

I thought winning the World Championship was the best thing, the only goal I had for a long time. Fans scream as I give Maya a mind-numbing kiss that tastes like champagne and happiness. I drop my head back in laughter, guzzling champagne that miraculously makes it into my mouth. Maya screams as the cold liquid splashes against us and runs down our bodies.

Someone passes me the trophy, and I hold it and her in my arms. I twirl her around as she giggles, her arms wrapping around my neck while her addicting floral scent invades my nose. Security guards let her through, grinning and shaking their heads as she runs up the steps of the stage and launches herself into my arms.

I call Maya over from the roped-off VIP section. The crowd wildly jumps around with energy and excitement. But her voice and words pushed me to the limit and gave me courage. Almost lost my shit behind the wheel, poorly controlled tremors running through my body until she came on the radio. I can’t thank Maya enough for helping me at the end there. “Great job, babe! That was an amazing one. He overtakes Liam in one of the last corners. Noah speeds up at a turn, pushing his car to the limit, sparks flying from his rear wing. Because they have the rest of their lives to finish their story. The story doesn’t end with a happily-ever-after because it starts with it. Can you imagine that kind of love? I can because I experience it. His rhythmic breathing and the hum of the engine encourage me to continue. The ‘kids playing around outside while the parents have a quickie upstairs’ kind of love. Like the ‘forever and always’ type of love. With only a few laps left to overtake Liam, the Championship is starting to slip from Noah’s fingers. I think girls have a thing for trophies and race suits-a combo deal.” But you can never put it past these racing fans, all fun and games until the guy doesn’t end up on the podium. But I can’t be too sure about that one because I haven’t asked her. “Pretty sure the girl told the guy that she doesn’t date losers. His car accelerates, pushing closer to Liam’s, closing the gap between McCoy and Bandini. Noah’s deep breathing and gear changes ring through the radio. Oh well, I won’t be crying myself to sleep. I wonder if he could do the same thing today?” I imagine fans commenting about how cliché I am on our video. He took a chance on their relationship, and it all panned out. Imagine the girl’s surprise that number twenty-eight doesn’t want to drive faster. This story isn’t about me.” I laugh at his slip up before continuing. Bandini is lucky to have you working on social media.” I’m so proud of you I knew you could do it. She’s already signed a contract with the team to come to the races next year since they want her to film more behind the scenes action to promote the brand. But I don’t think the guy knows he’s stuck with her.

Did you know this guy agreed to help the girl grow her vlog? He may be part of the reason she has over a million subscribers now. I’ll end up on YouTube, perdóname Mami y Papi. “This is going to be a terrible team radio video.
