C L A R AxC H A S E
{☠}
"She's a Queen who rules by fear and that's the worst kind."
Tristan would keep his status as social reject if the other choice was being friends with Clara. Even back in poor kid school, Tristan knew the Queen Bee type and Clara was the worst kind. He saw how she treated people she didn't like and it was the same way those rich kids acted when Tristan was younger. When Clara approached him acting friendly, he knew it was just an act and knew she was just doing this since his step-dad and her father are college buddies. Her fakeness and combination of his step-dad made him go off on her, telling her exactly what he thought of her. He will admit he was harsher than necessary at that moment, but when Clara decided to ruin his reputation, any chance of decency between them was over. The two fight whenever they are in the room together, which doesn't happen a lot since they avoid each other, but it's difficult when Clara is friends with his girlfriend.
M O R I A HxG O L D M A N
{⚤ | ☯}
"Look, we dated, she dumped me. I started dating her friend and then two years later, she decided to date one of my friends. Complicated doesn't even begin to describe it."
The past between Moriah and Tristan is old news, only making a comeback because of Moriah's newest relationship, with Nurys, one of Tristan's good friends. Tristan dated Moriah back during freshman year, ending by Moriah's choice. It was simple really. Tristan and Moriah's best friend, Clara, hated each other and fought at every moment. Moriah had enough and broke up with Tristan, choosing friendship over their relationship. While it pissed Tristan off at first, he understood that good friends aren't easy to come by. It stung a bit that he wasn't her first choice. His father didn't choose to stay with him so why should someone like Moriah want him. The two were nice otherwise, not talking regularly, but were polite if they ran into each other. When Moriah suddenly announced she was dating one of his friends, it was like getting his step-dad all over again. Yes, Tristan had been dating Primrose for two years after them breaking up and Prim is friends with Moriah. He understands by that logic he's being unfair, but it just bothers him more. Clara hates Nurys more than him so why would Moriah choose to date someone who's even more hated by her BFF. He thinks the whole relationship is just gonna end like theirs. Tristan doesn't understand what Moriah's angle is and isn't about to trust her again.
N U R Y SxJ O H N S O N
{☮}
"One of the coolest girls you'll ever meet. I'm her number one fan!"
When the Johnson siblings arrived, it was like Tristan was transported back to his old days. Nury knew what it was like to be a street kid and Tristan loved that. He doesn't feel like such a fish out of water when Nury is around. While Tristan is closer to Ivan out of the two of them, Nury is a great friend and one he'd do anything for. He's always been super supportive of her music career and sometimes helps her to find what beat would be the best to dance to. The jam sessions with these two are legendary!
Tristan's views on Nurys' relationship haven't changed his feelings towards the older Johnson. He still likes and cares for her, but he doesn't understand why Nurys wanted to date one of his exes. He tries to keep his thoughts to himself (which is very difficult) so they won't fight, but he just doesn't understand.
P R I M R O S ExR E Y N O L D S
{⚤}
"I never thought I'd meet someone like her here. She's perfect."
It all began with Primrose's singing and Tristan's dancing. The two getting together was almost like fate in Tristan's eyes. Their relationship has been blessing to Tristan's crazy life. He acts like the tough guy all the time, but it's nice to have someone who knows his softer interior. Prim is often his anchor when he feels himself getting too wild or destructive. Their relationship is going well for the time, but they face some obstacles, most of them Tristan's doing. He knows everyone thinks he's after her money or using her, but none of that is true. He does worry about their future though. Tristan knows he doesn't deserve her, especially since he desires simplicity when Primrose deserves everything. He knows he loves her and wants her happiness above everything else.
P E N E L O P ExV O NxD I E T R I C H S T E I N
{☯}
"Definitely the nicer royalty at this school. How can someone like her be best friends with Clara?"
Penelope and Tristan have no negative feelings towards one another. When Penelope first tried to befriend him, he couldn't get over the fact that someone so nice was friends with Clara. The combination of her friendship, her wealth, and her being oddly friendly with caused Tristan not to trust her. He thought maybe it was some kind of prank and would ignore Penelope and tell her to leave him alone. After a while, Tristan realized she was just trying to be friendly. He still isn't too sure if she's genuine, but he isn't as hostile towards her as he used to be.
