She thinks at once that he knows nothing at all of her nature -- but within moments the thought is subsumed entirely by the realisation that all of a sudden, she has someone to defend her. The knowledge makes her braver; certainly, it makes her brave enough to speak up again. "Grandfather," she begins, and though she cannot quite banish the trembling from her voice, she can at least make herself heard. "I -- I had only thought that it might be reckless to end the alliance so hastily. If we can use Saber's resources alongside our own, we can -- we might stand a greater chance against the other Servants in the war. If -- if you insist that we turn on her, please... please consider that it may not be wise to do so right away."

She hopes against all hope that Lancer will not read dishonour into her words.