The Ties That Bind

[LuvClana]

Name: The Ties That Bind
Author: LuvClana
Fic: Second Ever
Rating: PG-PG13 for mild violence and plots of world domination :p
Disclaimer: I own a few characters in here somewhere but no Smallville veterans
Summary: Clark Kent has lived in the city of Metropolis for two years now, recently graduating Metropolis University. Lana and him didn't really date in college like Commencement hinted at. But they remained really good friends. Both reside in Metropolis.
A/N: This is my second fic and it'll be long. I promise. I already have about 5 chapters written and I've barly scratched the surface. Enjoy and please comment!

Prologue

Metropolis 2009

Ten o’clock a night and the only sounds you could hear were the Tv’s from the countless apartments windows as you walk by on the street. Many people were safe inside at this time, afraid of what lingered around the streets and night. But some would take a walk; get some air on the cool spring evening, not knowing and not caring about the rest of the troubles in their lives for a short moment.

For many, Metropolis was a comfortable environment; one that kept them calm and made them go on one more day. But, for many, it was a curse rather than a gift. It simply was rather than simply loved. Lionel Luthor, was not one of these men.

To him, the city was a very large chess peice, but was only one that he would need to maneuver his way into winning. Many chess pieces would need to be manipulated in order to win; some pawns, others kings. Metropolis was a king, and Lionel knew it.

Ten o’clock at night and Lionel Luthor was still in his vast tower looking down at his city with his most faithful companion; a glass of scotch. Laughing to himself he envisioned the city when he was through with it. Not one person would deny the power of Lionel Luthor. Not one person would disagree when he condemned his only son to insanity. Not one person, that is, except for Oliver Jones. Lionel Luthor knew that Oliver was a threat, but he was prepared to take him down.

He had done it before, to countless people; his parents, his son, Chloe Sullivan and her beloved father, and just last week, President Emerson himself. No one thought that it was Lionel Luthor who was the corporate whistle blower, but it was. He had been the one to bring out into the open the plans of the president. Emerson was now awaiting trial and impeachment of presidency, and nothing made Lionel Luthor happier.

Ten o’clock at night, and a smile peeled across Lionel Luthors face. This was his time to shine. All he needed to do was manipulate, threaten, and promise. The human race was a naive one that could surly be controlled. Sure, some would have to be sacrificed on the way, but that was a risk he was willing to take. Nothing could stop him now; that is except for Oliver Jones. Lionel frowned at the subject of Oliver coming up again. He was superior to Mr. Jones, and he knew it. But one thing that Oliver was, was smarter than him.

Reluctantly, Lionel put his glass down, and headed in for the night, where dreams of power would consume him along with the darkness of the night.

Ten o’clock at night and Clark Kent was still outside, walking around, clearing his mind. He needed to think, no doubt Luthor was behind the Emerson trial, and no doubt did Lex help him. Chloe and her father were missing and Pete was in jail. Clark knew this was the doing of Luthor. All Lionel wanted was to bring Clark down, and to do that, he’d bring down the ones he loved. Pete was arrested for breaking into LuthorCorp Plaza. But, Lionel Luthor had invited him there and sounded the alarm. Clark was glad that he could do no more harm to his beloved parents who had been laid to rest nearly four years previously.

Clark had no one. No friends, because he was afraid to put anyone in danger. He wouldn’t let anyone get close to him, for fear that the would never get close to anyone ever again. If only he could bring down the Luthors, he could live again. The only person that Lionel could hurt anymore was Lana. Clark made sure he never ran into Lana. He had been avoiding her for ten months. He’d take alternate routes just so he’d never see her. It ripped at his heart to do so, but he had no choice; he had to stay detached from the rest of the world.

Ten o’clock at night and Lex Luthor was enjoying a glass of campaign with a guest by the name of Oliver Jones.

“Seriously, Lex” Oliver lectured. “It’s our time. The Government is at a stand still right now, and no one has any control over our Enterprises! LuthorCorp and Jones International are the main powers here.” he said taking a rather small sip from his glass.

“What exactly do you plan to do, Oliver? Take over the world?” Lex replied with a slight smirk.

“No, No, Lex. I’m not your father. I will work for the good of the world. People like Lionel Luthor are like Venus Flytraps. They have a thin disguise that portrays them as harmless. But when someone sets off their triggers, they pounce, consuming their victims. Did you know that each time a Venus flytrap opens and closes, it becomes bigger and more powerful than before? The prey upon others in order to feel more superior themselves. Does that sound familiar?” Oliver said while looking at an awkward plant positioned in the corner of the room.

“Funny you should say that, Oliver.” Lex began. “If I’m not mistaken, the flytrap is portrayed as one of the greatest evolutions in the plant world. Don’t blame him for being great.”

“I don’t blame him for being great; I blame him for not being great” Oliver put his glass of wine down on the table in front of him. “I can show myself out. I’ll be seeing you, Lex” he said rising.

“I look forward to it” Lex mouth curved into a shrewd sneer. Oliver nodded and exited the room. Lex stood up and walked to the corner book shelf where a tiny Venus flytrap stood, its mouth wide. “Bigger and more powerful than before...” Lex said to himself before he turned in for the night.

Ten o’clock at night and Clark finally decided to rejoin the world and sleep like the normal people in the city. When he reached his apartment building he inserted a key into the door that lead to the apartments. He took the stairs to floor eleven and walked past the many doors until he reached apartment 2380. He slipped his key inside and entered the small apartment. He put his coat in the hall closet and sat down on his bed resting his head.

A small light was blinking on his telephone indicating that a message was waiting for him. He hoped it was not Perry White, his boss, yelling at him for another late story, because Clark had a liable excuse for this. He hit the button and the blinking instantly ceased.

“You have one new message. You have four saved messages” and computer voice said. “First message” There was a beep and then the message began.

‘Hi Clark.... It’s Lana. I just called because ... well ... I just .. I just need to see you. Please call me back. I’m sure you’ve perfected the avoidance dance by now, but we really need to talk. Please Clark. It’s important. You .. You know where to find me.

It sounded to Clark as if Lana was about to break into tears.

I’ll see you around. I hope. B-Bye

“End of message. To replay this message press one. To save this-” Clark shut the machine off and laid back on his bed. Could he really risk seeing her? Could he even talk to her on email or the telephone? He knew what he had to do. Tomorrow he was going to see Lana, and together they would bring down Lionel Luthor. He didn’t know how, but he knew he would; for him, for Chloe, for Pete, and for Lana. Always for Lana.

Eleven o’clock at night; Clark shut off his light and the city of Metropolis was finally asleep.

[clana4ev3r]

GREAT!!! start!! I love this story already! keep going!! PPMS!

[binkys711]

amazing start! this shows great promise! PPMS!!!

[Dr. Jeckyll]

OMG! GREAT START! PPMS!

[Schfifty-five]

love the story. great start. teo small town kids bringing down a Luther....very nice!! Keep it coming

[Scotty]

Good start :) PPMS! :D

[Joshuabr]

Sounds good. PPMS.

[NYC300Z]

Great start i'll be coming back for more! PPMS!!

[dreammaster]

awesome start

[LuvClana]

Chapter 1:

The wind blew through his hair. Clark looked around and saw nothing but a mass of blue with soft clouds blowing towards him at a rapid speed. What was going on? A streak of fire brushed past him just missing his head. It was an embedded Kryptonian symbol. ‘Follow’ it read over and over again.

Clark began to speed after the mass of fire that was spiraling around in front him. Clark noticed that he wasn’t upright. He was on his stomach, and nothing was there hold him up! He was flying!. His black button-up shirt was flapping in the wind as he wove his way through the clouds rapidly approaching his destination. A large jet plane was becoming visible in the distance. It began to grow larger as Clark came closer to it.

He was almost on it. He willed himself to go a bit faster; a bit farther. He came right up next to the door and tore it off hurtling it downward into the nothingness below. He threw himself inside the airplane.

“Lex!” he called. He looked into the LuthorCorp jet and saw something that made him fall to his knees. It couldn’t be! No! He was staring at a graveyard. Four headstones were visible in the grass.

‘Martha Kent, Beloved Wife, Loving Mother, 1963-2005'
‘Jonathon Kent, Loving Father, Beloved Husband 1959-2005’
‘Peter Ross, Loving Son, Beloved Friend 1988-2009'
‘Chloe Sullivan, Beloved Daughter, Loving Friend 1988-2009'

Clark fell even farther. How could this be. How?! Tears began to stream down his face. Lex Luthor walked in glaring at Clark.

“You can’t hide anymore!” he shouted.

“What did you do?!” Clark yelled standing up. He wanted to kill him. He wanted Lex to suffer profusely, just as Clark had because of his father. Lionel walked up behind Lex.

“We gave them what they had coming to them” Lionel said laughing. Lex joined him in the little joke. Clark took a step forward. “And thanks to you, Clark, we’ll have one more victim to bury!” he shouted as he dragged Lana out of the corner. She was breathing but hardly.

“No!” he shouted. “You can’t!” Clark took a step towards Lana. He had to get her away from them. She would be the only one he could save. But as soon as he took a step he fell to the ground in pain. The pain ripped through him tearing at every muscle in his body. Lionel and Lex were both holding large glowing green meteor rocks in front of them while howling with laughter.

“Shoot her” Lionel said

“NO!” Clark managed to scream. But it was took late. Lex pointed a gun at Lanas head.

“Goodbye, Lana!” Lex shouted just before firing the gun.

Clark began falling through the clouds about to hit the bottom. He braced himself for the impact, but it never came. Still screaming, everything went black.

Clark sat up in his bed in a cold sweat still screaming and breathing heavily.

“Clark!” shouted a voice. Clark turned to his left wide-awake to see who was there. An angel was standing next to his bed.

“Lana!” Clark said shocked. “What- What are you doing here?!” he said. Lana looked like shed just seen a ghost.

“I- I’m sorry I came to see if you were home when I heard you screaming. The door was open so I came in to try and help you. What were you dreaming about?” she asked. Lana was concerned.
“Nothing” he said walking to the bathroom and splashing cold water on his face. Lana walked up behind him.

“It had to be something” she said. “You were screaming like you were falling and you weren’t ever going to stop! That isn’t nothing!”

“I don’t want to talk about it” he said grabbing a shirt and putting it on. Lana grabbed his shoulder and pulled him around to face her.

“Why are you doing this?” she asked..

“Doing what?”

“Don’t play dumb with me!” Lana shouted. “For the past year you’ve been avoiding all other human beings. You’re closing yourself out from the rest of the world and from me. How can you live like that Clark? You have to wake up from this nightmare that you’re living and enjoy life while you still can!” Tears were beginning to form in her eyes.

“Lana I-“ Clark began, but Lana cut him off.

“Don’t apologize to me Clark. Don’t give me excuses. Don’t tell me ‘I can’t tell you why’. You can Clark! You can let me and the rest of the world penetrate this shield you have up! Its time for you to realize that a life spent alone isn’t anything more than a life waiting to die!” A million thoughts were buzzing through Clark and Lanas minds. Both were avoiding what they wanted to say.

“I know that!” Clark shouted raising his voice a bit more than intended. “But what you need to realize is that by doing this to myself I’m saving people! I don’t feel sorry for myself! I need to be like this. For you, for everyone else I’ve ever met! It’d be best if everyone just forgot Clark Kent ever existed!” Clark said smashing his hand down on the desk causing a section of it to shatter.

“What are you talking about?” Lana asked. She wanted to get in. She wanted him to open up to her. She wanted to be there to comfort him. She needed to be there to comfort him.

“Nothing” he said being more clam. Lana shook her head as tears began to flow down her cheeks.

“I need to go, now” she said rushing out the door.

Clark burried his head in his hands and fell to his knees. Why did his life have to be like this? What did he do to deserve this. Clark lied. He did feel sorry for himself. But, he was too good of a person to do anything about it. All he cared about now was Lana. He needed to protect Lana by being as far away from her as he could.

Lana rushed across the street wanting to get as far away from this place as possible. A red van screamed around the corner and honked madly. Lana snapped her head to the right to see the threatening car screaming towards here. She was about to jump out of the way when another red van sped in the opposite direction heading right for her. It all happened so fast; there was a thud, then a crash, and everything went black.

A/N: Thanks so much for the comments everyone! It really makes my day :D Hope you enjoyed the next chapter :p

[binkys711]

NOOOOO!!!LANA!!!!PPMS!!!DON'T LEAVE US IN A DAM CLIFFY!!!PPMS!!!(yes, 4ever my caps is till on:p)

[NYC300Z]

How could u stop there!! What happned to Lana! omg PPMS!

[linn]

keep writing..........lolz

[dreammaster]

awesome chapter damn cliffhangers

[clana4ev3r]

NOOOOOO!!!!!!! SHE CAN'T DIE!!!!! NOOOOOO!!!! MUST KNOW WHAT HAPPENED!!!!!!!! PPMS PPMS PMMS

[Ketchup]

Woah! Cant believe I only got caught up now. GREAT STORY! PPMS =) Poor Lana, I hope she's okay...

[LuvClana]

If you want a BIG spoiler read my post in the Clana Fix Clubhouse about the first three chapters. lol I'll post more after band camp tomorrow :D

[Dr. Jeckyll]

Oh my FREAKIN' GOD! This story goes straight top 5 clana. Fantastic! Amazing! Awesome! What's happening to Lana? Must now! PPMS!

[Ketchup]

Top 5 Clana?

[Dr. Jeckyll]

Eh, Clana-fic. Sorry not making that clear :) Well, any clana is good clana, but we all have our favourites :D Keep up the good writing all you writers! :)

[LuvClana]

A/N: Thank you guys so much for commenting! :D It really makes meh smile :P Well Here is the next chapter. I'm posting it 8 hours early for you guys :P

Chapter 2:

Lionel Luthor strutted into Lex’s study, eager to hear the news. Lex was at his desk typing furiously into the keyboard in front of him. When his father walked in, Lex quickly shut the lap top shut and smiled.

