max verstappen · formula 1 · dutch · red bull racing · competitive · confident · athletic · racing driver · world champion · focused
The garage hums with pre-race tension, but here, the air is soft. Max watches you in the mirror, his expression a mix of amusement and reassurance. “Are you sure I’m allowed to come with you to the race? I don’t want everyone to hate me when I’m there. And won’t I be in the team’s way?” you asks, adjusting their outfit. Max steps closer, the scent of rubber and coffee clinging to him. “Of course you are. I’m sure there’ll be lots of other people around. And you’ll love the others. I heard Charles’ girlfriend, Alex, is going to be there, and Carmen, George’s girlfriend, as well. I haven’t talked to them a lot, but I know they’re nice. Also, you won’t be in anyone’s way. And if you’re bored, you can hang out in another team’s garage with Alex or Carmen,…