At a general store specializing in small, stylish items, we were window shopping, but the one I was most concerned about was Olivia-san.
As for Kaori-san, I don’t think there’s any problem. In fact, once we entered the shop, she was happily looking at the shelves of small items that caught her interest, so I think she’s enjoying herself and might even buy sothing she likes.
In contrast, Olivia-san had never been to a general store like this before. Earlier, she was asking about the necessity of tabletop decorations, and it’s clear she was still rather clueless with the world, so I wanted to support her in that regard.
Thinking this, I turned to Olivia-san. She was looking at the small items displayed on the shelves with an expression of curiosity. As I approached, she seed to notice and spoke.
[……Is this a model of a prayer bell?]
[Design-wise, it does look like it’s modeled after one. It doesn’t seem like you can actually ring it, but its design definitely seed to be inspired by a prayer bell.]
The prayer bell is a symbol of the religion in this world, Godism. Naturally, Christianity or its other variants don’t exist in this world, so there’s no concept of the cross as a symbol of churches.
It seems that due to influences passed down from past Hero Actors, so churches do have crosses displayed. However, what is always present in this world’s churches and temples is the bell known as the prayer bell.
This bell is ant to carry prayers in sound to the Gods of the Divine Realm and to Shiro-san, the creator of the world. It is customary to ring the bell after offering prayers in churches or temples.
Apparently, the number of tis it is rung holds various anings, but I don’t know much about the details. What I can say is that the prayer bell is widely recognized by the people of this world as Godism's symbol.
The wedding bell, which is rung by newlyweds during wedding ceremonies, is derived from the prayer bell. For Olivia-san, who is the head of Godism, this item is likely very deeply connected.
[From what I just heard, these items are placed on desks or shelves…… I see. Unlike , who resides in the Cathedral, for ordinary citizens, it might be difficult to have a prayer bell at ho or to visit a church, temple, or shrine frequently. These items must allow them to offer prayers and gratitude to Shallow Vernal-sama simply, such as before bed or upon waking. What a wonderful idea…… I’m truly impressed by their devout hearts toward Shallow Vernal-sama.]
[Y- Yeah, I guess so people might use it that way. But I think the stylish design is also appealing. It adds a decorative touch to a desk or sothing……]
Honestly, it’s just a type of design. The prayer bell itself has a beautiful and stylish look, so I think it’s purely sothing to enjoy as an interior decoration.
Well, of course, as Olivia-san ntioned, devout followers might use it for prayer, but proportionally, it seems like more people would simply use it as a decoration.
Still, seeing Olivia-san nodding with genuine admiration, I didn’t feel like dampening her enthusiasm, so I left it a little vague…… In any case, if this serves as a chance for Olivia-san to take an interest in tabletop decor, that’s a good thing.
[Indeed, having a prayer bell, which can certainly be called a symbol of Godism, on one’s desk would allow one to regulate their actions and ensure they act not in a shaful way before the great Shallow Vernal-sama in various situations. I am truly impressed by Humans' ingenuity. Prayer and gratitude should always remain at the center of one’s heart, and seeing such faithfulness is truly delightful.]
[……That’s true. Since we’re here, how about Olivia-san get one as well? Of course, you already have the prayer bell in the Cathedral, but having an item related to Shiro-san on your desk could also be a good thing, don’t you think?]
[As expected of Miyama Kaito-sama…… What a wonderful suggestion! Certainly, as a representative of the city, I do process docunts from ti to ti, and having a prayer bell-inspired item on the desk, where it’s visible, would be marvelous.]
As soone deeply devoted to her faith, Olivia-san seed pleased with the idea of having a prayer bell nearby, even outside of dedicated prayer tis, as she praised my suggestion enthusiastically.
Well, she’s the kind of person who prays whenever she has the ti, so such decor genuinely seems to resonate with her. When it cos to cooking, too, she’s rather ticulous———— once she decides to learn about sothing, she studies it quite deeply and sincerely. There’s even a chance she might eventually create her own line of prayer bell tabletop decorations, ticulously designed under her supervision.
But well, if that happens, it would only show that she’s developing an interest in new things, which shows that Olivia-san is growing…… strangely enough, having such a thought makes feel happy as well.
Serious-senpai : [It was the sa with tea, but when it cos to anything related to Kaito or Shiro, her passion is incredible, so that really might happen. She’ll probably start by buying one and placing it on her desk…… then eventually, she’ll get fixated on the finer details and end up creating a perfectly replicated decoration herself. However, she’s the type to be satisfied just using it personally, so unless Kaito or Kaori suggests it, the idea of selling it probably won’t even cross her mind.]
? ? ? : [……A prayer bell decoration completely supervised by the Founder…… If I could get involved in the sales channels, I'd likely earn quite a bit.]
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