You may be able to convince the other councilors if you use an appeal to fairness. House Redoran does not approve of all that House Telvanni does, but we are proud of our record of just and fair dealings with the other Great Houses. The other councilors may be easier to persuade if you take this approach.

Yes, I have agreed to help overturn the Mages Guild monopoly.

No, this law is undeniably fair. Your Telvanni lies do not sway me.

In the course of events it is sometimes necessary to put aside the childish notions of allies and enemies and focus instead on a debate in which propositions are considered based only upon their merits. This, indeed, is one of those times, and you have defended your position well, answering all of my concerns. I, therefore, shall support the revocation of the Mages Guild monopoly lest history look upon my actions with a baleful eye and claim that I allowed expediency to overwhelm principle.

While you speak of fairness when it suits you, there are many issues on which the Telvanni support proposals that are unfair either in part or in whole. You must therefore understand that my concerns go far deeper than the unfairness of the law which is clear at first glance upon the surface, but whose reflection cannot be seen from the depths. The basic issue, of course, is one of trust. Yes, trust, the elusive goal towards which all petitioners to a Councilor must strive to attain.

You have shown that you understand us, %PCName, and I will support this resolution.

You appeal to fairness, but it is clear that you do not truly understand House Redoran. If you can convince me of your sincerity, I will consider your proposal.

Your words have convinced me. Though it is rare that I agree with a Telvanni proposal, I will agree to this.

Your words are unconvincing. Yes, you say this law is unfair, but how can I trust a Telvanni? If you show me that you yourself are honorable and fair I will listen to your words again.

Yes, I understand and agree. This law is unfair and must be changed. You have my support.

Excuse my interruption, but from what I've heard, you are no friend of House Redoran. If I do not trust you, I will not listen to your words.