This is a very intriguing chapter. You do a great job of showing us Clark's world, how he needs to prepare for his flight, his doubts about attending the Kerths. How will Lois react when she sees him again? Did he just up and vanish?
Clark's feelings toward her are clearly ambiguous.
These are great questions! I believe you will have your answers (at least partially) soon!
Did he leave Metropolis without talking to Lois? Or did they have an argument (about Superman?) and he left?
These are also wonderful questions. I don't know that your answers will come as soon though...
From these wonderful descriptions, I get the definite sense that Kal is not only blind, but is completely vulnerable after the 'accident'. Despite this handicap, he's neither bitter nor angry, he is merely existing, which is so unlike Clark.
This is exactly what I was hoping to convey and I am grateful for the confirmation that I did. You also have some fantastic questions; however, I cannot guarantee you will get all of your answers. We will have to see...
