From Deep End to Surface and Everything In Between (Sebastian Vettel FanFic)

That Can't Eat, Can't Sleep Kind of Love

'Today.'

'TODAY?!'

Emily moved restlessly on her seat, looking out of place. 'He's flying from Abu Dhabi...' Scar groaned. She had forgotten the season had ended the previous day. Scar smirked. 'En-route before going home?'

'Something like that.' Emily murmured and excused herself quickly, leaving Scar sitting on the terrace to enjoy her morning coffee.

Amid, Scar plotted ways to avoid the Aussie whilst he was around for god knows for how long. He was Seb's friend at the paddock, and she wasn't keen on sharing the drama with anyone else. She was in her thoughts, wrapped deeply in her subconscious to fail to see a shadow appear above her.

'Hello, ice queen.'

'Christ!' She jumped and was met by a megawatt smile of the Aussie. 'Hi Dan.' She shot a half-hearted smile towards his direction, a smile that didn't reach her eyes. She got up to wrap her arms around him. 'Good to see you. Emily is indoors. Did you -'

'Oh, she let me in.' Stars sparkled in his hazel eyes when Emily's name arose. He was a goner. Dan's look softened when he scanned at her. 'Are you okay?' She smiled softly. 'We're not that close, love. Never better.' She grabbed her coffee mug before making her way to the kitchen and placed the cup in the sink.

When she turned around to announce her retreat, she witnessed her friend looking at the Aussie shily in his arms. The sight made her heart bloom but also gave her heartache. She had been equally happy until Brazil. Despite her personal demons, she was glad to see her friend happy. She had had quite turmoil during her pregnancy and custody battle over Cara. 'I'm going for a walk with Alex. I'll see you later, lovebirds, Ciao!'

'Scar!' Emily's laughing voice filled the air, forcing Scar to turn on her feet to face the pair. 'I think you guys need quality time.'

'SCAR!' Scar howled with laughter before waving her hand. 'Laters, babe.'

**

It was the fifth day of Dan's visit. The first days had been a full-on honeymoon phase for Emily and Daniel. Scar had stayed out of their way by spending a lot of time outdoors or locked in her room. She had heard enough giggles, moaning and muffles voice to know what the pair had been up to. The bliss was slowly breaking when the holidays were looking around the corner.

Since Christmas was hovering around the corner, and the undeniable debate whether to head back to London had begun. On this occasion, the discussion was in-between Emily and Dan, much to Scar's joy who had engaged into heated battle where to spend the holidays.

'Darlings.' Scar sighed, getting up from the dining table after another argument had broken out. 'You guys suck. Either shag it out or scream at each other constructively. Your constant triggering is tiresome. FYI, I'm heading to Switzerland the day after tomorrow.' Emily gawked at her. 'Scar, you can't spend Christmas-'

'Love, I have already booked my flights. Snow on Christmas is exactly what I need at the moment.' Scar shot a dark look towards Emily to signal she couldn't use her as an excuse. Scar exited the common areas when she heard the increase of volume happening again to sneak in to see Alex napping in his crib.

Her index finger traced the round, rosy cheeks gently when he made adorable sounds and his mouth moved as he was eating something. She chuckled quietly at sight and hoped she wouldn't disturb him. Her hopes didn't last for long when the sweet sounds swapped to sounds of discomfort. 'Alright, buddy. I think it's time for a diaper change.' Scar commented lightly when she picked the baby to her arms.

A diaper change later, she had a happy baby in her arms whom she played with. The chuckles filled the room when the peek-a pooh happened the third time. She sat down into a rocking chair, so she was able to keep Alex standing on her lap and rocked slowly back and forth, earning a toothless smile in return. 'Aren't you such a happy boy?' Scar cooed to Alex, who chuckled happily, flapping hands together.