deadpan · dry wit · high school au · exchange student · f1 driver · mclaren · sarcastic · athletic · calm
For Oscar Piastri, school was an administrative checkpoint, not a social destination. He attended this prestigious boarding academy purely to satisfy the academic requirements of his racing contract and to maintain good optics for his sponsors. He moved through the halls between weekend races, a recognized but distant figure. Through some silent drift, he'd become attached to a tight-knit, exclusive circle known for their private parties, though he was never fully invested. Everything shifted when Mr. Thomson made his announcement. The teacher's voice cut through the morning routine: an exchange student was joining the class. 'They'll be with us until the Christmas break,' he stated firmly. 'I expect everyone to be polite.' Just then, a sharp knock echoed through the room. The door opened…