Chapter Eleven

Spending the whole day after the race with my family felt amazing, after missing out on spending time with them for the past year or so. I was never a huge fan of exploring cities as travelling for the races took away that edge of excitement for me from visiting different countries. It still felt special to fly around the world but in a way my mind always connected it with working and being tired for most of the time we spent away from home. Still, this time having people there who I have been missing every day of the season gave it a completely different feel and the time flew by as we walked through the city, our legs almost dying by the time we finally got back to the hotel.


" Sometimes I forget that you're still an athlete and take long runs and walks almost every day. " Jacob let out a sigh, crashing down on the bench in the hall of the hotel. " I'm the older one and you can still kick my ass whenever you want. " He added, making the both of us laugh as I sat down next to him. Even if sometimes siblings could be a pain in the ass, they were usually there to make your life a bit more fun and exciting.


" Maybe sometimes you should stand up from your pc and do some exercises with me. " I shrugged a little, bumping our shoulders together. " I'm probably just as tired as you are though. Only difference is it's not as visible on me. " I added, enduring the pain when he poked my side with his elbow, looking up at our parents when they finally came back from the reception.


" Luckily our rooms were free for the week so we won't have to move for the next two days. " Mum said, as we walked to the elevator and got up to our floor. The plan was originally for them to fly home after the race, but as I had to stay a few more days with the team they opted for a longer stay although they will still fly home earlier than I will get to do so.


" Perfect. Then dinner tonight and we could have breakfast together before my meetings? " I asked back with a grin just as we stepped out of the elevator and turned right in the hallway. " Or is tomorrow too early? You guys should sleep in. " I let out a sigh, realising I was the only one who's here to work and isn't on a kind of holiday.


" I'll be up anyways, although I can't talk about the other three. " She rolled her eyes, looking back at my dad, sister and brother who weren't paying any attention as they were in deep conversation. "I will accompany you to breakfast, but I think you will have more exciting plans for tonight than enduring us over dinner. " She added with a smile and I was just about to ask back when I looked forward and spotted Lando leaning on my door.


" Do you mind? " I asked, turning back towards her, as their rooms were on the other side of the hallway. " I can just ask him to push it tomorrow. " I offered, knowing how they came here to spend time with me finally. I didn't want to lose that time even if using it for Lando was just as enjoyable.


" No, never. He also asked me to steal you from us. It's already settled. " She squeezed my shoulder gently, stepping into the hug I initiated before we said goodbye to each other and I walked to my room.


" Good evening. " Lando had his attention on his phone mostly, but as I got into his proximity it was soon back in his pocket and his eyes landed on me, his smile equivalent to mine. " I hear that you planned something for me that my family knows about but I don't. " I opened up my door and let him inside as well, before closing it again.


" Yes. I knew you would have family plans, now that they're here. I didn't want to waste your precious time with them. " He shrugged a little, turning back to me when both of us were a bit deeper into the room. " Mary said they can excuse you from dinner if you want to come with me. " He added, getting me more curious by every passing second. We spent quite some time together, but since the first few months of last year we never made plans outside of the weekends to meet up.


" Am I gonna regret saying yes? " I asked back, part joking and part fearing he planned something that won't be so much fun for me. " We all know your taste in programs with friends can be... let's say strange. " I let out a sigh when he did seem to understand what I really meant by my questions.


" I would never force you into something you don't like... intentionally, that is. " He shrugged his shoulders, making me laugh as he added that little word that turned the meaning of his sentence just that little bit. " I know my ideas can be chaotic, but I swear on the next season that you will enjoy it. " Lando assured me, extending his hand towards me as soon as I seemed ready for the adventure.


" I can't really just decline after such sweet words. " I rolled my eyes a little, making sure I had my phone on me before taking his hand and letting him lead me outside. " Do I need anything? " I was a bit confused when we took the elevator to the bottom floor and were about to leave the building as well.


" No, only your high spirits. We're not going far, but we do need that car for my plan. " He pointed towards a more everyday looking vehicle that was waiting for us in the parking lot. Luckily he did have the keys to it already, letting go of my hand so I could get into the passenger's seat, before he appeared next to me. " I need approximately 10 minutes to get to our destination. " He informed me, starting the engine and leaving the well known area of the hotel behind in just a few seconds as he got onto the road immediately.


