Joanna could not believe what was captured by her eyes.
According to Bianca, who obtained the information from Mr. Green, after breakfast, her father did his routine and went to the Council, while her brother, knowing that she was unable to join the breakfast because she needed more rest, headed to his study room.
Joanna strongly guessed that her brother was doing something related to his study, as it was what he usually did in that room when he went home during the season break.
Even though he did not tell her much and a smile was always displayed on his face for her and her father to see, she noticed that his study load seemed to be heavier this time based on how he looked compared to the last time she saw him.
Her brother lost some weight, but not to the point it was worrying. His face also looked less fresh, as if the heavy load of study absorbed his spark.