“Father” he said rising and walking over to his many scotch bottles. “What a surprise” Lex picked to crystal glasses off of the top of his tower and poured two glasses of his finest alcohol. Lex sat down while handing his father, who was already seated, a glass. “What brings you to Smallville?” Lex asked bringing the glass to his lips. Lionel cleared his throat.

“I heard you had a little chat with a friend of ours last night” he replied with a smirk look on his face. Lex looked up at his father still holding his smile.

“Ollie and I had a nice little chat last night” he replied emptying his glass and standing to refill it.

“Oh?” Lionel asked.

“Yes. It seems, father, that he thinks you are a venus flytrap.” Lex said laughing. Lionel was not surprised. He smiled and set his glass down on the table in front of him.

“Why, may I ask, did he say that, son?” Lionel said smiling. Lex turned to face his father and paused for a moment.

“No reason” Lex said sitting in his red arm chair. “It’s obvious he fears you.” Lex said taking yet another sip of his scotch.

“Son, everyone fears the Luthors. We are powerful. No one gets in our way. Besides, Oliver Jones will not be able to fear anything very soon” he said laughing yet again and draining his glass.

“What do you have in mind?” Lex asked curiously.

- - - - - - - -

Clark sat down in a chair next to her hospital bed. Tears had been spilling from his face for the past four hours while Lana underwent heavy surgery. Why hadn’t Clark been there for her? He was always there to save her, that was, until his detachment began. The surgery had saved Lanas life but being seen with Lana could have ended it.

Now Lana lay in a hospital bed, cuts and bandages lined her face and arms. Both legs had been crippled in the accident. The doctors had told Clark that it was amazing that she lived. Two cars hitting her at the same time wasn’t common and she’d be crippled for life. Pain entangled Clarks heart as he was told this. He had done this to Lana; his Lana.

Now Lana lay, lucky to be alive. Clark had guilt wrung over his heart as he wished it was him laying in that hospital bed. The last time Clark was in this position, it didn’t turn out very well.

Flashback

Clark was sitting by the hospital bed in the same state he was now. Guilt hung on his heart for putting her in this danger. Lana suddenly opened her eyes and slowly turned her head towards Clark.

“Hey” Clark said smiling, glad that she had awoken. Lanas smile quickly faded to serious.

“How’s Lex?” she asked. Clark hesitated a moment before answering.

“Lex isn’t doing so good” he said sadly.

“I’m sorry. I know how much you wanted to help him” Lana said. Clark was eager to change the subject.

“Um, the doctors say that you’re doing better.” Clark said hopefully. Lana looked at him seriously.

“I almost died, Clark” she said. Clark looked down at his hands.

“I know” he said.

“I always thought you were being paranoid” she said.

“About what?” Clark asked afraid of what the answer would be.

“That being around you is too dangerous” Lana began. She then paused for a moment. “You were right” Clark looked up and into Lanas eyes.

“Lana” he began but Lana cut him off.

“It’s Okay” she said sadly. “I know you were just looking out for me” she hesitated as if what she was about to say was too hard for her. “I think I need to stay away from you.

As Clark looked back upon this painful memory Lana began to stir. It took her a while to remember what had happened. But the shock came quickly and ended just the same. Lana slowly turned her head to see Clark sitting in the chair next to her bed with his head in his hands. Was he crying? She reached over and touched his hand. Clark snapped up and looked into her eyes.
“Hey” she said. Clark smiled.

“How are you feeling?” Clark asked. Lana felt warm inside for the first time in almost a year.

“Like crap” she said laughing. Clark recalled never hearing her swear before. He smiled. Lana looked down at her crippled legs and frowned. “This seems familiar” she said. Clark nodded. He had just been thinking the same thing.

“It’s...worse, this time” he said frowning. Guilt was taking over him and Lana noticed. Lana opened her mouth as if she were about to start talking but her face suddenly formed into a twisted look of horror and agony.

“What’s wrong?” he asked her urgently. A beam of light emerged from the center of her chest and she began to wail in agony. Clark ran to the hallway. “We need a doctor! Help!” he called furiously and hurried to her side. A doctor and a nurse rushed to Lanas bed, the beam shot up to the ceiling for a few seconds and then stopped. Lana fell down to her bed, limp. “What’s happening to her?” Clark asked tears beginning to form.

“Get him out of here” the doctor said as she began to get the Defibrillator out. Clark was shoved into the hallway where he rested his head on the glass as he watched the doctors try time and time again to restart her heart and get her breathing again.

“No” he whispered when they looked up at him with sad knowing eyes. The doctor looked at her watch.

“Time of death, 1:42 pm” the doctor said.

“No!” Clark shouted as he pounded his fist on the glass. He sank to his knees and burried his head in his hands. “No!” Clark stood up and walked to Lanas side caressing her face. “No” he cried again and again. “No” The nurse then interrupted.

“What the hell is that!?” she asked. Everyone followed her gaze to the ceiling. There, embedded into the ceiling, was an unmistakable kryptonian symbol.

[dreammaster]

another awesome chapter

[binkys711]

HOLLY CRAP!!!WHAT THE HELL IS HAPPENING?! IS LANA DEAD?! WHAT?! AHHHH!!!!MUST KNOW!!!PLZ UPDATE ASAP!!!

[LuvClana]

Originally posted by binkys711
HOLLY CRAP!!!WHAT THE HELL IS HAPPENING?! IS LANA DEAD?! WHAT?! AHHHH!!!!MUST KNOW!!!PLZ UPDATE ASAP!!!

Wow...someone gets way to into the story :p I'll post the next chapter tomorrow morning

[clana4ev3r]

WHAT THE HELL HAPPENENED!!!! TELL ME!!! WHAT HAPPENENED?????????? *&%$&%^&^&%^&&^^$%

[binkys711]

Originally posted by LuvClana
Wow...someone gets way to into the story :p I'll post the next chapter tomorrow morning

jeje:o...i have no other source of entertainment today apart from reading*turns around and looks at monkey tap dancing*:p....yay! tommorrow morning!:D

[NYC300Z]

OMG Lana can't have really died!! NO NO NO she must still be alive right? PPMS!!

[Dr. Jeckyll]

PPMS! Lana dead? C'mon, stop joking now :p Great update.

[LuvClana]

A/N: Tee Hee I lied. I was bored so I desided to give you a double update. Enjoy! (This won't do anything but add even MORE cliffys :p there will be 4 total now lol good luck:D

Chapter Three:

Deep in the depths of hell, Chloe’s motionless body lay covered with cuts and lain with scars. The fire burned all around her body threatening to move closer and closer with each rising bit of smoke. Her breathing slowed to a dangerous pace as the smoke filled her already injured lungs. Seconds away from death she slowly closed her eyes as the fire grew nearer and near to her. Her mind was buzzing with thoughts.

Her entire life flashed before her eyes. She could see and hear every vivid detail as the memories twisted and flowed through her mind in a gruesome manner. Painful memories as well as ones of comfort made her last dying breaths all the most painful. Her father was dead, her mother was nothing more than someone who exists; never lives, and know one would ever know the torture she had been put through. She would don’t get her precious revenge that she so desperately longed for. She wanted to make him hurt like no one had ever hurt before. She wanted him to be so twisted that he could hardly breath. She wanted Clark to get to him.

The fire was inches from her body, now. She could feel the burn as if it were on her. If she had the strength to scream, she would. But her voice was cast away into the shadows, just like the rest of her world. Suddenly, Chloe felt a slight brush of the wind at her face; something she hadn’t felt in nearly two years. Curiosity grew inside of her just as the fire reached her crippled body. But, the fire began to spring backwards, as if another morsel had called its name. Faster and faster, now, the heat began to reduce until no signs of a fire were in sight. Chloe had been spared; her life was to go one at least one moment more. She closed her eyes, and everything went blank.

- - - - - - - - -

Clark stared, unbelieving, at the ceiling above Lanas motionless body at Metropolis General. The tears continued to fall as the silence consumed the room. It was nothing anyone had ever seen before. But to Clark, the shock wasn’t in the symbol, it was, in fact, at it’s appearance and the message it provided. It was simple message not needed to be repeated.

Once looking at it, Clark knew what needed to be done. It would be possible to save Lana from this tragedy that Jor-El had enforced upon her, but Clark would need to ack quickly if her life were to be spared. All seven hospital employees in the room looked around in disbelief as the man with the young woman was nowhere to be seen. He had disappeared into thin air.

He had indeed, not disappeared, but had taken off with everything he had towards his destination in a small town in central Kansas. He quest was clear, but answers would need to be provided by the only one who could; Jor-El. Clark could only hope that he had read the symbol correctly. The curved lines on the ceiling above him had formed the word Element.

- - - - - - - - -

Oliver Jones was sitting at his desk in downtown Metropolis on the top floor of Jones International Tower. He proceeded to read the papers that had been laid on his desk describing the recent projects of LuthorCorp. He still failed to know how to mad men could run such a successful company; seeing as all their projects were about the most crazy things imaginable.

Just five years ago, Luthor had a failed trial of a new drug that brought dead liver failure patients to life. The drug only caused the patient to slowly deteriorate as there body died maintaining active brain functions. Not to mention a 2002 failed attempt on a fertilizer on a secret level 3. Yes, the Luthors were mad men, but simple insanity had gotten them very far in the world. How ironic it was that the riches to riches men in the world ended at the top of the food chain.

Oliver shook his head as he put the papers in his file cabinet and proceeded to the back of the room to grab his coat. Oliver thought he heard footsteps behind him. He thought it must be his secretary. He turned around just to see that no one inhabited the space behind him. Turning back to the closest, he began to pull his jacket out. He turned around yet again to see no one there. Oliver swore it off and put the jacket around him closing the closet door.

Just as he was about to turn around he felt to rough hands grab him tightly. A white cloth was pressed to his mouth by a black glove. As he struggled to breath and scream he tried to shake off the enemy, but his grip was firm. In seconds, Oliver’s eyes slowly closed as he fell out of unconscience and into trouble.

[Dr. Jeckyll]

Omg, cliffy's! PPMS! Thanks for the double update though.

[Scotty]

PPMS! :D

[clana4ev3r]

PPMS!

[NYC300Z]

Great update! Yes u did leave us with more cliffys!

PPMS!!

post # 1995 I remeber that year very well! Great year I might add!

[clana4ev3r]

is there any year where you didn't do anything NYC300z?

[binkys711]

I guess not:p

and why do you leave us with cliffie after cliffie?!...evil writers...:pPPMS!!!

[dreammaster]

another awesome chapter

[LuvClana]

A/N: Thanks so much for your responses :D I just spent 10 hours at an amusement park for the end of band camp and it was a BLAST! Here is you next chapter :p

Chapter 4:

Oliver Jones awoke finding himself not in his study, nor his office, but in a hotel room; and a very pricy one at that. Only one person would go through all of this trouble to kidnap a man; Lionel Luthor. His trademark was always the same; he’d let you know he was wealthy. He could have chosen to drop a rose by the ones he killed, or left them a certain scar, but he just wanted to show off before he pulled the ripcord. Oliver knew that Lionel was naive, but this had gone too far.

“Hello, Oliver!” said a voice emerging from the shadows. The raspiness could not be mistaken; the voice was none other than Lionel Luthors. Oliver noticed that his arms and legs were tied to the bedpost of which he was laying on.

“Lionel, I’d think you could do better than this” Oliver said while emitting a small chuckle. “If I’d not know you better, I’d think I was kidnaped by a bunch of highschool girls.” Lionel isn’t the kind of person to take insults very well.

“Yes, well If I didn’t know better, Oliver, I’d say you were about to be killed.” he said pulling out a small silver box. He slowly opened it and gently handled the object inside of it.

“Lionel, you could go ahead and kill me right now, but that won’t stop the papers from reaching the government. They’re about-” he paused and glanced at his watch that was on his wrist. It took him a while to read it for he couldn’t bring his wrist to his eyes. “Two hours from receiving right now” he said with a slight smile. “I may die promoting my cause, Luthor, but I will promote it. I will succeed, even if after life.” Lionel attempted to hide his worry, but failed miserably

“Don’t worry” he said with an evil smirk on his face. “You won’t have the chance”. Lionel pulled the trigger on his small silver gun as the bullet was sent spiraling through the air towards its target.

- - - - - - - - -

Clark was in the caves in five minutes, tears streaming down his face in such a stream that it looked as if he’d just come out of the pouring rain. Fists clenched, he ran into the caves screaming. “Jor-El!!” he said, his face full of rage. “What did you do to her?” he asked dropping to the floor. “Why did you do this to her?”
“You brought this upon her, son” the familiar voice of Jor-El sounded and echoed through the caverns.

“Why do you keep trying to ruin my life, Jor-El?” Clark asked. “You are not my father! If I really am the last son, why can’t I make my own decision?” Clark rose and pounded his fist into the cave wall causing a part of the octagonol key hole to shatter.

“I am your father, Kal-El!” Jor-El boomed.

“Don’t call me that!” Clark shouted. “I am Clark Kent! I will never be who you want me to be. I deserve to lead my own life!”

“Son, you are meant to rule this race!”

“No! I am not, Jor-El” Clark said to the wall. “I am meant to be one of this race! I love these people. They are my equals! If I am so great, as you say, than it is you who should be taking orders from me. If you are my father, you would love me!” Clark shouted. He had had enough. He wanted to destroy Jor-El and cause him more pain than anyone had ever caused to another person. Jor-El’s voice hesitated.

“Very Well” he said more calmly now. “There is something you can do to save her, but you must hurry.” Clark nodded and stood up.

“What do I need to do?” Clark asked, eager to be back with his beloved Lana. He needed her now, and she needed him.

“Listen carefully, son” Jor-El began. More than one life may be spared tonight.

- - - - - - - - - -

“Is it set?” a deep voice asked.

“All ready, boss!” a small squeaky voice replied.

