[ He can certainly try. The spoon is an attempt at unspoken deescalation, and it is also a warning shot. ]

I'd rather not assume. What did he do, exactly?

[ Abel will have some of the scuffs and bruises and any soreness healed. He'll also get a soft message in his mind- ]

I don't think brute force is the answer here. For everyone's sake, I hope you understand.

[ Out loud- ]

I'm willing to listen. I don't want anyone hurt. That includes the people who live here.