Authors Note: You're either going to love me, or absolutely hate me for this one...😈

P.S: A double upload this weekend to celebrate lil Lando's first podium 🏆

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CHAPTER FOURTEEN;

The Whore of Formula One

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Leclerc Revives Glory at Imola GP Amidst Controversy

The Imola Grand Prix served as a pivotal moment for Charles Leclerc, as he not only clinched victory but also silenced the doubters who had begun to question his driving prowess. Prior to this race, whispers among fans and pundits alike suggested that Leclerc might have peaked after his World Drivers' Championship (WDC) win last season. However, this weekend at Imola, the Monegasque driver proved that he's far from past his prime.

In the lead-up to the race, controversy surrounded Leclerc and his fellow drivers Aurora Prince and Daniel Ricciardo, as videos emerged of them participating in illegal racing activities in Japan. The scandal cast a shadow over Leclerc's reputation and raised questions about his focus and commitment to Formula 1. Yet, amidst the turmoil, Leclerc found redemption on the track at Imola, demonstrating once again his innate talent and passion for racing.

From the moment the lights went out, Leclerc showed his determination, skillfully navigating the twists and turns of the iconic Imola circuit. His victory not only showcased his speed and precision behind the wheel but also served as a reminder of his resilience in the face of adversity.

However, Leclerc's triumph was not without its challenges. Max Verstappen, his closest rival in the championship battle, pushed him to the limit, finishing a close second and keeping the championship fight alive. Yet, Leclerc's victory at Imola sends a clear message to his competitors – he's back and more determined than ever to reclaim his place at the top of the sport.

Daniel Ricciardo's third-place finish added to the drama of the weekend, highlighting the fierce competition amongst the drivers vying for glory on the track. Ricciardo's performance served as a testament to his skill and determination, further intensifying the battle for supremacy in Formula 1.

Despite the controversies leading up to the race, Imola proved to be a turning point for Leclerc, reaffirming his status as one of the sport's brightest talents. As the championship race heats up, fans can expect to see more thrilling battles on the track, with Leclerc leading the charge towards glory once again.

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GOSSIPGRID.COM

Aurora Prince: The Controversial Figure of the Formula 1 Grid

In the fast-paced world of Formula 1, few personalities have captured as much attention, both on and off the track, as Aurora Prince. The British driver's journey in the sport has been marked by controversy, from her aggressive behaviour behind the wheel to her tumultuous personal life.

At the centre of the storm is Prince's relationship with fellow F2 driver Ezra McAllister, which has been the subject of intense speculation amidst rumours of infidelity. As McAllister recovers from his life-threatening accident in Spa last year, whispers of Prince's alleged affair with Charles Leclerc have only added to the drama surrounding the young driver.

Prince's on-track demeanour has further fueled the controversy, with incidents of aggressive driving drawing criticism from fans and fellow competitors alike. Her infamous clash with Leclerc, where she pushed the Ferrari driver off the track, raised questions about her sportsmanship and professionalism on the circuit.

The road to Formula 1 has not been easy for Prince, who has faced challenges in securing sponsorships throughout her career. While she attributes this struggle to her gender, some question whether her attitude plays a role in her difficulties. Reports of her rude behaviour towards the press and tendency to label questions as "sexist" when she doesn't want to answer them have raised eyebrows within the paddock.

Despite her controversies, Prince enjoys the support of veteran drivers Lewis Hamilton, who serves as her manager, and Sebastian Vettel, Porsche's team principal. Her close friendships with Max Verstappen and Daniel Ricciardo further solidify her position within the F1 community.

Recent and unfounded rumours of drug use and an alleged affair with Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz during his relationship with ex-girlfriend Isa Hernaez have only added to Prince's notoriety. With Porsche's unwavering defence of her actions, questions have been raised about whether she is the right person for the brand to stand behind so strongly.

As Prince's scandals continue to make headlines, the debate over her suitability as a role model for young girls in the sport intensifies. With Porsche's press team working overtime to keep her out of trouble, the question remains – is Aurora Prince a true champion on the track and a positive influence off it, or is she a cautionary tale of the pitfalls of fame in Formula 1?

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auroraprince added a new photo to her story

hey @gossipgrid, I'm not mad, i just wanna talk. 

REPLIES: 

danielricciardo: wait what? 

auroraprince sent a link

auroraprince: lol 

danielricciardo: NAH IT'S ON SIGHT

landonorris: why've they attacked you like that?

auroraprince: idk bro 

landonorris: wait i want to join the beef too 

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landonorris added a new photo to his story

hey @gossipgrid, leave princey alone. 

