Alternate CLANA Scenes - (Companion to The Clana Journals)

[SVsleuth]

Title/Link:Alternate CLANA Scenes- (Companion to The Clana Journals)
Author:SVsleuth
Pairing: Clark/Lana
Rating:PG/PG-13
Warnings (if needed):None
Spoilers (when applicable):None
Short summary: This thread started out to be alternate endings to various episodes of Smallville, with a CLANA emphasis. To best enjoy the first few episodes, first read The Clana Journals thread pertaining to the same episode, then read the Alternate endings for that episode here. The first few episodes are independent stories. Beginning with GONE, this thread becomes a Season 4 re-write. Read instructions below. Enjoy!

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CONTENTS of this thread:

Alternate Ending to
*FORSAKEN* (Stand alone episode fic)
Part 1 (http://www.kryptonsite.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=1303209#post1303209)

Part 2 (http://www.kryptonsite.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=1303216#post1303216)

Parts 3,4,5 (http://www.kryptonsite.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=1303457#post1303457)

Alternate Ending to
*COVENANT* (Stand alone episode fic)
Part 1 (http://www.kryptonsite.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=1319070#post1319070)

Part 2 (http://www.kryptonsite.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=1322092#post1322092)

Part 3 (http://www.kryptonsite.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=1324171#post1324171)

*ALTERNATE SEASON 4 REWRITE*
(multi-episode continuous re-write, encompassing GONE through COMMENCEMENT)
GONE: Part 1 (http://www.kryptonsite.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=1341335#post1341335)
GONE: Part 2 (http://www.kryptonsite.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=1343726#post1343726)
GONE: Part 3 (http://www.kryptonsite.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=1346434#post1346434)
GONE: Part 4 (http://www.kryptonsite.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=1348208#post1348208)
GONE: Part 5 (http://www.kryptonsite.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=1350960#post1350960)
GONE: Part 6 (http://www.kryptonsite.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=1352962#post1352962)
GONE: Part 7 (http://www.kryptonsite.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=1355034#post1355034)
GONE: Part 8 (http://www.kryptonsite.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=1365067#post1365067)
GONE: part 9 (http://www.kryptonsite.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=1365819#post1365819)
GONE: Part 10 (http://www.kryptonsite.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=1367334#post1367334)
GONE: Part 11 (http://www.kryptonsite.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=1367630#post1367630)
GONE: Part 12 (http://www.kryptonsite.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=1372649#post1372649)

FACADE: Part 1 (http://www.kryptonsite.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=1372860#post1372860)

I will complete this Table of Contents soon



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NEW READERS! PLEASE READ!

If you came here to read the Season 4 re-write, the first few epiodes here are NOT a part of that. To follow the season 4 re-write, follow these instructions:
INSTRUCTIONS for enjoying the Season 4 re-write that begins with Alternate Scene: GONE

#1 Make sure you have watched & are very familiar with all of Seasons 1, 2, & 3 of Smallville, & Crusade from S4.

#2 Then, go to my CLANA Journals thread & at least read my posts for GONE: Posts numbered 101, 112, 115, & the beginning of #126, where I inserted a *NOTE* telling you to now come back here. (For even better continuity, read from the beginning of the CLANA Journals thread, through post #126 in GONE where the *NOTE* tells you to come back here.)

#3 At that point, switch to this thread & start reading at Part 1 of GONE. (it starts with Post #43) Then continue on through the rest of the season on this thread. Enjoy.

PM me if you are confused. I am re-posting this continuity elsewhere to make it easier to read & follow the proper continuity.

I hope this will help readers who are new to my stories.

SVsleuth
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FORSAKEN: Alternate Ending – Part 1

***NOTE: This episode is NOT connected to the later S4 re-write that begins in GONE. Consider it its own one shot Alt. Ending.***

Outside the Dinsmore barn, Clark super speeds into the field. He looks around with his X-ray vision and sees Lana tied to the bed and the gas tank outside the glass. He super speeds into the barn and breaks right through one of the glass panes. Lana has lost consciousness on the bed.

Clark goes over to the pipe and bends it, stopping the gas flow. Emily watches him coldly. Clark runs back to the bed, unties Lana, and lifts her up. Emily super speeds away.

Clark lays Lana down on the ground outside the barn, resting her head against a bale of hay.

Clark: Lana.

Lana coughs and regains consciousness.

Lana: (Weakly.) Clark.

Lana passes out again. Clark looks around and sees Emily watching him from inside the barn. She super speeds through the horse stalls and Clark super speeds after her. He chases her out of the barn and down the dirt road toward a large water tank.

Clark shoots small bolts of heat at the water tank's legs, causing it to topple over. The water pours out at Emily. She is able to continue running against the force of the water for only a moment. Then she falls backwards onto the ground unconscious. Clark goes to Emily and kneels down next to her. He sees that she is breathing. He calls the authorities to take Emily away, then hurries back to Lana.

Clark: Lana, are you Okay?

Lana: (Throwing her arms around Clark’s neck and burying her face in his shoulder.) Hold me. Just hold me. She sobs as he comforts her).

Clark: It’s okay, Lana. You’re safe now. I’m here. I won’t let anyone hurt you. You’re gonna be okay. (He strokes her hair and holds her close.)

After a long time in a silent embrace, Lana looks up at Clark.

Lana: Why is it that you are always the one to save me, Clark?

Clark: I don’t know. I guess ‘cus I’m looking out for you.

Lana: Why, Clark?

Clark: Because I care so much about you, Lana. You know, I told you that my feelings for you have never changed. And that’s true. And I couldn’t bear for anything to ever happen to you – like when you got trampled by the horse. I promised myself I would never let something like that happen again. So, I’m always looking out for you, Lana.

Lana: My very own guardian angel! (Lana says this with a grin.)

Clark: (Clark smiles) It’s good to see you smile. I haven’t seen that smile for awhile now.

Lana: Yeah. I guess we’ve been doing better at the avoidance dance these last few weeks.

Clark: I guess so. Well, I guess it’s time I get you home. You’ve been through quite an ordeal. You could use some rest.

Lana: Yeah, I am tired.

Clark: Let’s go then.

Clark helps Lana walk to her SUV, which Emily had used to bring Lana there.

Clark: I’ll drive you home. (He starts the engine and drives off.)

Lana: Clark, where’s your car? How did you get out here?

Clark: It’s a secret, Lana. (grins) You know I have a lot of those. (more seriously) Look, Lana, I do have some things that I wanted to talk to you about. That’s why I had asked you to dinner – remember?

Lana: Yeah. Sorry to ruin it.

Clark: It’s okay. Getting kidnapped totally gets you off the hook. (he smiles at her) Look, Lana, I want you to go home and get some rest. When you’re feeling better, come see me and we’ll talk – I promise. You know where to find me.

They pull up at Chloe’s house. Clark walks Lana up to the door. It is late afternoon

Clark: (Looking into Lana’s eyes) I’m glad you’re okay.

Lana: I’m glad you were looking out for me. Thanks.

Clark pulls Lana into a close embrace. She fingers his hair, while he strokes hers, gently. After a few moments, Clark gives her a kiss on the forehead, and loosens the embrace

Clark: (making eye contact) Good-night, Lana. See you tomorrow?

Lana: (nods) Tomorrow. (smiles) Good-night, Clark. Thanks again.

Clark reluctantly turns and walks away. Lana watches him go, wondering if he plans to walk all the way home.
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Next day. Late morning.

Pete got beat up by an FBI agent last night. He came to see Clark and just told him all about it and was about to leave.

Clark: Pete. (Pete stops.) Why are you talking like that?

Pete: I'm moving to Wichita with my mom.

Clark: No, Pete. I thought that... What about senior year? (Pete doesn't answer.) Pete -- Pete, you can't do this because of me.

Pete: I know that I told you keeping your secret wasn't hard. But I lied. I walk around every day afraid that I'm gonna slip up.

Clark:(Shocked.) Well, why didn't you tell me sooner?

Pete: Because you needed a friend. And so did I.

Clark: (Desperate to change Pete's mind.) You don't have to move away. You don't have to change your whole life. There's got to be a way. No one even has to know we're friends.

Pete: There's a lot of things that I can handle. But I could never live with myself if I betrayed you.

Clark: Pete...

Pete starts to cry.

Pete: I'll see you around, Clark.

Pete hugs Clark. Clark's face is stunned. When Pete pulls out of the hug, he looks into Clark's eyes and pats him on the shoulder. Then he turns away and walks to his car. Clark remains where he is as Pete gets in his car and drives away for the last time.

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CLARK’s JOURNAL

I can’t believe that Pete is leaving, missing out on senior year – and it’s all my fault. I ruined his life by telling him my secret. He said he walks around every day hoping he doesn’t slip up. I never realized how much of a burden it has been for him to keep my secret. He’d be better off if I had never told him.

And what about Lana? Can I put that same burden on her? Will I ruin her life, too, by telling her the truth about me? I would never want to do that to her. I don’t know what to do. I want to tell her. But should I? I guess I’ll just have to trust my instincts when the moment comes.

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Late afternoon. Lana comes up the stairs to the loft. Clark is in the loft watching the sun go down as Lana enters.

TO BE CONTINUED....

[4EverSmallville]

Aww, lol. That was so sweet. I can't wait to read more.

[SVsleuth]

FORSAKEN: Alternate Ending - Part 2

Late afternoon. Lana comes up the stairs to the loft. Clark is in the loft watching the sun go down as Lana enters.

Lana: Hey, Clark.

Clark: Hey, Lana.

Lana: I heard that Emily disappeared from Belle Reve as soon as she was admitted.

Clark: Yeah, even under heavy sedation.

Lana: Do you think she's going to come back?

Clark: No. I think Lionel Luthor will make sure of that. (Lana lowers her eyes.) You okay?

Lana: Yeah. Yeah, I'm fine. Feeling much better, thanks to you.

Lana looks over at the coffee table with two place settings from the dinner she missed with Clark last night.

Lana: I really am sorry that I ruined our dinner.

Clark: That's okay. I'm sure I've racked up more than a few IOUs.

Lana: Well, I was really looking forward to it.

Clark: (Smiling.) So was I.

Lana: Lana steps very close to Clark and looks deeply into his eyes. So, Clark, uhm, there's something that you wanted to tell me? What is it?

Clark:(swallowing hard I’m — I’m not sure I should tell you now.

Lana: Why, Clark? What’s changed since yesterday?

Clark:(stepping back, away from Lana, he speaks quietly, almost to himself) Pete.

Lana: Pete? What’s Pete got to do with it?

Clark: Everything, Lana. Pete’s parents are getting divorced. Pete’s moving to Wichita with his mom. He’ll miss out on senior year. (He pauses.) It’s all my fault, Lana.

Lana:confused Clark, how could any of that be your fault?

Clark: It’s complicated, Lana.

Lana: It always is, isn’t it? (pauses) But, Clark, what does any of that have to do with whether or not you tell me what you planned to tell me yesterday?

Clark: Pete knows my secrets, Lana. I told him last year. Right after I did, someone kidnapped him and threatened to kill him if he didn’t tell them what he knew about me. If I hadn’t gotten there just when I did, Pete would be dead. (he continues, after a few moments of silence) This morning, Pete came by. He told me some FBI guy beat him up last night, trying to get him to tell him about me. Lex showed up to rescue him.

Lana: Lex? Does Lex know your secrets too, Clark?

Clark: No – Well, at least, I haven’t told him anything. He may have pieced together some things, though, but I’m not sure how much. Lionel’s trying to figure me out too. Lex says he tries to keep his father away from me, but that he’s obsessed.

Lana: Clark, wait. The FBI, and Lionel Luthor are keenly interested in you, a Kansas farmboy? Why?

Clark:(taking a deep breath and exhaling heavily, then speaking, slowly) They want to know how I manage to save so many people that are in danger; (pause) and how I get around without a car; (another pause) and how come I seem to end up at so many crime scenes. (he begins to pace) They want to know what my secret is, what it is about me that makes me able to do the things I do. They want to know… (hesitates)… to know where I came from, how I got here, and what I can do. They want to know why I am so keenly interested in the caves, and why a strange symbol was burned onto my barn.

(Clark is silent for awhile, staring out the window.)

Lana walks over to Clark, and putting a hand on his arm, turns him toward her and looks into his eyes.

Lana: So, Clark, what is it that you wanted to tell me?

TO BE CONTINUED....

[NYC300Z]

See somebody's here in the wee hours... after 5 am! Well it's because i broke down in Brooklyn and i'm waiting for a ride! well enough about that. Great Alternate endings so far! Can't wait for the rest real exciting! PPMS!!

[dreammaster]

that was awesome

[SVsleuth]

FORSAKEN: Alternate Ending – Part 3

Lana: So, Clark, what is it that you wanted to tell me?

Clark: (sighs; still looking into her eyes) I wanted to tell you everything, Lana. I wanted there to be no more secrets between us. I wanted you to know everything about me. I hoped that - if I opened up to you, you would accept me for who I really am - - and that you’d decide not to go to Paris, but to stay here, with me.

Lana: (with tears forming in her eyes) Then tell me, Clark. Because when you asked me here, I hoped that you had decided to finally let me in, to let me really know you. I thought that - - that if you would do that, then maybe we could be together after all, - - and I wouldn’t need to go away. (looking away, then back into his eyes, & moving a little closer to him) So, tell me, Clark. What is it?

Clark looks lovingly into Lana’s eyes. Tears begin to well up in his eyes as he looks at her longingly.

Clark: Lana…….(He pauses, still looking into her eyes. A tear escapes and spills down his cheek.) I can’t, Lana. I can’t put you in any more danger. I promised myself I would never let anything happen to you. I couldn’t bear it if someone hurt you because of me.

Lana: (urgently) Clark, I’ve already been kidnapped several times. You just rescued me yesterday – and that was not your fault. You’ve rescued me from a bug boy, a magnetic guy, a tornado, an Emily Dinsmore clone, Tina Greer, and others. I seem to stumble into plenty of danger all by myself, and none of it was your fault.

Clark: (looking away and speaking quietly) You’re wrong, Lana. (he takes a few steps away from her, keeping his back to her) All of it was my fault. If I hadn’t come here, none of those things, except the tornado, would have happened to you. You’ve already suffered so much because I came here, Lana. I can’t increase that danger by telling you everything.

(turning back to face her) They will threaten to kill you for it.

Silence for awhile as they both stare out toward where the sun will soon set.

Finally, Lana breaks the silence.

Lana: Clark, how does anyone know whether or not I know your secret? Even if you tell me nothing, I’m still in danger if someone thinks I might know something – and so are your parents, Chloe, Pete, and all of your closest friends. If people will try to get to you by threatening the people that you love, then I’m already in danger, just by being your close friend. Isn’t that true, Clark?

Clark: I wish it weren’t. But You’re right, Lana. That’s why it’s probably safer for you to go ahead and go to Paris. You’ll be safer there.

Lana: (turning to face him) But, Clark, I don’t want to be safe, but alone, in Paris – and in life. I want to be with you. I want to protect your secret, Clark. I’d be willing to risk my life for you, if necessary.

Clark: (Sharply.) No! – (more subdued) No, Lana. (He steps closer to her, taking her hands in his, and looking into her eyes) I couldn’t live with myself if something happened to you because of me. I love you too much, Lana. You’re in enough danger.

Lana: (after a few moments of searching his eyes) Is my safety the only reason you haven’t told me your secret, Clark? Because, I get the feeling there’s something else too.

Clark: (hesitates) There is.

He drops her hands, walks a few feet away from her, then turns to face her again.

Lana: What is it, Clark?

Clark: (Looking away from her, then toward her periodically) I have this fear that - - that if you get a good look at me, that you’ll see that I’m not who you think I am. I’m afraid that - - when you find out how much of the pain and suffering in your life was really my fault that - - that you won’t be able to accept me - - that you may even hate me. - - I’m afraid if I tell you, and you see who I really am that - - (longer pause) - - that it will change the way you feel about me. (lowers his eyes)

Lana: (walks closer to him and lifts his chin with her hand to make him look at her) Nothing could ever do that, Clark. (taking his face in her hands, and looking deeply into his eyes) I love you, Clark. And nothing you tell me is going to change that.

Clark: (his eyes begin to glisten.) I hope you’re right. (He removes her hands from his face & turns to look out the window.) Lana, I wish I could take all of this danger out of your life. I wish I could turn back time, and erase the day I came here from existence.

Lana: (quickly) No, Clark! Why would you wish that? (She is now standing beside him. Both are looking out at the coming sunset.) I am so glad to have you in my life. I have never cared for anyone that way I care about you. I would never wish that you had not come into my life.

Clark: You might, if - - if you knew what my coming here has cost you, Lana. Think about all those people you named before. Why was Greg a bugboy? Why could Tina morph. Why could –

Lana: (interrupting) Because they were affected by the meteor rocks. At least, that’s Chloe’s theory.

Clark: Right.

Lana: But what about Emily? She was a clone, not a meteor freak.

Clark: And what did Lionel use to make the cloning work?

Lana: Right - meteor rocks. – Okay, so the meteor rocks created all these freaks that you’ve saved me from. So what does–

Clark: (interrupting, softly) Yeah. And the meteor shower killed your parents. – And it’s all my fault.

Clarks looks at the floor.

Lana: (confused) Clark, I fail to see how it could be your fault. It’s not like you could have caused the meteor shower!

Clark: (quietly) Yes - -I did.

Lana: (Disbelieving) You caused the meteor shower. Clark, how could you possibly do that?

Clark takes a deep breath and exhales heavily. He stares out the window again.
Clark: The meteor shower was just a cover for my arrival here, Lana. My - - my ship could go unnoticed as it came to Smallville.

(Silence)

Lana: (turning toward him) Your --- ship?

Clark: (turning to face Lana) My ship. My - - - spaceship, Lana.

(Stunned silence. Lana’s eyes dart back and forth in her head as she tries to process this startling information. After a few moments, she takes a step back, away from Clark. She swallows hard as she looks him up and down, the reality of what he’s just revealed beginning to sink in.)

Clark: Lana?

Lana: So you --- you came from another planet?

Clark: Yes; Krypton.

Lana: Krypton. - - - - - Where is it?

Clark: It’s gone. My birth parents, Jor-El & Lara - - they, and all of my race, died when it exploded. I’m the only one left, as far as I know.

Lana: I’m sorry, Clark.

Clark: But, Lana - - (turning his eyes away from her) - - your parents died the day I came here. If I hadn’t come, they’d still be alive. I’m so sorry, Lana.

Clark turns away from her. He has a look of tortured pain on his face, but Lana cannot see his face.

Clark: (continues) And - - if I hadn’t come here, there would have been no meteor freaks to harm you. Sure, I’ve saved you from them, but they wouldn’t have been freaks if I hadn’t come. Oh, why did Jor-El send me here? I wish I could change everything, erase all the pain I’ve brought to you. (He finally turns toward Lana).

Lana: (her eyes are lowered) My parents died becau –
as she looks up at Clark, she stops - - she sees the agony in his face, in his eyes. She realizes how much Clark has suffered, tortured himself, blamed himself. Her heart begins to ache for him, seeing his turmoil.

Lana: Clark - - (Lana steps closer to him and takes his hands in hers. Looking into his eyes she continues.) Clark, you cannot blame yourself for all of this. I don’t blame you. You were a baby. It was not your choice to come here. Maybe it was your father’s choice, but it was not yours. So, blame him, if you like, but it is not your fault, Clark. (She moves even closer and takes his face into her hands, looking into his eyes) Clark, I can see that your heart is more human than that of most people from Earth. I can see how much all of this weighs upon your heart. You’re carrying all of this guilt upon your shoulders, and it’s weighing you down, Clark. Don’t let it weigh you down, Clark.

Clark: So - - you don’t hate me, Lana?

Lana: Hate you, Clark? I could never hate you. (whispers, very close to his ear) I love you, Clark.

Lana gently kisses his face, his cheek, his chin. Then, she kisses him gently, tenderly, slowly, on the lips, several times in succession. A tear escapes Clark’s eye and spills down his cheek.

Clark: You still love me, Lana?

Lana: (looking deeply into his eyes; speaking softly) I do - - with all my heart. (Tears begin to form in Lana’s eyes as she says this.)

Clark: (keeping his eyes on hers) I love you, Lana.

Clark leans down and begins to kiss her, tenderly, as she had kissed him, several times. He pulls back slightly to see her face and looks lovingly into her eyes.

Clark: I will always love you, Lana.

Clark pulls her into an embrace, wrapping his large arms around her with ease. Lana feels herself enveloped in his arms and in his love, and she rests her head upon his chest. He strokes her hair - - and she his. After quite a while resting in his embrace, Lana looks up at Clark.

Lana: I feel like I’ve found a home. I belong here, Clark, in your arms.

He kisses her forehead, and caresses her face. They look deeply into one another’s eyes, without saying any more. No words were needed.

TO BE CONTINUED...

FORSAKEN: Alternate Ending – Part 4

Looking into Clark’s eyes, Lana saw so many things: love, desire, joy, contentment. Yet also pain, regret, fear, and guilt. She wished to wash the latter away for him – or at least help him bear the load. After a long time, Lana broke the silence.

Lana: So, Clark, how did you rescue me from that twister? And how did you get home without a car? And how did you learn about your origins? And what other things can my man from Krypton do?

Clark: (grinning) Okay, Okay, slow down! Well, the tornado – I’m still trying to figure that one out myself. I’ll come back to it later. - - How do I get around? (He superspeeds across the room.) I’m super fast, Lana – like Emily. I can move faster than you can see me. (Zips back to her)

Lana: Wow! That’s amazing! (Lana’s face has a huge smile; she is fascinated) What else?

Clark: Well, I’m really strong.

Lana: How strong?

Clark: Well, I can bench press the tractor –

Lana: Really?

Lana: Sure.

Clark picks up Lana and speeds downstairs. He sets her down on a bale of hay, then proceeds to bench press the tractor).

Lana: Okay, show-off. That’s enough of that.

Clark: Aw. It was just getting fun.

He grins, puts the tractor down, speeds to Lana, scoops her up, and speeds up the stairs. He dumps her on the couch and plops down beside her.

Clark: Freaked out yet?

Lana: No. I’m okay. At least things are beginning to make sense now.

Clark: Would you like some coffee?

Clark picks up the carafe of cold coffee from the table with the forgotten dinner.

Lana: I don’t like it cold.

Clark: I can fix that. (He pours the coffee into a cup, then uses his heat vision to warm it up. He gives it to Lana.) My eyes can send out heat. Even start fires.

Lana: Now that’s hot! (having a sudden hunch) Did you have anything to do with those fires at school and at the Talon?

Clark: Actually, yes. That’s when I was first getting this ability, and I didn’t know how to control it yet. (Pauses, considering.) It’s triggered by hormones – which is why I nearly burned down the Talon when I was with you. He gives her a quick kiss, then stares into her eyes. She pulls back, a bit afraid. Don’t worry. He puts an arm around her. I can completely control it now. (grins) I also have super-hearing and x-ray vision – I can see through things. Oh, and I’m kind of indestructible – like bullet-proof. (seeing the enlightened look on Lana’s face) Yeah, Van McNulty told you the truth about that.

Lana: Wow! So - - let me recap: You are super-fast and super strong. You have x-ray vision, heat vision, and super hearing. On top of all that, you’re bullet-proof and virtually indestructible. Is that everything? Are these all of your abilities?

Clark: Well, I may have a few more special abilities to try out. (He pulls her close and leans in to kiss her. Tenderly he kisses her – her lips, her cheek, her neck - her lips again - - and again - - and again.

Lana: I’m liking these abilities, Clark. (she kisses him once more. Lana shifts her position on the couch, leaning her back against Clark’s chest, then looks up at him.) So, you’re from Krypton, and you have special abilities. Any more secrets, Clark?

Clark: Well, I haven’t told you about my weaknesses yet.

Lana: You have weaknesses? I thought you were virtually indestructible.

Clark: Well, for starters, you are my weakness. Whenever I look at you, my insides turn to jello. (he grins at her) Besides that, I’m allergic to meteor rocks. The green meteor rocks – actually, I call it Kryptonite – they make me weak and sick. Exposure to them for a long time could kill me. Van McNulty nearly succeeded in killing me when he shot me with a Kryptonite bullet.

Lana: Oh, Clark!

Clark: I’m okay. I had a crazy ninja-girl helping me out, remember? (He hugs her & flashes her a huge grin) Then, there’s the Red Kryptonite – Red K – You know, it was used in our class rings. The Red K affects me too, Lana. It –

Lana: (interrupting) Let me guess: it makes you act differently – almost like you were a different person.

Clark: (surprised) Yeah; how’d you know?

Lana: Because that was the last question I still had unanswered: why you acted so strangely that time with Jesse – and when you took off for Metropolis.

Clark: And when you saw me kissing Chloe at the Talon.

Lana: (gasp) Oh!

Clark: The Red-K kind of drugs me. It makes me forget all my problems and pain, and lets me just do whatever feels good at the moment. Kind of like what the exposure to the Nicodemus flower did to you.

(Clark reminisces in his mind while looking Lana over.)

Lana: (becoming uncomfortable) Clark?

Clark: Sorry. You looked so hot!

Lana: Clark Kent!

Clark: Sorry, Lana. (looks down sheepishly). Just trying to be completely honest – finally.

Lana: Clark – you said you can see through things. You don’t ever… well, kind of look at me and uhm…

Clark: (quickly) No! – No, Lana. I’d never invade anyone’s privacy like that, especially yours – though, I have to admit, I’m tempted. (remembering something) Actually, Lana, to be completely honest – I did do it once – no twice.

Lana: Clark!

Clark: It was when I was just gaining the ability, and I didn’t know how to control it yet. I looked toward the girls’ locker room and … and I saw you there.

Lana: Oh. - - And the second time?

Clark: I was on Red K. I told you it makes me do whatever I want to at the moment.

Lana: That’s enough detail about that, Clark. Let’s just make sure we keep the Red K away from you – though you were rather sexy in your bad-boy phase.

He pulls her into an embrace, then looks lovingly into her eyes. After several minutes of non-verbal eye-gazing, Clark leans in to kiss her. As their lips meet, Lana feels more content than she has ever felt in her life. And Clark thinks that this must be a dream – or that maybe he’s died and gone to heave. It doesn’t get any better than this, he thinks.

FORSAKEN: Alternate Ending – Part 5

Lana and Clark remain seated on the sofa in the loft. He has his arm around her as she nestles her head upon his shoulder. They sit in contented silence, just enjoying being in each other’s presence. Finally, Lana breaks the silence)

Lana: Clark, you said you’d get back to explaining the twister rescue. What happened?

Clark: Well, Lana, when I heard where the twister was headed, I somehow knew you’d be in danger. I super-sped down the road, looking for you. When I saw the truck, with you inside, and that huge twister bearing down on you, my heart nearly gave out. Before I could do anything, the truck was sucked up into the twister. I yelled, “No!” and, without thinking, I acted on instinct, speeding toward the twister. Then, I was in the twister, and things were bouncing off of me. I had no control. It was scary. Then, it felt like I was willing myself toward the truck. Lana, - - it felt like I was - - flying! All I could think of was protecting you; I guess that’s how I overcame my fear of heights – and of flying. I think I do have the ability to fly, Lana. But haven’t tried to practice it. It’s too strange, too scary. I don’t want to fly! But if I wanted to, I think I could.

Lana: Wow! No wonder you clammed up when I asked you about it at the time! I wonder what I would have thought if you would’ve said, “Lana, I can fly. I flew into the twister and rescued you.” (They both laugh)

They settle down into a peaceful silence once again.

Clark: (after several minutes) So, uhm, Lana, are you still going to Paris?

Lana: I don’t know. My thoughts have been occupied with more important things. Let me think - - (she pauses only a few seconds) Uhm – No, Clark. I want to stay here with you.

Clark: I won’t argue with that. Except – I thought you had a dream of traveling to see the world. Are you going to give up on that now, and be content to live your whole life here in Smallville?

Lana: No. But - - - if my man from Krypton would allow himself to learn to fly, then maybe he could take me to see any corner of the Earth my heart desires. Maybe he’ll even take me somewhere beyond Earth. (she laughs, then looks up at Clark.) – You willing to try?

Clark: I’ll do anything to keep you by my side, Lana.

Lana: Good. ‘Cus I’m really looking forward to our first flight to some romantic location…..(she lets her voice trail off, looking mischievously at Clark)

Clark: Lana, you make flying seem a lot more appealing than I ever thought it could be. (he grins)

They settle back comfortably, her head upon his chest, and rest contentedly, in silence. Eventually, they drift off to sleep, dreaming of flying away together to discover the world.

THE END

Sorry for the formatting errors. I don't think I'll be allowed to edit it any more. Too long. Oh well.

[dreammaster]

awesome ending

[Mythos]

wow! That was great! If the writers of the show had used a large part of your part 2 as the dialogue for that scene then it would all have made a lot more sense and Clark would have at least been able to tell Lana some of the things he should have told her (not his secret ofcourse, that would have been too perfect ;) )

Great sidestory! :D

[4EverSmallville]

Aw, shame I wasn't up to read this last night. Absolutely beautiful. You know, I prefer your ending way better lol.

[ajfinn]

Clark: The Red-K kind of drugs me. It makes me forget all my problems and pain, and lets me just do whatever feels good at the moment. Kind of like what the exposure to the Nicodemus flower did to you]/i].

[i](Clark reminisces in his mind while looking Lana over.)

Lana: (becoming uncomfortable) Clark?

Clark: Sorry. You looked so hot!

Lana: Clark Kent!

Clark: Sorry, Lana. (looks down sheepishly). Just trying to be completely honest – finally.

THAT was my favorite part!!! hee hee hee :lol: Love the alternate ending idea. How funny would that be if Clark really said that. Lana has no idea what she did in Nicodemus. I'm still waiting for someone to tell her!!

[NYC300Z]

The End is that the end of Foresaken or the end for this thread?? Really enjoyed reading it! Yeah that would be great if they had used that in the episode for real! Really Great!

[SVsleuth]

Originally posted by NYC300Z
The End is that the end of Foresaken or the end for this thread?? Really enjoyed reading it! Yeah that would be great if they had used that in the episode for real! Really Great!

That's the end of the Alternate Ending for Forsaken.

My next post will be on The Clana Journals thread: Covenant. After that, I'm planning to do a new alternate ending. This would presume that FORSAKEN ended as on Smallville (& in The Clana Journals thread) NOT as it ended in THIS forum.

Then, I'll make a new alternate ending for Covenant, & post it in this thread. My idea now is to have Clark & Lana take a walk to talk after Kara pops up, instead of having Lana just suddenly drive off. It never made sense to me why she would have done that, after driving all the way out there to talk to him. Then, we'll see where the talk leads this time...

[NYC300Z]

Ok cool! Can't wait for more alternate endings! So I guess that means u'll have to update the Clana Journals again b4 this one can be updated. Well that's cool just means i'll have to follow both which i've been doing anyways! PPMS!

[Daniel.Hauser]

That's a great idea to help with the Clana fix ;) Several real and fictional episode-endings, what can one want more?

[binkys711]

WOW!!!THIS ENDING IS SOOOO MUCH BETTER THAN THE REAL THING!:p THAT WAS GREAT!!!AND I AWAIT THE REST!;):D

[MOOman0618]

Yes...This is definatly how this episode should have gone! How many alternate endings are you going to write?

[SVsleuth]

Originally posted by MOOman0618
Yes...This is definatly how this episode should have gone! How many alternate endings are you going to write?

I don't know. Right now I'm typing up alternate scenes for COVENANT. I hope to have part of it posted today.

*****

***NOTE: The following episode, Alt. COVENANT is NOT connected to the later S4 re-write that begins in GONE. Consider it its own one shot Alt. Ending.***

[SVsleuth]

Alternate Scene & Ending: COVENANT - Part 1

Recall that in the end of FORSAKEN, a couple of nights before this scene, Clark & Lana had talked in the loft. He had told her, “Have a great time in Paris. I hope you find what you're looking for.” This was not what she had been expecting him to tell her.

The night before this scene happens, “Kara” had shown up at the Kent Farm, trying to lure Clark to Jor-El.

Today, Clark is standing outside the Kent farm. Lana drives up, parks her car and Clark walks over to greet her as she gets out.

Clark: I thought you'd be packing.

Lana: Well, if I squeeze anything else into my suitcases, I think they'd explode.

Clark: So when are you taking off?

Lana: Well, I have to be at the airport by noon tomorrow. (Clark nods.) That's sort of why I'm here. Um, I was wondering if you would mind being my super-shuttle.

Clark: (Surprised.) Sure.

Lana: I know it's been a strange year, but I hate leaving with the feeling that things aren't settled between us.

Clark: Lana, when I said I wanted you to be happy, I meant it

Lana talks over the last few words of Clark's sentence. She obviously came over to talk about something in particular.

Lana: When you invited me over the other night and you had something important to tell me, that wasn't it, was it?

Clark doesn't answer. Lana suddenly speaks more quietly, her words becoming more urgent, as she moves closer to him.

Lana: Clark, if you have something to say to me, say it before I'm gone.