I was surprised by the car being a normal SUV and not something fancy from his team, but I was sure there was a motive behind the decision. My surprise got even bigger when I saw that the back part of the car was totally blocked off by something, hiding it from anybody inside or outside the car. In the end I didn't ask any questions, knowing full well everything was there for a reason and I would get to know the full picture soon, and just leant back in my seat. For the first few minutes I thought he's taking me to the track for some odd reason but then he made a turn that kept us on a road close to the circuit but wasn't the actual route there. I knew it would be kind of a date as he mentioned planning one as soon as the season is over and we're both mostly free from team duties. Somehow, and I was really glad this is how it turned out, I wasn't anxious one bit about the whole idea. If it was with anyone else I probably would have been, but Lando was such a main part of my life that spending time with him could never scare me. Not even when it was a bit more special like a date. Not since we finally realised that we're both interested in each other, probably years after our families already knew about it. It was always easier to see it from the outside, than to see it while you're actively being part of the situation.


" We're almost there. " Lando's voice got me back from my thoughts and when I looked out the window, I quickly realised where we were. We weren't that far away from the track, but we were looking onto it from quite far up the mountain that was next to it. " I wouldn't recommend our destination to someone with a fear of heights. " He let out a chuckle, parking the car just a few meters later into a little parking lot that was a perfect viewing point, looking onto the city.


" This is already my favourite place. " I exclaimed, although my brows furrowed when he reversed into a parking space on the side of the lot, blocking our view completely. When I turned my head towards him he was already turning the engine off and opening his seatbelt. " Please tell me we're not hiking. My legs are still dead from walking in the city. " I let out a huff of breath but got out of the car when he motioned for me to do so. By the time I closed the door to the passenger seat he was already standing at the trunk.


Just as I stepped next to him and was about to ask about his plans, he opened the trunk up and my jaw almost dropped open. I caught myself before my chin could touch the floor at the sight of the set up bedding inside. There were a few pillows, and a bigger duvet with fairy lights around the whole space. My eyes were completely stuck to the sight in front of me and the knowledge that Lando made such an effort with planning everything and also setting this up probably by hand. The fact that things were a bit messy inside just made it even more perfect, letting me know that he did it with his own hands and didn't just get someone to do it for him. By the time I regained my ability to breath and think he was already sitting on the edge of the trunk, and taking off his shoes to not get the dirt inside. I took an example of him, kicking my sneakers off and carefully climbing into the back of the car. There was no one else in the area, even though it had the perfect view you could have wished for, as it was already quite late and people probably chose either inside activities or stayed in the middle of the city.


" Do you like it? " Lando asked, with a curious smile, as I sat back next to him. I couldn't tear my gaze away from the sight in front of us but made sure that my nod was visible, so he would get an answer. I didn't trust my voice to give an actual one to him. " I'm glad. " He let out a laugh, getting his arm around my shoulder even though I was already leaning into his side willingly.


" I'm sorry for doubting you. This is lovely. " I shook my head with a smile before letting it fall onto his shoulder as I still felt amazed by everything. " I feel lucky that I'm the one getting to experience this. " I let out a sigh, looking up at him when he was getting a few little snacks out of a pocket made next to the bedding.


While he was busy getting out the prepared sandwiches, fruits and little chocolate bars I couldn't help but take my phone out and take a few photos of the view and also the decoration of the trunk. I could truly stay and maybe even sleep in there if I didn't know how unsafe that could be. Still, I felt overwhelmed that he made something so personal for us to spend some time in and be able to just relax and talk after, not even a few but a bunch of, busy months spent racing cars and training almost every day. Our jobs were a blessing but it could tire a person out both physically and mentally for the end of the season. Sometimes it felt like the off season was never long enough to fully recharge our batteries, but I felt like we still couldn't complain too much about the hardships of our lives. I looked back, locking and putting my phone away, when he was handing a few of them to me and I needed both hands. I could easily recognise a few of my favourite desserts and also sandwiches, which made me smile even though it was a basic act of kindness in most people's books.


" Thank you for planning all of this. I don't remember the last time someone outside my family did something like this for me. " I shook my head a little, letting it rest onto his shoulder as soon as he stopped moving. " Although, I'm not sure I remember the last time we had time to be normal human beings. " I let out a sigh, just watching the view, before my eyes travelled further down, landing on the still illuminated circuit which anyone could easily make out from here.