“Good, get ready to launch the missel” The voice of Jason Teague sounded.

“All right, boss” said the small voice now a bit more shaky than before.

“May I ask, what exactly is the missel pointed at?” Lex asked his partner next to him. Jason looked to his right and emitted a small laugh.

“Clark Kent”

[dreammaster]

another awesome chapter

[NYC300Z]

What is going on here? So Clark is going to be able to save Lana and i'm guessing that Oliver guy too somehow?? Jason and Lex are shooting a missel at Clark? okay u got me what's happening??

PPMS!!

[LuvClana]

lol I'd think you'd be confused :p It's all part of the plot, you'll have to wait and see

And just a major spoiler 'that Oliver guy' is a MAJOR part of the plot :p

[LuvClana]

-Soupy looks at her clock. It says 10 am- I have to go to the city in like an hour but I'll be back and then I'll give you an update. I had to read a few articles before I could write it though :D

[NYC300Z]

When u say the City do u mean Manhattan?? I thought u were going to give us an update in an hour? That was over 12 hours ago!

PPMS!

[LuvClana]

yea I mean manhattan I saw lion king on broadway yesterday.

Sorry about that the update is coming up now :D

Chapter 5:

Clark sped along the many streets of Smallville clear of his destination. Gripped in his hand was a crystal clear stone. Engraved in it were the three symbols of the elements of Krypton. He had three lives to save; one made no sense, though. How could Chloe still be alive? Clark had been there when they laid her to rest. But it had been an empty coffin, for a body was never found. But Clark must hurry, to save Chloe, a stranger, and his beloved Lana. Nothing was going to stop him now.

As Clark passed the many cars and trucks on his way to Metropolis, a million thoughts ran through his head. In the past twenty four hours he had been trough more than any man, human or not had ever been through. The love of his life was lost, only for him to learn that he could bring her back. His best friend, know to be dead, was indeed alive and just needed his saving. A complete stranger who’s destiny lays in line with Clarks somehow, needed saving as well. Clark had a large burden on his shoulder.

Clark came upon the city and winded around the people, cars, and buildings. He stopped when he reached and old warehouse. It desperately called for a new coat of paint, and its old sign hung on its last hinges. Clark kicked the door in a sped down the stair way until he came to a blank wall. He turned around a complete three hundred and sixty degrees just to see no way but the way he came.

“How can this be?” Clark asked himself. “Jor-El said I had to go down ten stories. There’s no where else to go” Clark wiped the sweat off of his brow. Then the idea hit him. How could he be so stupid. Clark turned on his extra vision just to see that the wall indeed had another side with a stair case. Clark sped into the wall causing it to shatter, but he didn’t stop to admire his handiwork; he went straight down to the end.

Clark now stood in front of a steel down. It was latched in about twenty places. Who ever put this hear really didn’t want anyone to find what was on the other side. Clark kicked this door in as well and sped inside. Clark couldn’t see anything, the entire room was filled with smoke. It wouldn’t cause Clark any problems, but for the poor soul trapped in this room, it would be fatal. Clark scanned the room to see a body laying in the center of the room. Clark sped over to Chloe’s body and scooped her up, speeding her up and out of the death she surly faced. Chloe was hardly breathing and seconds away from death. One look at her soot covered face before Clark sped her to Metropolis General.

He entered the hospital corridor with Chloe in his arms. “I need a doctor! Help!” he shouted as he lay Chloe down on a stretcher in the hallway. A woman ran over to him and examined Chloe briefly.

“Her lungs sound horrible. It seems from fire damage!” She continued to call over nurses to assist her. Clark checked to make sure the coast was clear before he gently pressed the left corner of the element to her heart. The fire element glowed slightly before returning to normal.

“She needs to go to intensive care. Where did you find her?” The doctor looked around, but Clark was no where to be seen.

A/N: Sorry its really short, but this seemed like a good place to stop. This is where the original plot unfolds. But this isn't the only plot. There is WAY more coming up. :p

[dreammaster]

another awesome chapter

[Dr. Jeckyll]

Great update. You've really got me intrigued. PPMS!

[MOOman0618]

This story is going a hundred different places at the same time! I am really liking it. Post more soon! I need to see how Clark saves Oliver and Lana! But who put out the fire where Chloe was?

[binkys711]

wow! lot's of stuff going on and Clark has to be everywhere! PPMS!!! great updates!!! great writting! your doing a very good job on it!:)

[clana4ev3r]

interesting!!!!! PPMS!

[LuvClana]

Thanks so muich for the comments. It really makes my day. :D

I'll post more tomorrow. This story isn't going to clam down but all the plots will combine into one. :D

[C.A.chick]

IT GREAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i love it

[NYC300Z]

:cool: Yeah a lot of stuff is going on! PPMS!!

[Kryptonite Spear]

Wow, i just started reading this, and i am REALLY enjoying it... i like how Clark Used the Element on Chloe, AWESOME!!!
Update Soon!!! :D

[LuvClana]

I'm not sure 'Thanks so much for the comments, guys' reallys cuts it so I'm going to respond to all of your posts in here. Your name may come up more than once or it may not I'm not very good and remembering things.

clana4ev3r- Thank you soo much for the very hyper first ever comment :p

binkys711- I'm glad you think so :p Thanks soo much! Sorry you arn't a fan of the cliffies, though :D

Dr. Jeckyll- I'm not sure it deserves and OMG, but thank you soo much :p

Schfifty-five- Its kinda developed into more than two small town kids bringing down a Luthor and it will continue to :D So happy you like it :p Thanks soo much!

Scotty- Thanks for encouraging me to write more and for popping in every once and a while :p Thanks soo much!

Joshuabr- Thanks soo much for reading :p

NYC300Z- Thanks :D Its great that you're really enjoying this story. Thanks soo much for your coments!

dreammaster- Thanks soo much for reading! Glad you like it.

linn- Thanks soo much for reading. Glad ya like it :D

Ketchup- Glad you read my horrible first story and decided to give this one a shot :p I'm soo glad you like it. It makes meh happy :p

Kryptonite Spear- Gald you decided to read. Hope you continue to :D Thanks soo much!



Next post coming up in about a half hour :D

[binkys711]

yay! can't wait!

[NYC300Z]

half an hour's over already where's the update?? :lol: PPMS!!

[LuvClana]

A/N: Gosh, I'm a few minutes late :p Sorry its so short, but it seemed like a good place to end this chapter. I'll post more tomorrow :p

Chapter 6:

It seemed like a lifetime ago that he had been told that his beloved Lana was dead, but it had been nearly three minutes, and Lanas body was still resting on the hospital bed where she had been when last alive. It entangled his heart and soul to do so, but he stole a glace at her motionless body on his way out. He had been given specific instructions. One more thing needed to be done before he could save his hearts desire. But he’d need to be quick, he had to get back before the time limit. He needed to run like he had never run before.

He sped off going through the directions in his mind. It was a hard task, and a grueling one. Suffering would surly be involved. But, he’d do anything to get his Lana back. Anything! Clark sped through the streets of Metropolis avoiding cars and for once, not stopping to help people about to trip or drop their car keys; his mind was too focused on the task ahead of him. When Clark reached fourth avenue, he sped to a tall silver building labeled LC. He entered the Luthor Palace Hotel and Casino and rushed to the stairway, taking the steps two at a time.

He went up to the very top floor, passing many people along the way. He ran through the door at floor thirty-two and stopped in front of the door in front of him. It was the personal hotel room for Lionel Luthor. Clark didn’t hesitate to kick it open, shattering the metal lock as he rushed inside. What he saw almost ripped him apart, but he had to stay calm. A bullet was spiraling towards a young man that Clark guessed was in his late twenties. The man was tied to a bed as the bullet came closer and closer to him. The look of terror on his face was too hard for Clark to look at. Clark knew he’d have time to save this man, but Jor-El told him he must not; that he must wait for the damage to be done before he could do his mending.

Clark looked to see Lionel Luthor holding the gun that the bullet had come from. Lionel couldn’t see Clark and what he was about to do, so Clark sped up behind him and knocked him lightly on the head, causing him to pass out. With Lionel in a heap on the floor, Clark jumped out of his speed and was brought back to reality. The bullet went one hundred times faster as it ripped its way through Oliver’s chest. Clark wanted so desperately to rush to his aid, but he had to wait. Oliver’s pain only lasted a few seconds as he soon passed out.

Clark then walked to his side and pressed the air corner of the element to his wound. It felt good to be able to help this poor man now. Lionel Luthor was the type of person who showed no mercy. And this man was the perfect example. The symbol on the element glowed slightly for a second as the man suddenly began to stir, his wound completely gone. Clark showed a slight smile. As Oliver’s eyes began to open Clark glanced at his watch. It was one forty-six. Clarks eyes widened from shock. Just as Oliver stole a glance at his face, Clark disappeared into thin air.

Oliver slowly turned his gaze to the once injured section of his chest. Confusion rushed through his head as he slowly closed his eyes, passing out once more. By this time Clark was halfway to Metropolis General, his sped kicking in faster than ever before.

Jason Teague glanced at his watch and began the coutdown. In fifteen minutes, Clark Kent was going to get a little surprise.

[binkys711]

WTH IS HAPPENING?!AHH!!!!Clark save Lana!!! you can do it!!! dam that Jason!PPMS!!!

[Kryptonite Spear]

Wow, this is getting VERY good!!! DAMN CLIFFYS!!! :lol:

Update Soon Please!!! :D

[clana4ev3r]

GREAT UPDATE!!!!!! PPMS!!!

[C.A.chick]

we want more!!!!!!!!!!!!!GREAT UPDATE!

[LuvClana]

Chapter 6:

Clark ran through the streets of Metropolis for the fifth time today as he edged his way closer and closer to Metropolis General. His watch was right on the dot, and that’s what scared him. He only had a little bit of time left.

5...

Clark hurried himself a bit more as he sped through the doors of the hospital avoiding the many people buzzing around the office.

4...

Clark rushed into the stairwell rushing up the floors until he reached the fourth. He needed to to hurry, he almost hit a man with the door but stopped just in time.

3...

Clark rushed down the hallway speeding to the room that he knew his Lana was laying in, ready to be saved by her prince charming.

2...

Clark rushed into Lanas room and brushed the doctors all away as he hurriedly pressed the water corner of the element to her chest. The familiar symbol that had once wove its way into Lanas back now shown brightly on the element in Clarks hand. Just as the element faded, Lana sat up and gasped for air, the taste welcomed by her lungs.

Clark sighed of relief as a tear slid down his face. Clark sped out of the hospital room as the doctors suddenly rushed to Lanas aid, unbelieving of what they had just witnessed. Clark looked through the glass and stole one last glance before speeding away.

- - - - - - - - - -

Jason Teague looked to his watch. Only a few minutes left until his plan was to go into action. He had been waiting long enough for this day, and it was finally here. In a few minutes, Clark Kent would no longer be his problem; or the problem of the rest of the world for that matter. They had Clarks location pinned to perfection. Clark Kent’s life was about to end.

Jason and Lex waited eagerly for a few more minutes until the keypad in front of them began to tick.

5, 4, 3, 2, 1....

The keypad blinked the number zero three times before shutting off. Jason closed his eyes and smiled. It was complete. Clark Kent was about to finally die. Lex looked over to him and emitted a small chuckle. Together Lex and Jason had brought down Clark Kent. The door to the room opened behind them.

“Boss” said the familiar squeaky voice. “You’d better come quickly. There’s been a problem with the launching. It didn’t launch”

- - - - - - - -

Seven o’clock at night and Clark stood facing the old Kent Farm looking around as memories poured into his head. He looked at the old farm house that now desperately called for a new coat of paint; the old loft that now needed repairs and Clark’s ‘Kent Touch’. Memories of his parent crawled into his head like a plague that wouldn’t go away.

“I thought I’d find you here” said a soft voice behind him. Clark turned around to see Lana standing behind him.

“Lana?” Clark asked, surprised. “How did you...” he glanced at her legs. They were back to normal.

“I don’t know. When...what ever happened to me happened. I was cured. No more cuts, no broken legs, and no pain. The doctors were completely stumped. But, they had no choice but to release me." Clark wasn’t surprised at the news, but at the fact that she was there, in front of him.

“Look, Lana I..” Clark began, but Lana cut him off.

“Look, Clark. You don’t need to explain anything but why you are avoiding what we both need. I don’t think there is any excuse for that.”

Clark sighed as he stared at her, lost in his thoughts.



Well I guess this is where I left my life
And all its operations
And I know that I will never get this twice
With all negotiations

This feels like the place between what is and might have been
So I guess this is where we both find out
If this was meant to be
And I'll tell myself, I don't need you
I'll tell myself enough to get me through
But I'll finally show you how I should have been being with you every day
If you can take a little more
Now it takes me back to times on Lincoln Avenue
When you said you'd never get tired of the boy
That seemed to be so far from growing up
But we were different then

This feels like the place between being ready and being in the way
And I'll tell myself, I don't need you
I'll tell myself enough to get me through
But I'll finally show you how I should have been being with you every day
If you can wait a little more

This feels like the time that I'm ready for you
Are you ready for me
'Cause I'll tell myself I'll make it through
I'll tell myself anything to get over you

And I won't blame you but I'm finally ready to show you
That I'm ready to show you, I'm ready to show you, yeah
I'll tell myself that I never needed anybody anyway, but anyway
I need you
I need you now
I need you now
I'm ready now



A/N: SURPRISE! DOUBLE UPDATE! :p I was listening to this song while writting and I really wanted to use it. It is Lincoln Avenue by Train. The lyrics are exactly how Clark feels right now. Tis Perfect :P

[binkys711]

wow! haven't heard that song but definately, perfectly fits the moment! great choice! That was an awesome update!!! I loved it!!! and Lana's ok! HOORAY!PPMS!!!

[NYC300Z]

HOw did Lana get from Metropolis to the Kent farm so quickly?? Wasn't Clark running at superspeed the whole time?? Thanks a lot for the double update!

