"Quite like that, though we'd wear more clothing," Gabriel smiled. "I've been female before, but never for long."

He reached out tentatively, touching Loki's shoulder. "I know. I've read about you. Few books bother giving your point of view, though. I'm truly sorry."

The raw emotion in Loki's voice had shaken him, though outwardly he remained calm. "In that case, you've come to the right place. The clash of two or more angry gods would definitely endanger Tadfield, and Adam won't let that happen. You could rest here and recover your strength. It's neutral ground, in a way."