glitch's f1 bullshit

When Liam said that New Zealand was beautiful, Isack had assumed that the blonde was exaggerating to make things seem better than they are. All the drivers had a tendency to oversell their home countries, a symptom of homesickness they all shared. It turns out Liam wasn’t really lying at all. Isack landed a few hours ago and he’s already been enamored with the landscapes he’s passed on the way. Maybe Liam will agree to go hiking with him later, that’d be nice. Small issue, and it’s hardly even an issue, but Liam doesn’t even know he’s here. No worries! Surely he won’t mind a surprise visit. Isack really hopes he doesn’t mind a surprise visit. They’re on winter break, which is summer down here, but regardless it’s a vacation. Him and Liam had been texting back and forth non-stop since they separated after Abu Dhabi. Isack misses him more than he probably should, and sure it’s a bit extreme to book a flight to New Zealand at 3 in the morning after wallowing in self pity all night. Isack never claimed to be a particularly great decision maker. 

His uber comes to a stop, and Isack thanks the driver before climbing out. Hastings is a pretty town, and the warm sunshine on his face is a welcome change from the frigid weather back in Paris. He likes it here, he likes it more because Liam is here, but New Zealand is truly just a nice place. He wanders for a while, taking in the scenery. It’s nice, no one seems to recognize him outside of his teamkit, and that’s all he could ask for.

Eventually, he gets out his phone as he walks, smiling at a text from Liam. (Liam): Ik it’s like 2 am in France but I’m bored as hell mate.

(Liam): Visiting family is all fun and games until all your European friends are operating in different time zones. I’m out shopping with my mom.

Isack snorts at the messages before clicking out a reply. 

(Isack): Yeah, sucks doesn’t it. 

(Liam): Dude why’re you up

(Isack): wdym it’s bright and sunny out

(Liam): ??? 

(Isack): [Image]

Isack snaps a picture of a clocktower he’s passing by. Illuminated by the bright cheery sunshine. Liam sees the message, but he doesn’t reply. Leaves Isack to stew and wonder if he overstepped. A minute passes, and then another, and then: 

(Liam): Don’t Move

That’s a shocker, but Isack listens. Keeps his two feet planted right on the sidewalk he’s on. Now his head is really spinning. Is Liam mad? He can’t be mad right? Maybe Isack really did overstep, he should probably work on booking that return flight.

“Isack!” Liam’s shouting makes the frenchman’s head snap over. The blonde is practically running at him full speed. Isack hardly has time to smile before Liam is crashing into him in a hug. He’s nearly lifted off the ground as Liam squeezes him, shouting still: “You’re here! Why’re you here!?” 

Isack has to overcome his giggles before answering, face red. “I wanted to see you?” 

“You flew all the way to New Zealand ‘cause ya missed me?” Liam questions, grin bright on his face as he looks down at Isack.

Saying it out loud makes Isack feel silly and his cheeks get hot as he shrugs, “Uh.. yeah. Thought it’d be a nice vacation..?” 

Liam just squeezes him tighter before letting go. So maybe he doesn’t mind at all. He just grabs Isack’s hand and tugs him to follow, “It’ll be great. C’mon, I’ll show you around.”