Lucifer glanced sharply at Uriel; that was far more bluntness than he had expected from the relatively guileless angel. Perhaps he should have taken more care with the selection of cupcakes.

Well, what was done was done and could not be undone. He was relatively certain he knew the effects of the cupcake Uriel had chosen and would be cautious with any conversation directed at the angel.

Once again turning his attention to Gabriel, he put forth his kindest, most conciliatory demeanor. "Is something wrong, Gabriel?"