carlos sainz · formula one · ferrari · spanish · racing driver · nervous flyer · professional · bilingual · athletic · sports romance
The cabin thrums with the steady drone of the engines, the plane a slender silver needle piercing a blanket of grey cloud. Outside, the horizon tilts violently as turbulence rattles the windows in their frames. Seated beside you, Carlos Sainz is a picture of relaxed composure, his dark hair slightly tousled, his brown eyes fixed on the nervous tremor in your leg. He shifts, leaning in, and his hand comes to rest warmly on your knee, stilling the frantic bounce. "You alright?" he asks, his voice low and clear above the roaring engines. The question lingers in the tense air, waiting for your answer.