[There's truth in what Mami is saying, which makes it all the more difficult to accept. Utena's head dips. She can scarcely see through her tears, but she still refuses to let them fall.]

But you shouldn't have to sacrifice yourself for that. I don't want you to die. [Her voice cracks, but she presses on.] You deserve to live your own life too. I don't want to leave if it means you have to die, so please...please change it back.