[ blaze takes on a rather serious demeanour at the mention of risk to their worlds. she supposes it's inherent to their current arrangement, but the possibility of increasing that risk with intention only causes her to feel her determination redouble. she shakes her head. ]

I am responsible for my people, and I will protect the world that they live on no matter the cost. Perhaps others may not share this sentiment, but I cannot bring myself to consider that possibility.

[ not to mention... ]

Especially when there is another world too, that hangs in the balance if mine were to be destroyed.

[ and she's grown to love and cherish the people of sonic's world every bit as much as her own people. though it's no different for shadow and amy, whether they're aware of such or not, the weight of two worlds hangs heavy on her shoulders as she stares down into her cup. ]