Yeah, I tried this a long time ago and was disappointed with the results. But keep one thing in the back of your mind. The developers read everything we post. I've posted this and seen it several times too. Then add the fact that they're only giving us some of Act 1. They want the game to be fresh for everyone, even the addicts like myself. So to be honest, I think in this particular situation, we will have the ability to save the brothers, or at least knock them out and reunite them with Mayrina.
Or, if not, maybe once we give her the wand to resurrect Connor, she'll come back for them once she hides her zombie husband, lol. Also, if you choose Paladin... I do not recommend you bring a zombie into the world. ^^