Love's A Game // LN4 ; GR63

Silverstone Surprises

Later that night Violet got a phone call from George.

Violet: Hey George. Congrats on the podium.
George: Hey Evans. Thank you. How was your day?
Violet: It was- don't tell him the truth... it was good thanks
George: That's great! How was work, we didn't get much chance to chat before the race
Violet: Oh it was alright thanks. Busy day, long too but it's not important.
George: Well, I was wanting to ask if it's possible for you to get time off?
Violet: I- well I guess I could check... why?
George: The next race is Silverstone and considering you're from England it means you aren't that far...
Violet: I don't know-
George: -Come on! Please! I don't want this ticket to go to waste...
Violet: Wait! Shut up no! You're inviting me!
George: Be my guest love?
Violet: Yes! I would love that! Oh George thank you!
George: I'm so glad you're excited. I look forward to meeting you Evans. See you soon, I'll send you the details.
Violet: Thank you so much. See you soon!

She ended the call and fell back onto her bed. She couldn't believe it. She was going to a Formula 1 Grand Prix! She opened her inbox and saw the ticket.

Violet: Ash! ASHER!

Asher came bursting through the door.

Asher: What's wrong?!
Violet: George just sent me this! Look!
He took her phone and read the screen.
Asher: No way! He clearly really wants to meet you. Are you gonna go?
Violet: Well I will have to talk to Sally and mom and dad but I really think I'll go.
Asher: You have to! Only one way to see if George is who he says he is...
Violet: You're right. I can't believe this is happening! I have to go to mom and dad now.

She got up and went into the living room. When she saw her parents she quickly forgot the previous excitement she'd just felt.

Violet: What's the matter?
Vicky: It's your dads shop honey
Asher: What about it?
Johnny: The investor called again today...
Violet: Is he buying it?
Johnny: He is... but to sell it for more money.
Asher: What does that mean?
Vicky: It means it's not going to be your dad's business and when some big chain buys it your dad will most likely not remain there.

Violet felt her breathing increase. Her dad can't lose his business, he'd worked so hard to get here and now his job and income are on the line.

Violet: I think- I think I need some air.

Violet walked outside and sat down on the front porch steps. She felt a presence beside her and noticed her brother. She let her head fall on his shoulder and they remained there in silence for a moment.

Violet: I can't go to Silverstone. I have to work.
Asher: No. You're still young, you need to enjoy what you can. Go to Silverstone.
Violet: But dad's job and the money-
Vicky: -Is not for you to worry about. We're figuring it out. Negotiations are underway. Now, what's all this about Silverstone?

Violet looked up to her mother and explained the phone call and the tickets. She saw her mom's eyes fill with excitement.

Vicky: You have to go sweetie. This is a huge opportunity. Take it.
Violet: Really?
Vicky: Yes! Go!
Violet: Aw thank you mom! Thank you so much! I can't wait!

She hugged her mom tightly and ran into the house in excitement to tell Josh the news. This left Asher outside with their mom.

Asher: Is dad going to be okay? I got a job at the farmers market in case this happened but what's he going to do?
Vicky: He's trying to arrange some sort of deal to keep his business but just run under higher power. Maybe if the investor decides on selling he'll let your dad remain in charge of the shop. That's what we're hoping for...
Asher: How long till we know?
Vicky: Could be a week, could be a month... you know how these things work.
Asher: Yeah. I'm sure it'll all work out. It has to...

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Meanwhile
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Lewis: So you're bringing her to Silverstone? Seems like this is working out hey?
George: Yeah, she's never been and it's a good way to meet each other without getting to close to home so early.
Lewis: So you're sure about this?
George: Definitely...

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Violet: Hey Chat! It's your girl Evans! I don't usually do two streams in one night but I decided I need to get on here and chat. Go ahead and chill with me, ask questions and I'll try to answer them.

Lando noticed she started a livestream and decided to tap in. He didn't see George on it and nor Alex. He was happy about this though he wasn't sure why.

Violet: So I have news! Next week's stream won't be happening in my room but instead... I will be at Silverstone for the Grand Prix! I know it seems crazy but it just sorta happened and well now I'm going the race. You'll see me in the Mercedes garage. I see a question here asking if a driver is the one who got the ticket for me and I can confirm that is true.

Lando froze. George must've gotten her a ticket. He was going to meet her and she was going to meet everyone. Lando didn't hesitate and phoned George.

George: Hey mate
Lando: George, did you get Evans a GP Ticket?
George: I did, why?
Lando: I was just wondering coz she posted about it.
George: Oh, I haven't seen. Uh yeah I thought it'd be nice to meet her.
Lando: Oh, well that's cool.
George: Yeah. Anyway, you called at a busy time. See you in Silverstone.
Lando: Of course, yeah. See you at Silverstone.

He ended the call and decided to go back onto the stream. She was playing a game with her brother again.

Asher: Come on! Evans! No!
Violet: Haha! Sorry! My bad... didn't see you there
They laughed as Violet had run her brother off the road in the speed racer game.
Asher: You're evil.
Violet: An honest mistake
Asher: Chat, you see this? Unbelievable
Violet: Chat's on my side. Right chat?
She winked at the camera and Lando felt a tug at his heart. She was beautiful but she wasn't his to take... and this killed him inside...