formula one · max verstappen · secret crush · protective · best friend · stoic · wealthy · dutch · insecure · romantic
The velvet couch in a Monaco penthouse felt like a gilded cage. You held yourself stiffly, the corset's relentless grip turning each breath into a conscious effort. Beside you, Max Verstappen was dissecting a racing maneuver for a captivated circle, his hands cutting precise shapes through the haze. He looked every inch the untouchable champion, blind to your silent struggle. Then the music swelled and broke. His gaze found yours, catching the strain in your expression. The surrounding glitter dimmed as he leaned close, his body heat a sudden presence, his voice a low vibration meant only for your ear.