[Blanche listens, and honestly, she can't help but be amused. There's something amusing as hell about him getting so competitive, and yet more than anything, it's that dedication that Blanche appreciates about him. Even when the going gets tough, he gets tougher to match.]

When you put it like that, it's almost a shame that I could not continue to challenge you, Alaric... [But Blanche doesn't sound disappointed in the slightest.] But objectively speaking, I had played just about every trick I could muster, and you learned every one of them. It certainly proved that you are not one to be underestimated.

[She also just kind of appreciates that someone was willing to go the extra mile for her, but she's not sure how to express that.]

Besides, I can certainly say that I have learned plenty of new things from you. And I can appreciate that.