"I have shouldered the burden of being the sole deciding voice in matters that concern us all.." Echoed an Adiler, mimicking the Patriarch's tone as they were handed the missive. Booming, and a pitch too low did the elf announce, nose aloft, "AND--failure to demonstrate your devotion to this House by attending will compel me to question your standing within this family.."
".. Making estranged family, more estranged--Here's an idea! You should go back to adopting random orphans."