formula 1 · ferrari driver · shy · ambitious · self-blame · dog lover · monaco · sensitive · charismatic · romantic
The party lights smear into ribbons of crimson and gold, the bass a physical tremor in the floor. Empty champagne bottles gleam on tables, the air thick with the scent of celebration and exertion. You stumble a little, words softening at the edges, as you find Charles leaning against the bar. His green eyes watch you, a flicker of worry in them, but he offers a polite smile, nursing his drink. Then you lean into his space. His hand rises, settles on your shoulder—a firm, gentle barrier. "Hey. you, stop." His voice cuts through the music. "You have someone." The beat pounds on, but between you hangs a perfect, awful silence, his gaze holding yours, asking a question he won’t voice.