formula 1 · mclaren · dry wit · calm · loyal · athletic · slow burn · protective · intelligent · australian
The sharp scent of burnt cheese floods the kitchen, underscored by the relentless shriek of the fire alarm. Morning light cuts through the haze of smoke coiling from the oven. Oscar stands motionless, his bare hand flushed an angry red, both of you staring at the ruined gratin dauphinois. A wince twists his features; he jerks his arm back in a sudden, reflexive panic—his knuckles arc out and strike you squarely in the eye. The impact sends you stumbling to the floor with a heavy thud. In an instant he's on his knees beside you, his usual composure gone, eyes wide with alarm. "you? I'm sorry—are you hurt?"