I wouldn't be surprised if it was. I was actually thinking that it could go to the the same way as another story in which the main character gain strength by doing the deed.
So, if one day I were to meet you on the street and yoink you by the shoulder to turn you to face me and talk to me when you start leaving having said you don't want to talk to me, your response would 0% (100% no response) be to sock me in the face?
Now, I haven't read a novel about a fallen "traitor" family for a while now, but is this going to be another one where the other "noble" was actually the one who caused the fall by planting evidence?
It sprung to mind because of the cat, that's probably the magic teacher, though I think there...
Well, here's the kicker. Why the hell is Bash level 5 a Swordsmanship skill after 3 years of school? Would expect Slash if it's taught correctly, not the blunt weapon staple Bash (or shield derivative Shield Bash).