The little question game later was inspired (stolen) from AllyPotato

Arthur Lando

When he went back to his room the first thing he noticed was his phone constantly blinking. Frowning he picked it up and almost threw it away again when he saw that Arthur had sent him three texts.

Hi Lando, I was wondering if you already forgot about me haha.
But I get it, you were probably busy.
What do you normally do? We didn’t really talk about that. Tell me about your hobbies.

He was already blaming his stupid little heart for betraying him like this, but he couldn´t avoid smiling and butterflies flying around in his stomach.

Yeah, I´m sorry really. It´s just I had a show you know?
I mean sorry I didn´t even tell you what I do. I´m an Equestrian.
And I came back from my show like two days ago but yeah.
I´m sorry

He held in a breath when the three little dots immediately popped up, telling him Arthur was writing.

Stop apologizing :). And don´t worry I know what it feels like. When it´s race day I always get caught up in my own world.
Equestrian? What is that?

Lando couldn´t help but chuckle at that. Arthur was adorable. He sat down in his bed wrapping the blanket around himself before he started texting again.

Well theoretically I ride horses for a living.
Have you ever heard of dressage?

Dressage? Hmm, Nope I don´t think so. Seems like you´ll have to show me ;)

A hard blush spread across Landos cheeks when he read the message. The Idea of Arthur watching him train or even come to his shows was a feeling he couldn´t quite describe.

Maybe 😊 but I have to warn you it doesn´t get as fast as an F1 car.

Is that an Invitation?
Because I can´t promise I won´t immediately come over when we´re racing in Silverstone next week.

Landos heart stopped for a second. Arthur actually wanted to see him. He couldn´t get his mind around the fact that someone was actually interested enough to text him and Arthur just went straight on talking about how he'd come to visit him, even though it was probably just a joke.

Still shocked he let his phone slid out of his hand and onto the bed. He didn't want to get attached. The last Time that happened he only got hurt because the guy was flirting with him constantly and then when Lando confessed he told him he´s straight and it was nothing more but a little fun.

He didn´t look at any of the next messages Arthur sent him. Before he knew it, someone was knocking at his door. “Come in” he said. “Wow, you're really in the feels today, aren´t you? You didn't talk at all during breakfast, went straight back to your room and you clearly took a shower before breakfast which you never do and now you're sulking for whatever reason. Mind telling me what's wrong?” during her monologue Flo came over to him and was now sitting next to him on the bed her head on his shoulder.

Lando closed his eyes with a pained expression and laid his head on top of hers. “Why do men have to be such assholes?” “oh, now we're talking.” His sisters comment put a little smile on his face, it wasn't much, but it was an honest smile at least. He considered whether or not to actually tell a second person about Arthur today but then he decided that his sister knew as little about formula 1 as he did so he just went with it and sat up straight again.

“I started texting this guy and we like talked before while gaming with George and Alex, but we only really started texting today and I don't want to get attached again just to get hurt Flo” He tucked his knees to his chest and rested his head on top of them. “Lando, not everyone is trying to hurt you, you know?” she grabbed his phone and Lando didn't even try to stop her because she'd do whatever she wanted to anyway. He learned that over the years.

“Here., I don't think he's just trying to seduce you, Lando. He sent you like five messages asking if he did something wrong and apologizing.” Sniffing Lando wiggled on arm out of his blanket and grabbed his phone from his sister’s hand.

And don't worry I also enjoy going not that fast for once.
Lando?
I'm sorry if that was too much. I swear I won't just randomly turn up in England.
But I'd really like to get to know you better.
Please don't ignore me now. I'm not one of those creeps. I just really like you and I'd love to meet you one day but never without your consent. I also want to know more about you. I really enjoyed our little chat today and gaming together.

“See”, his sister ruffled his hair and then stood up and got out of the room. Sometimes Lando questioned if she was actually younger than him or if their parents just lied to them.

I'm sorry for not replying. You just caught me off guard for a second.

