While Malcolm's mind isn't necessarily on romance yet, he's glad to be seeing Maria today. He likes her quite a bit and it seems like they've got some things in common. She's fun to flirt with too.
He arrives outside the hotel just in time to hear Maria's groan. "What?" he asks jokingly. "Am I underdressed?" Malcolm has on a light sweater and some jeans, surely a good outfit for going out to find gumdrop trees.
"I left the Twizzler bush in my room. I'll get it for you when we get back."