Hi, Jenni,
I'm finally getting to respond to Chapter 3b. The other responses gave the essence of my feelings about this whole story. You must do an intense amount of research. I think you really must have been Dr. Klein's Labrat!
The taking of the finger seems a necessary evil. There needed to be proof of Superman's demise and a souvenir for the serial killer (I watch too much CSI). Now, what spirals through my mind throughout the day is, "How is Jenni going to handle the situation when Clark and Suprman are both back in Metropolis and both have missing fingers?" I know you'll make it come out just fine and believable -- well for those of us who suspend judgment of reality and who believe in Santa Claus and Superman.
Plea: Don't make this too long. I hate to have to wait for the next installment. But, then, if you cut it too short, what will I read until you do another one? Sigh!
Marge