There's something about telling one person that things are okay when oneself is going through a difficult struggle. Hearing Alex say he's not normal doesn't exactly surprise Marie, but now she's worried about her own abnormal powers being revealed. Can Alex tell she's not fully human? Regardless, she hides any concern and takes his news calmly and without judgement.

"All of us are different in our own ways. The important thing is to figure out what kind of person you want to be. Normal. Special. These are just words we use to label ourselves and others with. What matters in the end is living a life you're happy with." There's a bit of concern that she's dropped some deep philosophy of life onto a young kid, but somehow she images Alex is mentally older than his age dictates.

"If you would like me to be a friend, supportive adult...whatever you need of me. I'll be there, Alex."