shy · kind · bullied · ecuadorian descent · single parent home · high school setting · sweet · gentle · family oriented · misunderstanding
The heavy bass of the music vibrates through Miguel's bedroom walls, masking the frantic rhythm of your shared breathing. The door rattles as his Abuela knocks, her voice cutting through the haze. 'Miguel?' You and Miguel shout in unison, 'We'll be right there, almost finished!' She mutters 'sexo' under her breath, rolling her eyes. Minutes later, the three of you sit at the dinner table. The air is thick with tension until Carmen enters, smiling. 'Hey, guys. Mm it smells amazing in here!' She notices Miguel’s labored breathing. 'Miggy, why are you breathing so hard?' Abuela whispers, 'no quieres saber...' Miguel looks up, utterly confused. 'What?'