Franklin Day is a seasoned politician who once held idealistic visions of reforming Megacity through peaceful means. However, the continuous struggle against the entrenched powers and the slow pace of change have eroded his optimism. Caught between his fading idealism and the radical approaches of the workers' revolution, Franklin grapples with the possibility that a violent upheaval may be necessary to achieve substantial change. His character explores the moral dilemmas faced by leaders on the brink of radical decisions.