Chapter 59: Firework Purpose

Arthur met Klein's gaze but remained unreadable. "I'm not entirely sure myself," he said evenly. "But enough with the questions."

Klein hesitated, clearly wanting to press further, but Arthur had already moved on.

"Now," Arthur continued, "you've seen what happens when black powder is confined—it builds pressure until it violently bursts. That's why the barrel exploded with such force." He gestured toward the scorched ground. "Fireworks work on a similar principle, but instead of destruction, we use that power to create something breathtaking in the sky."

Klein gave a confused look. The idea of an explosion being used for anything other than war or devastation was completely foreign to them.

Arthur smirked. "I know it's hard to imagine. But listen carefully, and I'll explain."