Clark looks deeply into her eyes, trying to make a decision. Lana looks pleadingly back at him. He clearly makes the decision to tell her the truth.

Lana looks away from Clark as he hesitates, and notices a girl dressed in white, out in the field.

Clark: Lana--

Lana: Who's that?

Clark turns around and sees Kara watching them from out in the field.

Clark: (Pause.) My cousin. (He exhales heavily)

Lana: You've never mentioned her before. Where is she from?

Clark: Far away. California.

Lana: Well, you know, if you've got company, I should, um, I should find a ride from someone else.

Lana walks toward her car.

Clark: Lana. (Lana stops.) Even though it's gonna be hard to see you go, I want to be there for you.

Lana smiles, seeming to be happy with his response, and walks toward her car, as if to leave.

Clark: Lana, wait. Can you take a walk with me? Now? I know you have a lot to do, but…

Lana: Sure, Clark. But…what about your cousin? Are you just going to leave her here alone?

Clark: She’s not alone, Lana. My parents are home.

Lana: Well, let’s go, then.

Clark and Lana walk in the opposite direction from where Kara is. They walk in silence to the edge of the Kent property, where there are trees. They sit down and lean against a tree.

Lana: You know, Clark, I can always tell when you’re not being completely honest. That girl…. Is she really your cousin?

Clark: Um…(hesitates), no.

Lana: Who is she?

Clark: I don’t really know for sure, Lana. This is gonna sound strange, but, last night, there was a knock on the door. When I opened the door, I was shocked. She…she was standing there, completely….um…well, without a stitch of clothing on.

Lana: You’re not serious!

Clark: I’m not kidding, Lana. She said, “Hi, Clark. I’m Kara. I’m from Krypton.” I was stunned!

Lana: Clark, are you sure you’re not making this up?

Clark: I swear, Lana.

Lana: (ponders) Well, where’s Krypton?

Clark: It’s a planet far away - - she said.

Lana: Wait! Clark – Are you saying this girl just knocked on your door claiming to be a visitor from another planet?

Clark: Yep.

Lana: Wow! That’s amazing! I mean, wouldn’t it be so cool if it turns out to be true? An actual extra-terrestrial visitor, right here in Smallville?

Clark: You wouldn’t think she was - -strange?

Lana: Well, she may be different, but, if she didn’t seem dangerous, I think I’d have a million questions to ask her. It could be quite interesting.

Clark: You really think so?

Lana: Yeah. I do.

Clark: Good. (smiles to himself)

They sit in peaceful silence for awhile, thinking.

Lana: Clark, did you say… this girl… knew your name before you told her?

Clark: Yeah, I guess she did.

Lana: Why do you think she came to you? Could it have something to do with that strange symbol that was burned onto your barn awhile back?

Clark: (thinking out loud, absent-mindedly, softly) Definitely. (Clark is lost in thought.)

Lana: Clark? Clark? (waves her hand in front of his eyes.)

Clark: Oh. Um, sorry, Lana, I was just thinking.

Lana: About?

Clark: Nothing. (He starts to get up from the ground.)

Lana: (stands up too) Clark, wasn’t there a reason you wanted me to take a walk with you?

Clark: (turning and looking at Lana) Yes. I want to - - I want to take you
somewhere - - to a favorite hide-out of mine, where I sometimes go to be alone, and think.

Lana: I thought that’s what your loft was: your “Fortress of Solitude”.

Clark: It used to be. But lately, the traffic in and out of there is unbelievable. So, I found a place where I can truly be alone. But today, I want to take you to see it, Lana - - so we can talk, alone. Will you come?

Lana: Sure, Clark. How far is it? Can we walk?

Clark: Not exactly. You need to trust me, Lana.

Lana: Oh, now you’re going to get all mysterious on me. Okay, I’ll play along.

Clark: Okay, Lana. Stand right here. Now, close your eyes, and don’t peek until I say so. Okay?

Lana: (shrugging her shoulders) Okay. (She closes her eyes)

Clark scoops Lana up in his arms and super speeds into the wooded area. He runs out of Kansas, and all the way to a beautiful spot near a mountain stream, with a waterfall nearby. He stops, then sets Lana on her feet.

Clark: Okay, Lana, you can open your eyes now.

Lana: (opens her eyes, & gasps) Wow! This is a beautiful place. Where are we?

Clark: Blue Ridge Mountains

Lana: That’s impossible! But… (confused) how did we get here?

Clark: I carried you.

Lana: (still confused) But… (she’s at a loss for words)

Clark: Wait here. (Clark speeds off and is back in a flash with a blanket. He spreads it on the ground beside the stream) Let’s sit down, Lana.

Lana sits on the blanket, still in shock, and Clark plops down beside her.

Clark: Are you hungry?

Lana: Yes, actually. I haven’t eaten much all day. But I don’t see any picnic food here, so…

Clark: (interrupting) Do you like trout?

Lana: (surprised) Trout? Well, sure, but Clark, you don’t have any fishing gear.

Before she finished her sentence, Clark walked into the stream, clothes and all. He used his x-ray vision to locate some trout, then sped over to them, reaching in and grabbing two fish, and pulling them up out of the water. He was back in an instant, so Lana didn’t really see much of anything.

Lana: Clark, you’re drenched! How…?

Clark: I got us some trout, Lana. (grinning ear to ear, pleased with his catch)

He dropped the fish onto the ground where they flopped around for a few minutes before becoming still. Lana’s eyes were wide with disbelief. Clark dashed into the woods, collected some sticks for firewood, came back, and arranged the sticks for a fire.

Lana: So, did you bring matches, or are we going to rub two sticks together forever to get a fire going?

Clark: (grinning) No. I have an easier way.

He glares at the firewood, and ignites the wood with his heat vision.

Lana: (getting more freaked out) C – C – Clark – (she stammered) What…? How…?

Clark notices that Lana is getting rattled, so he decides to stop the show for awhile.

Clark: (Sitting down beside Lana) I’m sorry, Lana. I didn’t mean to frighten you. I’m just tired of hiding things from you. I want you to know who I really am, and what I can do.

Lana is still wide-eyed and speechless.

Clark: Lana, I have…. I have special abilities. The way I got you here? That was my super-speed. The way I caught the trout? That was using my x-ray vision, and my speed. The way I made the fire? That was my heat vision. You’ve actually seen that one before, Lana.

Lana: I have?

Clark: Yeah. Last year, when I was just acquiring that ability and I didn’t know how to control it yet. We were in biology class, that first day, with Mrs. Atkins. During the…um… film… my eyes started burning, and then my heat vision caused the fire.

Lana: That was you?

Clark: Yeah. I was so scared. I didn’t know what was happening to me. Then later… at the Talon … it happened again, I’m sorry for that, Lana. It really was an accident.

Lana: (laughs a little) No wonder Sheriff Adams could never figure out how the fire started. Who would suspect Clark Kent’s eyes?

(Lana continued, whispering under her breath, musing to herself) “How could fire come from those gorgeous blue eyes?”

Clark: (hearing every word) Oh, so you think my eyes are gorgeous, do you?

Lana: You heard that? How…?

Clark: Wel…

Lana: (She cuts him off) No, let me guess. You have super-hearing too?

Clark: Wow, you catch on quick.

Lana: You’renot serious?

Clark: I am.

Lana: Have you always had that ability?

Clark: No. I got it when I went blind. I guess my body was compensating for the lack of sight.

Lana: Oh. What about the speed? When did you get it?

Clark: When I was about six years old. I was playing tag with my Dad, and all of a sudden I started running faster than I'd ever run before. I ended up in the middle of Palmer woods completely lost. My parents had to call Sheriff Ethan, and when my Mom saw me, she started crying. I thought something was wrong with me, and she said no, there wasn't. And then she held me in her arms and she told me I was just special. “You’re my special boy”, she said. (Clark is clearly emotional as he recounts this incident.)

Lana: She was right, Clark. You are a very special person. (She takes his hand in hers. After a few minutes in silence, Lana speaks again.) Are you ready to go on?

Clark: (letting out a heavy breath) Yeah, Lana. What else do you want to know?

Lana: Well, did you say you used some kind of x-ray vision?

Clark: Yeah. That developed during freshman year – just in time to help me figure out what was going on with Tina Greer. With my x-ray vision I could see her unique meteor-infected skull, so I could identify her, no matter who she became.

Lana: Clark, Tina shut me up in a tomb. You somehow found me and…

Clark: Yes, I used my x-ray vision to find a moving skeleton – you – in a tomb. Then I sped over to the tomb and ripped off the door to get you out.

Lana: Clark, which ability allowed you to rip off the door of the tomb?

Clark: Oh. That was my super-strength. That’s the first ability I got. I think I was about three when I got it. My dad says I was hiding under the bed and just lifted the entire thing over my head.

Lana: When you were three? That’s amazing, Clark!

Silence for awhile, while Lana ponders.

Clark: Would you like me to cook the fish now?

Lana: We don’t have a pan, or…

Clark: That’s okay. Now, Lana, don’t freak out. What I’m going to do cannot hurt me. Okay? Trust me.

Clark picks up the fish and holds them in the fire, the flames licking at his hands. Lana gasps, her eyes wide. Clark holds the fish in the fire until it is cooked. Then, he pulls it out and brings it to Lana. He holds one of the fish out to her in his hand. She reaches out her hand to barely touch the fish, and pulls her hand back quickly.

Lana: That’s hot, Clark! How could you…? You’re not burned? (She inspectes his hands.)

Clark: I’m fine, Lana. Really. (he flashes her a smile)

Clark waves the fish around in the air to cool it a bit, then breaks off a piece and holds it up to Lana’s mouth. She opens her mouth and he drops in the piece of trout. She eats it and smiles.

Lana: It’s delicious, Clark. You are full of surprises.

He hands her the now cooled fish, and he begins to eat the other one. Lana giggles as she thinks about where she is, how she got here, and what she is doing.

Clark: Mind letting me in on the joke?

Lana: It’s just this whole thing. I mean, is all of this really happening to me? Is this real? Maybe I’m dreaming?

Clark: Do you often dream about me, Lana? I know you’re always in my dreams. (he looks up into her eyes sincerely)

Lana is taken by surprise at the sudden change of tone in Clark’s voice. He’d become much more serious, even passionate. She looks up at him. He stares deeply into her eyes. She feels her breath becoming shallow as she gets lost in his gorgeous blue eyes.

Clark scoots closer to Lana, keeping his eyes locked with hers. He leans toward her, closing in on her lips. Lana closes her eyes and tips her head back to allow him to kiss her. Their lips meet. Softly, tenderly, he kisses her – and she returns his kiss. He puts his arms around her and pulls her close into a warm embrace. Lana rests her head upon his chest as she runs her fingers through his thick hair.

Lana: (whispers) This has to be a dream.

Clark: No, Lana, it’s not.

She doesn’t respond. Clark pulls back so as to see her face.

Clark: Lana? You okay? I know I threw a lot at you just now.

Lana: Yeah. I think so. I think I’m fine, Clark. (pause) But….why are you able to do all of these incredible things, Clark? Were you affected by the meteor shower?

Clark: (quietly) No, Lana. I wasn’t. (takes a deep breath and exhales) The reason I can do these things is that…. Well, Lana, … I’m …. I’m different from other people, Lana. I’m … I’m an … (takes another deep breath and exhales heavily) … I’m from Krypton. (He looks up at Lana, nervously.)

Lana: You are from Krypton?

Clark: Yes.

Lana is stunned. After several minutes of awkward silence, she speaks.

Lana: Well, how did you get here? And when?

Clark: In a spaceship, Lana. My biological parents sent me here. I think they actually chose my mom and dad to be my parents on Earth. You remember The Drifter? The one who fell in love with your Aunt Louise?

Lana: Yeah. He looked just like you.

Clark: Well, you were right, Lana. He was my biological father.

Lana: Joe?

Clark: Yes. Actually, it’s Jor-El. And my mother’s name was Lara. I found a medallion in the caves that belonged to Jor-El. It shared his memories with me. That’s how I had those flashbacks from 1961 and could help solve the mystery of Louise’s death.

Lana: The caves? I thought those were Kawatchee symbols.

Clark: No, they are Kryptonian. I can read the language now. The cave wall gave me knowledge when I put the spaceship key into the wall.

Lana: Wow. You really have been living a secret life, Clark. I’m not sure we have time for you to fill me in on all of this in one afternoon. My brain is spinning. There is one more thing I’d like to know now, though, Clark.

Clark: What’s that?

Lana: How did you rescue me from the twister? Even with all the abilities you’ve shown me, it doesn’t seem like you could have saved me. But I know you did. I remember. I saw you in the truck. You put your arms around me and you told me that everything was going to be okay. But how…?

Clark: I think… I think I flew, Lana.

Lana: Flew? (incredulous) You can fly, Clark? Show me.

Clark: I can’t. I mean, I don’t know how to do it again. I've survived a lot, Lana. Being inside that twister... I've never been so scared in my life. I mean, I couldn't see anything, and things were bouncing off me. I didn't have any control. I know it could've been the wind, but all of a sudden I was moving toward the truck and it felt like I was willing myself to do it. (Pause) It felt like I was flying. (pauses) That was the strangest thing that ever happened to me, Lana. It was scary. I don’t want to fly.

Lana: Well, I’m glad you could – or I’d be – dead.

Clark: I never thought of it that way. (He leans in to kiss her again. Their lips meet briefly. Suddenly, thunder claps from the sky. Clark and Lana look and see storm clouds gathering.)

Clark: I think we’re in for a thunderstorm…

Suddenly, the skies break open, and the rain comes down in sheets. Clark lifts up Lana, grabs the blanket, and super-speeds into a cave hidden behind the waterfall. He puts down a dripping wet Lana as they laugh together at this sudden turn of events. He removes his flannel shirt, heavy with water. Lana looks at Clark, dripping wet, his white T-shirt clinging to his muscular body. “Wow,” she thinks. Clark looks at Lana, soaked, with her thin shirt glued tightly to her slim figure. “She’s beautiful,” he thinks to himself. Clark steps closer to Lana and pulls her gently into an embrace. He begins to kiss her tenderly, gently, on the lips. She looks into his eyes and melts like wax in his arms. Then, she begins to shiver from being all wet. Clark notices.

Clark: We’ve got to get you dry, Lana.

He picks up the wet blanket and starts waving it around in the air as he spins around, trying to dry it. When it is dry, he spreads it on the ground, near the cave wall. He picks Lana up and sits her on the blanket with her back against the cave wall. Then, he zips away, but instantly returns with some large rocks. He arranges them near Lana and heats them up with his heat vision. He then picks up his abandoned flannel shirt and whirls around and around, so the air will dry it. The spinning dries the clothes he is wearing as well.

Clark: Okay, Lana. I have a dry shirt for you. I’ll turn my back and you can change into my dry shirt. Okay?

Lana: Okay, Clark. (He hands her the shirt.) Don’t peek.

Clark: I promise, I won’t. I never do. (turns his back to her)

Lana: (as she changes the shirt) What do you mean, Clark?

Clark: I mean, you know, how I can see through things…

Lana: You mean you can see… not just x-ray-like skeletons, but…?

Clark: Yeah. But I don’t do it, Lana. I don’t peek. And I won’t.

Lana: I’m finished, Clark. You can turn around now.

Clark: You want me to dry your own shirt for you n - -

(he stops when he sees her shirt and bra, laid out near the heated rocks. The thought of drying her bra made Clark blush like never before.)

Lana: That’s okay, Clark. If you don’t mind, I’d like to keep your flannel shirt on. It’s a lot warmer.

Clark is relieved, but still uncomfortable about the bra lying out in the open.

Lana realizes his embarrassment.

Lana: Turn around, Clark. (He does. She folds the bra and hides it under the shirt, on the rock.) Okay, Clark. (He turns) Is that better?

Clark: Much. (He grins)

Lana suddenly sneezes several times,

Clark: Lana, you’re still half-wet. You, uh… you want me to uh… to dry your jeans?

Lana: Yeah, I guess so, Clark. Turn around again. Absolutely NO PEEKING!

Clark: I promise. (He turns his back)

Lana unzips her jeans. Clark hears the zipper and feels very uncomfortable. He shuts his eyes tight, even though he already has his back to her. Lana slips off her wet jeans, rolls them into a ball, and throws them as far as she can, beyond Clark. She sits very near to the heated rocks to allow her underwear to dry as best it could. She was NOT going to take those off. She knew Clark wouldn’t really want to have to dry them anyway.

Lana: Okay, Clark. The jeans are in front of you.

Clark picks up the jeans and spins around to dry them, then turns, without thinking, to give them back to Lana.

Lana: Clark!!

Clark: (turns away quickly; speaks hurriedly) I’m sorry! I didn’t see anything! Really I didn’t!

Lana: (laughing) It’s okay, Clark. Your shirt goes half way to my knees. There was nothing to see. – But keep your back turned while I slip my jeans on.

Lana puts her jeans on and remains standing.

Lana: Okay, Clark.

Clark turns around. “How can she still look so hot in my flannel shirt?” he thinks to himself. He walks nearer to Lana.

Clark: (quietly) Lana, have you enjoyed our afternoon at my secret hide-out?

Lana: I’ve never had a more adventurous day in all my life. Let’s see – I met a Kryptonian, who has super-strength, super-speed, can see through things and x-ray things, can start fires with his eyes, and has super-hearing. Besides that, he’s my very own clothes dryer. (She grins mischievously) – AND he looks really hot in a wet T-shirt!

Clark blushes, but moves even closer to Lana, and takes her into his arms. He lowers his head to kiss her as she tips her chin up and closes her eyes. They share a tender kiss. Then, she rests her head on his chest. He strokes her hair. She runs her fingers through his hair. They kiss again. After awhile, they separate. Clark looks out to see that the rain is still coming down in torrents.

Clark: Well, now that you’re all dry, I don’t want to get you wet again by trying to speed you home. I guess we’ll bunk here for the night and I’ll zip you home in the morning.

Clark re-heats the rocks. He sits with his back against the wall and motions Lana to sit beside him. She gladly does as he requests. Clark puts his arm around her and lets her rest her head on his chest.

Clark: Comfortable?

Lana: Yeah. There’s no place I’d rather be.

They sit in a peaceful silence until they both drift off to sleep.
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Coming next, Part 2: The morning scene…

[ClarksGirl21]

i like your twists on the story line... haha.. nice writing SVsleuth ;) i cant wait to read more! good work!

[NYC300Z]

wow that was really cool. The reveal scene was done in a unique way! I've been to the Blue Ridge Mountains in Virginia they are very beautiful. Can't wait for the morning scene!! PPMS!!

[SVsleuth]

Thanks! I wanted to do something completely different from the Alt. Forsaken Ending.

We drove along the Blue Ridge Pkwy. on our way to Williamsburg, on our honeymoon. I've been wanting to do it again. It's so beautiful!

[booze_is_me09]

that was wonderful!

[4EverSmallville]

That was great, I can't wait for the morning scene. I loved how embarrassed Clark was during the "want me to dry those too?" moment in the cave :).

[SVsleuth]

COVENANT – Part 2

Before the crack of dawn, Clark awoke in the cave. He opened his eyes to a most beautiful sight: Lana, the girl of his dreams, asleep peacefully, her head resting upon his chest. “She’s so beautiful,” he thought to himself, as he looked over every feature of her gorgeous face: her cute little nose, her silky hair, her long eyelashes, her soft lips…..her soft lips….her soft lips. Clark couldn’t resist the overwhelming urge to lean down and gently kiss those perfect lips. He kissed her, ever so gently. She stirred slightly. He kissed her again.

Lana: (starting to wake) Clark?

Clark: Yeah, it’s me. Sorry, Lana. I didn’t mean to wake you. But I just couldn’t resist kissing your beautiful lips.

Lana: Well, how about another? – So I can remember it this time.

Clark: Gladly.

Clark leans down and kisses her again. Lana puts her hand behind his head and pulls him in, kissing him more passionately. She lets herself fall backwards onto the blanket, pulling Clark down with her. He continues to kiss her for several minutes. Then, Clark suddenly sits up, pulling Lana up too.

Lana: What’s wrong, Clark? (Lana wonders why he would suddenly pull out of such a perfect moment.)

Clark leans back against the wall. Lana joins him there. He puts an arm around her.

Clark: Lana, this has been the best night of my life. I want this more than anything. I want this to never end, Lana. But….there are some things I haven’t told you yet. Important things, Lana, that you need to know if you are to be able to make the choice to be with me.

Lana: Clark, what else could there possibly be? You’ve already told me that you are from a planet called Krypton, and that you have lots of special powers, which you’ve shown to me. What could you possibly have left out?

Clark: Well, don’t you want to know why I went to Metropolis? And why I dumped you for Jesse? And why I kissed Chloe at the Talon? And why I kissed you at the Talon, that first time?

Lana: Well, now that you mention it, yeah. What was going on with you, Clark?

Clark: It was the red meteor rocks, Lana.

Lana: (thinking) The ones in our class rings?

Clark: Yeah. Well, Lana, they have a strange effect on me. They change my personality.

Lana:(remembering) So that’s why you sometimes acted like a completely different person?

Clark: Yes. They take away my good judgment, Lana, and I just do what I feel like doing at the moment. I kind of just act on instinct. When we got the class rings, I didn’t know about the strange effect they would have on me. I acted very differently toward you, and toward Jesse. The time I kissed Chloe – well, Pete purposely slipped a rock into my pocket to drug me, so I would go along with the fun he and Chloe were planning while infected with the parasite.

Lana: Pete knew?

Clark: Yeah. I told him everything last year. Actually, that’s why he has to leave. People are harassing him, trying to get information out of him, about me.

Lana: Oh, Clark!

Clark: That’s one reason why I didn’t go through with telling you everything when you came to my loft a few days ago. Pete had just told me he was leaving. I was afraid they’d harass you too. And they might, Lana. I hope my telling you won’t become a burden to you. That’s the last thing I ever wanted.

Lana: I know, Clark. (she leans over and gives him a small kiss) Back to the red meteor rocks, Clark – what about Metropolis?

Clark: Metropolis was different, Lana. I knew what the rock would do to me. But I consciously chose to use it.(pauses) I was trying to run away from my origins, Lana. Jor-El wanted to take me away from my home, my parents, and you. And… I didn’t want him to. I tried to deny my heritage. I wanted to push it away. I wanted to forget that I am from Krypton and just be normal – so I could be with you, Lana.

Clark pauses to reflect on those sad times. He sighs, then continues.

Clark: So I destroyed the ship, Lana. That’s what caused the giant crater in our yard. But, Lana, the explosion caused my parents’ truck to overturn. My mom… (Clark swallows hard, remembering) … she lost the baby…. my brother or sister, Lana, … died…. because of me. (A tear spills down Clark’s cheek. Lana wipes it away for him.) I caused my parents so much pain. I couldn’t stand it. I had to escape. So I left. I wanted to stay with you, Lana. But I was so afraid I would cause you even more pain. So, I put on a class ring and left.

Lana wipes his tears again, and kisses his cheek.

Lana: I’m so sorry, Clark. I wish I could have really been there for you. I wish you didn’t have to go through that alone.

Clark nods his head in response, giving a slight smile.

Clark: (gaining his composure) Jor-El wanted me to accept my origins. He even branded the family symbol onto my chest. He kept saying he wanted me to “fulfill my destiny.” And now, that girl, Kara - - she keeps trying to get me to go to Jor-El so I can “fulfill my destiny.” Lana, I don’t know what that is supposed to be. Jor-El obviously had something specific in mind for me when he sent me here. (stops for a moment, then continues) There was a message - - in the ship. It said I was sent here to conquer.

Lana: To conquer? Are you sure it said that, Clark? What exactly did it say? Do you remember?

Clark: Let me see. (He thinks) It said, “On this third planet from this star Sol, you will be a god among men. They are a flawed race. Rule them with strength, my son. That is where your greatness lies.”

Lana: (thinks it over) That doesn’t necessarily mean to conquer, Clark.

Clark: There were messages on the cave walls too. Kyla said the Kawatchee pictographs say that Namaan (that’s me) is going to save the Kawatchee people and one day protect the entire world. (Sighs heavily again) There were Kryptonian symbols on the cave wall, too. One day, the writing changed, after Dr. Walden was there. The new message said, “The day is coming when the last son will begin his quest to rule the third planet.” Jor-El referred to me as the “Last Son.”

Lana: Wow. That’s a lot to carry on your shoulders, Clark.

Clark: Yeah. It is. All of this frightens me, Lana. I don’t want to rule the Earth; and I don’t want to protect the Earth. I just want to live as normal a life as possible, with you by my side, and use my abilities to help people when I can. That’s it. I’m a simple guy.

Lana: (turning his face toward her with her hand) I’d like that, Clark. (She leans in and kisses him gently.) So, any more secrets?

Clark: Well, the green meteor rocks - - they make me weak and sick.

Lana: (surprised) Clark! How can you manage to survive in Smallville with all the meteor rocks?

Clark: I’m careful. (He grins.)

Lana: (remembering) Clark - - my necklace - - did it make you sick?

Clark: Yes, Lana. That’s why I could never get near you without becoming a total loser. It’s also how Whitney was able to string me up as the scarecrow - - and how Tina was able to get me out of the way as she tried to take my place.

Lana: Oh, Clark – And that’s why you asked me to keep my necklace in the lead box, isn’t it?

Clark: Yeah. But I really did want you to be able to put your past behind you and move on. I hate to see you suffering.

Lana: Thanks, Clark.

Clark leans in to kiss Lana. They kiss again and again. Clark buries his face in Lana’s sweetly scented hair, taking in her fragrance. He holds her close, as if he never wants to let her go. He thinks about the one thing he has yet to tell her. He doesn’t want to lose her. He pulls her closer, tighter. Lana senses something in his manner.

Lana: Clark? What is it? Are you okay?

Clark: (still clinging to her) I just want to remember this moment with you. I want to etch every bit of it into my memory forever. I need something to hang onto, Lana. Something to remember if ….if….in case you….(breathes heavily)… in case you can’t accept the last thing that I have to tell you, Lana.

Lana: You’re scaring me, Clark. What is it?

Clark: Lana, there’s one more thing I haven’t told you about me. And…(he pauses for several moments)… it is so hard to talk about it. I am so afraid to tell you, Lana. So…

Lana: Clark, you know you can tell me anything.

Clark: I know, Lana. But this… this is so hard. (He pauses) I’m afraid that after I tell you this… that your feelings for me will change, and I’ll lose you forever, Lana.

Lana: Nothing could ever do that, Clark. Clark, look at me. (She places her hand on his face and turns it toward her.) I love you. Nothing you say can change that.

Clark:(looking deeply into her eyes) I hope you’re right. Kiss me again, Lana. I need you.

Lana leans in and kisses him, more passionately then she ever has. He returns the kiss, with everything that is in him. Finally, he pulls back, to speak.

Clark: (looking into her eyes) Oh, Lana, I don’t want to lose this. I don’t want to lose you. I love you so much. I love you more than life itself.

Lana: (softly) I know that, Clark. We’ll be okay. Our love can sustain it. Please, Clark, what is it that you are so afraid to tell me?


Coming soon: Part 3 - The last secret

So sorry for the cliffy, but I'm out of time, & that was the only logical place to stop.

[NYC300Z]

Yeah omg can't wait until Clark tells her the last part! PPMS!!!

[binkys711]

oh man! another cliffy:rolleyes: PPMS!!! don't leave s hanging for too long!;)

[SVsleuth]

COVENANT – PART 3

NOTE: please read Part 2 just before reading Part 3, to get the best emotional continuity

Clark: Lana, you know that…. that I would rather die than ever cause you pain and suffering.

Lana: I know that, Clark.

Clark: (intensely) Do you really, Lana? It’s very important to me that you truly believe that, without any doubt. Say it back to me, Lana. (He looks at her with urgency.) Please.

Lana: (hesitantly) You… You would rather die than ever cause me pain and suffering.

Clark: Again, Lana.

Lana: (protesting) Clark - -

Clark: Please, Lana. (He looks pleadingly into her eyes.)

Lana: You would rather die than ever cause me pain and suffering.

Clark: Do you believe it, Lana? Do you truly believe it? He searches her eyes for the truth.

Lana: Clark, I believe it with all my heart. I know that you would never intentionally cause me pain. But, what’s this all about, Clark?

Clark: Lana, what is it that has caused you the most pain in life?

Lana: You know the answer to that, Clark: the death of my parents in the meteor shower.

Clark: (exhales heavily) I knew you would say that, Lana. And I want you to know that… that if I could change what happened that day, I would do it in a heartbeat - - for you. But, I don’t have the power to do that, Lana.

Lana: Of course you don’t, Clark.

Clark: (sincerely) Lana, I wish that I could. I truly wish that I could go back in time and change it. Lana…. (looking into her eyes & speaking slowly, deliberately) Lana, I would rather….. that I had died on Krypton with my parents, so that your parents could have lived.

He pauses, to let his meaning sink in, keeping eye contact.

Clark: (continuing) If I could have made the choice, Lana, I would have chosen to die on Krypton, rather than……(takes a deep breath) ….. rather than come here and cause you pain and suffering through the loss of your parents.

Lana: Clark, are you saying… ? (she stops as she realizes the truth of what he was revealing) No….No… No… It can’t be…..

Lana puts her hand to her mouth. She starts shaking, and tears begin to pour from her eyes.

Lana: (through her sobs) Your ship…. arrived… in the meteor shower? Your coming…. brought the meteor shower?

Clark: (quietly) Yes, Lana. Lana, I can’t stand it that I’ve brought so much pain into your life. I wish Jor-El had never sent me here. Why did he think that saving my life was worth the lives of your parents and the dozens of others who died in the meteor shower? Not to mention all those whose lives were forever altered by the meteor rocks, and the harm that some of them brought to others. I wish I could go back and change his choice, Lana. (He again looks into her eyes) I wish it with all my heart. But I can’t. I don’t have the power to do that.

Lana and Clark are both crying heavily now.

Lana: (still in shock) No…No…No… It can’t be. This can’t be happening…. My Clark. …. My parents. (she breaks down again, sobbing)

Clark: Lana. (He wipes some of her tears and turns her face to him) Lana. Tell me again what you said you believed with all your heart a little while ago. Please, Lana? Can you still say it?

Lana: (through her sobs) You….you would…. rather…. die… than ever… cause me pain… and suffering.

Clark: (urgently) Again, Lana, again.

Lana: You would rather die than... ever cause me pain and suffering.

Clark: Do you still believe it, Lana? (insistently) Do you?

Lana: (pauses to consider, as she studies his face, so filled with emotion) Yes, Clark. Deep in my heart I know that it is true. You would rather that you had died rather than my parents. Yes, I believe that, Clark. I know you. I can see the immense guilt you are carrying. You sincerely wish that you had died, had never come here, so that my parents would have lived. And you blame yourself for everything that has happened because of the meteor shower.

Clark: I do, Lana. One life, my life, at such a high cost. I feel so guilty, Lana. Why did Jor-El do it? Didn’t he know how much pain and suffering it would bring to Earth? Didn’t he care? I can’t change it, Lana. The best I can do is to try to make the best of the reality in which we find ourselves. (softly)And, Lana, if I can spend my life trying to return some joy and happiness to you, then that’s what I’d like to do. If I can bring you times of peace and love and contentment – like the time we spent together last night – then that is what I wish to devote my life to doing. (He looks into her eyes again) I want to bring you true happiness, true joy, deep love. I hope you will allow me to do that for you. I hope that you will still want me to be a part of your life. I want you in my life, Lana. I truly desire to be with you. Is there still a chance for “us”, Lana? Please say that there is.

Lana: Oh, Clark. This was very difficult for me to hear. But…. you’re right. We can’t change the past. All we can do is make the best of the future. And I can’t imagine my future without you, Clark. I want you in my life. The meteor shower took my parents from me, Clark. But, it also brought me a gift – you. I can’t lose you too, Clark. I know that you would willingly swap places with my parents if you could. And I know that you love me more than any other guy on this Earth could ever love me. And I love you, Clark, more than any other girl on this Earth could ever love you. I want to be with you, Clark – always.

Tears stream down Clark’s face again. He draws Lana into a tight embrace. They hold each other, crying together for a while. Eventually, the sobs subside and peace sets in. Clark pulls out a few handkerchiefs from his pocket and dries his face with one, and Lana’s with the other. She laughs a bit as he dries her tears. Then he pulls her toward him and begins to kiss her – her cheek, her face, her chin, her lips……..
Then, her neck, her chin, her soft lips. Tenderly, lovingly, they kiss each other, still in a tight embrace.

Lana: Hold me, Clark. Just hold me. I want to stay in your arms forever. I love you.

Clark: I won’t let you go, Lana. I’ll hold you as long as you need me to. I want you in my arms – always. I love you with all my heart, Lana. (They begin to kiss again.)

***
After awhile, Clark and Lana settle back against the wall with Clark’s arm around Lana and Lana’s head resting on his chest. They sit in a peaceful silence for awhile. Finally, Clark breaks the silence.

Clark: You hungry?

Lana: Starved!

