Sparks - Daniel Ricciardo

Fifty Nine

📍1st October 2022 - Perth, Australia

Amber and Francesca strolled through the shopping center, taking in the sights and sounds. Francesca pushed Luca's pram as they indulged in some much-needed girl time.

Amber grinned and leaned in to share the latest about her and Daniel, "Francesca, I can't even begin to explain how incredible things are with Daniel. We're like a couple of teenagers who can't keep their hands off each other. I swear, it's like every day is our honeymoon."

Francesca laughed, "Well, I'm happy for you, Amber. But can we please keep the TMI to a minimum? I'm the one pushing a pram here, remember?"

Amber chuckled and apologized, "Sorry, Fran. I just can't help myself. It's just that everything with Daniel feels so right."

Francesca nodded understandingly, "I can see it in your eyes, Amber. You two are perfect for each other. I'm glad you found the love you deserve."

Amber raised an eyebrow, her curiosity piqued. "So, what's going on with you and Michael, Fran? Is it serious?"

Francesca hesitated for a moment, choosing her words carefully, "It's...complicated, Amber. We're not officially a couple, but we've been spending a lot of time together lately. We're actively sleeping together, and there's definitely a strong connection."

Amber smirked, "Well, that sounds promising. Could it be leading to something more?"

Francesca shrugged, "I honestly don't know, but for now, I'm just enjoying the moment and not overthinking things. I've learned that love can be a bit messy and unpredictable."

Amber nodded in agreement, "That's true. Well, I hope things work out for you, Fran. You deserve happiness too."

"I just can't seem to shake off the fact that Mike had been with Connie." Francesca revealed.

Amber chuckled, "Oh, don't worry about Connie. She's moved on, too. She's been seeing Harry recently, so I think she's found her happiness elsewhere."

Francesca looked relieved, "That's a relief to hear. But, she's our friend, you know. It's weird."

Amber nodded, "Yeah, it seems that way. And, from what I've heard, Connie is really into him. She's been all smiles lately."

Francesca raised an eyebrow, "She's actually into someone? That's rare. Maybe this means she's finally found someone special."

Amber grinned, "Who knows? Love works in mysterious ways. But the important thing is that we're all moving forward with our lives."

Francesca agreed, "You're right, Amber. We just need to move forward. Talking about moving forward, have Blake and Daniel spoken since?"

"Nope, but Daniel did reach out the other day and set up a meeting with Blake. There's only so much they can do without seeing each other." Amber informed her friend as they headed in the direction of another clothes store.

"Well, I hope it goes well." Francesca nodded. "And, what's happening with the case?" Francesca stopped at the children's rack, sifting through endless items of boys clothing.

"They are keeping an eye on Liam. He's being surveyed everywhere he goes. He can't leave or enter any other countries. As soon as they're comfortable that he's going to stay in a certain location, they will act." Amber smiled. "So, I'm safe here. He's still in England."