Hard Time: Sixteen #[nn]
In "Absentia," Arturo’s life takes a quiet turn as he marries and welcomes a child into the world, while across town, Red pays a solemn visit to Ethan on his sixteenth birthday. As Ethan grapples with the weight of his emerging abilities, Mullins offers cryptic guidance that hints at deeper truths. Written by Steve Gerber and Mary Skrenes, with bold artwork by Brian Hurtt and inks by Steve Bird, this issue blends intimate moments with quiet tension—cover by Brian Hurtt.
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Arturo gets married and his wife gives birth. Red visits Ethan for his sixteenth birthday. Ethan learns more about his powers from Mullins.
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