CAN'T TAKE MY EYES OFF YOU✨

CHAPTER-17

MAYA POV-
Charles was breathing heavily against my neck while he lay on top of me after this long and amazing session. I doubt we left any surface in this room untouched.
'Fuck that was...' he mummered and rolled over from me.
'Yeah,' I whispered, understanding the unsaid words.
'How was New York?' He asked out of nowhere.
'Trying to make small talk, leclerc!' I replied, chuckling, 'You don't have to do that, but now that you have asked, it was nice.' I added getting up from bed, picking up pants from the floor, and a lost tee from my suitcase.
'Hmmm,' he acknowledged, and I guess he even sighed in relief when I told him that there was no need to make small talk.
I watched him wear his clothes while I pretended to scroll Instagram. And then an idea popped into my mind.
'Hey, do you want to do this?' I asked Charles. Though I was super nervous, I tried to sound as casual as possible.
'Do what?' He questioned knitting his eyebrows.
'You know this, we use each other for sex.' I have no clue how the fuck I got the guts to ask that.
He looked at me with no expression for a whole minute.
'Look, it's just an idea if you don't....'
'Okay,' he said before I could complete the sentence, 'seems like a great idea. I mean, let's not deny we both want to rip each other's clothes as soon as we meet, so why not make it a thing until we get tired of each other?'
'Exactly! But no one can know about this arrangement.' I added, We both have too much on our plates already and can't deal with tabloids.
He nodded in agreement.
'So what are we? Friends with Benefit?' charles asked
'I doubt we can call us friends; how about acquaintance with benefits?' I asked, trying to be creative.
'So, Ms. acquaintance, let's come up with some rules because I don't want this to mess up my season,' he said, folding his arms.
'Yeah,' I said, pulling out my phone and searching for 'RULES FOR FRIENDS WITH BENEFIT.'
'Rule number one says, Be honest. We should understand that we are just using each other for sex and nothing more.
Rule number 2: No sleeping over; no cuddling or kissing after sex.
Rule number 3: Safe sex and sexual health
Rule number 4: No expectations from one another.
Rule number 5: Set boundaries: not to interfere in each other's dating lives and keep the arrangement private.
Rule number 6: Don't share romantic thoughts.
And most importantly, Rule Number 7: Don't get jealous.' I read out loud all the rules while Charles listened carefully.
'I guess it covers everything; I will message it to you,' I said. 'So do we have a deal?' I asked, extending my hand for him to shake.
'There is one rule missing,' Charles said, smirking. I reread the rules, trying to figure out
'Don't fall in love with me,' he said with confidence.
'Oh, get over yourself, leclerc! You are my choice for FWB because you are not my type,' I replied, rolling my eyes.
'Oh, darling, I am everybody's type,' he said, taking my extended hand and pulling me to him.
'So I can call you whenever I want a bootycall?' he asked, tilting his head.
'I need to be free and in the mood for that,' I said. We should come up with a code word.
'How about 'beer'?' He suggested
'What no, I love that; please don't ruin it, I said, dismissing the idea.
'You are going to love this even more,' he replied cockily.
'Fine whatever,' I said, giving in.
'Beer', he instantly said, smiling innocently.
It did not take more than a second for us to jump into bed once again.
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'And most importantly, have a clear vision of what you want to tell your audience because it's only you who can bring the story to life,' Joseph said while I heard his words of wisdom on directing a movie.
'What kind of cameras will we be using for racing scenes?' I further questioned.
'We will have it custom made around a Sony sensor,' he replied.
It's race day at the Saudi Grand Prix. The last 2 days have been so amazing. I have learned a lot, whether it's about casting in films, directing styles, how to manage the whole crew, or how to hold the attention of the audience. The whole day I have been tagging along with Joseph and trying to absorb as much information as I can. It's a once-in-a-lifetime experience and definitely an important one. And at night, it's mostly Charles, me and the hotel bed. No one knows about our setup, but I want it to stay that way, but I guess I need to tell Sareena about it. At least I owe her that, because if things go downhill, she will be the one doing damage control.
'Where are you watching the race from?' Joseph questioned
'Ferrari,' I said, pointing towards the garage, and bidding him farewell.
I walked towards the garage when I saw Carlos talking with his mechanics and Charles. For a moment, I stopped, thinking about whether I should go or wait for the race to start, but before I could make a decision, Carlos called out my name and waved.
I smiled tightly and waved back. I don't know why, but confronting Charles in public made me nervous simply because I didn't trust his dirty mouth. He didn't realize that his actions and words could make people suspect us, and before we know it, our faces will be on the front page of tabloids, something I don't wish to happen even in a million years.
I walked towards the group and decided to use all my acting skills here.
'Hey guys,' I greeted
'Hey Dakota,' Charles acknowledged my presence and started typing on his phone.
'All set for the race?' I directed my question towards Carlos, thanking my stars that Charles was not interested in engaging.
'Yeah, hopefully I get a podium!' Carlos responded nervously, tugging his hands in the pockets of his jeans.
'You might even win; you never know,' I said, trying to give him confidence.
'Let's see! Well, you know where you have to stand; I should go and start getting ready,' he said, bidding farewell and giving me a kiss on the cheeks.
I stood there as I watched Carlos walk away to room.
'You know he is not going to win.' Charles said it was one of the most basic things.
'How do you know?' I replied, even though I knew he was right.
'Because I am racing against him, darling.'
'Aren't you guys teammates?' I asked, sensing the competitive spirit between them.
'Yes, for other teams, but when it comes to Ferrari, he is my biggest competition,' he said simply.
'I thought he was your best friend?'
'Of course he is my best mate, but I don't share what's mine with anyone,' he replied, talking about his championship title, but I guess something more.
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