Among the two hundred names on Benjamin's list, three stood out as the strongest possibilities for Elena's biological father.
Two were men from Austin 's university days. Both had studied under the same professor she had once worked closely with.
One of them was described as quiet and well-mannered. He currently held a teaching position at New York Medical University.
Back in college, he and Austin had worked on several research projects together and spent a lot of time in the same academic circles.
The second was refined, elegant, and something of a mystery. He lived abroad now, but during their university years, he had been known for his charming manners and subtle persistence.
The third man was a fellow alumnus who had served with Austin on a student-led community progr