" And that's the easiest way to lose yourself while you think you're still the same. " He agreed in a way, and even though I would have tried to defend myself a few weeks ago, now I knew I was as guilty as anyone else. I let my job take over my life and even though I still made memories it will always be a year that feels lost from my life. " That's exactly why we won't let that happen again. " He added, poking my side with his elbow, before his arm came up around my shoulder, letting me rest my head back onto his arm.


" Thank you. For everything. " I told him, looking up at him with a small smile. " Even when I messed up you were there to help me. " I rolled my eyes a little at the memories of all the mistakes I made.


" We both made mistakes, but we will learn from them. " Lando shrugged a little, with a tiny smile, and when my eyebrows shot up at the philosophic thoughts he let out a laugh. " I can be intelligent sometimes too... " He rolled his eyes, squeezing my shoulder a little as a laugh got out of me as well.


We soon got on with eating all the food, getting through almost everything he prepared for us in around half an hour. At first he wanted to put on some music, but in the end we pulled up Netflix, continuing the show we started in Bahrain. As soon as the containers were away from us I didn't hold back anymore and rested my legs over his thighs. It meant I could turn more towards him and as much as I could read his body language and the arm around my waist, he didn't seem to mind either. I only took a few more pictures of the setup and the totally dark sky as well as a selfie of the both of us, sending them all to Lando too. I knew he would ask for them and I rather got it over with before I would forget it. I knew we would always remember this night, but I wanted to make sure with having a few pics that we could look back on and maybe get some physical copies of them too for decoration at home. We both were the kind who liked keeping picture frames around filled with our best memories from our life.


Another half an hour later we reluctantly got out of the trunk, and taking the front seats headed back to the hotel. I couldn't get the smile off of my face, but as much as I could see Lando was in the same situation. I've never been more grateful for an automatic gear change than when he decided to just hold my hand whenever he didn't need two hands on the steering wheel. Sadly we couldn't prolong our drive for too much longer, as sitting in the parking lot wasn't the best choice comfort wise. It felt like we would break the moment by getting out of the car, but in the end we forced ourselves to step outside and head up to our rooms. We left everything as it was in the junk, but I was sure Lando would pack it together either tomorrow or before giving back the car on the day he had to fly back to the UK. While we got up to our floor I sent off a message into our family group chat, informing everyone that we're back at the hotel and wishing them goodnight, although I was sure most of them must be asleep already.


" Do you have an early morning tomorrow? " I asked Lando when we got to my door, and still didn't feel like letting go of the day yet. " I would be up for one more movie before ending today. " I offered and as soon as he didn't move away towards his own room I knew he was in.


" Just some meetings before lunch. Nothing that would mean I have to go to bed early. " He shrugged and waited for me to finally open the door. " We watched your favourite anyways, so now I get to choose and we're even. " He offered, making me laugh but give in nevertheless. He made it seem like I would suffer through a movie that he chose, even though our taste was pretty similar.


We quickly set up the TV and the couch to continue our movie night just without snacks as my room had nothing to offer. It was the perfect way to end our night and also start our next day. I may have been a bit more tired than desired for a day full of programs, but it was still worth it. I had enough days ahead of me to use for sleeping and getting back into a less race-centric lifestyle, before I would be travelling home and fully letting go of responsibilities. We officially closed the season in our books, going over everything just once more to make sure we wouldn't forget anything while we step away from racing. Of course only until the break was over, but there was enough time until I would have to think about something that was in connection with the team or the car. The meetings took up a few days, but I was still lucky when the team announced that we would be free sooner, as some meetings were brought forward.


I was seconds away from boarding the plane that would take me back to the UK when my phone went off. As soon as I tapped onto the notification it opened up his newest Instagram post, where I was met with two very familiar pictures. Not because I took them or saw them before but because I was part of them. For an outsider it was hard to tell who was actually in the picture from his birthday dinner and our date, but luckily I could easily connect the dots after living through the moments. The short 'Exciting season, but now onto something new and even more exciting until we're back in the paddock ✌️' description got a grin onto my face and I immediately opened my own gallery. I easily chose a picture where we were clinking our champagne glasses together and one of the views from our date night. It was probably enough for them to connect the dots as well but also left enough questions about who might be the other person.