Clark speeds off, and returns in a few minutes with some freshly cooked fish. They share the fish for breakfast, punctuated by a kiss here or there. Finally, Lana gathers up her extra clothes, and Clark super-speeds them back to the Kent Farm. The Kents are very glad to see them. They had been worrying all night and even had a search party out looking for them.

Clark: Sorry, Mom, Dad. We didn’t mean to worry you. We just got caught in the rain and…

Martha: Rain? It didn’t rain, Clark.

Clark: It did where we were, Mom. (he gives her a mysterious grin)

Martha: Is that why Lana is wearing your shirt?

Clark: Yeah, Mom. It was warmer for her. Don’t worry. I took good care of her. (proudly) Even cooked trout.

Martha: Clark, can I talk to you? (She pulls him aside.) Did you…? (looks at him questioningly)

Clark: Yes, Mom. I did. I told Lana everything.

Martha: Well, I guess I’ll have to trust your judgment, Clark.

Clark: Thanks, Mom. (he walks back to Lana) Ready to go home? Your car’s still here. But I’ll drive you home and “walk” back – if you don’t mind.

Lana: I don’t mind at all, Clark.

Clark and Lana get in Lana’s SUV and drive off together. Soon, they arrive at Chloe’s house. Clark walks with Lana up to the porch.

Lana: (turning towards Clark) Clark, thanks. Thanks for taking the risk and opening up to me. I know it was extremely difficult for you to do that. I had a really great time. It was the best night of my life. I’ll always treasure it, Clark. But I hope we’ll have many more opportunities to spend time together like that.

Clark: We will. I promise. – Lana, speaking of opportunities – you were planning to go to Paris in search of “opportunities” you didn’t want to miss out on. Lana, are you still planning to go to Paris?

Lana: (with a mischievous grin) Sure, Clark.

He seems taken aback, stunned.

Clark: But, Lana, I …

Lana: Clark. I’d still love to see Paris, and so many other places in the world. But, I no longer want to go alone and leave you behind. I no longer have a need to run away from you. I still want to see the world, Clark. But I hope we can do it together. I don’t want to go anywhere without you, Clark.

Clark: (Clark smiles, relieved) Yeah.

He leans in to kiss her, enfolding her in his large arms. His lips seek hers out and her lips willingly respond to his.

Clark: I love you, Lana. Get some rest. I’ll come by this afternoon and take you out – on a real date.

Lana: That would be perfect, Clark. See you later. (She gives him one more kiss.) I love you. Bye.

Lana opens the door and goes inside. She watches as Clark turns and walks away, then suddenly disappears.

Lana: (smiles knowingly.) “Where in the world could I ever find a more adventurous life than this?” she thinks to herself as she closes the door and ascends the stairs.

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THE END of COVENANT: Alternate Scenes. Next post will be on The Clana Journals thread, Crusade.

[NYC300Z]

Amazing! actually brought a tear to my left eye. Can't wait for more alternate endings! This story's great we keep getting to see the reveal seen in diferent ways! PPMS!!

[SVsleuth]

Thanks. Glad I have one fan anyway. ;)

Anyone else reading this, please post a response, so I'll know if you want more. Thanks.

SVsleuth

[Scotty]

The writers of Smallville think that keeping Clark and Lana apart is the key to good ratings, but I think these are much more entertaining than any Smallville episode I've seen yet. I wish you were one of the writers for Smallville, or at least able to influence the show. Please post more.

[SVsleuth]

Thanks. Welcome to K-Site, Scotty. I'm honored that you posted your 4th post on my thread, after 3 on ajfinn's - and she's the BEST!

SVsleuth

[4EverSmallville]

Whenever I read these, I always have this image in my mind of it being onscreen. Thanks to your descriptive writing, I can see it easily. But when I'm "watching" I'm always sensing this emotional tension, whether it be good or bad, and I always want to react to what's happening with a smile or moist eyes.

Basically, your words make the writing come to life for me, and I only wish that this kind of thing would come to life on the show. Great work.

[SVsleuth]

Thanks for the great feedback, 4EverSmallville. I'm hooked on your story too. :)
If you're reading "The Clana Journals" too, I posted a short update there tonight as well: an Added scene that goes between Covenant & Crusade. Enjoy.

[Cardinal]

We ALWAYS want more!

Like most Clana fans, I prefer the alternate episode endings to the originals. :D

[MOOman0618]

I am loving these alternate endings. Why can't the actual show have endings like these? Crusade should be an interesting remake! Can't wait!

[binkys711]

THESE ALTERNATE ENDINGS ARE AMAZING!!!!why couldn't this have happened than all the pain they brought on.....I love your endings waaaaaayyyyyy better;)PPMS!!!

[ajfinn]

SVsleuth -- you have such an amazing way of expressing emotion. You make me smile and cry all at the same time :D Love these alternate endings :)

[SVsleuth]

Thanks, everyone. The next part of The Clana Journals thread has been posted now: CRUSADE - Lana in Paris, & Clark returning from being Kal-El... - Enjoy! :)

***
NEW READERS! PLEASE READ!
INSTRUCTIONS for enjoying the Season 4 re-write that begins with the next Alternate Scene: GONE

#1 Make sure you have watched & are very familiar with all of Seasons 1, 2, & 3 of Smallville, & Crusade from S4.

#2 Then, go to my CLANA Journals thread & at least read my posts for GONE: Posts numbered 101, 112, 115, & the beginning of #126, where I inserted a *NOTE* telling you to now come back here. (For even better continuity, read from the beginning of the CLANA Journals thread, through post #126 in GONE where the *NOTE* tells you to come back here.)

#3 At that point, switch to this thread & start reading at Part 1 of GONE. (it starts with Post #43) Then continue on through the rest of the season on this thread. Enjoy.

PM me if you are confused. I am re-posting this continuity elsewhere to make it easier to read & follow the proper continuity.

I hope this will help readers who are new to my stories.

SVsleuth

[booze_is_me09]

SVsleuth, you are doing an amazing job!CAN'T WAIT TO READ MORE!!!!!!!!PPMS!!!!

[jparagele]

OMG! i luv this story it's seriously one of the best... may be far fetched but still it's awesome! plz update soon!

[NYC300Z]

Can't wait for ur alternate scenes for GONE keep up the great work!!

[BriannaD413]

That was perfect, we all know that's how it should have ended!! LOL.

[SVsleuth]

SEASON 4 Re-write starts here, after reading CLANA JOURNALS through Post #126 to the *NOTE*

Alternate CLANA Scenes: GONE

Assume that everything that happened in my Clana Journals thread for GONE happened exactly the same, until Lana and Clark meet in the cave. That’s where this alternate ending begins.

(Clark goes to the caves, to ponder the legend of Namaan & Segeeth)

(Lana is in the Kawatche caves. Night. She shines a flashlight along the walls looking at the different paintings, looking for a certain familiar one. Clark enters behind her with his own flashlight.)

Clark: Lana.

(Lana turns around, not sure how to explain herself.)

Clark: What are you doing down here?

Lana: Probably the same thing you are.

(Clark waits for her to go on.) It's peaceful.

Clark: You're two for two. You keep showing up when I least expect to see you.

Lana: I'm not trying to surprise you, Clark.

Clark: I know. It's just when you left, I wasn't sure when I'd see you again.

Lana: It's funny, isn't it. After everything we've been through, I thought it would take us longer to get over it.

Clark: Us? (He’s thinking, “I thought it would take you longer to get over it – a hot summer fling? Romantic? – I’m certainly not over it. My feelings have never changed.”)

Lana: You and Lois. (She’s thinking, “Taking a shower together?)

Clark: Lois? Me & Lois? Lana, where’d you ever get that idea? I can’t think of one thing that I even like about Lois.

Lana: (confused) But Lois said that….

Clark: (annoyed at Lois) Lois said what?

Lana: She said that you… that she… um…

Clark: Lana. Please. Tell me what Lois told you. She’s been so annoying ever since she came here. She seems to enjoy getting me in trouble with my parents – and apparently, with you. What did she say?

Lana: She said something about a… a shower? …. With you?

Clark: WHAT? I’m going to kill her. First, she misleads my parents about that incident, and now you? Wait ‘till I get a hold of her. It’s time for her to leave. (Clark is furious.)

Lana: Clark, calm down. I’ve never seen you so worked up before.

Clark: Well you haven’t had to put up with Lois like I have.

Lana: So, do I get to hear your version of this “incident”?

Clark: Gladly. Lois came here to try to find out what really happened to Chloe. I offered to help, because Chloe was my best friend for so long – and I didn’t want to see Lionel go free. I offered Lois a place to stay while we investigated – an offer I regret a million times every day. She is so hard to live with. Anyway, Lois & I went to see Chloe’s safe-house – or, rather, what’s left of it. While we were there a helicopter arrived and some guys jumped out and chased us. We escaped. When we got back home, my parents weren’t there. Lois & I were both covered in dirt and needed to shower. I allowed Lois to shower first. When she finally vacated the bathroom after a marathon shower, I went in for my turn. As I was showering, I was suddenly interrupted by Lois’ voice asking some smart-ass question. I was shocked that she had come in the room while I was showering to dry her hair or something. From behind the shower curtain, I told her that we usually take turns in the bathroom. She ignored me, and stayed. So I decided to quickly wrap myself in a towel and escape to my room. Only, when I opened the door, my mom was standing there with folded towels to put away. Lois made a point of peeking out from behind the door and saying, “Hi, Mrs. Kent” while smiling at my mom from behind me.

(Lana laughed out loud) :lol:

Clark: It may seem funny to you, but it was no such thing to me. I wanted to kill her. Then, as my parents were grilling us, Lois says, “I don't understand what the big deal is here. We just took a shower.” I cut in quickly, “Showers. We took separate showers! My mom was skeptical. “At noon?” she asked.

(Lana was almost rolling on the floor laughing by now, :rotfl: tears rolling down her face from laughing so hard.)

Clark: I don’t see that it’s that funny, Lana.

Lana: It is when you realize that I’ve had this image in my head of you and Lois together ever since she told me that – before I had seen you, Clark. (Lana pauses to gain her composure.) Seriously, Clark, I was stewing over it. I couldn’t figure out how in the hell she got you to… to do that. And… (more quietly, seriously) I couldn’t get over that you had moved on so quickly … after everything you said before I left.

Clark: (stepping closer to her and looking into her eyes, he speaks softly) What did I say, Lana?

Lana: (looking away) You said that – that your feelings for me had never changed. (She risks a glance at him.)

Clark: (quietly) They haven’t.

(Lana’s heart begins to race. She can’t figure out what to say.)

Clark: Lana. You came back. Did you find what you were looking for?

(Lana is confused, thoughts jumbling in her head: Jason, Clark, the tattoo…)

Clark: Lana? Are you okay?

Lana: (finally finding her voice) No. No Clark. I’m not. I’m terribly confused.

Clark: Confused? About what, Lana? About that guy you met in Paris? About us?

(Lana finally looks up at Clark)

Lana: Us? (She searches his eyes) Is there an “us,” Clark?

Clark: That’s up to you, Lana. I hope that there can be. I’ve really missed being with you, Lana – not just while you were in Paris, but ever since the day I left for Metropolis.

(Lana just stares into his eyes, speechless. She sees his sincerity, and his deep love for her. Her heart races. She knows she can trust him. Stepping close to him she wraps her arms around his waist and rests her head upon his chest. Clark gladly envelops her in his arms, drawing her to his heart. He strokes her hair gently, then kisses her lightly on the forehead.)

Clark: Welcome home, Lana. (He smiles at her)

Lana: Thanks, Clark. I’m glad to be here with you. It’s the only place that feels like home.

***
Coming next: Alt. CLANA Scene: GONE – Part 2 – Probably not until late Sunday.

[binkys711]

awwww!!!!that was sooo sweet!!!I loved it!!!can't wait 'till the next part!:D

[NYC300Z]

oh that was funny Lana laughing at Clark about what happned! Well at least she knows the truth now! Now maybe they can open up and tell eachother both their secrets!~ PPMS!!

[Cardinal]

Yeah! Another Clanalicious alternate scene! :cool:

Lana going into near hysterics over the shower incident is just sooooo choice!

[ajfinn]

Clark: Tell me what Lois told you. She’s been so annoying ever since she came here.

That was my favorite line. It was my constant thought all year long. So I just wanted to say that. Umm, yeah. That's pretty much my point of the day :D

Also, that was a great cave scene. Makes me hurt inside that it didn't happen that way!! I think WE understand Clana much better than the writers do.

[MOOman0618]

I love having Lana laugh at Clark. I definatly don't think they let any character, and especially Lana, laugh enough on the show

[SVsleuth]

Alternate CLANA Scenes: GONE –Part 2

Clark pulls Lana into another embrace. Lana relaxes in the comfort of his strong arms. After several minutes, Clark breaks the silence.

Clark: Lana, um, why did you really come to the caves? I’ve never seen you down here before, unless you were looking for me.

Lana: The caves are the reason I came home, Clark.

Clark: (feigning a pout) Aw, it wasn’t because you missed me?

Lana: Well, I think that was a factor too.

Clark: Wait, so you came home because you missed the caves? You’ve never been interested in them before.

Lana: Well, um, I…… I never had this before.

(She turns her back to Clark and lifts up her shirt so he can see the symbol.)

Clark: Wow! Lana. You had your initials tattooed on your back? – in Paris?

Lana: My initials? Is that what it is, Clark?

Clark: Um…., Uh…..

Lana: Clark, please. If you know what this symbol means, please tell me.

Clark: How did you get it, Lana?

Lana: You’re going to think I’ve lost my mind, Clark.

Clark: Try me, Lana. I’ve experienced some pretty strange things in my life.

(Lana is silent, considering.)

Clark: The symbol is two L’s, Lana. It says L.L. – Lana Lang?

Lana: How do you know, Clark?

Clark: It’s a long story, Lana. One I intended to tell you before you left for Paris, hoping that maybe if I told you the truth, you would stay. But circumstances prevented me from being able to do so. And then you were gone.

Lana: Clark. I know you have secrets. And I’ve badgered you for so long about it. I’m sorry, Clark. I didn’t realize how it felt to have a big secret that no one knows. But I understand now, Clark. Because…… because I have a secret too. And… it’s really scary to risk sharing it with anyone. Clark, you don’t have to tell me everything. I know that sometimes there are really good reasons to keep something secret. And I believe that you must have such reasons, or you would have told me a long time ago.

Clark: I do, Lana. I do have such reasons. Everyone who has found out my secret has either died, been threatened, or has had to move away. Lana, I never wanted to put you in danger. But I also have had a great desire to tell you everything about me. I think about it every day, Lana. I so much want you to really know me.

Lana: And I do want to know you, Clark. But… if there are certain things that, in your judgment, are too dangerous to tell me now – that’s okay. I can wait, Clark. I trust you. I trust your judgment.

Clark: Thanks, Lana. That means a lot.

(He hugs her close again, kissing her on the forehead. She wraps her arms around him, squeezing him tightly.)

Lana: Clark, something strange happened to me in Paris. And it has to do with these symbols – and these caves. Clark, does your secret have anything to do with these caves and these symbols?

Clark:(pulling back and looking directly into her eyes) Yes, Lana. Yes, it does. But I don’t understand how you fit into this.

(Lana’s heart begins to beat wildly as she hears Clark’s answer. She searches his eyes, trying to decide if she should tell him. Finally, she decides.)

Lana: Okay, Clark. I’m going to tell you what happened. Maybe together we can begin to understand. Okay.

(She takes a breath and exhales heavily.)

Lana: I was in Paris. I had an art project to do. Jason took me to a church in Paris and showed me the tomb of a warrior princess. He said he thought she’d be perfect for my project. After Jason left, I unrolled my paper, laid it over the brass engraving of the Countess Theroux, and began rubbing the charcoal over the paper. As her image appeared on the paper, something seemed strangely familiar about her. I stopped for a moment, but then just continued – to her shield. As I rubbed over her shield, a symbol appeared. This symbol. (She shines her flashlight on the L.L. symbol on the cave wall.) It seemed familiar. I reached out and touched it. Instantly, a bright light enveloped me and a wind began to blow my hair. My neck snapped back. Then, I must have passed out.

(Clark is staring at Lana with wide eyes.)

Lana: The next thing I knew, I was waking up in my Paris apartment, on my bed, totally naked. Twelve hours had passed! Someone was pounding on my door. It was Jason. I wrapped the sheet around me and went to the door. I told him I'd meet him downstairs in a few minutes. Then, I showered. And when I got out, I saw the tattoo – in the mirror.

(Lana noticed the look of disbelief on Clark’s face.)

Lana: I know it sounds crazy, Clark. But that’s really what happened. And then, I remembered these caves and the symbols. I looked through my pictures on my computer until I found one of you in these caves, taken right there. (She shines her light toward the L.L. symbol on the cave wall.) I thought I could see the same symbol on the wall behind you in the picture. At that moment, I knew I had to come home – and I knew I had to talk to you. (She pauses a moment.) Clark, do you think I’m crazy?

Clark: (smiling at her) No. No, Lana. You’re not crazy.

(He pauses – then exhales, nodding his head. He’s made a decision.)

Clark: Lana, something strange happened to me too, the day you left for Paris. That girl – the one I said was my cousin – well, she’s not. I don’t really know who she was. But, anyway, she brought me to the caves. And a bright light shone out from that wall over there. (He gestures to the wall.) And a voice called out to me to come to him or my dad would die. My dad told me not to go – to let him die. I didn’t want to lose him. I’d caused him so much pain already. So I considered going – for a second. But as I began to feel myself being pulled toward the light, I pulled back. Then, it seemed like some force just pulled me, overriding my efforts to resist. I was pulled into the light. All I remember is that it was peaceful; it felt like home.

(Now Lana is staring at Clark with wide eyes.)

Clark: The next thing I knew, I was waking up in a field in Smallville during a lightning storm. That was three days ago. And I was naked. Three months had gone by. I didn’t remember my name, or my parents, or you or Chloe.

(Clark pauses, thinking. Then he continues.)

Clark: I think that’s as much as I want to reveal for now, Lana. There’s so much more.

Lana: So, obviously, you somehow regained your memories and your identity and here you are – with me.

Clark: Right.

(Clark grasps Lana’s shoulders gently, and looks deeply into her eyes. He sees trust. He sees love. He pulls her gently toward him, leans down, and gently kisses her lips – not once, but several times. Tenderly. Lana returns his kisses eagerly.)

(After a few moments, Clark speaks.)

Clark: Lana? What about Jason?

Lana: Jason? (She pauses and considers.) Clark, Jason never made my heart race the way you do. Jason never had the power to completely mesmerize me with one look. He was fun to be around, funny, adventurous – a bit like you when you were in Metropolis.

Clark: Like that?

Lana: A bit like that.

Clark: I was reckless.

Lana: Yeah, but really free and adventurous – and hot. (She kisses him lightly.)

Clark: (his face reddening) I see. So you like adventure, freedom, and fun. – and hot. (He grins at her.) You’re right. I guess that does sound like me on Red-K.

Lana: Red K?

Clark: Um… We’ll get to that later, Lana. For now – um… it’s just something I should avoid. It’s something that affects my personality – kind of drugs me – and I act more adventurous and take more risks. A lot more risks.

Lana: Oh -

Clark: Well, Lana. I think we’ve made a great start on being open and honest with each other. How about we go grab a bite to eat, then head back to my loft to investigate that Countess on the internet. She must have some connection to Kryp – uh – to these caves and symbols.

Lana: Clark. What’s Kryp-something?

Clark: Its…. It’s for later, Lana.

(Lana feigns a pout.)

Clark: Okay, okay. But not everything. It’s Krypton. It was a planet.

Lana: A planet? (She ponders this.) So… you think the symbols and the caves and the Countess are connected somehow to a planet called Krypton?

Clark: Exactly.

(Lana processes this for several minutes as she gazes at the cave symbols, moving her flashlight from one to another.)

Lana: Clark. Do you think that… that my missing twelve hours… and your missing three months… Do you think that maybe we were abducted by …. by aliens…. from Krypton?

Clark: (slowly, choosing his words carefully) I….. I guess you could put it that way. Yes. At least, I’m pretty sure I was. I’m not sure about you.

Lana: But… how do you know, Clark?

Clark: It’s going to take a long time to explain everything, Lana. And I will. I promise. But I’m getting really hungry now. So can we please take a dinner break? I’ll just say this for now: I can read the symbols, Lana. And I’ve met a scientist, Dr. Swann, who taught me a lot about Krypton. I may have to go see him to see if he can help us decipher this one! But enough. Let’s go eat.

(Clark & Lana exit the caves and walk toward Lana’s SUV.)

***
Coming next: Alt. CLANA Scenes: GONE - Part 3 I'm not sure when.

[Cardinal]

Yay for alternate Clana! Here Clark slowly dribbles out the truth, bit by bit.

[ClarksGirl21]

i know! it's great! i love it! it's all the things we wish were fixed magicaly repaired.. nice job SVsleuth

[4EverSmallville]

Slow and steady, Clark, slow and steady. Way to ease into it SVSleuth. I've read many takes on Clark revealing his secret to Lana and how he'd go about it. I like the pacing you're using for it :). Nice work.

[NYC300Z]

Yeah real nice he's taking things one at a time! I wonder what he'll reveal next! PPMS!!

[booze_is_me09]

wonderful! uh PPMS!

[MOOman0618]

Super update! I really enjoy the reworks of these episodes...it is so much different than most of the other stories.

Originally posted by SVsleuth

Lana: Clark. Do you think that… that my missing twelve hours… and your missing three months… Do you think that maybe we were abducted by …. by aliens…. from Krypton?

Clark: (slowly, choosing his words carefully) I….. I guess you could put it that way.


Heehee... :)

[binkys711]

great update! Clark is being very careful on choosing his words...PPMS!!!!:D

[SVsleuth]

Alternate CLANA Scenes: GONE – Part 3

(Clark & Lana exit the caves and walk toward Lana’s SUV.)

Clark: How about Chinese food?

Lana: Chinese would be great, Clark.

Clark: Good. (They arrive at the car.) Lana, would you allow me to drive? I hate being a passenger.

Lana: (handing over her keys) Sure, Clark.

Clark: Thanks.

(They get in, Clark adjusts the seat and mirrors, then begins to drive away.)

Lana: Clark, how did you get to the caves?

Clark: Um… I ran.

Lana: You ran. (She chuckles.) All the way from the farm? That’s quite a distance, Clark. And when you arrived, I don’t recall that you were out of breath or even sweating. You couldn’t have run, Clark.

Clark: Okay. Then how do you think I got there?

Lana: I don’t know.

Clark: Well, I’m telling you, I ran. (His eyes are dancing mischievously, as he glances at Lana.)

Lana: (playing along) It must have taken you a long time, Clark. How long did it take you?

Clark: You really want to know? The truth?

Lana: Yes, Clark, I really want to know. – The truth.

Clark: A few seconds.

Lana: What? Clark, stop playing games…

Clark: I’m not, Lana. I’m just telling you the truth – for once. And see, you don’t believe me.

Lana: (She looks at Clark doubtfully.) So, you want me to believe that you can run like… like a mile a second?

Clark: Something like that. Yep.

Lana: How…? Why…?

Clark: Here we are at the Chinese Restaurant, Lana.

(Clark parks the car, gets out and super-speeds to the other side to open Lana’s door for her.)

Lana: Thank you, Clark. (She smiles at him questioningly, as she thinks, “How did he get to my door so quickly?")

(They walk into the restaurant.)

Clark: Table for two, please. Non-smoking.

Hostess: Right this way.

(She leads them to a small table in a softly lit corner of the restaurant, and leaves menus for them.)

(Lana tries to think of something to say, but everything she thinks of has to do with the secrets – and she knows they shouldn’t discuss that here. So she busies herself with reading the menu.)

(Clark notices that Lana seems a bit uncomfortable about something.)

Clark: Lana. (She looks up at him. He winks at her.) We’ll talk more later. I promise.

Lana: Thanks, Clark. It’s just – I can’t think of anything else to talk about.

Clark: (smiling at that) Well, how about the food? What would you like? My treat. I’m going for Hot-N-Sour Soup, Sweet-N-Sour Chicken, eggroll, pork fried rice, & Chinese tea.

Lana: I haven’t decided yet. (She looks more closely at the menu. Finally, she decides.) I think I’d like Egg-drop Soup, Beef-N-Broccoli, egg roll, pork fried rice, and I’ll have tea as well.

(Just then the waitress appears.)

Waitress: Can I take your order?

(Clark places their orders and the waitress leaves.)

Clark: I’m glad we bumped into each other today, Lana. I’d hate it if you had gone on thinking that I was with Lois.

Lana: Yeah. I’m glad I was wrong, Clark. I’ve really enjoyed spending time with you again.

Clark: Yeah. Me too.

(He reaches across the table and places his hand over Lana’s. He looks lovingly into her eyes. She returns the gaze. After a few moments, the waitress brings a pot of hot tea and two tea cups. Clark releases Lana’s hand and pours tea into the cups, passing one to Lana. They sip their tea in silence, gazing at each other across the table.)

(Suddenly, a familiar voice catches Clark’s attention. He looks toward the sound. He sees her, at the take-out counter, complaining loudly about receiving the wrong order. The woman glances up and happens to see Clark – and Lana. She takes her order and walks quickly toward Clark & Lana, stopping at their table.)

Woman: Well, hi, Clark. Lana. I didn’t expect to see you two here – together. What happened to that guy from Paris, Lana?

Clark: (flatly) Lois. Hi. – Um.. – It’s none of your business why we’re here together or what became of Jason. I hope they corrected your order. See you later, Lois. Bye.

(Lois is silenced by Clark’s manner. She doesn’t move, however. Clark stands up and takes Lois by the elbow.)

Clark: Excuse me, Lana. I’ll be right back.

(Clark escorts Lois to the door.)

Clark: (annoyed) Lois, don’t ever do that again. I’ll have more to say to you later. Good-bye.

(He nudges her out the door of the restaurant, then returns to the table.)

Clark: Sorry, Lana. I told you Lois can be quite annoying.

Lana: Thanks for handling it, Clark.

Clark: Well, I couldn’t let Lois ruin an absolutely perfect evening with you – could I?

(He reaches over and squeezes her hand, then keeps her hand in his as they again gaze into each other’s eyes.)

(Lana & Clark enjoy the rest of their meal together, not talking about much at all, since they can’t speak of the things they really want to discuss – not here anyway. Soon, they are back in the car and Clark is driving back to the Kent farm.)

Lana: So, Clark, how did you do it?

Clark: Do what?

Lana: Get to the caves in a few seconds? Get to my door in an instant?

Clark: Well, Lana, I have some unusual abilities. One of them is super-speed. I can move really fast – faster than you can see me.

(He glances over at her to see her reaction.)

Lana: (Looking at him inquisitively.) Unusual abilities? Super-speed? How, Clark? Does it have anything to do with the caves, the symbols, and Krypton?

Clark: (Glancing at her as he drives.) Yes, Lana. It does. But… (He stops.)

Lana: But what, Clark?

Clark: Lana, I really need time to think about the consequences of telling you various pieces of information. I really want to be sure that I am not putting you in danger, or giving you too much of a burden to carry. Will you give me time, Lana? Time to figure out what I can tell you now, and what should wait?

Lana: Sure, Clark. I’m just glad you’re finally trying to be open with me. But, I told you, Clark, I understand how it is to have a big secret to keep; it’s okay if you need time. I trust your judgment.

Clark: Thanks, Lana. (He reaches over and holds her hand, flashing her an appreciative grin.)

(They arrive at the farm. Clark speeds around and opens Lana’s door again. She grins and giggles, but lets him take her hand and help her out. They walk hand in hand toward the barn. As they reach the barn door, Clark stops and guides Lana into the shadows. Only the light of the full moon illuminates the area. Clark looks down at Lana, gazing into her eyes.)

Clark: Thanks for being my date, Lana. I had a really great time.

Lana: Me too.

(Clark leans down and kisses her tenderly on her soft lips. Lana allows him to pull her closer as her lips respond willingly to his. She then leans her head against his chest, her arms around his waist. They enjoy several minutes in each other’s arms. Finally, Clark breaks the silence.)

Clark: Lana, I’d love nothing more than to stay here with you in my arms forever. But didn’t we come here to talk and to investigate that Countess?

Lana: (Giving him another squeeze.) Yeah. I guess we did.

(She tips her head back to see him. As her eyes meet his again, she feels her heartbeat quicken. She pushes up on her tippy-toes and puts a hand behind Clark’s head, pulling him close enough for her lips to reach his one more time. Clark lifts her up, to make it easier, as their lips meet again for a lingering kiss. Finally, he sets her down, and holding hands they make their way into the barn and up the stairs into the loft.)

***
(Coming Next: Alt. CLANA Scenes: GONE – Part 4 I’m not sure when.)

[Cardinal]

Clark just plain-ol' STONED Lois!

Between what she said about showering during the ride from the graveyard to the Kent farm, and her busybody attitude at the restaurant, it looks like Lois is/was trying to stake a claim of some sort to "Smallville." But she got rejected faster that a maxed-out credit card! :D

[NYC300Z]

Great update! Seeing them at the Chinese resturant and reading their orders how did u know i've worked at a Chinese resturant for like 5 years now?? No i'm not chinese but people do seem to ask me that every now and again i'm Greek. I wonder how long it's gonna take Clarkto confide in Lana more and what is Clark gonna tell Lana the tatto means?? Can't wait for the next scene!

PPMS!!

[booze_is_me09]

great post! PPMS!

[4EverSmallville]

:D. Clana in the car. Clana on the date. Clana in the loft. :D :D :D. Keeping quiet covering Clana is complicated. Say that five times fast, I'm in a good mood :p. Great update!!!

[SVsleuth]

Alt. CLANA Scenes: GONE – Part 4

Clark and Lana reach the top of the stairs and enter the loft.

Clark: Have a seat, Lana. I’ll get my laptop.

Lana sits on the couch as Clark sets up his laptop.

Clark: Okay, Lana. I know a lot about the caves, and I can read the Kryptonian symbols – like I told you before – but I’ve never seen them anywhere else. So the first question is, “How and why was there a Kryptonian symbol on that tomb in Paris?” And a second question is, “What really happened to you when you touched that symbol – and why you? And a third question, “Why was the symbol L.L. tattooed onto your back? And…

Lana: I think that’s plenty enough for us to start with, Clark. I’m sure we have a zillion questions we want answered.

Clark. Right. So let’s start with this Countess. Lana, what was the name of the “warrior princess”?

Lana: It was Countess Margaret Isabelle Theroux. I’m not sure how to spell it. I guess we’ll try lots of variations as we search.

Clark and Lana spend quite a while doing Google searches and pouring over websites, collecting what information they can find on Margaret Isabelle Theroux.

Lana: So, what have we found? She lived in the 16th and 17th centuries, in France. She was accused of witchcraft and condemned to be burned at the stake. But early in the 20th century, someone had her tomb moved into that church in Paris, and a story developed about her being a martyr for the faith. Some claimed that miracles happened at her tomb.

Clark: Yeah. And look here: she was from a place called Castelnau-de-Montmiral.

Lana: (her face turning pale) Castelnau-de-Montmiral? Really, Clark?

Clark notices Lana’s blanched face.

Clark: What is it, Lana? What’s the matter?

Lana: Clark. Remember when we had to do that genealogy project last year in history class?

Clark: Um-hmm. (nods his head)

Lana: Well, I researched my mom’s ancestry. And… some of her ancestors were from Castelnau-de-Montmiral. How weird is that?

Clark: Lana, did you keep your genealogy research?

Lana: Yes, Clark. But it’s packed away in storage, with most of my stuff. I planned to go to the storage unit tomorrow and start bringing stuff to the Talon apartment. I’ll try to find it.

Clark: Good. That could be important. You could be related to the Countess. Do you still have the art project you did in Paris?

Lana: Yes, Clark. That’s already at the apartment.

Clark: I’d like to see it. How about I’ll drive you home now, and I can come in and see it. Then I can just run home. (he grins)

Lana: I’m still having trouble wrapping my mind around that, Clark. Can you show me more clearly?

Clark: Like this?

Clark speeds down to the bottom floor and calls up to Lana.

Clark: I’m down here, Lana.

Lana gets up and walks to the top of the stairs and looks down, amazed. In an instant, Clark is standing beside her again. She shakes her head and grins.

Clark suddenly scoops Lana up in his arms and speeds back to the sofa. He sits her down on the couch and sits beside her. Lana is stunned.

Lana: Clark? That felt really strange! (she is shaking slightly)

Clark: (putting an arm around her) You okay, Lana? I didn’t mean to frighten you. (he is genuinely concerned)

Lana: I’m not afraid of you, Clark. I’m just …. adapting to this new reality. I’m okay. Really. (she smiles at him warmly)

Clark: Good. (He gives her a light kiss) Well then, let’s get going.

He stands up and starts to walk toward the stairs. Lana stays on the couch.

Clark: Aren’t you coming, Lana?

Lana: Can’t you super-speed us to the car, Clark? I’d like to try again. You caught me off-guard that first time.

