Next day.
Tristan spent most of the ride from Los Angeles listening to music and pretending to be asleep. The ride jostled his bruise and all the scratches hidden under his shirt, and although he could stomach the pain and pretend that all was well, he was conserving energy.
Derek accepted Tristan's explanation about the escaped security team (delivered with absolute conviction), but had been in a worse mood since then.
Nelson was just sad to say goodbye to Los Angeles, although he was already dreaming about returning there permanently, and soon.
Upon arrival, Tristan escaped all responsibilities related to stardom as soon as he could.
He had more time-sensitive things to deal with.
***
There were many people who had been waiting to see Hayes in person again.
