I love this story because the revelation will be so much better.

Lois will almost have to forgive him because she told him what to do.

Wait a second...couldn't Lois make Jimmy research the guest list for the White Orchid Ball; and then Clark realizes what she is trying to do.
That could get interesting.

I think, therefore, I get bananas.

When in doubt, think about time travel conundrums. You'll confuse yourself so you can forget what you were in doubt about.

What's the difference between ignorance, apathy, and ambivalence?
I don't know and I don't care one way or the other.