REQUESTS OPEN - Driver x driver/Driver x OC - Past/present drivers - Sickfic/Hurtfic/Fluff/Mental health/Angst - Relationships, friendships, siblings, THE LOT

Max Verstappen is faced with the difficult decision of whether to 'come out' publicly. To make matters worse he has to navigate his relationships with his rivals Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc but could one of them be much more to him than just a rival driver.

This is the story of what would've, could've, should've been. In another universe. The story of two boys linked by something they simply can't ignore anymore.

When Oscar Piastri moves from Australia to Britain, he never expects to find himself in the whirlwind of university life, let alone crossing paths with Lando Norris-a charismatic student famous for his Twitch streams and effortless popularity. Despite their different worlds, a chance encounter sparks an unlikely friendship between the two. But as their bond deepens, Oscar faces a dilemma: he's falling for Lando, but there's one problem-Lando has to be straight, right? Torn between the fear of ruining their friendship and the hope that his feelings might be returned, Oscar is forced to navigate the complexities of love, identity, and the challenges of living in the public eye. When a drunken kiss at a party changes everything, Oscar's world is turned upside down. As he grapples with his emotions and the weight of their secret, Oscar must decide whether to take a leap of faith or risk losing the person he cares about most. In a journey of self-discovery, love, and courage, Oscar and Lando learn that the heart wants what it wants-even if it defies all expectations.

𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆: 𝟏𝟖 + [𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭] ━━━ ❝ Everybody wants him, that was my crime. ❞ Maximilian Verstappen is as famous as one can get without being king. As the city's star bullfighter, The Red Bull, no one is immune to his charms. With his commitment to his craft, risking his life on the ring, Maximilian has escaped the pressures of courting- a particularly convenient arrangement considering his lack of interest in women. Charles Leclerc, a foreign nobleman, is not starstruck by him and Maximilian is quick to note. The night soon turns into morning and for the first time, Maximilian has an interest in something that is not his bulls.

"You made me feel something again - you brought me back to life." Max Verstappen, reigning Formula One champion, is devastated when a tragic call leaves him to care for his young nephews. Struggling with grief, he steps away from racing and isolates himself, trying to hold his shattered life together. Charles Leclerc, his somehow friend but mainly rival, is shocked by Max's withdrawal from the sport. While being on the peak of his performance, he sees Max spiral into despair. Charles is determined to help him heal, risking everything to bring Max back to life, and maybe, to love. In the high-octane world of Formula One, where every second counts, two souls are drawn together by love, loss, and the hope of healing. Will Charles be able to break through Max's walls and help him rediscover the joy of life, or will fear and heartache keep them apart?

This is a series of Lestappen oneshots. English is not my first language so if there are any mistakes forgive me.

**LESTAPPEN HIGHSCHOOL AU** Charles has a lot on his mind. With the constant bullying, issues at home, and the death of his father, he finds it hard to cope, constantly losing grip on reality. Only a few things help him find solace in life, his father's grave, and the boy he's feared of loving, Max Verstappen. Too scared to speak in person, Charles finds a way around it. To text him anonymously.

Charles Leclerc is struggling. Every night it's the same story, between the nightmares and the anxiety attacks the 2023 season promises to be hell for him. Max Verstappen his longtime rival on the Formula 1 grid will be the only one to notice that something is wrong. They will inevitably get closer in spite of themselves. Formula one story about Charles Leclerc & Max Verstappen (Lestappen)

Louis Tomlinson and Harry Styles are in rival popular groups. Note: Cliche asf but fun to write nonethless Note: Not sure about mature content but I'll keep it on anyway :)