Third Person POV:

Schumacher Homestead, Gland, Switzerland

May 25th, four days until Monaco Grand Prix

(A/N: I'm gonna cut some onions)

Mick is having a pleasant drive on the Swiss countryside, Ella sat beside him, her hand resting lightly on her slightly rounded belly, a small smile playing at the corners of her lips.

Ella: I can't wait to meet your family. I really hope they like me.

Mick: They're going to love you. Especially my sister when we tell them the big news.

When they arrive, Ella steps out of the car, her gaze drifting over the meticulously manicured gardens that surrounded the property. The gentle rustle of leaves and the distant chirping of birds created a harmonious backdrop, enhancing the enchanting atmosphere of the Schumacher family home.

Corinna Schumacher opens the door, her warm smile reflecting the same kindness that Mick had always exuded. Her eyes lit up as she approached, welcoming them both with open arms

Corinna: Mick, my dear. it's so good to have you back home.

She hugs her son and looks at Ella and gives her a hug

Corinna: And you must be Ella. Mick has told us so much about you.

Ella: It's so nice to finally meet you, Mrs. Schumacher.

Corinna: Oh please, skip the formalities. Call me Corinna.

Gina-Maria, Mick's sister, appeared at the doorway, her happiness contagious as she rushed forward to envelop them both in a spirited embrace

Gina: Mick, you naughty boy. You didn't tell me you were bringing someone. I'm Gina-Maria, but everyone calls me Gina. It's so nice to finally meet the girl my little brother talks about so fondly.

Ella: It's nice to meet you too, Gina.

The four of them enter the huge Swiss mansion

During the joyful reunion at the Schumacher homestead, the only notable absence was Michael, the legendary F1 champion. He had been in a coma since a tragic skiing accident in 2013, and despite the passage of time, his presence was deeply missed. The atmosphere at the family estate held a bittersweet quality, as everyone was aware of the void left by his absence.

Corinna: Your father would have loved meeting her, Mick.

She looks at a family photo from the time Michael was still here and wipes a tear off her face

Ella felt a profound sense of respect for the family's resilience and unity in the face of their shared tragedy. While Michael might not be physically present, his legacy lived on, and Mick's journey in F1 was a testament to said legacy

Mick and Ella exchange looks as to who was going to tell the big news

Mick: We have something very special to tell you guys. Ella?

Ella takes a deep breath

Ella: I'm three months pregnant.

Both Gina and Corinna gasp as they're taken by surprise

Corinna's eyes welled with tears of happiness as she enveloped both Mick and Ella in a heartfelt embrace

Corinna: Oh my God, this is wonderful news!

Gina: I'm going to be an aunt!

Following the joyous announcement of Ella's pregnancy, Corinna led Mick and Ella to another part of the family estate. The atmosphere in the room grew somber as they approached a private area of the house, where the legendary Formula 1 champion, Michael Schumacher, was still in a state of deep unconsciousness

The room was dimly lit, with a large window offering a view of the serene Swiss gardens at the backyeard. A sense of melancholy enveloped Mick as he stood at his father's bedside, Ella by his side. Michael lay in a hospital bed, him looking peaceful but forever frozen in time. Tubes and medical equipment surrounded him, a reminder of the accident that had forever changed their lives

Mick: Vater...(Father...)

Corinna's eyes welled with tears once again

Corinna: He always believed in you. He may not be able to respond, but he's always with us.

Mick: Mom, we've been thinking about names...

He smiled weakly

Mick: Michael if it's a boy, Mikaela if it's a girl...after dad.

Corinna: He would've loved to see him...or her.

Mick: Can I have some time alone with him?

Corinna nodded understandingly, her gaze filled with a mix of love and sadness

Alone with his unconscious father, Mick pulled a chair close to the bedside and holds his father's hand. He sat there in silence for a moment, the weight of his emotions palpable in the quiet room. Memories of their shared moments, of the guidance and support his father had given him throughout his life 

Mick: Dad...

His eyes started to water

Mick: I wish you could see everything that's happening. Ella and I are going to have a baby...and we're gonna name it after you. I want them to know the kind of man you were, the legacy you built, and the love you've always shown us.

He wipes a tear off his face

Mick: I miss you so much, dad...I wish you were here to share in all of this, to see the family we're becoming.

As Mick sat by his father's bedside, the familiar strains of Yusuf/Cat Stevens' "Father and Son" filled the room. The gentle acoustic guitar and heartfelt vocals enveloped the moment, highlighting the depth of emotion between Mick and his unconscious father.

The lyrics echoed the unspoken sentiments in the room, each word a testament to the difficulties of the father-son relationship, the shared hopes and dreams, and the inevitability of change and growth. As the song played softly in the background, Mick found solace in the timeless message of understanding and empathy, feeling a deep connection to the feelings expressed in the music.

In that vulnerable moment, Mick allowed himself to grieve for the father he missed, and at the same time, to acknowledge the joy of becoming a father himself

Mick: Keep fighting, dad.

