" You took your time getting here, Ambassador,” he said.
“Don’t blame me. You Elynes should have built your city closer to the library.”
“Now there’s a good idea. I’ll suggest it to the King next time I attend court.”
“You never attend court.”
“That’s right.” Tayend smiled. "

― Trudi Canavan , The High Lord (Black Magician Trilogy, #3)