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P5 on qualifying. What a shame.
He hated it, he hated his team, he hated his car, he hated his team principal, he hated his teammates, he hated himself.
He hated it when people started to get disappointed in him and started to curse him because his performance was declining, really declining.
Who knows what McLaren has done to his car or even himself, since the summer break ended, he has been completely out of his mind. McLaren was even more partial to the stupid brit, ugh, he don't know what made McLaren side with Lando.
But that's been going on since late 2024, Papaya rules bullshit. He hates it. He began to regret all of this, he began to feel… inadequate. Was he really worthless? What are his shortcomings? He really didn't like this feeling.
Damn it!
Then without realizing it, his tears had been flowing since the beginning, his thighs were now soaked with that feeling of sadness. He cried for a moment and rubbed his face roughly.
Then there was Mark's voice calling him, "hey, kid! Are you okay? There's an interview coming up soon, you better get ready." Then finally the sound of footsteps went away.
Oscar tried to calm his breathing and his thoughts that kept attacking him, he couldn't take it anymore. But he had no choice but to pretend in front of everyone, even though his eyes were red.
Oscar put on his hat and left the driver's room with his head down, not wanting anyone to see his sad and despicable face. By now Oscar was in front of the journalists and they noticed Oscar's eyes, but they preferred to remain silent and ask what they wanted to ask.
***
Florida
Logan is relaxing in his apartment and has just finished making popcorn for himself, because tonight's agenda is to watch the films that are on his bucket list.
He sat on the sofa with his legs stretched out and popcorn resting on his stomach, he flipped through the TV channels for a moment and saw that there was a TV channel that was interviewing Oscar after qualifying.
Logan, who was initially happy to see his friend, suddenly became worried as he realized that Oscar's eyes, which had always sparkled for the past few months, were gone. The spark was gone, Stolen by that damn team.
Logan was completely numb when he saw his friend, it was clear how sadness enveloped the Aussie man. Since Oscar was first promoted to McLaren, Logan actually had a strange feeling about McLaren.
Maybe Logan wasn't a great driver like his friend, but he knew that his hunch never went wrong. He knew what Oscar was feeling and what he was going through must be very stressful, Logan had felt it in a different way.
He took out his phone and opened the messages, then looked for Oscar's contact and gathered the courage to start the conversation with his old friend again.
Osc 🐨🧡
"hey, Osc. Are you okay…?"
"I accidentally saw your interview earlier while browsing TV channels, I could see your eyes were swollen."
"If you need anything, you know I'm here. You're not alone."
Not read yet… Logan sighed and started to worry about Oscar's condition. Logan has always been very attentive to everyone, including Oscar. In fact, Logan is even more attentive to Oscar, who knows what makes him like that.
Or maybe because Logan has loved Oscar since karting? No, no! That's ridiculous for Logan, how could a guy like Oscar like him? Logan had been harboring these feelings for a long time, but he never wanted to express them. Besides, Oscar often changed girlfriends. It's clear that the man only likes women.
***
In Oscar's hotel room
Oscar threw his bag on the sofa and jumped onto the bed, feeling like he just wanted to cry all night. Oscar was the type of person who didn't care about his surroundings, he always had a flat face.
But maybe not this season, a season that was truly miserable for him. He felt like he was in a Ferrari and it was all ridiculous, he didn't know how Charles could put up with the absurdity of his team.
While Oscar was driving a car that was far superior to the Ferrari, in a short time he was made to look like a lame cat. He really had a grudge against McLaren that day, he was hoping karma would come to the team.
Then he decided to read the messages piled up on his phone, replying to them one by one and not reading anything related to the next day. But he saw one message that he missed so much.
Lo 🦅💙
3 messages.
He swallowed and pressed the notification, now it was clear what Logan had typed for him.
Lo 🦅💙
"hey, Osc. Are you okay…?"
"I accidentally saw your interview earlier while browsing TV channels, I could see your eyes were swollen."
"If you need anything, you know I'm here. You're not alone."
Oscar fell silent and felt an old feeling return to him, a warm and comfortable feeling when he was with the blond man. He felt like he was being noticed again after so long.
Of course this touched Oscar's heart and he wanted to cry again, but this time he wanted to cry in his best friend's arms. He miss Logan, the only friend he truly considered a friend.
Later that night, Oscar ignored Logan's messages because he didn't want to talk about his situation and he decided to check Instagram. He saw news circulating about McLaren being more support Lando over himself, At that point, he was really sleepy and fell asleep. But he accidentally hit the repost button on one of the anti-Lando posts, which shocked everyone.
***
Race day.
Oscar woke up to dozens of notifications flooding in from Mark, whether it was messages or calls. Oscar ignored her and checked his Instagram account, seeing that he had just reposted the anti-Lando post. He paused for a moment and then immediately deleted the repost.
Then he got up from the bathroom to clean up and returned to face the bitter reality, of course he didn't really expect good results because of that qualifying. He was completely devastated by the ridiculous situation.
