mitch

The first time Lewis visits the Mercedes garage after his move to Ferrari, he thinks he's hallucinating. Everything is how it should be, except for one little factor. Blonde hair that he can almost smell, a soft German accent that sounds oh so familiar.

As soon as the person turns around, he snaps out of it, his heart settling. Lewis recognizes you, one of the new rookies racing for Williams. It makes sense that you're in the Mercedes garage, ever since Formula Two you and Kimi have been known to be incredibly close.

It's unsettling, though. Your resemblance to Nico. You look almost exactly the same, sound almost exactly the same, the only noticeable difference being the way your features fall. If Lewis were a less mentally stable man, he'd swear the two of you were related.

Watching you and Kimi fool around, giggling like little kids as the two of you lean in close as if sharing the most important secret in the world, Lewis is glad it's Kimi wearing a Mercedes kit and not you. He doesn't think he'd survive looking at you if it were the other way around.

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After that first time Lewis saw you, it's like you begin popping up everywhere. Like the first sighting opened up a floodgate, all of a sudden he can't escape you.

It doesn't help that you're one of the more popular rookies, a rising star among the fans. Your interviews are everywhere, your face popping up whenever he logs onto social media. It also doesn't help that apparently you and Kimi are attached at the hip. Whenever Lewis goes back to visit Mercedes, you're there too, of course.

It's like he's seeing ghosts.

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You're a fine kid, that's the worst part. Polite and sweet, a bit too nice for your own good. The few conversations Lewis has had with you have ended with him stunned by just how nice you are. There's no other word for it.

So far...you're almost the exact opposite of Nico. In every way except for physically, you're nothing like the man that continues to haunt Lewis. It pains him to say it---you certainly don't deserve it---but sometimes Lewis can hardly stand to look at you.

The day you meet Nico, get asked a few questions by him, Lewis nearly throws up. Wherever he turns, he can't escape the videos, the comments from fans finally noticing what he's known all along, realizing how similar you two are.

A = Affection (How affectionate are they? How do they show affection?)

very affectionate, especially physically. he knows how to reserve himself when he has to but when you two are alone it's nearly impossible to pry him off of you, though he does prefer a more casual touch. holding hands or entwining your arms usually. he also loves doing things for you or saying sweet things to show his affection. kimi's a sweet talker for sure, though he may not seem like it

B = Best friend (What would they be like as a best friend? How would the friendship start?)

you guys probably grew up together in some way, whether it be school or karting or something else. he's caring, almost to the same extent as he is in his relationships. it doesn't matter what kind of relationship Kimi has with someone, he always tries his best with it

C = Cuddles (Do they like to cuddle? How would they cuddle?)

physical touch is one of his main love languages, he absolutely adores cuddling, hanging off of you at every moment. the only time he won't initiate cuddles is when you two are going to sleep, he has a love/hate relationship with cuddling at bedtime. sometimes it's just too much. but any other time is free game

D = Domestic (Do they want to settle down? How are they at cooking and cleaning?)

he'd like to settle down someday. when kimi loves, he loves with his whole heart. he's already imagining settling down with you. he's pretty good at cooking and cleaning, though he does need to get more practice, not doing either nearly as much as he should. but he's willing to improve, especially if that's what you want from him

E = Ending (If they had to break up with their partner, how would they do it?)

he's kind enough to do it face to face, not just ghosting you no matter how easy that would be. he tries to remain civil, doing his best to explain why he's made that decision. it's safe to say one or both of you would end in some sort of tears, whether they be sad, angry, etc

F = Fiance(e) (How do they feel about commitment? How quick would they want to get married?)

along with settling down, he definitely wants to do so someday. though he does want to wait a few years, he thinks the both of you are still a bit too young to go down that road. that doesn't mean he isn't always thinking about it and planning it in his head though

G = Gentle (How gentle are they, both physically and emotionally?)

he's mostly gentle. you guys like to roughhouse together and he tries to be as gentle as possible while still trying to win, he'll often attack you playfully but he won't ever hurt you. he messes up with his words more often, sometimes accidentally saying something insensitive or not saying the right thing, though he always apologizes quickly and tries his best to make up for it

