[Regardless of how quick his advances are, Kaname moves at the very last second before his sword connects with him every time. Conrad is a lot faster than he expected, so it takes him a moment to find a speed that will be challenging to him.
But this speed doesn't require much concentration on his part, so he studies Conrad's expression instead. He's focused and there is a look of confidence that wasn't there moments ago. As much as he hates to admit it, Kaname feels relief. This is probably the most content he's been since Yuuki disappeared. But that realization is an inconvenience.
His eyes darken and he circles behind him so fast that his image no longer blurs; it disappears. Inclining his head over Conrad's shoulder, he whispers.