I think that this instalment really illustrates the split in Lois' thinking that always drove everyone so insane when it came to this particular arc. Even though the events are different from the episode, Lois' confused conclusions are still there.
We see her being able to 'rationalize' Lex's marriage proposal as something 'positive' to her life even though she holds no real love for the man. Yet we also see her realization of how much Clark means to her and that she really wants and needs him in her life. Yet she still can't see how incompatable those two things are. And that's what drove all the gentle folcs crazy.
Here grief over the loss of Superman really needs to galvanize her thoughts regarding his warning about Lex. You show Lois thinking about his words but not coming to any conclusions regarding Lex. She does manage to confuse herself more about Clark, but she still refuses to look deeply at Lex. His 'wonderful' and 'supportive' fascade has her completely fooled. Something external has to happen for Lois to get a glimmer of the truth or all is lost.
Superman losing his powers could be considered a wham. But how it's utilized from this point on will be crucial.
Let's have some more.
Tank (who really needs to see some itelligent thought coming from Lois soon)