H = Hugs (Do they like hugs? How often do they do it? What are their hugs like?)

he does like hugs, always hugging you hello and goodbye. there are other ways he'd prefer to show his affection but he's always down for a hug, especially if you like them. Kimi's are gentle but firm, holding you close for as long as you want, allowing you to pull away first

I = I love you (How fast do they say the L-word?)

this is the thing kimi gets most nervous about, not that he doesn't think you'll reciprocate it, but he fears he might come on too fast and scare you away. it takes a while of him whispering it to your sleeping form before he finally works up the nerve to say it the first time. after that he tells you it every day

J = Jealousy (How jealous do they get? What do they do when they’re jealous?)

he gets jealous easily, but he always feels bad about it. you're loyal and he knows that, he has no reason getting jealous over nothing, especially when he's sure you don't do that. because he feels so bad about it he just stays quiet, sulking in silence until he can get you alone, clinging to you and burying his face in your neck until he gets over himself

K = Kisses (What are their kisses like? Where do they like to kiss you? Where do they like to be kissed?)

he's pretty good at it, a little shy the first few times until he starts getting more confident and allows himself to kiss you for longer than a second. when he gets more confident, he starts kissing you for no reason whatsoever, pressing his lips to your cheek or your temple whenever he passes by. though he loves kissing your lips the most. you tease him sometimes by kissing the corner of his mouth, kimi doesn't let you walk away until you kiss him properly, whining and complaining until you give in

L = Little ones (How are they around children?)

so good with them. it calms him down a bit, surprisingly. but he loves being around kids, playing with them or just hanging out. it doesn't matter if he knows them personally or not, they always end up having him wrapped around their fingers

M = Morning (How are mornings spent with them?)

lazy when he doesn't have anything to do. so slow to wake up and grumbling if you try to pry yourself out of his arms, even if you promise to be right back.

if he does have something to do, he takes so much care in being quiet, trying not to wake you up. he wants you to sleep as long as possible, though he's always grumpy that he can't watch you wake up. that's his favorite part of the morning

N = Night (How are nights spent with them?)

not quite as calm as mornings. it's honestly different every night, like flipping a coin. sometimes he's so exhausted he can't do more than wrap himself around you and fall right asleep, other times he's doing anything he can to stay awake. cooking late night meals, begging you to watch a movie with him, attacking you with a surprise pillow fight. it's always something new, something you'd never expect

O = Open (When would they start revealing things about themselves? Do they say everything all at once or wait a while to reveal things slowly?)

he's a little cautious, but he lets things go at their own pace, revealing things when it feels right. it's easier to tell you the little things. his favorite foods, how much he misses you, that story of the time he broke his arm when he was a kid. but the deeper things, the meaningful things, he doesn't quite tell you until a few months into your relationship

P = Patience (How easily angered are they?)

he has a shorter temper, though it's not very explosive. he gets frustrated quickly, shutting himself off but never blowing up at you. it's the thing he puts the most time into fixing, especially now that he's with you

Q = Quizzes (How much would they remember about you? Do they remember every little detail you mention in passing, or do they kind of forget everything?)

it's an on and off thing. sometimes he remembers the little things and forgets the big things, sometimes it's the opposite. he's the type to cook a meal with a food you mentioned one time, thinking you really liked it, only for you to remind him that you're allergic to it. that was the thing you mentioned.

R = Remember (What is their favorite moment in your relationship?)

Your first date. It didn't necessarily according to plan (it actually went kinda shit) but he walked you to your door, feeling awful as he apologized, when you kissed him on the cheek and said you'd text him as you slipped through the door. whenever he thinks about that moment he gets as giddy as he was when it actually happened

S = Security (How protective are they? How would they protect you? How would they like to be protected?)

he's naturally protective of you, but not in a showy way. he always has an eye on you, especially if he brings you to the paddock, keeping you close with a hand on your lower back.

