From the Past - Lando Norris

Thirty-Three: Dinner in China

I stand in the garage with my camera taking photos of the guys as they roll in after qualifying. I take some solo shots of Lando as he takes his helmet off shaking off his curls. I smile as he walks over, "Congrats on fourth," I whisper before walking to Oscar's bay. I take shots of him and he smiles giving a thumbs up for the camera.

"Tell the press how it feels to qualify fifth in China," I ask flashing my camera in his face. He covers his eyes yelling no paparazzi as I giggle. He wraps his arm around my shoulder and I show him some of the photos as Lando hands him a water bottle.

"You guys did well today but I expect better tomorrow," I point narrowing my eyes as I take photos of them drinking their drinks. The guys look at each other and pretend to throw the water on me making me scream and run backwards. I bump into someone and turn apologizing seeing Zac. I offer him an awkward smile as he goes to congratulate the guys. I turn to them glaring for not warning me as they laugh among themselves.  I let them talk and go into Lando's room to start editing the photos. I sit on the couch and get comfy hearing the door open after almost two hours. Lando is showered and in grey sweatpants and a dark blue shirt. He collapses onto the couch exhausted putting his head in my lap as I move my laptop.

I run my fingers through his hair, "Excited for tomorrow?" I ask. He hums in response as I rub my hand up his arm. It's chilly in here and I can the goosebumps on his skin, "I won't be able to sneak into your room tonight. It's too risky," I tell him. He lifts his head at that and looks up at me frowning, "Don't give me that look."

"What look?" he smirks staring up at me. I narrow my eyes as I scrunch his face. He laughs as I lean down kissing him, "What do you want to do tonight before we go to bed?" he asks holding my face close to his.

"You need your rest," I tell him kissing his lips again before he sits up and ruffles his hair. He stands up and grabs my bag slinging it over his shoulder as I shove my laptop into my bag, "Where are we going?" I ask.

"To dinner," he says before turning back to me, "Don't worry I'm inviting some of the other guys," He assures holding his hand out. I take it standing up from the couch squeezing his hand before he drops it as we walk into the main room.

"Text me the address. I'm gonna go to my room and shower before we go out," I tell him. He looks back at me wishing he could come with me. I smile at him as he wraps me in a hug, "So clingy," I tease as he pushes me away laughing.

I jog away from his push giggling and make it outside taking one of the cars back with some other people who are staying at the same hotel. By the time I finish showering and blow-drying my hair, I get a text from Lando.

Lando: I'm coming up with Osc

I quickly put my clothes on and answer the door as Oscar knocks, "Where did you guys decide we are eating?" I ask.

"It's a high-end place that Max picked. Supposed to have the best Chinese food on the planet," Lando says flopping back on my bed. I sit down on the floor in front of the mirror and start doing my makeup.

"Sounds fun."

Oscar smiles at his phone not listening to us anymore, "Let me guess Kelsey?" I ask Lando. He nods his head looking at his love-struck teammate.

I smile as I continue doing my makeup. Lando watches as he lays on the bed, "What's that?" He asks as I open my eyebrow pencil. I answer his question as I fill in my eyebrows. I normally don't do heavy makeup, but if it's a fancy place I want to look the part. I'm just happy Kelsey convinced me to bring a fancy dress.

Oscar giggles at his phone as Lando and I smirk at each other, "Whatcha talking about?" I ask him as he turns the chair in my direction.

"Nothing."