Alcohol is very much his vice, and were the supply as extensive as he'd like, even Gabriel might start to worry about the quantity he can burn through on any given day. Part of the problem is his vessel was hooked even before he possessed him, but mostly it's just Balthazar seeking distraction. Ellen may be enabling him a bit, but no single still is going to produce enough to keep him more than slightly buzzed, on a temporary basis.

He smiles wryly, nodding in understanding. "That's why I've been hesitant. An entanglement here would be hard to get away from. I'm not looking to break hearts. Too bad; there are a lot of people around I'd be delighted to sleep with."

There's a beat of silence, then he adds, "I guess I should have taken you up on it then." Because that wouldn't be a risky entanglement at all.