# Technical Overview

Consider two blockchains, A and B, with assets *a* and *b* respectively. A user intends to swap *x* amount of asset *a* for *y* amount of asset *b*. The process involves:

* **Locking**: *x* assets are locked in a smart contract on Chain A.
* **Minting/Burning**: The locked assets are converted into Pairs tokens, which are then burned in exchange for stablecoins. These stablecoins are bridged to Chain B.
* **Conversion and Unlocking**: On Chain B, the stablecoins are used to purchase *y* assets of type *b*, which are then credited to the user's wallet. This ensures the conservation of value across the swap.
* **Conservation of Value**: The process guarantees that the value locked on Chain A is equivalent to the value unlocked on Chain B, adhering to the formula *`V(a,x)=V(b,y)`*, where *V* represents the value of the assets, ensuring the swap is equitable.

This mechanism facilitates seamless cross-chain swaps by leveraging Pairs tokens as an intermediary, optimizing for both security and efficiency in the transfer of value between different blockchain ecosystems.