Oh, they gave us that talk too. It works if you're Dwarves.

Okay. Comfortable leaning.

I bet an Elf society that really wanted to could eventually make it work, but we don't dislike our current system enough to throw it out and start from scratch like that.

She nods. You seem to be doing pretty well as is, yeah. Awfully busy, but it might not fix as much of that as they think.

I think we're just busy because there's a lot that needs to happen.

Nod. So it sounds like it won't be a big deal if they want to talk to Maitimo about that, then, it'll be obvious enough that it wouldn't help.

Were you worried?

Not exactly? But it seemed like a good idea to check, especially since I didn't really understand what they were talking about.

Makes sense. I think Nelyo's resilient to people suggesting alternative models of governance.

Good. Hug.

I appreciate you looking out for him.

Nod, snuggle. I could hardly not, you know?

I do.

Nod.

She hangs out for a little while longer and then heads off to do some more magic for the Dwarves.

The Dwarves are appreciative.

And she leaves a bit of time at the end for more chatting. Are they up to anything interesting today?

They tell her all about various engineering projects.

She listens curiously, and when there's a lull she mentions that the head of the other group of Quendi is interested in visiting soon.

Any Quendi who want to come visit can.

Mmhmm. It might be a good idea for people to know what's going on, though, since he was held captive by the Enemy and looks it.

Quendi look weird anyway, honestly. No beards, too tall.

Heh. All right, if it's not going to bug anybody.

Weird-looking people don't harm anyone.

Well, she wouldn't go so far as 'harm', but being startled isn't fun.

They won't be startled, though it's thoughtful of her.