[ In a couple weeks, Hannibal Lecter would be around. But Gabriel needed that professional's help like he needed a hole in the head. ]

Ah. Okay, right. So I should try not to fixate on it, then? I mean, like I said, I can't do anything about it, so- But what if it means I can't change? That everything I'm trying is useless because it's just in my genes?

[ Gabriel, that is the opposite of not fixating. He seems to realize this, at least. He sighs, a little shaky sounding, and runs a hand through his hair. ]

Don't- you don't need to answer that. What can I do to distract myself? That's the better question.