Weeks pass, and he doesn't catch a single card.
When cards become active, he goes looking. They just disappear before he gets there.
He's getting worried, and he's not sure he's satisfied with Kero's explanations.
He tries to focus on school.
"We shouldn't tell more people than we have to. A lot of sorcerers want things to stay secret."
"I mean, I understand that as a general policy, but it seems prudent to have at least people immediately close to sorcerers know some."
"I don't think that's a bad philosophy, but it might be bad policy. Sorcerer clans who don't like what you're doing tend to demonstrate their dislike pretty clearly."
He shrugs. "I still think it's wise to tell him and Scott's parents, my mother knows all about it."
"Alright, I can admit when I've been outvoted."
He bows mockingly.
"Are we ready to 'study'?"