If Ayelet was there his mother wouldn't be far behind. And Ayelet was a tattle tale. Toby would have to come up with a cover story, and fast. He had moments beforehis mother showed up to create one. What he came up with was not only plausible, but also partially true. Well. There were a few grains of truth in there.
"Mom!" He said loudly, hoping Sarah would hear and get the hint to stay in a safe place. "I was at Jack's. He had to do something for his mom though, so I am running band errands with my friend Sarah. She is the new fashion consultant for Corporate Lobotomy. She and Presley go to school together." It wasn't so odd that he'd be the errand boy for the band. It was essentially his job description, "She's trying on something for Eden."