It's amazing to me that even though I know the story so well your twist on this has me eagerly anticipating more, more, more!
You are building the tension nicely..looking forward to a longer part next time!
~Liz
Lois: Can I go? Clark: No. Lois: Oh come on, Clark, why do we go through this? We both know I’m going to go. Clark: Then why do you ask? Lois: I’m trying to be nice.