T = Try (How much effort would they put into dates, anniversaries, gifts, everyday tasks?)

a lot of the dates he plans are smaller, less extravagant than the things other drivers plan for their partners. but that doesn't mean he didn't put in much effort. he always makes sure it's something you'll enjoy, something that makes you feel loved and cared for. even if it's as simple as him cooking and putting on your favorite show

U = Ugly (What would be some bad habits of theirs?)

he's a bit impulsive. it's not always bad but it can be sometimes. he's also prone to procrastinating, stressing when he has to suddenly get something done and in turn stressing you out

V = Vanity (How concerned are they with their looks?)

he doesn't put too much thought into it if he's not doing something important. yeah, he makes sure he doesn't look like a slob or anything, but if he's not going to the track or going to see you, he's not going to be dressing up or anything

W = Whole (Would they feel incomplete without you?)

he misses you all the time when he's at a race, wishing you could be with him. it's not enough for him to outright say it, he knows you have your own stuff going on, but he makes it noticeable. he can't fall asleep without calling you

X = Xtra (A random headcanon for them.)

he bought you a ring within the first month that you started dating. he wasn't necessarily thinking of marriage but he had been wandering around in a shop and saw it and immediately thought of you and bought it on impulse. it was only after he bought it that he realized it would be a bit odd to give you a ring so soon into your relationship. it sat in his drawer for at least a solid year before he gave it to you

Y = Yuck (What are some things they wouldn’t like, either in general or in a partner?)

he hates unnecessary rudeness or negativity. he's all for it when it's deserved, hating on people when they do shitty things. but when it's for no reason he just doesn't like it

Z = Zzz (What is a sleep habits of theirs?)

kimi.antonelli

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kimi.antonelli Best date ever! Happy one year <3

user1 he's gay??

user2 NO WHY COULDNT YOU BE SINGLE

user3 no reason for him to be racing if this is what he's doing with his life

⤷ user4 he's happy who gives a fuck

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Neither of you saw the post until it was too late, already having garnered thousands of likes and drawing attention from absolutely everyone even slightly involved with Formula One. Not even five hours later and already news outlets were spreading it around, posting rumors and whatever drama they could scrounge up.

Kimi's been inconsolable ever since he realized what he'd done, mistakenly posting the pictures to his public account instead of his private, the one only known to you, his family, and a few close friends. Phone completely shut off, Kimi's head rests in your lap, your hands carding through his hair comfortingly.

"'m sorry," Kimi mumbles for about the tenth time in as many minutes. No matter how many times you've reassured him it's okay, he simply can't stop apologizing.

"It's okay, Kimi." You repeat once more. You'll say it a million times if you have to, until you get him to believe it.

Privacy has never been much of an issue for you. The two of you wanted to keep it to yourselves in the beginning, but after coming up on a year, you don't really want to keep it to yourself anymore. You want your family and friends to know, to be able to love Kimi openly in front of the other people you love. The public wasn't something you thought about, though. You don't really care that they know, if you're being honest. The only thing you care about is how it affects Kimi, and so far, it's not affecting him very positively.

Kimi's phone would no doubt be blowing up right now if it wasn't powered off, messages and calls from nearly everyone probably flooding in. You have no doubt Mercedes would stand behind him, many of them already know about you, but you're not sure Kimi realizes just how much support he has.

"I love you," You remind him, just in case. "No matter what."

Arms tightening around your waist, Kimi presses his face harder against your thigh, a heavy sigh escaping from him as he forces every muscle in his body to relax.

"I love you too."

"You know this doesn't change that, right?"

It takes a moment, but eventually Kimi nods against your leg, making you relax with relief. You know this must be a million times more stressful for him than it is for you.

"I don't want to take it down," Kimi admits after a few minutes of you guys sitting in silence. "I want--I want everyone to know. About you. About us."

A soft smile spreads across your face as he speaks, your fingers still dutifully carding through his curls. You're happy with his decision, happy that he made it on his own.

The next morning, as you're scrolling through your phone, a bit overwhelmed by the sheer number of people who have started following you since Kimi posted those pictures, you find a new post on his account. Just a single picture.

kimi.antonelli

You and Oscar were often polar opposites, where he was calm and somewhat nonchalant, you were more excitable. Never without a smile on your face, even during the worst days.

So when he came home to find you half dead on the couch, curled up under a blanket and practically sobbing your heart out, he was quite concerned to say the least.

