Startling Revelation (NC-17) *Epilogue part 2 updated 5/21/07*

[kimbo]

Startling Revelations
Chloe/Lex
NC-17
Category: Romance, humor, AU, smut
Through Season five of Smallville. post Cyborg
Summary: Chloe discovers her feelings for Lex…

This is my very first try at writing Smallville Fan fiction. Therefore its my first time writing a Chlex fic. I hope I get the characterization down correctly since I’m slowly getting a feel for Chloe and lex, and I hope you all enjoy…

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Chapter 1

Chloe half listened to Clark as they sat on his porch swing.

“ I told Lana about what Lex did to Victor, and she still wants his friendship.”

Chloe wondered when Clark decided she was his realtionship counselor. She also wondered if Clark noticed how redundant his relationship complaints were becoming.

“He’s a liar.”

Chloe raised an eyebrow. Well if that isn’t that the pot calling the kettle black. Regardless of his reasons, She thought Clark was the biggest and the worst liar she’s ever met. It wasn’t as though she didn’t trust Clark. She trusts him with her own life. But, half of their friendship was spent with him lying to her, and half of his relationship with Lana was spent with him not revealing the truth to her. So, Clark calling Lex a liar made her think Clark was a bit of a hypocrite. Which wouldn’t be her first time.

“I don’t like the fact that she goes to lex for advice.”

Chloe could understand that. She certainly agreed with it. She didn’t appreciate Lana going to Lex about trying to get her committed into Belle Reeve. The nerve of her. Chloe didn’t care how much Lana thought she was only trying to help. It truly wasn’t her place or her business to do what she did.

“She came to see me when I was in the barn today….”

‘Oh, god. Not another barn story. Anything but that.’

Chloe really didn’t need to hear what Clark was going to say next. She already knew. It was always the same:

‘I love you Clark. Blah blah blah…don’t push me away Clark blah blah…’

It was always the same plot. Different day.

“I want to be with her, but its too complicated.”

Chloe sighed to herself, wishing she’d suddenly gone deaf. It wasn’t as though she was insensitive to Clark’s plight. She really was trying to be the best friend, and be there for him, but she couldn’t take it anymore. She was tired of being put in the middle of such a pointless relationship that was really going nowhere fast.

“I think Lex has feelings for Lana.”

‘Well, Duh!’

Lana told Chloe weeks ago that Lex Luthor was in love with her. She had been shocked to say the least. Then she had felt strangely unsettled with the knowledge of this stunning revelation. She couldn’t fathom why someone like Lex Luthor was in love with someone like Lana Lang.

Well, sure Lana was smart, beautiful, and had a hot body. But, she was also extremely self involved, judgmental, and way too self-righteous.

She and Clark are perfect for each other.

Chloe literally laughed when Lana revealed to her how she told Lex she just wanted to be friends. She found it hilarious because it was the exact same thing Lana told Clark.

Chloe also wasn’t an idiot. She knew what the ‘lets just be friends.’ line meant when it was someone like Lana Lang saying it.

For Lana, Lex is plan B. Her back up plan. He was her break incase of emergency guy. She did it with Clark when she was with Whitney, and now she’s doing it with Lex.

Chloe suddenly felt very sad for Clark. Sad Because she knew without a shadow of a doubt that Lana will end up with Lex Luthor. The more Clark pushed Lana away, the harder Lana will fall into Lex’s arms.

Her mood changed from sadness to that of irrational anger.

What was so special about Lana anyway?

Why was a complex man like Lex in love with her?

Lana was just so simple. She wouldn’t be able to handle complex. She could barely handle Clark, and despite his being an alien, he was as simple as they come.

She didn’t deserve someone like Lex. Lex didn’t need someone like her. He needed someone who understood him. Someone who would stand up to him when the time was needed. Someone who would support him instead of judge him. Someone who would except all of him. Even the scary parts.

Someone like her.

Chloe sat up startled. Where the hell had that thought come from?

“Chloe are you okay?”

She really didn’t know what was wrong with her. She didn’t know why she was angry about lex being in love with Lana anyway. She didn’t even like Lex. Sure he was kind of hot. Okay, he was extremely hot. But, it wasn’t as though she could actually have feelings for him.

“Earth to Chloe?”

Could she?

Her thoughts drifted to the summer she and Lex paired up to take down his father. No one knew how close they had become during that dreadful time. There had been nights when they would talk for hours. They had both confided in each other with issues they hadn’t told anyone. She knew she had seen Lex Luthor without all of his perfectly built defenses he seemed so good at keeping up.

She wouldn’t admit it to anyone, but she had felt somewhat special that she was the one Lex had chose to show that other side of himself to. She knew Lex wasn’t the cold and uncaring man he portrays himself to be.

He hadn’t treated her that way. Up until now that is. After everything was said and done, he had done the worse thing possible. He had completely ignored her existence.

“Chloe, will you answer me?”

That had hurt her. Chloe had tried, and succeeded, in ignoring the pain of what Lex had done. But, now she could feel the ball of hurt grow steadily larger. She didn’t know why he had done that. Was too stubborn to ask. She had briefly wondered if she had done something wrong to anger him, but she couldn’t come up with a thing.

She was so sure Lex had cared for her.

‘But you don’t suddenly ignore the people you so called cared about.’ She thought sadly.

At least she knew she had cared about Lex. A lot. She could readily admit during that summer she would get butterflies in her stomach just from hearing his voice. She could also admit she still cared for Lex. A lot

‘Oh, no.’

She could even admit she loved Lex.

‘Oh, god.’

That’s why she was so angry. She is totally crazily in love with Lex Luthor.

“Oh. My. God!” She breathed.

“What is it?” Clark asked, watching as she gathered her bag while standing up.

“Clark, I have to go.”

Clark frowned confused. “What? Now? But, I’m not done talking.”

“We’ll talk tomorrow!” She called over her shoulder as she hurried down the steps towards her car.

****

It took Chloe five minutes of driving to realize she had no clue where she was driving to. She needed to think. She was still slowly getting over the shock of finding out how she truly felt about Lex.

Why the hell had it taken her so long to figure it out? She figured she had been in some kind of denial, and Lex’s ignoring her certainly didn’t help matters.

“Fuck!” She shouted feeling frustrated. She needed to talk to someone. Someone she could trust. Someone who wouldn’t judge her.

“Lois!”

*****

“Double fuck!”

Chloe sat in her car staring at the parked car in front of her. Her eyes zoomed in on the license plate that read LEX. It would be today and just her luck that the new slash old object of her affection would be the one she would run into.

She glanced over at the Talon knowing he was in there. She had been sitting in her car for fifteen minutes trying to decide if she should go in. She knew she had to speak to Lois, but she couldn’t see Lex. Not yet. She wasn’t ready to be in the same vicinity as he. She was still freaking out at the knowledge she loved him. Seeing him would make her either run screaming from the room or faint. Maybe even both.

“Be brave Chloe. Just go in there, and head straight for Lois. Don’t even glance in his direction.”

She nodded to herself feeling confident. She glanced in the mirror so she could fix her hair. She reached into her bag, and pulled out her lipstick; puckering her lips while taking the top off. She paused, the tube in front of her lips.

“What the hell am I doing?” She asked out loud. Why was she trying to look good? It wasn’t as though he was going to notice her.

She threw the lipstick down, and reached for her bag. Taking a deep breath, she opened her car door.

******

“I need to talk to you.”

Lois smiled amused. “Hello to you too.”

Chloe frowned. “I’m serious Lois.”

Lois took on a look of concern. “What is it?”

Despite herself, Chloe slowly glanced to the far corner of the talon where she knew Lex would be sitting.

There he sat. Dressed in all black, and reading the Daily Planet newspaper; A bored expression on his face. She had never seen anyone look so good at being bored.

She gasped when he suddenly glanced up in her direction.

Their eyes met, and Chloe found herself unable to look away from his handsome face. She knew she must’ve looked like a deer caught in headlights, but Lex held a blank expression. He might as well been asleep. She felt herself grow tense when he slowly raised an eyebrow at her.

“Chloe?”

Chloe glanced back at Lois who was watching her with a worried expression.

“My break is in fifteen minutes. I’ll meet you in my apartment.”

Chloe nodded silently, and glanced back at Lex. Unsurprised to see his attention back on the newspaper; the same bored look back on his face.

****

Chloe nervously paced Lois’s apartment deep in thought. She had to be having some sort of mental breakdown.

There was no way she could be in love with Lex Luthor.

She groaned. “Who am I kidding?”

Why oh why did she have to be in love with someone so unattainable? It wasn’t as though he could love her back or find her even remotely attractive. She wasn’t even his type. She was neither tall nor brunette. She certainly was no Lana Lang.

For that she was proud of.

Chloe’s anger level suddenly rose through the roof. Why did Lana have to get everyone?

Chloe wouldn’t stand for it. Not anymore. It was high time she got what she wanted, and she wanted Lex.

She wanted Lex to love her. More importantly, she wanted to fuck the thought of Lana Lang out of Lex’s mind.

She needed to think this through. She needed a plan.

She looked up as Lois stepped inside the apartment.

“Okay girly. What was so important that you had to steal me away from my lunch break?”

Chloe grabbed Lois by the arms. “I need you to help me get Lex Luthor to fall in love with me.”

Lois’s expressions ranged from confusion to shock to that of stunned amusement. She didn’t ask why. She didn’t judge. She only shrugged.

“Okay.”

TBC- Does it suck?

[hfce]

It doesn't suck. I love it already. I can't wait to see how Chloe gets Lex to notice her. I know it will be a fun and frustrating ride.


Hope :)

[Krysia]

For Lana, Lex is plan B. Her back up plan. He was her break incase of emergency guy. She did it with Clark when she was with Whitney, and now she’s doing it with Lex.


I never actually thought of that but after you have pointed it out I see how true it is. She's giving Lex just enough hope that something could happen between them to keep him interested on one hand but on the other she told him that she only wants to be friends so it's not her fault if he thinks he has a chance. grr, I hope she ends up alone. With no Clark and no Lex just thinking about how everyone just leaves her.
I loved how Lois just agrees to help Chloe. That's a good friend to have. I can't wait to see what is the plan and if Lex really didn't pay any attention to Chloe in the Talon or was he only acting.
More please :)

[lj715]

Omg, I love it! It doesn't suck @ all. Can't believe this is your first SV fic. I can't wait to find out how Lois is going to help Chloe snag Lex.

Great Job!

[sadie kate]

Heh. Loved Lois' reaction.

[Gaia]

Chloe grabbed Lois by the arms. “I need you to help me get Lex Luthor to fall in love with me.”

Lois’s expressions ranged from confusion to shock to that of stunned amusement. She didn’t ask why. She didn’t judge. She only shrugged.

“Okay.”

TBC- Does it suck?

Let the brillian plan begin.
And it was a great start:D

[welshy]

Lois’s expressions ranged from confusion to shock to that of stunned amusement. She didn’t ask why. She didn’t judge. She only shrugged.

“Okay.”

Sounds like a Lois thing to do lol That was an interesting start, I hope there's going to be more soon :)

[teb85]

That was fantastic, I loved it ! Can't wait for more !

[hellinean]

IT DO NOT SUCK !!!!!!!

It is even a great start!!! i think it is a good idea to make Chloe realized that she has feeling for Lexy and him who dont see his own feelings for her right now ( time always help to see clearer hehe)

Okay i love this part and i love how Lois will help Chloe !!!

Please now yu have to update soonnnnnn!!!

[fussy_wuzzy]

I'm hooked. That was really, really good!!! Chloe's internal monologue is just brilliantly written. Can't wait for more :blinkkiss

[Kit Merlot]

This was a great beginning, and I think you've hit the nail on the head. WHy would such a complex man have feekings for someone as simple as Lana?

Please continue: Chloe just has to get Lex out of Lana's clutches.

[pipersmum]

That was really good I would never have know it was your first fic if you hadn't of said!!! I love it I can't wait to see how Lois helps Chloe out with attracting Lex please update again soon :D

[campbti]

This is an interesting start, I hope you continue with it.

[Goldielocks]

HEY, WHERE IS PART 2......Come on

Does it suck? what kind of question is that....of course it sucks....NOT

DAMN GIRL U DIDNT EVEN HAD TO ASK, IT ROCKED BIG TIME!!!!!!!!!!


/ / / PLEASE UD SOON

[JDS]

I love it!. Took me long enough to find it huh ;) anyway I love this story. You gotta write more soon :D

[Roundaboutgrl]

I agree with everyone else here, you should continue it; it sounds very interesting.



-K

[Redhead0214]

great so far... i really like the plot line that is there so far. Excellent!

[MagnusXXN]

Going good so far. I hope to hear more soon.




): )

[Ann]

I love it! I can't wait to see how Lois helps Chloe get Lex to fall in love with her. More soon please!

[star del mar]

That was a great start, I can't wait to see what Lois and Chloe come up with...I'm sure it'll be interesting :) But I have the feeling that it won't all be fun and games but I guess I'll have to wait and see. Update soon!

Steph*

[GivenToFly]

Hell no this doesn't suck!

Nice characterization, good flow, easy read. This was a wonderful beginning, and I'd love to see you continue.

So hopefully you'll update soon?

[sinecure]

Great beginning. Can't wait to read more! :)

[Baily007]

Oh what a wonderful start! I can't wait to read the next chapter and see what Chloe and Lois work out for a plan...

[Shane77]

Hey! That's a great start!
Can't wait for the update!

[buckles squared]

So far, so good. Of course, you have a captive audience in me as I feel exactly the same as Chloe :)

[carolannw5]

It definetly does not suck!

Great Start!

Please update soon.

[Kitty Black Cat]

Oh my god! That's really really good!!! I really love the fact that Chloe asks Lois to make Lex fall in love with her because I thought she was going to fight her feelings and ask Lois to help her think of someone else. It's cool to see a fic where Chloe isn't in self-denial. Please write more soon. I love this and I really can't wait to see what's going to happen.

[Jen1388]

Damn it, my computer must be broken again, cause I clicked on to the next page, and there's NO NEW UPDATE? What the heck happened there? Just when I was totally engrossed in this story... and... then you go leaving it there? Is anybody else experiencing this problem? But you know what Kim... I'll be willing to forgive you if you maybe... I dunno... emailed me the chapter!!! lolk. Just to clear up matters;)

Seriously though brilliant start, I can't wait to see what kind of ways Chloe goes about trying to make Lex fall in love with her! It's going to be excited!

Please update soon!

Great job hun!

[wheresthefig]

Great start so far! Update soon. :D

[tigroon]

The title is excellent. I had not tried a new story in several months, contenting myself with the updates on my three favorite, long running stories (thanks zannie and blue&sabby for the regular updates) but I felt compelled to read the start of your story because the title is SO intriguing. I am not disappointed at all. I hope we can look forward to regular and numerous updates ?
(BTW I don't watch the show anymore so I am a little confused as to what Lois is doing at the Talon. If someone could PM me with the explanation I'd be grateful).

[Chica]

I have to say it does not Suck......

You got me hooked.......I want more, so update soon!!!

[Augustine86]

Great start, loved all the explanation about her being in love with Lex, makes it all more real.

Was saddened by fact that there is no chapter two. Must remedy that ASAP.

[happybum]

meeh too, i can't wait for the next installment!

[manny]

its a great start. Lois is the best

[musicbrat_0901]

lol. i can't believe lois said ok. update soon

[ldydee81]

i am lovin' it so far :) please hurry and update again soon.

[Louie]

Loved it. It was both humorus and had character like thought processes. More soon please.

[chrisrose]

Awesome! You write Chloe's thoughts/voice so well. And I loved your insights into Lana's character...totally true analysis. I agree with you actually, Lana and Clark *are* perfect for eachother. :P

Please update soon...I can't wait to see Chloe pursue Lex... and find out what's going on in *his* head!

[kitten]

Let Operation Preserve the Sexy begin! My deepest gratitude to anyone who can explain a tiny fraction of why Lex is doing what he's doing *whispers* with Lana.

Great first chapter. Loved Chloe's over the top reaction to her sudden feelings and Lois' complete lack of reaction.

[kimbo]

Wow, thanks for all the wonderful Feedback, i'm glad you all enjoy it... This is Chapters 2 and 3, and three was extremely long so i cut some of it down and put it into two parts. I wanted to post this up before i posted up the 2nd part of chapter 3. Well here it is.

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Chapter 2

“Hello?”

“Meet me at my apartment at seventeen hundred hours.”

*click*

Chloe stared at her cell phone with a frown. It had been two weeks since she had enlisted Lois’s help. Her cousin had seemed a little too overly excited in helping her come up with a plan, but she was seriously beginning to reconsider enlisting Lois’s help. She just knew whatever it was Lois was planning was going to be a little over the top.

That phone call being the first shred of evidence.

Deciding she should try and get to the bottom of this, she dialed Lois back.

“Hello?”

“What the hell was that?”

