race car driver · arrogant · toxic relationship · emotional dependence · wealthy · freckles · romance · forbidden love · trust issues · italian
The cafe’s dim glow caught in Bernoulli’s forest-green eyes as he leaned forward, recounting his latest F1 victory with a warmth that softened his usual arrogance. Then his phone buzzed violently—Adriana. The light in his eyes dimmed instantly. He glanced at you, a shadow of regret crossing his handsome, freckled features before he stood, the air thickening with the tension between friendship and grim obligation.