Jason decided to travel back to New York after the party. He thanked Diane and Carlos for their kindness and hospitality.
Days passed, and the next thing he knew, it was already the day all the fighters had been looking forward to— the first round of the semi-finals.
As always, Jason was early in the stadium. He stayed in his locker with Elliot and Cooper.
"How did your vacation go? I heard you got yourself a boyfriend." Elliot was the first to break the silence in the room.
"It was fun. I got to visit a vineyard in California and party with the wealthy families. Honestly, I still enjoy our bar hopping here more than there," Jason responded. "How about you? What have you been up to these past few weeks? I hope you did not take a new fighter in my place."
"Well, same old, same old. Wor