It's been about an hour and you've somewhat calmed down since then. Oscar forced you off the couch and into bed, covered with even more blankets and a half empty bowl of soup he'd fed you sitting on the bedside table.

"'m sorry," You murmur softly as his fingers card through your sweaty hair. Oscar barely understands what you said, what with how congested you are, but he hums inquisitively as a response, encouraging you to continue your thought. "I'm a lot, aren't I?"

Brows furrowed in confusion, Oscar shifts so he can look at you properly, wondering where you even got that idea from.

"Who said that?" He asks softly, gently pressing the back of his palm to your forehead to see if your fever has risen at all.

You scoff softly, the action drawing a coughing fit out of you for a few moments before you wince in pain and relax further into the pillows Oscar had stacked behind you to keep you elevated.

"No one has to say it," You mumble once you catch your breath, eyes fluttering shut as you sigh softly. "Just gotta look and see it."

"Babe--" Oscar's not even sure how to respond. Sure you're a bit energetic--when you're not about to die from a cold--but he's never thought you were a lot. "You're not a lot."

"Osc," You say exasperatedly, as if you were scolding him. "I'm useless without you taking care of me or keeping me on track. 'm always bouncing around and talking." A moment passes by and you remain quiet, swallowing roughly as you feel tears begin to well up in your eyes.

"You're always so calm," You whisper, squeezing your eyes shut as you lean into Oscar's hand. "Wish I was more like you."

Oscar's quiet long enough that you start to panic internally. What if you saying all that made him realize it's true? What if today's the day he finally comes to his senses and leaves you?

"Y/N," Oscar's voice is gentle and soft, quieter than usual. "Baby. You're perfect, I can't say it any other way. All that stuff, that's not bad, it's perfect because it's you. It's good that we're kind of...opposites. I like that."

Gently, Oscar turns your face towards his, brushing stray tears away with his thumbs as he kisses you gently, uncaring that he'll definitely be getting sick now.

"I don't care how many times I have to say it. I won't stop until you believe it."

"Have you seen Kimi?" George asks as he approaches Bono. There's supposed to be a meeting soon and Kimi has quite the habit of being a few minutes late. This time, George is tasked with finding him.

"Where do you think, mate?" Bono responds, a knowing smile on his face as he goes back to the data he'd been previously busying himself with.

And really, George should've known better than to ask around for Kimi. There's only one place he could be if he weren't at Mercedes hospitality. It's as if the two of you were conjoined at the hip, wherever one goes the other follows.

Approaching Williams' garage, George can already hear the two of you giggling together. No one bats an eye as he walks inside, everyone knowing why he's there, some send him bemused looks even.

Catching a glimpse of the two of you, George braces himself for a fight, knowing he'll have to endure both of your pleading gazes and sit through ten minute long goodbyes. As if you're not going to be with each other again within an hour.

Clearing his throat, George draws the attention of the two of you, drawing both of your wide-eyed gazes onto him. Kimi at least looks sheepish, though you just look annoyed at the sight of him.

"You do know you have responsibilities, right?" George drawls, a teasing edge to his voice, causing Kimi to wince slightly. "Which means you can't just skip meetings as you wish."

"...Is it mandatory?" Kimi dares to ask, causing you to stifle a giggle in his shoulder and drawing an incredulous laugh from George.

"Yes, it's mandatory and no, you cannot bring your little limpet."

"Limpet?" You repeat, scowling softly, though it's not genuine. You know you and Kimi are attached, perhaps a bit too much, and neither of you take any offense from the jokes everyone makes.

Kimi groans softly, his forehead falling to rest on your shoulder as he leans heavily into your side, your head coming down to rest on top of his. You murmur something into his curls that George can't quite make out, Kimi replying just as softly. It's an intimate moment, George can tell that much. He averts his gaze to give you two a moment of privacy, though he can still hear the telltale sound of a gentle kiss shared between the two of you. It's sweet, sickeningly so. Eventually, Kimi approaches him, a faint blush on his cheeks. When George turns around to bid you goodbye, the same ruddy colour is present on your face as you watch them leave with fond eyes.

