"Of course, it is the duty of all dragon-blooded to have children, whether high-born or low.  Our future depends on it.  It just seems wasteful to deny that sacred duty and personal joy of creating life.  I have to admit also, I myself find sex to be thoroughly enjoyable, and that somewhat colored my decision not to become a monk.  But I also speak for those who might not be swayed by such physcal considerations.  The creation of life should not be a sin, and should not be taboo to the monkhood.  I think the only reason that rule exists is tradition.  And believe me, I above most revere tradition, but there are times when tradition must bow to logic."<br/><br/>Ibix cringes at the crude manner she offered her argument, but it was enough to make the point clear.  She never was good at finding just the perfect words, or remembering precise passages, but she has a sort of solid, honest character that tends to sway people's views in spite of her rough vocabulary, and her immovable stance on the subjects she cares about lends weight to her words.  she is the stone that weathers the worst storms and sinks the mightiest ships.