He holds Charlie up to you, grinning. "This is Charlie!" It's a stark contrast to how you normally see him, grouchy and sitting alone with a drink. He's finally getting better, and this is a sign. Besides, he's actually tolerating your presence! That was a start!

He puts the chicken down and watches it with excitement, then glances back to you and clears his throat. "You probably have a bunch of chickens on your farm, yeah?"