[She reached up and tapped at her chin before shrugging.] Yes, but you have not refused no matter what, Karkat. And besides, if we are unwilling to risk failure, some of the best prizes cannot be won. So, if I were to fail with you, that would not be a waste of my time.

I simply would not succeed. Friendship is not about winning, you know... except in the video game contests. I am told this is very competitive.