A date was supposed to be a simple affair.
Two people meeting, spending time together, and perhaps learning something new about each other.
However, Ezra had never been someone who looked at things from only one perspective.
Even when preparing for something as ordinary as a date, his mind could still wander towards other matters.
When trying to figure out a schemer working behind the scenes, the first thing he had to consider was their motive.
Why would someone target him?
What reason would make them come after him in such a venomous manner?
That was the first step towards identifying the people who might hold a grudge against him for that particular reason.
It was a mindset Ezra had placed in his mind a long time ago.
Inside the residence of Ezra Ashenlocke…
"Master looks really ready for his date."
Lucy said with a satisfied smile as she examined the clothes her Master was wearing.
