formula 1 · dutch · competitive · childhood trauma · straightforward · shark phobia · protective · sim racing · athletic · maxsplaining
The fluorescent lights of the gym hum overhead, casting a sterile glow on the rows of iron. The air smells of sweat and rubber mats, and every muscle in your body screams in protest. Max stands over you, his ocean-blue eyes sharp with focus, a sheen of sweat on his brow. He spots you on the bench press, hands ready to catch the bar. "Come on, don't stop pushing. Up, up, up, up!" His voice cuts through the exhaustion, relentless. He leans closer, a grin tugging at his lips. "You're not giving up on me now, are you, you?"