She couldn’t begin to comprehend the depth of their grief and found herself often preoccupied with their welfare. When they finally returned to school after several weeks of absence, she committed herself to assisting them. She helped them catch up with their studies and even stayed after school to give them additional lessons.
Julia wished she could restore their happiness, but nothing could return those innocent smiles to their faces. Not after what they had endured. So she did everything within her power, reassuring herself that she was at least aiding them academically so they wouldn’t fall behind. However, Julia scarcely realized that the additional lessons would not only benefit the twins but would also, ultimately, bring about significant gains for her as well.