That was a huge understatement but he wasn't going to deliver his feelings on a silver plate like that. He really enjoyed texting to Arthur and also found himself catching feelings way too easily but he decided he didn't care for once.

Okay good, again I'm really sorry. I didn't mean to just throw that at you like that.
Anyway tell me about yourself. What else do you enjoy despite horses and gaming. Tell me about what you like
And I'd also love to hear more of that horse of yours though.

Lando couldn't help but smile.

Sooo, my horse is called Blizzard. He is a six-year-old stallion. He LOVES his treats. It's really entertaining training him and this season is our first season competeting together but I've had him since he was three and my trainer and I trained him together.

Sounds like a lot of fun even though I don't really understand anything ;)
But you missed the first part of the message, I want to know more about YOU as well

Lando was blushing again, of course he was. He hated it so much, but he found that he didn't mind that much when it was because of Arthur.

I'm really not that interesting. I spend most of my time at the barn or in front of the computer so.

Okay, let's do it different then : ) What's your favourite colour?

Lando had to bite his lips to prevent a big grin spreading over his face.

I really like blue.

No red? ;)

Nah, I'd rather take orange then.

He may not watch formula 1 very often, but McLaren was his favourite team and he decided teasing Arthur a bit was also fine. Because latest he knew red was not McLaren colours and they didn't have a driver called Arthur.

I'm shocked :o
How could you

Lando chuckled. Maybe his sister was right, maybe he not everyone was trying to hurt him and maybe he should allow himself to just feel for once.

It's my turn now.
Where are you from?
Because your accent and you said you'd fly to England ;)

Monaco. Ever been there?

Nope

You should ;)
My turn again. How did you meet Alex and George?

Through Alex sister. She's an equestrian as well as is my sister and they became friends so yeah and that's kinda how it happened.
What does it feel like driving an F1 car?

Sounds complicated but nice haha
It's incredible. I don't know how else to describe it's just an unbelievable feeling. You sit in this car for the first time and you know you've finally achieved what you've been working for your entire childhood and you gave up almost your entire childhood for this sport.
I mean I haven't had any wins or podiums but driving for Alfa Romeo together with Kimi Räikkönen is an incredible feeling especially when I scored my first point.

Lando somehow felt like this confession or whatever it was, was extremely intimate. He didn't know why or how to describe it but it just felt like it. Sharing something about your biggest passion with someone was always somehow special.

Same question back to you. What does it feel like riding a horse. I've never sat on one before.

To say it in your words incredible. It's like freedom. Especially if you're galloping full speed through the woods or over a field it's just magical.
Next question What else do you like besides driving ridiculously fast and gaming?

Uhm, I guess karting counts as driving fast?

Yep

Well then, I play the piano, Gaming even though you probably figured that out already as well. Spending time with my family and just hanging out with friends. I don't really have any more specific interest.
Except for you of course ; ) You're my newest favourite Interest

Lando didn't think it was possible for him to get even more flushed but apparently it was. His mouth felt extremely dry and his brain just short-circuited. Arthur was so shamelessly flirting with him, even Lando noticed that, but he was just way too shy to actually flirt back even if Arthur was clearly interested, he just couldn't quite understand why.

I'll have to go to practice no. I'm sorry.
But I'll definitely text you when I get home again.
Bye Lando :)

Lando felt a wave of sadness wash through him at the same time as relief, because he didn't know how to deal with Arthurs constant flirting.

The Chaos trio
Lando, George, Alex

We have an emergency!
George!
Alex!
I need your help!
Now!

Wow what happened?

Yeah mate, you saw a ghost or sth?

No ffs
Remember how Arthur and I exchanged numbers?

Now that's gonna be interesting
I'm calling you now
Group meeting approved

“God no, please don't” his prayers didn't bring anything, because five seconds later George was already calling him, Alex probably in the call already as well. Growning he realised it was a video call, that asshole. He still picked up because there was no one else he knew that knew Arthur.

"Now tell us the good stuff" George said widely grinning at him.