Alex watched him stare at the bats, listening to his story and trying to picture it. It's good to see him happy. He's the farthest possible person from that tense, panicking guy who forced his way onto her bench, and even though she doesn't really care about the bats, his wonder at them is infectious. It's all she can do not to kiss him right then and there.

After a few moments, she catches herself staring at him rather than the bats, and turns her attention to the animals. It is impressive that they can hold onto a tree branch and their food at the same time, she'll give them that.

"They're really cool." She may not completely see the appeal of bats, but it's important to him, so she means it sincerely.