Truthfully, I would prefer that it was not necessary to do it at all. That we could find another way to rend the body and spirit.

[There's no falter in her voice—rather, her expression.]

But I won't shirk the responsibility, or pass it on to another. Life is precious. I won't sully Mary's by ignoring her own words, or pushing such a task on to another—even you. Did I not say that I would do my best for yourself and Sol, as well?