Trouble is, I think Clark is better equipped to see through the false charms of a female criminal than Lois ever was with Luthor.
I disagree. Not only was Clark almost duped by Toni Taylor he (and Perry) rushed to Mindy's defense when Lois was badmouthing her in "Home is Where the Hurt Is" I believe?
I think Clark would be just as blind to competent female villainess whom he found attractive as Lois was to Lex.