REPLIES:

userone: wait why are you getting involved? 

landonorris: because she's my friend?

usertwo: i bet the GC is popping off right now

landonorris: absolutely 

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danielricciardo added a new photo to his story

@gossipgrid keep june's name outta ur mouth

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corajackson added a new photo to her story

Imagine thinking that Rory's not a nice person...clownery of the highest kind.

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maxverstappen added a new photo to his story

@gossipggrid it's you, you're the dumbass bitch. 

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@princerory: somebody better tell leclerc that when i see his girlfriend, imma get violent.

Comments:

lilleclerc: oh shit 

➠ princerory: hi arthur. please deliver the message. 

➠ lilleclerc: why are you fighting Valentine? 

➠ princerory: bc that demon told the press that i slept with carlos and have a drug addiction and now it's time she gets her ass whooped

➠ lewlew: maybe we shouldn't resort to violence

➠ madmax: nah fuck that let them fight i wanna see rory bite her

charlieferrari: did you unblock me on purpose?

➠ princerory: great so now you can tell valentine I'm going to murder her

➠  charlieferrari: I'm confused what's this about?

➠ saintsainz: read the gossipgrid article Charles

➠ charlieferrari: I'm going to kill her myself

➠ lewlew: please less of the violence guys!!!! 

➠ cuntycora: take your pussyboi vegan personality elsewhere. WE'RE FIGHTING. 

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Following the release of the scandalous article on the Gossip Grid, the atmosphere in the Imola Grand Prix paddock crackled with tension and speculation. Whispers and rumours spread like wildfire, threatening to overshadow the weekend's racing action.

Amidst the chaos, Adeline, Aurora's PR manager, swiftly intervened during her press interviews, whisking her away to shield her from the barrage of questions about the article. It was evident that the content of the article had rattled Aurora to her core. Upon seeing it, she erupted into a storm of emotions, her frustration and anger pouring out in a torrent of words.

Sebastian and Adeline worked tirelessly to calm Aurora down, the British driver venting her fury with fiery determination, vowing to exact revenge on Valentine De-Monaire, the source of the scandalous piece. It took a considerable amount of time for her to cool off, but eventually, the storm within her subsided.

Meanwhile, as the other drivers wrapped up their own media obligations, Max and Daniel wasted no time in making their way to the Porsche garage to offer their support to Aurora. They found her channelling her emotions into posting memes on Instagram, using humour to deflect the hurt caused by the article.

Adeline attempted to diffuse the situation, but her efforts only seemed to fan the flames as the atmosphere grew increasingly charged. Soon, other drivers joined in on the antics, rallying around Aurora in a show of solidarity. Despite Adeline's attempts to maintain control, she eventually realized the futility of her efforts and reluctantly surrendered to the chaos unfolding before her.

"June, are you okay?" Daniel's concern echoed through the tense atmosphere as he and Max joined Aurora and Sebastian. Aurora nodded mechanically. "I'm fine," she replied, her voice devoid of its usual warmth, her emotions tightly controlled.

A heavy silence fell over the group as they exchanged glances, each sensing the weight of the situation. Adeline, ever the mediator, broke the silence with a sigh, her expression reflecting the gravity of the conversation that needed to take place.

"I need to go and speak to Silvia," Adeline interjected, her tone sombre. "If Carlos has been mentioned, no doubt Ferrari will want to put out a statement and—"

"You think they'll deny it?" Aurora interrupted, her voice tinged with scepticism.

"Well, it's a lie, isn't it?" Adeline countered, her brow furrowing in confusion.

Aurora's admission hung heavy in the air, her voice barely a whisper. "Not completely."

Sebastian's concern deepened, and he exchanged a meaningful look with Adeline, silently communicating the seriousness of the situation. Sensing the need for privacy, he made a decisive call.

"Okay, everyone out. I need to speak to Aurora," Sebastian declared, his authoritative tone brooking no argument. 

"Seb-,"

"This is serious, Daniel," he added, addressing the Australian driver. "We both know it. Can you just give us ten minutes, please?"

Daniel and Max exchanged a glance before nodding solemnly, understanding the gravity of the situation. They exited the room, with Adeline trailing close behind, leaving Sebastian and Aurora alone to confront the uncomfortable truth.

Once the door closed, Sebastian's facade of composure faltered, his shoulders sagging with disappointment as he fixed Aurora with a stern gaze.

"You want to explain?" he prompted, his tone heavy with expectation. Aurora met his gaze with a mixture of guilt and resignation, knowing that she had to confront the consequences of her actions. With a heavy sigh, she nodded, steeling herself for the difficult conversation ahead.

