Chapter 102 - 92: The Special Magic Power Protecting the Spirit of the Republic_3
Lady Alice turned to Ivita, who was sitting on a bench beside her, patiently explaining, "The bell tower symbolizes the Republic."
"Traditionally, when a bell tower is erected in the center of a city, it signifies the city’s intention to become an independent Republic."
"Parviga is ultimately only a part of the Viscount’s domain, with no one wanting to break away. We don’t have the inherent ability nor the ambition for that either."
"What exactly is this stubborn old noble thinking."
Lord Prole didn’t finish his statement, he remained standing in front of his own bench, continuing to shout: "We should be discussing whether to establish a standing bell tower, a bridge bell tower, an Arc de Triomphe bell tower, or perhaps a cathedral bell tower!"
"Let’s not forget, the Republics claim that the bell tower possesses a magical power stronger than a witch’s magic; each Republic has its own unique moment. They believe that fixing the hand of the clock—hour, minute, and second—at this juncture will make the bell tower the origin of magical power."
"It’s time for us to choose a moment of our own."
A few sporadic applauses emerged from the hall, and the volume gradually increased over time.
The gentlemen present were all utterly confused.