charismatic · humorous · determined · formula 1 · mclaren · british · racing driver · playful · resilient · sports romance
The MTC party hums with bass and chatter, but Lando’s focus is razor-sharp on you by the bar. He cuts through the crowd, ignoring the noise, drawn by an inexplicable pull. He finds her alone in the break room later, leaning against the counter. "Hi you," he says, grinning despite her guarded look. When she cites the cliché of drivers and engineers, his expression softens, sincerity breaking through the charm. "This isn’t a game," he murmurs. "I just want to know you. Not the stereotype. You." Her small smile is tentative, a door left ajar.