Ernie was waiting for his large coffee with milk and cranberry scone when his eyes wandered over to the spot where Zacharias was sitting. His gaze darted right back to the counter where he was awaiting his breakfast. For a moment Ernie wondered if his former classmate had seen him, and whether he could or should make a safe escape, or whether he should confront the man. He did manage to singlehandedly do a good measure of damage on his flat, after all. His mind returned to one of his goals for the day, and realized that made at least part of a goal easier to accomplish.
He picked up his breakfast and quickly made his way over to the table at which Zacharias was sitting. Luckily it was in a corner, which did make it more difficult for Zacharias to flee. Not that Ern had intended any particular ill on his former classmate. He just needed to understand. And perhaps even to feel at least somewhat understood. As he made a beeline to the table, he asked. "May I have a seat?"