Chapter 2

It's easier when you're not ducking hallways and sneaking out of classrooms.

Clark's secret is a lot, but you're no longer afraid.

Yep, life was looking up.

You grin to yourself, closing your locker and you jolt at the blond right behind it who appears like a ghost.

"What the hell!!"

She smiles.

"Hi, I'm Chloe Sullivan, you must be (Y/N) Wells."

"How does she know my name! Does she work with the government? Is she trying to find out Clark's secret? I promise I'll take it to the grave Clark! TO THE GRAVE!!"

"Clark told me about you, I just wanted to say hi."

"Oh thank goodness." You exhale.

She quirks a brow. You cough, rubbing your arm.

"S-So uh Chloe you said. You run the torch right?"

"I do! Have you read my work?"

"A couple of them. It's smart to stay up to date of the crazy stuff that goes on around here. "

She nods excitedly.

"It sure is. If there's a story, I'll be there to get it. Which leads me to my next question. Would you be willing to sit down for an interview? I wanted the inside scope on what happened with Kyle."

You swallow. It's not so much you're scared. That memory is just unpleasant. Maybe she notices the uneasy look.

"Oh I'm sorry. If it's too much we don't have to. I'm sorry sometimes I just get ahead of myself." You shake your head, taking a step back. You really don't want to have this conversation. Your backtrack causes you to hit someone and they grab you by the shoulders to steady you. You turn, and to your relief it's Clark.

"Hey, are you okay?"

"Y-Yeah. Just had some bad milk this morning. " Clark releases you, then turns to Chloe for an explanation.

"I'm sorry. I shouldn't have pry. " She looks a bit guilty, and you offer a little smile.

"It's alright. You don't have to feel bad. I'm just not comfortable talking about that. I hope that's okay."

Maybe someday it won't hold such a weight. As of right now, putting that incident in the paper would be too much.

"I understand. Sorry again. I'll see you later Clark." Chloe walks away and Clark moves to your side.

"Chloe might be a little forward but she means well. "

You got the same impression. She doesn't seem like a bad person. Just very assertive. You figure that's a trademark for any good reporter.

"She's passionate about what she loves. That's commendable. When she's a big shot, maybe she'll still be open to writing my story."

Clark smiles.

"I'll put in a special request just for you." A laugh escapes your lips and he looks happy at the content expression that graces your face.

"Are you busy after school?" He steps a bit closer and you tilt your head.

"Not particularly, did you need help with something?"

You can't imagine him needing any help to be quite honest.

"No, I was just hoping we could talk."

That's strangely vague, but when he's looking at you like a puppy, you can't exactly say no.

"Okay, text me the address and I'll stop by after my club activities."

His face lights up and you find yourself smiling.

"Okay, I'll see you then."

He's still wearing a smile as he waves, leaving.

You wave back a bit awkwardly.

"This is going to be interesting."

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Your activities take about an hour. You're very curious about what exactly Clark wants to talk about. That's why you don't understand why you can't seem to get out of the car. There's really not much of a bigger bomb he can drop. There's also a very expensive car parked outside.

"I guess farm work really pays off."

Stepping out of the car, you move towards the cute little house.

As you reach the door, you knock twice.

"Coming!"

It sounds like Clark's mother. When she opens the door she's wearing a bright smile.

"(Y/N). Clark is expecting you. Would you like something to eat?" She ushers you inside and you shake your head.

"No that's okay I'm fine Mrs. Kent." His dad walks from around the corner, sending a friendly smile as he catches sight of you.

"(Y/N). It's good to see you again. How are you?"

"I'm good Mr. Kent. T-Thank you both again for what you did. It was really comforting to know that someone knew we were both in danger."

"Of course sweetheart, We're really glad everything worked out that day." Martha speaks. Jonathan moves to her side.

"Clark told us what you did. Keeping his secret."

You're a bit tense.

"S-So you both know?"

They nod.

"We've known since he was a child that he was special. You might not know this but those green meteor rocks are dangerous for Clark. They're one of the few things that can actually cause him harm. What you did saved his life."

You're a bit shocked. Because you had no idea.

"So thank you."

You nod.

"N-No problem I guess." You laugh awkwardly and they smile.

"W-Well I-I should probably go see Clark now."

"He's in the barn."

"Barn. Okay, thank you. Enjoy the rest of your evening!" You're heading out the door and out to the barn. You can't help but glimpse at the car as you pass by.

"Lex.."

That's what the plates read.

You're a bit confused, but you don't read too much into it.

Walking through the entrance, you look up.

"Clark?"

"Up here."

So you head up the stairs. You expect your puppy dog eyed friend but you're greeted with another man.

"OH MY GOSH YOU'RE LEX LUTHOR!!"

Nothing about that is subtle and he smiles. Clark looks like he's trying to hold in his smile.

"I am, and you must be (Y/N)." He holds out a hand to shake and you do, eagerly.

"You're actually bald." It slips out before you can stop it and you're immediately mortified.

"I-I'm sorry I didn't mean to- it's just that..I-I..you.."

Nothing can really save you from that.

"It's alright, I get that a lot."

You really wish another meteor would come down and strike you. If nothing but to get away from this situation.

"I should get going. It was nice meeting you Ms. Wells."

"Y-You too." You bow, you aren't sure why. It just feels necessary.

"I'll see you later Clark."

"Bye Lex."

He's already heading down the stairs and you turn to Clark.

"Smooth."

B-Be quiet!! You could have told me you knew Lex Luthor. He's like ten times more handsome in real life. What other secrets are you hiding!" He simply laughs, moving to the open window and you move to his side. His eyes track Lex as he's getting into his car to drive off. The sound of his tires echoing. Clark looks a bit thoughtful.

"You're the only one who knows."

"Know what?"

"My secret. Aside from my parents, no one knows."

"Could have given me a heads up about that too."

"Sorry."

You just shrug it off.

"They are your parents, I guess it would be weird if they didn't know. I can't imagine it being easy hiding the fact that you were affected by the meteor rocks. "

Clark becomes a bit silent for a moment. Almost like he's contemplating something. He finally seems to come to a solution, because he turns to you.

"I didn't get these powers from the meteor shower."

"What do you mean? Are you saying you were born like this?"

"Yes but it's..a little more complicated."

"More complicated than running a hundred miles a minute."

His shoulders drop in defeat.

"I'm an alien. The meteor shower, the meteor freaks, it's all my fault."

He lets it out in one quick breath and your brain tries to track everything he just said. He turns his back, creating some distance.

"Now you know everything."

He still refuses to look at you.

After discovering his powers, you were freaked out. But if you were being honest, if he was some evil maniac sent to take over the world, you're positive he wouldn't be here attending high school trying to be normal. Neither would he be displaying such guilt. It's apparent that more than anything he wants to be normal. Treated like a normal person. Have a normal life. But for him, that's impossible.

There's no assurance that you can provide for him.

So you do the next best thing.

"At least you're a cute alien."

You've been known to just blurt what's on your mind. Maybe this time it might bring him some happiness.

The statement gets the reaction you hope, because he wears a little smile.

"You're not green and you don't have black beady eyes. I'm also thankful that you're not trying to take over our planet. Wait..you aren't right?"

He just smirks.

"R-RIGHT?"

"I guess we'll never know."

"That's not funny, leave earth alone!!"

Clark burst out in a fit of laughter as you begin to list all the reasons he should not pursue world domination.