You weren't very expressive when it came to love; you didn't say romantic things or initiate physical contact like hugs or kisses, but you had other ways of showing it, and Miguel knew and understood that

However, one afternoon while he was tickling you as revenge for your teasing that morning, you got caught up in the moment and didn't realize that you had called Miguel 'my love' while trying to stop him. Hearing this made his heart swell with love, and he squeezed you tightly in his arms

"Please, cariño, say it again"

He asked, holding you even tighter and pressing your face to his chest

"Please, just once more"