It's Sunday (technically speaking) and I'm bored, so you all get a new chapter!

Well .... I've got some thoughts about what the title of this story now means!!!!

Really, really, really cannot wait for next chapter.

Not being able to sleep makes perfectly good sense for these two the previous night was horrible. When Lois said she could see the event happening over and over again my heart clutched.

I am very surprised Perry's reaction was not seen. Somehow, him sharing an Elvis story with her at a time like this seems very insensitive on his part. At least he's giving them a great deal of latitude to investigate Luthor and Intergang.

Bill Henderson in his own laconic manner will do what he can to help Lane and Kent. Ya gotta love that man!

Luthor did ruin just about everything for Lois and Clark. But there's still an elephant in the room and its wearing blue tights.

"Red stone".... =red K? *horns blaring*. RED ALERT! RED A LERT! RED ALERT!

Looking forward to seeing if you are right! Glad you're enjoying it!

Yeah, having both unable to sleep felt natural, plus it gave us a great opportunity for some WAFFs. I purposefully didn't write in Perry's reaction because I felt anything I could write would be inadequate. I do think of him as using Elvis stories regardless of the situation, especially when he's uncomfortable (as he would be, even in his rage toward what Lois has just gone through). It's sort of a crutch for him, I think.

Thanks for reading and sticking with it!

Bingo! (But don't tell Clark.)

Having thoughts about the title, too...so very curious to keep reading, DC!

I really enjoyed this chapter. You created an intimate and caring night between Lois and Clark--despite everything horrible that had happened to Lois that evening. I, too, felt really bad for Lois when she mentioned reliving the moments with Lex while she tried to sleep. And also, when she mentioned potentially being damaged goods to Clark. Bottom line, she really needs and is lucky to have Clark's constant support and love.

I've enjoyed how you've written Clark. The feelings for Lois he has, his worry about telling her he's Superman. How he almost slipped and told her he loved her. So curious to see when he's totally honest with her about his abilities--and I really hope Lois can understand his deception so as not to completely wreck her trust in him.

I am SO enjoying this story, DC. Will be thrilled for the next post .

Awesome job!
Laura

So much to love in this chapter! WAFF-O-RAMA that Clark is so upset on Lois' behalf that he can't sleep either. Falling asleep together on the couch was sweet and less threatening than the bed, so I could totally imagine that happening. Though with Revenge and Red K in the mix, methinks that bed will be seeing a bit of action. Better have some of the green stuff lying around when it comes time for the DNA test!

Feedback is so rewarding, isn't it?! And you'd get more of it sooner if you shortened your posting schedule. I just did the math...this won't be done until September if you only post once a week - that's torture!!! I'm already dying for the next part!

Spoiler alert too!


Ok, I think I'm missing something here... The moment before Clark was all "Oh-my-God-I'-m-so-in-love-with-you-I-would-give-my-life-for-you" about Lois, now he's almost disappointed that the lady he checked out isn't attractive enough... Is this related to the aforementioned red Kryptonite? Then why he's afraid that the rape could have spoiled his blossoming romance with Lois? I'm a bit confused...

My guess: the Red-K allowed Clark to be effected by the perfume. Revenge isn't a love potion, it only lowers inhibitions, so since Clark isn't attracted to Miranda, he's not impressed by her looks. But when he looks at Lois in the next part, I think things are going to veer away from cannon.

Uh, ok. It makes sense, actually.
Thank you!

Many thanks for the kind words! Loving that you and others are already thinking about the title and what it may mean.

I loved writing these moments between Lois and Clark. They are a pretty easy pair to write for, I think. And I love the opportunity to sneak in WAFFs where I can. I think it's a safe bet to say that Lois is going to have more love and support from Clark than she could ever hope for.

Glad you liked this installment! Will the bed see some action? Um...maaaaaaaybe.

I wish I could increase the posting schedule. But I'm only beta'd up to Chapter Six so far. I'm just a feedback junkie, so I couldn't help it that I started posting.

Clark knows he's feeling weird (the red K), so he checks Miranda out, but finds nothing out of the ordinary. He's just confused as to why he's feeling a little "off," that's all.

Yes, the red K exposure allows the perfume to affect Clark. He's overall not impressed by Miranda. But, more importantly, he feels "off" and can't place why (the red K, which he's never been exposed to before).