But the most striking feature is the enormous "mental barrier" at the top of the building.
This semi-transparent shield, composed of pure energy, is like an overturned giant bowl that completely isolates the building from the outside world.
The surface of the shield occasionally flickers with silver-white rune patterns, each flicker representing resistance to some kind of mental impact.
A subtle tension permeates the air, as if even the building itself is trembling at the dangers sealed within.
"I know you've been... contemplating some new ideas lately."
Alister stopped at the door, turned, and looked at Hillas:
"Regarding Lecturer Ralph's theories... what do you think?"
The question sent a shiver down Hillas's spine.
He knew Alister was probing his stance, trying to understand what kind of thought changes he had undergone during this time.
As Professor Vinard's most trusted student and technical lead, Alister's attitude often represented Vinard's own opinions.