At the beginning of your relationship he's not quite sure how to navigate it, wanting to make everything as easy as possible for you but not wanting to be overbearing or anything along those lines

He settles on just sticking nearby, knowing you can hold your own but ready if you want his help for anything

Before the first time you come over he rearranges his entire apartment, making sure there's always a place for you to sit if you need it

He's a bit wary of you coming to the paddock, not because he doesn't want you there, but because he's scared he won't be able to accommodate you

He's also worried of the backlash you might face, he knows how hurtful fans can get

Eventually, when you insist on wanting to come to a race, he pulls out every stop to make sure the garage is as accommodating and comfortable as possible, ensuring you have a pass to get you anywhere including his drivers room if you need a minute

LN4

-he loves it

-he's also very clingy, spending every moment hanging off of you

-it's very rare but sometimes he'll get so overstimulated that he can't cling to you. it's the only time you two are seperated, and even then it's not by much, just enough that you're not touching

-definitely reciprocates the most out of all the drivers

OP81

-loves it but isn't as vocal about it as lando

-accepts your affections with no protest at all, even if he's doing something important. he'll be sitting on the couch looking at data and immediately open his arms when you come to sit next to him

-always has the dopiest smile on his face when you cling to him randomly

GR63

-touch isn't one of his biggest love languages but it slowly becomes one once he starts dating you

-loves to just be holding your hand at every moment, it's a nice way for you to be clingy even when the two of you are supposed to be acting more professional

-he might act like it's a hassle, huff about it, but he does it in a way where you can tell he's teasing

AKA12

-absolutely loves it

-he'll pretend to complain but whine when you actually stop clinging to him, begging you to continue again

-just loves holding you/being held by you whenever possible

-the only time he doesn't like it is when you guys are sleeping, he has a love/hate relationship with it then

CL16

-smiles and giggles when you come up to him

-he's surprisingly more strict about refusing your affection than some of the other drivers, but not in a bad way

-if he's doing something incredibly important, he'll apologize and send you on your way with Leo in your arms and as soon as he's done he's crawling into your arms and burying his head in your chest, Leo squished between the two of you

-if he's gaming or sim racing he'll beg you to come sit on his lap, no matter if he's on call with his friends or other drivers. he just wants to hold you while he plays

LH44

-not a very clingy person, but likes physical affection, especially when it comes from you

-oftentimes he'll be doing something and you'll come up behind him and just hug him. he won't admit it but he tends to draw his task out as much as possible just to keep you there

-more of a casual touch guy so he does have to get used to doing more than just a simple arm over your shoulders or slung over your waist in bed

MV33

-enjoys it but is very reserved about it

-he'll never deny you, presses a kiss to your forehead every time you come up and cling to him

-your clinginess and openness convinces him to start doing so himself, to start coming to you instead of just waiting on you to come to him

YT22

-always loves it when you cling to him

-he's happy to return your affections, pausing whatever he's doing just to pay you a moment of attention

-he's learned to expect you practically jumping him whenever he enters a room you're in

CS55

-not clingy like you but is very touchy

-he'll respond to your touches with an affectionate pat on your back or shoulder, hugging you for a few moments

-whenever he sees you or walks past you he always makes sure to leave a lingering touch, whether playful or romantic he always does it

AA23

-just as clingy as you

-he loves to just be touching you all the time, holding your hand or hooking his finger in your belt loop. he just wants to be near you

-there'll be random bursts where he''ll become the more clingy one, tackling you down and wrapping himself around you, refusing to let you up until he's had his fill

LL30

-he can also tend to be clingy, though not as much as you

-he loves hugging you from behind, hanging off of you when he wants affection. he loves it when you start to do that too

-he absolutely will be late to an important meeting just to hug you for a few minutes longer if that's what you want

IH6

-not entirely clingy but very affectionate, especially in response to you

-you'll come up to hug him and he'll wrap you in his arms, holding you tight and pressing his lips to your cheek noisily just to annoy you

-loves cuddling with you when he can, spends his rare free days just lounging around in your arms

EO31

-very on and off with his touchiness, he's all over you in private but has enough self control to keep himself to just holding your hand when in public

