[ Of course, these particular details are sounding more plausible, considering Stephen's defensiveness and surprise at Gabriel's angle of approach here. Gabriel narrows his eyes, but doesn't let any of his thoughts leak into his voice, which stays easy-going. ]

He sure is. Sorry you got on the wrong end of him, but- well, seems like he gets on the wrong end of everyone eventually. I keep wondering when it's going to be my turn.