“We’re having a few problems at the moment but I was shocked to hear about… Natasha?”

“I’m sorry, Lois. Recently Clark’s been finding it hard working as a one-man band, what with all his other duties. I think you’ll like her, she’s a lot like you and about your age.”

“I’ve been well and truly replaced then.”

“Clark only has eyes for you, darling.”

“So everyone keeps telling me?”

“He seems to be enjoying himself.” Perry looked over at Clark who was helping Kieran put his new train set together.

“Yeah, he’s a fantastic father and the kids love him to bits. I just wish… Oh, it doesn’t matter what I wish.”