The reaction was all the opening he needed and Lucifer rocked back on his heels. "Gabriel didn't tell you. That's to be expected. My little brother always wanted to protect people, despite his status as an Omega."

"I'm sure he has, Sam. But shocking as it may seem, he's not the only reason I'm here. Given half the chance, Michael will kill Gabriel. Negotiate all you like but you and I both know that it won't resolve the problem and it won't protect my niece or nephew from him."