Zhane grunted slightly but remained where he stood, taking a moment to collect himself. He never imagined that his first date would be more nerve-wracking than performing his first surgery as chief surgeon.
He felt a flutter of nervousness in his stomach but pushed it aside, taking a deep breath to steady himself. As he walked over to his collection of clothes, he realized, much like his friends, that he had little to choose from aside from a few three-piece suits, tuxedos, and various formal attire.
His casual attire was limited to home clothes, leaving him conflicted. He wanted to present a different side of himself to Hera. Whether he admitted it or not, Dave's comment about him acting old struck a chord. He worried that wearing a suit on the date would only reinforce that perception, especially given his naturally formal demeanor.
