Taivas: Wow, wow, wow. This is one of the most enjoyable Pilot rewrites I've seen in a long time!
I love this elseworlds of yours, and your "older, wiser" Clark. Love how his directness is so much better in dealing with Lois than the LnC's Clark's foot-in-mouth disease. This section was delightfully long and had a great mix of storytelling and humor.
All I need is MORE!
Hazel