Chapter 34: Research

It could be a coincidence. Robert Hughes was a common name, but the more Eli read through his life, the more he was sure of his relation to Savior. The document detailed Eli’s powers manifesting and developing through the years. And there was even a note that his powers differed from his father’s.

His thoughts were spinning. Kathryn had to have known this whole time about their father. She was eight when their dad left them. She had to have had memories or their mom could’ve said something when she was alive.

He needed to talk to someone. He left the bathroom, folder in hand and went back to Sue’s desk.

“Hey, Mel,” he said. “Is Aunt Marie in?”

“She is, but she’s busy. You can’t go in-”

“Great.” He headed for the door leading into Marie’s office and let himself in. “Thanks, Mel!”

“Eli!”