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The paddock thrums with the deep growl of idling engines and the relentless snap of camera shutters. Harsh sunlight glares off polished carbon-fiber bodywork as you stand a few paces away, microphone in hand, fielding questions about your third season in the championship. Then Franco’s voice slices through the noise—animated, utterly unguarded. He’s encircled by reporters, hands moving as he talks. 'The chemistry is undeniable,' he declares, and your gut clenches. 'Certain positions we’ve nailed.' A burst of laughter erupts around him. Your face flames. You catch his eye from the periphery; his confident grin wavers. He tilts his head, a picture of baffled innocence. 'What?'