the vassal of my vassal is not my vassal'? Why can the king of the Red Moon Kingdom command the students of the academy?"
Isaac replied, “Generally speaking, that’s true. But look closely; the parchment isn’t just signed by the king, but also bears the seal of the Papacy. This indicates that the matter has transcended the secular realm, and our enemy should be—”
Isaac paused, then slowly said, "The enemy of God."
Yun Wei followed Isaac's gaze and, sure enough, saw the triple cross, representing the authority of the Pope, in the corner of the parchment. He was somewhat incredulous. "You mean, a necromancer has appeared outside the city?"
He awkwardly stopped talking. He had been living too comfortably lately and had almost forgotten that he was also a notorious necromancer.
First it was Red Moon and Azure Glass, and now even Moonflower City in the heart of the continent is not at peace...
As if the unease buried deep in his heart was gradually becoming clearer, Yun Wei felt his heart sinking little by little, and the rising chill made his blood almost freeze.
“Are you familiar with them?” Isaac asked in his ear.
Yun Wei tilted his head and denied it, saying, "No, I have never had any dealings with them." Only at this moment did he suddenly realize how awkward his identity as a necromancer was.
Although he had not done anything heinous, he felt a sense of shame upon seeing the upright and valiant eyes of the knight before him.
He was worried that if Isaac heard about the infamous crimes committed by his colleagues, it would give them a bad impression of him.
But Isaac took his hand and comforted him, "It's alright, let's go and see. After all, the enemies of the gods are not just necromancers."
Isaac had already stood up. Yun Wei didn't understand what the other party really wanted to express. Was he saying that they were all enemies of the gods, or was he comforting him, as the words implied, that the person appearing outside the city might not necessarily be a necromancer?
He instinctively gripped the other person's large hand and stood up with him.
...
The students, who had received no military training, walked sparsely onto Chenxi Avenue, causing the stern-faced officer to frown deeply. He shouted, "Assemble! You three form a group and stand in line! Be quick!"
Seeing Vivian, Xie Mulang, and Baler standing together nearby, Yun Wei couldn't help but ask Xie Mulang loudly, "Brother Xie, where did Richard go?"
The latter shrugged helplessly and said with a pout, "I don't know, he didn't come to class this morning either."
Yun Wei was looking around, considering which classmate to ask to join him, when he heard an extremely cold voice behind him:
"Hey, are you guys short one? I can join you."
He looked in the direction of the voice and saw the familiar blond buzz cut man staring at his and Isaac's clasped hands with a roguish expression.
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