I am so glad for this chapter
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Clark, I think, is starting to understand how HE--his two identities--creates a lot of the pain that he is feeling. That's a big step. And he's starting to cut Lois some slack for not reacting in ways he wanted her to react (when she had no basis for that wanted reaction).
Something tells me that what Lois does, what she shows Clark, in the coming chapters is going to do wonders. Clark has been 'giving' to Lois for the last year, without a lot of reciprocation. Creating more of a balance between them and their friendship, I believe, will have a huge effect on its quality.
Hopefully, better terms will lead to honesty--about double identities, and about hurt feelings. They've both been through a lot, and they need each other to move on.
Great part!!!
Laura
