Originally Bernie wasn't in the story, but something just told me they would be 'right' together!
Bernie "fits" this story. After reading this part it's hard to imagine how it would have been without him.
Who says Lex discovered Clark's secret?
Lex was very intelligent and smart. In the comics he was still more brilliant. Evil, but brilliant. I don't think Clark would be able to hide his secret from him forever.
Andreia