PPMS!!

[clana4ev3r]

maybe Lana has super speed too! ;)

[LuvClana]

haha, to clear the confusion. Its now seven at night :D I was gonna type it in the next update so you wouldn't be confuzzled. Clark didn't just get there. Hes been there for a while :p He was getting ready to leave when Lanan came. She took a bus. so 7-3 =4. So she was released around 3-3:30 :p

[C.A.chick]

YAY, NICE UPDATE!!!!!!!!

[Joshuabr]

Keep going. I don't know where your going with this but i want to find out.

[LuvClana]

Yea, I hardly know where this is going to end up :p I have a vague idea though. I'll post the next chapter in a few hours.

[dreammaster]

another awesome chapter

[kewl]

i just tuned in and wow this is a really great story LuvClana!!!! u really got me hooked.!!!! :D PPMS!!!!

[LuvClana]

thanks soo much :D

Next upadte in about an hour :p

[binkys711]

yay!

[LuvClana]

Chapter 7:

Emotions were floating around in Clarks mind like a flock of birds all reaching different destinations. It took Clark a while to realize that he was just staring at her. When he opened his moth to speak nothing came out. He couldn’t find the words to say what needed to be said. Clark looked up from the ground to see Lanas caring eyes still looking into his.

Clark turned around and looked back to the house he once grew up in. “You know I have a lot of memories from this place.” he began. “I remember my mom would always come out that door when I was ten, and bring me lemonade when I sat on the porch.” he turned his gaze to the barn. “Or when my dad and I would have a race to see who would feed the cattle faster.” he let out a small smile. “I’d always win.” Clark turned back to Lana. “But, my best memories,” he began. “Were right here, all along” he said, patting his heart. “You, know I though I’d lost this place for good. That I’d never be happy here after what happened. I’m thinking about buying this place, again. Making it my home again. I’d really like that.” Lana looked into Clarks eyes.

“I know” she said nodding.

“Lana, I was only protecting you. I know it wasn’t right, I mean, the way I went about it. But, it was for our own good.” Lana shook her head as tears began to fall from her eyes.

“From what, Clark?” she said walking up to him. “This isn’t right, Clark! I’ve waited for you for a year, hoping that maybe you’d get some sense knocked into you! But, all I’ve seen so far are more lies!” Clark shook his head.

“I can’t tell you the truth!” Clark screamed. Lana jumped back, shocked. Clark put his head in his hands. “I’m.. I’m sorry I didn’t mean to yell.” he said now more calmly. Lana shook her head and turned to leave, tears falling faster now. Just as she was about to get into her car, Clark ran to her.

“I know how we can stop it” he said. Lana looked towards him.

“How?” she asked. “Clark, there isn’t anything stopping you!” Clark looked into her eyes.

“There is” he began.

“What would I have to do, Clark?” she asked. All she wanted was to stop this nightmare.

“We have to stop Lex and Lionel” he said.

- - - - - -

Jason Teague stormed into the office of Lionel Luthor not very happy. The veins in his head were bulging out and his fists were clenched.

“What the hell did you do?” he asked as a smile peeled across Lionel’s face. “Why did you stop it?” he asked.

“Jason, calm down before you hurt yourself” he said. Jason didn’t ease up.

“How can I calm down when you’ve ruined my years work?” he screamed.

“Jason, when will you learn” he said taking a sip of his scotch. “If anyone is going to bring down Clark Kent, it will be me.”

“What?” Jason asked. Why would Lionel care who brings Clark Kent down as long as he’s down.

“Calm down, my boy. You will have a say in the action too. The perfect plan is in action, we just need the perfect partner.” he said smiling. Jason slowly lowered himself into his chair.

“I need details” he said.

- - - - - - - - -

Oliver had awoken to a sleeping Lionel in a heap on the floor. Carefully, Oliver freed himself from the bed and ran down the stairs until he was far away from the monster. He had no idea what had happened, but he knew one thing; bringing down Lionel Luthor would have to be a private matter. That is, unless he could find the needed help. Oliver wasn’t a bad guy, but Luthor needed to go.

Upon reaching his apartment he made sure to check the entire house for one of Luthors spies before sending his butler home for the night. Oliver needed a plan. He wasn’t going to kill Lionel, oh no. He was going to pin him for a crime he was sure to have committed; and he knew the perfect plan. Tomorrow, he was going to pay a friend a visit.

A/N: To clear up some confusion. Clark took a bus to Smallville, and Lana took the next bus after she was checked out. Clark was too tired to run there. Its seven where Clark and Lana are. Hope you enjoy the update :D

[binkys711]

1st! BOOYAH! that was a great update! I hope Clark can bring down Lex and Lionel soon so we can have a happy clana!:D PPMS!!!

[NYC300Z]

LMAO Clark took the bus! :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: sorry I just found that hillarious! PPMS!!

[kewl]

great update!!!!! yeah, i agree with binks bring lex & lionel down so we can have a free clana!!!!
haha! i'm sure ur explanation cleared out all the confusions LuvClana, thanks a lot!!!! :D

[dreammaster]

another awesome chapter

[LuvClana]

sorry, I know a promised an update yesterday but I was really busy with school stuff. Its just around the corner! :( Extra long update tonight :D

[kewl]

yay, an update coming! can't hardly wait!!!! :D

[MOOman0618]

YEA! EXTRA LONG!

I just caught up on your last three updates! I kind of assume Oliver is going to get with Clark and Lana to stop Lionel AND Lex AND Jason, but how do they meet?

[binkys711]

yay!

[LuvClana]

in an hour it'll be posted

[binkys711]

YAY!

[LuvClana]

A/N: Ok its not super, super long, but its the best I can do. I didn't leave you in that many cliffies for the weekend. I guess now would be the best time to tell you I wont be back until moday. But I have an upadte planned for that night. See yall then! Enjoy this 'long' chapter and leave meh spiffeh comments for when I return. C ya!

Chapter 8:

The sun began to peek out from behind the clouds as night turned into day. The cell door swung open ending in a loud clatter causing Pete to wake up very suddenly. He sat up looking for the reason he had been awaken. A man was standing at the cell door. Pete was all to familiar with the face.

“Bryon?” he asked stretching and standing up. “What’s going on?” he asked.

“You’ve been released.” he said with a smile. Pete paused halfway into putting his shirt on.

“What?” he asked. “How?”

“You were bailed out by an anonymous source. You’re free to go, kid!” he pat pulling Pete into a tight hug, “Been nice knowin’ you. Make sure you stop by and visit sometimes” the guard said stroking his beard. Pete pulled him into yet another big bear hug.

“Thanks, man” he said following him out of the cell and to the retrieval desk. He couldn’t believe it. But who had bailed him out? He didn’t care, he was finally free. Pete stepped out into the cold winter weather and slipped his jacket on. It felt good to be in something other than an orange jumpsuit. He stepped out on the sidewalk and headed towards his apartment, that he had still be paying rent for, for the past year. With his hands in his pockets, a million thoughts ran through his head. He had his life back again! Pete tried to ignore it but a memory was poking out of where he had tried so much to hide it.

Pete walked into the room with a questioning look on his face.

“What do you want with me, Luthor?” he asked fiercely. Lionel turned around and smiled. He was hiding something behind his back. Pete backed away with his hands in front of him.

“Well, for you to die” he said emerging a gun from behind his back. “But, that isn’t going to happen, is it?” he said aimed the gun at Pete’s head. Pete shook his head.
“What do you want from me?” he asked again.

“I’ve asked you many times, but I’m only going to ask you once more, Mr. Ross.” he said. “What is the secret of Clark Kent” A smile peeled across Petes face.

“Wouldn’t you like to know!” he spat. Lionel lowered the gun and pressed a red button on his desk.

“Security! Security! This man is threatening me! He broke in here! Security!” Pete dropped his hands as two man came behind him and grabbed him. Struggling to break free, he stepped back.

“I did not!” he said pleading for them to believe him. Lionel Luthor began to laugh.

Shaking the memory off, Pete continued to walk home.

- - - - - - - - - - -

Clark and Lana had spent the entire night in the loft trying to think of a plan to bring down the Luthors. The only thing they were able to do was tidy up the loft, in an attempt to be comfortable.
Lana was now in the living room sleeping as Clark prepared to go run a few quick errands and grab a few things from his apartment in Metropolis. Clark grabbed his jacket and did his thing reaching Metropolis in mere minutes. Clark stopped at a newspaper stand outside of his apartment to grab a copy of the MetroTimes.

“Hey you!” said a voice from behind causing Clark to turn around. “You! You’re the guy from the room!” he said as the man Clark knew as ‘bullet man’ came up behind him.

“Um” Clark said trying to play it cool. “Excuse me?”

“I don’t really know what happened, but I feel like I should be thanking you!” he said smiling.

“I don’t know what your talking about” Clark said looking kind of edgy.

“I know you’re probably trying to hide something, but don’t worry. I just need to thank you for saving me” he said digging into his pockets. “Why don’t you stop by the benefit on Friday” he said pulling out an envelope.

“No really, I couldn’t” Clark said shaking his head.

“Nonsense!” Oliver said smiling. “Names Oliver Jones, by the way” he said shaking Clarks hand.

“Clark Kent” Clark said.

“Nice to meet you Clark. So will I see you there?” he asked. Clark had been prepared to say no, until he heard of the mans name. Oliver Jones as in Jones International. Oliver was the closest way to get to Lionel and bring him down. Oliver was obviously an enemy to the Luthor family.

“Sure” he said slowly nodding. Oliver smiled and said his goodbyes before turning the corner and leaving. As soon as he did, Clark sped back to the farm. He had a plan, it just needed to be put into action.

- - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Chloe lay in her hospital bed with too many needles in his arms to count. She felt miserable, yet better than she had in over a year. Chloe was supposed to ir that day, but instead he life had been spared by a mysterious man in a red jacket. Chloe had an idea about this mysterious man was, but wasn’t able to find out for sure. Intensive Care patients weren’t allowed internet access. But Chloe was sure that as soon as she got out of here, she’d have a lot of researching to do. Her reporter instincts were trying so hard to emerge, but they weren’t allowed to.

Chloe turned her head to the left to see the hospital staff busy running about as usual. Chloe spotted a nurse talking to a man. Chloe couldn’t see the front of the man, only the back. He seemed so familiar somehow, but she couldn’t put her finger on it.

The nurse seemed to be shaking her head in disagreement and the man pursued his task. He wanted something from her, and he wanted it very much. The nurse was skeptic but eventually had to agree. Chloe looked around to the other side of the room. The streets out side of the window were busy as usual, all the little mice were running around looking for their cheese. Chloe almost jumped as there was a rap on the door. Chloe looked to see the nurse she had seen with the man standing in the doorway.

“Ms. Sullivan? You have a visitor” she said.

[NYC300Z]

So Clark has a plan! PPMS!!

[MOOman0618]

Clark and Oliver are going to join forces and Chloe has a mystery guest. Could it be Clark? or Pete? Or Lionel? or somebody completely different! POST MORE SOON!

[kewl]

great update!!! clark has a plan that needs to put into action... and oliver will help him with it, bring the luthors down!!!! i wonder who's chloe's visitor at the hospital?? hhmmm.....
PPMS!!!! :D

[binkys711]

yay! great update! Clar has a plan! Oliver must help! and who's Chloe's visitor?!...find out in the next installment of "The ties that Bind":p...PPMS!!!

(btw...great new avi Kewl!)

[kewl]

hope we can get an update soon!!!
thanks binks ;)

[dreammaster]

another awesome chapte r

[LoisNClark]

yeah Clark has a plan!!!!!!
Awesome update
ppms!!:D

[Kryptonite Spear]

YES!!! I Caught Up!!! :lol:

We're Getting An Update On Monday? I Hope It Comes Soon!!! :D

[LuvClana]

Tomorrow comes an update :p

[binkys711]

yay! can't wait!:D

[LoisNClark]

can't wait!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[kewl]

yay, we're getting an update! can't wait!!!!! :D

[LuvClana]

Chapter 9:

Chloe turned her head to the doorway to see a tall man with short black hair stride into the room. Chloe tried to scream but nothing would come out. Horror swept over her like a blanket. He had caught her at the worst of times; when, yet again, she was most vulnerable. The man walked closer and closer to her with a smug grin on his face. He had won. “Hello, Chloe.” he said smiling. “So we meet again” he pulled a chair to the bedside and sat down.

“What do you want from me?” she asked, tears streaming down her face. “You killed my father, and almost succeeded with me. What else do you want?” She tried to avoid making eye contact with him but he vigorously grabbed her head pulled her in.

“The key word there, Ms. Sullivan, is almost!” he spat, letting go of her head. “You were a feisty one, never willing to spill anything. You must really care about this Clark guy, because you were in so much pain. But that isn’t all I’m capable of, Chloe. Oh no! I can cause you so much pain, tat you’ll wish I had killed you before. No, death is not the worst that can happen to you. Far from it. Your fathers life was only one pawn in this little game we play, Ms. Sullivan. I’m your worst nightmare!” Chloe’s tears were falling faster now as she tried to fight him off.

“Get away from me!” she shouted hitting him and trying to get him to leave. Why hadn’t the nurses heard her? Why had they let him in here. Chloe rolled onto her side, causing the needle in her arm to pinch her slightly. She needed to get away from this man. She tried to scream but he covered her mouth. Chloe bit his hand so hard that he pulled away, just long enough for her to open her mouth and scream for help. Just as she was about to scream the man stood up from where he had fallen and reached towards her.

It all happened in a blur but it ended with Chloe on her bed, the man unconscious on the floor, and Clark standing in the middle of the room. Chloe wasn’t surprised. Being in on Clarks secret made moments like this a little bit easier to comprehend. But, how could Clark be in her room right now, after all this time. How did he even know she was alive.

“C-Clark?” she asked. Clark looked to her and smiled as he walked over to her and pulled her into a tight hug.

