Pas looked ready to object the moment Doxi offered herself as a substitute.  But she listened quietly as Doxi made her point.  Taking a deep breath, she paused, far too long before speaking.  But when she did she did so in a low voice, one that was a mother concerned for her daughter.  "You make an excellent point my heart.  It is true that you would be more resilient to the curse's effects.  It is also true that your life would be far less effected by the curse, be it partial or full blown, than either the Matron ir'Wyn or her daughter.  But the fact is that this curse was designed for Vera.  We don't know how it would affect you or the Matron."<br/><br/>Pas closed her eyes and shook her head, her ivory white hair, highlighted with traces of violet that matched her eyes bounced around her face.  "But, you've always been strong.  This choice is yours.  With all honesty, you would be a better choice for the Tes'kenestal than the Matron.  If this is what you wish, then with Shoni's love we will proceed."<br/><br/>Matron Sera looked at Doxi and took her hand, "If this works, I shall never be able to thank you enough.  Are you sure you want to do this?"