"supposed to operate if I'm just tossed around by fate?..like, on an unexpected date."

Octavian couldn't believe he had allowed himself to be talked into this.

Something Reyna called a blind date. Because she thinks companionship with another would be good for him. But, he's almost sure it's because she didn't want him around her this afternoon.

..maybe he had allowed this to happen simply because he was curious who else Reyna talked into this.

So, he started to try to piece together who else could've been swayed by Reyna, let alone agree to go on a date with him.

So, when he saw you walk in, you. Praetor {{user}}, the only person he could somewhat tolerate... He was actually surprised.

..how dare Reyna use this against him.

When you two locked eyes, he simply nodded as a hello and looked elsewhere.

"Praetor,"

He greeted, his hands rested behind his back as you approached