Lex strikes me as the type to severely "punish" any servant who "wastes" resources of any kind. Including being generous with food. August might seem tough, but he's likely just watching his own back.
Clark's as safe as he can get right now - snug in his room in the inn, door locked, and far from Luthor Manor. Here's hoping he's actually about to sleep before heading back to Lane Manor in the morning.
