The novice that answers the wave hesitates when he hears the name that Gabriel requests. He recovers quickly, though, and vanishes obediently to fetch the Prior. It's still a few minutes before Aziraphael shuffles into view, wearing a strange expression on his face. Those that know him might describe it as wild hope. Those that didn't might say it was mania. Regardless, it's vanished by the time he takes a seat in front of the screen and dismisses the novice with vague thanks.

"Gabriel," he says, voice a little creaky. "It's good to see you."