MDavis

I’m not sure why the need of a literal definition for “sacrifice” is part of this discussion. You can’t claim a relationship is necessary, then list all the other options at the wall that will come logically before Shireen. There are any number of reasons Mel could have for burning the girl, and the fact that Jon’s resurrection is low on the list does not rule out that his resurrection could very well be high on the list of possible effects. I think desperation is the key here. And there could be any number of desperation moments coming soon. Now, that said, I believe you are correct in assuming Mel does not burn Shireen without Stannis stamp of approval, and that Jon’s rebirth will be unrelated. But I refuse to be so callous and dismissive of the idea.