[Youth looks ok, and the answer seems to be fully honest, so Bell is relived. He'll ask Youth more later, when the kid isn't around to hear.]

Do tell. I'm sure that's a good story. ...Though maybe you should have a seat first. [Youth was still fairly gooey. Maybe he should lay down a towel first.]

[Bell hadn't realized his staring was so obvious. He looks away awkwardly.] Hi. I should hope you're you.