Clark: (with a huge grin) Sure thing, Lana.

He zips over to Lana, scoops her up and speeds to the SUV in less than a second.

Clark: (still holding her in his arms) There. How’d you like it this time?

Lana: That was amazing, Clark. You are amazing.

She leans in and gives him a lingering kiss.

Clark: No, Lana. You are amazing. Thanks for believing in me.

Clark sets her down, they get in the car, and drive to the Talon.

***

At the Talon apartment, there are boxes stacked here and there and a lone chair in the corner. Lana goes to one of her suitcases that she had brought from Paris, opens it, and takes out a cardboard tube. She opens the end, and pulls out her charcoal rubbing of the Countess. She hands it to Clark. He unrolls it carefully, and studies the picture. After a few moments, he speaks.

Clark: Lana, she looks like you.

Lana: What?

Clark: Can’t you see the resemblance, Lana? She even has a diamond-shaped necklace – just like you did, Lana. – Wait. I’ve seen that somewhere else. (Clark stares into empty space, thinking, trying to remember.)

Lana: What? Where, Clark?

Clark: (mumbling to himself) The caves…. Kyla….. Destined to be with….. Bracelet….

Lana: Clark? Clark? (She doesn’t like the sound of “Kyla” and “Destined to be with” coming from Clark’s mouth together. But then Kyla’s dead, right? she thinks.) Clark?

Clark: What? Oh, sorry. I was just remembering.

Lana: What is it, Clark?

Clark: I’m not sure. I need to think about this a bit more – try to piece it together. Can I borrow this? (he holds up the picture) I promise, I’ll take good care of it.

Lana: Sure, Clark. But what’s going on? What are you thinking?

Clark: Lana, when I piece it together, you’ll be the first to know. It’s still kind of jumbled right now. I don’t think I can explain it coherently yet. I need time.

Lana: Okay, Clark. But please, promise me you’ll fill me in as soon as you can. I'm really getting scared.

Clark: (taking her hands in his & looking into her eyes) I promise, Lana. Everything will be okay, Lana. We'll figure it out. I promise. Now, I’d better get going. I’ll see you tomorrow?

He gazes again into her eyes. Lana’s heart races again and she thinks, “How does he do this to me?” She moves very close to him and he pulls her gently into his arms; leaning down his lips seek hers out. They kiss tenderly, with much emotion. They look again into each other’s eyes.

Clark: Good night, Lana. Thanks for the wonderful time.

Lana: Good night, Clark. Thanks for always being here for me.

After one more lingering kiss, Clark speeds away, all the way home. Lana smiles as she descends the stairs and locks the Talon door. She returns to the cluttered apartment and finds a place to rest for the night. “I’ve got to get my furniture out of storage,” she thinks. She curls up in the corner chair and is soon fast asleep with visions of Clark keeping her company the whole night long.

***
NOTE: This episode is turning out a lot longer than I intended. Hope you don’t mind. There will be parts 5, 6 & 7, I think - maybe more.

[Cardinal]

Yes! I knew there was a reason to get up early...and Clana is it! Thanks SV now I don't have to search my DVDs for another good Clana scene to watch to tide me over!

One question though: Lana's not just a girl, she's a girly girl, and yet she went to Paris with one suitcase? Heck, I'd figure her to have 12 bags.

Anyway, great stuff! :)

[SVsleuth]

Originally posted by Cardinal
Yes! I knew there was a reason to get up early...and Clana is it! Thanks SV now I don't have to search my DVDs for another good Clana scene to watch to tide me over!

One question though: Lana's not just a girl, she's a girly girl, and yet she went to Paris with one suitcase? Heck, I'd figure her to have 12 bags.

Anyway, great stuff! :)

You're right. I was thinking about how she left with only one bag. But I guess she did quite a bit of shopping in Paris & probably had lots of bags to bring home. I'll edit it a bit. Oh, and, Cardinal, I already edited in a few more sentences during Clark & Lana's last conversation, so you may want to re-read the end. ;)

[ClanaLover]

Originally posted by Cardinal
One question though: Lana's not just a girl, she's a girly girl, and yet she went to Paris with one suitcase? Heck, I'd figure her to have 12 bags.

Hey, she didn't have a suitcase, she had a duffle bag a really REALLY big duffle bag.
:p

(P.S. to SVsleuth: Mom, please make my 2 turkey sandwiches for breakfast now.) :p :D

[Cardinal]

I'll take a PB & J if you don't mind. :D A BIG duffle bag , huh? No wonder she wanted Clark to take her to airport, she'd need him just to carry the thing!

[ClanaLover]

lol sorry SVsleuth we got off topic...or did we? I want to know if I can live with what I know, and only that.

[MOOman0618]

Great update! I am now not only waiting for another update, but also hungry for Chinese food! I am actually glad to hear that there will parts 5, 6, 7... This is a good alteration and I want to see where it heads!

[Cardinal]

OMG! SV's lost control of her story. It's taking on a life of its own!!

[MarikLover666]

I skimmed the very first one and... Thats.... Um... Grotesque... And or, freaky...:\ Sorry mom...

[4EverSmallville]

Originally posted by ClanaLover
(P.S. to SVsleuth: Mom, please make my 2 turkey sandwiches for breakfast now.) :p :D

:rotfl: I'm sorry, I had to laugh :p.

[MarikLover666]

Originally posted by 4EverSmallville
:rotfl: I'm sorry, I had to laugh :p.
:eek: :lol: Yes, my lil sister is weird, isn't she?

[binkys711]

wow! great updates Svsleuth!!!can't wait for ALL those chapters:DPPMS!!!

[4EverSmallville]

About Lana's suitcases, maybe she didn't want to remember anything from SV so she left as much behind as possible.

I didn't even read that update though, it was terrific! I think I was a little caught up with the fact that SVSleuth has a whole family on the board :p.

[NYC300Z]

parts 5 6 and 7 maybe more!! That got me real excited!! really great update by the way!

[ClanaLover]

Originally posted by 4EverSmallville
I didn't even read that update though, it was terrific! I think I was a little caught up with the fact that SVSleuth has a whole family on the board :p.

Well, it's not really the whole family, it's just the three girls. The 4 boys in the family HATE SV, and the fact that we love it. :D

[SVsleuth]

Alternate CLANA Scenes: GONE – Part 5

Clark climbs the stairs to his loft. He goes to his desk, opens a drawer, and pulls out a box. He opens it. Inside is Kyla’s bracelet. Clark takes it from the box and looks at it closely. He unrolls Lana’s art project, looking at it closely. “Just as I thought,” Clark thinks to himself. “The design on the Countess’ necklace matches the one on Kyla’s bracelet exactly. It’s uncanny how much Countess Theroux resembles Lana, too. Even Lana’s necklace had a similar shape to this one. Can it all be a coincidence?”

Clark remembers something else Kyla showed him on the cave wall. He just had to go and see it again, right away. Taking Kyla’s bracelet and Lana’s charcoal rubbing with him, he speeds off to the caves, in spite of the late hour. Using his flashlight, he makes his way into the caves. Shining his light around on the wall he finally finds what he is looking for: a crude drawing of a woman’s face. Beneath it is the same diamond design found on Kyla’s bracelet and on The Countess’ necklace. Clark thinks, “What was it that Kyla said about this?”

**Flashback**
Clark: (Seeing a crude drawing of a woman’s face with a diamond shaped turquoise symbol beneath her.) Who's that?

Kyla: It's the woman he's destined to be with. (Kyla touches the wall and Clark sees the same turquoise design on her bracelet.) That was handed down through the women in my family. I don't even know how old it is.
**End of Flashback**

Clark shines his light on Kyla’s bracelet. “Funny,” he thinks. “I seem to remember the bracelet Kyla wore being a bit more ornate that this. Did Professor Willowbrook really give me Kyla’s bracelet? Or another similar one? I think I’ll go to see him – soon.” Clark unrolls the image of Isabelle Theroux and holds it up next to the woman’s face on the cave wall. “Freaky resemblance,” he thinks to himself. “What does all this mean?”

Clark gathers up all of his things and speeds back to the loft. He gets out a notebook and jots down his findings so far, and makes a list of things to investigate further. After putting the bracelet back in the drawer, and finding a safe place for Lana’s drawing, he decides it’s time to get some sleep. Before long, Clark is stretched out on the couch in his loft, having sweet dreams of Lana all night long.

***

Early the next morning, Clark shows up at the Talon, ready to help Lana fix up her apartment. They go to the storage unit, pack up her stuff in Clark’s truck, and bring it to the Talon apartment. Clark uses his speed and strength to get Lana’s furniture placed in no time. Lana comes into the apartment.

Lana: Clark! How did you get all the furniture up here, put the bed together, and arrange all the furniture in those few minutes? I know you’re fast, but… how did you carry all that by yourself?

Clark: Oh, that’s right, Lana. I forgot I hadn’t told you about my strength.

Lana: (incredulously) You’re super-strong too?

They sit down on the sofa together.

Clark: Yeah, Lana. I can lift a tractor over my head; I can shove a fence post - -

Lana: (finishing his sentence for him) ...through granite!

Clark stares at her, surprised.

Clark: How did you know?

Lana: Well, I remember hearing you tell your parents you were putting in fence posts and hit granite, but shoved it through. When you realized I was there, you added something about using a sledgehammer. I always thought something didn’t quite add up about that!

Clark: It doesn’t freak you out, Lana?

Lana: Well… I have to admit, it’s pretty strange to think you can do such things. But…

Clark: (interrupting her) Lana, you’re not… afraid of me… are you?

Lana: Of your strength? No, Clark. Do you want to know why? (She scoots very close to him on the couch, and puts her hand on his back, as she looks into his eyes.) It’s because, Clark, I have experienced the greatest tenderness and gentleness that I’ve ever known from a man – when I’m with you, Clark. How someone can be so strong, yet be so gentle is a beautiful mystery to me. You obviously have perfect control over your strength, Clark. You could never frighten me. (She gives him a tender kiss.)

Clark: (his eyes glistening) Thanks, Lana. But…. well, you don’t want to see me angry. (He sighs heavily, remembering) Once, I came so close to killing a man, Lana.

Lana’s eyes grow wide with disbelief.

Lana: I can’t believe that, Clark. You’re always trying to help people.

Clark: Well, this man framed my dad – put a corpse in our barn. My dad was arrested. Lana, he was trying to get me to use my abilities to help him steal. And he was trying to force me, by threatening my parents. Lana, I had never been so angry before – or since. But I came so close to just breaking his neck. It scares me that I could do something stupid like that in a moment of anger – something I can’t reverse – that will affect the rest of my life & that of those I love. It’s not easy being so powerful, Lana. It can be quite a burden. (He looks up at Lana.) I’m sorry for unloading on you like that. It’s just –

Lana: Clark. You never have to apologize for opening up to me. I’m glad you feel you can open up to me now. You’ve carried the burden of your abilities alone for so long. I’m glad I can share in it now. Telling me about your abilities is one thing. But sharing how you struggle because of them is more important to me, Clark. Because I really get to know what’s going on inside of you – your thoughts, your emotions, your struggles. And I want to be here for you, Clark. I want you to know that I will always be here for you. (She leans over to kiss him softly)

Clark: Thanks, Lana. (He can hardly get the words out. Tears threaten to spill over his eyelids as he continues.) It feels so unbelievably good to have someone to share myself with – I’ve never been able to talk to anyone about these feelings. Some things I could share with my parents, but others I couldn’t. I didn’t want to worry them.

Lana: Well, now you have me. And you can tell me anything, Clark – any time. I mean that.

Clark: Thanks, Lana. (He smiles gratefully at her and gives her a small kiss. Then, becoming more lighthearted he shifts gears.) Well, shall we unpack these boxes now?

Lana: Sure thing.

Lana & Clark unpack boxes and find places for everything. When they are done, they sit down with two glasses of lemonade.

Lana: Wow! That went fast, with you helping. I could get used to this!

Clark: What’s super-speed for? (he grins)

Lana: (remembering something) Oh, Clark. I found my genealogy project. (She pulls it out and they look over it together.)

Clark: So, you traced your mom’s ancestry back several generations to a point where all the lines lead to Castlenau-de-Montmiral. Let’s see – Your mom’s grandmother, and all of her ancestors seem to be from there. I think we should trace it further, back to the time of the Countess, to see if there’s any relation to you.

Lana: Clark, I’m not very good at that kind of research. Chloe helped me a lot. You think we could get Chloe to help? (Seeing a look of panic on Clark’s face.) We don’t have to tell her why, just that we’re interested in tracing it back farther and need some help.

Clark: I don’t know, Lana. Chloe is so curious. She and I have had several run-ins already because of her runaway curiosity.

Lana: But, Clark. We’re not investigating you. Just my family tree.

Clark: Maybe you’re right. Okay. Ask her. Just don’t let on about Isabelle or what happened in Paris or anything. Okay?

Lana: Don’t worry. I’m not planning to make that incident front page news. I can just see it, “Lana Lang, abducted by aliens. Loses 12 hours…” – by Chloe Sullivan.

Clark: Very funny. (He grins as he hugs her tighter with the one arm he had around her shoulders.) Well, is there anything else we have to do here? I wanted to go see Professor Willowbrook about something.

Lana: Something to do with all of this?

Clark: Yeah, Lana. I’ll explain it to you after I talk to him. Okay?

Lana: Okay, Clark. I trust you.

Clark stands up to go. Lana remembers something else.

Lana: Oh, Clark. There was something else I remembered last night that seemed kind of strange to me. Maybe it’s nothing, but…

Clark: (He sits back down beside her) What is it, Lana?

Lana: Well, when we looked at the charcoal rubbing of the Countess Theroux last night, something seemed familiar about the design on Isabelle’s necklace.

Clark jerks his head toward her, becoming keenly interested.)

Clark: What about it, Lana?

Lana: Well, it reminded me of a keepsake I have that belonged to my mother. Nell gave it to me when I turned sixteen. She said my mother wanted me to have it, but not until I was old enough to be careful with it. It’s a bracelet, Clark. And the design is very much like the one on Isabelle’s necklace.

Clark: (his interest intensely piqued) Can I see it?

Lana: Sure, Clark. Before I left for Paris, I thought I had lost it. Don’t you remember, I was looking for it when you surprised me by inviting me to dinner?

Clark: Yeah. Yeah, I remember.

Lana: Well, I found it at home, later that day. I started wearing it a lot when I was in Paris.

(Lana goes to her jewelry box and takes out a bracelet. It is different from Kyla’s bracelet, but still has the diamond design made exactly the same way.)

Clark’s jaw drops as he looks at it.

Clark: Can I borrow it, Lana? To show to Professor Willowbrook? Kyla had a similar bracelet. That’s what I wanted to talk to him about.

Lana: Sure, Clark. Just be very careful. Nell said the bracelet had been…

Clark: (interrupting) …passed down through the women of the family for many generations. Right?

Lana: (slowly) Yeah. How… how did you know?

Clark: That’s what Kyla said.

Lana: This is getting so confusing. Caves and bracelets and a tomb and a tattoo…and the symbols…. all connected together somehow. Somehow connected to Kyla, and to me, and to Isabelle…. And, I think, to you. Then there’s my missing twelve hours & your missing three months. My brain hurts, Clark. Can’t we tell Chloe? This kind of thing is her department.

Clark: Lana, we can’t tell Chloe all of this. You don’t really want to, do you?

Lana: No. I guess not. I’ll just ask about the genealogy.

Clark: Good. Anyway, I’ve solved a lot mysteries with Chloe. I guess I can handle this one – with your help. (He gives her a quick kiss.). Well, I’m off to see Professor Willowbrook. You can just get rid of these empty boxes, then relax the rest of the evening – read a book maybe. I’ll call you later. Bye now. (He gives her a kiss that lingers a bit.)

Lana: Bye, Clark.

Clark speeds off with the bracelets and charcoal rubbing.

***
Coming next: Alt. CLANA Scenes: GONE - Part 6 (Jason arrives...)

[MOOman0618]

I am very curious to hear what Prof. Willowbrook has to say about the two bracelets. Which I am glad you brought back into the story! Yet another thing the writers of the show have forgotten. I am also a little worried about how Jason coming back will change things. SOOOO many questions that need answering! OH, and when will Clark tell Lana everything about himself? Arg!

[4EverSmallville]

:rolleyes: Jason was cool at the beginning of the season, but somehow I don't think it will be quite the same here.

I love how everything is coming together, how the destinies are colliding with Isobel, Lana, Clark, and Naman.

[SVsleuth]

Originally posted by MOOman0618
I am very curious to hear what Prof. Willowbrook has to say about the two bracelets. Which I am glad you brought back into the story! Yet another thing the writers of the show have forgotten. I am also a little worried about how Jason coming back will change things. SOOOO many questions that need answering! OH, and when will Clark tell Lana everything about himself? Arg!

This is the long & drawn out version of the reveal - not all in one scene, but gradually, over time, with Lana being accepting of that.

The bracelets: I took some liberties with my description of Lana's bracelet. Lana is seen wearing several different bracelets in Crusade & Gone. None of them really have the diamond-shaped turquoise symbol on them, but I'm changing that in my Alternate Scenes. ;) The image I have in mind is of the bracelet Lana was wearing when she touched the symbol on Isabelle's tomb, but adapted to include the turquoise diamond-shaped symbol.

BTW, I am using the spelling "Isabelle" because it is more French. Never liked it as "Isobel".

[binkys711]

WOW! i had totally forgotten on how Lana was searching threw her locker for that keepsake! good eye SV sleuth;)
I agree with 4eversmallville, everything coming together like that is really cool:cool::D

[clana4ev3r]

i have a headache........owwwwwwww.....owwwww.....

[SVsleuth]

Alternate Clana Scenes: GONE – Part 6

Lana is throwing the empty cardboard boxes down into the Talon from the landing outside her apartment. She drops a few, then turns back toward her apartment. She hears a noise and turns back, wondering if Clark had returned. To her surprise, she sees Jason standing in the Talon with a bouquet of flowers in his hand.

Jason: (Quietly) Hi.

Lana is still too stunned to respond.

Jason: I'm freaking you out with the whole Cary Grant moment, aren't I?

Lana laughs nervously and comes down the stairs.

Lana: What are you doing here?

Jason: Giving you time.

He hands her the bouquet.

Lana: They're beautiful.

Jason pulls a note out of his pocket and unfolds it.

Jason: I, uh, found this. (He reads) "Jason, I had to go back home. I wish I had time to explain." So now you do.

Lana gives a half-smile.

Lana: I'm sorry, Jason, I, uh... I don't know what to say.

Jason: It's okay. It's all right. You know, I kept trying to convince myself that this wasn't about me, but... you can't really put that in a note, can you?

Lana doesn't answer, and Jason takes that as a cue to leave. He turns away and walks toward the door.

Lana: Wait.

Jason stops and turns around.

Lana: Jason, I'm not sorry to see you. You know, it's just, you came all this way, and I-I wish I had a better explanation for you.

Jason: For why you left Paris or why you left me?

Lana: Jason, I enjoyed the time we spent together in Paris. But I had a reason for coming home, and I can’t go back.

Jason: Lana, I didn't come here to get you. I came here to be with you.

Lana: Jason, I – I can’t. I can’t be with you.

Jason: There’s someone else.

Lana: Yes….Yes, there is. Jason, I’m still in love with Clark. I don’t think I ever really stopped loving him. And now that I’m back home, I am more certain of that than ever.

Jason: I see.

Lana: Jason. I never wanted to hurt you. I really did enjoy spending time with you. But it’s totally different with Clark. Jason, I didn’t come back because of Clark. There is something else. But once I saw him again and we spent time together, I just knew that I’m meant to be with him. I’m sorry, Jason.

Jason nods his head and turns to leave. Then he turns back.

Jason: Good-bye, Lana.

Lana: Good-bye, Jason.

Jason turns and walks out. Lana ascends the stairs and throws the rest of the boxes down to the first floor. Then she takes a relaxing bath, slips on her night clothes, and props herself on the bed with a book. She tries to read, but after staring at the first page for twenty minutes, she sets the book aside and decides to go to sleep. “If I can’t get my thoughts off of Clark, I might as well go to sleep and meet him in my dreams.”

***Sorry this one was so short, but it's my 2nd post today. Coming next: Alt. Clana: Gone Part 7 (Clark talks with Prof. Willowbrook, etc...)

[MOOman0618]

Its ok it was short...as it was your second! Is this all we will see of Jason? I think not...and at this point, if he does stay will he be the asst. football coach? And if that is true, will Clark still join the team?! Oh, you have your work cut out for you! ;)

Still very curious as to what Professor willowbrook will have to say.

[Cardinal]

The bit with Clark and Lana talking about the fence post through granite just blew my mind as, exactly while I'm reading that line, I've got that exact scene being played by my DVD player.

You've got so much going on here, that I'm going back to the alternate beginning, so I don't forget anything! Also, you never have to apologize for a short post...they beat the heck out of NO posts anyday! :D

Keep up the good work!

[MOOman0618]

What episode was that fence scene in? I can't place it at the moment?

[clana4ev3r]

the episode when it was lana's birthday

[Scotty]

Season One, Episode 7, Craving.

[Cardinal]

I've said it before, but I don't mind saying it again: the final scene of "Craving," where Clark gives the birthday present to Lana, is still my all-time favorite Clana moment.

It was so sweet and when combined with the song "Hero," by Enrique Iglesias, I just wanted to live up to that scene when writing my Clana scenes!

[NYC300Z]

Just caught both ur updates!! This is ur most complex alternate ending!! It's like u have to rewrite all of Season 4!!

PPMS!!

[SVsleuth]

Originally posted by NYC300Z
Just caught both ur updates!! This is ur most complex alternate ending!! It's like u have to rewrite all of Season 4!!

PPMS!!

I think you're right. At the moment, I'm inclined to do just that. Looks like most of you won't mind. ;) I think this thread may turn into a S4 rewrite continuing on from GONE, and the Clana Journals will continue as they were originally designed, to explain the emotional continuity of S4 as it happened. What that means is that the 2 threads may not really be tied to each other in the same way as before, because I won't be starting NEW Alternate Scenes that begin later in S4, but will just continue the continuity from Alt. GONE. Do you all like that idea? Let me know.

[Cardinal]

Woo-hoo! Of course we don't mind! This way we get a whole season 4 of Clana, instead of just the occasional fixed ending, and who here doesn't want more? :p

Go for it!

Heh, that's easy for me to say since I'm not the one that's gonna be doing ALL THAT WRITING!

[SVsleuth]

Well, I'm not promising how fast it will come. School is about to begin, and since I homeschool some of my kids, I do have to get around to planning lessons, etc. so we can at least start school by September! But I'll do my best to tie it all together in a new way. That is, if the other readers like the idea as well. Anyone?

[smallville_clana]

WOW!! that was fantastic i mean i really liked it. good job! bravo

[binkys711]

wow! just caught your other update! awesome!;)PPMS!!!

yes i like your idea SVsleuth! I'm all for it! BRING ON THE S4 RE-WRITTEN CLANA!!!:D:D:D:p

[SVsleuth]

***UPDATE***
I will continue to refer to this story as “Alternate CLANA Scenes: GONE” even though it is now moving beyond the events of GONE. This is because it is becoming a Season 4 re-write that began with the changes made to GONE. I hope you enjoy it.

Alternate CLANA Scenes: GONE – Part 7

Clark super-speeds to Central Kansas A & M to look for Professor Willowbrook. He knocks on his door.

Professor Willowbrook: Come in.

Clark opens the door.

Professor Willowbrook: Naman. Come in, come in. I haven’t seen you for quite a while. I thought you must have forgotten about me. Sit down. (He motions to a chair opposite his desk.)

Clark: (taking a seat) I’m sorry, Professor. But a lot of strange things have been happening that I can’t explain. I was hoping that you could help me sort them out.

Professor Willowbrook: Well, I’ll do my best, Naman.

Clark: Professor. After Kyla died, you gave me this bracelet. (He takes the bracelet out of his pocket, and holds it in his hand.) You told me it is for the true one in my life. Professor, can you tell me more about the history of the bracelet? And are there others like it?

Professor Willowbrook: Why do you ask?

Clark: Well, first of all, because I seem to remember that the bracelet Kyla wore was more elaborate than this one. And I couldn’t figure out why you would give me a different one. Where did it come from? Is it Kyla’s?

Professor Willowbrook: There is another legend, Naman. It is said that the visitor from the stars had a special bracelet which he gave to the mother of our people. The bracelet is said to have come from the visitor’s home, and to have a unique power attached to it. Over the years, many copies of the bracelet were fashioned by our people, some more elaborate than others. All were passed down through the women of the tribes. Only the original bracelet is authentic, coming from the visitor himself. Only that bracelet has the power attached to it. But there are many bracelets among our people now. The true one has been almost forgotten.

Clark: Professor, why did you give this one to me, if the bracelets are always passed down to the women in the tribe? It isn’t Kyla’s, is it?

Professor Willowbrook: Your instincts are correct, Naman. The bracelet I gave to you is not Kyla’s. Yours is a much older, simpler one, Naman. The legend says that someday the true bracelet will come to Naman and will help him in his task of protecting the entire world.

Clark: So… So you think this is the authentic bracelet.

Professor Willowbrook: I believe that it is, Naman.

Clark: What is the power it is supposed to have?

Professor Willowbrook: I do not know. The legend says that only Naman will be able to unlock its power.

Clark: Why did you say it was for the true one in my life?

Professor Willowbrook: According to the legend, Naman will give the bracelet to a special woman and only united can they awaken its power.

Clark: Kyla showed me a picture on the cave wall of a woman’s face, with the design from the bracelet beneath it. She said it is the woman Naman is destined to be with. How am I to know who it is?

Professor Willowbrook: You will know, Naman. When you find the one who is right for you, you will know.

Clark is silent for a few moments, pondering.

Clark: Professor, do you know if the symbols from the caves are found anywhere else in the world?

Professor Willowbrook: I am not aware of the symbols being found anywhere else, Naman. But remember, the symbols are not the writing of the Kawatche tribes. They originate with the visitor from the stars. Any symbols like the ones in the caves would indicate a connection to the visitor’s people. He may not have been the only visitor, Naman. It is possible that there were others. Why do you ask about this, Naman? Are you aware of symbols elsewhere?

Clark: Maybe. Professor, are there any other legends that I should know about?

Professor Willowbrook: None that come to mind immediately, Naman.

Clark: Professor, I have something to show you. (He takes out Lana’s bracelet.) Could this bracelet be one of the copies that were made by the Kawatche?

The Professor takes the bracelet and studies it.

Professor Willowbrook: Where did you get this, Naman?

Clark: I’d rather not say. What do you think of it?

Professor Willowbrook: The Kawatche did not fashion this one, Naman. The style is different, the construction and material different. Yet the similarity of design is striking. Can’t you tell me where you got it?

Clark: (Hesitating) A girl I know. It was passed down through the women of her family. But her ancestry is from France. I noticed the similarity of the bracelet to the one you gave me – and the same custom of it being passed down through the women of the family for generations. Do you think there could be a connection of some sort?

Professor Willowbrook: Naman, I don’t believe it is a coincidence that both of these bracelets have come to you. I think they were meant for you. Maybe another visitor from the stars came to France. You look into it, Naman. If it involves your destiny, it will be revealed to you.

Clark: (taking the bracelet back) Thank you, Professor. (He starts to get up, then changes his mind.) Professor, I have something else to show you. (He unrolls the picture from Isabelle’s tomb. The Professor stares incredulously.)

Professor Willowbrook: Where did you find this, Naman?

Clark: In France, Professor.

Professor Willowbrook: In France? But one of the symbols is on her shield! And the bracelet design is on her necklace!

Clark: I know. That’s why I came here. Do you believe there is a connection to the visitor from the stars?

Professor Willowbrook: It seems like a strong possibility. The woman is like the one on the cave wall, Naman. The one you are destined to be with. The one you are to give the bracelet to.

Clark: (to himself) Lana. Somehow it’s Lana.

Professor Willowbrook: (overhearing his musings) Who’s Lana, Naman?

Clark: What? Oh – uh - She’s the one I’m destined to be with. She’s the one who gave me this bracelet, and wore a diamond-shaped necklace. She’s the one I am in love with, the one I want to share my life with.

Professor Willowbrook: You are on the right path, Naman. Be patient. All will be made clear to you in time. Trust your instincts, Naman.

Clark rolls up the picture and returns it to it’s cardboard tube.

Clark: Thank you, Professor. You’ve been very helpful.

Professor Willowbrook: I’m glad that I could help you, Naman. Drop by any time. I am always happy to see you.

Clark: Thanks, Professor. Good-bye. (He stands, shakes the Professor's hand, and turns to go.)

Professor Willowbrook: Naman. (Clark turns back.) I am glad to see that you are embracing your destiny, that you have come to accept who you really are. You are destined to save our people and to protect the entire world.

Clark: I’m not sure how I can do that, Professor. But right now, I just want answers for Lana – and I want to be with her. Talk of my “destiny” has always frightened me. But if part of my “destiny” is to be with Lana – well, that makes it a whole lot more appealing to me. Thanks again, Professor. I’ll try to visit more often.

Professor Willowbrook: My door is always open to you, Naman.

Clark: (nodding) Thanks. Well, I’d better get going. Be seeing you, Professor.

Clark walks out of the office, & out of the building. When he is safely out of sight of others, he super-speeds back to Smallville. “I can’t wait to see Lana,” he thinks to himself.

***
Coming Next: Clark & Lana talk again. More of the "reveal."

[clana4ev3r]

uhhhh....... :confused: :confused: :confused: :confused: :confused: :confused: :confused:

[SVsleuth]

Originally posted by clana4ev3r
uhhhh....... :confused: :confused: :confused: :confused: :confused: :confused: :confused:

What are you confused about? Please ask. I'll do my best to clarify. You have to read parts 1-7 of the Alt Scenes for GONE to get the whole flow of the story. Try this:

#1 Make sure you have watched & are very familiar with all of Seasons 1, 2, & 3 of Smallville, & Crusade from S4.
#2 Then, go to my CLANA Journals thread & read my posts for GONE: Posts numbered 101, 112, 115, & the beginning of #126, where I inserted a NOTE telling you to now come back here.
#3 At that point, switch to this thread & read Parts 1 - 7 of GONE. (it starts with Post #43)

I hope that helps.

[clana4ev3r]

Whats up with all these connections with the bracelet and stuff??? Clark is destined to be with Lana? too many connections....

[SVsleuth]

Originally posted by clana4ev3r
Whats up with all these connections with the bracelet and stuff??? Clark is destined to be with Lana? too many connections....

This is a re-write of Season 4, tying in loose ends that were left hanging in the show. In this CLANA fic, Clark IS destined to be with Lana. He will never even date Lois.

Hey, this is post 100 on my thread! Nowhere near the 1000 on ajfinn's but time to celebrate anyway! :):):):):)

[NYC300Z]

Just read the update! Yeah that's cool if u just continue season 4 from this point just do u! PPMS!!

[Dr. Jeckyll]

This and ajfinn's story are the only ones I check on each day, and there are several reasons for that. They both have humour, good Clana-scenes, exciting plots and subplots, well written, in other words; perfect! Keep it coming. PPMS!

[SmallvilleMan]

Wow, way to spread the love man:lol:

[C.A.chick]

i love this... but i also like the clana journals...i can't decide whichc one i like more!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Cardinal]

Sweet! See aj, that's how to involve Prof. Willowbrook without killing the Clana mojo!

Of course, what Willowbrook didn't tell Clark was that the Kawatche mass-produce those bracelets now and sell them to gawking tourists!

[SVsleuth]

Cardinal! You have me :rotfl: --again!!

[binkys711]

jejeje...good one cardinal:rotfl:

great update SVsleuth! this is all coming together really good!PPMS!!!:D

[Cardinal]

Yeah, good one, Cardinal...oh, wait...that's me...nevermind! :D

[SVsleuth]

Alt. CLANA Scenes: GONE – Part 8

Next morning. Clark enters the Talon and walks up the stairs to Lana’s apartment. It is quite early. He is very eager to see her. He knocks. There is no answer.

Clark: Lana? (He knocks again, louder.) Lana? Are you here?

After a few moments, Clark hears Lana’s voice, from behind the door.

Lana: Clark?

Clark: Yeah, it’s me, Lana. Can I come in?

Lana is wrapped only in a towel, as she stands behind the door.

Lana: Um… I need a few minutes to get dressed, Clark. You’re kind of early. I’ll unlock the door, but you wait a few minutes before coming in, Okay?

Clark: (teasing) I don’t mind if you’re not dressed, Lana.

Lana: Clark! I mind! Now promise to wait, or I won’t unlock the door.

Clark: Okay, I promise. I won’t peek.

Lana: Okay.

Lana unlocks the door and returns to the bathroom.

After waiting a few minutes, Clark enters. He thinks to himself, “I bet she really looks hot…” – then he catches himself – “Clark Kent!” he reprimands himself. “You will NOT look – not even with x-ray vision. You promised her.”

Lana comes out, fully dressed now in jeans and a blue pullover top. Her hair is still wet as she dries it a bit with a towel.