-absolutely loves your clinginess, even if he can't quite match it, he tries his best

-doesn't really mind if you cling to him while he's doing something important, it encourages him to take a healthy amount of breaks just so he can hold you in return

OB87

-also very clingy especially when it comes to the people he cares about

-he tends to ignore more important matters in favor of curling up next to you, head on your chest as he forces you to hold him in your arms

-shockingly it's very easy for him to be clingier than you if he's in the right mood for it

FA14

-one of the calmer drivers when it comes to this

-he never really says anything about it, just lets you cling to him without protesting or bringing it up at all

-he's not very clingy, especially compared to you, but there will be sometimes where he'll come up and just hold you wordlessly, either because he wants to or he can tell you need it

LS18

-very awkward in regards to it at first

-he enjoys your clinginess a lot but isn't too sure how to accept it or reciprocate, eventually he learns to just let it happen

-it takes a while but he figures out how to let himself cling to you instead of just letting you cling to him

FC43

-clingy but more shy about it than you are

-he'll accept your affections happily, a faint blush spreading across his face every time no matter how long you've been together

-he's a bit more reserved about clinging to you, though. keeping his touches shorter and less frequent until a little longer into your relationship

PG10

-finds it a bit amusing

-it's just another thing to love about you

-he's always open to hugging you or holding your hand, no matter where you guys are or if he gets teased for being whipped or anything

NH27

-probably the most neutral about your clinginess, always very calm when it comes to you

-accepts your touches with a soft smile and returns them easily

-he doesn't often initiate more than a quick hug or grasp of your hand, but he rarely denies you when you come looking for more

GB5

-also very clingy

-spends half his time hugging you from behind, face buried in the side of your neck

You and Gabi's relationship went back to Formula 2, when the two of you were teammates. You knew of each other before that, of course, but that was when you really started to know him. And honestly...you didn't quite like him. But you don't think he liked you either.

Constantly fighting each other for points, at each others throats both on and off the track, with Gabi eventually coming out on top. It strained your relationship. Until the end of the season, where the two of you ended up alone at some afterparty you can't quite remember. But you two talked for the first time then, an actual talk, not the forced kind in front of cameras. And something changed.

Now, with both of you in Formula 1, no longer on the same team, your rivalry isn't as real as it was back then. More of a habit neither of you can let go of, something familiar and entertaining. Maybe you guys are a bit too good at acting, a bit too realistic when you throw jabs at each other in front of the media. But no matter how the media spin it, you both know it's just fun. You both know how to separate your relationship from the track, in the way you couldn't before.

Brazil didn't go very well, Gabi's home race and he crashed out in the first lap. You had winced when the message came over the radio, knowing how much this race meant to him. You found him as soon as you could, watching Hulkenberg offer him a comforting hug and walking over as the two separate. It didn't matter that you were in front of the media, didn't matter that the two of you were supposed to be rivals, all that mattered was the man in front of you.

You brought him into your arms the same way his teammate had, one hand resting on the nape of his neck in a manner that could pass as just friendly, the other patting his bicep. "I'll be in your driver's room in five, hmm?" You murmured against his ear, accepting the minute nod against your shoulder as an answer.

This would be all over social media, you knew that much. People dissecting every move you two made, trying to figure out just what you said to Gabi. But you couldn't care less as you watched him walk away.

As you promised, after rushing through your interviews, you find yourself slipping into Gabi's driver's room, finding the other man reclined on the couch, eyes shut and face slack though you know he isn't really asleep.

Sitting down and curling yourself around Gabi, he automatically tucks himself into your side, your hand moving up to card through his hair. His expression doesn't change as he buries his face in your shoulder, groaning quietly as the previous tension leaves his body.

"Shit race, mate," Gabi sighs quietly, muttering against your neck. "Wasn't supposed to be like that."

"I know," You murmurs in reply, pressing your lips to the crown of his head. His first home race and it ended like that. You feel bad for him, but you know pitying Gabi will only make him feel worse. "The next one will be better, Gabs."

He shrugs noncommittally and murmurs his assent, though it doesn't feel very genuine. Tugging gently on the ends of his hair, Gabi looks up and you press a chaste kiss to the corner of his mouth, shifting to a more comfortable position as you pull away.

