This question made Ron stop in his tracks.
He turned to look at Eve, with a thoughtful expression in his eyes.
The girl bit her lower lip:
"Mother... her protection of me borders on paranoia, any attempt that might bring risk she sternly refuses."
A certain fervent light burned in Eve's eyes:
"But if this really is my chance to break free from the curse... I'm willing to take any risk."
This near self-destructive determination made Ron feel worried.
"We shouldn't attempt something so significant behind your mother's back."
He shook his head firmly:
"Moreover, Great Wizard Cassandra understands your physical condition the best, her opinion is crucial to the success rate."
Eve was silent for a long time, clearly undergoing an intense internal struggle.
Eventually, she seemed to reach some compromise:
"Then... I can contact Mother and discuss this possibility with her. But Master..."
Her gaze turned pleading:
