Iolanthe - Yep, it was hard to write ... and probably hard to read too. Thanks for your many contributions.

robinson - Thanks for the FDK. I appreciate you commenting.

Artemis - *All* my toys ... well no. But some of them ... definitely. Thanks smile

Terry - Thanks for your very in-depth FDK. I'm stunned that you put so much thought into my story.

I think the revelation always has a dual factor - it affects Lois in her relationships with both Clark and Superman.

As for Franklin Hodge, Perry and Jonathan - they all have a part to play, some now, some later. Your thoughts skirt enticingly around where we are heading.

Glad you liked Sarah's nickname. I have to confess, it isn't my idea.

Sarahg - Thanks for leaving FDK even though you're tired.

Bob - Yep, it was. See below.

Kathryn - Thanks for your FDK. See below.


OK, now I had intended to post the next part tomorrow, but I feel bad about how many times I have left Lois and Clark in such turmoil. So ... I'm going to give my kids some lunch, then get back here and hopefully, get the next part posted.

Thanks to everyone for their FDK. You've been amazing.