“I’m so glad that your alive!” he said as he pulled away to see Chloe’s smiling face.” It was kind of pointless for the funeral, I guess.” he said standing up as a familiar face walked into the room.

“Clark, why are we at the hospit-“ Lana stopped when she saw who was lying in the hospital bed. “Chloe?” she asked. Chloe nodded as Lana rushed to her and hugged her. “Oh my god!” Lana said as tears began to fall down her face. “Chloe, we thought you were dead!” she said as Chloe smiled.

“So did I” she said softly. “I might as well been”

“Where were you?” Clark asked. Although, he knew very well where. It was the Who, What, How, and Why that he was confused about.

“I don’t really know. All I remember is pain. I was unconscious for most of the time. But, I remember fire.” she said barely able to hold back to tears. “When I was first admitted, my lungs were so damaged, they thought I’d die that day. But I healed almost over night. Well, really overnight. I was just brought in yesterday by some guy. But it was obviously y-“ Chloe beagn.

“Ix-nay on the ectret-say!” Clark said so only Chloe could hear him.

“Some superhero” Chloe finished, glad Clark had made the quick call. She thought Lana would know by now. Lana went to blow her nose.

“I just am so happy that your back” she said, emitting a loud goose honk from the corner of the room. “But who was that guy?” she asked looking to the man on the floor.

“Hans Van Ray” Chloe said sadly. “He took us and” Chloe stopped trying to keep from crying. “Killed my father” she finished. By now both girls were crying profusely.

“Chloe, I’m so sorry” Clark said passing the tissue box to the girls. “I’m going to call the police and get this guy where he needs to be” he said turning to leave.

“Wait!”Chloe said. “Listen, this guy isn’t the mastermind, here. He was hired by someone. I think that the only way for me to get behind this is if he’s still out there. If he goes to jail, I may never know who wants me dead. If Hans is still out there, his boss won’t go in for a fresh attempt. It may be the only choice here.” she said. “I know I can figure this out, but I’d need some help.” Lana smiled.

“Like the military?” Lana asked trying to lighten up the mood.

“I was thinking more along the lines of a farm boy and princess” Chloe said.

“Are you sure?” Clark asked. Chloe nodded. Clark turned to the doorway. “Nurse?” he asked. “This man seems to have fainted. Can we get a doctor for him?” the nurse nodded and brought a few residents in to loft him onto a stretcher and bring him out of the room where he’d be cared for. Just as he left, a different nurse walked in.

“Ms. Sullivan, I have your release papers ready for you to sign.” she said proceeding to remove Chloe’s many iv’s. Chloe nodded and signed the paper as she slowly sat up ready to leave. The nurse left the room eager to move on to her next patient.

“We need somewhere to plan this all out. I think I have an idea that I need to let you two in on. We can meet at Petes place. No one will find us there and he’s obviously not using it. We can go there now.” Clark said.

“Sure, Clark.” Chloe said. “But I need to change first” she said limping towards the bathroom. Clark nodded.

“We’ll meet you in the hallway” Lana said as her and Clark exited the room.

- - - - - - - - - -

Pete stood under the warm shower with his eyes closed enjoying the privacy. His timed showers with the rest of the prison mates were a serious invasion on privacy that he didn’t need. The water was hot as the air around him filled with steam, but he didn’t mind. He was just glad to be free; to be home. Pete turned off the water and reached for his towel. He wrapped it around himself and proceeded to the sink. Pete brushed his teeth and stepped outside to his room, where he threw on some shorts and a shirt. Pete had left the tv on in the living room and he was keen to turn it off.

He walked downstairs and into the living room and reached for the remote. “Holy crap!” Pete screamed and jumped back.

“Pete?” Clark asked. Clark, Chloe and Lana was all huddled over a peice of paper that they layed out on Petes coffee table.

“What are you doing here?” Clark asked standing up.

“I’d ask you the same” Pete said giving Clark a high five.

“Sorry” Clark began. “We thought you were in prison still and we didn’t think you’d mind us coming.” Pete smiled as he in turn hugged Lana and Chloe.

“I don’t!” he said. “I was just surprised to see someone in my house. I was released today. Bailed out by someone. I’d like to get to the bottom of it, but I really am just overwhelmed right now with trying to start over, you know.” he said siting down on the couch.

“Pete, man” Clark said. “Brace yourself, because you are about to learn, along with lana and Chloe, my mastermind plan.” Pete looked confused.

“For what?” he asked. Clark smiled and looked at his three friends.

“For bringing down the Luthors.” he said turning to the paper in front of him.

“I’m peaked” Chloe said. “But what do the Luthors have to do with us?” she asked.

“Everything, I’m guessing.” Lana said.

“Everything is right, Lana. Lets begin. Are you ready?” he asked smiling. Pete nodded.

“Bring it on”

A/N: Extra long update for you all. Enjoy!

[clana4ev3r]

great update!

[kewl]

wow, that was a terrific update!!!!
so here comes the Fantastic 4 ready to bring down the luthors!!!! hehehe... ;) wonder what clark's plan is???? PPMS!!!! :D

[dreammaster]

another awesome chapter

[Dr. Jeckyll]

Great update. I wonder how Clark is gonna take the Luthors down... PPMS!

[LoisNClark]

awesome update!!! Can't wait to hear Clark's plan!!!

PPMS!!:D

[NYC300Z]

Great update! I'm really interested to hear Clark's plan to take out the Luthors!

PPMS!!

[binkys711]

great update! I loved it! jejeje:rotfl: It just cracked me up whne Clark said:“Ix-nay on the ectret-say!” :lol:....I wonder what Clark's plan is?! PPMS!!!:D

[Kryptonite Spear]

Awesome Update!!! I Can't Wait To See Clark's Plan Unravel!!! Update Soon!!! :D

[LuvClana]

Thanks so much for responding, guys :D Update tomorrow, I swear :p

[NYC300Z]

okay i'll be waiting!!:D

[Superboy2]

I like your story so far! Please post more soon.

[ClarksGirl21]

great story!

[kewl]

tomorrow it is! we'll be waiting for ur update!!! :D

[LuvClana]

sorry i didn't update but I got in a car accident today. Just minor, I only suffered minor bruses and my fam is fine. so is the other driver. But I was at the hospital and police station all day. ill update tomorrow I swear :p

[MOOman0618]

I am glad you are ok! And that is definatly a get out of posting free card! But I can't wait to see what Clark's plan is!

[NYC300Z]

yeah good to hear ur ok!! Hope to hear from u again soon!

[binkys711]

glad to see your alright:\..can't wait 'till the update!:)

[kewl]

so glad ur alright!!!..... we'll be waiting for ur update!!! ;) :D

[LoisNClark]

glad your alright!!!! and i'll be waiting for your update!!!:D

[LuvClana]

update in an hour :D

Chapter 10:

Lionel Luthor sat in his office with his two colleagues sipping some scotch before the event. Tonight was the night that they took the first step in their master plan. Of course Jason and lex would come along with him but he’d eventually kill them both off. Nothing made Lionel happier than power. He craved it, he needed it. With Clark Kent around, he couldn’t have that power. The world was like dominos. Once something fell, all the rest would soon follow. Clark was the first domino.

- - - - - - -

Clark, Pete, Lana, and Chloe sat huddled around the large peice of paper Clark had unrolled. It was not a plan, but a poster advertising the Jones International annual charity event.

“Ok, Clark. What does Oliver Jones have to do with bringing down the Luthors?” Chloe asked as Clark finally unrolled the poster.

“Everything” he said. “I helped him out of a tight situation a few days ago and he really wanted to make it up to me. He sent me a few invites to this charity. I’m thinking if we can get to be a little closer to him, he’ll help us.”

“Clark, aren’t LuthorCorp and JI big alliances?” Lana asked skeptically.

“I have a feeling that they aren’t anymore. I think this Jones guy could be a big help. We’ll just need to convince him to be on our side.” he said pulling out an envelope from his pocket. “He gave me four tickets. It’s black tie so we’ll have to go shopping. I’m not sure about the girls, but I don’t have anything appropriate for this sort of event. I don’t usually dine with CEO’s.”

“Well I hate dresses for formal events for when I have to go to one for my articles” Chloe said.

“And I still have one from Lois’s wedding” Lana chimed in.

“Ok, well then us gentlemen need to go shopping.” Clark said. “Unlike you, Chloe, I don’t usually go to the formal events. My articles aren’t all that high class” he said smiling.

“So lets go” Pete set standing up.

“Not so fast” Clark stopped him. “There’s more” Pete sat himself back down. “This guy may sound a little delirious tonight. He wasn’t feeling so good when I helped him and he thinks I magically healed him from a gun shot” he said forcing a laugh. Pete and Chloe both emitted a nervous laugh causing Lana to look them all in the eye.

“Do you all know something I don’t?” she asked causing all three of them to give excuses at the same time.

“No not at all...”

“What are you saying...”

“Yea right!...”

“Lets go” Pete said. Clark stood up a little too fast.

“Yea”

- - - - - - - -

Clark and Pete climbed into the car on there way back from the store, two rented tuxedos in the back of the truck.

“So how did Chloe find out?” Pete asked. Clark stiffed a laugh

“She, erm. Saw me catch a car” he said. Causing Pete to swerve off of the road slightly.

“Are you serious?” he asked.

“Yea. Kind of a bad way to find out.”

“Does Lana know?” he asked. Clark sighed.

“No” he said wishing that he could tell her.

“You should tell her, man.” Pete said looking towards him. “She’d probably understand. We did.”

“Yea, but I didn’t throw a meteor at your parents.” he said.

“Clark, you’ll never know unless you try.” Pete said as they pulled into the parking lot of his apartment building. They got out of the truck and headed upstairs. It was six o’clock, which gave them just enough time to change. When Pete and Clark entered the apartment, they could hear Chloe and Lana in the bathroom discussing lipstick. Girls Clark thought shaking his head as he entered the bathroom to change.

Clark and Pete both changed into their tuxes and were waiting in the living room for the girls to come out. About ten minutes later, the bath room door opened and Lana walked out. She was wearing a blue strapless dress that flowed elegantly to the floor. Clark released the breath he had been holding.

“Wow” he breathed. Lana looked up.

“I guess that means you like it.” she said shyly.

“Yea” Clark said still not able to take his eyes off of her. Pete looked back and forth from Clark to Lana; Clark to Lana.

“Yea, this is the part where I go check on Chloe” he said getting up and moving to the next room. Clark finally looked away to the table where the invites lay.

“Um, we should go now” he said careful not to stutter. He hadn’t stuttered since there senior prom.

“Yea” she said disappointed. Chloe and Pete were taking a separate car. After telling Pete, he and Lana got into his truck and pulled away. It was going to be a long night.

A/N: This is where the Clana begins, ladies and gentlemen! Enjoy! Thanks for your concern all :p

[dreammaster]

another awesome chapter

[clana4ev3r]

yay! some clana!

[MOOman0618]

Originally posted by LuvClana
“Yea, this is the part where I go check on Chloe” he said getting up and moving to the next room. Clark finally looked away to the table where the invites lay.



I miss Pete on the show! Great update and bring on the Clana!!

[binkys711]

yeah! BRING ON THE CLANA!:D:D:D great update!....PPMS!!!:D

[NYC300Z]

Yeah! What Binkys said bring on the CLANA!! :D

[LuvClana]

lol guys. I'm bringing it! But be patient. Some ppl have to die first. Update tomorrow :D

[linn]

ok

[Kryptonite Spear]

YES!!! Clana On The Horizon!!! Update Soon!!! :D

[kewl]

great update!!!!
yay, we'll be getting more clana!!!! :D PPMS!!!!

[LuvClana]

Chapter 11:

Clark gripped the wheel tightly careful not to let Lana see when he stole glances at her. It pained him to know that they could be together, but he pulled away. He knew it was for the better. He would never forgive himself if anything happened to her because of him. Clarks hands were jittery and he kept dropping the invitations out of his hands.

After bending down for the fourth time to pick them up Lana stopped him. “Maybe I should hold them” she said smiling. Clark let out a nervous laugh and handed her the two slips of paper. Lanas hand gently grazed his as she took the invites into her own. Clark pulled his truck into the driveway of Jones International Plaza and stopped in front of the door. He handed the valet the keys to his car and took the slip of paper and put it in his pocket.

“So which one is Oliver?” Lana whispered as they walked into the ball room, full of people. Clark looked around a spotted Oliver Jones, his hair combed back, standing by the buffet talking to some people and having a good time.

“The one by the buffet, with way too much caviar on his plate” Clark said smiling. Lana laughed.

“Oh” she began. “That guy. Yea, I was wondering about him. You, know I’m not sure how good caviar and chocolate taste together” she said referring to the lump of chocolate on his plate. Both of them were in a fit of giggles by now. They remained in there spot looking around the room at they many people going about there socializing and eating the free food. Occasionally, they would spot someone worth looking twice at, and marveling at their stupidity or how much they were eating. They would point out some of these people once in a while both getting in a good laugh before moving on to the next biggest laugh. They were becoming more and more comfortable with each other. They hadn’t been this way in so many years.

They continued to watch the guests when Clark saw three guys whispering to each other and looking Lanas way. They were smiling. Clark thought they were about to come over to her. “Give me your arm” he said bending down so only she could here him.

“Why?” she asked. Clark nodded towards the guys across the room. Lana laughed. “Oh, that’s why.” She said as she linked her arm with his and they walked away towards the buffet leaving the three guys to watch in awe as she walked away. Right before they got to the buffet, Pete and Chloe rounded the corner.

“Hey guys” she said smiling as she eyed there arms. Clark and Lana instantly pulled there arms away as Chloe and Pete stiffled a laugh.

“There were these guys..” Clark began.

“Yea, we had to..” Lana said. Chloe just smiled as she grabbed Petes arm and linked it with hers.

“Yea the valet guy glued our arms like this. We don’t want to be like this!” she said as she and Pete walked to the buffet laughing hysterically. Lana and Clark just watched them walk away.

