A Carlando and Lestappen story, from all of their point of view :) It takes place around the Monaco GP from 2021, exploring the complicated relationships between the drivers as they discover new feelings and explore their identity. The story is complete, hope you enjoy it ! October 23 - June 25

In the high-octane world of Formula One, where speed and precision reign supreme, two drivers find themselves navigating the twists and turns of both the racetrack and their hearts. Max Verstappen, a three-time world champion from the Netherlands, is known for his fierce determination and brutally honest demeanor. But beneath his tough exterior lies a past shadowed by an abusive father and an inability to express his emotions. On the other side of the paddock is Charles Leclerc, the first openly gay driver in Formula One, whose warmth and compassion shine bright against the backdrop of a sport often steeped in tradition. After bravely coming out over the winter, Charles seeks to inspire others while grappling with the challenges of acceptance in a world that can be unforgiving. As the new season kicks off at the Bahrain Grand Prix, their paths intertwine, leading to an unexpected friendship that blossoms into something deeper. Together, they confront not only the pressures of racing but also their own insecurities and fears. With the roar of engines and the thrill of competition as their backdrop, Max and Charles must navigate the complexities of love, acceptance, and the courage it takes to be themselves in a world that demands conformity. Warnings: - Abuse - Homophobia - Self Harm

❝𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐢𝐦 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐝❞ - After a dramatic stunt from F1's top two drivers: 𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘭𝘦𝘴 𝘓𝘦𝘤𝘭𝘦𝘳𝘤 and 𝘔𝘢𝘹 𝘝𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘦𝘯 are forced to share a room during race weekends by their PR teams. What starts as a rivalry could end up as something more, but can they reach a happy ending when the pressure of maintaining images can ruin their relationship...?

- Contains sex, violence, and uses of strong language please be advised - When junior FBI recruit Roman Castello is handed a case file containing a string of seemingly insignificant assassinations that no one else wanted, he has no idea his life is about to be turned upside down. Roman, fresh-faced and driven by a strong moral compass, dives headfirst into the investigation, determined to prove himself. But fate has a different plan. In the shadows, a cunning and enigmatic young assassin named Adrian watches, intrigued by the relentless and handsome agent. Adrian, a man with a dark past and a heart he keeps guarded, has been hired to eliminate targets. Roman's dedication and sincerity stirs something within him-a spark that threatens to unravel the carefully constructed walls around his heart. As their paths cross in a dance of danger and deception, Roman finds himself inexplicably drawn to the mysterious Adrian. Their encounters are electric, filled with tension and unspoken desire. Roman, a man who lives by the rules, is captivated by Adrian's wild, untamed spirit. Despite their opposing worlds, a connection blooms, intense and undeniable. But how can a principled FBI agent and a hired killer navigate a relationship fraught with secrets and peril? Roman must wrestle with his duty to uphold the law while battling his growing feelings for Adrian. Adrian, in turn, must confront the vulnerabilities he's long buried deep within his soul. In a story woven with suspense and romance, follow Roman and Adrian as they navigate the treacherous line between love and loyalty, justice and desire. Will their bond be strong enough to overcome the obstacles that stand in their way, or will their worlds tear them apart? ~ Read to find out...

❝𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐨? 𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞?❞ - 𝘪𝘯 𝘸𝘩𝘪𝘤𝘩: 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘦 5 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦𝘴 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘭𝘦𝘴 𝘨𝘰𝘵 𝘣𝘦𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘺𝘦𝘥, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘴𝘵 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘮𝘢𝘹 𝘥𝘪𝘥𝘯'𝘵 𝘭𝘦𝘵 𝘩𝘪𝘮.

"𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐮𝐥𝐥, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐭𝐰𝐨 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫." 2 young men. 2 teams, 2 cars, 2 colors. 1 goal. what is their destiny? it all started in karting. Max Verstappen had grown up hating Charles Leclerc. mostly, had learned too. yet Charles had always felt a pull towards Max, unable to stay away. but how will it work between them if one of them is in it with their whole heart while the other is selfish? Lestappen fanfic. 𝐓𝐖: 𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐘 𝐌𝐀𝐘 𝐒𝐇𝐎𝐖𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐄 𝐄𝐗𝐏𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐋𝐘 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐌𝐀𝐘 𝐇𝐀𝐕𝐄 𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐆𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐓𝐘. 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃 𝐀𝐓 𝐎𝐖𝐍 𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐊. #2 on hatred 8/7/25 #1 on redbull 28/7/25 #1 on karting 31/7/25 #1 on rivals 4/1/26 & 11/2/26

appetence an eager desire, an instinctive inclination; an attraction or a natural bond Loving him was a losing game from the beginning, he knew this. But he couldn't stop falling for him. They knew that giving into this desire and attraction between them could make them both lose everything but they did it anyway. "I shouldn't be jealous, you aren't even mine." Since their childhood it was always them, always this two young boys against each other. Nobody knew what they were all these years. Friends? Rivals? Enemys? Not even them knew what it was between them. But could this thing between them become more than it was? "Keeping my distance because I know I can't have you." All these suppressed feelings came back when Charles became a Formula Driver for Alfa Romeo in 2018. They thought that they were over everything that happened but that changed in the moment they stared into each others eyes again. "We play dumb but we know exactly what we are doing." It was always them against the rest. It will always be them against the rest. "I can't stay away from you."

After Charles Leclerc's win in the 2024 Monaco Grand Prix, Charles finds himself reflecting on who he is, who he loves, and who he aligns himself with. Max Verstappen, his rival on and off the track reaches out to Charles in a time of need.

"Max doesn't know what to say. His eyes draw over every inch of Charles's face. His green eyes with brown specks, the sweat dripping down his face, his lips curled in a small smile... "If only you saw yourself the way all of us do. The way I do." Max and Charles have been circling around one another ever since they can remember. Heading into the 2024 season, Max doesn't know if he can keep his feelings locked inside for much longer. Canonically follows the entire 2024 F1 season, with chapters posted after every race. Completed. Sequel in 2025!

Charles Leclerc x Carlos Sainz Jr. 2022 F1 season. We're so sorry for what we've done with our own hands and keyboards.