Lana: Hi, Clark. You’re an early-bird today. (She gives him a quick kiss.)

Clark: Hey, Lana. Yeah, I was so eager to see you. (He pulls her closer for another kiss, lingering this time, then looks deeply into her eyes.)

Lana feels breathless as she sees the desire in his eyes. She averts her eyes, and pulls away. She walks to the sofa and sits down.

Lana: So, Clark, did you get to see Professor Willowbrook?

Clark: Yeah. Yeah, I did. It was very enlightening. Lana, I have so much to talk to you about. There’s so much more that I haven’t told you about me.

Clark sits beside Lana, and turns her face toward him, keeping his hand gently on her face. Looking into her eyes, he thinks about her being the woman he is destined to be with. He leans in to kiss her again, lingering more than before, then draws her even closer, continuing to kiss her. Lana pulls back and looks into his eyes. Her heart is beating a mile a minute.

Lana: Clark, um… Clark. Can we find somewhere else to talk? I don’t think it’s wise for us to hang out here – or in your loft.

Clark: What’s the matter, Lana?

Lana: Clark, um… do you know what you do to me when you look at me like that, when you kiss me like that? Clark, I – I’m not strong enough to be here alone with you.

Clark: (understanding) You’re afraid that we’ll go too far.

Lana: (Nods her head slightly. Shifts her eyes away from his.) Clark. I have this dream. It might sound silly, but – I have this dream of getting married someday and of how special it will be on my wedding night to give myself completely to the man to whom I have pledged my love for life. I want the first time, and every time, to be with my husband. Maybe I’m old-fashioned, but I want that to be the way it happens.

Clark: That’s not silly, Lana. I’ll tell you a secret: I have the same dream, about my future wife. Look at me, Lana. (She looks.) I promise you that I will always respect your dream - & mine. You’re right. We should avoid situations that will make the temptation too great. I’m sorry, Lana, that I was too aggressive just now. I’ll be more careful. Now, come on. Let’s go somewhere else. How about a walk to the caves? There’s something I want to show you there.

Lana: Sounds great, Clark.

He stands up

Lana:Clark?

Clark turns back.

Lana: Thanks.

He smiles

After Lana finishes drying & fixing her hair, they get in the truck & drive part the way to the caves. Clark parks the truck, and they begin walking the rest of the way to the caves.
***
Sorry so short, but short is better than none, right? I have no idea if I'll have time to post a bit more later. Maybe.

Next: Part 9 - A walk & a talk...

[Cardinal]

Awww...they're so sweet! :p

[Dr. Jeckyll]

Ah, a quick fix! Good to see some of us posts on time (ajfinn? :P) Kinda short as you said, can't wait for "A walk & a talk" :D

[SmallvilleMan]

Damn that was good, but i wish clark said this:

Clark: I have this dream too, about marrying Lana Lang.

[NYC300Z]

Yeah I like what Smallvilleman said! lol oh well their getting there Clark still has a lot of explaining to do!
PPMS!

[SVsleuth]

Alt. CLANA Scenes: GONE – Part 9

Clark and Lana are walking to the caves.

Clark: Lana, you know, um, I have more abilities besides strength and speed. One of them is x-ray vision. I can see through things. (Lana’s eyes widen) Lana, when you were behind that locked door, I could have looked right through it – and believe me, I was tempted to do it. But I didn’t, Lana – and I promise you I won’t. I will always respect your privacy.

Lana: You’re not serious, Clark! You can see through solid objects?

Clark: Yeah. (He glances over at Lana)

Lana: That must be really strange – I mean to see things like that.

Clark: Well, it was - when it first started happening - when I couldn’t control it. But now that I can control it, it’s not a problem. It comes in quite handy. (He grins)

Lana: You couldn’t control it at first?

Clark: No. I saw Pete, with all his muscles showing; later I saw – (He stops, remembering, as his face begins to turn a bright pink. Lana notices.)

Lana: Saw what, Clark?

Clark: Nothing, Lana. (He looks away, embarrassed.)

Lana: (smiling, knowingly) Clark, does it involve me?

Clark: (nods) Yeah. I was looking toward the girls’ locker room when it happened.

Lana: And let me guess: I was there.

Clark: Yeah, Lana. – I’m sorry, Lana. I’ve never looked again, I sw….(he stops, remembering) Oh, no.

**Flashback**
Pete: (Annoyed) Clark, that's Chloe you're scooping, man!

Clark: (Still grinning) Not just Chloe...

We pan over and see Lana is now standing next to Chloe, her back turned to the boys as well. Pete reaches over and uses his hand to cover Clark's eyes, attempting to block his X-Ray vision. Clark just grins and looks away from the girls.

Clark: Come on, let's go have some fun.

**End Flashback**

Lana: What, Clark?

Clark: Lana, remember I mentioned something about Red K? How it kind of drugs me - changes my personality?

Lana: Yeah.

Clark: Well, when I was affected by Red K, I peeked again – (quickly) I’m sorry, Lana. I wouldn’t do it when I’m in control. Don’t ever come near me if I’m affected by it, Lana.

Lana: (amused at his uncomfortableness) What is this Red K?

Clark: It’s the red meteor rocks, Lana. Like the ones they put in our class rings. It affects me in a strange way, and changes my personality – like I explained before.

Lana: Jesse; Metropolis; Chloe. But why do you call it Red K?

Clark: It stands for Red Kryptonite.

Lana: Kryptonite? You mean it’s from that planet, Krypton?

Clark: Yeah.

Lana: So… the meteor rocks came from Krypton? And the red ones affect you - your personality?

Clark: Right.

Lana: Do the green ones have an effect on you too?

Clark: Yes, Lana. They make me weak. I lose my strength and get very sick when I’m near them.

Lana: How do you know they’re from Krypton?

Clark: Dr. Swann. He’s a scientist I met. He told me about Krypton – that he received a message from Krypton – and that it disappeared.

Lana: The planet disappeared? What happened to it?

Clark: Dr. Swann thinks it exploded.

Lana: And the meteor shower came from that explosion?

Clark nods his head.

Lana: Wow!

They walk along silently for several minutes. Lana breaks the silence.

Lana: Clark. Why did you tell me last year that you weren’t affected by the meteor rocks, if you are? Why couldn’t you be honest with me? I told you it would be okay.

Clark: Lana – the green Kryptonite makes me sick & weak; the Red K changes my personality. But my abilities – my strength, speed, x-ray vision, heat vision, & super-hearing – they’re not caused my the meteor rocks. I’m different from all the others who were affected by the meteor rocks.

Lana: Wait. Wait. – Heat vision? Super-hearing? What?

Clark: Oh, sorry. Well, Lana, um… I can heat things with my eyes, even start fires. And if I focus, I can hear things that no one else can hear. I bet you can remember when I first got my heat vision.

Lana: How could I? I wasn’t there.

Clark: Yes. Yes you were, Lana. The fires in Ms. Atkins’ class, and at…

Lana: (cuts in excitedly) the Talon!

Clark: Right. And the hearing began when I lost my sight temporarily.

Lana: Wow! Clark, you must have a very interesting life.

Clark: (He slows his pace and looks at her.) Sometimes. But it’s often very lonely, Lana. I feel like – like such an outsider, so isolated. I have to hide so much from everyone.

Lana:(looking up at him) Why, Clark? Why can’t you just be yourself and let everyone know what you can do?

Clark: It’s complicated, Lana. Don’t you remember what I told you about that guy, Phelan? How he tried to force me to use my abilities to steal for him? How he threatened my family? And then, of course, everyone will want to know why I have these abilities.

Lana: Well, that actually was going to be my next question. But, Clark, you’ve told me a lot. You’ve been really open with me, more than I ever hoped you would be. (She looks at him seriously) It really feels good to have you confide in me – your abilities and your feelings. But, if you’re not comfortable telling me why you have these abilities, that’s okay. You don’t have to…

Clark: No, Lana. (He stops and turns to look directly into her eyes.) I want to. I want you to know me. I don’t want any more secrets between us, Lana. (He leans down and kisses her gently. He looks into her eyes for another moment, then reluctantly pulls himself out of the moment.) Well, here we are at the caves, Lana. There’s something I want to show you inside. It will help me explain.

Hand in hand, Lana & Clark make their way into the caves…

***
Coming next: Part 10 - More talk in the caves. When this update was posted, I didn't realize it, but it was my 1000th post on K-Site, making me a K-Site Pro! Yay!

[NYC300Z]

Really great update! I like how Clark is slowly letting Lana in on the secret maybe she'll be able to take it better that way. Can't wait for more talk in the caves! Sounds like it will be a very interesting update! PPMS!!

[SVsleuth]

Thanks for reading so late, NYC. Glad to be able to give you something to stay up for. :)

[Cardinal]

That was kind of like watching a dam break. Once he really started telling her his abilities, they all just came rushing out, like water out of a broken dam. No planning, nothing, just here they are and maybe we can sort them out together.

Good Stuff! Though it looks like you're gonna get to the cave explanation before I do! :(

[booze_is_me09]

PPMS!that was great! i liked how both lana and clark wanted to save theirselves for eachother

[SVsleuth]

Originally posted by Cardinal
That was kind of like watching a dam break. Once he really started telling her his abilities, they all just came rushing out, like water out of a broken dam. No planning, nothing, just here they are and maybe we can sort them out together.

That's because, after talking to Professor Willowbrook, he now believes she is part of his destiny & that they are truly meant to be together.

Originally posted by booze_is_me09
PPMS!that was great! i liked how both lana and clark wanted to save theirselves for eachother

Yeah, glad you like it. I've seen so many fics where they are so quick to jump in bed, & I just felt that this way is more in keeping with their characters, as presented on the show. (except for that strange moment when Lana throws herself at Jason - so unlike her - I hated that!) And I truly believe it is the best way to go - for everyone.

[Cardinal]

I can definitely see them waiting a long time for sex, but I'm not sure if I see them waiting all the way until marriage. As much pure animal magnetism as those two have, it would be really difficult to pull off...IMHO! :D

[SVsleuth]

Originally posted by Cardinal
I can definitely see them waiting a long time for sex, but I'm not sure if I see them waiting all the way until marriage. As much pure animal magnetism as those two have, it would be really difficult to pull off...IMHO! :D

But NOT impossible! ;)

[SVsleuth]

--------In honor of my topping 1000 posts on K-Site & becoming a Kryptonsite Pro---------

This is just a thanks to NYC, Cardinal, 4Ever, binkys, MOOman, & booze_is_me - -for being my most faithful post-ers. :) You really keep me motivated to write more.

And to all of you who read, but don't post as often, or only recently started reading, I'm glad you like it too. Keep replying. (clana4ev3r, ajfinn, dreammaster, ClarksGirl, Scotty, Dr. Jeckyll, SmallvilleMan, Mythos, Daniel.Hauser, jparagele, Brianna, smallville_clana, C.A.chick.)

To my daughters, ClanaLover & MarikLover666, thanks for not "chatting" on my thread anymore. Why won't you read my story? :(

And to all the "silent readers" out there - thanks for reading. Why don't you register on K-Site so you can post comments? It's free - & it's a blast to get to know other SV obsessed people. ;)

I hope to have time to post later today. Have a great day! :)

--SVsleuth

[Cardinal]

DOH!!!! I fall for the non-update update every time!

[NYC300Z]

Yeah I thought that was an update for a second until I saw NYC lol!

[clana4ev3r]

I just caught up... PPMS

[SVsleuth]

Alternate CLANA Scenes: GONE – Part 10

Lana & Clark make their way into the caves…

Clark: Kyla showed me some pictographs down here that tell the legend of Naman and Sageeth. The legend says that Naman will save the Kawatche people, and some day protect the entire world. Sageeth is Naman’s friend, who becomes his enemy.

Clark shines his flashlight on the two headed monster on the cave wall.

Clark: Kyla said that there was a visitor from the stars, who came to earth 500 years ago. He fell in love with the mother of her people. It was a forbidden affair, but it produced the Kawatche people. The visitor brought special green rocks with him, that had strange effects upon the people. That’s when the skinwalkers appeared.

Lana: Was it Kryptonite? Was the visitor from Krypton?

Clark: Yes. He promised that another would come, in a rain of fire, to save the people and protect the world.

Lana: Naman?

Clark: Yes.

Clark turns toward Lana. Looking at her seriously, he explains, slowly, deliberately.

Clark: He would come to Earth in a meteor shower. He would have the strength of ten men - - and be able to start fires with his eyes. (He raises his eyebrows, questioning if she understands.)

Lana: (Gasps. Her eyes widen.) You – You’re Naman?

Clark: Kyla believed so. And so does her grandfather. I didn’t believe it at first. But, I do have the strength of ten men – probably more; and I can start fires with my eyes; and….. (he pauses, takes a deep breath, and proceeds very deliberately, looking directly at Lana) …and I did come to Earth in the meteor shower – from Krypton, Lana. I – I was - born - on Krypton.

Lana is caught off guard by this revelation. Never in her wildest imaginings had she guessed that this was Clark’s secret.

Lana: Wh – Wh – What? (she stammers) You - - Clark - - You - -

Clark: I know. You need some time to process this. I know I did when my dad told me. You remember. That day when we both found ourselves hanging out at the graveyard – when we really talked to each other for the first time? That’s why I was there, Lana. My dad had just told me I am from another planet. I didn’t even know it was called Krypton. He even showed me my spaceship. I was overwhelmed. I was angry that they had kept it from me for so long. So, Lana, I totally understand if you feel the same way. (He looks away, as he feels tears well up in his eyes.) I won’t be surprised if you hate me, and never want to speak to me again.

Lana looks at Clark. She sees the anguish in his face, his eyes downcast, as he says that last sentence to her. Her heart responds, moved for him, for what he must have gone through all his life.

Lana: Clark. (She steps closer to him, and putting a hand on his face, she turns his face back toward her.) Clark, I could never hate you. My head is reeling. Yeah, I have to admit that. But, hate you? Never. (pauses) It must be really lonely for you. I mean, not being able to tell anyone, always having to keep it a secret. Will you share with me what it’s been like for you – how it feels to be – to be you?

Clark: (He smiles a little) That’s hardly the response I expected. Thanks, Lana. Thanks for caring about me. I am very lonely, Lana. That’s why I spend so much time alone in my loft. I can’t really get too close to other people. I feel – isolated. Sometimes I feel so incredibly alone – not just in this world, but in the entire universe. Am I really the only one left from my home planet? I can’t fully describe to you what that feels like. It’s a real agony for me, Lana. Especially when there is no one I can talk to about what I’m going through. I feel the weight of the world on my shoulders, and I just want to throw it off. I just want to be a normal guy. Sometimes I’d give anything to just be normal.

Lana: You can always talk to me – now – Clark. (She looks deeply into his eyes.) I want to always be here for you. (She pulls him closer, with a hand behind his head, and kisses him gently.)

(Clark can no longer hold back the tears. They spill onto his cheeks freely. He wraps his arms around Lana, and lets his tears come. She lets him cling to her. All she wants is to comfort him, to let him know that there is one who loves him. Finally, when his sobs subside, he looks down at her. He can’t believe that he sees only love in her eyes.

Lana: (looking up into his tear-stained eyes) I love you, Clark. I don’t care where you were born, or what kind of abilities you have. I love you. And I want to be here for you, whenever you need me.

Clark: I love you so much, Lana. You don’t know how long I’ve wanted to hear those words from your lips. I can hardly believe this isn’t just a dream. You really love me.

He smiles and gives her a small kiss

Lana: It’s no dream, Clark. I love you. I always have. I always will.

She pulls him close and kisses him, gently, but lingering this time. They gaze into each others’ eyes and get lost in the ocean of love as time seems to stand still.
***
Coming Next - Part 11 The bracelets, the woman he is destined to be with, etc....

[clana4ev3r]

great update! can't wait for the next one! PPMS!

[Cardinal]

Always loves me some Clana! :)

Very effective telling of the secret. A little dribble here and a little dribble there, and he builds up her resistance or tolerance or whatever you want to call it so that when he pulls out the big secret...its not quite so big, and maybe she's better able to handle it. :)

[Dr. Jeckyll]

Excellent update, as always. PPMS! This story is soooo good.

[SVsleuth]

Here's a 2nd update for today. Enjoy!

Alt. CLANA Scenes: GONE – Part 11

After a long while of just enjoying the peacefulness of a loving embrace, Clark & Lana resume their conversation.

Clark: Thanks for being here for me, Lana. I’ve never felt so free in my life. To have someone who knows me, yet really loves me. It’s a totally new experience for me. We’ve gotten past the hardest part, Lana, with far better results than I ever expected. But there’s more , Lana. And it involves you.

Lana: Me? How could it involve me?

Clark: You see that picture, Lana? (He shines his flashlight on the face of the woman on the wall.) Kyla said that’s the woman that Naman is destined to be with. Do you see anything familiar there, Lana?

Lana looks more intently.

Lana: The design. It’s like the one on my bracelet and on Isabelle’s necklace!

Clark: And Kyla’s bracelet. I talked to Professor Willowbrook about the bracelet and the visitor and Naman, and his destiny, and about Isabelle’s tomb. Lana, it became clear to me as we talked that you are the woman Naman is destined to be with. You are the woman pictured on Isabelle’s tomb, wearing your necklace – and pictured here with the bracelet. The visitor from Krypton brought a bracelet that has a unique power that can only be unleashed by Naman and the woman he is destined to be with. Professor Willowbrook believes that bracelet is the one he had, the one he gave to me. It is from Krypton. And, we think there might have been other visitors from Krypton. Maybe one came to France. Maybe there were other Kryptonian bracelets. Maybe even yours, Lana, could be from Krypton.

Lana: What makes you think that, Clark? That bracelet belonged to my mom, and my grandmother, and was passed down from my ancestors.

Clark: Yes. Your ancestors from Castlenau-de-Montmiral. Right? Lana, what if another visitor came to Castlenau-de-Montmiral – from Krypton. What if Isabelle was connected to that visitor somehow? Or was the visitor? And what if she turns out to be your ancestor? What if she wasn’t really a “witch” – but was just perceived to be because she was using some Kryptonian powers – or was affected by the green stones and developed strange abilities?

Lana: Wait, Clark. So you think that Isabelle may be my ancestor, since she is from Castlenau-de-Montmiral, like my ancestors. And you think she could turn out to be from Krypton? Or to have had children with a Kryptonian visitor? Or to have encountered the green stones and developed meteor powers? That would mean there could be a possibility that a small part of my ancestry - is Kryptonian?

Clark: I know I’m working on hunches, Lana. But my gut tells me that we’re on the right track. And that – that’s why I’ve been attracted to you since I was five years old. And that’s why you are the one I am destined to be with. Professor Willowbrook believes that it is not a coincidence that both of these unusual bracelets have come to me – to Naman. He thinks it involves my destiny. That somehow these bracelets, & the woman I am destined to be with, will help me to protect the entire world.

Lana: Wow. That is a lot to process, Clark. But – what do you think happened to me at Isabelle’s tomb? And what happened to you during the three months?

Clark: I’m not sure, yet, Lana. Well, in my case, it was my biological father – Jor-El – trying to force me to accept my destiny – the way he thinks it should be.

Clark explains about Jor-El’s will and memory being in the ship & the caves. Then he continues.

Clark: So, Jor-El brought me to him – and he buried my memories of being Clark Kent – kind of did an override. He gave me an identity as Kal-El of Krypton. He sent me back here to get some strange stone with a Kryptonian symbol on it – from Lex’s plane.

Lana: How, Clark?

Clark: This is gonna sound really weird, Lana. But – Kal-El could fly.

Lana: You could fly?

Clark: It was awesome, but scary. Only once before do I remember doing something somewhat like that – when I rescued you from the tornado.

Lana: I knew you were in that truck!

Clark: Yeah. I didn’t know what I was doing, and I was so scared. But all I could think was that I had to get to you, to save you – and it felt like I was flying! But, Kal-El – well he could actually, really fly. It was scary. I don’t plan on doing it again any time soon.

Lana: Why, Clark? You are amazing! And you have all these amazing abilities. What if you need them all for something important? What if it’s part of your destiny, Clark?

Clark: I’ve always hated this talk of my destiny. Only the thought that being with you is part of my destiny makes me feel a little better about it. But flying, and collecting stones, and protecting the entire world – it all frightens me, Lana. How am I supposed to do all this?

Lana: There are more stones?

Clark: When I was Kal-El, I brought the stone to a table hidden behind that wall. (He motions toward a wall.) There are spaces in the table for two more stones. I think Jor-El wants me to find them. But I don’t trust him.

Lana: Why not?

Clark: There was a message in my ship. It said I was sent to conquer – or something like that. I don’t know what Jor-El has in mind for me, but I do not want to conquer, or even rule the world. I tried to get him out of my life. I blew up the ship. But he still pursued me. He forced me to do what he wanted – as Kal-El. I want to make my own choices in life. I don’t want to be Jor-El’s puppet, in his quest to rule the world. I’ve avoided him ever since I was separated from Kal-El.

Lana: Clark, do you remember what symbols were on the table – for the other two stones? Was one of them – like the one on my back?

Clark: I think it was, Lana. And the third - well, it is the symbol that Jor-El branded onto my chest before I blew up the ship & went to Metropolis. It was the symbol, the crest, of my ancestors from Krypton.

Lana: Branded? So you were marked with a symbol too? Clark, somehow these symbols, those stones must have a connection to you, and me, and our destinies. Can you get in to see the table again?

Clark: I don’t know. I always needed the key – from my ship – to talk to Jor-El. But it disappeared. Kal-El opened the wall without the key. But I’m not sure it would work for me, the way he did it.

Lana: Why don’t you try, Clark? What did he do?

Clark: He pressed his palm to the keyhole, then touched the three symbols. But – I’m not ready to try it, Lana. I’m not ready to talk to Jor-El again. What if he turns me into Kal-El again? I don’t want to be Kal-El, and lose my memories. I want to be Clark Kent. And I want to be with you, Lana. (He looks at Lana lovingly, and gives her a small kiss.)

Lana: So what do we do next, Clark?

Clark: Well, didn’t you want to meet with Chloe to investigate your genealogy further?

Lana: Yeah. I was planning to do that this afternoon.

Clark: Good. Lets start there. (Clark takes Lana’s hands in his, and meets her gaze.) Lana, I don’t know where all of this is headed. But there’s one thing I do know for sure: I love you Lana. And I want you in my life. Somehow what’s happening to you and what’s going on with me are connected. We’ll figure it out, Lana – together. If we can face destiny together, it doesn’t seem quite so scary.

He draws Lana into his strong embrace, and stares lovingly into her eyes. As she meets his gaze, a flood of emotion sweeps through her entire body. His lips seek hers as hers seek his. Finally they meet, sharing a moment of deep love, a union of hearts that could only be destiny.

***
Coming Next: Lana & Chloe, etc...

[Cardinal]

Originally posted by SVsleuth

Clark: I know I’m working on hunches, Lana. But my gut tells me that we’re on the right track. And that – that’s why I’ve been attracted to you since I was five years old. And that’s why you are the one I am destined to be with.

That's a completely original take on Clark's attraction to Lana. It's really is biological. It takes the phrase, "There's just something about you..." to a whole new level.

[NYC300Z]

wow amazing last two updates!! I love it how Clark and Lana's destiny's are entiwined! PPMS!!

[binkys711]

wow! everything is mixing together! awesome!!! and i loved the way you described their kiss at the end! so beautiful, so perfect!:) PPMS!!!:D

[Scotty]

I guess some people are just meant to be together. PPMS! :)

[4EverSmallville]

How beautiful. I'm really enjoying the revelations and the trust developing. This is a nice change from S4 :).

[SVsleuth]

Alt. CLANA Scenes: GONE – Part 12

That afternoon. Lana calls Chloe.

Chloe: (Picking up her cell phone as she works at the TORCH) Hello? Oh, Hi, Lana. Yeah, I’m at the TORCH now. Sure, I’ll be here. Come on over. I’d be glad to help you with anything I can.

Lana hangs up the phone & drives over to the TORCH

Lana: Hi, Chloe.

Chloe: Hey, Lana. What is it you wanted my help with. Some investigative reporting?

Lana: Yes, actually. Chloe, do you remember that genealogy project you helped me with last year?

Chloe: Yeah. Your tree was a lot more interesting than mine. What was the name of that French town it seemed all of your ancestors were from?

Lana: Castlenau-de-Montmiral

Chloe: Yeah. That’s it. Castlenau-de-Montmiral. That’s fun to pronounce. – So what’s up?

Lana: Well, I was wondering if you could help me trace my tree even farther back?

Chloe: Sure, Lana. Why? Don’t tell me you got bit by the genealogy bug. I hear there are millions of family history addicts at websites like Ancesty.com, Family Tree Maker.com, & FamilySearch.org.

Lana: Well, maybe I have. I just came across our research while unpacking and was curious to see how much farther back we could trace it. I mean, I wonder when my ancestors first came to Castlenau-de-Montmiral.

Chloe: Well, let’s see what you’ve got.

Chloe looks at Lana’s research report, and soon they are busy at the computers pulling up more ancestors.

***
That night, Lana drives up to the Kent Farm. She goes to the house & knocks. Clark comes to the door.

Clark: Hey, Lana. What a nice surprise! Shall we go over to the loft?

Lana: Um… Maybe not. Maybe we’d better talk in the house – you know?

Clark: Right. Sure, Lana. Come on in.

Martha: Hi, Lana, it’s good to see you!

Lana: Hey, Mrs. Kent. I hope I’m not intruding too late. I just wanted to show Clark something.

Martha: No, not at all, Lana. Would you like something to drink? Iced tea? Lemonade?

Lana: Thanks, Mrs. Kent. Lemonade sounds great.

Martha fixes two glasses of lemonade and brings them to Clark & Lana, who are now seated beside one another on the sofa.

Clark: Thanks, Mom.

Lana nods her thanks as well, as she takes the glass.

Clark: So, Lana, did Chloe find anything?

Lana: Yes. Look, Clark. (She shows him some printouts from the World Family Tree and from FamilySearch.org.) Someone had already researched my mother’s maternal lines. They were right there on the internet. Your hunch was right, Clark. I am a descendant of Countess Margaret Isabelle Theroux.

Clark just nods his head, still trying to understand the implications of this revelation.

***
This story will continue into the events of Alternate Façade, coming up next.

[binkys711]

yay! I can't wait! what else did she find?!PPMS!!! great update! I like it when Chloe said this:
Chloe: Yeah. That’s it. Castlenau-de-Montmiral. That’s fun to pronounce. – So what’s up?
:rotfl: that just cracked me up!

[SVsleuth]

Alternate FAÇADE continuing on from Alternate GONE. Part1

The beginning of Façade remains the same as on the show: flashback to freshman year about Scabby Abby, Abby with her Mom, Dr. Fine. Then, Clark is playing football alone at the farm.

A shot of a football resting on the grass as a crowd is heard cheering. We hear the voice of a male announcer.

Announcer: What a ball game! It's all tied up! With five seconds left, it's a brother here at Metro Stadium!

Clark, dressed in blue jeans and a flannel shirt, picks up the ball.

Announcer: Clark Kent, the young phenom from Smallville has led M.U.'s incredible comeback.

Clark holds the ball in his hands, looking at it intensely and turning it over. He is in the middle of an empty field on the farm.

Announcer: Kent takes the step from his own ten-yard line. It's Hail Mary time. He fades back. Here's the pass.

Clark runs backwards a few paces and then chucks the ball into the air.

Announcer: A bullet deep downfield! Way past his own receiver!

As the ball continues to fly across the field toward the Kent barn, Clark super speeds toward it.

Announcer: Wait! Kent's now flying down the field. He's going to catch his own pass!

Clark jumps into the air and catches the football.

Announcer: Touchdown! The Meteors win! Kent is unbelievable!

Clark smiles, pleased with himself. The cheering and the voice of the announcer in Clark's imagination fade away. Clark notices a tire swing hanging from a nearby tree and tosses the football at it, easily sinking the ball through the hole of the tire. He doesn't notice that Lois has parked her car behind him and is now walking toward him.

Lois: Nice arm, farm boy.

Clark turns around, startled.

Lois: When's the first game?

Clark: (Uneasy. Hoping she didn’t see too much.) I'm not on the team.

Lois: Why not? An arm like that is a "Get out of geek free" pass.

Clark: Well, even if I wanted to play--

Lois: Which obviously you do.

Clark: That wouldn't be the reason. Thanks, I don't really consider myself a geek.

Clark starts to walk away, and Lois walks with him.

Lois: So... what do you see yourself as?

Clark: I don't know. An outsider, I guess.

Lois: (She laughs.) That's a recipe for wedgies if I've ever heard one.

Clark: (Annoyed.) Have I told you how much I'm gonna miss you?

They stop walking as Lois's dad, General Sam Lane, drives up and steps out of his car.

Lois: (Not pleased to see him.) Daddy. Don't you have three thousand guys to babysit? Do you really need to keep checking up on me?

Sam: It would appear that way.

Lois: I know that I'm late. But I can still make it to campus for orientation.

Sam: Save yourself a trip. Met U just yanked your acceptance.

Lois: What? They can't do that.

Sam: They can if you don't have enough credits to finish high school.

Lois: Look, I know I missed a few classes, but...

Sam: Lo, you failed the last semester.

Clark laughs, enjoying this. Sam looks sharply at Clark, and he stops laughing.

Sam: Not to worry, though. I'm sure that Clark will be happy to show you around.

Clark & Lois: (Worried.) Around where?

Sam turns his back to Lois and Clark and begins to walk back to his car.

Sam: Bright and early tomorrow morning. (He turns back to them.) You start Smallville High.

Smiling, Sam continues to walk to his car. Clark's eyes close in exasperation and his chin drops to his chest. Lois sighs heavily.

Lois: Great.

***
At school, the inside hallway of Smallville High crowded with students. Clark comes down the stairway and stops when he notices a poster on the wall that says "Football Tryouts This Week." He is clearly interested. Then, Clark sees Abby, with her “new look”.

Abby: Hi, Clark.

She goes to her locker. Clark realizes who she is.

Clark: (Surprised.) Abby?

Abby: It's actually Abigail now.

Clark: You know, I almost didn't recognize you.

Abby: After an entire summer in recovery... good. (She opens her locker.) With any luck, this old locker will be the only thing that stays the same this year.

Clark: (He laughs.) Yeah, um, that shouldn't be a problem. So, uh... Why the, uh...

Clark looks Abby up and down timidly.

Abby: Change? I guess just one day you realize you can spend another year being resentful of what everybody else has, or you can do something about it. It's our senior year, Clark. This is my last chance.

Clark thinks about this. That’s exactly how he feels about playing football.

***

Lana is walking down the hallway holding a folded up piece of paper with her name written on it. She looks at it questioningly as she stops outside the coach's office. “Why would the new assistant football coach want to see me? She opens the door and is taken aback as she sees Jason putting books on a shelf. She closes the door behind her.

Lana: Jason? What are you doing here? I thought you left Smallville. A note through the vent of my locker?

Jason: Well, I pride myself on being able to revert back to the fourth grade.

He moves closer, and grasps her shoulders gently, as if about to pull her into his arms. She stops him, pushing against his chest with both hands.

Lana: What are you doing? Jason, I told you, I’m in love with Clark.

Jason: I was hoping I could change that.

Before Lana can respond, there is a knock on the door.

Clark enters the office, saying, “Coach Teague.”

Lana looks at Jason disbelievingly, & frees herself from his grasp.

Clark: (Stops in his tracks as he sees Lana with Jason.) Lana. What are you doing here?

Lana: Um, I, uh--

Jason: The principal asked this young lady to give me the grand tour.

Clark looks at Lana questioningly.

Lana: I’ll explain later, Clark.

Clark nods, puzzled.

Clark: (to Jason)I'm Clark Kent.

They shake hands.

Jason: It's good to finally meet you, Clark.

Clark is confused at this response, but continues anyway.

Clark: You know, they didn't tell me you were Jason Teague. (To Lana.) This guy threw a passing record his freshman year at Metropolis University. He could've gone pro.

Jason: Yeah, well, now I'm just a transfer to Central Kansas A & M. It's amazing how quickly you fall off a recruiter's list when you tear your rotator cuff.

Lana: Well, then, I, uh, I guess we're lucky to have you here, coach.

Jason: Assistant coach... Miss Lang.

Lana laughs, as Jason refers to her this way. Clark looks at her with a puzzled expression.

Jason: (To Clark.) Um, Quigley's still gonna be calling the plays for you guys.

Clark: Well, actually, I'm not on the team. (He glances at Lana.) I was hoping I could try out.

Jason: You look big enough. Sure.

Lana looks at Clark, surprised.

***

Coming soon - Alt. FACADE - Part 2

[binkys711]

jeje...I liked the way you put everything almost exactly the same...great job! PPMS!!!

[SVsleuth]

Alternate CLANA Scenes: Facade - Part2

Jonathan and Martha have their talk about her working at the Talon, just as on the show.

***
Added scene

Clark and Lana meet outside the school, at the end of the school day. He gives her a small kiss and puts his arm around her, as they walk to his truck. As they drive home, they talk.

