Alex arched a brow at the Iggy Stardust comment. He wasn't sure he saw it in himself, but his expression dropped to an easy smile. Maria's casual, playful banter was exactly what he needed right now.
He waved her off and looked down at the book, flipping through the pages wondering if he had the guts to perform a solo. It might do a lot for his nerves about the show with Alex, so he should definitely consider it. Problem was nothing was jumping out at him.
Or maybe he was resisting. He kind of felt like he was resisting, even though he was trying not to. He glanced up, looking for Maria, and giving a little wave of his hand when he caught her eye.