How well do they know each other? Is it possible Rafael (the contributor) wasn't as upset by this as an outside observer? Linus is obviously being harsh, his w

How well do they know each other? Is it possible Rafael (the contributor) wasn't as upset by this as an outside observer? Linus is obviously being harsh, his words are also preserved publicly as a part of the contribution. He's arguing against the logical fallacy. Had he not swore: would we discuss this?