Lois sighed. “Seventeen hundred hours is-”

“I know what it is.” Chloe cut in. “What I want to know is what’s with the military time?”

“Come on!” Lois whined. “Don’t ask questions you’ll ruin the effect.”

“The effect of what?” Chloe was becoming suspicious. “Lois, what are you up to?”

Lois paused for a long moment before: “Nothing. Just quit being so damn difficult, and meet me in my apartment at the time I requested.”

“Lois?”

“Lois?”

“Dammit!”

****
“Lois?” Chloe called as she entered the apartment.

“I’m in here!”

Chloe followed the line of clothing from the doorway to the living room with a frown. “Gee, Lois, when is the last time you cleaned this-” she trailed off, and stared in stunned silence at the sight in front of her.

Lois stood there, dressed in fitted army fatigue pants, green tank top, and black combat boots to top it off.

“Have a seat.” Lois said pointing to the chair set up in front of a covered dry erase board.

Chloe placed her bag onto the floor. “Why on earth are you dressed for world war three?”

Lois ignored her, a slight smile coming onto her face. “Welcome to the first briefing of project get Lex.” She announced pulling the cover off of the board, and Chloe laughed.

“Are you kidding me?” Chloe asked. “Lois, this is a little strange don’t you think?”

Lois glared at her. “I’ll have you know that it took me two weeks to get this together. You’re the one who asked for my help, and that’s what I’m doing. Okay?”

“I’m sorry.” Chloe said seeing she was hurting Lois’s feelings. “This is just surreal for me okay? I’ll be quiet and listen to everything you say.”

Lois still glared at her.

“I promise.” She said sincerely.

“Fine,” Lois relented. “But, one more outburst from you and I’m through.”

Chloe knew the threat was an empty one, but she nodded anyway. “No more outbursts.”

“As I was saying before being rudely interrupted. There were a number of options I’ve considered to help you with your situation.”

Chloe nodded. “Okay. Lets here them.”

Lois slapped her pointer onto the board. “First option is we could kidnap Lana Lang, drive all the wau out to Arizona, and drop her off in the middle of the Arizona Desert.”

Chloe stared at her incredulously .

“I know. I know. I figured it was a better idea to try and not get the police involved in this situation. My second option was we kidnap Lex, tie him up, and brain wash him.”

“Lois!”

Lois winced. “Okay, that would probably involve the police too. that’s why I figured we have to go about this the hard way.”

Chloe frowned. “What’s harder than those options you came up with?”

Lois smirked. “Well, I‘ve been doing a little recon on Lex and-”
“Recon?” Chloe cut in suspiciously.

“Nothing bad. I’ve just been keeping an eye on him.”

Chloe raised an eyebrow. “Keeping an eye on him?”

Lois sighed, suddenly feeling put upon. “Why do you keep repeating everything I’m saying?”

“Do you mean stalking Lois?” Chloe asked staying on topic.

Lois snorted. “If that’s what you want to call it.”

“Lois!” She hissed. “That’s because that’s what it is. You can’t follow him around like that. I’m surprised you didn’t even get caught.”

“Hey,” Lois said defensively. “My father was the king of stealth, I think I deserve a little bit more credit than that.”

“Oh Man,” Chloe groaned. She couldn’t believe what she was hearing. “This is all wrong.”

“Look, You’re the weirdo in love with Lex so I saved you from the stalking that you would’ve eventually been doing. Besides, how else was I going to find out what he does in his spare time? which isn’t a lot by the way.”

Chloe’s interest became peaked. “What do you mean exactly?”

“Well, he’s pretty boring. Doesn’t really go out much except to work or Metropolis. He has been spending a lot of time with Lana recently. I mean, a lot of time.”

Chloe glared hard at her. “I really didn’t need to hear that.”

Lois just shrugged apologetically. “Its what I’ve seen Chloe.”

Chloe turned away from her. She barely began her pursuit, and she was already feeling discouraged. She didn’t want to hear about Lana being around Lex in any way, shape, or form. That girl was slowly moving into Lex territory. She couldn’t let that happen. She had to do something before it was too late.

“You have to get him to notice you Chloe.”

Chloe turned to look back at Lois, a determined look on her face. “I think I have an idea on how.”
****

Chapter 3

“You want to do an editorial on Lex Luthor?”

Chloe nodded nervously as she followed Harrower into his office. “Yes, Mr. Harrower.”

James harrower was the new managing editor of the Daily Planet. He was one of the planet’s all-time greatest reporters. Chloe had been blacklisted all over Metropolis, including the Daily Planet, but after reading her old columns, Harrower had given her a chance and hired her as an intern. For that, Chloe was grateful.

“On what exactly?”

“Well, you remember Syntechnics?”

He nodded, sitting down at his desk. Indicating Chloe sit as well. “The lab that created cybernetic limbs? We threw that story out weeks ago.”

“Yes I know, but I’ve found out there was more to the story than what was actually researched. Not only was Syntechnics creating cybernetic limbs, but they were also creating cybernetic organs. Their first creation was the pancreas, and they were making medical breakthroughs for those who are in the early and middle stages of Pancreatic cancer. Also-”

“I get it,” Harrower cut in. “But, what does this have to do with Luthor?”

“LuthorCorp owns ninety percent of Syntechnic labs. It has generated millions of dollars to their cancer research.”

Harrower nodded. “And why do you want to do this article?”

Chloe paused, considering whether she should tell him she was in love with Lex, and how she knew this would grab his attention. She knew she that wasn’t quite the logic Harrower was going for.

“People have a right to know Lex Luthor, and LuthorCorp isn’t as shady as most people think.” God she knew that sounded lame, but she continued albeit hesitantly. “Plus, if people see an article about Lex Luthor, good or bad, they’ll want to read it.”

Harrower nodded again while rubbing at his beard thoughtfully. “Good publicity equals more paper buying. I like it.”

Chloe smiled.

“Look Sullivan, You’re just an intern, and as far as your article writing duties here go is typing up the movie time tables and reviews.”

“But?” She asked hopefully.

“But, considering you had a column here before, and it was pretty good I’ll let you do the article.”

“Thank you.” She breathed.

“Your deadline is one week. I want it done so we could put it in with the business mogul review issue.”

Chloe nodded. “One week. Got it.”

“And it better be good,” He said standing up while gathering up files from his desk. “Because if it isn’t, I’ll throw that article out before you can even blink.”

“It’ll be good,” she said standing as well. She held her hand out. “Thank you again Mr. Harrower.”

Harrower just nodded, and handed her the bundle of files. “Shred these papers will yah Sullivan.” He ushered her out of the door, and closed it shut in her face.

Chloe’s smile faded as she looked down at the large bundle in her arms. She sighed. “I love being an intern.”
****
‘LUTHORCORP FUNDS HELP MEDICAL BREAKTHROUGH
IN CANCER RESEARCH.’

Chloe smiled proudly as she framed her finished article. She had worked extra hard all last week, and she wasn’t surprised when Harrower had praised her on how good it was. She really hoped to all hell that it got the results she wanted.

“You wrote an article on LuthorCorp?”

Chloe’s smile faded slightly as she placed the newspaper back down onto her desk. She turned slightly, unsurprised to see Lana leaning over her shoulder. “Yeah.”

Lana nodded, and reached for the newspaper. “Wow,” She said as she scanned the article. “I thought Clark was mistaken when he told me.”

Chloe frowned. “Why?”

“Well, because of the past you and Lex have had, and well I didn’t think you would write an article in favor of Syntechnics when you know what really went on.”

That statement sounded like a whole lot of judgment to Chloe. “Aren’t you Lex’s friend?”

Lana looked startled by her question. “Yes. But-”

“So what’s the difference between you knowing what happened and still being his friend? and me knowing what happened and writing this article?”

“Lex knows how I feel about his involvement Chloe.”

Well of course. “And I suppose you told him so.”

Lana nodded. “Yes.”

Yes, of course. It was all so simple. Lana really didn’t get it. “Well then,” she said with a smile that didn’t quite reach her eyes. “He’ll know how I feel when he reads this article.”

****

Chloe dreaded going to visit Clark. She already knew what would be the first words to come out of his mouth.

“Chloe, why would you write this article about Luthorcorp?”

His voice held that accusing self righteous tone he used so much. The one Chloe just hated.
She sighed as she flopped down on Clark‘s couch. “What is this judge Chloe week?” Apparently her joke wasn’t funny enough for Clark to laugh at.

“I’m serious Chloe.”

“Clark-”

“How could you be in favor of Syntechnics knowing what happened with Victor? How could you be in favor of Lex knowing what he did?”

Chloe sat up with a frown. “That article said nothing about being in favor of Lex.”

Clark raised an eyebrow at her.

“Okay,” she relented. “Maybe just a little.”

“I can’t believe you would do this Chloe.”

She glared at him. “Do what Clark? My job? State the facts? Because that’s what the hell I was doing.”

Clark shook his head. “Even after everything he’s done to you? To me?”

“Clark, this has nothing to do with that, and it certainly has nothing to do with you.”

“Chloe, listen to me-”

“No, Clark, you listen. Do you even know how many lives will be saved because of Syntechnics?”

“Chloe-”

“Millions Clark. I know you and Lex aren’t friends anymore, and I know he‘s done a lot of shady things. But, I was simply doing my job. Stating my opinion. So please respect that, and don’t try and judge me.” She stood up not wanting to have this conversation anymore.

“I’ll see you around Clark.”

“Chloe?” He sounded worried. Confused.

She didn’t want to look at him. Didn’t really want to be around him at the moment. “Later Clark.”

******

“What a self righteous ass.” Chloe muttered as she parked her car in front of the Talon.

Chloe had never felt this much anger toward Clark. The nerve of him to judge her. To question her logic. He didn’t even congratulate her on such a fine article. He had ended up giving her grief instead.

He had just proven her theory that he and Lana were perfect for each other.

****

“Good morning cousin. You look particularly pissed today.”

“I am,” Chloe huffed flopping down in a seat. “Clark, pissed me off so much earlier.”

“Ah,” Lois said with a nod. “About the article?”

Chloe snorted. “What else? You’d think I did something wrong to him.”

“That’s our Clark. You want your regular?”

Chloe could already taste the caffeine on her tongue. “Please.”

“So,” Lois started as she went to work. “You hear from your stud muffin yet?”

Chloe paused before laughing. “I can’t believe you just used the words stud muffin, and no I haven’t.”

Lois smiled in amusement. “So, he is your stud muffin then.”

“Lois-”

“Anyway,” she cut in. “I’ve seen him around town-”

“You haven’t been doing that stalking thing again have you?”

Lois glared at her as she passed Chloe her latte. “No, I haven’t, and just for that I won’t tell you that he’s coming this way right now.”

Chloe froze startled. “What?”

“See you later.” Lois said with a smirk before going off to take orders from customers.

“Chloe?”

Chloe paused before slowly turning to face Lex. He stood there, hands in his pockets. Smooth, bald head. Impeccably dressed. Sophisticated and composed. His presence breathed arrogance.

“What’s up Lex?” Good. Her voice wasn’t trembling. She sounded normal even.

“That was a very intriguing article you wrote.”

She stared at him dumbly. “Was it?”

He fixed her with a critical stare before answering. “Yes. It was. It was also very surprising.”

Chloe slowly raised an eyebrow at him. “Really? Why is that exactly?”

“Because the last time I checked we weren’t exactly on the same page.”

“And the last time I checked I wasn’t as self-righteous as you’re insinuating me to be.”

Something in Lex’s eyes flashed. “I’ll get straight to the point. What do you want from me Chloe?”

“What makes you think I want something from you?”

She watched as his expression turned from bored to impatient.

“Because, whenever someone says or writes something admirable about me or Luthorcorp, they usually want something in return.”

“Well,” She laughed. “I wouldn’t exactly call it admirable.”

Even though he didn’t show it, Chloe knew the smile on her face was irritating him. “Lex,” She started in a prosing tone. “If I wanted something from you, I would’ve told you before I printed that article.”

She watched him mull her words over in his mind before standing up. “If you’ll excuse me. I have class, and I don’t want to be late.”

She moved around him before pausing, and turning to face him again. He didn’t turn around, but his posture was tense. “There is one thing you could do for me,” She said to his back. “You could buy me lunch.”

With those words, she turned and left the Talon, catching Lois’s smile as she made her way through the door.

Lois watched Lex, who still stood in the same spot. This time staring in the direction Chloe had gone. Whatever she had said to Lex had obviously left him a bit frazzled.

Lois nodded to herself. “Good Girl.”

Part 2 of chapter 3 up in a few minutes

[hfce]

That was great. Go Chloe I love how she left him speechless. :clapclap:


Hope :)

[star del mar]

See? Now Chloe knows how to get a guy's attention, none of that silly eyelash fluttering for her :) Actually it was a really good idea on her part, now I can't wait to see what Lex will have to say about lunch. Great update!

Steph*

[Kit Merlot]

These were two excellent updates:D

And yet again you've captured why Lexana will never work: Lana is too simple for Lex, and too self-righteous. Why he would want to involve himself with someone who can only see black and white, I will never understand.

I did like how Chloe didn't take any crap from Clark, either. I wish she'd do that on the show.

As for Lex, Chloe's got him right where she needs him to be--he's confused but also intrigued. Good for her:D

And your Lois is absolutely awesome--excellent work!

[lj715]

Wow, two great updates. Loved the way chapter 3 ended, leave Lex wanting more. Can't wait for the rest of chapter 3.

[hannagreen20]

I love this story. No really I love this story. I'm especially looking forward to the "NC-17" part of it. Soon? :)

[Ann]

LOL! Poor Lex just doesn't know what to say. Can't wait to see what happens next!

[kimbo]

Here's part 2 of Chapter 3

***

Chapter 3 (Part 2)

Chloe was having an exhausting week.

As a reward for such an outstanding article, Harrower had promoted her from intern to part-time reporter. She had been ecstatic with the fact that she’d have more responsibilities. She had been even more excited with the prospect of being paid double than what they paid her as an intern. But, she knew with more responsibility meant more work. She was having trouble balancing being a full-time college student and her job all at once. Just this past week she’d been investigating two stories, she’s had three papers to type for three of her classes-Top that off with midterm week, and having to study for all five of her classes, she certainly had the busiest week of her life.

Now it was Friday afternoon, and she had just finished her last class for the week-She also didn’t have to go into work today.

‘I cannot wait to rest.’ She thought, as she made her way toward her dorm room. She was going to have a snack, crawl under the covers, and- she came to a halt in the hallway, standing in shock at the sight in front of her.


It had been three weeks since she had last seen him. She had been so busy she had to put a pause on being able to continue with her plan to pursuit Lex. She barely had enough time to even think about him. That didn’t stop her though. She thought about him everyday since he had confronted her at the Talon. To say she was shocked he was standing in front of her dorm room door, looking good as always- hand poised in mid-air ready to knock, was an understatement.

He looked sleek and sophisticated, and completely out of place in Stevenson Hall of Metropolis University.

“Lex?”

He turned, looking a bit startled. She had never saw that look on his face before.

“Chloe-”

“Lana isn’t here.” She knew he couldn’t be here for her.

He must of found his cool composed defenses again because he shrugged. “I’m actually not here to see Lana.”

“Oh,” She said surprised. “Then what-” She trailed off as two girls passed them by, staring at Lex the whole way. “What are you doing here?”

He placed his hands in his pockets looking completely composed. “I’ve taken you up on your favor.”

****

Chloe hadn’t expected this. She certainly hadn’t expected him to take her up on her suggestion to take her to lunch, but he had, and she was currently stunned into silence.

Café Metropol was one of the most exclusive and expensive eateries located in arts district of Metropolis. It composed of brick walls, wood floors, and vaulted ceilings which had beautiful artwork hanging from them. They had been seated outside on the deck. Chloe had never seen a place quite as beautiful as this was.

“You look like the proverbial cat got your tongue.”

She looked up from her chicken salad ,surprised to see Lex observing her from across the table. “This place is nice, but I would’ve settled for a hotdog.”

Lex smirked at her obvious quip. “I’m not quite the hot dog type. I hope you understand.”

She shrugged . “I figured as much.”

There had never been this much silence between them in the past. They always had something to say to each other. Chloe really missed that. She looked up at him, and caught a confused look in his eyes before his face fell back into its mask of indifference.

“I take it Clark didn’t think too highly of your article.” He stated smoothly.

Chloe laughed. “Of course he didn’t. He’s kid black and white. I’d be surprise if he even knows what the color gray is.”

Lex’s expression showed surprise. “A bit harsh for someone who’s your friend don’t you think?”

“Oh please,” she said with a wry expression. “Like you haven’t thought or said it yourself.”

Lex shrugged. “Clark and I aren’t friends anymore.”

“Yes, but you were once friends. So, you had thought it once or twice.”

“Once,” Lex agreed. “Or twice.”

“See?” She said with a small smile as she took a sip of her wine.