When he sees you:

-he's usually able to control himself, known for being able to stay calm and collected. but everything about you makes him go crazy, it's no surprise seeing you all dressed up would have the same outcome

-you were supposed to be going to a family members wedding, unable to bring him as a plus one, and for the first time he's glad that he can't come

-you trudge into the bedroom, asking for help with your tie, and he's immediately on you. he does as you ask, of course he does, tying your tie for you only to pull you closer by the end of it as he tightens it, your lips crashing together as he backs you up against the wall

-despite your protests, you give in easily. it's not often Oscar loses himself like this, and you didn't really want to go to that wedding anyways

-the two of you don't even make it to the bed, him being more than content to keep you up against the wall

When you see him:

-you've gotten used to seeing Oscar all dressed up, he has to do so enough that it's not a totally foreign sight. you don't know what, but there's just something different this time

-he was already running late, rushing out into the living room where you were resting, hastily finishing putting himself together. Oscar turned his back for just a moment before you were on him, kissing him in a deceivingly sweet manner before slowly pushing his blazer off of his shoulders

-he tried to protest at first, though everyone knows he can't say no to you, falling over himself at the mere suggestion of you needing or wanting something

The two of you are watching shitty reality TV when it happens, the thing you've dreaded for the five months you've been dating Oscar.

Curled into his side, you're wearing a hoodie like always. You never wear short sleeves, never around him. It's one of Oscar's hoodies this time, comfortable and safe. Allowing you to let your guard down for once, surrounding by his touch and his scent.

You have to reach over him to grasp your drink on the side table, the sleeve of the hoodie riding up in the process. You don't even notice it.

When you reach back over to set your drink down, Oscar's hand catches your wrist gently, drawing your attention away from the TV.

Looking at him, a confused expression on your face, you swallow roughly when you realize his eyes are locked onto your forearm. On your old scars.

His thumb traces the raised skin gently, focused as he turns your arm over. Slowly, as if allowing you an out if you want it, Oscar brings your forearm up, pressing his lips to the most prominent scar shortly, pulling away mere seconds after.

"You don't have to talk about it." He murmurs, pulling you closer into his side. "Not unless you're ready to. I just want you to be safe."

It's shocking, how calm he's being about this. A stark contrast to how everyone else in your life reacted when they found out. Though you guess you should've expected it. You've always admired his levelheadedness.

"They're old," You admit quietly, burrowing against him to get comfortable, hiding your face in his chest. "I don't do it anymore."

He's quiet for a minute, hand slowly carding through your hair, as if deep in thought.

"I'm glad." He finally says. And it's then you notice the tears in his eyes.

It hurts you, to know that this hurts him so much. Though you know it's a rational reaction.

It's easy to talk. Easier than it is with anyone else. He listens with rapt attention as you explain everything, no matter how much you stumble or falter. He never looks away, holding you close the entire time.

LN4

- hard launch

- once he's completely serious about you he starts bringing you to races

- doesn't even have to make a statement, so physically affectionate that it would be weird if y'all weren't dating

- posts you on instagram as long as you're okay with it. very coupley photos that don't leave room for people to wonder if you're taken

OP81

- soft launch

- honestly so soft that it takes a while after your first appearance for everyone to be sure that you're dating

- reserved with affection in public, sticks to just holding your hand or guiding you with a hand on your lower back

- the same with posts, makes sure there's nothing in the pictures he posts that could ever damage your reputation

- wants to protect you as much as he can from the public eye

GR63

-hard launch

-an anniversary launch, you two having been together for a long time before you both decide you're ready. A simple picture of you in a restaurant

-it's confirmed when you begin to steadily show up to races

AKA12

-soft launch

-he doesn't actually mean to, accidentally putting a picture of you in a vacation photo dump

-he's distraught, though once you convince him you're not mad he does it properly, posting about you frequently

-his instagram basically becomes your fan page

CL16

- soft-ish launch

- it's be a mix of you showing up to races and appearing in his instagram posts

- he wouldn't outright say anything until the fans finally catch on

- once people start realizing you're together he'd make a post of just pictures of you with the cheesiest caption you've ever seen