The thought that he would see my post as well but won't know that I'm already on a plane back home, made me smile even wider. I intentionally held back from posting anything that could give my plan away, and kept it a surprise for when I could finally knock on his door. He already planned out our whole week before we would get back to our families for Christmas celebrations, so it was my turn to make it even more exciting for the both of us. I might have only won ourselves just one or two plus days, but it was still more than nothing after how much we spent separately.


Boarding the plane, taking off and then landing went smoothly. I even got my baggage back in just a few minutes, letting me move on and get out of the building before most people would have the chance to steal all the taxis. I could have asked him to pick me up, but that would ruin the surprise and I really didn't mind getting a ride to his house. The only thing I hoped was that they didn't decide to go out for this one evening during the week, and I will find them at home to let me inside. Usually they either made plans with their friends at their own house, but knowing my luck today would be the only occasion when they decided otherwise. Just as I would have given up and texted Lando, messing up the whole surprise idea, I got another notification from his Instagram profile. He was letting everyone know that he will be streaming a bit later, which was perfect news that let me relax into my seat with a happy sigh.


I surprised myself that the idea of not getting to spend tonight exclusively with him didn't bother me. Even though I knew we had several days to spend together without any public plans I still thought it would irritate me that we would lose the time I flew early for. The idea of getting to spend the time in his proximity was enough to make me feel content already, although I was still a few minutes away from the house that was my destination. I got some music going in my earphone to make the time go a bit faster and by the time I got through the album the driver was turning off the main road. A wide smile got onto my face as soon as I could recognize the neighbourhood and the houses that were just a walking distance from Lando's. I quickly got my hand luggage ready for the moment when the car parked down and I officially arrived at the address I had given him at the start of our journey. Luckily he still helped me get all my stuff out of the trunk, from where I could easily pull everything to the front door and finally ring the bell.


" Oh, what a surprise! You're quite early. " Max grinned at me as soon as he opened the door to me. He took two of my suitcases without a question, leaving only one for me to pull inside when he stepped aside. " He's in the shower, but should be finishing up pretty soon. I'm sure he won't mind you packing out while waiting. " He offered another smile in my way, leading me upstairs where I already knew which one was Lando's room.


" Getting off early would be a waste of time if I didn't fly home earlier. " I shrugged a little, letting go of my luggage either putting it on the bed or just pulling it right next to it. " Can I help with anything while he's busy? " I asked Max, glancing towards the bathroom from where we could both hear the water still running.


" No, no. We have everything ready. " He shook his head, heading out of the room already. " There's some leftovers in the fridge if you feel hungry, and of course just feel yourself at home. " He added, to which I quickly mouthed my thanks before turning to my bags.


I didn't plan to unpack everything right then and there, but I thought getting my chargers and laptop out might be a better idea. I had enough time to send out a text to both my parents and Dan, as he insisted to know about my arrival, before I could hear the water sounds coming to a stop in the bathroom. It took another few minutes for the door to shoot open with Lando stepping out from behind it before coming to a full stop. He seemed scared and shocked for a second, before his facial expression turned into one of joyful surprise.


" Well, hello there. " Lando smiled at me, dropping his towel on the bed not far away from me. " This is a surprise I'm glad to be a part of. " He added, just before finally pulling me into a hug that I gladly returned. " What happened to your plan of getting a tan finally? " He asked me as my hands came up around his neck.


" My own british ray of sunshine seemed like a better choice. " I let out a sigh, shrugging gently as my head rested right next to my arm. " They rescheduled my meetings, bringing them forward in order to lengthen my break by a few days. " He hummed at my explanation and I could feel his arms around my middle tighten.


" I'm glad you're here early. The more time we have the merrier. " Lando pulled back, letting go of me reluctantly as my arms fell down to my sides as well. " Do you need help packing out? " He glanced at all the bags around his bed, but I just shook my head.


" Just some clothes to sleep in and for tomorrow. I'm leaving everything else as it is right now. " I turned away a little to open up the suitcase that I knew had most of my everyday clothing inside. " You're streaming tonight, right? " I asked, pulling out the pieces I was looking for, praising myself mutely for putting them all on the top.


" That was the plan, but with you being here early we can change it. " He shrugged, watching me intently but somehow it didn't make me feel weird.


