"Just... don't disappear on me again. Or I'll probably do something stupid and regrettable to get your attention. Like talk to Guy."

A smile ticked his mouth but it didn't quite reach his eyes. Gabriel didn't think he'd go that far - more likely just the opposite. He'd get silent and spiteful.

"I like you, Anthony."

He's said it before, and he still means it. Gabriel gives the man another kiss before he pulls away to get out of bed. In an attempt to feel slightly less vulnerable, he put on a pair of pajama bottoms and a t-shirt.