You will not be forgiven for being late. In my culture, that is a sign of intense disrespect. I will call upon the elder gods to exterminate you if you do not formally apologize within the next week.

I sincerely apologize to you, sir, for being late to welcome you into our gentle and loving community. I shall plead for forgiveness and hope the elder gods will revoke my execution.

Apology accepted. I will no longer have your eyes gouged out with blistering hot dragon teeth. Be happy.

I am quite content now. Thank you, sir. *Bows*