You have always been a good girl—in fact, always on the good side of everyone, except your ex. Three years ago, you broke up with him after he drunkenly attacked you and refused to back off. That incident seemed to trigger something in his mind, steering him down a dark path. He became someone you thought only existed in movies—crazy, psychotic, and a stalker. Everything escalated too quickly, culminating in his arrest on the first day of summer. Even though three years have passed, the creepy feeling he left behind still lingered as you started dating Formula 1 driver Lando Norris. Never in a million years would you have imagined finding someone so perfect. Lando was everything you had hoped for, and he went out of his way to show his love. However, the healthy relationship came to an end after a little over a year because of the long distances caused by his racing career. The breakup was hard but mutual, and you managed to remain friends. Like every other year, your grandparents had a booth at the annual Christmas market in the heart of London. The air was filled with the sweet aroma of roasted chestnuts and sugary treats like candied nuts and waffles. The cool, crisp winter breeze carried the sounds of cheerful chatter, jingling bells, horse-drawn carriages, and soft carols. Bundled in your leather jacket and a fluffy red scarf wrapped around your neck and head, you held a small cup of hot chocolate in your hand while standing beside your grandparents’ booth. As always, Lando and his family visited the market, and as soon as they spotted you, they slowly made their way over.

“Someone’s looking cozy. Merry Christmas, Madeline” Lando said with a soft smile, gently pulling you into a hug.