For whatever reason Lois is delayed and does not arrive on time and prior to her getting to make her Why haven't you returned my calls speech Clark tries to meet Luthor with the idea of getting an interview.
Lois has not been able to do so and Clark thinking he may as well try, addressed Luthor in another language.
Luthor as we know speaks several languages, so does Clark.
Luthor is well read, so is Clark.
The conversation takes off and the two test each other on dozens of topics in several languages. Luthor promises Clark an interview the next day.
Afterwards Lois arrives, does her speech and tries for the interview and discovers Clark has stolen a march on her.
