Surprise of brotherhood

"It would be nice to spend some time in the library for such books but time restraints. One day maybe we both can take a trip out there. I know your love for books is great....even talking about the library I can see your excitement." Julian smiled and took another step forward. He was close enough to embrace his brother with a long hug. It had felt too long since his last visit. Everything at home had been tense due to the assassination. Letting go, he could see the precursors to the tremors. It pained Julian to see his brother have to go through so much pain. He didn't deserve any of it. 

"Well, then we need to get you your potions then. I don't need anything to go wrong. Does the apothecary have interesting trinkets? I need to get our sister a gift?" He owed his sister for this special surprise for his brother. She would cover for him during the week of travel. It was one of her many talents that she was able to pull off. Everyone believed her. She was innocent to the eyes. Plus he made sure to make contact with his own business he had in town before coming. 

"So Finals are done with? Now you can enjoy a nice long trip back home. I'm sure you missed all the formal meetings and parties. Most of all you must have missed me the most....and our dear sister....So tell me....anything exciting happening here? I'm sure you have some sort of stories?"