A roadblock
The message came from one of Tristan's intelligence men.
He didn't stop driving when it came, effortlessly keeping the car on course with one hand for a minute, then throwing the phone in his pocket and scowling.
Tristan's people have caught several phone calls between Cuatro Angulos' mid-level leaders. Someone has tipped them off about Tristan's location, and now Angulos' forces were moving to intercept them.
Despite the death of the previous boss and the following fight for power among the others, they at least pretended to put a united front against Tristan's efforts.
It was much better than if there was a single leader. The lack of one caused delays that let Tristan's team escape without a fight the first time.
Now, though… Someone acted fast, not waiting for the confirmation from the top.
Tristan only needed to imagine the road atlas in front of his eyes to know that this time, the fight was inescapable.