Gabriel winced slightly at Uriel's clear love for Lucifer and at the darkening of the other's aura. He remembered only too well how easy it was to love Lucifer, how bright the Lightbringer had been, how he had been able to soothe all Gabriel's frustrations.

But their Father's love was greater, even if Gabriel did not understand why He was apparently ignoring Uriel. He stepped closer, reaching out slightly before dropping his hand, unsure if his touch would be welcomed. "But I want you too, Uriel. You're my brother. Was there nothing I could have done?"

Had it truly been so bad for Uriel that what Belial had offered seemed preferable?