Awesome story - it actually drew me out of lurkdom. I loved every part of it, and I'm totally looking forward to the sequel(s).
As a matter of fact, I even understand why Clark does not try to talk to Lois, not after you mentioned how he was beaten out of talking by Trask and Moyne in the first place.
I just hope Lois finds a way to make things right - or as right as they can possibly be for someone who has been held captive for 7 full years.
