Unfortunately Elijah knew his brother and niece both well enough to know that a lack of bows didn't mean he was entirely hairbow-free for the duration of the tea party.
"Just as I am expanding your comfort zone," he answered, with the hint of a smile playing around his lips.
Hoisting Mare up, Elijah carried her inside. "So. A tea party." He was actually quite comfortable with the etiquette of it all.