LH44

-hard launch

-goes completely at your pace, makes sure you're not in anything until you're absolutely ready to be public

-once you give him the okay you're in everything tho

-always runs the pics by you first to make sure you're okay with him posting them

MV33

-soft-ish launch

-posts pictures of you on his story but it's never really pictures that look like anything more than close friends

-you're actually the one that launches your relationship, posting pictures of the two of you on your anniversary, though he posts something similar just a few minutes after you

-it's not that he doesn't want to, he just doesn't need to go public to be happy. he wants to make sure you want to be public first

YT22

-soft launch

-he doesn't mention you too much, your own personal preference, aside from posting a picture of you every once in a while

-he'd post more about you if he could, but he respects your boundaries

CS55

-hard launch

-you can often be seen in the garage watching his races, every time carlos finishes in points the camera catches you giving him a congratulatory kiss in the background

-he'll make little posts about you every once in a while, usually for important events

AA23

-hard launch

-he posts about you frequently, at least one picture of you in all of his dumps

-eventually he ends up taking you to a race which finally confirms the rumors

LL30

-hard launch

-loves bringing you to races, more in a casual way though, he doesn't show you off more than you're okay with

-loves just having you by his side supporting him. he doesn't care if people notice or not

IH6

-hard launch

-loves posting silly pictures of you, the two of you are actually public before he even makes it to f1

-once he made it to f1 he had to tone it down though, much to the disappointment of the fans and himself

EO31

-soft launch

-you two prefer to stay private, it's hard for you to attend races anyway due to personal reasons

-the first time you do attend, it takes a bit for people to realize you're with esteban but as soon as they do they adore you

-you two continue to remain private though, making the occasional appearance together

OB87

-soft launch

-he's pretty private, like most drivers. at his home race, he brings you with him and is constantly by your side, guiding you around and holding your hand

-you guys are the center of f1 media for a good bit, the fans going crazy about your relationship

FA14

-hard launch

-you've been by his side since the start of his career, attending almost every single race

-if people know him, they know you, he's never had to say anything or post anything

LS18

-soft launch

-he'll also post about you accidentally, though it'll be pretty much the last anyone hears about you

-you guys prefer to keep private, though he'll post you for special events

FC43

-hard launch

-your biggest fan. with your permission, he's talking about you to whoever will stay still long enough to listen

-like kimi, his instagram is mostly filled with you

PG10

-soft launch

-you guys are together for a while before he finally brings you to a race, walking in arm in arm, f1 social media actually launching your relationship

-it's rare that you attend a race, but whenever you do the media account is always getting a picture of you

NH27

-soft launch

-people see you in the garage often, leading them to wonder about you, though nothing's ever certain

-it was confirmed when he got his first podium, you congratulating him with a kiss that got caught on camera

GB5

-soft launch

-makes a post with you in it, though he doesn't say anything in it. the caption is simply a heart

youruser

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youruser new shoot coming out soon! so grateful for this opportunity

user1 my fav niche photographer 😍

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youruser

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youruser awesome day at the paddock! thanks oscarpiastri for letting me stay in your garage

oscarpiastri anytime mate, come back soon 👍

⤷ youruser already got next week's paddock pass

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⤷ user6 yo they just met 😭

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oscarpiastri Great race today, might have found a new good luck charm

youruser great race osc! so glad I could see it in person

⤷ oscarpiastri thanks yn, hope you're around to see more

⤷ user9 omg they're actually flirting

⤷ user10 right in front of my salad??

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youruser

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youruser bit less professional this time

user14 i hate and love how this has just become an oscar fanpage

⤷ youruser hey! i post other stuff...sometimes

⤷ user15 get a grip man you're whipped

⤷ user16 he's literally softlaunching the two of them

user17 WHAT IS THAT LAST PICTURE SIR

user5 ynoscar

⤷ user6 alright fine you were right, happy now??

oscarpiastri

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oscarpiastri thinking of picking up a new hobby

youruser practice makes perfect sweetheart

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⤷ user18 dad and dad are fighting...

user19 i nominate user5 as the ynoscar fan club president