“Why did you write that article Chloe?”

The abrupt change of subject didn’t rattle her at all. “Because it was the truth. It was how I felt. I think you and Syntechnics are doing great things for cancer research.”

He sat forward in his chair, an unreadable expression on his face. “Even knowing what went on there with Victor Stone?”

“Yes.” she replied without hesitation. “Even knowing that. Sometimes Lex, you have to look at the big picture.”

If Lex was surprised he didn’t show it. “I’ve been getting quite a few phone calls because of your article,” He said suavely. “They were rather praising.”

Chloe smiled. “Its nice when people are nice to you isn’t it? You’re welcome Lex.”

He raised an eyebrow. “I’m suppose to be thanking you for something?”
She rolled her eyes at him. “For writing the article of course.”

He looked slightly amused. “People were nice to me before that article.”

“Uh huh,” She said, clearly not believing him. “I know Luthorcorp stock is up twelve points now.”

He didn’t miss a beat. “And I’m assuming you think your article had something to do with that also.”

“I also know it was down eight points before my article came out.”

He looked bored. “Chloe-”

“I also know you took me out to lunch to thank me for writing that article. Even though you don’t want me to know that. You probably just wanted me to think that you had some sort of ulterior motive for doing such a nice deed, but I don’t think that at all. So, thanks.”

Damn she missed this. This, Verbal Judo as Lex had once called it. Once again, she had caught Lex off guard. Silenced him.

Lex blinked then: “You’re welcome.”

*****

“You don’t stick to the speed limit anywhere don’t you?” Chloe asked as Lex drove her back to her dorm.

He gave her a sideways glance. “You know you could’ve taken a taxi back-Or the bus. Public transportation is very good here in Metropolis- That was sarcasm by the way.”

She glared at him. “You’re the one who-ouch!” She hit her head as he abruptly pulled up in front of her dorm building. She rubbed her head, looking up at his smirking face. “You’re going to pay for that.”

“I highly doubt that.” He said glancing out the window.

Silence descended between them once again.

“Awkward silence number one,” She said, and he smiled. “I’ll see you around Lex.”

“Chloe?”

She paused, her hand on the door handle. “Yes?”

He turned to look at her. “Tell me a secret?”

She looked at him in surprise. ‘Tell me a secret’ was something she had made up during the summer of their friendship. Whenever an awkward silence would settle upon them, one or the other would ask that. It didn’t necessarily have to be a secret, just something the person thought the questioner should know. It was stupid, but it was theirs. She was surprised he still remembered.

“We were once friends too Lex,” She started quietly. “I don’t think you’re as bad as Clark says you are.”

She didn’t wait for a reply. Just turned away from him, and opened the car door. “I’ll see you around.”

*****
“So, he took you out to lunch.”

Chloe sighed as she lay back against her bed, phone against her ear. “Yes Lois.”

“Oh our plan is working already. You have him in the palm of your hand.”

Chloe paused. She had honestly forgotten all about that plan. “It wasn’t like that Lois.”

“Mmhmm, what top were you wearing?”

Chloe frowned in confusion. “A beige deep V lace tunic. Why?”

“The one I bought you for Christmas? The one that showed off your boobs perfectly?”

“Yes.” Chloe answered, already knowing where Lois was going with this.

Lois made a sound in the back of her throat. “And how many times did he glance at your boobs exactly?”

“Lois!”

“How many Chloe?”

“Five.” Chloe felt herself blushing slightly. “He looked at them five times.”

Lois laughed. “I knew it!”

“I’m hanging up now.”

“It doesn’t matter how sophisticated and composed he is. He’s still a man, and he likes boobs.”


“Goodbye Lois.” Chloe hung up the phone at the sound of Lois’s loud snickering.

TBC

[MagnusXXN]

“It doesn’t matter how sophisticated and composed he is. He’s still a man, and he likes boobs.”

Let me just state, for the whole of my gender, "HEY!"





): )

[jedi]

“It doesn’t matter how sophisticated and composed he is. He’s still a man, and he likes boobs.”


so like Lois. I like your Lois. She isn't gettin on my nerves like the shows' does.

[welshy]

“It doesn’t matter how sophisticated and composed he is. He’s still a man, and he likes boobs.”

So Lois, and so very true lol. I hope there's going to be more soon, this is getting interesting :)

[hfce]

BOOBS! :rofl: to funny Lois. I love how she has Lex in the palm of her hand and he doesn't even know it. Heee :D


Hope :)

[Ann]

I love the 'tell me a secret' thing that they have between them. It's nice to know that they have something that is just theirs. :)

And the boobs part! Got to love Lois!

I really love where this is going. More soon please! ;)

[lj715]

Second part of chapter 3 was great. I love the way Chloe is leading Lex by the tie & he doesn't even have a clue. Can't wait for more.

[kcsgirl82]

loved the update keep up the good work!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[katieandjason]

lolololol Lois is a hoot all the way through this story! Perfect sidekick role - fun, funny, and diverting. Also, Chloe was great during lunch. Lex is definitely going to be thinking about her for a while now, and is going to want to see her again. Good girl.

Thank you so much for those two chapters, they were well written and entertaining. I can't wait for the next update! :D

[star del mar]

Oh Lex totally has a thing for her, even if he doesn't know it yet :) It was cute to see him remember something like that so obviously their time together wasn't necessarily left in the past. I'm loving this! Great update.

Steph*

[Kit Merlot]

Oh man, but I do love this story!

I liked the "Tell me a secret" part--Lex and Chloe were friends during that summer she was in hiding, and I could see them doing this to pass through any awkward silences.

ANd Lois is absolutely right: Lex may be a suave, billionaire, but he is also a man who can appreciate the Chloevage--WOO HOO:grin3:

[LaLa]

God I love this story! Love every little thing really! just can't wait for the next part! please hurry!

xoxo LaLa

[hellinean]

I LOOVE LOVE LOVE your update!!!!!
Really it is GREAT!!!!

Lois is great, she is really fun!! And i love she 's helping Chloe !
Ahhhh Lex you dont know what are going on you ! LMAO
Oh and Lana.. pff! so LANA!! i hope she will green on jealousy!! LOL

Please i really need another great update soon!!!!!!

Oh i love the " hot dog " quote LMAO Lex and eating a hot dog is a funny pic!
and Lois and "man and boobs!" LMAO

Pleaseeeeeeeeee write some more soon!!!

[GivenToFly]

This is such a fun story! Love Lois, love the banter...loved the 'Tell me a secret' bit.

I cannot wait to read more!

[Kitty Black Cat]

Oh my GOD!!!!!! This is so so so so so so so good!!!!!!!! I really loke your story. And I love how you put Lois. I normally don't like her that much but in this fic she rules! The plot is going great, you're writting it very well and I can't wait to see what happens next!!! Please write more soon!!!!

[Augustine86]

I adore this fic! I love it, love it, love it! I think it's perfect and it makes me cry remembering it's not how it goes really on Smallville! WHY????????????????????????????

Of course, you must update soon, like yesterday or last year. And keep up Chloe's awesome characterization and the nice little details you add. I love 'em.

[Jinx_Jamerson]

This is great! Keep going!

[persephone47]

Great start, I can't wait for the next update(s). The phone call with Lois was so funny.

[happybum]

cute story and im glad that they are reviving their verbal judo. lois is just kickass in this story. keep writing please.

[chrisrose]

This is great...Lex really needs somebody on his side. I'm glad Chloe kinda forgot her "Get Lex" plan and was sincere with him...y'know...the article could've been manipulative on her part, but not if she really feels that way. Or maybe I'm just justifying it 'cause I'm for anything that will bring Lex closer to Chloe...and away from Lana!

I agree with those who like Lois better in this fic than on the show - (not that I watch the show much anymore) - and I'm glad to say I hate Lana just as much as ever! When fanfic writers make Lana nicer....it freaks me out. ;)

Thanks for making your fic funny...I've been missing funny Chlex... the Humor forum has been sadly neglected. So if I have to take some NC-17 with my Humor, I guess I can handle it. :P

[teb85]

Fantastic updates ! I love the verbal judo between Lex and Chloe and the way you write Lois is great, she really makes me laugh ! Can't wait for more !!

[kimbo]

Thanks again for all the feedback! Sorry I haven’t posted in a while. School has been keeping me busy! Here’s the next chapter. Enjoy!

Chapter 4

“Lets bring it in with a full lotus. Close your eyes, and breathe in deeply, before letting it out slowly.”


“I need to get laid.”

Chloe opened one eye, and glanced over at Lois, surprised at the exclamation. “What?”

“You know,” Lois said opening one of her eyes also. “Laid? As in Sex. I want to fuck.”

“Now move into a seated twist.”

Chloe switched positions. “That’s nice to know.”

Lois did the same. “I’m serious. Taking up yoga will eventually make us extremely flexible. What’s the point of knowing how to put your legs behind your head if you can’t show it off in bed?”

“Move into a seated angle.”

“I’m marveling at the fact that I get your point.”

Lois glared at her. “Like you haven’t thought about it once.”

“I have,” Chloe admitted as she stretched her arms out above her head. “Once or twice. But, this was your idea to do this.”

“Yeah. In case you’ve forgotten, I did this for you. You know, just in case a certain bald billionaire comes to his senses.”

Chloe just smiled. “That’ll be the day.”

“By the way. You haven’t even done what I suggested to you have you?”

“I’ve been busy.”

Lois raised an eyebrow at her. “Busy or scared?”

Chloe glared at her. “Busy. I’ve been entirely too busy to deal with this right now.”

Lois muttered something under her breath.

“Now move into a dog tilt, and slowly breathe in again.”

“What was that?”

“I never pinned you for being a coward Chloe Sullivan.”

“I am no coward.”

“You are too,” Lois taunted stretching her arms above her head. “Here you have Lex Luthor right where you need him, and what do you do? Nothing. Nada. Zip-”

“I get it,” Chloe cut in annoyed. “What’s your point?”

“My point is, you’re a scaredy cat. Too scared to do something as simple as becoming Lex’s friend, and you can’t even do that.”

Chloe knew she couldn’t deny it. She had thought long and hard about what Lois told her what she had to do next. She was afraid. She didn’t know if she could risk her feelings with Lex again. She knew she couldn’t bear to handle him hurting her again.

“Look,“ Lois started. “I know you’re a little apprehensive about all this, but sometimes, and I’m no expert on this, but sometimes you have to take risks when you’re in love. I mean gigantic risks. That is, if you want to get what you want.”

Once again, Lois was right. Chloe did want tog et what she wanted. What she deserved. She dropped her arms, and turned to look at Lois. “How do I go about doing this again?” She asked, and Lois smiled.

“Use that Sullivan charm of yours.”

Chloe frowned. “Meaning?”

“Meaning you have to do something he wouldn’t expect. I don’t know how you even talk to him. I tried verbally sparring with him, and I’m still picking my face off of the floor.”

“Oh yeah.” Chloe laughed as she remembered the ‘Muffin peddling college dropout’ label Lex had so cuttingly remarked.

She stopped laughing the longer Lois glared at her. “You have to admit. It was funny.”

“Whatever,” Lois said while reaching over to switch the television off. “Let us quit this yoga crap and grab a latte downstairs.”

“Okay. Hey Lois, didn’t you sleep with that water boy who saved your life that day at the lake?”

“I thought we agreed to never to discuss that.”

Chloe laughed some more.

****

Chloe paused in her typing as she heard the familiar whoosh of air from behind her.

“What do you want Clark?”

“There’s no sneaking up on you anymore is there?”

“Not when there’s a sudden gust of wind in a room without windows. How’d you know I was here?”

“Lana told me.”

“Of course.” She turned in her chair, raising an eyebrow at the bouquet of wildflowers in his hand. “What are those?”

Clark seemed to collect himself before holding out the flowers to her. “I’ve been calling you for a week and half, and since you didn’t want to speak to me I figured I’d come to you. I don’t want you to hate me anymore.”

“I’m sorry,” He continued, taking a deep breath. “I shouldn’t have yelled at you. I shouldn’t have asked you to put your job over me. It was wrong and it was selfish of me. I’ll try to never do it again. Please. Forgive me?”

Chloe silently stared at him. Clark really was pathetically cute sometimes, and if she wasn’t so butt crazy in love with Lex, she’d probably still be in love with him. This certainly was a first for him. The old Clark wouldn’t have even bothered to apologize. Wouldn’t even bother to see her side of things. She realized her little boy was all grown up.

She stood, taking the flowers from him. “I really want to smash these flowers over your head, but I’ll take them anyway. Plus, I never hated you,” she said softly. “I was just tired of you always judging me for doing my job.”

He nodded, and hugged her. “I know. I’m stupid like that. You’re the only friend I’ve got Chloe.”

It was the truth, and Chloe just realized that now. She tightened her arms around him, suddenly feeling very sorry for that. “I know Clark. I know.”

*****

“Ms. Sullivan, I told you Mr. Luthor is very busy.”

Lex looked up from his paperwork, and paused surprised to see Chloe barging into his study.

“Hi.” She waved over at him with a small smile.

“Mr. Luthor, I’m sorry, but she wouldn’t listen to me.”

“Its all right Helga.”

Helga nodded, and flashed Chloe a glare before turning and leaving.

“Bye Helga!” Chloe called before turning and walking further into the study.

“Hi, Lex.” She greeted, walking in front of his desk.

He sat back in his chair. “Chloe,” He started coolly. “This is a surprising visit. What brings you to this side of Smallville?”

“Well, I was just in the neighborhood, and I figured I’d come by and keep you company.” she held up a bag of food with a smile. “I bought Chinese.”

Chloe reveled in the look of surprise on Lex’s face, but it was gone just as fast as it appeared.

“Keep me company?”

She nodded. “Uh huh.”

“In case you haven’t noticed, I’m a little busy. So if you could just-”

“Yes,” Chloe cut in. “Helga told me, and by the way, I don’t think she likes me very much.”

“She just takes her job seriously.”

“Which is why you hired her.”

They both shared a small smile before she turned away with the bag of food in her hand.

“Chloe, what are you doing?” He inquired watching as she moved toward the leather chair.

“Well, I’m about to eat Chinese food.” She answered removing her jacket. “You’re welcome to have some. It is why I came by.” She flashed his confused face a smile, and sat down reaching for the bag again.

“Chloe,” He started slowly, as if here were talking to a child. “I told you I was-”

“Busy, Yes. On a Sunday afternoon. Which is pretty lame by the way.” She started pulling cartons out of the bag, chancing a glance at him and smiling inwardly at the annoyed look on his face. She didn’t care what reaction she was getting from him as long as it wasn’t his cool unmoved attitude he seemed so inclined to use.

He sighed. “Chloe-”

“Sorry,” She said cutting him off again. She reached for the chicken and broccoli along with the chopsticks. “That was rude. Look, don’t mind me. Pretend I’m the furniture. I’ll just sit here and eat quietly while you work.”

She chanced another glance at him unsurprised to see he was pinching the bridge of his nose. She grinned, and began to happily munch on her food.

Chloe’s stomach was doing some serious flip flopping, but still continued to eat, glancing at him through lowered lids. He was looking good as always. Wearing a cream colored V neck cashmere sweater that hugged his arms showing off his very nice muscles. He seemed to be taking on an air of indifference now. Ignoring her while he typed on his laptop.

fifteen minutes pass.

She wanted to groan in annoyance. She knew the question as to why she was here was eating a him. She also knew he wouldn’t ask. He’ll just sit there ignoring her until she became so uncomfortable or bored that she would just give up and leave.

He obviously must’ve forgotten who he was dealing with.

She hummed to herself as she switched cartons, placing the chicken and broccoli down for the beef lo mein. She glanced at Lex again frowning when she noticed he was now busy writing something in one of his file folders. She hummed even louder. Her frown turned to a smile when she noticed the slight pause in his writing.

Ten more minutes pass.

“You know the rumors about you are greatly exaggerated. You’re extremely boring.”

This time Lex paused completely, and slowly looked up at her. “Excuse me?”

Chloe let out a little huff. “You Lex Luthor, are boring. I mean here I am, visiting you, and you don’t even try to entertain me. You just ignore me.”

“I don’t remember inviting you over,” He said, sounding offended. “And I’m certainly not your entertainment.”

Chloe repressed her giggling. “You’re right on both, but could it kill you to be a little bit more nicer to me?”

Lex pressed his lips together tightly, and briefly closed his eyes. “Why are you here Chloe?”

She hid her triumphant smile. “Well, Lex, isn’t it obvious?”

Lex only stared at her, and she sighed.

“I told you before we were friends once. So I figured why not try and be friends again? I know you don’t have any friends,” She smirked. “Well, besides Lana, and I know a lot of terrible things happened between us, but water under the bridge right?”

Lex blinked. And blinked again.

Chloe was seriously thinking how much of a mistake she was making, but she continued on. “So, friends?”

