The encounter with Mrs. Hawthorne and her team unfolded seamlessly. Luca, along with Sara and Mallow, arrived at an imposing, manor-like building nestled in the tranquil countryside of Birmingham. There, discussions with the vibrant, aged lady and her representatives took place. Mrs. Hawthorne outlined her ambitions with precision. She intended to introduce the Hawthorne name into Formula racing, beginning with the F2 series and expanding swiftly. The plan was to make calculated inroads that would bolster and spread her brand's influence gradually yet radically. And if Luca ascended to F1, it would only amplify her chances of success.