Mi campeón - Carlos Sainz (EN)

Chapter 16 : September 1, 2023

At 2:30 PM, the engines fell silent as the first free practice session at Monza came to an end. For Carlos, finishing second at the end of these practice sessions was a victory, a glimmer of satisfaction in a day full of anticipation. His mind was captivated, eagerly awaiting one person. Talia had confirmed her arrival between the two practice sessions, but flight delays and strikes had cast doubt on his expectations. At Talia's request, Carlos had kept the surprise of her arrival to himself, not informing his friend Lando of the imminent visit from the object of his thoughts.

As the engines quieted down, Carlos was haunted by the calls and messages exchanged with his beloved. The fear of losing her had prompted him to hastily send a pass for the weekend with Ferrari, offering Talia the opportunity to join him in this sporting adventure. Anticipation electrified his being, the desire for her presence palpable, but it was more than just physical longing. He longed to hold her close, feel the warmth of her being nearby, her hand tenderly placed on his waist. In the doubts that might have crossed Talia's mind, Carlos saw an opportunity to seize, a chance not to be missed. For him, there was no doubt: he was ready to risk a part of his heart for this budding adventure with her.

It was at the end of his debriefing meeting that his ordeal came to an end. Carlos emerged from the office, his mind still fogged by technical discussions, when suddenly, around a corner, he saw her. There, in front of him, stood Talia, accompanied by Alexandra, Charles's partner. A thrill of excitement ran through his body as their eyes finally met. A radiant smile spread across Talia's lips, illuminating her face with a dazzling aura. Carlos quickened his pace, the burning desire to join her.

Alexandra, sensing the complicity between the two, tacitly understood the situation and, with a conspiratorial gesture, discreetly stepped aside, making way for the long-awaited meeting. She melted into the crowd of the paddock, leaving Carlos and Talia finally alone together.

Carlos approached Talia, a contagious smile lighting up his face. Their steps inexorably brought them closer until they stood face to face. Eyes shining with emotion, Carlos took Talia's hands in his, unable to contain his joy. Talia, moved, looked at him intensely, her eyes reflecting a mix of affection and happiness. In an instant, the world around them seemed to fade away, leaving only the magical moment of their reunion.

Time seemed to stand still around them, as if the entire world had momentarily ceased to exist, leaving room only for the magical moment of their reunion. Carlos locked his gaze with Talia's, soaking in her presence, her familiar features, and the spark in her eyes. Intense emotion washed over him, blending the joy of finding her again with the anticipation of this long-awaited moment.

Without a word, they gazed at each other, savoring every moment spent together, feeling the bond that united them. Then, as if a silent agreement bound them, they moved closer to each other and embraced tenderly. Their arms wrapped around each other, creating a cocoon of warmth and comfort.

For Carlos, this moment was like a breath of fresh air after a long dive. He felt alive again, carried away by the emotion of their reunion. Talia, too, allowed herself to be enveloped by this embrace, feeling safe in Carlos's arms.

They remained like this, lost in this moment of closeness, their hearts beating in unison. Nothing else mattered at that moment, only their mutual presence, comforting and soothing.

For an instant that seemed eternal, they stood there, savoring the simple happiness of being together, their arms intertwined around each other. Then, slowly, they parted, but their hands remained clasped, a testament to their unbreakable connection.

Carlos broke the silence surrounding them, a radiant smile illuminating his face. "I missed you so much," he murmured, his words filled with emotion. Talia returned his smile, her eyes sparkling with happiness. "I missed you too," she simply replied, her voice sincere.