Silence filled the room. Awful awkward silence that made Chloe’s stomach tie in knots. Lex sighed loudly before sitting forward.

“Is that Lo mein?”

Chloe started surprised. “Huh? Yes.”

He stood up, and walked from behind his desk. “Chicken or Beef?”

Chloe smiled. “Beef of course.”

He reached for the carton, and she handed him his own set of chopsticks, smiling when he sat down beside her.

Chloe watched him as he sat there. Eating slowly. Smelling really good. Looking really good. She realized how much she wanted this. Missed his friendship. She knew Lex didn’t have any friends. She couldn’t imagine how lonely It must be to live in a castle with so many empty rooms, and not have someone around to keep you company. She knew it probably sounded stupid because he was Lex Luthor, but then again he was only human, and humans get lonely. She suspected his years of loneliness, and probably constant hurt must’ve filled him with cynicism. She knew somewhere under that brittle persona of his had to be a person filled with warmth and vulnerability.

“What is it?”

She blinked, realizing Lex was watching her watch him. She cursed her stupid ability to mind babble. Sometimes she’d just stare into space, and let her mind wander on a certain subject, and she knew she probably was watching Lex as if he were a bug under a microscope. He looked wary. Uncomfortable.

She really wanted to hug him right now.

She smiled. “Nothing.”

If Lex thought it was more than nothing, he didn’t say so.

She looked around wanting to fill the uncomfortable silence. “Wasn’t there a television in here somewhere?”

Lex paused before reaching under the table, and pressing a button. A panel opened, and a forty inch flat screen came sliding up from the table.

Chloe raised an eyebrow. “Very MTV cribs of you.”

“Thank you.” He switched the television on.

Chloe’s eyes widened in surprise when she noticed the television was tuned into the Cartoon network. She watched amused as Lex quickly but smoothly switched channels.

“You didn’t see that.” He said after a few moments, and she nodded holding in her laughter for her sake.

“Of course I didn’t.”

He settled on an old black and white Twilight Zone episode. She brought her legs up under her as she lay sideways on the chair to get comfortable.

“I haven’t seen this one since I was little.”

Chloe smiled. “I wasn’t allowed to watch this show when I was little. Every time it was bedtime I always ended up crawling into my father’s bed because of nightmares. I still snuck and watched it because Pete and Clark were always talking about it the next day in school.”

She looked over at Lex to see him watching her with a small smile that made her insides flutter. She cleared her throat, and turned back to the television to where they both watched in companionable silence.

Suddenly Chloe felt her eyes grow heavy, and she had forgotten how much eating Chinese food made her sleepy.

Chloe shifted slightly, pulling the small blanket that covered her body up to her neck. Her eyes snapped open in a panic when she realized she wasn’t in her bed. She slowly sat up, and looked around her surroundings remembering she was in Lex’s study. The table had been cleared of all remnants of Chinese food, but the television was still out, but it was on mute.

“Have a good nap?”

She looked up to see Lex back at his desk writing in his file folders. He looked up at her with a small smirk.

She knew she should feel embarrassed about falling asleep, but she didn’t. She was too busy feeling touched that he put a blanket over her. “What time is it?”

“A little after seven.”

God he let her sleep for two hours?

“Why’d you let me sleep so long?”

He just shrugged. “You looked tired.”

She raised an eyebrow. She suspected he just did it so he could get back to work. “How long have you been working?”

He shrugged slightly. “Not long.”

She slowly stood, stretching her arms above her head. “I better get back to the dorm,” she muttered. “I think I have a paper to type or something.”

“Yes,” He said with a slight nod. “Don’t want to miss out on that.”

“Thank you for your hospitality.” She said while putting on her coat.

He gave her another slight nod. “My pleasure.”

She smiled at him before walking toward the door.

“I hope I don’t read any exclusives tomorrow about my watching the Cartoon Network.”

Chloe paused before turning to Lex with a smile. “No, no there won’t be any exclusives.”

She turned to go, but paused again. “Hey Lex?”

“Yes Chloe?”

“I’ll see you next Sunday.”

He was silent for a long moment then: “Okay.”

TBC

[hellinean]

I m so glad you had updated your story (i really like your story!)
but you know it is not enough .. i NEED MORE ! LOL LOL please come back soon with a new part!! :)

I like how Chloe is trying to make friends again with lex to make him fall for her hehe..
and i laughed about Lex and cartoon channel lol
and the part with Lois and yoga was too funny ( i really like Lois in your fic!!)

Please write more soon!!!!

[meg20]

I like this story and Like the way Chloe is taking control of things and she won't let lex off the hook!!!

[hfce]

I love Chloe being the boss. Lex doesnt know what he is dealing with. I am glad they are working to become friends again.


Hope :)

[lj715]

Loved the update. Nice reference to MTV Cribs (lol). So, Lex watches the Cartoon Network huh, very interesting. Can't wait to find out what the next step in Chloe's plan to get Lex is.

[deia]

I loved it...all of it...your Lois is supreme and even makes me feel a little sad i don't have any female cousins and Lex watching cartoons??? To die for! I also liked it a lot that you're taking your time and allowing them to build up to a relationship instead of just having them jump at it...friends first is definetly a nice policy...as long as it doesn't take too long hehehhe
so please update soon???
Lots of love

Andrea

[Kit Merlot]

Oh man, but I adore this fic!

I love that Chloe has Lex so thrown off simply by being his friend, and treating him kindly. He is so used to the selfish "friendship" of Clark and Lana that he doesn't kow what a real friend is.

And good for Lois for encouraging Chloe in her pursuit of Lex--she really is a great big sister.

Wonderful work:D

[asharnanae]

Well hey, I really love this fic, and i just adore the banter between lex and chloe, and chloe and lois. MORE!! please more.

And just to say, this is my first review since my bout of lurkerdom. which I have now thrown off! Yay! :)

[GivenToFly]

What a delightful update. I absolutely adore Lois in this story. That woman is funny, and she's got some great advice. Glad to see she's pushing Chloe in the right direction. And yay for Chloe taking the initiative and showing up unexpectedly at Lex's with Chinese food.


She turned to go, but paused again. “Hey Lex?”
“Yes Chloe?”
“I’ll see you next Sunday.”
He was silent for a long moment then: “Okay.”
Love love loved how you ended the chapter. Very sweet moment.

And hee, Lex watches Cartoon Network :P

[Ann]

Love the new update and how you incorporated MTV Cribs. LOL! CAn't wait to see what Chloe does next! :)

[MagnusXXN]

Ah, a fan of the cartoon network. A man after my own heart. Can't wait till the new chapter comes out.

See what Lois has to say about their little chinese/nap time adventure.

Did the nasty with fishboy, did she? Thats kinda......the guy looked like a frat truck. And not in a good way.



): )

[hannagreen20]

I love this story! Please update!

[Louie]

Oh Lois *shakes head*. Loved Chloe and Lex's little dinner


He’ll just sit there ignoring her until she became so uncomfortable or bored that she would just give up and leave.

He obviously must’ve forgotten who he was dealing with.

especally those lines. So wonderful.

We really should do away with school it only interups perfectly happy lives. ;)

[Goldielocks]

oh i've really missed this amazing fic. I love it that they r starting to become friends again, but i thought she was going to kiss him...eh well hopefully very soon, that would've def. suprised him...awesome ud

[star del mar]

Nice, I'm loving this story. I'm glad that Chloe is finally taking matters into her own hands and doing something about, she's not throwing herself at him which would most likely freak Lex out, so baby steps is all good and it worked! They hung out and now they have a weekly date :) Great update!

Steph*

[Shanna]

Great chapter. I love the plotting and planning between Chloe and Lois, but even more I love how Lex seems cautiously trustful of Chloe...if that makes any sense. More soon, please!

Shanna

[westwingwolf]

I'm liking Lex and Chloe, liking Lois, not liking Clark and Lana, so what else is new? Lois is just too funny with her whole take charge attitude. And I like that Chloe is doing what she must to get her man. And I get the feeling that Lex is liking it too. Ah Cartoon Network, I love those little quirks that fanfic writers give to our favorite characters. It makes them so human. Personally, I want to know what cartoons Lex watches. I know "Pinky and The Brain" doesn't come on the cartoon network (or I don't think it does) but I can see Lex watching that.

[starmoon]

i love this story and can't wait until lex falls in love with chloe then they can be together and happy forever. please update soon i just can't wait.

[happybum]

this is kinda like sex in the city and kind of quirky like darma and grieg but i like it, it's very cute =]

[SinnerSaint]

Aww! Poor Lex doesn't even know what hit him !

[kimbo]

Thanks again for all the feedback! I’ll try and start responding to them. There’s just so many! anyway Here’s the next part

Chapter 5

“Draw Four. And the color is green by the way.”

Chloe glared at Lex as she picked up four cards from the deck. She glared even harder at him as she noticed she had picked up four yellow cards.

Lex grinned at her as he placed his second to last card down. “Uno.”

Chloe sighed in annoyance as she picked another card out from the deck, and placed it down on top of the pile. “I’m seriously regretting teaching you how to play this game.”

“You’re just upset because you‘ve lost. Again. For the third time in a row,” Lex said, placing his last card down with a triumphant smile. “I win.”

Chloe glared as she threw her cards down onto the table. “You just won because you so diligently had to call out every time I forgot to say Uno.”

Lex just shrugged, that egotistical smirk still on his face. “Those are the rules.”

“Those are the rules,” Chloe mimicked. “You have to be perfect in everything you do don’t you?”

Lex thought for a moment before nodding. “Pretty much. Besides this game is all quite simple. it’s a strategy really. Kind of like a company takeover.”

Chloe raised an eyebrow. “Of all the egotistical- company takeover?”

Lex nodded. “Yes. You see in the beginning of every game I let you throw out all of your high cards until you have nothing left. Then I go in for the kill. It isn’t exactly how you play the game Chloe, its what you do at the end.”

Chloe laughed suddenly while shaking her head. “Only you would come up with a philosophy for something as simple Uno.”

Lex leaned forward until their foreheads were almost touching. “Out of intense complexities, intense simplicities emerge.”

Chloe swallowed nervously. Did he even know what he was doing to her by invading her personal space that way? The scent of his cologne permeated her senses and her mind. She blinked, and her eyes quickly glanced down at his smiling mouth. All she had to do was move her head. Just an inch, and their lips would be touching with a kiss that she’s been dreaming about.

The moment was over as fast as it had happened. She let out the breath she’d been holding as Lex turned away from her.

“Of course you would quote Winston Churchill.” Good, her voice sounded normal.

Lex glanced at her briefly as he walked toward his desk to grab two bottles of water. “The moment called for it.”

Chloe smiled, taking the bottle of out his hands as he sat next to her. “Doesn’t every moment?”

She put her sock clad feet in his lap, and turned to watch the television with a smile when he didn’t stiffen up or look uncomfortable like he did at the beginning of their friendship. She could tell he was getting use to her friendly touches; getting use to her being close. He always looked as if he were waiting for the other shoe to drop. Like he was expecting her to turn against him at any minute. She had to drill it into him time and time again that he didn’t have to be so on edge around her, that she wasn’t going to bite.

“Change the channel. This is boring.”

Lex easily held the remote out of her reach. “It’s the stock report.”

Chloe huffed. “Its Sunday Lex. Can’t you just forget about work for once?”

“I do. I’m with you aren’t I?” Lex seemed to pause, surprised at the words that slipped out of his mouth.

Chloe’s pout turned to a full out grin as she looked over at Lex with surprise. There was no expression on his face at all, just a bland look he showed the rest of the world. “That was uncharacteristically mushy of you.”

He glanced at her. “Yes. Well, lets keep that between you and I shall we?”

“Fine.” Chloe said still smiling. “But, I get bragging rights about it whenever you get too moody.”

“As long as you shut up, and let me watch the stock report in peace.”

“Agreed.”

Chloe settled back against the couch, glancing at Lex when his cell phone began to ring. He looked briefly annoyed that someone was calling him, but the look on his face changed as he seemed to realize who it was calling him.

“Lana, Hi.”

Chloe froze both mentally and physically as that name passed through Lex’s lips. She wasn’t normally a jealous person, but she surged with it at that moment. The way he said her name, all slow and silky. It bothered her tremendously.

“Yes, I remember that.”

She removed her feet from his lap, trying with all her might not to listen in on his conversation.

She was failing miserably.

Didn’t he know it was rude to talk on the phone when you had company? Well, she knew he was a little socially retarded, but everyone knew that. She opened her mouth to tell him so, but closed it once she heard the next words that came out of his mouth.

“Actually, right now is a bad time. No, that’s all right. Goodbye.”

Lex closed his phone, and glanced at Chloe. “You okay?”

The lie came easily to her as she nodded. “Of course.”

****

“Lane’s house of sex. I’m here to please you.”

“Lois?”

“Oh, hey cousin. What’s up?”

“We’re going to talk about your phone etiquette.”

“Oh don’t mind that. I was just avoiding someone.”

“Hmm, would that certain someone be Dan the politician?”

“Ugh! I don’t want to talk about it. That is the last time I let Martha Kent hook me up with anyone.”

Chloe laughed. “I thought you liked him.”

“I did. He’s a nice, safe, conventional guy. Then he started to speak, and I was bored to tears.”

“Mmhmm,” Chloe said. “You saw him naked didn’t you?”

Lois sighed. “I don’t want to talk about it anymore.”

Chloe held in her snickering. “Oh, Lois-”

“You can hear the frustration in my voice Chloe,” Lois cut in. “ I’m warning you to leave it alone.”

“Okay. Okay. Just one more question?”

“What?”

“Was it small?”

“Chloe!”

“I’m sorry.” Chloe giggled. She so rarely got the opportunity to rag on her cousin.

“Its not funny. My sex life has gone from pathetic to completely pathetic. I think I deserve a little bit more sympathy from you.”

“Okay, I’m sorry.”

“Now,” Lois said. “Lets make fun of your life. How is the bald billionaire? Did you guys have sex yet?”

“His name is Lex, and it isn’t like that. I’m just enjoying being his friend right now.”

“Hmm. And you’ve been friend with him how long?”

“Seven months and five days, but who’s counting?”

“You’ve been friends for seven months, and he hasn’t even made a move on you? Geez, he’s slower than I thought.”

Chloe sighed. “It isn’t-”

“Like that,” Lois finished for her. “I get it. I know you enjoy being friends with him, but I think you’d be even better friends if you two did it already.”

“Maybe,” She conceded. “But, I don’t think he’s ever had a girl as a friend. A real friend. Its nice to know that I could be that for him.”

“I’m going to cry.”

Chloe felt herself blushing. “Shut up.”

“So, what did Clark say when you told him about your not so new found friendship?”

“He looked shocked. Then he looked really sad. Then he said he didn’t like it, but he’s still my friend no matter what.”

“Wow,” Lois said. “He didn’t try and preach to you or anything?”

“No. Although he really looked like he wanted to. I think he kind of finally gets it.”

“That’s good. Hey, what about the enemy?”

Chloe rolled her eyes at Lois’s name for Lana. “She still doesn’t know, and I don’t want her to.”

“Keep an eye on her Chloe. She’s a sneaky one.”

“Bye Lois.”

“Okay. Fine. I’ve got to run anyway. I’m suppose to help Martha hire a new assistant.”

Chloe smiled. “Lets cross your fingers in the hopes that it’s a guy.”

“Talk to you later smart ass.”

*****

“Sullivan, get in here!”

Chloe glanced up from her textbook to see Mr. Harrower standing in the doorway of his office. She stood up with a sigh, wondering what she could’ve done wrong this time.

“Yes, Mr. Harrower?”

“I have an assignment for you.” Harrower passed her a folder.

Chloe took the folder, and opened it. “Platman industries,” She read. “What’s that?”

“It’s a meat packing industry down on seventh and main. I got a tip that the Metropolis police are moving in on them for running an illegal pharmaceutical drug ring. I want you to look in on it.”

Chloe stared down at the folder in front of her with a frown. “But, I don’t-” She trailed off at his look. “Okay.”

Harrower nodded, standing up. “Good. I want you to give me what you have in the next three weeks.”

Chloe’s smile didn’t reach her eyes as she stood up. “I’ll be right on that.”

“Hey, Sullivan?”

Chloe turned. “Yes, Mr. Harrower.”

“Isn‘t it about time for you to go home?”

“Yes, but I just had to get-”

“Nonsense,” he cut in. “You work too hard.”
Chloe frowned. Work too hard? Didn’t he just give her another assignment?

“But-”

“Go home, and don’t come in tomorrow. You look like shit.”

“Okay,” she said. “Thanks. I think.”

*******

“This is a surprise.”

Chloe hadn’t expected to see Lex leaning against a silver Lexus, hands in his pockets, in front of her campus building. He was impeccably dressed as usual. Wearing a black suit with a pale lavender tie. He looked cool and sophisticated. Completely unmoved.

“What brings you here?”