Clark: Lana, um… what was going on with Coach Teague? Did the principal really ask you to give him the “grand tour”?

Lana: Um… no. No, Clark. Jason made that up.

Clark: Jason? You’re on a first name basis with the new coach?

Lana: Clark, um… Jason is the guy I met in Paris. He came here hoping to be with me. He came by the Talon the other night, bringing me flowers, wanting to stay here with me.

Clark: (Looking toward her, as he drives) Why didn’t you tell me about this?

Lana: I don’t know, Clark. You were so eager to talk to me about your abilities, Professor Willowbrook, the bracelets, and everything, I guess I completely forgot about Jason. I thought he was gone. I wasn’t trying to hide anything from you, Clark. I was just all wrapped up in you.

Clark smiles.


Clark: Well, when you put it that way. (He smiles at her.)

Lana: I thought he left, Clark. Then I find out he took a job at our school? Clark, he put a note through the vent in my locker that the new assistant coach needed to see me. I couldn’t guess why the new coach would want to see me. I told him it was over, Clark. I told him I am in love with you. Clark, he said he was hoping to change that.

Clark: So that’s why he said he was glad to finally meet me.

Lana: Yeah. Clark, what am I supposed to do? What if he won’t drop it? I wish he would leave.

Clark: If you don’t mind my asking, Lana, um… just how close did you two get, in Paris?

Lana: We spent a lot of time together, Clark. You have to understand, I was hurt, and lonely. I thought you didn’t care. I needed someone. And Jason happened to be there. He actually reminded me of you: cute, funny – but more free to take risks. Like you when you’re on Red K.

Clark: Lana, you like me when I’m on Red K?

Lana: I like how free you seem to be. I guess I just like seeing you without the weight of the world on your shoulders.

Clark: (nods) But, Lana, I could be dangerous to you if I were on Red K. I get really reckless, & I do whatever my passions desire. I could never protect your um.. your dream if I were on Red K, Lana. But, maybe I can let the playful, free side of myself out a bit more, now that you know so much about me.

They arrive at the Kent farm, and Clark superspeeds around to Lana’s door, picks her up, & speeds off with her in his arms. Lana blinks, and finds herself sitting beside Clark on the pier at Crater Lake.

Clark: Playful enough for you? (He puts an arm around her and pulls her into a gentle kiss.)

Lana: Yeah. (She smiles up at him and leans over to kiss him again.) Why’d we come here, Clark?

Clark: Well, I thought it would be a great place for me to tell you about a dream I once had. You remember, when Sarah kept me asleep for hours on end.

Lana: Yeah. And, I’m not sure I should hear the details of your dream – if it involves us skinny-dipping. (She smiles knowingly at him.)

Clark: Well, maybe you’re right. But if I were on Red-K, I’d definitely make that dream come true.

Lana: Okay, okay. I guess I’d better not hope to see you on Red-K. (She leans in to kiss him. He unexpectedly tickles her. Lana is caught off guard, and as she tries to free herself from his torture she slips off the pier splashing into the water.

Clark: Lana? Lana! (He jumps in after her, fully clothed.)

Lana pops up to the surface, laughing. She looks up at the pier, where Clark had been sitting, but he is not there.

Lana: Clark? Clark! Where are you?

After a few moments, which seems like an eternity to Lana, Clark pops up beside her.

Clark: Boo!

Lana: Don’t do that! (She splashes water at him playfully.)

Clark takes her into his arms.

Clark: Sorry. But I couldn’t resist. It’s almost exactly like my dream. Except…

Lana: Except what?

Clark: Except for the clothing.

Lana: Don’t even think about it, mister. I am not stripping for you. Not unless you marry me first.

Clark: Is that a proposal?

Lana: Would you like it to be?

Clark: Well, I kind of thought that I’d be the one doing the proposing. So… no. Not yet. (He kisses her again) Well, I guess I’d better get you home to change.

(In a flash, Lana finds herself standing outside her apartment door with Clark, dripping wet. She quickly unlocks the door & they go inside. Clark takes one look at Lana, her wet clothes clinging to her shapely figure, and knows he’d better get away from her quickly. Lana takes one look at Clark, his firm abs showing through his wet T-shirt, & knows the same.)

Clark: I’d better go, Lana. I’ll call you later.

(And without another word or kiss, he was gone.)

***
Later that evening, Clark & Lana talk on the phone.

Clark: All dry now?

Lana: Yeah. Thanks for the fun afternoon, Clark. I enjoyed your playful side.

Clark: I’m glad.

Lana: Clark, there’s something I was wondering. When you were in Jason’s office today, you said you wanted to try out for the football team. Do you seriously want to play, Clark?

Clark: Yes, Lana. I do. I’ve always wanted to play. It’s just that… well, my dad is always afraid I’ll hurt someone. But I am certain I can control my abilities now, Lana. This is my senior year, and I want to have memories of playing football in high school – even if it is only for a few games. I just want to be able to do what every other guy gets to do. Can you understand that, Lana?

Lana: Yeah, I understand, Clark. You don’t want your abilities to keep you from experiencing the best parts of being a teenager. But can you really control your abilities that much, Clark? I know you wouldn’t want to risk hurting someone or exposing your secret.

Clark: I can control it, Lana. I know I can.

Lana: Then good luck. I’ll be your personal, private cheerleader.

Clark: Thanks for supporting me, Lana. See you at school. Oh, um… I have practice after school, so I won’t be free to hang out.

Lana: That’s okay, Clark. Have fun. I’ll see you at school tomorrow.

Clark: Lana? I love you.

Lana: I love you, too, Clark. Good-night.

Clark: Good-night, Lana.

They hang up the phone.

***
Coming Next: Alt. CLANA Scenes:FACADE - Part 3. Thanks for the buffers, binks.:)

[binkys711]

aww....I love the way the played in the water that was soo cute!!!HOORAY FOR CLANA FUN!!!:p PPMS!!!

[clana4ev3r]

Water.... GREAT! KISSING.... GREAT! PHONE... GREAT! TOGETHER SUPER GREAT!

[NYC300Z]

That was great! What was that like 3 updates! Really liked how u made it just like what really happned but just with Clana instead! Fantastic job!

PPMS!!

[Dr. Jeckyll]

Fantastic! Excellent! Love the way you're re-writing this. PPMS!

[Scotty]

This should get interesting. Is Jason going to stay in Smallville as Clark's coach? PPMS! :)

[SVsleuth]

I guess you'll have to keep reading to find out. ;)

[Cardinal]

Clark gets to have his swim after all. :cool:

A Lana proposal would be unique...I wonder if you'll go that way.

I wonder if Coach Teague will let Clark's "permission slip" slide, now that Jason's trying to get Lana back, hmmmm.

For that matter, will Clark be that one step too slow to save Jason when he gets shot at in Devoted?

For the answers to these questions tune in to the next exciting chapter of...Alternate Smallville. :p

[booze_is_me09]

aww can't wait to read more! PPMS!!!

[smallville_clana]

ahh please update!

[SVsleuth]

Alternate FAÇADE – Part 3

***Next afternoon***

Clark is getting dressed in his football uniform in the boys' locker room. There are several other guys in the room, and Jason enters with a clipboard.

Jason: Hey, Kent. I need your permission slip, bud.

Clark pulls a yellow slip of paper from his backpack and hands it to Jason. He smiles somewhat nervously.

Jason: What positions have you played?

Clark: None, actually. I've never been on a team before. My father wasn't too keen on the whole idea.

Jason: Your dad doesn't know you're here, does he? (Clark becomes more nervous.) When it comes to defying fathers, I'm kind of a pro.

Clark: I'm not doing this for him.

Jason: You know, I've seen a lot of guys join the team just so they can walk around in a letterman's jacket, because they want people to look at them differently. But football's just a game. If you want to change, you gotta do that yourself.

Clark: That's why I'm here.

They look at each other for a moment.

Jason: All right. Let's see what you got. (He thinks to himself, “This is the guy Lana’s in love with. I want to get to know him. I don’t know what, if anything, she told him about me and Paris. Maybe if I play it cool I can somehow get another shot with Lana.”)

Jason leaves the locker room. Clark smiles triumphantly and slams his locker shut.

***
Out on the football field, at practice, Coach Quigley tosses a football to Clark.

Quigley: All right, Kent. Prove something to us.

Clark tosses the ball to Jason and puts on his helmet. He looks at Jason with some trepidation, and Jason gestures to the field. Clark then walks over to a group of guys and they get into position to play. One guy bends over in front of Clark, holding the ball to the ground, and Clark stands behind him, ready to receive it.

Guy: All right, guys! On two!

Clark: Hut! Hut!

The guy in front of Clark passes the ball to him, and Clark throws it across the field with so much force that the guy who catches it is knocked to the ground. Both Jason and Clark smile. Jason goes to Clark.

Jason: All right. That'll work. (He pats Clark on the chest.) Line up again, guys.

***

Brett comes on to Abby, they make-out in the locker room, she kisses him & he sees himself disfigured in the mirror. He runs off, runs in front of Lois’ car, & ends up in the hospital.

Clark & Lois talk about what happened with Brett.

Clark enters the boys' locker room. There are several guys wearing only towels, changing after their showers. Lois walks into the locker room, following Clark, not intimidated in the least. Clark tries to stop her from going any farther.

Clark: Hey, hey! The last time I checked, you were missing a few prerequisites for being in here.

Lois: (Smug.) So you have been checking me out.

Some of the guys laugh in surprise when they see Lois.

Clark: Lois, just wait outside.

She ingnores him. Lois & Clark continue to investigate what happened with Brett & Abby. Clark finds Abby’s necklace in the shower.

***
Inside the Talon, Lex opens a cardboard box and pushes aside the bubble wrapping to reveal a book called "The Hieroglyphs of Meso-America." Lana comes down the stairs behind him.

Lana: Do you make a habit of going through other people's mail?

Lex: Sorry, the box was addressed to the Talon. (He shows her the book.) Something tells me this isn't a book of the month selection.

He pulls another book out of the box that is written in a foreign language.

Lex: What's with this fascination with ancient writings?

Lana: (Pause.) School project.

Lex drops the books back into the box.

Lex: Must be the same project Clark's always working on. (He turns and walks toward the bar.) For two people so different, you have remarkably similar interests.

Lana lets it go, rather than reveal that she and Clark are working together on this.

Lana picks up another book from the box and the cover features the symbol that has been mysteriously tattooed onto her lower back. Lex's back is to Lana, and he doesn't notice her surprise. He looks around at the empty coffee house as Lana puts the book back in the box.

Lex: It still amazes me what you did with this place. You saw promise in something everyone else thought was beyond redemption.

Lana: Huh. This is a side of Lex Luthor I've never seen before. (Walking toward Lex with a smile.) You're coming dangerous close to being nostalgic.

Lex looks at Lana with a small smile.

***
Kent farm. Clark walks up the stairs to the front porch where his father is waiting, looking out at the yard quietly.

Jonathan: Congratulations are in order. Coach Quigley called. You made the football team.

Clark: You don't have to worry, Dad. I'm not gonna hurt anyone. Clark walks past Jonathan toward the door.) I know how to control my abilities.

Jonathan: The person I'm worried about you hurting, Clark, is yourself.

Clark stops walking but keeps his back to Jonathan.

Jonathan: You're gonna be tempted to run just a little bit faster, to throw the ball just far enough to win every game.

Clark turns to Jonathan, becoming angry.

Clark: You think I'm gonna cheat? I won't cross that line.

Jonathan: (With an exasperated laugh.) You won't even know where that line is, Clark. Come on, think about it. You're out there, your friends are giving it their all. You're gonna do whatever it takes to win. That's football, son. And with you, it's never gonna be a fair competition.

Clark: (Hurt.) Well, let's talk about what's fair. What's the first thing you remember about high school when you think back?

Jonathan: (Trying not to let Clark change the subject.) No, no, no.

Clark: Don't tell me it's not football.
(Jonathan can't answer.) I want that, too, Dad, and I'm sick of begging for the same chances that you just had. I want my own life.

Clark leaves Jonathan and enters the house. Jonathan remains on the porch, staring sadly at the ground.

***

Added Scene

Lana drives up to the Kent farm. Clark sees her car and walks over to her.

Clark: Hey, Lana. (He kisses her as she exits the vehicle.) What’s up?

Lana: Well, I wanted to talk to you.

Clark: Sure.

Lana & Clark walk over toward the fence as they talk.

Lana: I had ordered some books on ancient writings – before we talked about the tattoo and all. I forgot all about it until they arrived today. Lex was there and he accidentally opened the box. He seemed very curious as to why I am interested in ancient writings. I told him it was for a school project. He said you seem to always be working on a similar project. Clark, how much does Lex know – about you – about the caves – and everything?

Clark: Lana, the day you left for Paris, I found out that Lex has been investigating me – collecting information on me. He had an entire room dedicated to his findings. I got really upset when I found out. That’s why I totally lost track of time and didn’t pick you up to take you to the airport. I can’t trust him, Lana. (He pauses a few moments.) Remember when I told you about the legend of Naman and Sageeth? Well, Naman is supposed to have a friend who is like a brother to him, who becomes his greatest enemy. I have reason to believe that Lex is Sageeth.

Lana: How can that be, Clark? Lex has been so good to me.

Clark goes on to tell Lana about the Starblade and Jeremiah. When he tells how he was stabbed with the Kryptonian blade and nearly died, Lana’s face is drained of all color. She wraps her arms around him, burying her face in his chest.

Lana: Oh, Clark! I had no idea you were going through things like this. To think I could have lost you!

Tears spill upon his shirt as she tightens her grasp on Clark.

Clark: (Stroking her hair, trying to comfort her, his arms enfolding her.) I’m okay, Lana. I’m still here. Jor-El cured me, using my dad as his vessel. He must have something important for me to do, because he wanted me to survive.

Lana continues to sob into his chest.

Clark: Lana? (He lifts her chin so as to look into her eyes.) Are you okay? (He wipes her tears with his hand, and kisses her on the forehead.) I didn’t mean to upset you, Lana. I almost didn’t tell you about that part – but I don’t want to keep anything from you, Lana. I live a life full of danger. Very few things can hurt me, though. Only Kryptonite, and Kryptonian metal. Normal bullets just bounce off of me, Lana. Swords shatter when they contact my arm. I can stop a car or a bus – and all the damage is to it - none to me. Lana, the day I met Lex, I was standing on the bridge, when he lost control of his car – and he hit me at 60 mph. His car plunged into the water. I was fine, Lana. I swam down and rescued Lex. I tried to convince him that he’d missed me – but somehow he never believed me. I guess he couldn’t forget what he thought he saw. That’s why he’s so intrigued with me. That’s why he was investigating me, Lana.

Lana: He hit you at 60 mph? And you were unharmed? I guess I can related to Lex. I remember so clearly the day of the tornado, when you were in the truck. You tried to make me think I had imagined it. But somehow, that memory was so clear. I knew you had saved me. I just couldn’t figure out how.

Clark: Right. Except, you didn’t start a full scale investigation into me and my family. Lex did. Lana, the Starblade was supposed to disintegrate if Sageeth touched it. It did, Lana. The blade disintegrated when Lex & Lionel touched it. That means one of them is Sageeth. I don’t know what Lex thinks about me, Lana. Just be careful around him. Don’t let anything you know slip out around him. Okay?

Lana: Sure, Clark.

Clark: You feeling better now? (He kisses her cheek.)

Lana: Yeah, much better.

She leans up and kisses him gently on the lips. He pulls her closer and kisses her again, lingering. She then rests her head upon his chest again. After a few minutes, she speaks.

Lana: Clark? I was thinking. Maybe I could have this tattoo removed. It’s not easy to keep it hidden at school – in the locker room and all. I thought maybe Abby’s mom could help. Do you think it would be alright to try? I mean, we still don’t know why it was put there, or who did it. But I wish I could get rid of it.

Clark: (considering) Well, Lana. Um…. I guess if you really want to. Just don’t say anything about how and where you got it.

Lana: That won’t be hard – since I don’t really know. (She grins.) Seriously, I’ll be careful, Clark. I’ll try to see Dr. Fine tomorrow. – Well, I’d better go now. I’m sure you have chores and homework to do, since you had practice after school. Oh, how did that go, by the way? Did Jason give you a hard time? I was afraid he would – on account of me.

Clark: No. Surprisingly, Coach Teague wasn’t hard on me at all. He was kind of cool. I can see why you liked him. He let me try out, even though he knew my dad hadn’t signed my permission slip. It went great. Both Coach Quigley and Coach Teague seemed impressed. I made the team. And I had a blast. It felt so good to finally be out on the field with other players, getting a chance to play. I am so sick of playing solo football.

Lana: Good. I’m really happy for you, Clark. I can’t wait to see you play. Maybe I’ll even stop by practice sometime.

Clark: Really, Lana? That would be great. Thanks! (He gives her another kiss, and they start walking toward her car.)

Lana: (Getting into her car.) Bye, Clark. See you tomorrow.

Clark: Bye, Lana. (He leans in through her open window and kisses her one more time. He whispers in her ear.) I love you.

Lana: I love you, too. Bye now. (Lana drives away, smiling, as Clark watches her until her car is out of sight.)

Coming Next Alt. FACADE - Part 4

[SmallvilleMan]

awesome as always, this is my real season 4.

[smallville_clana]

another great chapter! keep it up!

[clana4ev3r]

I agree with SVM this is the real season 4! PPMS! :D

[NYC300Z]

Yeah the added scene was really cool :cool: Can't wait for the next update! PPMS!!

[Cardinal]

Yay! Scrumpdilicious-Clana!

At least I now know that my fic will have to stop at the end of Season 3...how in the world could I continue into Season 4 after reading this?

[MOOman0618]

So many wonderful update to come back too! Again I say, I love what you are doing with season 4. Really enjoyed the quasi-skinny dipping scene! I am so excited to see how you change 'Devoted' and 'Transference'. I can only imagine!

[Dr. Jeckyll]

Why can't you do season 5? You've already proven your season 4 as waaaaaaay better than the original.

Maybe you could be hired for season 5, with Ajfinn as clana-consultant and Cardinal for some more humorous scenes? That really would have been something!

Or even better, why can't the whole Clana-board write all the clana scenes for next season? :D

[SmallvilleMan]

I want to do something like for season 5, but two stories is enough. I think NY should do it, it could be his first story.

[SVsleuth]

Alternate FACADE - Part 4

***Next afternoon***

Lana is lying on her stomach on the table in Dr. Fine's office. Her shirt is lifted up just far enough so that her tattoo is exposed and Dr. Fine is using a blade to take a small scraping of skin. Lana grimaces slightly.

Dr. Fine: You're not the first person to walk through that door with tattoo remorse. But you're the first one to do it without ink.

Dr. Fine puts the skin sample in a dish and walks to the counter. Confused, Lana sits up.

Lana: What?

Dr. Fine: Whatever this pigment is, it's almost as though the symbol were branded underneath your skin. Someone wanted to leave a mark you wouldn't easily forget.

Lana: But you can still remove it, right?

Dr. Fine: Well, I'll have to send this tissue sample up to the lab, but I am guessing removal won't be possible without a complete skin graft.

Lana sighs unhappily.

Dr. Fine: But we'll see.

Dr. Fine walks back to Lana who is still sitting up on the table.

Dr. Fine: You go to school with my daughter, don't you? I never forget a face. Especially a perfect one like yours.

Dr. Fine walks closer to Lana and touches her face, inspecting it with fascination.

Dr. Fine: It must get you anything you want, hmm?

Abby comes in, and Lana leaves. Then Abby talks to her mom about what happened to Brett. Dr. Fine says Lana is a threat as well, since she saw Abby with Brett.

***
Smallville High School, around dusk.

Clark: Hey, Lana. Thanks for meeting me here. I wanted to show you something.

Clark leads Lana by the hand into a dark room and closes the door behind them. The only light comes through the translucent window in the door, and even that isn't very bright.

He flips on the lights revealing a large room with all types of costumes hanging along each wall. There is a spinning mirror ball in the middle of the ceiling reflecting little spots of light that chase each other around the room. There are also several antique chandeliers hanging from the ceiling. In the middle of the room are several full length mirrors.

Clark: It's the old drama room.

Lana: (Amazed.) Wow. (She laughs.) I didn't even know this room existed.

Lana walks farther into the room and starts to look around at all the elaborate costumes and set pieces.

Clark: Yep. Neither does anyone else, hopefully. I only found it using my x-ray vision.

Lana: Seems like a great place to steal a kiss. (She steps closer to Clark and pulls him into a kiss. Clark welcomes her lips as they touch his. He pulls her in closer and begins to intensify the kiss, but suddenly breaks away. He looks into Lana’s eyes.)

Clark: I’d better not. We’d better not, Lana. I’m really trying hard, you know, to keep my promise to you. It’s not easy, Lana.

Lana: I know, Clark. I’m sorry. I started it.

Clark: But, Lana, I brought you here. I shouldn’t have. It’s too isolated. I just thought it was so beautiful, all the things in here, and I knew you’d enjoy seeing it. Beautiful things for a beautiful woman. I um… I never thought about how alone we’d be. (Clark walks away from Lana.) So, did you get to see Dr. Fine?

Lana: Yeah. Yeah, I did. Clark, she said something very strange. She said the tattoo isn’t made with ink. That somehow it is branded beneath my skin. She said branded Clark. Isn’t that what you said Jor-El did to you?

Clark:(his interest peaked) Yeah. Lana, does it ever hurt? I mean, does it ever cause you any pain at all?

Lana: No, Clark. I can’t feel anything. It’s just there.

Clark: Good. Lana, if it ever begins to cause you any pain at all, promise me you’ll tell me right away.

Lana: Sure, Clark. But, why? Did yours hurt you Clark?

Clark: Not continuously. But periodically it would begin to burn with an unbearable pain – while I was wearing the Red K ring. When I would take the ring off, the pain would subside.

Lana: How did you get rid of it, Clark?

Clark: My dad made a deal with Jor-El. Jor-El gave him the powers he needed to bring me back home from Metropolis. When I smashed the ring rather than kill my dad, the symbol disappeared, and I returned to my normal self – at least, normal for me. (He grins.)

Lana is silent for awhile, then changes the subject.

Lana: So, Clark, how was practice today? Jason still treating you okay?

Clark: Yeah, he’s been pretty cool.

Lana: I still can't believe that he has a job at my school. It feels really strange. I’ve been avoiding him. I keep wondering why he’s staying if the reason he came here was to be with me.

Clark: I know it’s weird. But I guess maybe he’s accepted the fact that you and I are together, and he just likes the job.

Lana: You don't think we have anything to worry about?

Clark:(mischievously) Not unless you’re considering dumping me & going back to Jason.

Lana: Clark! You know I would never do that.

Clark: Well, then, it’s time for the surprise I have for you.

Lana: You have a surprise for me?

Clark sits down on a closed costume chest and Lana sits on the floor at his feet, resting her arms in his lap.

Clark: Yep.

Clark reaches into his back pocket.

Clark: Hold on.

Lana: Okay.

Clark pulls out a red piece of cloth.

Clark: It's about this.

Lana: Oh, dear. That would be a blindfold.

Clark: (Standing up, teasing.) Yes, it would.

Lana: (Nervous.) Okay.

Clark kneels behind Lana and puts the blindfold over her eyes.

Lana: So, what do you think you're gonna get out of this?

Clark: Oh, nothing. We never really got to celebrate somebody's birthday. She was away in Paris.

Lana: Right.

Clark: So... you stay right here.

Lana: (Reluctant, but giving in.) Okay.

Clark: Okay.

Clark stands up and starts to leave the room.

Clark: Don't peek.

Lana moves her head around as if to prove that she can't see. Then Clark leaves the room and the door closes after him. For a moment, Lana sits in the middle of the large room in silence. Then she hears the door open again.

Lana: Clark?

A shadow crosses the floor as someone enters the room.

Lana: Hello?

There is a long silence. Then we see that Abby has entered the room and is standing right in front of Lana.

Lana: Clark, what are you do--

Abby steps forward quietly and kisses Lana on the lips. The kiss isn't passionate, but it does last several seconds and Lana responds to it, thinking at first that she is kissing Clark. The dark green mist passes from Abby's mouth to Lana's. When Abby backs away, Lana pulls the blindfold away from her eyes and sees Abby.

Lana: Abby?

Abby: (Getting to her feet.) I'm sorry, Lana.

Abby backs away slowly as Lana gets to her feet and looks into one of the nearby mirrors. She starts to gasp as her reflection shows her face appearing to rot. But again, the image is only in Lana's perception of herself in the mirror. Lana's face actually appears normal.

Frightened, she turns away from her reflection and ends up face to face with another mirror, revealing that the rotting is already getting worse with black and gold veins spreading across her face. Abby starts to cry and runs out of the room as Lana trips and falls to the floor, bumping the bottom of another mirror.

We hear the hinges of the mirror creak as it tilts toward her. Lana stands up and screams at her hideous reflection as the mirror tips toward her.

Lana: Aah!

Lana crouches on the ground and the mirror crashes on top of her, shattering the glass and cutting her face. She remains within the frame of the broken mirror, shivering and only partly conscious.

Clark hears Lana scream as he is returning with the surprise. He speeds over to her.

Clark: Lana? Lana!

Clark picks her up carefully and super-speeds to the hospital. He carries her into the emergency room, where the doctors take over. Clark is left to wait and worry.

***

Smallville Medical Center. Night. Lana is lying unconscious in a hospital bed and Clark sits on the edge of the bed speaking to her.

Clark: I don't know if you can even hear me, Lana... but you know how much you mean to me...

We see that Chloe is standing in the doorway to the hospital room behind Clark.

Chloe: Hey. How's she doing?

Clark: She's pretty cut up. They gave her a sedative, but she keeps saying, "Don't let him see me" over and over again.

Chloe: It's like some kind of breakdown.

Clark: When they brought Brett in, he was acting the same way. The only thing they could find in common is a spike in their serotonin levels.

Chloe: Serotonin?

Clark: It's a brain chemical--

Chloe: That LSD and hallucinogens mimic. It's also the word that Lois misspelled three times in her slander piece on extreme makeovers...

Clark: Yeah, but Lana and Brett are hardly candidates for plastic surgery.

Chloe: Yeah, but Abby was. Didn't Lana say she saw Brett with Abby right before he went crazy? Maybe this procedure made her more beast than beauty.

Pondering this, Clark looks at Lana again. He leans down and kisses her forehead.

Clark: Come on, Chloe. We’re not doing any good here. Let’s see if we can figure this thing out.

Clark and Chloe leave Lana’s room and exit the hospital.
***
COMING NEXT: Alt. FACADE - Part 5

[MOOman0618]

Great update! Still am amazed at how well you are keeping so closely to season four but still making it totally different, and better I might add! :)

[Dr. Jeckyll]

I'm officially in love with this re-written story.

[binkys711]

MOOman beat me to what i was going to say!Oh well....great writting! your season is soooo much better than the real one!!!PPMS!!!:D

[clana4ev3r]

I LOVE THIS RE-WRITTEN STORY!!!!!! I love how you just replace every jason and Lana scene with a clana scene! its just something totally different!!! keep going! PPMS!

[Cardinal]

What I liked about this update was how you removed Jason from the drama room scene and added Clark. It seemed so much better that way, don't you think?

As for this series, what I like is how we first get the Clana Journals which forces us to relive Season 4, *slight pause for projectile vomiting* though it does gives us new insights into what was going on.

Then, we get Season 4, Clana-style with your alternate Smallville. The contrast between the two makes your alternate version even more enjoyable.

[MOOman0618]

Originally posted by Cardinal

As for this series, what I like is how we first get the Clana Journals which forces us to relive Season 4, *slight pause for projectile vomiting* though it does gives us new insights into what was going on.


I think if we would have had the kind of emotional continuity that SV gives us in the journals then there would have been much less vomiting about season 4.

Still some, but much less of a mess to clean up.

[SVsleuth]

Alternate FAÇADE – Part 5

Lana is still unconscious in the hospital bed. Night. Jason stands in the hallway looking in at her through the window. He enters her room and sits on the edge of the bed speaking to her.

Jason: I don't know if you can even hear me, Lana... but if you knew how much you meant to me...

We see that Lex is standing in the doorway to the hospital room behind Jason.

Lex: Well, I guess the polite thing to do is cough and let you know I'm standing here, but that always seems so forced, doesn't it?

Jason watches as Lex walks into the room.

Lex: How is she?

Jason: Well, they don't know what's wrong with her so it's... it's kind of hard to say.

Lex: Lex Luthor.

Jason: Jason Teague. I, uh, I work at the school. I'm the new assistant football coach.

Lex: Teague. As in Marion, Teague, & Weisman?

Jason: (Nodding.) That's my father's firm.

Lex: (Understanding.) And you decided to get as far away from the family business as possible. Smart move.

Jason: (He smiles.) It didn't exactly go down like that. He, uh, he cut me off.

Lex: Well, what better place to kick-start a new career than Smallville High?

Jason: Yeah.

Lex: Certainly responsible of the school to send over a representative to check in on her.

Jason realizes that Lex sees the strangeness of the situation.

Jason: (Trying to cover.) Oh, um, yeah, I just -- I thought I'd stop by on the way home. It was nothing.

Lex sees the way that Jason looks at Lana.

Lex: I doubt that.

Jason turns to look at Lex, speechless. Lex looks from Lana to Jason, and then turns to walk toward the door. He stops and turns back.

Lex: Lana deserves the best. I hope you're it.

Jason doesn't respond and Lex leaves the room.

***

Next day.

Lois has been investigating for her article on extreme makeovers, & goes to an appointment with Dr. Fine, trying to get her story. Dr. Fine traps her, & is about to do a procedure on Lois.


Chloe and Clark go to the Torch office to investigate the mystery of what happened to Brett and Lana. They figure out that Abby is the key, & that Lois has beat them to Dr. Fine. Clark speeds off to Dr. Fine’s office.

Lois struggles against the straps that are holding her down looking nervously from Dr. Fine to the needles coming toward her.

Clark super speeds to the procedure room and crashes through the glass door. He grabs the cover and pulls it off the table before it is completely lowered onto Lois.

Lois: Clark?

Green smoke starts to rise from the tubes and fill the room. Clark is suddenly weakened and begins to gasp as he stumbles away from the table. Dr. Fine walks up to Clark and hits him across the face with a large metal object. He falls to the ground. Dr. Fine then walks toward the table where Lois kicks her in the face, knocking her off her feet. Lois unfastens the straps holding her down and slides of the table. She sees Clark struggling on the floor.

Lois: Clark! Are you okay?

Clark: Get me out of here.

Lois: Okay.

Lois grabs Clark’s arm and helps him stand up. Behind them, Dr. Fine grabs a scalpel that has fallen to the floor next to her and picks it up. She stands up and comes after Lois and Clark with it, but before she can do any harm, Lois turns around and kicks her in the chest, sending her back to the floor.

Lois: Bi*ch.

Lois helps Clark out of the office.

***

The Talon. Next day. Inside the upstairs apartment, Lana talks to Clark. The cuts on her face are starting to heal.

Lana: I don't know how to tell you this without sounding really stuck up.

Clark: I know you're not stuck up, Lana. What’s this about? (He turns to face her.)

Lana: Clark, you remember back in freshman year when I, uh, made the cheerleading squad? Well that was my whole identity. Putting on the face that I thought everyone wanted to see.


Lana looks at Clark waiting for a reaction. He waits for her to go on. She turns away from him and speaks again.

Lana: I keep thinking of all the times that you've told me that I'm beautiful, and, um... I can't help but wonder how much of me you really see.

Clark walks around Lana so he can look at her face.

Clark: Lana, I tell you you're beautiful because of who you are – all of you – not just your face. Now, I’d be lying if I said I’m not attracted to your physical beauty – because I am, Lana. But I do see more of you than that. So much more. Your beauty radiates from deep within you. I can see it in your eyes, Lana. Lana, don’t you know that I’m the one guy who befriended Abby freshman year, when all the other guys were making fun of her? I saw beneath her scarred face to the person beneath the surface. Now, I have to admit she looks really great now – but she’s still the same person on the inside. The same is true for you, Lana. I’m attracted to you because of the goodness that radiates from within you. You have a good heart, a pure heart. You want to do what is right and good. And that person that you are – that person doesn’t change just because of a few scars on the outside. (He turns her toward him and looks into her eyes) Lana, you are always beautiful in my eyes.

Lana: (choking back tears) Thanks, Clark.

Clark puts his arms around her, and they share a lingering embrace.

After a few minutes Clark looks into Lana’s eyes, while stroking the side of her face gently and wiping her tears.

Clark: You okay, Lana?

Lana: Yeah. I love you, Clark.

Clark: I love you, Lana. (He leans down and kisses her cheek, then her lips, softly, gently. He looks into her eyes, then away.) I’d better go. I’m still trying to keep my promise. You make it so difficult, Lana. You don’t know what you do to me, Lana, with just one look.

Lana: Yes I do, Clark. You have an amazing effect on me as well. I hate being apart from you. I want to be with you all the time. I desire so much to be one with you. (She leans toward him.)

