Homesick | Charles Leclerc

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Ryan, Blake's husband, leaned in with a grin. "You know, from what I've seen during the shoots, it's shaping up to be Jon Favreau's best movie yet. Wouldn't surprise me if we see this film on the awards circuit."

Alexandra's expression was a mix of excitement and wistfulness. "I know," she replied, her voice tinged with a hint of sadness. 

The others noticed her change in demeanor, and Florence, always perceptive, gently inquired, "Alexandra, is something bothering you?"

Alexandra took a moment before responding, her gaze distant. "It's just... while I'm incredibly excited about my career in Formula 1 and the future it holds, I can't help but feel a pang of sadness knowing that I'll miss working on movies with all of you."

The cast nodded in understanding, their expressions filled with empathy. Blake reached out and squeezed Alexandra's hand. "We'll always be here for you, no matter where life takes us. And who knows, maybe one day we'll collaborate on another project."

Blake couldn't resist injecting a bit of playful teasing into the conversation. She leaned back in her chair and grinned at Alexandra. "You know, in a few years' time, we might all be making a movie about your life, Alexandra. The story of how you became the first woman to win a World Driver's Championship."

Alexandra burst into laughter at Blake's playful prophecy. "Oh come on, Blake, that's quite the prediction. I appreciate the vote of confidence, but winning a WDC in this competitive field? It's a whole different ballgame."

Zendaya chimed in, a mischievous glint in her eye. "You know, Lex, you do have a knack for getting what you want in life. Who's to say you won't achieve that goal too?"

Alexandra chuckled, shaking her head. "Well, I'll take that as a compliment. But honestly, it's going to be a tough journey. There are so many incredible drivers on the grid, and the competition is fierce."

The group fell into a comfortable rhythm of conversation, exchanging light-hearted banter and sharing stories from their time on set. However, Lexi, who had been quite engaged in the conversation earlier, seemed to have gone quiet. Her gaze was distant as if lost in thought.

Florence, ever attuned to the emotions of those around her, noticed Lexi's change in demeanor. She gently nudged Lexi and asked, "Hey, Lexi, is everything okay?"

Lexi blinked and looked up as if coming back to the present. She offered a small smile. "Oh, yeah, everything's fine. Just got lost in my thoughts for a moment."

The group continued their small talk, but there was a subtle shift in the atmosphere. Unspoken thoughts and feelings seemed to linger beneath the surface, hinting at deeper contemplations. As the evening wore on and the city lights began to twinkle below, the cast of "Champion" remained connected by the unbreakable bonds they had formed, each on their own path in the world of entertainment and sports.

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Three days had passed since the plans were set in motion, and the cast of "Champion" had gathered on set in Monaco, ready to film some pivotal scenes for the movie. The location was an elegant manor nestled in the mountains of Monaco, its grandeur adding a touch of sophistication to the proceedings. Black tie dress code was the order of the day, and the cast and a few of the Formula 1 drivers mingled as they waited for the shoot to begin.

Tom and the rest of the male cast members stood together, trading anecdotes and laughter with the F1 drivers who had joined them for the scene. The air was charged with excitement and camaraderie as they shared stories from the world of racing and Hollywood. However, there were a couple of noticeable absences in the group.