" No, no, it's okay. I would rather just take a shower and rest while maybe watching you. Your fans have waited enough during the season. " I shrugged a little, turning towards him and letting a smile get on my face when I fully took in the situation. Since he shared the idea of us spending some time together prior to Christmas, it was the only thing my thoughts were running around. " You still have the beanbag in the room? " I asked, taking the towels and sleeping clothes that were already laid out on the bed for my shower.


" Not right now, but I can get it inside while you're showering. " He offered with a smile and I immediately answered with a nod, even though it wasn't really a question. It was probably my favourite place to sit and watch him while I lived with them at the start of the year, until everything went to shit between us. " I swear we will do everything we planned for tomorrow and Christmas, and I'm not bringing the fans there. You just surprised me. " His arms pulled me into a tight hug, and I gladly circled my arms around his neck too. Even though hugs were already a big part of our friendship, now it felt a bit more special.


" That was the plan, and we have all the time we need to do things. Do not think I'm sad we're not going for a run or a hike as soon as I get off the plane. " I let out a quiet laugh, making sure not to deafen him with the sound. " My head needs a bit of time to realise where I am anyways. A good night's sleep and it's like I'm brand new. " I added, his lips leaving a few quick kisses on my shoulder before leaning back a little.


" Go shower, stinky. I'm gonna set your 'bed' up meanwhile. " Lando left a kiss on my lips before passing me and leaving the room, while I felt like my feet grew roots into the ground. I didn't even realise the nickname quick enough to do anything, even though he ran out of the room knowing I would take revenge.


It was hard to get used to being so close to him after how distant we were the whole year. Every little act of affection left me breathless for a few moments, and I could only hope my body would get used to it in due time. Even if I welcomed the feeling and all the butterflies he caused, I knew it would be quite awkward to act like this when we got back to the track in a few months. This once I appreciated the thought of working with separate teams and only meeting during races and outside work. My only hope was that we would get out of the honeymoon stage by the first race of the new season, giving us the chance to work around each other in the usual professional manner. We managed it well even when we weren't on the best terms, not letting our feelings get involved while doing our jobs. He may have commented saltily after I teased him a bit, but we never really did harm to each other.


In the end I somehow got myself to the bathroom and finally started the water in the shower cubicle so it would have time to heat up. It was one of the best feelings to finally rinse all the travel off my body, even though I did nothing but get on a flight and then let Lando get me from the airport to his house. Bus or car travels usually felt even worse, although you never actually did anything to get dirty. It was mostly just the tiredness and soreness, which the shower, although did not erase, at least made it less alarming in a way. Most of the time the feeling disappeared after a good night's sleep, but I didn't want to waste our first evening together due to falling asleep alone. The least I wanted to achieve is staying up while he streamed and then going to sleep together. His gameplay was highly entertaining anyways, which made the thought of me staying awake a bit more believable even as I could feel my eyes closing as I stood under the warm water.


Somehow I got myself out of the cubicle before sleep could take over my body, and quickly toweled myself off. I pulled the fresh clothes on, leaving the dirty ones in his laundry basket, before leaving the bathroom. There was already a sweater in my hand to pull over my head, when I saw one of his laying around on the bed. Even though it was a McLaren one I couldn't care less until we were inside and there was no one to see us. It would have started a bit of drama and rumours probably if it got out of here, but in front of him I had nothing to fear. In this career it was easier to have friends from work, as they already knew all the rules about social media posting and just keeping up the public's opinion of us. Them judging our friendship was a big blow already, we didn't need anything else they could hold up against me or Lando.


Taking my phone from the bedside table I just made sure to turn all the lights off on my way to his streaming room. His door was slightly ajar, his voice coming out of the room, letting me know he was already in a game. It wouldn't have held me back normally, but knowing I wouldn't like my short sleeping shorts to be part of a clip, I rather went down to the kitchen until he finished the round. It was enough time to make a cup of tea for the both of us, and to take a few biscuits too. With the off season I wasn't always as strict as we had to be for our training and Lando wasn't any better either. When the cups were finally full I put the kettle back, and went back upstairs with them, pushing his door in with my foot.


" Can you cover the cam for a sec? " I asked him, knowing that his mic wouldn't pick up my voice. " I don't really want your stream talking about my clothing. " I added when he turned towards me with a questioning gaze, but then let out a chuckle when he took in my outfit. I could see him moving his hand up, covering the lens and taking the second cup of tea from my hands when I was standing next to him.