Right now he was heading to the paddock while staring at the message from Logan and he sighed, Currently he is typing a message and sending a message to Logan.
Lo 🦅💙
"hey, I miss you. Can i go to your apartment after the race?"
"What do you think I lack? I don't seem to belong here anymore, Logan."
Oscar thought that Logan would take a long time to answer, but he was wrong.
Lo 🦅💙
"hey, come here after the race, yea? I'll make hot chocolate for you later, I'll prepare everything for you."
"No, Oscar. You deserve to be there, absolutely. McLaren is just downplaying your skills and making Lando proud, you're the one who should be proud. I'm proud of you for surviving until now, I'm proud that you once occupied the first position in the world championship standings. You have no flaws, Osc. You are perfect just the way you are, I love you, my friend. I've always liked you for who you are. Now, you focus on the race, okay? I support you and I will wait for you here."
Oscar, who read the message, felt like he was about to shed tears again. He felt touched and happy because he was lucky to have a friend like Logan... Logan always did this to Oscar and that makes Oscar have a comfortable feeling with Logan.
Then Oscar replied to Logan's message.
Lo 🦅💙
"Logan… thank you, I love you too, my friend."
"Wait for me."
Oscar turned off his phone and wiped his face, then finally Oscar went through the night peacefully.
***
Time skip, after the race is finished.
P4, that's ridiculous. Also a technical issue? Well, he didn't care anymore. In that meeting room, he really didn't care what anyone said. He just wanted to get out of here quickly and go to Logan's apartment.
After Oscar finished the meeting, Oscar immediately packed his things and he saw a message from Logan.
Lo 🦅💙
"I'm sure you'll be flying commercially? If so, I'll buy it for you."
"No, don't! Let me book the ticket, you just wait for me at the airport there."
"Are you sure?"
"Pretty sure, Wait for me, okay?"
"Okay, Let me know when you take off."
"Of course I will let you know."
Oscar immediately booked a ticket to Florida and then put on his black sweater, as it was quite cold outside and it was already midnight. He carried his bag and left the driver's room.
On the McLaren hospitality terrace, many journalists were waiting for the FIA's decision on the disqualification. Oscar emerged happily, smiling at everyone, before leaving the paddock.
He already knew that he and his teammates would be disqualified, but seeing Lando suffer because of that statement was actually quite satisfying for him. That's why he smiled and he is currently on his way to the airport.
Upon arriving at the airport, Oscar immediately looked away from Mark because they were both on different destinations. Oscar had gone to Florida alone, just to meet Logan, but there was no need to be so professional.
Oscar had already boarded and was looking for his seat. After finding it, he sat down and immediately informed Logan.
Lo 🦅💙
"I've boarded and will be taking off soon, I'll turn off my phone now. See you at the airport 😉"
After informing Logan, he immediately turned off his phone and fell asleep because he was really tired. He also saw the news that he and his teammates had been officially disqualified, and he didn't care anymore.
***
Arriving at Fort Lauderdale Airport, Oscar got off the plane and saw Logan waiting for him. He was touched and walked slowly towards him. Logan initially looked for Oscar, But when Logan saw the brown haired man's figure, he smiled and walked towards him too.
Their footsteps got faster and faster and Oscar finally ran towards Logan, then Oscar hugged Logan tightly and cried in his warm embrace. Logan just smiled warmly and returned the hug.
Then finally Oscar was in Logan's car and was really quiet and kept crying, Logan was busy driving while holding his hand tightly. In Logan's car, everything was ready: tissues, blankets, snacks, and more. Logan knew Oscar well, better than he knew himself.
In Logan's apartment car park, Oscar walked first and Logan carried his things. When they arrived at Logan's apartment door, Logan opened it and invited Oscar to enter first. Oscar, seeing Logan's neat and warm apartment, immediately felt comfortable.
Oscar walked towards the living room and Logan put Oscar's things in his room, then Logan went to the kitchen to prepare two cups of hot chocolate for himself and Oscar.
Oscar is still amazed by the appearance of Logan's apartment, which is very different from when he was a teenager. What Oscar knows is that Logan is not a good person when it comes to organizing, he knows that very well. He wonders why Logan is so different since the last time he saw him, he starts to wonder if there is someone else that changed Logan.
Don't tell me that he has a girlfriend and make him like this…
For some reason, the question made Oscar feel tight and hurt. Of course, he wanted the best for Logan. But since he was a teenager, Oscar had always been annoyed when Logan said he was going to find a girlfriend.
On the other hand, Logan had finished making hot chocolate for them and he returned to the living room to find Oscar pensive. Logan smiled and sat down beside him, While putting the two glasses of hot chocolate on the table.
Oscar snapped out of his reverie and smiled stiffly, then picked up his glass and began to drink. The warm brown liquid flowed down his cold throat and he sighed as he looked at Logan.
Logan smiled and held Oscar's hand, Oscar saw his hand being held, his cheeks immediately warmed and he smiled shyly.