"Clark, I'll give you to the count of three to explain where you were while I went off to meet our source alone... again. One..."
At super speed: *Clark zips across the room* "I was there. I'm Superman. I saved your life. Again. Also, I love you." *Clark zips back to where he was*
*Lois absently waves her left hand to swat at whatever was buzzing over there* "... Two... Almost three..."
"Okay, I'm sorry. I... had to walk my neighbor's poodle. I promised her I'd take care of the dog while she was out of town, and the poor thing's bladder was going to burst..."
When in doubt, think about penguins. It probably won't help, but at least it'll be fun.