“That was incredibly awkward” Clark said. His smile was gone. Lana cleared her throat.

“You know, I think she was making fun of us.” she said, lightening up the mood.

“Clark!” said a voice behind him. Clark and Lana turned around to come face to face with Oliver Jones. Oliver took Clarks hand and shook. “So glad you made it!” he said. Clark smiled.

“Yea, this is great!” Clark said looking around.

“Oh, thank you! And you brought a friend.” he said shaking Lanas hand. “Nice to meet you..”

“Lana” she said.

“Lana” Oliver replied.

“Actually a few friends” Clark said as Chloe and Pete approached them. Oliver shook hands with Pete.

“Pete Ross” Pete said. Oliver nodded and shook Chloe’s hand.

“Chloe Sullivan” she said as she shook his hand.

“Ah, Ms. Sullivan. I’ve read your work for the Prophet. Outstanding! I heard about your ordeal. Glad to hear your alright.” he said. Chloe smiled.

“Thank you!”

“So are you all enjoying yourselves?” Oliver asked.

“Yea, Mr. Jones, this is great!”

“Please, call me Oliver” he said smiling. Oliver turned his attention to an older couple waving him to them. “Ah” he said smiling. “Truly sorry, but duty calls. Or at least, my god parents do” every laughed at his joke. “I hope to see you all again shortly. Clark, I’d like to see you about what happened the other day sometime. I’ll be in touch.” Oliver nodded at them and walked away to the couple and began laughing and shaking hands.

“Good. He wants to see us again.” Chloe said turning back to them. “This going well.” Lana nodded. They continued to talk and eat for about fifteen minutes. They were having a good time. He and Lana were really getting along well. Clark spotted the guys from earlier talking in the corner and decided to have a little bit of fun. He turned on his hearing to try and catch what they were saying. But instead he heard a faint ticking from his right. Clark looked but saw nothing. One quick check from his x-ray vision confirmed his fears.

“Everybody down!” he shouted.

A/n: A bit of a fun light Clana chapter. But remember the plot. Its still there :p Enjoy!

[dreammaster]

another awesome chapter

[MOOman0618]

Is there a bomb!! Oh no! That was a wonderfully Clana update. Post more soon!

[kewl]

awesome chapter!!!!
what did clark hear??? is it another evil plot from the luthors??? is it a bomb!!!??? can't wait for ur next post!!! PPMS!!!!

[binkys711]

what was that?! a.....bomb?!....that was a great clana chapter! glad to see they're getting closer again:)....PPMS!!!:D

[LoisNClark]

:eek:was it a bomb!!!!!!!!:eek:
loved the clana chapter!!!
PPMS!!!:D

[LuvClana]

Thanks for all the readers for reading and commenting :D I'm glad people like it :p So i'll update tomorrow. And you guys are looking at some serious Clana here. Like you've never read before! :p

[NYC300Z]

Great update!! Can't wait to find out what happens!! PPMS!!

[Kryptonite Spear]

Awesome Update!!! I LOVED The Clana Scenes, VERY Cute... :D

Update Today? YES!!! :D

[LuvClana]

Yup I plan on an update today. A really short on tho

[NYC300Z]

Yes can't wait!!

[LuvClana]

Chapter 12:

Clark made sure everyone was down before he super-sped to the room in which the bomb was occupying. When he reached it the bomb had a large number 2 on it. This was going to be easy. But as Clark grew closer and closer to the bomb, he began to grow weak. It only took him a second to realize that strapped to the bomb, was a large tube of melted kryptonite. Clark sank to his knees in agony struggling to get closer and closer to the bomb. He tried with all his might to stay in speed, or else, he wouldn’t make it in time.

He urged himself closer and closer until he was almost there. The two had formed into a one but Clark was down on his back clutching himself in pain. He was about to give up until the image of Lana poured into his thoughts. With one last fatal attempt, he rolled himself on top of the bomb and closed his eyes.

To the crowd on people in the lobby, the small vibration of the room was nothing. The room shook for a split second and then everything was silent. Everyone slowly began to stand up in question, not sure of what to do. Lana looked around as they stood up.

“What happened?” she asked. Chloe and Pete looked around. “Where’s Clark?” But there favorite flannel wearing plaid prince was no where to be seen. Slowly Oliver Jones took action and stepped to the microphone that the singer had been using earlier.

“Everyone, I’m not sure what happened, but the police are on there way. Everyone please stay calm and exit the plaza. Thanks you” The crowd slowly began to move towards the door as people began to exit the building. But not Lana Lang. Something was going on and she had to figure it out. Right before Clark shouted he had been looking to his left. Lana instantly looked to see a door in that direction. Making sure no one was watching her, she edged herself into the door way.

The room was a dining room, Lana guessed as she looked around. She scanned to room quickly as panic swelled within her. She rushed to the center of the room, tears beginning to form. She fell to the floor and rolled a face down Clark onto his back. Tears began to fall faster now as she saw the state he was in. His face was covered in ashes and his jacket was torn to pieces. His white shirt was stained with blood that was continuing to rise from his stomach and chest. He was bleeding so fast that Lana didn’t know what to do.

“Clark!” she screamed. Desperately trying to get him to wake up. “Please, no.” she said putting her hand on the side of his face. “Clark.” Clark slowly opened his eyes and looked into hers. “Clark?” Clark opened his mouth, full of blood, and struggled to talk.

“Couldn’t...let it...hurt you...” he said. Lanas tears fell harder and harder now as she leaned down to kiss him.

“Please Clark don’t leave me.” she whispered.

“I’m sorry..” Clark said. “I’m so sorry” slowly, with one last glance at the world, Clark closed his eyes and died.

A/N: OOOO bet you didn't expect that, huh! MAJOR CLIFFIE! Post more tomorrow :p Enjoy!

lol nyc you posted at the same time as me :p

[binkys711]

YOU EVIL WRITERS!!!!AHHHHH!!!! YOU TORTURE US TO MUCH!!!! I can't stand this bad news after bad news thing for much longer....

*dies*
*resucitates*
ok, i only came cack to see what the hell is gonna happen next:p

PPMS!!!

[LoisNClark]

AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH EVIL EVIL WRITERS!!!!*even though i like to do cliffy's in my stories*BUT ANYWAY EVIL EVIL PERSON

and of course the readers weren't expecting that dude:p

wow from a tc lovers view i loved the chapter but also from a clana lovers view that was soooo sad

PPMS!!!!!!!!:D

[LuvClana]

guys you know I love to leve you in cliffies :D But don't worry. This fairly predictable story will have its share of twists.

We're gonna play a little game. If you are the first person to pm me with my real name, you get free spoilers.

Hint:
is the same name as a really famous Clanan writter here :p

[NYC300Z]

Great update, why cliffies? PPMS!!

[LuvClana]

NYC is good. Name on the first try! I wont be giving out anymore spoilers but yall can still guess. Only nycs is right so far

[LoisNClark]

so none of mine were right!!:p

[linn]

ppms!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

[NYC300Z]

yay! That's what's up! :lol:

PPMS!:D

[MOOman0618]

Originally posted by LuvClana

A/N: OOOO bet you didn't expect that, huh! MAJOR CLIFFIE! Post more tomorrow :p Enjoy!


You should not be rejoicing in a cliffie!! Not fair at all! Clark can't die...no no no. You much update soon and fix this!

[Kryptonite Spear]

Wow, that was wonderful LuvClana... as for the spoilers, i don't want em, the cliffies are teasing me enough as it is, and my curiosity is stoked!!! Update Soon!!! :D

[kewl]

clark died????no it can't be!!!! :(
great update, btw but dang with the cliffies!!!! :D PPMS!!!

[LuvClana]

I can post more when I get back from my first day o' school today. C ya then!

[Karen26]

Just caught up with this story its brilliant post more soon

[kewl]

yay, another update is coming! just can't wait!!!! this gets very interesting!!!!

[dreammaster]

another awesome chapter

[LuvClana]

update in an hour

[LoisNClark]

yeah!!!!!!!!!!!!! *sits here and waits for the next hour*:p

[LuvClana]

Chapter 13:

It was is time. As his eyes closed he could feel his soul rising from his body to a better place. He felt relieved that his torture was over, that Lana was safe, and that the pain was gone. As he began to drift towards the sky, he looked down on his body and the weeping Lana hovering over him, her head burried into his chest. It pained him to see her like this. He couldn’t hear what was happening, but he suddenly began to feel his sent being violently jerked back towards his body.

His eyes shot open as he wailed in agony. It was too much pain. He just wanted it to end. It was Lana at first. She was screaming at somebody else in the room. Clark struggled to see who it was, but the pain was making it difficult.

“Stop it your hurting him!” Lana shouted as Jason Teague inched closer and closer towards Clarks body.

“Kent!” he shouted. “It isn’t your time yet!” he shouted angrily. Lana got up trying to push him away. But extended in his hand was a chuck of golden kryptonite. Clark couldn’t believe it. This must keep him alive! Clark struggled to roll onto his side.

“Jason, let me die please” Clark said. Lana was so confused. How was Jason keeping Clark alive? Jason laughed and turned to Lana.

“Get over there with your boyfriend or this goes away!” he shouted extending the kryptonite to her.

“Why would I care?” she asked violently. Jason howled in laughter.

“This is the only thing keeping your lover boy alive!” he shouted. Lana had a blank expression on her face. Confusion buzzed around her and she slowly knelt to Clarks aid. Jason slowly Walked toward Clark. Clark expected a blow, but instead Jason pulled a vile from inside of his jacket. A shiny golden liquid bubbled inside of the vile. Jason slowly looked around.

“Clark” he whispered. “Drink this. It’ll save you” he said quietly looking around. He stood up just as Lex and Lionel stormed into the room. Jason put his angry face on again and walked out of the door with his colleagues all smiling in content.

Lana knelt next to Clark slowly tears still falling from her eyes. Clark began to speak.

“I know you don’t trust him..” he struggled to speak. “But I need to drink this. Please” Clark breathed deep, trying to relieve the pain. Lana picked the vile up from the ground and opened it, not sure of why she was doing this, then brought it to his lips until he had swallowed every last drop.

The door shot open and Chloe and Pete appeared in the room.

“Oh my god” Pete breathed.

“Call an ambulance!” Lana shouted. Chloe and Pete ran outside where the fire department was stationed as Clark closed his eyes, breathing easier now. As he tried to figure out why Jason had helped him, the doctors came into the room. One doctor was trying to Make Lana get out of the way so he could work on Clark. Right before she left she whispered to him. So small but so clear. The words he had wanted to hear for almost ten years.

“I love you” she said right before Clark closed his eyes and blackness overcame him.

- - - - - - - - -

Oliver Jones stood outside of his plaza after the police had searched the entire premises.

“Mr. Jones” an officer came up to him.

“Yes, Officer” he said.

“The building and surrounding buildings are clear, sir.”

“Perfect” he beamed in relief.

“There is one thing, sir” the officer continued. “There was a highly injured guest.” Olivers smile faded.

“Who?” he asked in shock.

“Clark Kent”

A/N: Short I know, but this was the best place to stop. This story will finally start moving fast now. Be prepared :p Enjoy!

[SpeedyKate91]

good update. I wonder why Jason was helping Clark. PPMs!!

[linn]

me too..i wonder why??????ppms!!!!!!!!

[LoisNClark]

OHHH I LOVE TC!!!!:p
but that was an awesome chapter
i wonder what will happen to Clark, what oliver's reaction will be, and WHY THE HECK IS JASON HELPING CLARK:eek:

can't wait for more
PPMS!!!:D

[LuvClana]

Thanks for the comments all! I really am glad your into this? Btw, the the hell is TC? :p

[dreammaster]

another awesome chapter

[clana4ev3r]

Originally posted by LuvClana
Thanks for the comments all! I really am glad your into this? Btw, the the hell is TC? :p


tom/ clark? i'm guessing...

[LoisNClark]

Originally posted by LuvClana
Thanks for the comments all! I really am glad your into this? Btw, the the hell is TC? :p
TC = Torture Clark *evil laugh* :p;)

[NYC300Z]

very interesting development! PPMS!!

[kewl]

awesome update!!!! yeah, i was also wondering why jason helped clark??? was it because he realized that clark is the only one who can bring the luthors down??? just can't wait what happens next!!!!
PPMS!!!! :D

[LuvClana]

o0o well in that case I LOOOVE TC! Update coming when I get back from school tonight :D

[MOOman0618]

That last update was great! Interesting that Jason helped Clark with GOLD Kryptonite?? Where did he get that?! And why is he helping him? I'll bet we will find out soon!


YEA! MORE UPDATES TONIGHT!

[LoisNClark]

yeah we get another update today!!!!!!!!:D

[SVsleuth]

Hi, LuvClana, I finally started reading your story. I printed it, so I can read while my kids use the PC. I'll let you know how I like it, after I read ALL of it.

EDIT: I read ALL of your story today. I got so spoiled, not having to wait for updates. Great story. PPMS! :)

[LuvClana]

lol thanks SV! :D hope you enjoy it! :p

guys, im sorry but I can't update today. But I will have a BIG update in 24 hours. hold tight! :D

[NYC300Z]

24 hours ok i'll be checking in tomorrow for sure!:D

[Superboy2]

Here's a question. Doesn't gold Kryptonite permanetly remove a Krytonian's powers? Or maybe because Clark is almost dead, it helps him somehow. Anyways, great story. PPMS!!!!

[LoisNClark]

yeah can't wait till tomorrow!!!!!!!!!!!:D

[kewl]

where i'm at it's now Sept.8, 12:55PM so will i get the update tomorrow too???

[NYC300Z]

Well it's Sept 8th where I am too now. So the update should be on Sept 8th since she said that yesterday. It should come by 5:15 PM K-site/Eastern time and I do remember her saying she lives near the city so she should be in the same time zone as me so that's 24 hours since she said that! So i'm hoping! I get back from Queens at around 4 30 today so when I get back i'll be checking!!

