[She considers his question carefully before answering.]

It is a rather personal question, but - I believe you may understand, to some degree, if you are a holy man. My goal is for the sake of my House, and the Tomb we protect. I have pledged my entire life, body and soul to my House and in service of the Tomb.

As a Black Vestral and the Reverend Daughter of the Ninth, I am duty bound to do whatever I must to honor my pledge.

[She closes her eyes, as though reciting a prayer.]