"The combatants are Saber and Lancer."
In his communication with the Tohsaka Residence, Kirei Kotomine reported to Tohsaka Tokiomi.
"Where is the battle taking place?"
Seated at his desk, Tohsaka Tokiomi swirled the wineglass in his hand. The thick crimson wine looked utterly enticing, and with the setting sun beyond the window, Tohsaka Tokiomi appeared especially elegant.
"At the warehouses by the northern docks. By unspoken mutual agreement, it seems neither side chose a populated area."
Kirei Kotomine answered calmly.
"Can you identify the true names of the two Servants? Assassin's surveillance should have yielded some results."
Taking a small sip of red wine, Tohsaka Tokiomi continued his questioning.
"Lancer's true name is still unknown, but Saber's has already been uncovered by Assassin."
"Oh?"
Tohsaka Tokiomi's hand paused for an instant as he swirled the glass. A hint of delight appeared in his eyes, and the corners of his lips rose slightly.
"What is Saber's true name?"
"Anno," Kirei Kotomine answered truthfully. "King Arthur's most powerful retainer—the White Knight, Anno."
"His parameters are at a remarkably high level. Against that dual-speared Lancer, he has essentially been overwhelming him."
"The White Knight, Anno..."
Hearing that name, Tohsaka Tokiomi furrowed his brow.
"Have Assassin continue the surveillance. If things get any louder over there, it might attract some other things as well."
"Then have the Masters of the two Servants been detected?"
Tohsaka Tokiomi took another sip of red wine.
"Lancer's Master has not shown himself. Apart from the two Servants, there is only a silver-haired woman at the scene, following behind Saber."
"Heh heh. It seems that while Lancer may be inferior to Saber, the White Knight, in terms of Servant capability, Lancer's Master is wiser. At the very least, he knows to hide himself during a Servant battle rather than