Forever and always

Chapter sixty-nine

Olivia's pov:
October 2023

The formation lap began and it was with Max in front of course. Charles qualified as fourth yesterday, but because Checo had gotten a penalty Charles was starting third, which is amazing. No hate towards Checo.

After the formation lap, the five red lamps went out and the race had finally started. It was such a great feeling of watching a race again live, I had really missed this.

Both Max, Charles and Carlos had great starts so they all three managed to keep their positions. Further back in the field, Lando and Logan made contact which resulted in Lando having to retire from the race already, so that was kinda sad, since I really like Lando and he deserves better.. Other than that it went alright, there were a few battles but that was it.

"Oli, I think you should go to your brother's garage. Andrea and I will take Matheo and Elena in the meantime, right Andrea?" Isa said and Andrea nodded, as the race was ending soon, they had just started the 54th lap out of 56, and Max was still in front. "I can't ask you to do that," I answered. "You didn't ask, we offered plus they're sleeping right now. It's a perfect time for you to sneak away for a bit, please do it. Max would be so happy" she smiled. "I agree, and their dad is back soon," Andrea said with a smile. "Okay then, but call me if there's anything, then I'll be back in a few seconds!" I said and smiled, as they nodded. "Yeah, now hurry if you wanna get there in time!" Isa said and rushed at me. "Fine, I'll be back soon" I said and then I walked to the other garage which was Max's.

I saw Daniel sitting at the pitwall next to Christian, Daniel smiled and waved at me to come over, so I crossed the pitlane and got closer to them. "Good to see you Livia!" Daniel smiled big, he was just as happy as I am right now, I can't believe it's happening again! - "You too, Danny!" I smiled and placed my head on his shoulders, watching the last lap together. We shared his headphones, it was a bit complicated but we managed to find a way so both of us could hear.. - "Hey Olivia, good you're here. Max would love that" Christian smiled as he finally took a quick look away from the screens. "Yeah, thanks Christian" I smiled..

"Max Verstappen you did it again, for the third time in a row! you're champion of the world. We're so proud of you, every single one of us.. congratulations son" Christian said over the radio as Max crossed the line as winner, not only winner of the race but winner of the world championship. "Yeeesss!!! Thank you guys, thank you so much for all your hard work, and for everything you do. This is for all of you guys" Max said over the radio, it was clear to hear he was touched and so happy. "Would you like to say something Olivia?" Christian asked and smiled. "Can I?" I asked, I'd never done such a thing, but he nodded. I got Christians headphones on and then he touched the radiobutton. "Hey Max, it's me! Congratulations world champion!! Wow, for the third time you're the best, I'm so proud of you, now come in here because I wanna give you the biggest hug ever!!" I said. "Oh hey Oli, thank you so much, I couldn't have done it without you. I love you Oli" he said over the radio. "I love you" I said and then I handed back the headphones to Christian.. - Then Daniel and I walked to parc ferme, to stand in the front, waiting for him to come out..

Max drove up to the first place sign, followed by Carlos in second and Lewis in third. He got out of the car and the fans were screaming and cheering for him, it was great to witness. He ran towards the team and hugged them. No matter how much I love ferrari, I will always be a red bull girl. I love the team spirit and it really feels like home here, seeing my brother like this is the best. - "Congratulations, I'm so freaking proud of you" I said as he ran towards me and Daniel afterwards. "Thanks Oli" he said and gave me a big hug. It was a bit difficult because of the railing between us, but it was fine. "Congrats mate, you deserve this so much" Daniel said as Max also went to give him a big hug. "Thanks Danny, I appreciate it" he said and then he went to get weighed, got his helmet off and then he got interviewed.