V2 ch101

After the show, Jeremy and Rose walked us through a secret exit, getting us to the parking lot. They wanted to walk us to the car so I could sit in the wheelchair longer, but Zeke had refused. It made sense. Jeremy was easily recognizable amid the A's fan base so walking around would just hinder us from getting back to the house. 

Zeke helped me into the backseat and we left. 

Rhys's mom was waiting up for us even though it was nearing midnight. The extended family had already left so it was just her, alone. It made me feel bad knowing that she didn't have anyone until we got home. But she didn't look bothered at all. 

She brought out the sparklers and a lighter. We sat on the curb, holding the lit sparklers over the street. Zeke didn't seem too interested while the other two were trying to make shapes appear by swinging theirs around.