*takes a deep, refreshing breath*
What a much needed bit of sunlight and fresh air! Of course, I still want to smack Lois for not seeing all of this sooner (for believing that loving Clark could ruin Superman). But better late than never. I'm hoping that there is still a spark of hope left in Clark, that maybe some part of him knows there has to be more to what he thinks is going on with Lois, that will allow him to believe her when she finally confronts him with the actual truth of what she's done. He probably won't fully trust her right away (and he shouldn't), but maybe he can give her enough benefit of the doubt to take down Tempus. (Has to be Tempus. The "duh" gave it away.)
Can't wait to read more!
