“Progress..?” Pt 2

Pairings: Camilo Madrigal x they/them reader except for the use of hermosa/ señora etc

genre: fluff

no warnings except quesadillas so sorry if you’re lactose intolerant /j

Masterlistpt1

small a/n, updates are irregular (fixed the missing parts! sorry about that

As you promised, you went to La Casita for lunch the next day. You were about to knock but the doors opened themselves for you and you smiled, saying a quiet thank you as the house urged you in.

When you walked in, Dolores quickly pulled you aside.

“so….” she wiggled her eyebrows, giggling a little

“Did you have fun with mi hermano ayer en la fiesta? (With my brother yesterday at the party)”

You snorted, of course she was gonna ask that. “He’s fun company, dramatic too.” you rolled your eyes light-heartedly.

“We saw you on the tree branch with him” Isabela piped in suddenly, appearing out of nowhere, making you flinch a little.

Mirabel being the kind girl she is, came over with a glass of juice and handed you it. “I’ve never seen you talk so much at a party. Usually you’re at the sidelines, holding a drink and staring at dolores” she teased.

You took a sip of juice, looking away. “it’s nothing, jeez guys we just met, i’d admit he’s cute.. with his fluffy hair and freckles but that’s all!”

“uhuh…” Dolores nodded, unconvinced.

“alright hermosa, i won’t keep you here too long as I need to go prepare for our lunch with tía Julieta” She continued, making you choke on your drink as she stresses on the word hermosa.

“Sometimes I forget you hear everything.” You muttered, leaving the empty glass behind and wiped your mouth.

“I’ll go set the table, I think mi primo is in his room if you want to find him” Isabela chimed in, adding a wink. You groaned, looking exasperated at Mirabel while she only chuckled,

“Don’t look so done Y/n, you’ll get used to it soon enough”

‘I sure hope not…’ You thought as you heard Abuela calling everyone around for lunch. You sat next to Dolores, between her and Mirabel while Isabela and Camilo sat opposite of you all.

“Today we have a guest, Y/n who is joining us for lunch. It’s a delight to have you here with us today and I hope you enjoy the meal and company. With no further ado” Abuela raised her glass and cleared her throat. “¡Buen provecho!”

“¡Buen provecho!” rung out across the table as everyone raised their glasses. While the adults were discussing matters about the town, your side of the table was unusually quiet as you dug in.

You were having quesadillas and chicken soup, Camilo was right when he said Tia Julieta’s food was the best. You nudged Mirabel and whispered “Your mom’s an amazing cook”, she chuckled, nodding in agreement. “I know right”

Meanwhile, Camilo was trying not to stare at the way your eyes lit up, the faint dimples on your squishable cheeks when you laugh or grin at whatever Mirabel was saying.. even your voice was cute. He tried to focus on his food but it’s hard to take his eyes off of you.

He’s noticed you for months now, seeing you paint on pottery out in the yard or mixing old clay to reuse. He especially liked seeing you hum along to some songs he knows about, they became his favourite songs now and he found himself subconsciously humming them in the shower or when he’s doing chores.

“Primo!” Isabela whisper-shouted mildly annoyed. He snapped back to focus. “Si?” He frowned at his daydream being interrupted.

“You’ve been staring. hard.” She smirks.

“Have not. I’ve just been.. daydreaming. Yeah, that’s all. thinking about how good the food is” he held up his spoon, only to realise there was nothing on it and quickly put it down.

“you’re so obvious at trying to sneak glances. You’re full-on staring, not very suave now are you? Aww did mi primo get a crush now?” Isabela continued. Camilo stood up abruptly, almost making his chair fall to the ground, alerting everyone. He flushed, “i’m going to get seconds!” He exclaimed a bit too loud as he rushed to get away from the table and more specifically - isabela’s teasing.

Isabela snorted, continuing her meal. You raised an eyebrow confused but said nothing. Dolores was laughing silently next to you as she heard the whole exchange and high fived Isabela under the table.

You finished your food but wanted a bit more, “I’m going to get a few more quesadillas and check on camilo. he’s been gone for a while now”

The girls said nothing, waving you off as they engaged in small gossip.

You found Camilo back facing you next to the quesadillas as he piled food on his plate, you tapped his shoulder lightly and he turned around quickly, shapeshifting uncontrollably as he didn’t expect it was you.

“Hey uh you enjoying the food?” He cursed himself for the awkward talk but forced a confident grin.

“Yep, you were right, your Tia’s food is amazing.” You bumped his elbow, smiling reassuringly. “You’re kinda jumpy today. What’s up”

“Nothings up! Just daydreaming about food.” He cringed at his lame excuse. you weren’t gonna buy this. even he didn’t believe himself.

“okay..?” You said, unsure as you didn’t quite believe him but if he didn’t want to say it then whatever. The atmosphere was getting awkward so you jokingly shoved a piece of chicken in his mouth. “C’mon, after we’re done eating you can show me around your room”

He grinned, “Already? Not even a first date tesoro?” He said between bites of chicken.

You elbowed him lightly, “You know that’s not what I meant Camilo. And finish your food or you’ll bite your tongue”

“Damn. worth a shot I guess” He shrugs, “thought I’d get to see you flustered but guess today’s not my lucky day”

You rolled your eyes at him, ignoring his statement.

When you got back to the table, Isabela and Dolores were looking at you, a teasing look in their eyes while Mirabel shook her head at you, mouthing “I tried”.

“What took you guys so long?” Dolores started.

“Oh Dolores, you know how young love is, don’t you” Isabela laughed.

You flushed, “We were just chatting that’s all, Now hush and let me finish my meal” You kicked Isabela’s chair leg gently, looking disapprovingly at her. She shrugged it off with a sly grin.

“I’ll be at my room if you need me, gonna tend to my cactus” She left the table as the rest of the family members went on with their day while you finished the meal with Camilo. When you offered to help wash the dishes, Tía Pepa merely shooed you, telling you you’re a guest and to call her Pepa. You heard a giggle as Dolores whispered on the second floor “soon she’ll be calling her mama”.

Camilo’s ears tinged red when he heard that, he grabbed your hand, deciding to go have some peace and quiet with you in his room (and to avoid his cousins and hermana’s teasing before he blushes and embarrassed himself further)

“Now who’s the eager one?” you grinned as he tugged you to his room. He shook his head, “i’m just going along with what you said just now preciosa, would be rude to deny a guest’s request.” You laughed, “So courteous now?” He gripped your hand a bit tighter, “Haven’t i always been courteous to you?” he faked sadness in his tone, making you laugh again.

He led you to his room, opening the door and stepping aside, bowing slightly, “after you, señora” You grabbed his hand, “come on Camilo, tonto”

“whatever you want bonita” He mumbled, staring at your conjoined hands lovingly.

.

.

after spending time in his room and being amazed at how his room can also shapeshift according to his mood, you went home before dusk as it was getting late and hugged your friends goodbye.

Before leaving, Camilo invited you to come along whenever you wanted to and you laughed, “You’re never getting rid of me now Camilo”

“Why would I want to get rid of you hermosa?” which caused you to look away, flustered, making him grin, feeling victorious. “Go before your parents kill me for making you stay after dark, you’ll be back tomorrow right..?” He asked hesitantly.

“Por supuesto (of course) Camilo, Didnt know you enjoyed my company that much “ and you walked off, the sunset highlighting your frame.

‘You have no idea how much I enjoy your company do you’ he muttered to himself, a lovesick smile on his face.

That was when he knew, he was absolutely smitten with you.