Lex stood up straight. “I’ve been in meetings all day today. I figured I’d come meet you on your way from work.”

Chloe raised an eyebrow as she studied him. He’d been in meetings all day? Most people came from work looking rumpled and dishelmed. But Lex wasn’t most people. She was beginning to suspect he groomed himself in between off hours to give off the guise that he always looked sharp without effort.

“Get in,” He said opening his door. “I want to show you something.”

****

“We’ve been driving for the past twenty minutes Lex. Where are we going?”

Lex glanced at her looking annoyed. “You look terrible.”

Chloe pouted. “Thanks for making my self- esteem go down ten points. I’m just tired. Plus, I think I’m coming down with something.”

Lex frowned at her. “You work too hard.”

“This coming from a guy who works on Sundays.”

Lex didn’t look amused at her usual quip. “I’m serious Chloe. Handling school and your job might be a bit too much.”

Now Chloe was annoyed. Who did he think he was? “Look Lex,” she started slowly. “I can take care of myself. My work load is perfectly healthy, and I don’t need anyone trying to tell me otherwise.”

Lex’s face suddenly went cold. His hands reflexively grasped the steering wheel. “I won’t mention it again.” He said after a long bout of silence.

Chloe stared at him. Really stared at him. Then it suddenly hit her that he wasn’t trying to tell her what to do. This was Lex worrying. This was Lex indirectly telling her that he was worried she was over doing it. Instead of appeasing him, she bit his head off.

She placed a hand on his leg, biting her lip when he looked at her startled. “Sorry,” she said quietly. “I have the whole day off tomorrow.”

She watched as he slowly eased the tenseness from his posture, and he became more relaxed. “Good.”

She smiled as the mood in the car went back to normal. “So,” she said brightly. “Where are we going?”

Lex shook his head. “You’re incorrigible.”

“But, you put up with me.”

“Unfortunately. We’re here.”

Chloe glanced up as he pulled into a construction site.

“What is this place?” She asked as she got out of the car.”

She glanced around noticing all the piles of dirt. “What is it you wanted me to see exactly?”

Lex walked to stand beside her. He waved his hand in front of them. “This. All of this.”

She raised an eyebrow. “All of this dirt?” She turned to look at him. “You’re not going to kill me are you?”

Lex frowned. “You’re a strange person.”

“Thank you. So, what is this place?”

Lex smiled. “This is the LuthoMed disease control institute.”

Chloe frowned. “LuthoMed?”

“Yes. A new division I’ve been working on for a few weeks. Disease research. Aids, cancer, anything.”

He turned away from her to look back out at all the dirt. “These facilities will be built by 2009.”

Chloe smiled. “So, let me guess. You want me to spin a story for you?”

He shrugged. “Well, eventually. But, I want you to be the first one to know about this Chloe. The first one to-see this.”

Chloe looked at him surprised and confused at the unfamiliar look on his face. “Lex?”

“I’m closing the weapons research division of Luthorcorp.”

Chloe knew that division alone was worth billions of dollars. “Why?”

He gave her a ghost of a smile. “Which answer would you like to hear?”

“The real one.”

His smile faded as he looked away from her. “I had to stop myself before I got out of hand.”

The answer was simple, but Chloe knew everything Lex said was never simple. She knew Lex had secrets. Told lies. Had done things. Questionable things. But, standing here looking at him, she could tell something had happened in order for him to make such a rash ethical business decision.

“I’m proud of you Lex.”

He looked startled, pleased, and uncomfortable all in one at her statement, and the small smile he graced her with made her insides flutter.

“Come on,” he said walking back to the car. “I’ll take you to get some lunch.”

“Good because I’m starved. Can I drive back?”

“No.”

“Why not?”

“Because I said so.”

“But, that’s not an answer.”

“Get in the damn car Chloe.”

****

Chloe stared hard at Lana’s truck parked In the castle’s driveway. She had drove into Smallville in the hopes of seeing Lex on her night off. But, instead she was standing outside debating whether or not she should just knock and interrupt whatever they were doing.

She shook her head, turning to go. She couldn’t do that, that was just rude. She walked halfway down the driveway toward her car before pausing.

“Keep an eye on her Chloe. She’s a sneaky one.”

Chloe bit her lip as Lois’s dumb words played over and over in her head. Lana was a sneaky one, and Chloe wouldn’t stand for it. She had to see what the hell was going on there.

Before she knew what she was doing, her legs were taking her to the side of the castle. “Please don’t have floodlights,” She muttered glancing around the darkened area. “Or, watch dogs.” She glanced up to where she knew Lex’s study was, frowning when she noticed the light was on.

“Okay, what to do? What to do?” She glanced around, her eyes stopping on the large tree in front of her. “Okay, Chloe. Are you really going to climb this tree?” She glanced back up at Lex’s study.

“Yes.”

She quickly began to climb with precision, thankful that two of her childhood best friends were both boys. “I can’t believe I’m doing this. Lois was right,” She muttered lifting her left arm, and pulling her right leg up. “I have finally converted to stalking.”

Deciding she was high enough, she lifted her right leg, and swung it around to straddle the tree branch. She smiled triumphantly when she noticed she had a perfect view inside Lex’s study. She moved forward as she observed the scene in front of her. Lex was behind his desk, and Lana, sitting in the chair in front of him. They were talking.

“Innocently enough.” She said, and glanced up as a loud clap of thunder was heard. She really could laugh at the luck she wasn’t having. The last thing she needed was to be rained on. The second to last thing she needed was to be shocked by lightening while sitting in this tree. Maybe that should be the last thing.

Shaking her thoughts, she leaned in even closer, squinting her eyes when she realized Lana looked upset about something. She watched as Lex stood up, and kneeled in front of Lana, placing a hand on her shoulder.

“Figures,” She snorted. “She would go to him. He throws her the best pity parties.”

She watched as Lana suddenly stood, throwing her arms up, looking confused and hurt. She watched as Lex stood up, and rested a hand on Lana’s cheek, causing Lana to look up at him. They stared at each other silently.

“No.” Chloe muttered, as she watched Lex lean forward and kiss Lana. She watched as Lana seemed to freeze, before resting her hands on Lex’s shoulders, and returning the kiss.

“Oh!” Chloe gasped leaning forward even more. “That Bitc- Ahhhh!” The tree branch cracked loudly, and Chloe went falling and falling so fast she hit the pile of dirt with a silent thud, knocking the wind out of her.

It took Chloe five whole minutes to realize that she wasn’t dead. It took her another five minutes to realize that she wasn’t paralyzed. She closed her eyes, thanking the pile of dirt and god of course. After thanking the pile of dirt and god, she remembered what she saw, and was hit with a sudden bout of deep sadness. Her night could not get any worse.

Just as that thought entered her mind, she felt it. One drop. Then two. Then three and four. The sky thundered with a frightening sound of lightening followed by the heavy downpour of rain. She could feel the dirt below her turn to mud, and she groaned out loud. The rain pelted against her face and body, soaking her. Freezing her. The sudden warmth on her face made her realize that she was crying.

She slowly tried to stand, but slipped, falling face first into the mud.

Her night definitely couldn’t get any worse.

******

“Oh my god. Chloe?” Lois stared at her wet mud caked cousin. “What happened?”

Chloe’s teeth chattered as she wrapped her arms around herself. “May I please use your shower?”

TBC

[hfce]

I really hate Lex right now. Him and Blana can pick a finger and spin and then go to hell. :mad:


Hope :nono:

[meg20]

This is so not good!! Hate that Lana, always have to get avery guy and that idiot Lex kissed her - I want to cry!!!:nono: :omg: :mad:

[Kit Merlot]

You know what? Lex is growing more and more attached to Chloe, and I know that she is going to win out in the end.

Lana is just a prety little distraction--Chloe is a challenge to him:D

And I do like how Chloe goes right to Lois for help/solace--that's really cool!

[lj715]

Great update, like this fic so much! I really liked the conversation between Lois & Chloe. " Lane's house of sex" made me lol. I really hate how Lex just falls all over Lana. Ugh. Chloe was the first one Lex took to see the new LuthoMed site though.

Chloe & Lois have two choices as I see it. One- spike Lana's lunch with a little ecoli. That'll take care of her for a while. Two- Chloe & Lois have to devise a more intense plan for Chloe getting Lex. Maybe she has to start touching him more.

Can't wait for the next chapter.

[GivenToFly]

I am so into this story. I love how you've written the relationships so far. Chloe and Lex, Chloe and Lois...the dialogue is witty and fun, and just very natural. I can't wait to see how this progresses, especially with the latest...er, development. I would freak out over the kiss, but I figure it's just a little bump in the road, right?

Though I did freak out when I totally mis-read "Lane's house of sex" as "Lana's house of sex". Ack. Heh.

Great update :)

[Ann]

NO! This can't be happening! He can't be kissing Lana! Ugh, you must come back here immediately and remedy this situation!

[teb85]

OMG!! what is Lex thinking ? I can't wait for the next update so you can fix this !! I really am loving this fic !!

[westwingwolf]

Oh Lex why do you make me hate you so? And yet I can't not love you. I'm looking on the bright side. He shared something special with Chloe, he wants her to see the good side of him. He did decide he'd rather stay with Chloe then help Lana with whatever she wanted when she called. I'm saying either Lex is confused or he is using Lana, either of which I can handle but not too long Lexy. You here me? You better make up your mind fast and it better be with the right woman.

I'm still loving Lois, she is so cool. I want a cousin like her.

Update. Update soon. Update now. I wonder if I can get that translated in Latin and made my slogan?

[hellinean]

your fic is really good!!! i 'd say poor chloe, stupid lex, funny Lois and Grrrrrrrr Lana!
no really, i really like how chloe and lex are friends but the kiss with lana..euh... disgusting, horrible !!!! I really hope Lex is going to realize how he feels for chloe and forget this stupid crush on Blana!
anyway Lois is really great! i love your Chlois !

But please, pretty pretty pretty please, update very very soon!!
you cant let your fic like this!!!!! i mean could u imagine how frustrated it is to wait for more ? :D

[Ann]

Update. Update nunc. Update iam. < Translated into Latin. :)

[letia84]

WTF did Lex do that for. I hate him right now. Update please and fix this problem.

[Shanna]

Lexana? Ickies! Oh, and poor Chloe. She doesn't seem to be having very good luck. Lexana ickiness, falling out of a tree, caught in the rain. If I had a night like that...not that I can climb a tree or anything, I'd cry too. More soon, please!

Shanna

[Augustine86]

The evil Lexana rears its ugly head again! NO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[star del mar]

Are you kidding? Lana? I still can't figure out what Lex would find even remotely attractive about her, they're just so different...besides the fact that she's just so simple, blah. I feel so bad for Chloe. Here she is trying so hard to be friend's with Lex and trying not to impose her feelings on him and it backfired, what a mess. I hope you make it all better! Great update :)

Steph*

[pipersmum]

I have just caught up with this story I can't believe I missed so many updates! I like how Chloe and Lex are building their friendship and Lois is just great the way you have wrote her!

I thought it was going to be a misunderstanding with the kiss but you wrote "Lex leaned forward and kissed Lana" so I was like how can you explain that or does he really want Lana!! :wth: I can't wait to read some more, please post again soon. :D

The only other thing I can say is 'Friends make the best lovers ;)'

[chrisrose]

You're a damn good writer...where have you been hiding? :) I searched to see if you had any other fanfic and couldn't find anything else. If this is your first fic, I have to say, WOW! I hope you write lots more. :)

Okay, what can I say about this one? I love your characterizations, love the growing Chlex bond, love that Chloe's already having an influence on Lex - adored the scene where she tells him she's proud of him. Worried that her new assignment might somehow mess up the Chlex. What if she's forced to investigate his shadier practices sometime and it ruins their friendship?! Now I'm just looking for trouble. ;) And I hope I didn't give you any ideas! Ignore my paranoid speculation, please.

And update SOON!!!!!!!!!

P.S. Here's hoping Lex only kissed The Pink Peril because it was the only way to shut her up 'cause he couldn't stand her whining or something. :P Or perhaps he was transferring a poisonous pill from his lips to hers? Clever Lex! Hey, I can dream.

[hannagreen20]

This story is absolutely hilarious! You've got to update soon! I can't wait to see what happens!

[autumngold]

This is such a great story!! But my heart is breaking for Chloe right now!! Please come back and update to make everything alright!! I just hate Lex and Lana (the selfish bitch) together!! Can't wait for more!!

[trixie mcbimbo]

You're story is really really good. So how come it's not updated yet?

by the way, that was me trying very very very hard to go right out and say: UPDATE NOW
UPDATE NOW
UPDATE NOW
UPDATE NOW
UPDATE NOW
UPDATE NOW
UPDATE NOW

Please?

[JDS]

Do you know how much I love this story!!! But you know my feelings on Lana! ewww *makes a face* You better up date soon ;)

[cnl2003]

OMG...more, I need more! Chloe cannot let Lex and Blana get away with this crap! Nooooooo! Over seven months of Chloe greatness - Chloe 'I'm an adult not an emotionally stunted 12 year old' Sullivan, and he still kisses skipper barbie!?! OK, I say this all the time (about the show and fan fiction) Chloe needs someone to start showing their own interest in Chloe! Not a trick on her part, genuine interest! You know, like in the real world where men ask out young, gorgeous, intelligent, interesting women. Maybe if she stops being so 'available' to Lex, and the jealousy card starts to work its magic, the bald one will get a clue!

[Lily]

I will not be able to go to sleep tonight if I can't find out what happens... plus I'm leaving for Vegas tomorrow and if I don't get some Chlexy goodness then I'm gonna be agonizing all weekend and that does not seem like a good way to spend my birthday :-( So I am officially begging you!

[kimbo]

Thanks again for all the wonderful feedback! Sorry for the horrible Lexana! I’m glad you all didn’t kill me lol J here’s the next chapter

Chapter 6

“Chloe Sweetie? Come on, open up the door.”

Chloe narrowed her eyes at the door as she put another giant spoon of chocolate ice cream into her mouth. It had been four days. Four days since she witnessed that horrible image of Lex kissing Lana, which caused her to fall into a depressive state of overeating.

“Chloe, I know you’re in there. I can smell you through the door.”

She ignored the loud banging on her door, turning the volume up on her television, which was tuned into the movie Ghost.

“Chloe,” Lois said in a stern voice. “Open the damn door or I’m going to break it down.”

Ignoring the threat, Chloe stuffed a cookie into her mouth.

“I’m giving you to five.”

She reached for a Drakes cupcake.

“One.”

She stuffed the cupcake into her mouth.

“I’m serious Chloe. Two.”

She reached for another cupcake.

“I’m not kidding. Three.”

Chloe rolled her eyes in annoyance, and stood up.

“Four. This is it Chloe.”

“Five.” Lois muttered when the door swung open. She stepped inside the room, and kicked the door closed with her foot. Her eyes widened in surprise as she looked over at Chloe, who was sitting on her bed, surrounded by almost every junk food known to man. Cookies and donuts. Empty bags of potato chips, cake, and ice cream.

“Chloe,” She started slowly. “What are you doing to yourself?”

“Its just so sad.” Chloe said stuffing a piece of cupcake in her mouth.

Lois nodded crossing her arms in front of her chest. “It really is.”

“I mean, Molly loved Sam so much,” She continued ,with a mouth full of cake. “They were going to get married, and then he just dies!” Tears sprang to Chloe’s eyes as she shook her head. “Love sucks!”

Lois raised an eyebrow. “Chloe, you’re starting to scare me.”

Chloe sniffed loudly. “I’ll tell you what’s scary. Being in love with someone only to have your heart ripped out and thrown away!”

“You haven’t been to class all week. Not to mention work.”

Chloe narrowed her eyes at her cousin. “I’m having a sick day. Sick week.”

Lois glared back. “Sick from what?”

“A broken heart! Sick from seeing Lana Lang’s lips touch Lex’s. Sick from seeing her enjoying that kiss. That was suppose to be my kiss. That little bitch! Oh, God. What’s wrong with me?”

Lois rolled her eyes in disgust. “That’s it! Chloe, give me that ice cream.”

Chloe glared at her as she brought another spoon to her mouth. “No,” She said her mouth full. “Its mine. Get your own.”

Lois pointed at her. “Chloe, I’m warning you. Don’t do it. Don’t-” She trailed off as Chloe put another spoon into her mouth. She stepped forward, and reached out to snatch the ice cream from Chloe’s hands. “Chloe, stop being ridiculous, and let go!”

Chloe struggled against Lois’s strong grip. “No!” she cried. “I need it.”

Lois stumbled back as she successfully commandeered the ice cream. “Look Chloe,” She started, placing the ice cream on the desk beside her. “This is crazy. This isn’t like you.”

Chloe pouted crossing her arms in front of her chest. “How do you know? Maybe this is me. I don’t always have to be strong witty Chloe. Holding in all of my hurt feelings with a sarcastic quip and a smile. I deserve to eat and pout if I want to.”

