Wow, Carol. Wow!
That was an incredible look into an adolescent Clark. You evoked the elation and frustration Clark clearly felt as his powers developed and he was nearing his ability to fly. One more step over the ravine and he would have been soaring.
But he knew better than overstepping the bounds.
When I read about Rachel's secret, I suspected that Lana would blab, but it also explained how Rachel and Clark ended up at the prom together. They weren't boyfriend and girlfriend--they were for a moment kindred spirits understanding the dangers of gossip and the betrayal of friends who do gossip.
Great story. Didn't need beta-reading at all. But didn't you miss my 'red' comments?
gerry