Clark: (He stops her advance.) Lana. Let’s keep our promise. Let’s preserve our dream. I’m gonna go. (He gives her a small kiss on the forehead.) I’ll see you tomorrow.

Clark speeds away, leaving Lana suddenly alone in her apartment. She smiles, shaking her head, as she closes and locks her door, then settles in for the evening.

Clark arrives at the farm and he and Jonathan talk about football, then throw a few passes together.

***
Next Day

After school, Chloe and Lois discuss Lois’ successful article on extreme makeovers. Then…

Chloe: Whatever. Say what you want, but I know inside, it's getting to you. Welcome to the bullpen, Miss Lane. (She starts to walk away.) Now, I'm off to see Clark Kent in a wet T-shirt. Care to join me?

Lois: (Following her.) Like I've never seen that before.

CUT TO the pep rally on the football field outside the school. Lois throws a football at the target of the dunk tank and misses. Clark, who is sitting above the tank in a T-shirt and shorts, smiles at Lois teasingly. Jason tosses another football to Lois who is standing next to Chloe. A large group of students watches excitedly.

Jason: Keep your eye on the target.

Clark: Come on, Lois! Didn't those guys on the base teach you anything?

Lois: Wouldn't you like to know?

Chloe laughs. Clark gestures at the target, urging Lois to take her shot.

Lois: Doesn't matter 'cause you are going down.

Clark: That'll be the day.

The students watching all start to chant.

Everyone: Dunk! Dunk! Dunk! Dunk! Dunk! Dunk!

Lois pulls back her arm and chucks the football at the target, but misses again. Lana walks up and takes a football out of Jason’s hands.

Lana: Let me try.

The students watching all continue to chant.

Everyone: Dunk! Dunk! Dunk! Dunk! Dunk! Dunk!

Lana:(calling out) You ready, Clark?

Clark: Go for it, Lana. I don’t mind getting wet for you.

Lana: You sure?

Clark: Absolutely!

Lana; Here goes! (She moves closer, then throws the ball hitting the target dead center. Clark drops into the water tank with a splash. Chloe and Lois throw up their arms and cheer.

Lana: Yeah!

Chloe laughs as she and the rest of the students cheer and clap. Lana runs to the tank as Clark stands up, soaking wet, with a huge smile on his face.

Lana reaches out musses his wet hair, then reaches up to give him a kiss. As he kisses her he splashes some of the water from the tank on her, getting her all wet too.

Clark: Well, I never did get to dunk you freshman year, so it’s only fair you get wet too.

He winks at her with a huge grin. As she walks away she turns back to smile at him again as he shakes out his hair with his hand.

The smile on Chloe's face fades as she sees the affectionate display between Clark and Lana. Lana gives Clark another satisfied smile and Chloe lowers her eyes to the ground unhappily.

As Jason observes the interaction between Clark and Lana, he feels as if his heart has dropped into the pit of his stomach. His anger rises as he turns away, walking briskly back toward the locker room. "I cannot let this continue," he thinks to himself. "Lana belongs with me. " He walks through the locker room, and into his office, slamming the door behind him forcefully.


***
COMING NEXT: Hmmmm… Maybe added scenes between Alt. FAÇADE & Alt. DEVOTED; or maybe straight to Alt. DEVOTED. Haven't begun to write it yet.

[MOOman0618]

Originally posted by SVsleuth

Clark: Lana, I tell you you're beautiful because of who you are – all of you – not just your face. Now, I’d be lying if I said I’m not attracted to your physical beauty – because I am, Lana. But I do see more of you than that. So much more. Your beauty radiates from deep within you. I can see it in your eyes
Awww :)


Yeah for more Clana and less Clois! I loved it that Clark splashed Lana for not getting her fresman year!

Jason at the hospital...is he verging on stalkerish? I wonder how Lex will handle it this time around?


Originally posted by SVsleuth
Clark: (He stops her advance.) Lana. Let’s keep our promise. Let’s preserve our dream. I’m gonna go. (He gives her a small kiss on the forehead.) I’ll see you tomorrow.


Man...he has some damned good self control. More that I would have in that situation!

[NYC300Z]

Great update! Like I said for the last couple I really love it how u make it almost exactly what happned just with Clana! Really fantastic!

PPMS!!

[Cardinal]

Originally posted by SVsleuth
Alternate FAÇADE – Part 5


Lex: Lana deserves the best. I hope you're it.

Jason doesn't respond and Lex leaves the room.



This quote becomes much more ominous since Jason isn't with Lana. It sounds like Lex actively doesn't want Clark and Lana together...not good.

[clana4ev3r]

great update! can't wait for your next one! :D

[SVsleuth]

Originally posted by Cardinal
This quote becomes much more ominous since Jason isn't with Lana. It sounds like Lex actively doesn't want Clark and Lana together...not good.

To clarify: Lex doesn't know that Clark and Lana are together. Lana avoided telling him when they were unpacking the books at the Talon. And Clark is still not speaking to him at this point. Lex notices Jason's interest in Lana, & overhears what he said to her. He presumes it is mutual, between Jason & Lana. He is wrong. At this point, Jason is just the jilted boyfriend, who hopes for another chance, so stays in Smallville to fight for a chance. Later that will change, for several reasons that we will explore along the way. Jason went to the hospital because he heard Lana was hurt, & he still loves her - so he wanted to see her - sort of the same reason Clark went to the hospital in the actual episode - to see the girl he cares deeply about.

[Cardinal]

Oh. Gotcha!

[linn]

YUP

[booze_is_me09]

that was wonderful!! luv your story, SVsleuth!!!

PPMS!!!!

[SVsleuth]

I'm extending the ending of the last update slightly. Here you go, backing up a little:

Chloe laughs as she and the rest of the students cheer and clap. Lana runs to the tank as Clark stands up, soaking wet, with a huge smile on his face.

Lana reaches out musses his wet hair, then reaches up to give him a kiss. As he kisses her he splashes some of the water from the tank on her, getting her all wet too.

Clark: Well, I never did get to dunk you freshman year, so it’s only fair you get wet too.

He winks at her with a huge grin. As she walks away she turns back to smile at him again as he shakes out his hair with his hand.

The smile on Chloe's face fades as she sees the affectionate display between Clark and Lana. Lana gives Clark another satisfied smile and Chloe lowers her eyes to the ground unhappily.

As Jason observes the interaction between Clark and Lana, he feels as if his heart has dropped into the pit of his stomach. His anger rises as he turns away, walking briskly back toward the locker room. "I cannot let this continue," he thinks to himself. "Lana belongs with me. " He walks through the locker room, and into his office, slamming the door behind him forcefully.

[NYC300Z]

That gives Jason a bit of a diferent feel. A little more of somebody to watch out for.

PPMS!

[binkys711]

great update! I liked that last pep rally scene!!!so cool:cool: and that was so sweet what Clark said to Lana:) PPMS!!!

[MOOman0618]

Originally posted by NYC300Z
That gives Jason a bit of a diferent feel. A little more of somebody to watch out for.


Yeah. I think he is going to snap a little sooner than he did in Season 4. Now don't think that paragraph, however good it was, will get you out of a regular update! ;)

[SmallvilleMan]

YEAH, subtract the clois and add the clana:D

[Cardinal]

The "Devoted" punch bowl will be rea-a-a-ally interesting now!

[SVsleuth]

Alternate FAÇADE – Part 6
After the pep rally, Lana meets Clark outside of the locker rooms, where he has showered and changed into dry clothes. Lana is still wet, having no dry clothes with her at school.

Clark: (coming out of the locker room) Hey, Lana. Ready to go? I should get you home to change. Sorry I drenched you. I just couldn’t resist. (he grins widely)

Lana & Clark walk down the hallway and out of the school, then head toward Clark’s truck.)

Lana: That’s okay, Clark. It was fun. Only… (she stops)

Clark: Only what, Lana?

Lana: Well, did you notice Jason’s reaction? He seemed kind of miffed. He walked away quickly. I’m not sure he’s handling “us” as well as you thought. You sure he hasn’t given you a hard time?

Clark: Not a bit, Lana. But you know you don’t have to worry about me, Lana. I can handle myself pretty well, if confronted.

Lana: I just keep wondering if I should talk to him again – to make sure things are cleared up. I do care about him, Clark. I never wanted to hurt him. We were close. I kind of felt guilty at how I just suddenly left Paris, and only left him a note. He was so good to me while I was there. I just feel bad about the way I treated him.

They get in the truck. Before they drive off, Clark turns toward Lana.

Clark: Lana? Did… did you love him?

Lana: (surprised that Clark would ask this) Um…..Uh… Well, I thought I was beginning to. But somehow, whenever I tried to ponder that question, my thoughts always wandered off - - to you. My heart had never let go of you, Clark. Still hasn’t. And I’m so glad.

Clark: (looking at her seriously) Thanks, Lana. Thanks for answering me honestly. I needed to know that.

Clark leans over and kisses Lana tenderly. He smiles at her, then starts the engine and begins to drive.

Clark: You’re still wet. Let’s get you home.

Soon, Clark drives up to the Talon.

Lana: You don’t have to come in Clark. Just drop me off here. Can we get together later? I want to show you those books I got.

Clark: Sure, Lana. You want to drive out to the farm? My parents will be there. You can come for dinner. Mom would love to have you. Then we can hang out in the family room.

Lana: Are you sure it’s okay with your mom?

Clark: Absolutely. She’s been practically begging me to invite you over for dinner.

Lana: Okay, then. See you later, Clark.

Lana gives him a quick kiss then exits the truck. She watches and waves as he drives away, then she enters the Talon. Several people are inside, preparing for the re-opening of the Talon, including Martha.

Lana: Oh, hi, Mrs. Kent. I almost forgot you will be re-opening the Talon. When’s the big day?

Martha: Hi, Lana. Saturday, I hope – if everything is ready by then.

Lana: Um… Clark invited me to dinner at your place tonight. Is that convenient for you? I mean, if you weren’t going to cook and all, with all your work here…

Martha: (interrupting her) Oh, I’m delighted to have you, Lana. I’m almost finished here, and will be headed home soon to cook. I’m going to leave a few of my new hires here to finish up a few things. Can you lock up after they leave?

Lana: Sure, Mrs. Kent. No problem. Well, I’ll see you later. I’ve got to get out of these wet clothes.

Martha: How did you get wet, Lana?

Lana: (laughing) Well, I dunked Clark at the pep rally, then he splashed me too.

Martha: He didn’t!

Lana: It’s okay, Mrs. Kent. I love seeing Clark in a playful mood. He just seems to let the weight of the world drop off of his shoulders for a few minutes – and I love that.

Martha nods, understanding completely.

Martha: I know exactly what you mean, Lana. I love to catch a glimpse of such moments as well. Lana – thanks for being there for Clark. I’ve never seen him happier than he has been this last week since he’s been with you. You don’t know what a relief it is to me as his mom to see him relax a bit. Thanks, Lana.

Lana: (her eyes glistening) Thank you, Mrs. Kent. And thanks for welcoming me so warmly into your family circle. I – I’ve never really had much of a family around – not since – well, you know.

Martha nods.

Martha: Well, Lana, get up there and get dry. We’ll see you a little later, for dinner.

Lana: Okay, Mrs. Kent. See you later. Thanks.

Lana runs up the stairs to her apartment

***
Sorry so short, but thats all the time I have for now. MAYBE more later....

[binkys711]

yay! that was a great update! Lana is still soaking wet!hahaha:lol: great update!!!PPMS!!!I wonder what's in those books?...

[NYC300Z]

No worries that was a great update! Can't wait to see what they discover after dinner. I wonder if Jason will become a problem or not. PPMS!!

[Dr. Jeckyll]

Great update! Can't wait for the next!

[Cardinal]

Maybe...MAYBE??? What's with this maybe stuff?

Lana at Clark's for dinner...that could be interesting.

[SVsleuth]

Originally posted by Cardinal
Maybe...MAYBE??? What's with this maybe stuff?

Lana at Clark's for dinner...that could be interesting.

Maybe is... IF I can get my hands on a PC - sharing with 6 other people at night isn't always easy. PLUS, my husband does like to see me for awhile when he's home. But I've been updating several times a day, so you can't really complain, can you?

[binkys711]

good point:p

[Cardinal]

Yes, you've done very well. (Maybe...mumble, mumble...lack of dedication...mumble. mumble...needs to put computer off-limits...mumble, mumble...can't believe her...) :p :p :p

[C.A.chick]

hehe, cardinal, you are very funny!( muble..i, muble, agree..muble..) hehe hope you update!!!!!!!!

[MOOman0618]

Great added scene. I like the talk between Martha and Lana. I hope dinner goes well and Jason doesn't show up and screw everything up! Stupid mama's boy, GO BACK TO PARIS!

[SVsleuth]

Hoping to update once more within the hour. Have to type it up before I can post. It's written out by hand.

[NYC300Z]

okay cool :cool: I guess i'll be waiting up then! I have work form 10-10 tomorrow I was going to go to bed now, but u know i'll be waiting!!

[Cardinal]

Here we sit, we few, dedicated literary connoisseurs, waiting for the stylings of one SVsleuth.

The tension in the air is palpable as we huddle around the electronic campfire, hoping for one last story to tide us over 'til the morning light...

:p Man, if I write any more of this crap, I'm gonna explode! :p

[SVsleuth]

Please excuse any typos. I'll fix them later. I don't want to keep y'all waiting. Thanks for reading. :)

Alternate FAÇADE – Part 7

Lana unlocked the door of her apartment. As she walked in, she noticed a pink envelope lying on the floor, as if it had been slipped under the door. She smiled and picked it up, thinking to herself, “Clark, you are full of surprises today.” She eagerly opened the envelope and pulled out a small card with red roses on the front. She opened the card; there were few words inside, just this, printed neatly: “Surprise! Can’t wait to see you again. Me.” Lana smiled. “Clark, I do love you,” she said aloud.

Suddenly, Lana shivered. She was still wet. “I’d better change,” she thought to herself. “Can’t wait to see you again either, Clark,” she said as she set the note on her nightstand, gathered some clothes, and went in to draw a bath. “I have never been happier,” she thought, as she relaxed in a tub full of bubbles.

***

Lana gathered her new books and descended the stairs from her apartment, eager to join the Kents around their family dinner table. As she neared the bottom step, something caught her attention: there on the Talon counter was a vase of beautiful long-stemmed red roses, arranged perfectly with fern and ribbons. Lana was surprised and delighted, as she walked quickly over to the flowers. She leaned in to take in the sweet fragrance. Her face was radiant as she enjoyed this surprise. She reached for the small card and opened it. It read simply,”To Lana, with all my love. Me.” Lana smiled to herself. “Clark, you are so sweet,” she said aloud.

Just then, someone emerged from the shadows. He had been watching her with satisfaction the entire time. “Hi, Lana. You like them?” he asked. Lana turned with a start.

Lana: Jason! You startled me! What are you doing here?

Jason: I came to see if you liked the gifts you received, Lana. And I can see that you did. Only – they’re not from Clark, Lana. I sent them. The card. The roses.

He walks closer to Lana and looks her in the eyes.

Jason: Has Clark ever sent you roses like this, Lana – or secret messages?

Lana doesn’t answer.

Jason: I bet he hasn’t. He doesn’t know how to give a girl what she really deserves.

Lana: Jason, I –

Jason: No, Lana. Hear me out.

He moves even closer to her.

Jason: Lana, I can’t stop thinking of you. You’re on my mind all the time. I want to be with you again, Lana. And I can’t just let you slip away from me so easily. I miss you. Remember all the great times we had together in Paris? Remember the trip to Nice I had planned for us? I’m sorry we didn’t get to take that trip, Lana. But I’d still love to take you on a motorcycle trip somewhere for a weekend. Will you come with me, Lana? I have my bike – and your helmet. We can go on a grand adventure to Metropolis – or anywhere else you choose. Lana, I miss you. I love you. And I just want you to give me a chance to show you how deeply I care for you.

Lana: Jason – (tears are forming in her eyes) Jason, I – I don’t know what to say. I –

Jason: Say yes, Lana. Please. Just give me a chance.

Lana: I – (she swallows hard) I can’t, Jason. (A few tears fall down her cheeks.) I am so sorry to have hurt you, Jason. But I don’t love you that way. I never have. My heart belongs to someone else.

Jason: Clark Kent.

Lana: Yes.

Jason: What do you see in him, Lana? I know he’s not as romantic as I am, or as crazy, or as sensitive, or as mature. What does Clark have that I don’t have? I know I can make you happy, Lana. Don’t you remember how hurt and miserable you were when I first met you? Wasn’t it Clark who hurt you so badly? How can you give him another chance? Lana, have I ever done anything to hurt you – the way Clark has? Have I? I’m the one who brought joy back into your life, Lana.

Lana: Jason, I can’t explain it all to you. I know it doesn’t make sense to you. But what happened with me and Clark – it was all a big misunderstanding. And we’ve resolved all of that. I can’t help it, Jason. I Love Him. I have loved him for a long time. Nothing is going to change that. I’m sorry to hurt you, Jason. I wish I could find a way to not hurt you – but I can’t. I’ve made my choice. It’s Clark. Please, Jason, just accept it and try to move on with your life. I hope you can find happiness somehow – but it’s not going to be with me. I hope we can all be friends. Clark really likes you. He said you’ve been really cool. Thanks for that, Jason.

Jason: (nods his head) I understand. It hurts, but I understand. I had to try, Lana. It’s not going to be easy to let you go. Lana, when I saw you with Clark at the pep rally – I just couldn’t stand it! I got so angry – I wanted to punch him in the face – but, I won’t – for your sake. I know that would hurt you – and the last thing I ever want to do is hurt you, Lana. But I don’t think the three of us can be friends. I can’t handle that. I’ll try to keep up the façade of friendly coach with Clark. I have to if I want to keep my job. In spite of my jealousy, I actually do like him, Lana. He has a lot of talent. As a coach, I can appreciate that. I’m trying to act professional, Lana. But I can’t push it beyond the coach/player relationship. Can you understand me?

Lana: Yeah. I guess I can, Jason. Thanks. Um – Jason, why did you take the job as coach at my school anyway?

Jason: Well, at first, I did it just so I could be near you. But after I started coaching – I really love this job, Lana. And it works well with my college schedule too. So I hope you don’t mind if I stay.

Lana: Um – no. I don’t mind. Just so long as you know where we stand, Jason – and promise to stop it with the notes and flowers and stuff – and just be friends.

Jason: Okay. I’ll try. Lana, I have a question too. You said that it wasn’t for Clark that you returned to Smallville, but that there was something else. What was it, Lana? If it wasn’t Clark that tore you away from me, I’d really like to know what it was.

Lana: (exhales heavily) I’m sorry, Jason. But there are some things I am not comfortable sharing with you. And that’s one of them.

Jason nods his head. As he steps away from Lana, his eye catches a glimpse of the books Lana had laid on the counter beside the flowers.

Jason: What are those? (He pickes up the book with the L.L. symbol on the cover and looks at it intently.) Haven’t I seen this somewhere before? Yes. Isn’t this one of the symbols on the tomb of Countess Theroux – you know, in that Church, in Paris?

Lana: (she lies.) I don’t know, Jason. (She takes the book from him and picks up the others) I have to go now, Jason. I am expected at the Kents’ for dinner. I don’t want to keep them waiting.

Jason: No. Of course not.

Lana walks toward the door and Jason follows. They exit and she locks the door. Lana walks to her SUV.

Lana: Good-bye, Jason. See you around – at the games.

Jason: Good-bye, Lana.

Lana gets in her car and drives off to the Kent farm.

***
Coming Next: Dinner with the Kents, exploring the books, Lana tells
Clark about Jason, etc.

[Cardinal]

So, Jason hits the proverbial fork in the road. Does he take the left fork and become a full-blown stalker/psycho? Or does he go right and become a stable, well-grounded person who eventually gets Lois' attention when she comes back to town?

What a pair that would be!

Well, given what we know about Season 4, I've got my thoughts!

Thanks, SV, for the great update!

[SVsleuth]

Thanks for waiting up while I typed at a snail's pace, Cardinal. :)

[Cardinal]

As I, unfortunately, don't have a family to take into consideration, I can wait as long as I want.

Also, I have unrestricted access to a computer. One computer per user is a great ratio. :D

[NYC300Z]

Yeah I guess ur right Cardinal he has his options. I just saw him becoming the full-blown stalker/psycho for some reason.

You know what I noticed they sure said each others names alot like they just liked hearing them selves say each others name! :lol:

So when's the next part coming any time tonight or should I just go to bed? :lol:

[MOOman0618]

I have a feeling Jason will be taking a slow road to superstalker. We already know he becomes a shotgun toting maniac, but that isn't for a while. I think we will see some hints of stalker in the Devoted Alt. Can't wait for that!

Great Update!

[booze_is_me09]

great update! i hope Jason doesn't go more phsyco then he already is!!!!!

PPMASAP!!

[SVsleuth]

Originally posted by NYC300Z
You know what I noticed they sure said each others names alot like they just liked hearing them selves say each others name! :lol:

So when's the next part coming any time tonight or should I just go to bed? :lol:

Thanks for the feedback. I edited some of the "names" out. I was trying to post quickly for y'all last night, & hadn't prrof-read it yet.

Sorry to not be clear that I was finished for the night, so you could go to bed! I hope you noticed I had logged off, so finally went to catch some ZZZZzzzzzz's!

I'm hoping to post the last installment of this epi later today, then move back to CLANA Journals to finsih DEVOTED there (tomorrow?), then come back here for an Alt. DEVOTED epi. This will get the co-ordination between the 2 threads back in sync. ;)

[binkys711]

yay! can't wait!.... and booze is me...congrats! she got the 200th post on this thread:)

[luckykentcharm21]

I wish he could move on... on to someone else and on to a different town, county, state, or country... and I just got a nasty image of Jason and Lois... Make it go away.

[binkys711]

*poof*

gone:p:D

[SVsleuth]

Alternate FAÇADE – Part 8

Clark sees Lana parking her SUV at the farm. As he walks toward Lana, she quickly exits the vehicle and runs toward him, throwing herself into his arms and begins to kiss him heavily.

Clark: Hey, hey! – Lana. What’s going on? Are you okay?

He searches her eyes for a clue.

Lana: I am now. Just hold me, Clark.

Clark: Yeah, sure.

Clark enfolds her in his arms, stroking her hair, and kissing the top of her head gently. After a few moments of comforting her, Clark tries again.

Clark: Lana? Did something happen? What is it?

Lana: I – I had an unexpected visitor – Jason.

Clark: Jason?

Lana: Yeah. He left me a card – slipped under my door – and a vase of roses.

Clark: Really.

Lana: Yeah. I – I, um – I assumed they were from you.

Clark: I wish I had thought of that. You deserve the romance treatment. Sorry I haven’t much experience in that area. I’m a fast learner, though. (He grins.)

Lana: But he didn’t just send them, Clark. He was there.

Clark: What did he want?

Lana: For me to give him another chance. I told him it is out of the question, Clark – that I am in love with you for good. He didn’t want to let it go easily, Clark. I think I really did hurt him. I feel so bad for putting him through that. He really was good to me, never ever did anything to hurt me. I asked him to move on with his life, and said I hoped we could all be friends. He said he would continue to try to have a good coach/player relationship with you, but moving beyond that to a real friendship was not possible for him for now. I guess I can understand that. I wish he didn’t have to get hurt. I feel so guilty for that.

Clark: Sometimes things like that can’t be helped. Remember, a similar thing happened with Chloe when you and I got together last year. I hated to hurt her, but I couldn’t take away her pain.

Lana: (nodding) Yeah. I guess you’re right. Well, I’m just gald to have that conversation behind me, and to be here now with you.

Lana leans up to kiss Clark. Just as their lips meet, they hear Martha calling from the house.

Martha: (calling) Clark, dinner’s ready. Come on in and eat while everything’s hot.

Clark: (calling back) Okay, Mom. Lana and I will be there in a minute. (Then to Lana.) Now, where were we?

He pulls her into a tight hug, leaning down to find her lips again, lingering there for a few moments. They stare lovingly, longingly into each other’s eyes. Then Clark kisses her on the forehead, grasps her hand in his, and they hurry toward the house hand in hand.

***
Martha and Jonathan welcome Lana as they all sit down to dinner. Martha is beaming as she observes the obvious affection between Clark and Lana. She is so happy for her son. Jonathan likewise notices how relaxed and happy Clark is, and is truly glad that he has someone special in his life now. Lana can’t believe how at home she feels here, with Clark’s family. “It really feels like I finally belong to a real family,” she thinks to herself.

Lana: Thank you so much, Mr. & Mrs. Kent, for letting me intrude on your family dinner.

Jonathan: It is no intrusion, Lana. We are really glad to have you here.

Martha: Lana, I consider you part of the family already. Please, join us any time for dinner. I really mean that. I know Clark won’t object.

Clark: Not on your life! If I had my way, Lana would be here all the time. (He winks at her.) Hey, couldn’t Lois move out, and Lana could…

Martha: Clark!

Clark: Where is Lois, anyway?

Martha: Oh, umm, she said she was going out with Chloe tonight and wouldn’t be back till late.

Clark: That’s good. ‘Cus Lana and I wanted to explore some books Lana bought, and we can’t have Lois listening in as we discuss ancient writings and Kryptonian messages and stuff. Well, Mom, let me help you with these dishes and stuff before we settle down with the books. (He gets up and starts clearing the table.) You’ve been working hard getting the Talon ready, so you must be exhausted. Thanks for cooking dinner and all. You go relax now. Lana and I will clean up in a jiffy.

Martha: Thanks, Clark.

Martha makes two cups of coffee for herself & Jonathan and they head upstairs, cups in hand. Lana begins to help Clark with the dishes, but in a flash, Clark has everything tidied up.

Lana: Hey, I could get used to this. (She laughs.) Oh, I left the books in my car. I’ll go –

Clark: No, Lana, I’ll get them.

Clark super-speeds out to the car, and is back in an instant with the books. Lana smiles, shaking her head.

Lana: I wonder if I’ll ever get used to that!

***
NEED a BUFFER POST and I will post the larger update right away.

[binkys711]

ok...POST MORE!...wait...what the hell does buffer mean?:confused: I've kept wondering but always forgot to ask:p

[Dr. Jeckyll]

MUST HAVE MORE! This is gooooooooood!

[SVsleuth]

(Part 8, continued) Binkys and Dr. J: Before reading, go back to the previous one. I added more there first. Then read this one.

Clark and Lana are seated on the sofa in the family room, looking at the books Lana brought.

Lana: Can you read any of this, Clark?

Clark picks up a book with some unusual writing on the cover. He looks over the cover, and thumbs through a few pages.

Clark: This isn’t Kryptonian, Lana. I can’t read this one at all. Let me see another book.

Lana hands him the one titledThe Hieroglyphs of Meso-America. Clark looks intently at several samples of hieroglyphs in the book.

Lana: Can you read anything?

Clark: Well, most of the writing is unfamiliar to me. However, there are a few familiar symbols interspersed throughout the writing, that do seem to be Kryptonian. How would any Kryptonian symbols make their way into Mayan writings from Meso-America? It seems several Kryptonian letters, especially S, L, & P show up periodically in the middle of this other writing. I wonder why?

Lana: Clark, didn’t you say the symbol on my back is “L” – and that “S” was branded on your chest?

Clark: Yes, Lana. And “P” is the symbol on that stone I retrieved as Kal-El. I think those are the three symbols in the table, in the cave, Lana. I’m almost certain of it. Lana, can I see that last book?

Lana hands him the book with the “L.L.” symbol on the cover. He is surprised to see it on the cover of the book.

Clark: Right on the cover? More apparently Mayan writing – yet with a few Kryptonian symbols interspersed. The “L.L.” symbol seems to be very prominent in this book – almost as if it is the focus, the topic, of the book to research that symbol. I sure wish I could read Mayan hieroglyphs. Maybe there is some legend among the Mayan people that has to do with this Kryptonian symbol – kind of like the legends of Naman and Sageeth, the “visitor from the stars”, and the bracelets passed down in the Kawatche tradition.

Lana: So these symbols – they are in the caves, in France, and maybe in Mayan legends too?

Clark: And they were in my spaceship. And Dr. Swann intercepted Kryptonian messages to earth as well.

Lana: How did you learn to read the symbols, Clark?

Clark tells Lana about what happened when he first put the key into the wall of the cave.

Clark: And after that, I could read the symbols.

He goes on to tell her about the symbol for HOPE that was burned into his barn, and how this led Dr. Swann to him. He tells her about the symbol for CRUSADE that was burned into the field the day he disappeared into the light in the cave.

Lana: Crusade? So Jor-El wanted to send you on some kind of quest?

Clark: When I was Kal-El, he sent me to get that stone from Lex’s plane. I still don’t know why Lex had it, where he found it, or how he knew about it. I get the feeling that Lex knows more than we do about these ancient legends, and must have spent a lot of money to dig up that stone. I wonder if he suspects it has something to do with me? I wonder if he saw me – Kal-El – when he took the stone? It’s too bad we can’t just ask him what he knows. But that is out of the question.

Lana: Clark, Lex saw these books when they arrived. He questioned me about why I was interested in them, and mentioned that you were always studying ancient writings too. What if he does suspect that it’s all connected to you? And what if he really is Sageeth?

Clark: I don’t know, Lana. It seems like I just can’t escape having to deal with all of this Kryptonian stuff. Sometimes I wish it would all go away, and you and I could just live normal lives, “happily ever after.” But I guess things will never be normal when it involves me.

Lana: That’s okay, Clark. I love you just the way you are.

Lana leans over and gives him a small kiss.

Lana: Clark, Jason also noticed the books, when he was at the Talon. He asked me about it, and he remembered that this symbol was on the tomb of Countess Theroux. I hope he doesn’t get too curious about my interest in the symbols. He asked me why I came back from Paris. I had told him that there was another reason, besides you. He wanted me to tell him what it was that tore me away from Paris so suddenly.

Clark: You didn’t tell him, did you?

Lana: Of course not, Clark. I told him I was not comfortable sharing that with him. He seemed to accept my answer – but he was curious.

Clark: Well, then, I guess we’d better keep an eye on both Lex and Jason – and be more careful about letting anyone else see the books, the bracelets, and anything related to what we’re trying to decipher. I haven’t even told my parents, Lana, about your tattoo, and the bracelets, and the woman I’m destined to be with. I don’t think they really want to know that much detail about my Kryptonian destiny. To them, my destiny is something to be feared, something they want to forget about, so I can just be a normal teenager. They’re afraid of losing me. I don’t want to worry them, so I don’t talk to them much about all of this. That’s why I’m so glad to have you in my life now, Lana. For the first time in my life, I have someone who I can actually talk to, share my thoughts and feelings with. It frees me more than you know, Lana, to have you with me.

Clark draws Lana into his arms and begins to kiss her, gently, tenderly. She puts her hand behind his head, and pulls him in, kissing him eagerly. As the kissing intensifies, Jonathan comes down the stairs to get a refill of coffee. When he observes what is going on in the family room, he walks right in.

Jonathan: Clark! What’s going on here?

Clark and Lana separate abruptly.

Clark: Dad. Um… Uh…

Jonathan: I think it’s time for Lana to go, Clark. You’ve obviously spent enough time together for today. We’ll discuss this further later.

Clark: Right. Um… You’re right, Dad.

Lana stands up and collects her books. Jonathan goes to refill his coffee. Clark then walks to the door with Lana, where they stop.

Clark: (quietly, so only Lana can hear him) I’m sorry, Lana. I –

Lana: No, Clark. It was my fault. I don’t have the kind of self-control you seem to have.

Clark: Well, even all these years of holding back on my abilities hasn’t prepared me for controlling my desires for you, Lana. I’d better let you go.
He kisses her lightly on the forehead, as Jonathan looks on.

Lana: Good-night, Clark.

Clark: Good-night, Lana. See you tomorrow.

Lana exits and Clark closes the door behind her. He turns around to face Jonathan.

Jonathan: Clark, um… sit down, son.

Jonathan hands Clark a cup of coffee. Clark and Jonathan sit down across from each other at the kitchen table.

Jonathan: Clark, I thought we had taught you that you need to avoid certain kinds of behavior –

Clark: You did, Dad. That’s why Lana and I met here instead of in my loft or at her apartment. Dad, we’ve talked about it. We both want to do the right thing. But it’s not easy, Dad. When I look at Lana, I – I just feel something that I’ve never felt before. It’s like something is just pulling us together. And it’s very hard to resist. Did you ever feel that way about Mom, Dad?

Jonathan: Yes, son. Yes, I did. And I still do, every day. The attraction is stronger than ever, after so many years, Clark. It grows stronger with each moment we spend together. But, we’re married, Clark. You’re not. So you have to be extra cautious.

Clark: We’re trying, Dad. We really are. So, um, next time Lana comes over, can you and Mom not disappear for quite so long? I mean, if you do, it kind of defeats the purpose of us meeting here instead of in the loft or at her apartment.