[LuvClana]

ok updateing now sorry it was a little late (lots of hw)

Chapter 14:

Lana sat in Clarks hospital bed, in a chair by his side. Her head was down and she was slouched over resting her elbows on the bed. The tears had just began to not come as frequently, now that the doctors said he was in a stable condition. Now the heavy anaesthetics would just need to wear off before they could evaluate any further. It was nine o’clock in the morning, but Lana hadn’t slept a wink. She had been by his side for hours since his surgery, waiting for him to open his eyes. Waiting to see him again.

Chloe and Pete had come in to visit in the middle of the night, but they knew Lana needed her space and decided to bunk in the waiting room.

Painful memories kept flooding her mind of times she had been afraid for Clark. So many times he had saved her in the most unthinkable ways. But so many times he had been in danger. They both seemed to be magnets to danger. But that was only one of the things that made them belong together.

All she wanted to do was love him. But, he wouldn’t permit it. He pushed her away time and time again but she still could not figure out the one simple question. Why? Why had he pushed her away? Why had he acted like nothing had happened when surly he loved her to. Even if he did not return it, all she wanted to do was love him.

She sat up straight staring at a sleeping Clark in his hospital bed. A monitor slowly beeped next to her, but other than that there was silence in the room. Lana slowly took Clarks hand in hers and nodded her head down once more. “Clark” she began, still looking to the ground.

Slowly Clark opened his eyes, not sure of where he was, not alert to his surroundings. But slowly he recognized a speaking Lana to his left.

“Clark, there are so many times when you’ve rescued me from danger. I always took you for granite. I thought of you as a friend but soon, we drifted farther apart. I did and said some things that should have made you turn away but you didn’t. You were still by my side in Shanghai with the search for the stones. And yet again, you came to my rescue. I never really thought that I would ever lose you. I figured no matter what I did, you’d always be by my side. That day, so many years ago, I thought I’d lose you forever. Lex was doing his best to protect me but I knew I needed you. Forever and always. When that helicopter went down. I only thought of one thing; I’d never see you again.” tears were falling again now. Lana sniffled.

“But, we drifted apart again. Our friends ship continued but we both knew we wanted more than that. Clark, I know you said you were protecting me. But, the only thing I need protecting from is being apart from you. If that’s the case, I want you to protect me for the rest of my life. I’ve made the decision, Clark. When you pushed me away this year, my heart tore open. Everything was ripped out from the inside out. I couldn’t bare to be apart from you. I couldn’t stand the fact that you were pushing me away again. I tried to contact you so many times but it just seemed like every time I got close to you, you’d disappear again. I could see that it hurt you too. “ Lana sniffled again. Her head was still down as tear drops slid down her nose. “

If I could have one thing in this world, I’d have you Clark. You’d always be there to hold me, to love me, to be by my side. And I’d always be there for you, supporting you in every aspect of your life, loving you, and never leaving your side. I love you Clark Kent.” she said. Then she let out a nervous laugh. “This is stupid of me; talking to you. You can’t even here me. You’ll never feel the same.” she closed her eyes.

Because of all the pain in Clarks body, it took him awhile to reach his hand over to her. But, Lanas words had taken the pain away. Lana jumped up at Clarks hand gently resting on top of her head. She sat up quickly seeing a dazed Clark smiling at her. Clark was still pretty out of it so it took him awhile to open his mouth.

“I...I..l-love..” he began, but speech was difficult. Lana just laughed, crying now in joy. “Love you” he finally finished. Lana smiled as she out her hands on the sides of his face and leaned down to kiss him. Clark slowly held her closer as he kissed her. He loved her. And nothing could ever change that. Their lips parted unwillingly as Clark closed his eyes.

“You’re probably tired” she said looking down on him. “I’ll let you sleep” Lana Lang sat by his side as Clark Kent slept. Even in his sleep, she never left his mind.

A/N: short and sweet. No cliffies really because I may not be able to update till Saturday with school and all. Hope you enjoyed this very Clana Cookie filled update. Please fell free to post any question here because I know this plot is a bit confuzzling. Im not too good at my research :p Bye Bye! :D

[linn]

awwwwwwwwwwwww.........

[MOOman0618]

That was a very sweet and happy Clana Cookie! LOVED IT! I wish everybodies updates could be this full of Clana goodness!

[midnite_spark]

that was the sweetest Clana cookie EVER! Awww!!!! great update!

[NYC300Z]

very nice update! Very cute! So your going to update Saturday? Can't wait!!

[MuchaLana]

iluvClana, great stuff...love the story. yeah i am new...hello people

[SmallvilleMan]

Hello person.

[MOOman0618]

Hello new person!

[kewl]

awww that was such a very sweet Clana filled update!!!! glad that clark's ok :)
hello muchalana, welcome to the CLANA world ;)

[dreammaster]

another awesome chapter

[LoisNClark]

Awww that was such a sweet update!!!

So cute!!!

PPMS!!!:D

[Kryptonite Spear]

Damn, that was nice!!! i was listening to Everything By Lifehouse while reading that... the end of the Pilot ep came to mind... Update Soon!!! :D

[kewl]

just can't wait for the next update, so PPMS! :D

[binkys711]

*grabs kleenex*
*blows*

that was a beautiful speech Lana gave, oh curses, you have me so happy and bewildered at what she said!*wipes tears* amazing update luvclana! that was major great writing! i loved it!PPMS!!!

muchlana welcome dude! are you a fellow latino?

[MuchaLana]

binkys711, thank you! and yes i am...

[LuvClana]

update in a few hours

[binkys711]

yay! can't wait!.....

and glad to see another latino like myself:D

[NYC300Z]

yes yes welcome welcome Muchalana!:)

[clana4ev3r]

Originally posted by binkys711
yay! can't wait!.....

and glad to see another latino like myself:D

it would also be great to see another multi lingual person in her as well... *cough* thai *cough* filipino *cough* chinese*cough*

[LuvClana]

lol :D update in a few minutes, just finishing it

Chapter: 15

After three weeks in the hospital, Clark was finally ready to be released. During those weeks, he had a visitor almost every minute of the day, and it was always the same person. Lana was there every day to read to him, to watch a movie, talk, or just to be with him while he slept. Nothing could pull them apart now. The many mysteries they were planning to solve, were not making any progress, in fact they were at a complete standstill. Nothing more had happened to Oliver, nor had the Luthors attempted any more murders. Nothing had happened that is, except for one thing. A letter. Clark had received a small letter, scribbled quickly on a napkin with only a few words.

‘Meet me at the Berkley warehouse. 9.
-JT’

Lana was coming in his door just as Clark read the note for the fifth time. Clark looked up, glad to see her. She pulled a chair over, kissed him, and sat down. Clark had a worried look on his face and Lana noticed it.

“Whats up?” she asked, with her usual concerned face. Clark sat up better in his bad and showed her the note. She quickly scanned it.

“I found it in the book by my table. The one the nurse said a friend brought me.” Lana looked up.

“I wouldn’t say ‘a friend’” she said.

“I know. I think I should go. I mean, he helped me before. Besides, I won’t go snooping around bombs again” he said, attempting to lighten the mood. But, Lana didn’t laugh. She looked up again.

“No. I’m not letting you go. At least not alone.” Lana didn’t want a repeat of the pain of the first time Clark was hurt.
“You can’t come with me. I won’t put you in that danger” he said a little to fiercely. Lana looked serious.

“Then you aren’t going.” she said with a stern face, grasping his arm as if to stop him from leaving. “Clark, part of us being together, is us being together. We need to get an explanation from him. Besides, he wouldn’t ever hurt me. He said so himself.” Clark shook his head.

“No” he said. We can’t. Lana gripped him other hand as well.

“Clark, if you’d just listen to me. I can come. Pete and Chloe should come too. They need to see this too. Clark no one could ever hurt me if you’re there” she said with a slight smile at the end. Clark looked up at her.

“You’ll follow what I say, without question” he said. Lana nodded vigorously. Clark smiled.

- - - - -

Clark walked into the open room. Stacked against the walls were piles and piles of boxes filled with items in storage. Clark walked to the center of the room where a familiar man stood.

“What do you want from me?” Clark asked immediately. Jason just smiled.

“Are you alone?” Jason asked.

“Don’t avoid the question.” Clark said.

“Answer mine and I’ll answer yours.” Jason said.

“I am alone” Clark said.

“It’s a shame.” Jason began. “Your friends could hear this”

“We will” came a voice from the shadows. Lana was walking towards them, followed by skeptic Pete and Chloe. Soon, they were in the center of the room.

“Good” Jason said. “I can answer yours now. The reason I helped you; the reason why I know so much about you, is that I am the son of Jor-El” All four of them stood with their mouths open.

“What does he mean, Clark?” Clark looked worried as Lana asked this question.

“Oh, so you hadn’t told her, have you?” Jason asked.

“Tell me what?” Lana asked. Clark looked at her.

“Nothing” he lied.

I need a buffer

[binkys711]

BUFFERING!:D

[LuvClana]

“It isn’t important, I’m guessing you’ll find out eventually” Jason said. “Well to answer your question, I took a trip to the old Kawatchee caves. Jor-El was a kind host. He submitted to me the knowledge of the Kryptonians. I have some memory of my life as Jason Teague, but most is of my new life as Sol-El.” he said. Pete and Chloes mouths were hanging wider now. Clark was skeptic. He took out a gum wrapper from his pocket, and pulled out a pen. He quickly scribbled down a kryptonian symbol, meaning ‘Truth’.

Jason took it and smiled. “That is the truth” he said. “As you don’t know, what I gave you to heal was golden kryptonite. It should completely strip you of your powers, but it does indeed heal you if I add another special ingredient.” Clark was still unbelieving.

“What’s that?” he asked.

“A little thing I like to call, green kryptonite. Sorry, but that’s why you took so long to heal. But at least it made you heal in the end. This is probably hard to believe, but it is the truth. Though, I posses no powers, such as you, I am now one of the Kryptonian people. Simply in a human body. Lana was getting scared now.

“What’s going on?” she asked loudly. Clark simply didn’t hear her as he was focused on Jason.

“What’s your purpose?” Clark asked.

“To help you. Bring down the Luthors, for a start. But eventually to help you fulfill your destiny!” he said with pride.

“Destiny?!” Lana asked. Chloe just quieted her. After a minute of contemplating, Clark extended his hand, which Jason took in his to shake.

“He’s on our side” Pete whispered to a confused Lana. Just as she was going to ask another question, the doors blew open as seven big men ran into the room straight at them. Lana, Chloe and Pete were help back by a few of the men, while two held Jason against the other side of the room.

“You said you’d leave them out of this!” Jason yelled at the two guards walking slowly with guns toward Clark.

“Don’t you see” one of the guards said.”He is it!” Jason struggled with the guards trying to get away. The guards took Chloe and Pete away, leaving Lana who immediately ran towards Clark. She was pushed back easily by the main guard still holding Clark against the wall with a gun to his head. Clark knew this was no threat, but Lana couldn’t see it.

“Don’t touch her!” he shouted. The guard smiled and pointed the gun instead at Lana, who lay on the ground, about to get up. She stopped in her tracks. “No!” Clark shouted. Clark easily threw the guard holding him twenty feet into a pile of boxes. The guard with the gun was scared and pulled the trigger. Lana shielded her face preparing for an impact. But it never came. Instead, it hit a speeding Clark in the back. His nose was inches from hers as she opened her eyes staring, speechless into his. Clark just turned around, a round hole in the back of his jacket, but nothing more. The other guard ran quickly out of the room, followed by the two holding Jason. Jason ran to Clark. “Kal-El, are you alright?” he asked. Clark just looked at Lana with wide hopeful eyes. She just stared unbelieving. Suddenly, as if someone pulled her, she quickly scrambled up and ran out the door, looking back only once to a speechless Clark standing in the middle of the room, watching his love run from him. And for once in almost a month, all hope was lost.

A/N: Hope you likede this chapter :D It was longer than others :D Thanks to binks for the buffer. Enjoy!

[binkys711]

1st!

I love buffering! I don't know why:p

aww....that was so sad! Lana! come back gosh darn it! poor Clark:( but the idiot should've have already told her!:mad:

I am a little confused though....the gold-k takes Clark's powers away and that with the green-k made him heal, but how could he stop the bullet? or throw the guy without any powers?:confused: I've been kinda brain dead today:p

but anyways.....great update! I loved it! wow! can't believe Jason is a good guy! :eek: PPMS!!!

[LuvClana]

lol binks, i love when you buffer :p

to fix your confusion it says 'the gold kryptonian should strip you of your powers" so when he added the green k, instead it healed him.

[binkys711]

oh! thanxz!.....honestly i think i've been losing my mind today:( oh well....thanxz for the explanation!

and BOOYAH! i got post 200 on your thread!:D:D:D

happy 200th thread count LuvClana!:)

[LoisNClark]

Happy 200 LuvClana!!!

Awesome update and what is Lana doing she needs to get her butt back to Clark!!!!!

PPMS!!!:D

[LuvClana]

lol thanks you guys :D post more maybe tomorrow, maybe monday. I have a big idea for the next chapter so it may be super long

[binkys711]

yay! maybe i can buffer some more!:D, if i'm here anyways:\

[LoisNClark]

yeah super long, and if binks can't buffer, i'd be happy to step up the the buffering buffer challenge;)

[dreammaster]

another awesome chapter

[SpeedyKate91]

an awsome chapter. Cant wait to see what happens next.
PPMS!!!

[NYC300Z]

Just read the update Luvclana! Very interesting! Why oh why did Lana run? So sad....PPMS!!