W I L L O WxG A R C Í A
{☮}
"One of my best girls! I can't believe she's cozying up to the Queen Bitch, but I get it. Survival at this school means making some fake friendships."
Tristan knew of Willow before she even arrived at Constance. His brother signed with her father's law firm right after he finished law school and Roman dragged him along to a corporate party they were putting on. Why he took Tristan is still surprising, but it was more surprising that Tristan made a friend. The two of them hit it off and are good friends. When Willow arrived, Tristan tried to make her transition easier, remembering how hard it was for him. He was actually the one who warned her about Clara. The two are still friends, but don't hang out as much as they used to.
D A N T ExL A W S O N
{☮}
"Who knew rich boy was so cool?"
When Dante first made the effort to befriend, Tristan wasn't sure what to think. The school playboy befriending him didn't make any sense, but Tristan decided to give him a chance. He could beat Richie Rich's ass if he had too. Tristan was surprised that Dante was actually a cool person. The guy was a blast at any party and seemed genuinely curious about Tristan's not rich upbringing. Tristan has made it his mission to show him the street way to live.
I V A NxJ O H N S O N
{♫}
"Basically the little brother I always wanted. I'm his number one fan too."
Tristan adores both of the Johnson siblings, but Ivan has always held a special place in Tristan's heart. His older sister can take care of herself and Ivan hasn't gotten that level of confidence yet. Tristan takes his role as his best friend very seriously and tries to be more supportive of his music career since he's still building his while Nury already has some of her plans set in motion. He knows Ivan sometimes feels overlooked, especially when his sister is involved, so Tristan tries to be a better friend to him. Plus, Tristan likes how kind and optimistic he still is after everything that's happened to him.
L E OxV E G A
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L I A MxS U M M E R S
{♫}
"One of my many, and my favorite, talented friends! If anyone messes with my boy, I'll end them."
The two of them being outsiders at St. Jude's was the reason these two drew near each other. Their completely different personalities just made their bond stronger. It's not uncommon for Tristan to drag Liam off on some crazy adventure, that usually ends up with one of them in trouble. The two are more than just crazy adventures buddies. Liam knows him better than anyone and has let him in on the drama going on in his family. They've shared their thoughts, fears, and dreams with one another and are best friends till the end.
T R I S T A NxD U P O N D
{♫}
"I'm actually a lot better now than I used to be."
If you asked what Tristan thought of himself before his mother got remarried, he'd tell you he's a huge piece of shit and that he was an awful person. He fell into a bad crowd and was thinking only of himself when his father left. After his brother, literally, knocked some sense into him, Tristan began to work to rebuild himself. He took his schoolwork more seriously and didn't neglect his job as a mechanic. He's been through some tough things, but it's only made him stronger.
M O O NxE O - J I N
{Before=♥}{Currently=☮}
"We are just friends. I don't see why people are making a big deal out of nothing."
The history between these two has been a secret even from Gossip Girl. The two of them started off as good friends, especially when Tristan would crash at Moon's apartment to escape his step-father's house, which he still does. Tristan began to feel more and the two of them became intimate. Moon's being in the closet didn't work for Tristan so their budding relationship stopped after that. Tristan found Prim and now he and Moon are just friends. However, people love to gossip and word is spreading that the two may be more than just friends.
S A M xM Y E R S
{☠☠}
"If I thought Clara was bad, this 'king' is even worse. I don't care for his title or want it. But honestly, I'd try to take it just to see him sweat a bit."
If you asked Tristan who he hates most at this school, Sam would be at the top of his list. The guy embodies the spoiled, silver spoon in their mouth stereotype that Tristan despises. Ever since attending St. Jude's, it's been the guy's mission to ruin his life. Tristan figures it's just a matter of feeling threatened by someone who's not going to bow down. Rich kids are so protective of their status and Tristan couldn't give a shit who likes him or not. He ignores the guy unless he starts something. Unfortunately, his need to be involved in his relationship with Prim just makes him want to fight with him more.