"Oh...", Gabriel said as the explanation made the situation seem a good deal less dire. "Yes, that... makes a great deal more sense." He smiled awkwardly. "My apologies; I was under the impression that the choice was immanent back in your world, not that it would occur when you grew up."

He cleared his throat equally awkwardly, attempting to change the subject a bit. "In any case, I likely should put that suit back on the rack now. Then, I believe, we'll have time for that short dance lesson, if you're still interested in giving it."