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One perk to having senshi speed (and, as he had learned, the ability to jump really high) was that it allowed Ezra to find new places in the city to eat that much faster. He would take a look around, find a promising place, power down, and then slip into the eatery of his choice like nothing had happened.

This particular establishment didn't require a senshi shortcut, which was nice. He had heard about this place through the gossip chain and wanted to investigate. Any place where he could satisfy his incredibly persistent sweet tooth was welcome. When he walked in, he was a little disappointed at the apparent emptiness, but the prompt greeting brightened him up again. "Hi! Um, yeah, give me a second to see what you've got."

He then promptly parked himself in front of the dessert case. Dessert cases were the best and the worst. On the one hand, they held delicious treats. On the other hand, sometimes he had no idea what to pick. "Hmm... what would you recommend? There's a lot to pick from here." There was also the matter of how much to order. He hated the funny looks he got when he surpassed the phantom limit and ordered too much food. Sure, it meant more money for the shopkeepers, but it was apparently weird when one guy brought home enough sweets for at least two, sometimes even three people.

"Everyone has different tastes, even for sweet things," Ezra said, nodding. He watched the woman point out the things in the case, and he hoped it wasn't too obvious that he was craving just about anything at this point. "Man, I don't even know where to begin. How about... a frappuchino and a cupcake? Vanilla, please." It was probably a very weird combination, but it was also a test of sorts. If he got a weird look for it, it would take one star off his mental rating of the place. If he actually found a place where he would be allowed to indulge himself without feeling judged, he might just call this place his new home.

The answer came easily to Ezra. "For here, sure. I've got time. And company, too!" Even if it was just one other person, having someone to chat with over food was almost always a good time. "Is this just a quiet time? It feels like there should be more people in here, or like they should be coming in soon." It was a bit of subtle flattery, a "you should be having more business;" hopefully the lady would catch it. "Say, I don't think I got your name. I'm Ezra." An introduction would be nice in case he decided to come around again, which seemed likely at this point.

"All nighters... right, I'm going to have to pull one of those soon. Maybe I'll stop by for a mocha then." Ezra paused, then smiled and nodded cheerfully. "Good to meet you, Alex. This place might be my new favorite little stop! It's got the right personal touches without being too judgey, if that makes any sense." He took his frappe and cupcake and took a seat that wasn't too far away before checking a clock. "Hmm... maybe I should've gotten this to go. Look at the time."

"Ew, food shaming," Ezra said with a chuckle. "I'm glad to hear that. Really. The funny looks I get sometimes when I stock up on food for a few days are a huge turn off." He paused before he continued. "Not really a rush, but I should get going. And I'll definitely come by when there's more time. Thanks again, Alex!"