Jonathan:(Smiling.) Sure, thing, Clark. We’ll try to wander in and out more frequently, without eavesdropping on your conversation.

Clark: Thanks, Dad. You’re the best. Well, let me give Lana a call to make sure she got home alright.

Clark calls Lana. She answers the phone, and they talk for a few moments. Clark tells her how great his Dad was about everything. She tells him she got home fine. Then they hang up and turn in for the night, each to sweet dreams of the other.

***
End of Alt. FACADE. Next update will be the completion of DEVOTED on the Clana Journals thead.(It's there now!) You may want to read or re-read all of the parts of DEVOTED in the CLANA Journals thread. Now that DEVOTED is completed there, I'll do Alt. DEVOTED here. (Not today, possibly tomorrow or the next day.) Got it? ;)

[binkys711]

got it! great update! oh man:( Jonathan screwed up the clana fun, just when it was getting good:p PPMS!!! great updates!!!

[SVsleuth]

Originally posted by binkys711
ok...POST MORE!...wait...what the hell does buffer mean?:confused: I've kept wondering but always forgot to ask:p

Okay, Binks, here's the scoop on buffers. You can only post 10,000 characters in one post. If the story is longer than that, you have to split it into 2 posts. BUT, if no one else posts between the 2 parts, they are automatically joined together - and then can no longer be edited. So I wouldn't be able to edit my typos, etc. So when we ask for a "buffer" we just need someone to post something, even just a smilie, so that the 2 parts won't join. Got it? Oh, and thanks for the buffer, Binks! ;)

[binkys711]

oh! gotcha!;) thanxz for the info!:D I thought that might be it but wasn't sure:\ glad I could help...sort of:p

[Cardinal]

Originally posted by SVsleuth

Clark: Well, then, I guess we’d better keep an eye on both Lex and Jason – and be more careful about letting anyone else see the books, the bracelets, and anything related to what we’re trying to decipher. I haven’t even told my parents, Lana, about your tattoo, and the bracelets, and the woman I’m destined to be with. I don’t think they really want to know that much detail about my Kryptonian destiny. To them, my destiny is something to be feared, something they want to forget about, so I can just be a normal teenager. They’re afraid of losing me. I don’t want to worry them, so I don’t talk to them much about all of this. That’s why I’m so glad to have you in my life now, Lana. For the first time in my life, I have someone who I can actually talk to, share my thoughts and feelings with. It frees me more than you know, Lana, to have you with me.

Hmmm...Clark's keeping stuff from his folks as Lana becomes his closest confidante.

With the way those two can't keep their hands off each other and with their mutual desire to wait until they marry...how quickly will they get married? I mean, they might have to marry at the end of Alternate Season 4 at this rate. :)

That means you'd get to do a proposal scene. (Hint: They're lots of fun to write!!!)

[SVsleuth]

Originally posted by Cardinal
Hmmm...Clark's keeping stuff from his folks as Lana becomes his closest confidante.

With the way those two can't keep their hands off each other and with their mutual desire to wait until they marry...how quickly will they get married? I mean, they might have to marry at the end of Alternate Season 4 at this rate. :)

That means you'd get to do a proposal scene. (Hint: They're lots of fun to write!!!)

So does anyone know what age you have to be in Kansas to marry without your parents' consent? 18? 21? Or would Jonathan, Martha and Nell gladly give their consent. Oh, and did Lana ever pursue her emancipation? Did she get it? If so, I guess she might be free to marry. But will the Kents consent? Hmmmmm......

I actually have a scenario working its way out in my brain for a marriage.... I'm not sure when it fits in though. I'll have to figure harder. ;)

[binkys711]

OoOoOoOo....can't wait for the proposal and wedding!:D:D:D but as for your questions.....I have no idea:p

[NYC300Z]

That be really cool if u had them get married I'd like to see how u work that into season 4! Great double update! PPMS!!!

[C.A.chick]

you could have clark ask lana in commencment when gives him the stone and stuff like that....PPMS!!!!!!!!!!!

[clana4ev3r]

you could make him propose to her on there graduation if she shows up...... :D

[MOOman0618]

Wow...already talk of marriage! But like Cardinal said if they don't get married soon they will explode!! Great updates, it makes me all happy inside to see a double update! Can't wait for 'Devoted' that should be very interesting.

[SVsleuth]

Haven't started writing it yet, so probably not today, unless it's in the after midnight hours. Fell asleep trying to start writing it last night ---Sorry!

[Dr. Jeckyll]

After midnight will be early morning here, so I guess I've something to look forward to tomorrow :)

[SVsleuth]

Originally posted by Dr. Jeckyll
After midnight will be early morning here, so I guess I've something to look forward to tomorrow :)

Right now, it doesn't seem likely I'll be able to post, even after midnight. Probably be much later tomorrow. I have to go to some "Back to School" Parent meeting stuff tonight. If that changes, I'll post something in the Clubhouse, or here, to let you know it's coming, Okay?

[binkys711]

ok:D

[Scotty]

Great updates! Can't wait until you get to "Devoted" :D

[MOOman0618]

Well...it is the late hours and no notices. Oh well, looks like we shall wait another day for our much desired updates!

[SVsleuth]

Alternate DEVOTED – Part 1

At football practice, Dan Cormier, the quarterback, drinks the spiked sports drink, and becomes “devoted” to his girlfriend, Mandy. He is leaving practice to be with her, after accusing Jason of “checking out” his girlfriend.
Jason turns to Clark who is sitting on the bench watching practice, disappointed that he isn’t getting to play.

Jason: Clark! Looks like a spot just opened up. Why don't you hop in there?

Clark stands up and grabs his helmet, walking happily toward the field.

Jason: Go get 'em. Clark. (Clark stops.) You're gonna need one of these.

Jason picks up a football and tosses it to Clark who catches it in one hand.

When Clark turns back toward the field, he finds himself face to face with several of the other team members.

Player: Don't get too comfortable out there, Clark.

Player #2: Danny's this team's quarterback.

The other players give Clark a hard time, not liking the fact that he’s stepping into Danny’s QB spot.

After Clark completes a pass, Jason encourages him.

Jason: Nice throw, Kent! Keep it up!

Clark: (Pleased.) All right!

***

After practice, Jason is alone in the locker room, when suddenly, Danny appears and starts shooting at him with a gun. Jason avoids the first few shots, then realizes it is Danny.

Jason: Whoa! Whoa! Danny, put the gun down, man. Let's talk about this.
Clark enters the locker room and sees what is happening.

Danny: It's too late, coach. (He cocks the gun.) You shouldn't have hit on my girl.

Danny fires the gun, and in slow motion we see a small cluster of steel beads launch from the barrel. Clark runs to Jason with super speed and pushes him out of the way and to the floor. The beads fly over Clark and Jason to a mirror on the wall which shatters on impact.

From the floor, Clark looks up at Danny who cocks the gun and is about to fire again. Clark uses his heat vision on the gun, warming the metal until it is so hot that Danny gets burned and cries out, dropping it.

Danny: Ah!

The metal part of the shotgun glows red hot as it clatters to the floor. Danny falls down next to the gun. Clark looks at him wide eyed.

***

(Added scenes)

Lana had planned to meet Clark outside the locker room after practice. As she approaches the locker room, she hears gunshots. Terrified, she freezes, not knowing what to do. Someone could be hurt. But what could she do?

Just then, the locker room door begins to open. Lana is still frozen in fear. As the door swings further open, Clark emerges from the locker room.

Lana: Clark! Clark, what happened in there? I heard gunshots. Are you okay?

She runs to him and throws her arms around him.

Clark: I’m fine, Lana. (He hugs her.) Coach Teague is a little banged up, and Danny needs medical attention. Lana, can you report this to the principal’s office, while I try to help them out?

Lana: Sure, Clark. But what am I supposed to say happened?

Clark: Just say someone came after Coach Teague with a gun, and help is needed in the locker room.

Lana: Okay, Clark.

Lana hurries off to the school office while Clark returns to Jason’s side.
Jason is just getting up from the floor.

Clark: Coach, are you okay? Are you hurt?

Jason: Nothing major – thanks to you. I’ve never seen anyone move that fast, Clark. I’ve got to get you off the bench.

Clark: (grinning) Thanks, Coach. I’m glad you’re alright.

Paramedics arrive. They check on Danny, and bandage a deep cut on Jason’s back, where he was cut by the shattered glass. They then take Danny to the hospital to tend to the third degree burns on his hands.

Sheriff Adams arrives to take a police report. She takes statements from Jason and from Clark.

Sheriff Adams: So, Mr. Kent, why am I not surprised that you are the one who came to the rescue? Mr. Kent, do you have any idea how Mr. Cormier ended up with severe burns to his hands?

Clark: No, Sheriff. He just shot the gun, then suddenly yelled and dropped it.

Sheriff Adams: Mr. Teague, that your story too?

Jason: Yeah. It all happened so fast. He pulled the trigger, Clark tackled me out of the way, then Danny screamed in pain and dropped the gun.

Sheriff Adams: Well, I guess we’ve seen stranger things that that in this town. Thank you Mr. Teague, Mr. Kent.

Sheriff Adams nods at them and exits the locker room. She sees Lana waiting outside the locker room and questions her briefly, then leaves.

***

Inside the locker room, Clark and Jason are left alone.

Jason: Thanks, Clark, for saving my life. I owe you one.

Clark: No problem. I can’t imagine what got into Danny.

Jason: Me neither. Seriously, though, Clark, I’m going to do my best to convince Coach Quigley to give you a chance. I can’t promise anything, but I will try.

Clark: Thanks, Coach.

Jason slaps Clark on the back.

Jason: Well, see you around, bud.

Clark: (nods) Sure thing, Coach.

Jason exits the locker room while Clark goes to gather his things from his gym locker.

***

As Jason exits the locker room, he comes face to face with Lana. Startled, he stops.

Jason: Lana.

Lana: Jason. Are you alright? Clark said someone tried to shoot you.

Jason: Yeah. Yeah, they did. But I’m okay, Lana – thanks to Clark.

Lana: I’m glad you’re okay.

Jason steps closer to Lana, and puts his hands gently on her shoulders, looking directly into her eyes.

Jason: Are you really, Lana?

He searches her eyes, hoping for a sign that she still has some feelings for him. Lana becomes uncomfortable. Before she can react, however, Clark comes out of the locker room. He stops when he sees Jason and Lana. He notices the way Jason is looking deeply into Lana’s eyes. Lana takes a step back, freeing herself from Jason’s grasp, and turning her eyes to Clark’s.

Clark: Lana? Is everything alright?

Lana: (nods) Can we go now?

Clark: Sure. Sure, Lana.

Clark takes Lana’s hand and they turn to leave. Clark glances back questioningly at Jason.

***

Clark and Lana walk in silence to Clark’s truck and get in. As they drive, they begin to talk.

Clark: Lana, I saw the way Coach Teague was looking at you.

Lana: It was nothing, Clark.

Clark: What do you mean “it was nothing”? Lana, I can’t stand to have anyone else look at you that way. I’d just saved his life a few moments before, but when I saw how he looked at you, I – I just wanted to punch him.

Lana: Clark! You wouldn’t!

Clark: Well, I didn’t – but I wanted to. Why was he doing that, Lana?

Lana: I just said I was glad he wasn’t hurt. Then he just tried to read more into that than what I meant.

Clark nods.

Clark: Well, just be careful, Lana. He obviously still has feelings for you.

Lana: I know. It is awkward, though, with him being your coach and all.

Clark: Well, I have to say, as a coach he’s been really cool. He said he’s going to try to convince Quigley to give me a chance to play.

Lana: That’s great, Clark. I hope it works out for you.

***
Next part will be Alternate DEVOTED - Part 2. Possibly very late tonight, or tomorrow.

[MOOman0618]

Great update! I have to ask myself why is Jason being so nice to Clark? Is he actually trying to be a good guy and move on, or is there something else going on? Well, once Jason gets some pom-pom juice in him some *&^% will hit the fan! Can't wait for your next post!

[SVsleuth]

I knew you were waiting, MOOman! (SVsleuth notices that MOOman just updated his story as well. Dashes to MOOman's thread..............) ;)

[binkys711]

great update SVsleuth! I liked it! Jason better back off of Lana:mad:..PPMS!!!:D

[Scotty]

Update soon! :D Can't wait to see what happens :)

[SVsleuth]

Originally posted by MOOman0618
Great update! I have to ask myself why is Jason being so nice to Clark? Is he actually trying to be a good guy and move on, or is there something else going on? Well, once Jason gets some pom-pom juice in him some *&^% will hit the fan! Can't wait for your next post!

Keep in mind the following conversation from a previous chapter:
Lana: I’m sorry to hurt you, Jason. I wish I could find a way to not hurt you – but I can’t. I’ve made my choice. It’s Clark. Please, Jason, just accept it and try to move on with your life. I hope you can find happiness somehow – but it’s not going to be with me. I hope we can all be friends. Clark really likes you. He said you’ve been really cool. Thanks for that, Jason.

Jason: (nods his head) I understand. It hurts, but I understand. I had to try, Lana. It’s not going to be easy to let you go. Lana, when I saw you with Clark at the pep rally – I just couldn’t stand it! I got so angry – I wanted to punch him in the face – but, I won’t – for your sake. I know that would hurt you – and the last thing I ever want to do is hurt you, Lana. But I don’t think the three of us can be friends. I can’t handle that. I’ll try to keep up the façade of friendly coach with Clark. I have to if I want to keep my job. In spite of my jealousy, I actually do like him, Lana. He has a lot of talent. As a coach, I can appreciate that. I’m trying to act professional, Lana. But I can’t push it beyond the coach/player relationship. Can you understand me?


-He wants to keep his job.
-He figures that if he is mean to Clark, he will alienate Lana permanently.
-He hopes if he stays on her good side, that sooner or later, Clark will hurt Lana again, & he will be there to step in. He still has strong feelings for her, just like Chloe does for Clark.
-In spite of everything, Clark is a likeable person, and Jason can't help but like him.
-As a coach, Jason sees that Clark has unusual talent, and wants it to benefit his team.
-Clark just saved his life, and he genuinely wants to do something for him in return.

I intend for Jason to be a pretty "nice" guy up until now. Lana wouldn't have been attacted to him at all if he weren't. Later, events, his mother, & his growing knowledge of the stones, etc. may change him, but he's not supposed to have a hidden agenda yet at this time.

Hope that clears up my perspective a bit.

[linn]

great update can't wait for more...

[Dr. Jeckyll]

And HOW ON EARTH did I MISS SVsleuth's update? *Goes hiding in the corner of my room, embarrassed*

Great update! I'm really looking forward to the next one! "Possibly very late tonight, or tomorrow." Either way it's tomorrow for me, so I'll drop staying up way to late. Hmm, it is 02.43 am here now, that's not really late, is it? :D

I'm considering moving to the states so I can time it better with K-site. I'm hoping the norwegian army is needed in usa for some weird reason, anytime soon. Maybe start a war or something? ;)

[Cardinal]

Yeah, Baby!

Part I is just the appetizer for the entree that is Part II.

It would be hellafunny if Lana drank the special drink, instead of Chloe. If Chloe goes ahead and drinks it, that could make things really difficult between Lana and Chloe (at least Lana and Chloe aren't roomies anymore).

[luckykentcharm21]

oh the humanity of Chlark... but I can't wait for the entree

[SVsleuth]

Alternate DEVOTED – Part 2

Lois and Clark talk as they walk down the hallway at school. They notice the strange way the football players are acting toward their girlfriends.

Lois: Where are we, some kind of freakish feminist parallel universe?

Clark and Lois enter the Torch office where Chloe is working.

Lois: Hey, Chloe, have you seen the way these football players are acting?

Chloe: (Not looking up from her work.) Yeah, and I noticed one of them unloaded a shotgun in the boys' locker room. I was thinking about maybe doing an article on it, but the only two reporters I have are late again. (She finally looks at Clark and Lois. With mock surprise.) Oh! Hi. It's you.

Lois: I'm sorry. I was storming the gates of Metropolis U. trying to get them to change their admissions policy.

Clark: And I had to pick up my new jacket. What do you think? (Shows Chloe his new football jacket)

Chloe: Not exactly your colors.

(Lois clears her throat loudly, pleased, as she had told Clark the same thing earlier.)

Clark: It's the school colors.

Chloe: Whatever. Anyway, Lois, I need you to go to the Smallville Medical Center. Apparently our gun-toting ex-quarterback woke up this morning and he's feeling the sting of his second-degree burns. He's been apologizing nonstop, so...

Lois: I'm sure he doesn't love the prospect of playing tight end for the Kansas State Boys' Home.

Lois's phone rings, and she answers it.

Lois: Hello? Yes, I will hold of for the dean. (To Chloe.) I've got to go.
Lois rushes out of the office.

Chloe: All right, I guess I'll go to Smallville Medical Center. Clark, I need to you to talk to Coach Teague. After all, you were there. Nice save, by the way.

Clark: (Pause.) Actually, Chloe, with this whole football thing, I'm gonna have to dial back my time at the Torch.

Chloe looks at Clark, surprised.

Chloe: Oh. I guess I've got my work cut out for me.

Clark: I'm sorry. You know, my priorities..
.
Chloe: (Smiling, covering her hurt feelings.) You know what? Don't worry about it. This has got to be a pretty big deal for you. I mean, you're the new starting quarterback, right? It's got to be pretty exciting.

Clark: It is, but... I'm just not sure the other guys want me around.

Chloe: They've been playing together for three years. You're on the team for two weeks, and all of a sudden you're starting. What did you expect, hugs and kisses?

Clark shrugs.

***
Locker room. The players get their new jerseys. Jason introduces Lex, who provided the jerseys for the team. Lex gives a speech. When he is finished, everyone applauds and Lex starts to leave, passing Clark.

Clark: I know what you're doing. (Lex looks at Clark.) But you can't buy back my friendship.

Lex looks at Clark sadly without responding. Clark walks away.

***

Out on the football field, the team is practicing. Jason fills a cup with green punch from the cooler.

Mandy: (Flirtatious.) Gee, Coach Teague, I sure hope you have someone special in your life.

Jason: (Laughing uncomfortably.) Well, Mandy, I don't think that's any of your business.

Jason drains the cup in one gulp, then looks back at Mandy who smiles at him.

Jason: But yeah, there is somebody I've got my eye on.

He walks away from the table and out to the field where the guys are practicing.

***

Chloe is watching practice. She was trying to get interviews from Jason and Clark, but they both told her later. Chloe drops her notepad on top of the cooler and grabs a plastic cup which she fills with the green punch. She takes a sip and watches Clark on the field beginning a play.

Clark: (Hunched behind another player.) Blue-23! Blue-23!

Chloe: (Softly, with a bright smile.) Clark...

Clark: Hut!

***

In the Torch office, Chloe announces to Lois that she is quitting the Torch.

Chloe: I finally understand why it never worked with Clark.

Lois: Okay, I'll bite.

Chloe: Because I was never there for him! I was always here buried in this stupid school newspaper. I wasn't devoted to him. But that's all gonna change now.

***

Lois begins to piece together what is going on with the football players and their girlfriends. She sees the Advanced Chemistry report that Mandy and Rhonda did, and begins to make sense of it.

***

Clark's loft, early that evening. Clark walks up the stairs and sees Chloe sitting on the couch.

Clark: Chloe. (Pause.) What's going on?

Chloe is dressed only in Clark's football jersey. She pats the couch inviting him to sit down. Clark takes off his backpack nervously and drops it to the floor. He sits down as far away from Chloe as he can get.

Chloe: So, do you remember that conversation we had this morning about your priorities? Well, I've been thinking about my priorities, and I think they're a little screwed up. Who needs the Torch? Especially if you're not gonna be there.

Chloe moves closer to Clark.

Clark: Right. But that still doesn't answer why you're only wearing... my football jersey.

Chloe: I want to make you my number one priority. (Clark stares at her in confusion. She comes closer.) I would do anything for you. Things that Lana would never do. Things to help relieve your stress.

Chloe puts a hand on Clark's chest.

Clark: (Apprehensive.) Like what?

Chloe smiles as she starts running her hand down Clark's chest to his stomach.

Clark: Chloe...

Her hand keeps lowering until Clark stops it.

Clark: Chloe! Hey, Chloe! (He takes her hand away from his body and pats it.) Are you feeling okay?

Chloe: I've never felt happier. (She straddles Clark's lap.) Clark...

Clark: (Even more uncomfortable.) Uh--

Chloe: Can't you see? I'm devoted to you. I love you, Clark.

Chloe kisses Clark heavily on the lips. Surprised, his hands rise into the air as he doesn’t know where to put them.

***

(Added Scene)

Lana climbs the stairs to Clark’s loft, looking for him. As she gets to the top of the stairs, what she sees shocks her. Chloe is straddling Clark’s lap and is kissing him heavily.

Lana: Clark! What the hell is going on?

Chloe: I’m making Clark my number one priority, Lana. And no one is going to get in my way – not even you.

Chloe gets up and moves quickly toward Lana, trying to push her. Lana uses a karate kick to defend herself.

Clark gets up, grabs Chloe, and escorts her down the stairs and to her car.

Clark: Chloe, what were you doing?

Chloe: I want to be with you, Clark. Is there any crime in that?

She gets into her car and drives off. Clark returns to Lana in the loft.

Clark: Lana, are you okay?

He takes her into his arms.

Lana: I’m fine, Clark. What the hell was going on? Why were you kissing Chloe?

Clark: I wasn’t, Lana. She kissed me. She caught me by surprise. I don’t know what got into her, Lana. She's been acting really strange. So have a lot of people lately.

Lana: Well, be careful. She obviously still has feelings for you. But then, so do I.

Lana leans up to kiss him softly. Clark draws her close and returns her kiss. He picks her up in his arms and moves to the couch. Sitting down, with Lana on his lap, he continues to kiss her.

Clark: You are the only girl who belongs here, Lana. And nothing Chloe does is going to change that.

Lana: And you are the only guy I want to be with, Clark. And nothing Jason does is going to change that.

She continues kissing him. His hands begin to slide up from her waist, gliding over her smooth skin, up her back, beneath her shirt. Lana’s heart begins to race like never before.

Suddenly, Clark realizes where his hands have wandered. He pulls them away quickly, slides Lana off of his lap onto the couch, and gets up. He walks swiftly to the window, looking out, embarrassed by what has just happened.

There are a few moments of awkward silence. Finally, Clark speaks, still staring out the window.

Clark: I’m sorry, Lana. I didn’t mean… I shouldn’t have… I’m sorry.

He stares down at the floor.

Lana gets up and walks up behind Clark. She slides her arms around his waist.

Clark: Lana, don’t. Please.

She removes her arms, walks beside him, and grasping his arm turns him toward her. His eyes avoid hers.

Lana: Clark. It’s okay. We’re both at fault. I guess it comes with being in love.

Clark finally looks at her. He nods.

Clark: Yeah. I guess you’re right. Lana, I really do want to make your dream come true someday. I do not want to spoil it for you.

Lana: Nor I for you, Clark. – So, let’s get out of here, shall we?

Clark: Right. Let’s go have some coffee in the house, before you go home.

Lana: Sounds great, Clark.

The two of them descend the stairs and go over to the house, where they join Jonathan and Martha for coffee and pie.

***
Next: Alt. DEVOTED - Part 3 - Probably late Friday, Central time.

[Cardinal]

I was so afraid that Lana was going to wig-out when she saw Chloe and Clark together. I'm glad she didn't go storming off in a huff.

On another front, everytime Clark and Lana get physical, it goes a little farther. If they go much farther, they won't be coming back.

Thanks, Bunches! :)

[SmallvilleMan]

I thought Lana should have reacted a little upset at chloe kissing Clark, but other than that it was good.

[luckykentcharm21]

yeah I must say... Lana did take that rather well. I'll be checking for that next update

[clana4ev3r]

5 bucks says they can't do it.... :lol: like Cardinal said everytime they get physical they go further everytime and if they go even more they won't come back!! :D

[MOOman0618]

I agree with Cardinal, Lana could have easily freaked out on Clark. Great update and thanks for the heads up about Jason in your earlier post, definitely cleared away any suspicion I had about him. Now, if I remember correctly, and I am sure I do because I just watched this episode a few days ago! :) Clark has quite heavy make-out session with Mandy to allow Lois access to her purse. That is going to be very interesting to see if you keep it that way and how Lana will react OR if you just change it completely! Either way it will be great!

[NYC300Z]

Yeah I mean Clark can't do that make out session with Mandy!! omg no way! It was bad enough what happened with Chloe! I'm so glad Lana didn't flip out on hm!! PPMS!!

[SVsleuth]

Don't worry. I hate that make-out scene with Mandy - it won't happen. Working on it. Still trying to decide how much Lois stays too, or if Lana takes her place in some scenes. In the original, Chloe was jealous of Lois in some scenes. Trying to figure if that should just be Lana, or if Chloe is jealous of Lana AND Lois.
Then, of course, Lois, or Mandy, or Lana, or all of them could drink the juice - then we'd REALLY have a cat-fight over Clark! But I'm sure I won't make it all of them. Probably none. Well, who knows? I guess I have to keep working on it.

I can't have access to my PC tomorrow - husband works from home - so if I update, it will be in the late night/early morning hours. (U.S. Central time)

[MOOman0618]

OH MY GOSH AN ENTIRE SMALLVILLE FEMALE CATFIGHT!! Wow...I can't even describe the images floating through my mind right now.

[Cardinal]

Kinda like the Lolaloe scene that SVM wanted me to write for him...except no sex.

[MOOman0618]

Don't even get me started about that!

[NYC300Z]

:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

PPMS!!:lol:

[SVsleuth]

Hey, y'all! I was able to get a chapter up this morning after all! Enjoy!

Alternate DEVOTED – Part 3

Next morning. Clark comes down the stairs of the Kent house carrying his backpack. He enters the kitchen and puts the backpack down on a chair. Martha puts a pie down on the counter and starts to wrap it with plastic wrap. Next to her on the counter is a large gym bag and a football.

Martha: Clark, I got all your football gear together, but I can't find your jersey.

Clark: It's, uh, in the barn. I forgot it up there. Um... actually, Chloe has it. I'll, uh, I'll get it later.

Clark goes to the fridge and takes out a container of milk.

Martha: Chloe has it?

Clark: Yeah. Long story. Anyway, Mom, can I talk to you for a second?

Martha: Of course, honey. What's up?

Clark: It's about Chloe. Um, she came on to me last night, pretty strong. I'm worried about her. (Martha looks concerned.) Don't worry, nothing happened.

Martha: I thought you two agreed to be friends.

Clark: We did, and then she pulled a 180 on me.

Martha: Maybe Chloe's decided life's too short to bury her feelings anymore.

Clark: But Mom, she knows Lana and I are finally together. Chloe’s a very good friend. That’s all. So, what do I do?

Martha: Just be honest with her.

Clark nods as Jonathan enters from outside.

Jonathan and Clark talk about playing football and earning respect as Martha leaves for the Talon.

***
At the High School.
Lana is walking down the hall and she sees Chloe entering the Torch office. Images of Chloe kissing Clark flash into her mind. “How dare she?” Lana thinks. Lana walks determinedly into the Torch office.

Lana: (angrily) Chloe, I need…

Chloe: Lana! Well, you came to me. That makes it easier. Look, Lana, I am tired of playing second fiddle to you when it comes to Clark. I’m finally gonna fight for him, Lana. He should be with me. You’ve had plenty of chances. Now it’s my turn. So if you know what’s good for you, you’ll back off of Clark.

Lana: Is that a threat? Chloe, what has gotten into you? It’s like you are a totally different person! Listen, whether you like it or not, Clark and I are together – and it’s staying that way. Nothing you do is going to break us up. Now, Clark and I have always considered you to be a very good friend, Chloe. But if you’re going to try to interfere in our relationship, then I guess you can say good-bye to two friendships. Shape up, Chloe! And please – leave Clark alone!

Chloe: I won’t, Lana. I am devoted to him, and I am going to devote all my time to making him mine.

Clark enters, hearing this last declaration by Chloe.

Clark: Chloe, what’s gotten into you? Look, I don’t know what’s going on with you, and I hate to hurt you. But I’m finally together with Lana. We’re very much in love. And I’m not going to let you interfere with that.

Chloe is obviously enraged.

Clark walks behind Lana and puts his arms around her, leaning around to kiss her on the cheek. Lana turns and kisses him again.

Lana: I can’t be late for class. I’d better go. I’ll let you handle Chloe. See you later.

Lana leaves for class.

Clark: Chloe, look. I just came for my jersey – you took off with it yesterday and I need it.

Chloe: Well, what are you willing to do to get it back?

She glides up to him seductively. Clark holds his arms out to stop her advance.

Clark: Nothing. Nevermind. I’ll find it myself.

Clark uses his X-ray vision to look all around the Torch office. He looks in Chloe’s back pack, and in all the desk drawers. Finally, he sees his jersey in a drawer. He pushes past Chloe, going directly to the correct drawer, opens it, grabs his jersey, and walks briskly out the door trying to get to class on time. Chloe is left speechless, wondering how in the world he knew where to look.

***

Lana and Clark are in Advanced Lit. class. Someone brings a note to the teacher from the attendance office. The teacher looks at it.

Teacher: Lana, Coach Teague would like to see you in his office right away. You may be excused.

Lana looks at Clark apprehensively as she slowly rises from her seat.

Teacher: Well, get moving, Ms. Lang. Don’t keep the coach waiting.

Lana’s eyes plead with Clark for help as she walks toward the door. The teacher hands her the note as she passes by.

Lana exits the room.

Clark waits a few minutes, then asks for permission to use the restroom. Hall pass in hand, Clark walks briskly toward Jason’s office.

***

Meanwhile, Lana walks slowly down the hall toward Jason’s office. She recalls how he looked at her the last time she saw him – outside the locker room. She is hesitant to be alone with him, but doesn’t know what to do. Before she decides, Jason comes walking toward her.

Jason: Lana, I’m so happy to see you.

He pulls her into his arms and starts to kiss her. Lana struggles to pull away and slaps him hard across the face.

Lana: Who the hell do you think you are?

Jason: I’m the guy who’s madly in love with you, Lana - the guy who traveled half way around the world to be with you.

***

Clark turns the corner just as Lana slaps Jason. He runs up (at normal speed), grabs Jason by the shirt, and is about to lay into him when the bell rings and students begin to swarm into the hallways. It takes all of his effort to refrain from hitting Jason anyway.

Clark: (glaring at Jason, and talking through clenched teeth) Stay away from her, if you know what’s good for you.

He releases Jason’s shirt, takes Lana’s hand, and escorts her outside the school, to a quiet spot where they can be alone for a few minutes.

Clark: You alright, Lana?

Clark looks into her tear-filled eyes, and sees her anger, her fear. He pulls her into an embrace, stroking her hair comfortingly, and kissing the top of her head.

Clark: You’re okay, now Lana. I’m here. I won’t let him get near you, I promise.

Lana buries her face in his chest, and lets her tears fall freely. After several minutes, she gains her composure and speaks.

Lana: I can’t believe Jason did that! I mean, I know he still has feelings for me, but – calling me out of class, and kissing me in the –

Clark: He kissed you? (Clark’s anger boils up again.)

Lana: Yeah. I tried to get away. Then I slapped him hard.

Clark: (angrily) Wait till I can get my hands on him.

Lana: That’s exactly how I feel about Chloe. How dare she come onto you like that! It's a good thing you interrupted us earlier, because I was about to kick her ass. Why is everyone going psycho all of a sudden?

Clark: You’re right, Lana. Something strange is going on. First Dan going after Jason in a jealous rage, then Chloe coming on to me, now Jason hitting on you. It’s not the first time we’ve had something strange affect people in this town. I’m going to have to do some investigating. So I guess we'll wait before reporting what happened. But, right now, I have to get to football practice.

Lana: Clark, you’re still going to go to practice? But what about Jason?

Clark: I have to, Lana. I can’t let the team down. Besides, I really want to play. Why should I let Jason rob me of that?

Lana: What if he comes after you, Clark?

Clark: Lana. This is me, Clark Kent, super-powered guy from Krypton – remember? He can’t hurt me, Lana. I’m more concerned about him coming after you.

Lana: Well, if you’re practicing, I’m coming to watch. I’ll feel better if I can keep you in sight.

Clark smiles at her.

Clark: Okay. Just stay clear of Jason – and watch out for Chloe as well.

Lana: Don’t worry. I will.

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Coming Next: Alt DEVOTED - Part 4 - either very late tonight, or tomorrow. (U.S. Central Time.)

[MOOman0618]

Super update! I liked how you still kept Jason getting Lana out of class. I can only imagine how much restraint it took both Clark and Lana to not beat Chloe and Jason.

I am definatly looking forward to your take on the ending of the episode!


P.S. Thanks for the PM, but I had already found it! And I tried to reply but it says your inbox is full, so you can't receive any more.

[binkys711]

wow! just read your updates! they're so awesome! It's amazing how you stick so close to the actual episode but changing it completely!.....PPMS!!!

[C.A.chick]

AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!YIPEE!!!!! i love how your so clever!!!!!!!!!!