the IT girl

A Surprise Announcement

The atmosphere in the interview room was buzzing with energy as Lando, Carlos, and Charles settled into their chairs for a joint interview. The excitement from the Mexico Grand Prix still lingered, and the anticipation for the upcoming race was palpable. Cameras flashed as the trio exchanged playful banter, their camaraderie evident to everyone watching.

The interviewer, a lively woman named Sophie, smiled at the trio. "Alright, boys, let's talk about the Mexico race. Lando, how do you feel going into this one?"

Lando grinned, leaning back in his chair. "I'm feeling pretty good! The track is amazing, and the fans here are incredible. It's hard not to get pumped up for it."

Carlos chimed in, nudging Lando playfully. "And with all the support from Lily, you must be on cloud nine!"

The mention of Lily sent a warm rush through Lando, and he couldn't help but smile wider. "Yeah, she's been my rock, especially with everything going on."

Charles, ever the curious one, raised an eyebrow. "Everything going on? What's that supposed to mean? Are we getting some juicy gossip here?"

Lando chuckled, feeling the familiar butterflies in his stomach. "Well, there's definitely something big happening in my life right now."

Sophie leaned in, intrigued. "Do tell, Lando! What's going on?"

Lando glanced at Carlos and Charles, their eager expressions encouraging him. He took a deep breath, knowing he wanted to share this moment with his friends. "Alright, you guys are going to be the first to know. I'm going to be a dad!"

The room fell silent for a split second before chaos erupted. Carlos let out a loud whoop, clapping Lando on the back. "Are you serious? That's incredible, mate!"

Charles grinned, his excitement palpable. "Congratulations! This is huge! When did you find out?"

Lando beamed, feeling a rush of pride. "Lily told me just a few days ago. We're both over the moon about it."

Sophie's eyes sparkled with delight. "This is amazing news! How are you feeling about becoming a dad?"

"I'm excited and a bit terrified," Lando admitted, laughing. "I mean, it's a whole new chapter for us, and I can't wait to be a dad, but it's definitely a lot to take in."

Carlos clapped Lando on the shoulder again. "You're going to be an awesome dad. Just look at how great you are with the fans. Imagine all the love and support you'll give your kid!"

"Yeah," Charles added, grinning. "And don't worry, we'll all be there to help you out when you need it. You'll have plenty of racing buddies to share the parenting tips with."

Lando chuckled, feeling grateful for their support. "Thanks, guys. I'll definitely need all the help I can get."

As the interview continued, the conversation shifted back to racing, but Lando couldn't shake the joy of sharing his news. The excitement of the upcoming season, the thrill of racing, and the prospect of becoming a dad combined into a whirlwind of happiness that propelled him through the interview.

After the cameras stopped rolling, Lando, Carlos, and Charles remained in the room, their chatter filled with laughter and congratulations.

Carlos leaned back in his chair, still grinning from ear to ear. "So, have you thought about names yet?"

Lando shook his head, a smile lingering on his lips. "Not yet, but Lily and I have a few ideas."

Charles nudged Lando playfully. "I hope you're not going for something too crazy. I mean, 'Lando Jr.' is a solid choice!"

Lando laughed, shaking his head. "Yeah, I think I'll leave that one on the table for now."

The three friends continued to joke and share ideas, their bond strengthening as they discussed the new chapter in Lando's life. For Lando, it was a reminder that no matter where the racing took him, he had an incredible support system of friends who would be there for him every step of the way.