" Thank you. " He smiled up at me when I left two of the biscuits next to where he put down the drink, passing him finally so he could uncover his webcam. " Looks good on you though. " His face had a smirk on it as he looked at me for a second, before it turned into laughter as I flipped him off but couldn't help the smile getting on my face at the same time.


" Put those eyebrows away. " I rolled my eyes as I could see him lifting one of them, the smirk getting back onto his face. He was lucky that there was only one pillow and I wasn't about to give it up so I could throw it at him. My other choice would have been a helmet of his from the window sill, but that would have caused too much pain. I wasn't about to actually injure him for some bad jokes.


While he turned back to his screen, a grin still visible on his lips, I carefully sat down on the giant beanbag, making sure my tea wouldn't be kicked over as I placed it a bit away from myself with my 'dessert' next to it. There was already a blanket thrown next to me, that I gladly pulled over my legs and laid back comfortably. With how soft the beanbag was I almost got swallowed up in it, but at the same time it felt like you were laying down on a cloud. I already couldn't imagine getting up from my position, having my phone with his stream on propped up, as I couldn't really see his screen from where I was. It was around half an hour later when my eyes started closing and I let sleep take over me without much of a fight. Not even Lando's shouts could keep me awake, although I remembered opening my eyes to a slit for a second when the blanket was pulled higher up my body, until he sat back down in his chair.


What I couldn't remember was getting into bed next to Lando, where I woke up the next morning. For once I was glad to be an early bird, waking up well before he did, giving me a bit of time to just enjoy lazing around. It wasn't like Lando wouldn't be okay with just laying around all day long, but neither of us wanted to waste the time we finally had to spend together, on sleeping and staying inside. Although we didn't want to travel around the world after the season, a bit of hiking and some walks around the countryside felt like the perfect plans. Mark and Jon would have been proud of us thinking about fitness during the off-season, right until they would see the food we have around the house in between the walks and runs. What they didn't know wouldn't hurt them anyways, and as neither of us would betray the other, the secret was safe in our hands.


While Lando was still asleep I went down for a glass of water, slipping back into the bed afterwards, and going onto my phone to keep myself busy until he woke up. Instagram just opened up on my screen when a notification popped up from Max tagging me in his story. Opening it up I saw a video of him coming up the stairs and panning his camera around before pushing Lando's game room door inside a bit and first showing how he was playing, then me as I was already asleep, wrapped up in the blanket over me. The text 'When you think you're entertaining, but even your own girlfriend falls asleep watching you...' made me snicker. I reacted to it with a cry-laughing face, before sharing it onto my own story with a small red heart in one of the corners. For a second I almost discarded it, but then somehow I gathered enough courage to tap the posting button. Lando started stirring awake with perfect timing, distracting me from my thoughts and making me lock my phone and put it away.


" Good morning. " I smiled at him, turning a little so I could face him, while his arm came up around my waist. He grumbled something, shimmying closer to me and hiding his face into my pillow as he was mostly on my side of the bed now. " You're the worst a person can get in the morning. " I let out a laugh, my fingers brushing through his curls that were out of control from sleeping.


" I think it could be worse. " Lando murmured, his hand running over my back for a second. " Did you see what Max posted? " He asked, looking up at me with curiosity and maybe a bit of surprise in his eyes when I nodded a little, a smile staying on my face.


" Yes. I don't mind, even if I panicked for a second right after seeing it. They know about us already and also knew I was there last night. " I shrugged a little, leaving a kiss on his cheek before cuddling closer to him. " Running away isn't an option I'm giving myself this time. " I promised him, closing my eyes and just hugging him back tightly. I have run from my feelings enough in the last few months for my whole life I think.


" Glad to hear that. I missed you during last season and I'm not letting go of you now. " His arm tightened around me even more for a second, but it only made me smile wider. " We're lucky it's winter break and we're only going home but still spending time together. " He let out a content sigh and I had to agree with him. Separating after the Abu Dhabi GP was painful even if it was for just a few days or the flights to the next country.


" Just us, family and free time. What more could we wish for? " I let out a chuckle, knowing quite well he was still stressed about standing in front of my parents as a boyfriend instead of a best friend. They still liked him and weren't about to ban us from each other, but I couldn't reason with him about this. Not until he experienced it for himself.

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