Well. That was it then. What Gabriel felt was one-way. He really shouldn't have expected any other reaction. But that doesn't stop a quietly broken sound from slipping free at his apology.

"'s okay Sam. You don't have to say anything."

Damning his brother in his heart, Gabriel wrapped Sam close, bringing them to the nearest unoccupied room. "He's not watching this. If this is really what you want." One last chance to back out. Because Gabriel isn't sure he'll be able to stop touching once Sam lets him.

"I'm sorry Sam. For everything." But Father help him he couldn't be sorry for loving him the way he did.