Locke scanned the area, marveling at the size of the place. It brought a small smile to his face to think of how Edgar would run through here. With that brought the realization that there would also be many corners for something to hide in.

He knew that Cid would be anxiously awaiting the return the Eiko, but he couldn't allow her to be attacked by some hidden monster.

"I won't be much help in the cockpit. I'd like to look around."

Sensing that Rinoa was likely about to give him that look again for adventuring instead of rescuing, he hastily added his intention of cleaning out the garden.