[SVsleuth]

Very cool update! So different from the usual. Jason is helping, and Lana is confused.... Nice! PPMS! :)

[LuvClana]

lol everybody :p I told you this story'd have its twists :D

[kewl]

hi happy 210th post luvclana!!! :D
that was such an awesome update!!! i love the twist... jason is now a kryptonian in a human body??? poor clark it must've really hurt looking at the one u love ran away from u :( but it's his fault. he should've told lana a loooong time ago about his abilities and everything!!! oh well..... PPMS!!

[LuvClana]

post tomorrow. I started typing this update today and its just finished the intro (3 pages of word!) it'll be long, oh yea!

[binkys711]

hell yeah! BOOYAH! can't wait!:D

[LoisNClark]

yeah!!! LONG yeah!!!!:D
can't wait!!!!

[LuvClana]

well other than a long post ill have another surprise for you guys tomorrw :-D

[binkys711]

OoOoOo.....can't wait to see what it is!

[LoisNClark]

a surprise yeah!!!!!!!!:D

[NYC300Z]

can't wait for the long update and surprise!:D

[LuvClana]

i'll update once I get back from school :D c yall then!

[kewl]

yay, just can't wait!!! :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D

[NYC300Z]

Yes can't wait! wow kewl:D

[LuvClana]

update coming up in about an hour.

[NYC300Z]

oh shoot! I have class now and don't get out til 9! i guess i'll just have to check back then....

[binkys711]

YAY! can't wait! I'll be here to buffer!:D

[LuvClana]

lol good binky, you'll need to. May be multiple buffering sections :D

[binkys711]

oOoOoO......*squeals excitedly* yay!:D

[LuvClana]

Chapter 16:

The streets of Metropolis were very busy at it usual rush hour. The people walking the sidewalks were moving at a much faster pace than the people driving their cars and cabs. Drivers were honking madly as they did there best to inch forward in the traffic that filled all of the streets in the vicinity. Man and women hustled in and out of shops with large shopping bags in hand, looking at that ‘one last store’ before retreating home for the night. But for a city as bright in daylight then in dark, that ‘one last store’ really didn’t matter.

People casually strolled into cafes and diners awaiting a quick pastry or a coffee to bring with them on their journey homeward bound. Wind whispered at their heels as the city went about its life, no worries on their minds. Life is but a game, and the people are its pieces. Just one big monopoly game, some members hadn’t passed go enough, but others, passed go as well as other missed opportunities once too many times.

A man walked hand in hand with a small boy, no older than six, while he talked on the phone and checked his palm piolet. The little boy just looked up at his father, disappointed that their day together would include this. The boy just watched the stores as he tried to keep up with the pace his father had set. The city was nothing new to this boy, but having a day with his father, not his father and his work, would be.

A woman walked slowly on with a dog leash in one hand and a water bottle in the other. She was walking to the pace of the song she had blaring through her headphones. Unlike many of the people in the city, this walk was for her, not for anyone else. She and her golden brown retriever walked on casually, getting some fresh air.

A couple walked on the opposite sidewalk talking, smiling, and watching each other. This walk was for them. No one could rip them apart now. The couple stopped at man playing the saxophone and watched for a few minutes before the boyfriend put a crisp five dollar bill in the hat and they walked on.

Watching this all from above, was a man who had no direction in life. As he sat on top of the Daily Planet globe, he felt that if he had no direction in life, he should preserve the ones that do. The people deserved it. Sitting casually, hundreds of feet on top of a building wasn’t normal. But in the past few days, it had been. He loved to watch the city as if it was his masterpiece. It wasn’t though, but he had helped preserve its people. They deserved a life full of meaning, unlike the one he had tried and failed to achieve.

The door to the roof busted open below him, to his left. He casually looked to a confused police officer. The officer glanced over the roof before looking up to see a man sitting on the globe. It was very dangerous to sit upon the globe as it spun, a fall would be very easy.

“Superman!” the officer said surprised. He nodded.

“Hello officer.” his head turned back down to the city. The police officer continued to stare.

“We- we got a call sayin’ someone was up here. But, you can just take your time, Superman. No rush.” the officer said, doing his best to not to stutter. Superman was silent for a moment.

“See the woman down there?” he asked pointing. “She’s arguing on the phone with her sister over which one of them should visit the other first.” he emitted a small laugh. “But little does she know, her sister is boarding a plane to Metropolis right now.” Superman smiled. “And that man there.” he pointed again. “He has an appointment and doesn’t want to be late. He’s going to quit his job today. He’s tired of his boss.” Super smiled again. “They are all people. Do you have a family, officer?” he asked

The officer nodded. “Yea. A wife and two kids.” Superman smiled a nodded his head.

“If you ever need help, you know who to call.” Superman said smiling before standing up a leaping ten feet in the air, falling a few before speeding forward towards his destination. Clark flew around the city for a while, taking the long route to where he was heading. Occasionally he’d fly relatively close to the street, for just a few days ago a child had asked him to do so more often. He was used to people pointing from the street. He just smiled and continued forward.

As the sky darkened Clark flew over a tall building and hovered there for a minute before landing on the roof. Night soon fell and Clark took his spot on the roof. He sat there looking into a window in the building next to him, which extended a lot taller than the one he was positioned on. Slowly, the door inside the window opened slightly and a woman entered the room. She first put her jacket and purse by the door, and slowly sat down on her couch. She put her head in her hands and cried.

Clark knew why she cried, she had been crying every night. He knew there was something he could do, but I couldn’t face himself to do it. Clark sat their, watching her until the lights went out. Clark looked up at the sky, and with one last look to Lana, flew off into the night.

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[binkys711]

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[LuvClana]

Clark was typing his latest story; a real thriller entitled “The Whereabouts of Superman” For many reporters, this would be an article come true! But, for Clark, it was a nightmare. He had Chloe check and recheck it to make sure he didn’t type something Clark Kent shouldn’t know.

“Relax, Clark.” Chloe said for what seemed like the millionth time. “The article is completely innocent.” Clark nodded. He had tried not to snicker at some of the rumors he had to type. Doing interviews all day long was actually fairly amusing.

“I swear!” one man had said to him earlier. “He’s a machine! He isn’t a real human! I saw him screwing a bolt into his arm!” Clark nearly fell to the ground laughing after the man had left. One woman also claimed to have been on a date with the ‘handsome young lad’. Clark sniffled a laugh at this one.

Clark printed out the article, pacing into Perry Whites office to lay it on his desk. When he turned to leave, he almost smashed into Chloe. Apologizing, he walked her back to their cubicles. Clark sat, taking a sip of his coffee while Chloe typed fastly.

[binkys711]

wha? that was it?:(...oh well.....

1st!:D

[LuvClana]

((still need more buffers it said that was too long!))

[binkys711]

oh ok.....BUFFERING!:D

[LuvClana]

“So,” Clark began. “Have you talked to Lana lately?” Chloe stopped typing and looked at him.

“Clark, you’ve asked me that same question everyday for the past three years.” Clark looked at his feet. “The answer has never changed; we don’t talk much anymore. Just an occasional phone call.” Clark nodded slowly, still staring at the floor. “She asks about you, you know.” Chloe added, turning back to her computer.

“She does?” Clark asked surprised.

“Yea” Chloe said smiling. “You both can’t seem to admit that you’re in love.” Clark looked down again.

“Maybe. But I won’t let myself ever get hurt like that again.” Chloe saved her file and stood up.

“I’ve got to get back to Pete. See you tomorrow, Clark.” Clark smiled.

“You two are really happy, aren’t you?” he said with a smile. Chloe nodded.

“Yea, we are.” She turned and walked away, leaving Clark alone in the office.

- - - - - - -

Clark sped home in record time and changed into his extra suit before putting his clothes over it. He then sped to Chloe and Petes apartment to watch a movie. When Pete opened the door, Chloe was sitting on the couch. Pete greeted Clark and they all sat down.

“What’s today’s pick?” Clark asked, grabbing a cola.

“X2" Pete said excitedly. Chloe sighed.

“It’s so old!” she said.

“Hey, Clark, man. There your brothers!” Pete laughed at this and Clark just smiled.

Chloe finished the popcorn in the middle of the movie before she opened her mouth to speak.

“I still don’t get why you wear the underwear.” she said.

“That again?” Pete asked laughing.

“Hey, it’s better than the alternative!” Clark said. “ You can see clear through the blue suit in that area.” Clark commented smiling. Pete howled with laughter.

“Haha, Chloe, I though you were into me now!” Chloe gave Pete a playful slap before turning back to the movie. Suddenly, the sounds of a fire truck could be heard from the street below. Clark looked at Pete.

“Go get ‘em, man” Pete said smiling. Clark stood up, taking his clothes off, revealing the red, yellow, and blue Superman suit.

“See ya” he said, before jumping out the window.

The red cape flowed behind him as Clark flew over the fire trucks onward to his destination. The trucks turned here and there, finally coming to a halt between two tall buildings. Clark stopped in mid air. It couldn’t be. The smoke was rising from an apartment building; Floor twenty; room 5. Clark sped through the air, crashing through a window and landing on the soft carpet.

“Lana!?” he called walking into the kitchen, not stopping to put out the fire. “Lana!?” he called again searching now the bedroom. There was no one there. But Lana hadn’t left, for her purse and sweater were still by the door.

Clark looked around frantically. “Lana, where are you?” he asked loudly. He checked the closet, and under the bed before looking around, nervous. He checked the kitchen yet again, making sure to put the fire out this time. Clark grew more and more anxious as he searched for his beloved who was no where to be seen

Clark sped into the bathroom acting on instinct and scooped up a nearly unconscious Lana. ‘She had probably come in there to escape the fire’, Clark thought. Clark carried her to the window and jumped out, flying around the building holding her in his arms. He didn’t want to land.

Lana was almost out. “Who are you?” she asked softly. Clark looked into her eyes. Her heart was pure, he knew. But she had hurt him so much, tearing his heart so that it hung on one measly string, hoping not to be broken again. But Clark wasn’t willing to take the risk. Ash covered both there faces and Clark went to brush it off of Lanas angel face.

“A friend” he said slowly, leaning down to kiss her forehead. Clark looked at her once more before carrying her to the ground as Lanas world went black.

[binkys711]

more?....OoOoO....BUFFERING!:D

[LuvClana]

((more please))

ack sorry, late post

[binkys711]

BUFFERING!.....again:p....

[LuvClana]

Clark arrived back at Chloe and Petes apartment late at night, after making sure Lana was taken safely to the hospital. Lana was lucky Clark was there. He was always there for her. He needed her.

“Hey, Clark man!” Pete said when he came in. “You missed the end of the movie!” Clark had a stern look on his ash covered face.

“What happened?” Chloe asked.

“Typical fire.” he began. “Except for Lana was in it.” Chloe gasped.

“Oh my god, is she okay?” she asked. Clark nodded.

“I took her to the hospital. She’s fine. She should be released later tonight.” he paused. “But, I spoke to her.” he said slowly. “She asked who I was.” Pete came over to him.

“What did you say?” he asked. Clark looked to the floor.

“A friend.” Chloe nodded. “That is what we’ll hopefully be one day. Friends.” Clark said his goodbyes before putting his clothes on and walking home. He took a long route; it had been a long day and he didn’t feel like walking. Clark walked into his apartment and hit a button on his telephone.

“You have one new message” a female voice said.

“Hello, Clark. You thought I had forgot about you, didn’t you?” the voice of Lionel Luthor said. “I’ve got my eyes on you.”

“End of message.”

-End of Chapter 16- A/N comming up

[binkys711]

coming up?! you mean there's more?!:eek:

[LuvClana]

A/N: Hope you enjoyed Chapter 16. This chapter really took the story in a whole new direction. It takes place in the year 2012, three years since Lana ran out. Kinda a mini cliffie there. If you still think this story is predictable, think again. Did ya ever think I was maybe leading you on? lol More comming tomorrow, as well as the surprise. Sorry but I have to post the surprise tomorrow, too much homework

Special thanks to binks for putting up with my oddly sized buffers and for buffering for me :p Hope you still enjoy it :p Also a special thanks to all the readers out there, your comments make my day, so please leave some :p Peace out!

...The Soup Meister

[binkys711]

I just read the first piece...OH IDIOT! never talks to her!....and 3 YEARS! THE FRIGGIN LONG AND PAINFUL YEARS?! oh dam it!.....ok...gonna read the rest now:D......

your welcome for the buffers! it was fun:D

*sends LuvClana a bill for broken refresh and ctrl button*:p

[LuvClana]

I will take the bill willingly :D Hope you enjoy the rest :p

omg, tttb is 39 pages long on word

[binkys711]

OoOoO!!!!Clark saved Lana! and Lionel is on Clark's tail!!!! OH NO!:eek:.....that was an amazing update! I loved it! oh stupid idiots! both of them! they don't talk to each other! *sighs* great update! can't wait till tomorow! and the surprise!:D:D:D...PPMS!!!

*mumbles*
stupid HW, ruins clana fix:mad:

[LuvClana]

lol hw does ruin Clana :( Thanks for the comments you postaholic ;)

[SpeedyKate91]

awsome update cant wait for the rest. I cant belive he hasnt talked to her for three years!!
PPMS!!

[binkys711]

Originally posted by LuvClana
lol hw does ruin Clana :( Thanks for the comments you postaholic ;)
jejeje.....apparently I love to post!:p
<---------------- check out the new avi people!:D:D:D GOD DO I LOVE THE CLANA!

[linn]

I JUST READ IT AND I LUVED IT!PPMS!!!!!!!!

[LuvClana]

lol all thanks for the comments. Beleive it :p

luv the new icon binks. I'm with ya there!

[dreammaster]

another awesome chapter

[MOOman0618]

Loved the update! Very well written. I do like where this is heading. I hope Lana and Clark can reconcile.

[LoisNClark]

Loved the update!!!

Can't wait to see where this story is heading and for the surprise;)!!!

PPMS!!:D

[NYC300Z]

YEah I'm with Mooman i hope Clark and Lana can reconcile....maybe now she'll come after him....I wonder what Lionel's up to??
Can't wait for the surprise tomorrow!!

PPMS!!