Lois eyed her with an exasperated look. “You’re acting pathetic Chloe. This is beneath you.”

Chloe narrowed her eyes. “You didn’t have to see what I saw,” She mumbled reaching for a bag of potato chips. “They were kissing Lois. Kissing! It was like I was sixteen all over again. Lana Lang has kissed someone else I’m in love with. Oh, god! I’m crying again.”

“That’s it!” Lois reached out, and grabbed Chloe by the arms; shaking her as she spoke. “You listen to me soldier-”

“Did you just call me soldier?” Chloe cut in.

“You smell, your hair is greasy, and worst of all, you let Lana see you like this.”

Chloe sniffed. “That little bitch.”

Lois shook her again. “You have to snap out of this funk. You’ve hit rock bottom. You need to get off your ass, and stop acting like a pathetic little cry baby.”

Chloe shook her head. “But, I can’t.” She said quietly. “Lana has her pink little claws in him.”

Lois groaned in frustration. “So what if they kissed. You’re Lex’s best friend remember. You understand him. Lana can’t even to begin to understand someone like him Chloe. You told me this remember?”

“Yes, but-”

“No buts,” Lois continued with conviction. “You’re a beautiful, intelligent, strong woman. You’re Chloe Sullivan dammit!”

Chloe frowned. “I am?”

“Hell yes! You’ve done the impossible of becoming Lex Luthor’s best friend Chloe. You’ve been tiptoeing around what you want for almost eight months. You have to turn up the heat. Bring out the big guns.”

For some reason, that scared Chloe. “What if I scare him off?”

Lois rolled her eyes. “Do you want me to give you the boobs speech again?”

Chloe smile softly. “No, that’s okay.” She looked around her side of the room. “God, what have I been doing to myself?”

Lois moved the pile of snacks as she sat next to Chloe. “Yeah, it is pretty pathetic.”

Chloe smiled embarrassed. “Could you do me a favor and stop using the word pathetic.”

Lois pursed her lips. “How about sad then? Or pitiful? Or even-”

“Shut up.”

“So, now that you’re no longer suffering from a nervous break down. What’s next?”

Chloe stood up. “I’m going to stop being so scared. Take a picture because the next time you see me I’ll be a whole new Chloe.”

Lois smiled reaching for a cookie. “I hope it’s a cleaner non stinky version.”

Chloe laughed reaching for her towel. “Lois? You don’t think I’m manipulating Lex do you?”

Lois looked up, breaking her sudden interest in the junk food around her. “What do you mean?”

Chloe shrugged. “Just, this plan you know? Writing the article, and becoming his friend. Not to mention what I’m planning on doing next.”

Lois smiled in understanding. “I kind of figured you’d ask me that eventually. Look Chloe, you were pretty genuine about what you said in that article right?”

Chloe nodded. “Of course I was.”

“And I know you are sincere about being Lex’s friend. You can’t manipulate someone into falling in love with you. I mean, sure you can do subtle things to get them to notice you, but actually manipulating? I don’t think so. You can’t do that to someone like Lex. Actually, I don’t think you can do that to anyone. Well, Unless, you’re Lana Lang.”

Chloe smiled at that.

“Now grab a towel, and get your smelly self into the shower. I’ll clean this mess up for you.”

Chloe frowned. “I don’t smell that bad.” She said lifting her shirt, and sniffing. She frowned. “Okay, maybe I do.” She said reaching for her towel and toiletries. She paused in the doorway. “Thanks Lois.”

Lois waved her off. “What are cousins for? Now get going. You’re burning my nose hairs.”

“You’re hilarious.”

*****

“Ms. Sullivan, it’s a pleasure to see you this evening.”

Chloe smiled at Helga. Somewhere over the course of the eight months of her friendship with Lex, she and Helga had come to some sort of understanding. Chloe didn’t really know why the woman hadn’t liked her in the beginning, but the more she came around the more Helga seemed to become more and more friendlier. Chloe was grateful for that because frankly a mean Helga scared her.

“Hello, Helga. Is Lex-”

“Mr. Luthor is in his study. You can go right in.” Helga smiled at her as they walked down the hall. “He’s been asking about you.”

Chloe smiled, pleased with this new information. “Really?”

Helga nodded. “Of course. Go right in.”

“Thank you.”

Chloe stood in the doorway, silently observing Lex, who was currently bent over a bunch of open file folders on his desk. She always liked watching him when he was working. Liked how relaxed he looked when he thought no one was around. Plus, she liked she could always sneak up on him without his notice, and she always got a little thrill out of it with the knowledge that it annoyed him.

“Good evening Lex,” she said smiling when he looked up slightly startled. She smiled inside when she noticed his eyes scan her from head to toe. She silently thanked Lois for forcing her to wear such a somewhat revealing dress. She had on a red Sweetees Tessa V neck dress with a cute smocking at the stomach; down to the waist. It hugged her curves perfectly, and Lois sacrificed by letting her wear a stylish pairs of jeans underneath.

Lex blinked, seemingly coming out of whatever thoughts he‘d been in. “How long have you been standing there?”

Chloe shrugged as she walked further into the room, stooping in front of his desk. “A minute or two.”

He gave her a slightly disgruntled look. “Its very unsettling when you stand there watching me without me knowing.”

She grinned. “All the more reason for me to do it. Am I interrupting your plans for world domination?”

He looked down at all the folders then back up at her with a small smile. “No. My plans can wait. What’s that you have there?”

She held up the two bags. “I rented some movies, and bought some food. I know how you like to forget to eat while working.”

“You know me too well,” He said standing up. He ushered her over toward the couch. “I can use the break.”

Chloe gasped in mock surprise. “Lex Luthor taking a break from work to relax? Who’s ever heard of such a thing?”

He shrugged slightly. “You’re rubbing off on me I guess.”

Chloe slowly raised an eyebrow. “I hope there’s more I’ll be rubbing off on.” She felt her eyes widen in shock, and her face heat up. Did those words actually come out of her mouth? She didn’t mean to say that out loud. She actually thought it, but it was as though her brain just forced the words from her mouth. She slowly looked at Lex to see him watching her with a look she couldn’t describe. That awful uncomfortable silence rose up between them, and Chloe found herself unable to look away from him. She had no excuse to cover up what she had said. It was quite clear what she meant, and even more clearer that she meant it.

She really was going to explode from embarrassment the longer he stared at her in silence.

“Chloe, Tell me a secret.”

She slowly let out the breath she’d been holding, and turned away from him to take her purchases out of the bag. “I think my brain is disconnected from my mouth.”

She could feel his smile.

“What movies did you get?”

She glanced at him briefly with a secret smile. “Oh, just a few I think you’ll enjoy.”

****

“Love means never having to say you’re sorry.”

“That doesn’t even make any sense. I can’t believe I’ve let you convince me to watch this tripe.”

Chloe narrowed her eyes at him. “Love Story is not tripe. Its romantic.”

He looked at her incredulously. “Romantic? She’s wooden and unpleasant and no matter what he does he’s still Ryan O’ Neal.”

Despite herself Chloe giggled; reaching for the carton of strawberries she bought. “Cynic.”

“Thank you.”

“You’re missing the whole point. They hated each other. Then they were friends. Then they were in love.”

Lex still looked unconvinced. “Your point?”

She rolled her eyes. “He was able to bust through the walls she built around herself. Was able to get her to admit that she cared. To admit that she loved him.”

He frowned. “It all seemed pretty worthless if she just died at the end.”

She shrugged. “Haven’t you ever heard of ‘its better to have loved and lost than not loved at all?’”

He shrugged noncommittally. “I’m vaguely familiar with that notion.”

She sucked her teeth. “Don’t get cheeky.”

He smiled in amusement. “Cheeky? You’ve been watching the BBC again have you?”

“Anyway,” she continued, ignoring his comment. “Nothing is worthless Lex. If you had to chance to love someone and have that someone love you back. Then its all worth it. No matter what happens at the end. Just knowing you had the chance to love makes it okay.”

Lex looked at her for a long moment, his eyes soft. “You practiced that speech before you came here?”

She slapped his arm. “Jerk.” She bit into her strawberry, and her eyes closed at how sweet they were. “I liked the fact that they were friends. Friends make the best lovers.” She opened her eyes to see Lex watching her. “Don’t you think so?”

He blinked before answering. “I wouldn’t know. All the women I’ve been with has either secretly hated me or wanted to kill me or was with me for my name and money.”

Chloe stared at him realizing that he probably has never known true love. Hasn’t had the opportunity to have a woman actually love him back. She could sympathize because she know how it felt.

Sighing, she bit into another strawberry, catching the juice that ran down her chin. She turned to her head, surprised to see Lex watching her with an unreadable look on his face. She smiled innocently at him, and held up the carton. “Want one?”

Licking his lips, Lex shook his head before turning back to the television.

Chloe could feel how tense he had suddenly gotten, and she smiled to herself. She rested her head on his shoulder.

“I’m sorry about that Lex.”

He was silent then: “About what?”

“I’m sorry all of those women didn’t realize how great of a guy you are.”

She felt him tense even more. Felt him try to create space between on the couch. Felt him fail.

“Thank you.” He said, his voice suddenly sounding strange.

“You’re welcome.”

*****

“Chloe, can I talk to you for a sec?”

Chloe looked up at Lana, who was standing next to her desk. “Sure,” She said clicking save on her laptop, and closing it. “What’s up?”

Lana sat down biting her lip. “Okay. Well, you and Lex are friends right?”

Forcing herself not to make a face; Chloe nodded slowly. “Yes we are.”

Lana nodded. “And you guys are- close?”

Not making a face. “Uh-huh. Why?”

“Well, you see Lex and I-Well we kissed..” She trailed off as if she was expecting a reaction from Chloe.

Chloe’s eyes widened. “Really?” she asked.

Lana nodded. “Really. And I…really enjoyed it.”

Chloe felt her stomach tie in knots. Felt jealous. Felt like running screaming from the room. “You did?”

Lana nodded blushing. “Yes. It was nice. Different. Sweet.”

Chloe forced her eyebrow from raising. Forced the sarcastic quip from slipping from her lips. Sweet? Different? She wondered if Lana knew she sounded like a twelve year old. “That’s nice. So, what’s the problem?”

Lana twisted her hands in her lap. “Well, ever since that night, I think he’s been avoiding me.”

Chloe felt the knots untwist. Felt a little guilty at the glee she felt from this new information. A little. “He has? Like how?”

Lana stood up, and began to pace. “Yes. When I call him he’s always busy and has to hang up. When I try and visit him at the manor he’s never there.”

Chloe put on a sympathetic face. “Oh.”

“Yeah. Just when I was beginning to have feelings for him. Just when I think we could be good together.”

Chloe frowned in confusion. Feelings for him? Good together? She was sure she remembered Clark telling her that he and Lana had just recently gone out on a few dates. She remembered how glad Clark had been that they turned out well. “What about Clark?”

Lana turned to face her looking slightly guilty. “Clark? Clark is Clark. I mean yes we sort of went out a few times, but he can’t-he won’t…cater to my needs,” Lana bit her lip. “Does that make me a horrible person to say that?”

Chloe’s mind screamed yes! She really wanted to tell Lana off. She really wanted to tell Lana about herself. How dare she say Clark can’t cater to her needs? Clark has done nothing but put her on the highest pedestal for the past seven years and she has the nerve to say that he doesn’t cater to her needs? But now all of a sudden Lex does. Chloe could see now how Lana moves onto the next guy that will pay the most attention to her. She didn’t deserve Clark or anyone for that matter.

“No,” she gritted. “No it doesn’t make you horrible.”

Lana sighed in relief. “Oh, Good. Then will you speak to Lex for me? Ask him why he’s been avoiding me?”

Chloe nodded, fighting the urge to reach out and punch someone. “Sure.”

****

Chloe stared down at the address in her hand with a small frown. “Twenty third and main.” She muttered looking back up at the abandoned building.

She had been researching and following her leads on her Platman Industries assignment for almost two months, and so far she’s had nothing but dead ends after dead ends. She was ready to throw the case out until she had gotten an anonymous tip from someone about this address.

“All roads lead to something.” She muttered placing her shades on, and hurrying across the street. She crept toward the back of the building, pausing and pressing her back against the wall as a van zoomed by. She continued on, keeping her back against the wall, pausing when she spotted a door.

“Please be unlocked.” she muttered, slowly pulling on the knob. “Bingo.”

She quietly entered the building, pulling out her camera as she looked around. There was nothing but meat. Rows and rows of hanging meat.

“All roads lead to meat.” She muttered. She sighed in annoyance. Suddenly, she froze as a large hand grasped down her shoulder.

“Don’t move.” A man said, his voice dangerously low.

She cried out as she was pulled flush against him, and a knife was brought to her neck. She struggled in her captor’s grip.

“I said don’t fucking move you cunt reporter!”

Okay, so he knew what she was, and she was obviously set up. She should’ve known better. She really wished she had taken Lois up on that karate training she offered. She really could use that now.

He ran the knife dangerously close to her throat. “Now you’re going to listen to me. If you run this story, I’m going to find you and kill you. Understand?”

Chloe said nothing. She was too busy trying to pull the pepper spray mace she had in her coat pocket.

“Understand?” He asked, and she nodded, quickly raising her hand and spraying.

“Ahh!” He cried out, and pushed Chloe onto the ground.

Chloe hissed in pain as she scraped the right side of her cheek hard against the concrete. She quickly stood up, and kneed her captor in the groin before quickly running off; the sound of his painful screams the only thing heard in the room.

******

“What happened here?” Lex asked gently running his finger across Chloe’s cheek.

“Huh? Oh, this is from my being stupid.”

Lex raised an eyebrow for her to continue.

“Well,” She sighed. “You remember I told you I had a new assignment right?”

Lex nodded. “Platman Industries.”

“Yes, Well yesterday I got a little tip, and well-”

“Let me guess,” He cut in wryly. “You went to investigate your little tip alone?”

Chloe looked embarrassed. “Yes, and please don’t tell me how stupid I was. Both Lois and Clark already did that.”

“Well, I never thought I’d say this, but they were right. What happened?”

She looked down. “I was sort of held at knife point.”

Lex eyed her incredulously. “What? Chloe-”

She winced. “I know. I know.”

He shook his head. “I don’t think you do. Chloe, its dangerous and stupid of you to go out there like that. I know you want to get your story, but there are other options.”

She nodded. “I know.”

She looked up surprised when grabbed her shoulders so she could look at him. “I want you to promise me you’ll never do that again.”

Chloe, noticing the seriousness in his request nodded without argument. “Okay. I promise.”

He nodded, letting her go. “Good. Now what did you want to talk to me about?”

She swallowed. “Lana.”

She watched as he took a noticeable pause. “Oh?”

“Yeah. She told me you two kissed.”

He sighed. “Did she?”

Chloe nodded. “Uh huh. She also told me you’ve been avoiding her, and that I should ask you why. So, why?”

His face was unreadable as he spoke his words carefully. Quietly. “When I kissed her, I expected to feel- something. You know? Anything. But, I didn’t feel anything at all. Nothing. All I kept thinking was of ways of getting her to leave.” He looked at her as he said his next words. “Lana represented something I always thought I needed. Something I always thought I wanted, but I was wrong.” He suddenly looked away from her looking uncomfortable.

Chloe knew he was sharing something very intimate with her. Sharing his true thoughts. Chloe felt guilty for feeling extreme happiness at his revelation. Lex Luthor was not in love with Lana Lang.

She smiled suddenly realizing something else. “You were worried about my well being.”

Lex looked at her, grateful for the sudden change in subject. “I was not.”

Chloe nodded poking her finger in his chest. “Uh huh. You care about me.”

He grabbed her hand and squeezed gently. “Don’t go alerting the media.”

She shrugged. “Well, it is top notch news so I can’t make any promises.”

“Chloe?”

“Yes?”

“Shut up.”

TBC

[Krysia]

[quote=kimbo]
His face was unreadable as he spoke his words carefully. Quietly. “When I kissed her, I expected to feel- something. You know? Anything. But, I didn’t feel anything at all. Nothing. All I kept thinking was of ways of getting her to leave.” He looked at her as he said his next words. “Lana represented something I always thought I needed. Something I always thought I wanted, but I was wrong.” He suddenly looked away from her looking uncomfortable.
TBC

Hearing This part was worth all the horror that is Lex kissing Lana. And it put me in such a good mood that i came up with a theory why Helga was so "cold" towards Chloe at the begining. She thought that Chloe is one of the other selfabsorbed golddiggers that are usually interested in spending time with Lex but the more she got to know Chloe the more she realized that is not the case, and now Chloe has a friend on the inside as well ;)
I also hope Lex won't just take Chloe word on the whole not going to investigate by myself front, and hires a bodyguard for her just in case. More, please.

[Augustine86]

YESSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!! Take that Blana! Lex finally said what everyone has been thinking: you are plain and Blah and nobody finds any kind of interest in you. You fall short of expectations. HA!

