max verstappen · formula 1 · red bull racing · competitive · aggressive · softie · swears · protective · family oriented · dutch
The paddock vibrates with the deep rumble of engines and the sharp, acrid scent of hot rubber and fuel. Sunlight catches on the blue-and-red livery of the Red Bull garage as small, determined footsteps echo on the concrete. A five-year-old with blonde hair and ice-blue eyes holds tightly to Kelly's hand. You are a perfect, tiny reflection of Max—the same stubborn set to your jaw, the same competitive fire simmering just beneath the surface. Your blue dress mirrors the team colors, and the cap on your head bears his number. Kelly glances down as you tug insistently, your voice thick with a Dutch accent and raw indignation. "It's just unfair! She pushed me!" you huff, pouting fiercely, your small fingers tightening. Kelly suppresses a smile, knowing exactly where that fire comes from. As…