Fast Lanes and Headlines - Toto Wolff

Drinks on the house

This chapter contains a lot of talking so it looks very empty and only mention of Toto. This is more like a bonus chaper or add on but with lot's of Lando and its wholesome

Will looks at me like he is about to drop the apron in his hand as he sees me. His mouth wide open as he stares at me. His ash brown hair looks tousled and his cheeks are rosy, probably from the cooking. I love surprising Will and the face he makes. Absolutely priceless.
Then finally his surprised face turns into a bright smile. With fast steps he walks up to the table and I get up as well. In mere seconds, I find myself in his warm embrace. It's a familiar feeling and It feels a bit like home. To some extent Will really did turn into my home while we studied here in London. I mean, we spent most time together in and out of school. It was hard leaving him behind for my Journalist career but he supported me on each step and maybe even helped me get over my insecurities. He would read each blog post and tell me what he thought of it. I mean, mostly he'd say it's good, even if I found that hard to believe.
He pushed me to believe in myself and to send my resumes to all kinds of companies. He was one of the few people that always believed in me and I've always been extremely grateful for that.

In return, I never stepped from his side when he was having doubts about opening his own restaurant. Through the whole of university we would keep talking about how amazing it would be if he opened one. Then, after a while, we started to do sketches and Austin said he would love to work behind the bar to make drinks. Everything sounded so perfect and he really wanted it but then he wasn't sure anymore. Not if he didn't want to do it but if he can really do it. Imposter syndrome just like me. So I practically forced him.

''Why the fuck didn't you tell me you are here''

His voice rings through the whole restaurant and I laugh.

''I wanted it to be a surprise mate... Are you surprised?''

''Of course I fucking am''

He is still holding onto my arms and as much as I'm happy, I think I will be even more happy when he finally realizes who is sitting at my table. Will has been so distracted by my appearance that he hasn't even looked at him. Expecting, I look at Will.

''What?''

I don't say a word but only look to our side. Will follows my gaze and turns slightly. His face drops like Austins did and Lando smiles up at him. Will doesn't say a single word as he stares at Lando with wide eyes.

''Will, I presume?''

The F1 driver holds out his hand to greet him. Will stands still and I slightly push into his side. This seems to wake him out of his trance and he grabs Landos hand, shaking it.

''OH uh yes yes Im Uh Will... nice to meet you, Mrs. Norris.''

Lando chuckles

''You can call me Lando''

With a last look at their shaking hands, Will finally let go. I can see him swallow before finally turning to me.

''I need to talk to you''

He presses with gritted teeth. His body is tense and I know he might be a bit angry, I didn't warn him. I turn and walk into a quiet corner with him, leaving Lando alone.

''You fucking Bitch''

''I missed you too''

I return laughing

''Without a warning... Without even a little hint, you bring Lando Norris into my restaurant''

He looks down at himself