And this was so sweet, how Chloe and Lex go on while Lexana gets stumped by Stompy the trusty horse of REALITY.

I love this fanfic. Please do go on. And I love the way you updated really fast. Keep 'em coming!

[lj715]

Love this story. SO glad that Lex admitted there's no chemistry between him & Lana. SO satifying to read that! Can't wait for more.

[hfce]

I forgive you for Lexana kiss. I am so glad Lex figured it out Blana aint so special. :D I was really sacred that Chloe was going to get it from that guy. Thank good ness for her spray and get going with Lex. I want a Chlex kiss. :)


Hope :)

[Ann]

LOVED the new part! I love how Lex and Chloe are together and the fact that Lex really doesn't have feelings for Lana. I was seriously wondering how much of that my gag factor could deal with. Blagh! And Lois rocks in this fic. Anyway, great job. Please hurry back with more soon.

[autumngold]

Blana is in true form in this story-everything should be all about her. I'm so glad that Lex didn't like their kiss!! Excellent update!! I'm so glad Lex was so concerned about Chloe's injuries!!

[Kit Merlot]

Yes, excellent update!

I do love it when Lois gives Chloe a much needed reality check and kick in the ass--GO LOIS:D

A good for Lex for realzing that Lana really isn't that special, and that he has been deluding himself in thinking that she was.

And I do feel slightly bad for Lana--as much as she needs to be taken down a few pegs, and knocked out of her little self-absorbed world, it never feels good to know that the person you like doesn't like you back.

I want Chloe and Lex to be happy together, and I want Lana's nose to be rubbed in thheir happiness, and then I want Lana to actually take this as a lesson and grow the hell up.

Excellent fic by the way:D

[Louie]

awww.

Loved Lois and her soldier speech.

[westwingwolf]

Yes! Lex has no feelings for Lana! I will ignore the implication that he might have at one time. And he's worried about Chloe and he was obviously missing her while she was in her junkfood coma. Have mentioned that I love Lois? I have? Oh well, I'll say it again. She is amazing. I love her and Chloe interactions and how she snapped Chloe out of her depression. Yay! Chloe for going to get your man! And damn Lana for trying to get every man to worship the ground she walks on. I knew Lex couldn't think of her like that. When are Lex and Chloe going to finally get together? I must have the answer.

[JDS]

I love this story! Its the best :D. And Lex not feeling anything for Lana. Is the best thing I read in awhile

[star del mar]

Ha! So Chlex has prevailed! How could I have ever doubted it? :) That was a great update, I'm glad that Lois was able to get Chloe out of her funk. She doesn't need to be moping like that and besides her plan seems to be working. Lex is not enjoying Lana so much anymore which gives Chloe plenty of opportunity to make Lex really see her. Perfect, loved it.

Steph*

[teb85]

Fantastic update ! Thank god Lex doesn't have feelings for Lana !! Glad Lois was able to get Chloe out of her little depressed state and am looking forward to Chloe and Lex finally getting together .I can't wait for the next chapter !!

[hellinean]

YAY! Lex didnt have feelings for Blana!!! (ahhhh i hope she 'd suffer :devil: )
I really lve how Lois helped Chloe :)

oh and Lex who is worried for Chloe it is great !!!

It is a great fic!!!

keep continue the good work!!!

[happybum]

score one for chloe none for lana. chloe should up the ante for hte next round =]

[meg20]

Lovely update!!!
So glad that lois was able to pull Chloe out of her depression!
Glad that Chloe went to visit Lex and they had a nice night!!! The best news ever was that Lex didn't like kissing Blana - yay:grin3: :D

[pipersmum]

If you could see me now doing a mad little jig!!! I am ecstatic that Lex didn't enjoy kissing Lana infact he was trying to think of ways to get rid of her!! woohoo!!

Lois is great sorting out Chloe like that. I liked it when she gave her the solider speech! Go Lois for making sure that Chloe pulled out the big guns and go get her man plus the red dress worked wll too ;)

Lex cares for Chloe and is avoiding Lana :) I think I have died and gone to heaven thankyou !!!!

:respect:

[letia84]

He didn't like the BLana kiss that's great. So happy to hear it. Now get on with Chlex lady. Great update.

[Lily]

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE update!!! I just got back from Vegas and that would the perfect cap-off for my birthday week! (yes that's right, week... days are for losers) I'm especially enjoying contemplating what's gonna come after that "Shut up"... I'm thinking a little head-grabbing and major makin-out!!!

[SinnerSaint]

Grrr! Hate vapid self obscessed Lana ! Hope Chloe gets Lex and that Clark gets a clue !

[kimbo]

Thanks for all the feedback once again. I know you’re all asking when they actually get it on, and they will..I just like to build up to it Don’t kill me though, I won’t make you wait too long… Just before anyone gets confused… its nine months into Chloe and Lex’s friendship which means its December of Chloe’s second year in college. So the first half of this chapter is set in December and its kind of an interlude, and the second half is set just after new years.

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Chapter 7 (Part 1)

Christmas Interlude

11 days before Christmas

Christmas time always put Chloe in the best of moods. The songs, the decorations, the snow. It was Chloe’s favorite time of the year. Everyone was just so joyous and festive.

Well, almost everyone.

“Why are we doing this again?” Lex asked as they walked through the tree lot.

Chloe glanced sideways at Lex. “Because, it’s a sin that you don’t have a Christmas tree up or any decorations.”

Lex shrugged. “I thought I’d skip Christmas this year. Like I did last year. And the year before that one.”

She rolled her eyes at him. “You can’t just ignore Christmas Lex.”

He wrapped his coat tighter around his body. “Well, couldn’t we have ordered one of these off the internet? Or I could’ve gotten one of my staff to do this.”

Chloe gave him an odd look. “Picking out the tree yourself is the best part.”

Lex stepped back, looking uncomfortable as a child ran past him, nearly stepping on his expensive leather shoes. “Yes, but there is so many people here. Loud people. Not to mention all the children.”

Chloe smiled in amusement; never seeing Lex look this uncomfortable before. This self conscious. He usually was able to adapt to any situation no matter what, but she could tell that of this jolliness in one vicinity was certainly throwing such a composed moody man like himself for a loop. She glanced at him holding in her laugh at the slightly baffled look on his face. She had noticed the obvious stares he had been getting since they stepped foot onto the lot. She knew, of course, that he would be stared at. He looked sleek and sophisticated, and completely out of place among the flannel wearing residents of Smallville. She almost felt sorry for him.

Just almost.

“Oh, poor Lex.” She said, wrapping her hands around his arm, and pulling him toward a tree. “What about this one?”

Lex looked up at the tree slowly raising his eyebrow. “Its rather small.”

Chloe rolled her eyes. “You said that about the last one.”

Lex shrugged. “Well, its true about this one too.”

Chloe ignored him as she looked over the seven foot tree. It was the greenest fullest tree in the lot. “I think its perfect.”

“Its small.” He repeated.

Chloe grinned at him. “It is not. Its perfect. I already have the perfect place to put it in your study.”

Lex glanced at her sideways his face softening the longer he stared at her smiling face. “Fine,” He said softly. “We’ll get it.”

*****

Lex stared up at the buidling with horror. It was horrible. “I’m not stepping foot inside there.”

Chloe glanced up at Kmart with a frown. “Why not?”

Lex gave her an incredulous look. “Because its Kmart.” He replied, as if that explained everything.

Chloe narrowed her eyes, and pulled on his arm. “Lex, we have to get the decorations. Stop acting like a snob, and grab a cart.”

“I draw the line here Chloe.” He said, reaching for a cart. “The things I do for you.”

Lex squinted at the bright lights of the monstrosity that is Kmart. “Why the hell is it so bright in here?”

“We need to start in the Christmas aisle,” she said ignoring him. “Then go to the food aisle so we can get the popcorn.”
*****

Lex frowned deeply as he followed Chloe down the aisle. “Don’t you think you should actually look at what you’re buying before just throwing it in the cart?”

“Nope,” She said while grabbing two stockings and a box of silver ornaments. “I have a vision in my mind of how I want this to look. Pass me those rope lights please.”

“Vision huh?” Lex asked as he passed her a box of white lights. “Does this vision include tacky Christmas tinsel?”

Chloe nodded. “Of course. Now can you stop complaining so much, and go get the popcorn.”

“I’m marveling at the fact that you don’t find it strange that this place sells clothing and groceries in the same store.”

“Lex!”

“I’m going. I’m going.”

******
“I swear if he ditched me I’m gong to kill him.” Chloe muttered as she pushed her now full cart toward the grocery aisle. She paused staring in surprise as she watched the scene in front of her.

Lex was leaning down in front of a little girl with blonde pigtails, who sat on the aisle floor; tears falling down her cheeks as she clutched her elbow in obvious pain. Chloe stepped back, not wanting him to realize she was there watching. She watched as Lex pulled out a handkerchief from his pocket, and began to attentively press it to the little girl’s elbow, and talking very softly. The little girl smiled softly, nodding her head, obviously finding amusement in whatever Lex was saying to her because she began to giggle. Chloe felt the smile on her face widen as she watched Lex wipe the tears from the little girl’s eye s with the pad of his thumb. He stood up, reaching out his hand to help the little girl up. Chloe watched surprised when the little girl giggled at another joke. She didn’t know he knew that many jokes. Chloe made her presence known as he opened the box of Candy canes he was holding, and handed the little girl one.

“Hi.” She said, noticing the way Lex tensed up.

“Chloe-”

Chloe smiled at him. “Aren’t you going to introduce me to your friend Lex?”

The little girl held her hand out. “I’m Crystal Conty.”

Chloe shook her small hand. “Well, hello, Crystal Conty. I’m Chloe Sullivan.”

Crystal grinned revealing her missing two front teeth. “I fell down and Mister Lex here helped me feel better.”

Chloe glanced at Lex sensing how uncomfortable he was. “He did?”

Crystal nodded as she licked her candy cane. “Uh huh,” she said pointing at Chloe, but directing her question at Lex. “She’s pretty. Is she your wife?”

Chloe felt Lex tense beside her at the question. She glanced at him unsurprised at the surprise in his eyes at the question. “Well,” She said enjoying his discomfort. “Answer the question honey.”

Lex’s head snapped over in her direction, his mouth slightly ajar.

“Well,” He started softly. “Actually Crystal-”

“Crystal! Sweetie, there you are!”

Chloe looked up as a blonde haired woman hurried down the aisle toward her daughter.

“Thank goodness you’re all right.” The woman said, grabbing crystal in her arms for a hug.

Crystal made a face, gently trying to unclamp her mother’s arms from around her. “I’m okay mommy.” She muttered embarrassed.

Her mother pulled away glaring at her. “What have I told you about wandering off by yourself? Its dangerous.”

Crystal nodded. “I’m sorry Mommy. I fell down, but Mister Lex helped me.”

Her mother frowned. “Mister-” she turned toward Lex and Chloe, her eyes widening in surprise as she glanced at Lex. “Mr. Luthor.” she said stiffly.

Lex held his hand up shaking his head. “Please call me Lex.”

The woman nodded jerkily as she stood up straight. “Okay. Thank you Mr- Lex. I appreciate you looking after my daughter. Come along Crystal.”

“Wait! Mommy!” Crystal cried yanking out of her mother’s grasp, and wrapping her arms around Lex’s waist. She squeezed as much as her little arms would let her. “Thank you Mister Lex.”

Lex’s hard expression softened as he gently patted Crystal’s head. “You’re welcome. Just remember next time climbing shelves is dangerous.”

Crystal nodded as she stepped back. “I promise.” She said before glancing at Chloe. “It was nice to meet you Miss Chloe.”

Chloe smiled. “You too Crystal.”

“Crystal!”

“Coming mommy.”

They both watched as Crystal Conty merrily skipped down the aisle toward her mother. “Hey, Mommy, can I have a puppy for Christmas?”

“Don’t ever run off like that again Crystal. Its very dangerous. Next time…..”

Chloe could feel the large grin on her face as Lex looked over at her, the unreadable mask back in its place. “That was very sweet of you.”

Lex just shrugged. “She fell, I had no choice.”

Chloe was still smiling. “Mmhmm. Still sweet. I bet you’re going to buy her that puppy aren’t you?”

An expression very close to shock flashed on Lex’s face before he concealed it again. “Here,” he said handing her his credit card. “Pay for this stuff, I’m going to wait in the car.”

Chloe watched him go, that same smile on her face. Time and time again he proved others wrong without him even acknowledging it.

*****
“Well, how does it look?”

Lex stared at his now decorated office in silence. He had never seen so many red’s green’s and silvers in one spot before. Lights were around the tree, hung from the ceilings, and around his fireplace. “It looks like Santa Claus regurgitated in here.”

Chloe elbowed him. “You like it.”

Lex shrugged. “Its all right.”

She could tell he was lying by the smile he was trying to hide. “You love it.”

He didn’t deny it, and they silently looked on at their finished work.

“I still think the popcorn on the tree is tacky.”

“You’re a snob.”

“Thank you.”

She smiled at him. “I knew you loved it.”

********
Christmas Day

“Ho. Ho. Ho.”

Lex looked up from his glass of scotch, seemingly coming out of a very deep reverie. “Chloe?” He said a surprised smile on his face. “This is a surprise.”

Chloe stopped to stand in front of him. “You didn’t think I’d let you spend the whole Christmas alone did you? Plus, I brought you food.” She dug into the bag she held, and began to pull out a bunch of small containers.

Lex took a sip of his drink as he shrugged. “I’m not very hungry.”

Chloe looked up at him, noticing for the first time the overwrought look on his face. “Lex?” She asked with concern. “Are you all right?”

He sighed. “I’m fine.”

Chloe nodded. “Yes. That thousand yard stare really let me know that. You want to talk about it?”

“No. I don’t.”

“Lex-”

“Please, Chloe. Leave it alone.”

She narrowed her eyes at him. “I’m worried about you. Something is obviously bothering you and I want to help if I can.”

“How was dinner at the Kents?”

She started at the sudden change of subject. He obviously didn’t want to share with her with whatever was bothering him. She knew it was hard for someone like him to share his feelings. She wouldn’t push him this time.

“It was a little strange without Mr. Kent being there, but it was good. I got to see my Dad.”

Lex smiled softly at the small smile on her face. “How is he?”

She smiled wide, sitting down next to him. “He’s great! He met someone in Edge City, and he brought her to dinner. He’s also loving his new job.”

He nodded. “That’s good. What does he do again?”

“He’s the supervisor at the Hydro power plant.” Chloe gave him a look. “He also mentioned something very interesting to me tonight.”

Lex avoided his gaze as he picked an imaginary lent off of his pants. “Did he?”

“Uh-huh. He said that someone named Julian Axel sent in a recommendation for the job.”

Lex frowned as he looked at her. “How is that strange?”

She laughed shaking her head. “Julian Lex? The name of your brother. Axel? Alex? Alexander. Lex you’re horrible at anagrams.”

Lex gave her an innocent look. “Chloe, I didn’t-”

“That was very nice of you to do that for my father,” She cut in. “ After all that’s happened. He really needed that.”

Lex shook his head. “Chloe, I didn’t get your father that job.”

She shrugged. “No, you didn’t. He got it all on his own merit, but the recommendation helped. So, thank you.”

Lex looked visibly uncomfortable, and Chloe laughed. “This is the part where you say you’re welcome.”

“It really was nothing Chloe. I should’ve done that a very long time ago. I really don’t deserve your thanks. Not after everything I’ve done to you two.”

Chloe shook her head. “Lex-”

He stood up, and walked over to the bar to pour himself another drink. “I did nothing to help you. All for my own selfish reasons.”

Chloe really didn’t needed to be reminded of that time. She could remember the helpless look on her father’s face as they lost their house. Their money. Everything. She could remember hearing her father silently crying in the bathroom of their one bedroom apartment they had shared. It was one of the worst times of her life.

“Lex,” she started softly. “That was the past. I forgave you for that a long time ago remember?”

He turned to face her. “Yes. Its hard to forget.”

She smiled, and patted the seat next to her. “Good. Now, come sit next to me so I can give you your gift.”

Lex wrinkled his brow in confusion. “I thought we agreed to not get each other anything.”

She pursed her lips. “I know that new laptop Lois gave me was really from you. She told me herself.”

Lex sat next to her, an annoyed look on his face.. “She really can’t keep her mouth shut about anything can't she?”

Chloe shook her head. “No. it’s a family trait.” She pulled a carefully wrapped box from her bag, and handed it to him. “Merry Christmas.”

Lex’s face was unreadable as he slowly and carefully unwrapped the gift; running his finger against the tape so he wouldn’t rip the paper. Once done, he opened the box and stared down at the book.

Chloe nervously watched the emotions range on Lex’s face. “Lex-”

“The Magic Cave,” he whispered with awe. “You remembered.”

