I got this ball python under the impression that it was definitely a Pastel, but I've never seen any that have a pattern so similar to a Normal's.

I was talking to a breeder I know and he said that it doesn't look like a Pastel at all to him, but he advised me to post here and get some other opinions.

I planned to eventually breed her and hopefully produce some fireflies, maybe super pastels or bumblebees (any advice on which would be best?), but now I'm not even sure if she'd be capable of it.
Is there any way to know for sure?

Older photos:


With my Normal (het pied) Male for comparison:


Before shed:


After shed (taken last night):


Any input would be greatly appreciated, thanks so much!