So You've Fallen for a Madrigal? (Camilo Madrigal x female reader)

23. How Did You Know?

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Day 3 with Camilo
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When you wake up, it's 8 o'clock. Should you get up?

Yeah. You'll need a head start considering that your mom probably has questions. You get up and get dressed, putting on casual clothes since it's Monday.

When you get to the kitchen, your mom is already awake, about to prepare breakfast.
"Good morning," she says

"Morning," you reply. Unsure of what to do, you decide to help your mom cook breakfast. After a few moments of silence, she strikes up a conversation.

"You know, I haven't seen you a lot in the past two days."
"Yeah..."
"So, what's up with that Chameleon guy?"

You snicker.

"His name's Camilo, and he's my friend. I met him at the party on Saturday and plan to hang out with him for the week."
"Ah, sounds fun."
"Mhm."

"Although, have you considered the fact that he's a Madrigal?..."
"Huh?"
"...He's a Madrigal, so he's going to have lots of responsibilities around town."
"Oh- Oh yeah, I should probably help him with those"
"Maybe..."

"Hey, what do you truly think about that Madrigal kid?"
"Well, he's pretty cool."
"No, no... I mean- as more than a friend"

You blush lightly at the question.

"W-well, uhm-" you stammer, "I've never really thought about it."
"Hm... Is that so?..."

You nod as calmly as possible.

           "...Well I beg to differ."

"W- What do you mean?" you look at her, shocked. She stares at you for a moment, and then responds.

"Well, let's see here... You think he's cute, funny, and good emotional support..."
Your eyes widen and your blushing intensifies.
"Shall I continue?" she smiles.
You quickly shake your head 'no' unable to knock the shocked expression off your face.

"How did you-" you begin.
"That is a story for another day."
"But-"
"Ah ah, no 'buts'."
You can't help but be upset.

In no time, the food is ready. You would have stayed to eat with your mom, but you don't want to right now. You have a nibble, and then begin to walk out the door. Before you can, though your mom stops you.

"Hey... if you love this boy, go get him."
"But I don't-"
"You know you do."

Without turning around, you run out the door, upset. You aren't upset because she assumed those things. You're upset because she's right.

As you continue walking down the street, you see Camilo standing at the corner, leaning up against a pole.

"Hey, Camilo!" you yell.
Shocked, he looks at you, loses his balance, and falls backwards. You run to him.
"Hi," he says as you approach.
"Hey, are you ok?"
"Yeah, I'm fine," he says getting up.

"So, uhm- what should we do today?" you ask.
"I have no idea, but I'm sure we'll find something."