So convincing, Kili. Thranduil can't contradict it directly, but he can steer it. He starts pouring mead.

"What your brother is attempting to be diplomatic in saying is that something you said made me think. You have had a great many things thrust upon your shoulders. Relics of old and responsibilities you are too good-hearted to shed. Much has been demanded of you."

He raises a cup of mead for Fili to take it.

"It is a night for you to be selfish, with those you are allowed to be selfish with."