With her eyes brimming with tears, Aurora looked at Sebastian, struggling to contain her emotions. "Rory, It's okay," Sebastian attempted to soothe her, his voice gentle and reassuring. "I just need to know what's going on, so we can figure out how to protect you."

He reached out, rubbing her back in a comforting gesture, pulling her closer as he sat beside her. Wrapping his arm around her shoulders, he offered a silent embrace, a pillar of strength amidst the storm of emotions.

"It's complicated," Aurora choked out between sobs, her voice trembling with raw vulnerability.

Sebastian nodded understandingly, his expression a mix of empathy and concern. "So tell me," he encouraged gently, his tone coaxing her to open up.

Aurora took a shaky breath, gathering her thoughts before speaking. "After Ezra's accident... I took two months out of F2," she began, her voice quivering with the weight of her confession.

"I know," Sebastian interjected softly, a small smile playing on his lips. "You went radio silent on everyone, and then came back like a hurricane, winning every other race that season," he recalled, pride evident in his voice.

Aurora's laughter mingled with tears, a bittersweet melody of emotions escaping her lips. "I didn't just go silent because of the accident, Seb," she whispered, her voice trembling with vulnerability.

Sebastian's expression softened, his eyes filled with empathy as he listened intently. "What do you mean?" he prompted gently, sensing the weight of her words.

"When he had the accident... he didn't...die straight away. He held on for a few days. Did you know that?" Aurora's voice wavered, her heartache lay bare before Sebastian.

"No," Sebastian replied quietly, his gaze dropping to the floor as he processed her revelation. It was a side of Aurora he hadn't seen before, and he felt a surge of compassion for her.

"Ezra lived for three days after his accident. He was awake. He was talking. We thought..." Aurora's voice trailed off, overcome with emotion. "I thought he'd be okay."

Sebastian's heart clenched at the pain in her voice, the depth of her loss palpable in the air between them. "What happened?" he asked gently, offering her a steady presence to lean on.

"He got sick, and that was it," Aurora replied, her voice thick with sorrow. "Before I knew it, he was gone, and I was alone."

Tears streamed freely down Aurora's face, her grief pouring out like a torrent. Sebastian's heart ached for her, the unfairness of it all weighing heavily on his mind.

"I didn't take it well," Aurora admitted, a strained laugh escaping her lips. "I, uh, I went a bit crazy. I pushed everyone away—except for Daniel," she added, a small smile tugging at the corners of her lips. "I spent the next few weeks drinking every night."

"You were grieving, Rory," Sebastian reassured her, his voice filled with understanding. "Nobody can judge you for that."

Aurora nodded, her gaze meeting Sebastian's with a wry smile. "No, but they can judge me for what happened next," she said gently, her tone tinged with regret.

Sebastian's brow furrowed in concern as he listened intently, a sense of foreboding settling over him. "About a month after the accident... I met Carlos for the first time," Aurora began, her voice subdued.

"I thought you met him over winter—" Sebastian started, but Aurora interrupted with a shake of her head. 

"No," she sighed heavily. "He came to Monaco for an event with Charles... We bumped into him at the club. I was drunk. So was he. He'd just broken up with Isa, and we slept together. It meant nothing to either of us. We were both just drunk and lonely."

Sebastian nodded in understanding, his expression softened with empathy as he absorbed her confession. "But it pushed me over the edge. Ezra was still in the hospital. We hadn't officially broken up or anything... I felt like I was cheating on him... We'd been together for eight years, and there I was sleeping with someone a month after his accident. It was too much guilt," Aurora continued, her voice trembling with emotion.

"It doesn't make you a bad person, Aurora," Sebastian chided gently, his voice filled with compassion. "You just made a mistake when you weren't in your right mind. Nobody can hold that against you."

"Seb, it gets worse," Aurora sighed, her shoulders slumping with the weight of her confession. "After that, the drinking got worse. And then it wasn't enough of an escape anymore. I met someone, in Jimmy'z. He offered me some pills. I was drunk and sad... I took them."

Sebastian's heart ached for her, and he pulled her into a comforting embrace. "Oh, Aurora," he murmured softly, holding her close. 

"It happened three times. Daniel was trying his hardest to stop me, but... I did something terrible," Aurora admitted, her voice heavy with shame as she stared down at her trembling hands. 

Aurora broke down into fractured sobs, her anguish palpable in the trembling of her body and the hitching of her breath. Sebastian's concern deepened, his heart aching