Nicole, I have loved each part of this story. From reading this story and others of yours on the archive it is clear that you have a very in-depth understanding of Lois’ character from the first two seasons of the series.
*** “Have yourself a merry little Christmas…” ***
She broke off as music filled the air. Her favorite Christmas carol was playing. She had always thought it was so romantic and beautiful. It reminded her of countless nights as a young girl, fantasizing about the day she would listen to that song on a snowy Christmas in the arms of a man who she loved. Who loved her…
I could definitely see this as being Lois’ favorite Christmas song. It is a beautiful song, but (especially with the Judy Garland version) it has an undertone of sadness that young Lois was all too familiar with in her home life. The song holds the hope of being together with loved ones (or perhaps a particular loved one) someday, but the implication is that there is a currently a separation from loved ones.
Lois’s eyes immediately filled with tears and she looked away from her sister, her breathing heavier. She put a hand gently against her mouth, clearly trying to get a hold of herself, to remind herself that Clark had survived. Come back. That he was safe inside the Daily Planet at that very moment.
Since you have such a great sense of Lois’ character it seems that you also have a particular talent for tormenting her, but of course we all know it is for a good cause.
He just had to reconcile himself to the fact that his love for Lois Lane would always be unrequited.
At least he had that kiss, now filed away somewhere safe, so that on a cold and lonely night he could think about it and remember what it felt like to be that alive. Even if only for a moment.
Don't give up just yet Clark.
Can’t wait for the conclusion!
-Em
