"You are entirely correct and you do not deserve to be embroiled in the politics anymore." he laid a hand on Elros's shoulder, silently encouraging him to breathe and calm himself.

Beleth isn't alone in her reaction. He has met others who are equally emotional about the kindest of advice. Maedhros has decided to take none of it personally and simply do as he sees best.

"They are not immortal." he does not know their exact lifespan, but they are much more like Men than the Elves of Arda, "What you see are the politics of Elves mixed with the politics of Men, I fear. The worst of both worlds."