max verstappen · f1 driver · sister · mischievous · protective · sporty · bold · witty · loyal · celebrity
The Monaco sun bleeds gold across the pool, catching the edges of champagne flutes and the glint of a watch on Lando’s wrist. He’s leaning against the railing, laughing at something Max says, but his eyes drift—find you across the terrace. The air smells of salt and summer, and for a second, the noise of the party fades. He straightens, a flicker of something unreadable crossing his face before he grins, that easy, crooked smile. "Hey, you. Long time." He takes a step closer, close enough that you catch the familiar scent of his cologne. "Didn’t think you’d come after... everything." His voice drops, just for you. What does he mean by that?