Welcome to the Innocent World - Chapter 118

Chapter 118: Boredom to Excitement

The ticking of the classroom clock was the only sound filling the space. My chin rested lazily on my palm as I stared out of the window, my eyes half-closed.

The morning sun poured into the room, casting a bright glow on the wooden desks. Around me, the class buzzed with subdued whispers and scratching pens, but my mind was far from the lesson at hand.

The teacher, a young woman with flowing hair tied into a loose bun, stood at the front of the class. Her soft pink lips, currently forming an adorable pout, moved as she explained something about ancient tactics used in wars. She wore a sleek white blouse tucked into a pencil skirt that hugged her figure tightly—elegantly, yet dangerously attention grabbing.

Her voice broke through my sleep, calling me out. “Austin…” she sighed, crossing her arms and tilting her head. “Could you not fall asleep in my class for once?”

The entire class turned to look at me, some stifling laughs, others eagerly waiting for the scene to unfold.

*Tch* Lily side kicked me on my toes to jolt me up.

I blinked in innocence, and straightened in my seat. “I wasn’t asleep,” I said casually, meeting her narrowed eyes with a smirk. “I was just… reflecting.”

“Reflecting? Really?” she raised an eyebrow, her lips curling into a sly smile. “Then maybe you’d like to answer my question. What are the four pillars of defense in the Faction Wars?”

Her tone was sweet, but her expression said she wasn’t expecting much. She thought she had me cornered.

Without hesitation, I leaned back in my chair and replied, “The four pillars of defense are fortifications, alliances, resource management, and morale. They were established during the Second Faction War when King Ulrich used them to defend against the northern invaders, securing a victory despite being outnumbered.” My voice was calm, even a little bored, as if reciting something trivial.

The class erupted in whispers, and I could hear someone mutter, “How does he even know this stuff?”

The teacher blinked, clearly taken aback. Her pout returned, but this time it was accompanied by a soft blush that crept across her cheeks. “Well… that’s correct,” she admitted reluctantly. “But try not to look so disinterested next time.”

I flashed her a grin, leaning forward just enough to make her look away. “Noted, Miss Sylva.”

The rest of the class passed without incident, though I could feel the occasional glance from my classmates. When the bell finally rang, I stretched lazily, grabbing my bag as Ryan and Kyle approached me.

“You coming to the club tonight?” Ryan asked, slinging an arm around my shoulder. His messy blond hair and carefree grin gave him the look of someone who always had a good time..and how that good time…almost got him killed at sorority house.

“Yeah, man,” Kyle chimed in, his sharp jawline and slicked-back hair making him look like the poster boy for trouble. “They’ve got new girls tonight. Heard they’re something special.”

I shrugged. “Sure, why not? Might as well do something to kill the boredom.”

The club was loud, vibrant, and filled with a haze of alcohol and perfume. Neon lights flickered across the room, casting everyone in shades of pink and blue. I lounged on the plush couch, a glass of whiskey in hand, as the night unfolded around me.

Ryan and Kyle were already deep in conversation with a pair of girls, but my attention was elsewhere. A brunette with long legs and a dangerously short dress slid into the seat beside me, her lips curling into a playful smile.

“Mind if I join you?” she purred, leaning in closer.

I smirked, setting my glass down. “Be my guest.”

It didn’t take long for the atmosphere to heat up. One girl became two, then three, and before I knew it, the night had taken a far more intimate turn. Clothes were discarded on the ground, laughter turned into soft moans then to loud screams of begging me to pound them more and I found myself surrounded by warmth and naked skin.

The bed creaked beneath us as the girls pressed against me, their lips tracing paths down my chest. One girl slept hugging my thighs, her face in between of my legs and lips grazing on my dick.

Ryan and Kyle were in a similar state on the other side of the room, their grins matching my own.

But even amidst the chaos, I couldn’t shake the lingering sense of dissatisfaction. It was fun, sure, but it lacked… substance. Something was missing.

The cold wind bit at my skin as I stepped out of the club, pulling my jacket tighter around me. The streets were quiet, the occasional sound of footsteps or distant chatter the only interruptions to the silence. I shoved my hands into my pockets, exhaling a visible white breath.

“This is so boring…” I muttered to myself, kicking a pebble down the path. The cultural festival last month had been entertaining for a while, but now everything felt dull again. “No worthy enemies, no challenges… nothing.”

I sighed, my breath heavy with frustration. For someone like me, boredom was the ultimate enemy.

As I walked aimlessly through the streets, something caught my eye. A brightly colored brochure lay on the ground, its edges fluttering in the breeze.

“What is this?” Curious, I bent down to pick it up, brushing off the dirt.

The words on the cover immediately grabbed my attention:

“Tournament of Knights – A Battle for Glory.”

My eyes scanned the details. It was an open tournament, inviting fighters from across the country to test their skills. The winner would earn a direct position as a special guard for the Queen, along with a reward of 1,000 gold coins.

My lips curled into a grin, and for the first time in weeks, my heart raced with excitement.

“Now this… this is interesting,” I murmured, my fingers tightening around the brochure.

The wind swirled around me as I stared at the paper, my mind already racing with possibilities. A chance to fight, to test my strength against worthy opponents, and to rise above them all? It was exactly the kind of thrill I’d been craving.

My eyes sparkled with anticipation as I turned on my shoes, heading home to prepare. The boredom that had plagued me was gone, replaced by a determination.

The Tournament of Knights was calling, and I was ready to answer.