Meanwhile, in Monaco

Y/N and Hailee are having a little picnic in the Monegasque countryside, sitting down on the grass, eating and drinking and laughing

Y/N: You think Mick's gonna bring Ella?

Hailee: Oh, he is bringing her. Last time we talked, she told me they were in Switzerland. Mick was taking her to meet the family.

Y/N: I'm happy about them. Mick's life has been hard ever since Michael suffered that accident.

Hailee: Maybe this baby is a sign for them. Better days will come.

Y/N: Don't you think this puts a lot of pressure on us both?

Hailee: What are you talking about?

Y/N: Y'know, Mick and Ella about to start a family...Tom and-

Hailee: Tom and Daya? What about them?

Y/N's eyes widen after his mistake

Y/N: Tom? I meant Thomas...Aquinas, you know? Great philosopher.

Hailee wasn't buying that

Hailee: Cut the bullshit...is Zendaya pregnant?

Y/N: No!

Hailee: Then what is it?

Y/N: Think about it...

Hailee's eyes widen as to what Y/N was really talking about

Hailee: Holy shit...they're gonna tie the knot?

Y/N nods

Hailee: How come she didn't tell me about this?

Y/N: She doesn't know about it. I figured it out...sort of. 

Hailee: How?

Y/N: Before Miami, Tom was at my place. I wasn't finding my phone. And when I finally did, I see that it's below his jacket. I picked it up, but a ring fell out of it. I put two and two together and...it can happen anytime now.

Hailee: And what did you mean about "pressure"?

Y/N sighs

Y/N: I see them starting a new chapter on their lives and I wonder...what could it be for us...if we could make it work.

Hailee: Y/N...I-

Y/N interrupts her

Y/N: I know it's early to call, but...if there's anything I learned, is that...if we wait, there might not be any more time left...for both of us.

Hailee: Are you saying what I think you're saying?

Y/N: In time. I just want you to know that...I'm willing to give my all to make this work...for us. I can buy a house in LA...the world is my office, anyway. I just don't want distance to be such a big deal.

Hailee just smiles at him

Hailee: I...was gonna say I want that too.

Y/N: Wha- really?

Hailee: Like you said...we take our time. No rush. We got each other and-

Y/N: And that's a lot for love...we'll give it a shot!

Hailee looks baffled to her boyfriend as he sings his heart out the lyrics to Livin' On A Prayer

Hailee: You just ruined our moment.

Y/N: I just made it better. Bon Jovi makes everything better.

Hailee scoffs

Hailee: You're such an idiot.

Y/N: I'm YOUR idiot.

Hailee: And don't you forget it.

In the sweet surrender of their banter, Y/N leaned in, and their lips met in a tender kiss, sealing the moment with a promise of love, laughter, and the beautiful journey they would continue to share together

Hailee: And for the record, I think you're great with kids.

She winks before getting picked up by Y/N

Sunday, Race Day

"It's Perez, in the principality! He wins the Monaco Grand Prix"

To the victor belong the spoils, to the losers...a neckbrace. 

Mick had a serious crash during the race. His car was split in half and he had a DNF(Did Not Finish), having to wear a neckbrace because of the impact

Right now, he's in the Haas team garage with Ella

Ella: You gave us a pretty big scare back there.

Mick: I'm sorry about that. Wait...us?

Ella: You know...me and Michael. Or Mikaela.

Mick chuckles

Mick: Oh...right. 

Ella: Just...try not to do this again, okay?

Y/N: Yeah...listen to her, Mick. She knows what's best

Y/N arrives at the garage with Hailee to check on his friend

Y/N: So you guys...does anybody else knows about it?

Ella: Only our families.

Hailee: Are you guys...planning on revealing it? I mean, that bump isn't gonna get smaller and it's only gonna get more noticeable from now on.

Ella: At the right time, we will.

She holds Mick's hand when she notices Tom and Zendaya coming in the garage as well

Tom: That was one scary crash. You alright, Mick?

Mick: I'm fine, thanks for asking.

After the exciting Monaco Grand Prix and the festivities that followed in the glamorous principality, Y/N and Hailee found themselves unable to sleep. The adrenaline from the race and the electric atmosphere of last night's lovemaking sessions coursed through their veins, leaving them wide awake

Y/N: I think I see the sunrise.

Hailee chuckles

Hailee: Yeah, me too.

Y/N: That was something else...how many rounds was that?

Hailee: I lost count. But I'm down for another one.

Y/N: Oh you naughty-

She cuts him off by climbing on top of Y/N and making him admire her naked body

Hailee: Like what you see?

Y/N: Hell. Yeah.

But just as they were about to spice things up and head to another round of lovemaking, Y/N's phone rings

Y/N: Hold on, it's my mom.

It was nearly 1 A.M in New York, Y/N knew that there was something serious going on for her to call him at this hour

Y/N: Mom?

Donna seemed shocked from the other side

Donna: Y/N...I have terrible news for you...it's...it's Darcy.