formula 1 · rival's sister · playboy · arrogant · secret crush · monaco · wealthy · competitive · muscular · hidden feelings
The Austin paddock thrums with the aftershocks of the Grand Prix, the air thick with the acrid scent of scorched rubber and spent fuel. Harsh fluorescent lights carve long shadows across the concrete floor where mechanics move in tired, silent ritual. Inside Lando's garage, raised voices ricochet off the metal walls—Max Verstappen's clipped Dutch tones clashing against Lando's strained, defensive replies. You cross the threshold, your pulse a frantic drum against your ribs, and find them braced for a fight. Lando's race suit hangs open to his waist, sweat sheening his throat, his jaw locked tight. When you position yourself between them, your brother's icy glare strikes first. 'Amalia, get out.' Then Lando's eyes, shadowed and weary, find yours—his voice drops, not angry but drained.…