Lady Elwing,
We will not act in haste. We have considered our course of action for many years now. Repeating what occurred in Doriath is the last thing we wish for.
If you are truly concerned for your people and your children, than we beg you to surrender our father's Silmaril. At the very least do not remain there yourself, to use diplomats, sailors, and children as your shield. This will simply drench all of us, especially yourself, in their innocent blood. Be a better leader than your father.
There is no other recourse for us to take. Do not force our hand. You know the consequences.
Lord Maedhros, Lord Maglor, Lord Amras, Lord Amrod