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Tohsaka Kyoko
Miyama District, Tohsaka Residence


"Oh, do not worry, Lancer. The reason I pursue an alliance with the other two founding families has little to do with bolstering our offensive power."

Brimming confidence, that was one thing the two women had in common. With more than a couple of subspecies grail wars under her belt, you'd expect the young heir to understand exactly what Apollo is talking about. Whereas humanity shines bright against a foreign enemy, when it comes to fighting one another, all of its ugliness surfaces without reservation. As such, claiming victory after drawing a single strong card is nothing more than wishful thinking; a delusion of grandeur. And yet, the blonde magus raised no objection to Lancer's declaration. On the contrary, if her answer was anything to go by, she saw no real need for additional military force.

What she sought was something else entirely.

"My goal is to restore this ritual to what it once was: A duel between three families for the chance to claim the single seat that connects to the root. To me, igniting a revival of its former glory, helping it recover its true identity... Is just as important as victory itself. To jump at each other's throats from the very start would be counterproductive. After all, if such a fateful match took place at the very beginning of this tale... Then whatever battles follow would surely not be as exciting, don't you think so...?"

A real traditionalist, that was who Tohsaka Kyoko was.

Approaching the Servant with gentle steps, there was something in her motion that denoted outstanding grace. It could never compare to Lancer's regal splendor, but it spoke of a beauty that had not yet been entirely lost in modern times. There was no hesitation or unnatural movement. In essence, she did not fear Lancer, not because of her sword loyalty, but rather because of all the lessons that had brought her to this point. Placing her tender hands over Lancer's arms, the heir politely reminded the Heroic Spirit of just how strong her grip was on the poor sheep held in her embrace. It was only a moment, and then Kyoko moved on.

That was as much as she could do to help Apollo, who had most likely dug a grave of his own, both during the present and at some point in the past.

"An outcome where all three families get to the very last stage... I can't imagine our ancestors wanting it to be any other way."

A few moments later, picking up the presence of two guests, the magus decided to put the rest of the conversation on hold in order to greet their visitors. Surprise was not the expression she wore when she opened the doors of her mansion to them. Rather...

"Idalisviel, Liesa. Come on in, make yourselves at home."

Rather, she looked rather pleased, as if thinking to herself 'some things never change'. Instead of questioning Idalisviel condition or their Master's whereabouts and motives as many would have done, she quickly accepted things as facts with a smile before moving on. To a common bystander such behavior might appear to be either remarkable or outright terrifying. However, there was no ill-intent in words nor actions. This was merely Kyoko's strength as a Magus.

"I am sure we have a great deal to discuss."

@Cu Chulainn@Turboshitter@SSW
Tohsaka Kyoko
Miyama District, Tohsaka Residence


There was a brief hint of discomfort in her expression as she laid down the final piece that would complete the table arrangement.

Rather than being dissatisfied with the result, it appeared as such there were other thoughts which kept her mind busy besides simple decoration. Even so, it was a momentary showcase of emotion and weakness that was promptly buried under the facade of a grand aristocrat. That day was a day not to mourn, but to celebrate, and she wouldn't allow any outside interference to get in the way of that. For Kyoko, the Prime Holy Grail War was much more than another chance to claim a path to the root, it was an opportunity to redeem the name the three founding families, which had been sullied the moment their secret spread worldwide.

Of course, this would be a death-match with only one winner, the outcome could not be changed. However, to jump at each other's throats mindlessly would be equal to falling prey to the mistakes of the past. Following that mentality, the Tohsaka had invoked an old, unspoken rule forged by their ancestors: In order to ensure that the cup is claimed by either the Einzbern, the Matou or the Tohsaka, and does not fall into the hands of an outsider, a truce would be established. To discuss the terms of said truce, Kyoko had invited them to her very own mansion, a banquet ready to accommodate her guests.

"Lancer... What do you think?"

Glancing over her shoulder, Kyoko addressed her companion for this Holy Grail War, her Servant. But in this case, it would seem she was not asking 'Lancer, the heroic spirit', but rather 'Lancer, the woman'. That was part of the reason why the heir wanted the opinion of only one of them. Her eyes pointed back at the large table where some food had been served, with more to come should the event prove a success. Overall, the preparations had been a team effort between them, a mixture of two styles blended together. In looks alone, it was a feast worthy of a god.

"Good work." She nodded, satisfied. "... I feel like I have learned a few things, as well."

Much like the way the blonde mage handled political affairs, it was a top priority for her to keep her Servant in good graces. It wouldn't be a complete lie to affirm that she still saw them as a means to an end... But they were more than mere tools. They were allies so there was no reason to go out of her way to demerit them. Besides, she was a woman of word who always respected the words carved in each contract.

"As promised, We'll go hunting tonight. I expect you can show me your full strength then."

@Cu Chulainn@Turboshitter@SSW









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