Racing Through My Thoughts

Chapter Twenty-Three: Gala Night

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--Evelyn's POV--

"Please don't be late," I tell Lando as he stands up from the couch to walk me out, "I left the suit on your bed and then I'll meet you there. I have to help Kyla get ready. She's nervous about being Charles's date," I smile.

I came over after picking up his suit and he was surprised that I went with Oscar to buy him on. He looked a bit stressed but I kept assuring him tonight was to have fun with his friends and show the world you can't stop Lando Norris, "I will be there. I'm looking forward to seeing you," He smiles giving me a quick kiss. I gasp as he cups my cheek and deepens it pressing me against the door. I lightly tug on his curls as he pulls away, "See you later".

He would get me all flustered and then kick me out. When I get back to the apartment I see Kyla standing in front of her dress pacing, "I'm in over my head," She complains flopping onto her bed.

"Charles would be excited if you showed up in a potato sack. There will be some paparazzi but after we are inside Oscar said it's pretty chill for the guests who aren't drivers," I tell her. 

"Have you not looked at Twitter recently? Someone posted photos of Charles and I and they are trying to find my Instagram. I can't handle being the next girl the F1 fans chase away," She tells me looking worried.

"If you start receiving hate I will go to each and every account and block them. Don't let other people ruin what you and Charles are becoming. He's so into you and it's honestly sickening," I tease as she looks at her phone. She looks at the Ferarri red dress hanging in her closet and knows tonight will be fun. She fully let me treat her like my own Barbie doll and it was so much fun. I curled her hair and painted her nails as she chose the music and we talked about the guys. I've missed our girl's nights but our schedules have been opposite it's been rough. I'm nervous as she looks in the mirror for the first time and looks like she could cry.

"I look so good," She smiles as she plays with her hair. I lay down knowing I have two minutes before I have to get ready. I haven't shown anyone my dress yet so I'm excited to see how Lando and her react to the color. I've been known for my distaste of the color but for Lando, it's worth it.  

As I am pulling the two front strands out of my messy bun Kyla knocks on my door. I tell her I'll be out in a second knowing that means Charles is here. I quickly curl them and unplug the curling iron, grab my phone, and walk into the living room, "Every man is going to be staring at you all night," She says as I pop my leg out.

"Well I only want one," I smile feeling my cheeks brighten at the compliment. I go into the kitchen and check my phone hoping for a call from Ladno but he's probably busy getting ready at the last minute. I subtly hide behind the wall as Kyla lets Charles in.

"You look stunning," He whispers as he plants a light kiss on her lips. I smile as he continues complimenting her with his amazing accent. I walk in after giving them some alone time that I was fully eavesdropping on and he smiles.

Charles has his four-seater parked out front and opens the door for both of us. I thank him and climb into the back making sure I don't wrinkle my dress. The event is a small distance away so I zone out looking at the city as we drive through it. Charles has his hand on the middle console holding Kyla's hand making me smile. I take a photo knowing she would love to see it. The glowing Ferarri emblem on the steering wheel makes it look like a Pinterest photo. 

Kyla and Charles pose for some photos as I walk past and go straight inside the large double doors. They are not interested in me without a driver attached to my hip. Oscar is grabbing a drink with George and Alex as they look around the venue, "You guys clean up nice," I smile as each of them gives me a quick hug.