She smiled, and shrugged. “Hard thing to forget.”

She remembered during the summer of her hideout Lex had been trying to search for that book. It was his favorite book. He had told her one night that his mother would always read it to him before bedtime. Even after she had gotten sick, he would crawl into bed with her while his father was away on business trips. She would recite the book word for word without ever having to look actually look at the book. Then the book suddenly disappeared after she died, and Lex suspected Lionel was the reason for that.

“Alice, Tom, and Merlin the Magician,” Lex in a strange voice, his fingers caressing the cover of the book. “This was our escape. ” He looked up at her. “How did you get this?”

“Well,” Chloe murmured. “You were right when you said the publishing company didn’t even exist anymore. I googled every website. Searched every bookstore in Metropolis. Then something called me to old Mrs. Ackerman’s bookstore on main street, and sure enough, there it was being sold for a dollar forty nine.”

Lex slowly placed the book back in its box, and onto the table. He turned to face Chloe. “Thank you.” He said, his voice thick and grateful.

Chloe smiled brightly. “Welcome.” She leaned forward to kiss him on the cheek. As her lips brushed his face, he turned and opened his mouth against her own.

Lex’s kiss tasted slightly like warm scotch. Lips soft and warm. Strong gentle hands pulled her body closer so that he could deepen the kiss. Chloe melted under it, wondering how and why she waited so long to feel this. She sighed against his mouth, the end of her sigh turning into a quiet moan as his tongue finally slipped into hers. She tightened her grip on his shoulders, lifting her right leg and placing it between both of his own so that she was straddled on his right leg. The kiss changed. Turned hotter, more desperate. Lex was now leaning back against the couch, his hands slid up her back, and into her hair. Chloe had no trouble following every direction his lips moved. Every change in the position of his head, she matched every move. She sucked hard on his tongue, smiling against his lips when he suddenly groaned.

He released her mouth, and she moved her lips to his throat, not noticing the way he suddenly stiffened up. She thought he smelled really good as kissed his Adams apple.

“Chloe?”

She also could tell he was really hard by the way his cock was insistently poking her stomach. She sucked his throat.

She felt him jerk in surprise.

“Chloe-”

“Hmm?”

“We can’t do this.”

Suddenly Chloe was jolted back from her heightened state of extreme arousal. She pulled away from him, and sat up. “What?”

Lex‘s face showed guilt. “We can’t do this now.”

Chloe frowned in frustration. “Why not?”

He smiled slightly, lifting his hand and running his fingers through her hair. “Because.”

Chloe crossed her arms in front of her chest, now ignoring the fact that she was still straddled on top of him. “Because isn’t an answer Lex.”

He ran his fingers across her cheek. “This is new to me Chloe.”

Her frown slowly faded, and she nodded in understanding. “Oh.”

Lex smiled, and pulled her down so that she layed on his chest. “You aren’t angry?”

Chloe fingered the button on his shirt as she shook her head. “No. Its pretty hard to stay angry at you.”

Lex snorted. “I haven’t been trying hard enough then.” He fell silent for a long moment. “Thank you Chloe. For everything.”

He was still playing with her hair, and Chloe closed her eyes, suddenly feeling exhaustion creep in. “Merry Christmas Lex.”

“Merry Christmas Chloe.”

TBC- Second part of this chapter up later today!

[Krysia]

That was so sweet, it makes me miss Chrismass. My favourite part was Lex with the little girl. I would love to have seen that. I can't wait to see what happens next.

[littlepearl]

Oh so sweet... Lex and Christmas ... Chloe was so right to help him for the Christmas tree and the present and everything. It was really sweet and also funny, can't wait to see what happens next !

[pipersmum]

That was a really good update. It was lovely and sweet, Lex and the little girl, Chloe and Lex picking out a tree and then giving Lex his present!! Fantastic I loved it.:) Then that kiss at the end perfect. I can't wait for more!

[LaLa]

aaaahhhhhh! i'm gonna have a coma due to too much sweetness but GOD this is perrrrfect! damn you girl! I read it like a dream sheesh! i was sooooo into it and now i'm desesperate for the next part! can't wait for later today argh!
xoxoLaLa

[teb85]

sweet update ! I loved the part in the store with the little girl, was so cute ! Christmas day was perfect and can't wait for the next installment of this chapter !!!

[meg20]

Totally sweet chapter!!!
Love Lex with children and I'm glad that Chloe was abel to get him shopping for a tree and christmas decorations!
Finally they kissed!!!

[hfce]

Yes!! They kissed. :clapclap: That was so sweet with Lex and the little girl and Chloe decorating his office and yes the kiss again. :D



Hope :)

[letia84]

Lex in Kmart :rofl: That was a gret touch. I can just seem him looking out of place with all the other shoppers.

They kissed at last. WOOHOO! It was really sweet: Can't wait from more. I assume we are getting some New Year's action. 3...2...1 Happy New year let's get it on.:yeahbaby:

[Kit Merlot]

Awesome update:D

And a great big YEAH!! to the CHlex kiss:grin3: I do like that Lex is trying to control his hormonal reactions, but stop being noble. Chloe wants it as much as you do!

Excellent work, Kimbo.

[jem]

TBC- Second part of this chapter up later today!


so she said later today... and we're all gonna stay here and wait for it too right??

YAY the kiss..

[lj715]

Ahhhhh, I LOVE Christmas. I hope you're not teasing & will post the second part of this chapter later. Hope Lex finally gives in to Chloe.

[hannagreen20]

They kissed! Woo Hoo! I love Christmas! The K-Mart thing was hilarious. Can't wait for the next part!

[autumngold]

I never thought I'd say this, but I don't mind waiting for the NC-17. I really like how you're developing the relationship between Lex and Chloe!! Great Christmas chapter!! I love what she got him for Christmas!! Can't wait for the second part of the chapter!!

[kcsgirl82]

I absolutely loved it!!!!!!!! I hope this means that he is starting to realize he loves her!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[letia84]

TBC- Second part of this chapter up later today!
How long do we have to wait for the update today? I need some smut please.

[westwingwolf]

I loved the whole idea of Lex shopping at KMart. And he was soooo cute helping that little girl. Saved by the bell on having to answer if Chloe was his wife. The moment with the gift was very sweet. And finally we get one amazing kiss but where is the rest? More please!

[Ann]

YAY, they kissed! And it was so sweet too. I loved the KMart part. That was hillarious and had my family looking at me like I'd lost my mind when I'd start laughing like a loon. Please hurry back soon!

[star del mar]

Oh my God! They finally kissed! It was such a sweet moment and the fact that Lex wants to wait and take things a little slower completely makes me believe that they are meant for each other because Lex obviously has to care about Chloe more then he has for anyone else. Very cute update, I loved the Christmas shopping :)

Steph*

[kimbo]

Chapter 7 (Part 2)- Here is part two guys. Sorry for the delay! Also its almost two in the morning, so excuse me if there are errors.
****

“I’m coming.”

“Where are you?”

Chloe limped around her dorm room. “I can’t find my other shoe.”

Lois groaned into the phone. “You’re a mess. I’ve been waiting here for fifteen minutes.”

“I’m sorry.” Chloe said as she kneeled down to look under her bed.

“You’re depriving me of my nutrients and carbohydrates. I’m loosing a pound a minute.”

Chloe frowned as she crawled over towards Lana’s bed. “Gotcha.” She said triumphantly, as she spotted her shoe.

“What?” Lois said confused.

“Nothing. Look, stop being so dramatic. I’ll be there in less than ten minutes.”

“Hurry up. There’s only so much bread sticks I can eat. Oh, hot guy at twelve o’ clock.”

Chloe stumbled as she struggled to put her shoe on. “Lois? Lois?” she sighed, and closed her phone when she noticed Lois had hung up.

She hurried around the room; gathering her purse and keys that lay on her desk. “Okay. I have everything.” She paused in front of her mirror to brush down her clothing. She growled in annoyance as her phone rang again.

“Lois, I said I’ll be there!”

“Considering that I’m not Lois. I think I should be offended.”

Chloe’s annoyed scowl melted into a smile. “Lex, Hi. How’s Vancouver?”

“Cold. I haven’t really left my hotel room except to attend meetings.”
“Sounds fun. How’d those go?”

He sighed. “The usual monotonous situation.”

“You sound exhausted. You should rest.”

Lex sounded amused. “I am resting. I’m lying in bed right now.”

Chloe snorted as she walked down the steps of her dorm building. “Yeah you’re in bed all right. And I bet you’re surrounded by a bunch of file folders from work.”

Lex paused, and she could hear papers rustling on the other end. “I’m not.”

Chloe scanned her Id card so that the doors could open. “Liar.”

“Chloe, I really am resting.”

“Hmm, then why’d you call me?”

Lex paused before answering. “Because, I can’t wait to come home.”

Chloe paused on the front steps. “Does that mean you miss me?”

Another pause. “Yes. I think it does.”

Chloe felt her stomach flutter. “I miss you too Lex.”

“I’ll let you go,” He said, changing the subject. “Don’t want you to be even more late.”

“Okay,” Chloe said flagging down a taxi. “Hey, wait. Lex?”

“Yes Chloe?”

“Are you by any chance naked?”

Lex laughed softly. “I’ll talk to you later Chloe.”

********

“So you two haven’t had sex yet?”

Chloe shook her head at her cousin. “Is that all you care about?”

Lois gave her a surprised look. “No. How can you say a thing like- okay so maybe that is all I care about. I’m tired of hearing all of this lovey dovey crap. I want to hear some hardcore sex stories already.”

Chloe laughed despite herself. “Lois-”

“Seriously Chlo, you look like you’re about to explode from frustration.”

Chloe raised an eyebrow. “And you’re one to talk.”

Lois nodded. “Exactly. One of us has to be getting some, and since you’re the one with access to a real guy. I figured I’d live my life vicariously through yours.”

Chloe shook her head. “That’s pretty sad.”

“I know.” Lois sighed. “So, what’s going on?”

Chloe shrugged as she looked down at her plate. “I don’t know. Its like he’s scared to actually- you know, but I think he’s confused right now. Sex complicates things.”

Lois crossed her arms. “That’s crap.”

Chloe shrugged at a loss. “He just acts all weird and twitchy like I’m made of glass or something.”

Something in Lois’s expression changed. “Oh.” She said with a secret smile.

Chloe eyed her suspiciously. “Oh? What oh? What’s that look for?”

Lois smiled, shaking her head. “No. No reason-well there is a reason actually. I think I know why Lex hasn’t inserted slot A into slot B.”

Chloe frowned in confusion. “Huh?”

Lois rolled her eyes. “Chloe, how many guys have you been with?”

“One. You know that. What does that have to do with- oh my god!” Chloe’s eyes widened. “You really think he thinks I’m a virgin?”

Lois nodded. “Yes. I mean you’ve practically thrown yourself on him-”

“I have not!” Chloe cut in.

“And he hasn’t so much as groped you inappropriately.”

“He did. That one time during Christmas.”

Lois shrugged. “Moment of weakness.” She began to giggle. “He thinks you’re a virgin.”

Chloe crossed her arms in front of her chest. “Shut up. Its not funny. I can’t believe he thinks that.”

Lois shrugged. “I can. I mean, you do put on this innocent act sometimes.”

Chloe gasped. “I do not!”

“Mmhmm. I bet you don’t even masturbate.”

Chloe’s mouth opened. “That’s none of your- I feel stupid when I try it alone okay?”

“If you say so. Virgin.”

“Lois!”

“Prude?”

Chloe pouted. “I really hate you sometimes.”

**********

“Ms. Sullivan,” Helga greeted in a somber tone.

Chloe frowned as the loud sounds of Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata reverberated throughout the castle. “What is that music?”

Helga sighed. “Mr. Luthor has been playing that music all day.”

Chloe gave her a concerned look. “Is he all right?”

“I’m afraid not. He arrived back from his trip today in the worst of moods. The staff has decided to stay clear of him.”

Chloe suddenly had a very sinking feeling that something was wrong. “do you know what’s bothering him?”

Helga’s expression turned sad as she nodded slowly. “Yes, I think I may know why. Why don’t you go in and see if you can cheer him up.”

Chloe’s earlier plans to talk to Lex about her non existing virginity was suddenly out the window as she made her way toward his study. Intent on getting to the bottom of whatever was bothering him. The music grew louder the closer she was toward her destination. She stood in front of the closed door for a moment before trying the knob, sighing in relief when it wasn’t locked.

She gasped in surprise as she surveyed the scene in front of her. Lex was standing in the middle of the room, a glass and a half empty decanter of brandy in each of his hands. It looked as though a twister swept through his study. Papers, broken glass, and furniture thrown everywhere.

She stared at his back with concern. “Lex!” She tried to call over the loud music, but he just ignored her, and continued to stare blankly at the wall. She walked over toward his stereo, and switched it off. “Lex.” She called more quietly.

He turned quickly, a startled look on his face. His surprised look turned into annoyance. “What are you doing here Chloe?”

She shrugged, eyeing him warily. “I came to see you.”

He smirked at her. “Is that right?” He asked, his words slurring at the end of his sentence.

“You’re drunk.”

Lex laughed, holding up his empty glass. “Give the girl a prize.” His hands shook as he poured himself another drink. “I’m not drunk enough.”

“Lex, why are you….” she trailed off as Lex moved past her towards the bar.

He slammed the empty decanter down on the table so hard, it nearly cracked. “You shouldn’t be here Chloe.” He picked another decanter up, and poured himself another drink.

Chloe stepped forward. “What’s wrong Lex?”

He still wouldn‘t look at her. “Its really non of your business.”

That stung. Chloe felt the hurt of his words hit her full on, but she pushed It away, and walked closer toward him. “It is my business. I’m worried about you Lex.” She gently placed a hand on his shoulder. “Tell me what’s got you like this.”

Lex stiffened. “Don’t-”

“Don’t what?” She cut in. “Worry about you? I’m sorry, but I can’t help that.”

Lex glared at her, and shrugged her hand off. “Don’t touch me.”

Her eyes went sad. “Tell me what’s wrong,” She said quietly. “Please don’t push me away this time Lex. Just tell me what’s bothering you.” She wouldn’t walk away. No matter what hurtful thing he did or said to her. She wouldn’t let him off this easy. He was in obvious pain, and she wanted to try and make it just a little bit better for him.

“Go home Chloe, I’m fine.”

Chloe laughed hollowly. “Fine? You destroyed your whole office. You’re going to drink until you’re sick. That is not fine. Please, tell me what’s the matter.” She could feel the tears in her eyes threatening to fall over, and she quickly wiped at her eyes. She hated this. This feeling helpless. All she wanted to do was help him, and he wouldn’t even tell her what was wrong.

“Chloe?”

She looked up to see Lex looking at her with a strained expression. She shook her head. “I know this is new to you, but you don’t have to hold everything inside all the time. Just tell me what’s wrong.”

Lex sighed, and turned away from her. He whole stance was stiff, his hands, which were now at his sides, were in tight fist. His voice was strangely horse as he spoke. “My mother died fourteen years ago today.”

Oh, god. Chloe hadn’t been expecting that. She had expected his father had done something to upset him or something had gone wrong with the talks during his business trip. Lex never mentioned when Lillian had died.

She shook her head in sorrow. To think he would try and hold something like that inside. To try and deal with so much pain alone. “Lex-”

He shook his head angrily. “I forgot Chloe. I completely forgot. On my way home on the jet. I looked down at my planner, and I saw the date, and it suddenly hit me.”

Chloe didn’t know what to say. “I’m sorry.”

Lex looked like he was thinking. “I haven’t even visited her grave at all last year.”


“Why not?”

He turned to face her. “Because I’ve become the one person she made me promise not to become.”

Chloe knew he meant his father, and that angered her. “No. You’re nothing like him Lex.”

“I’ve done things Chloe. Questionable things. Things she would never forgive me for.”

Chloe nodded, placing her hand back on his shoulder. “I know, but you’re her son, and she loves you no matter what. You’re not Lionel. Do you understand me?”

“How do you know?” He asked in a quiet voice.

Chloe smiled softly at him. “I wouldn’t be here if I thought so.”

Lex could only stare at her. His face holding a very intense look that frightened her and excited her all in one. She hadn’t expected him to kiss her. His lips slammed down on top of hers so hard she nearly stumbled backward, and she would’ve had he not been holding her waist in a tight grip. He propelled them backward, and Chloe gasped as her back suddenly hit the wall with a painful thud. She clutched at his shirt back as their tongues moving against each other, holding on as he seemed to pour all of his pain, frustration and anger into that kiss. He seemed desperate, silently searching for something she couldn’t really understand.

She gasped for breath when he released her mouth. She opened her eyes to see him watching her, and the wild look in his eyes frightened her so much she had to close her own eyes. Suddenly, his hands gripped by her wrist non too gently, and he moved them above her head. Chloe’s heart thudded so loudly in her chest, she was sure he could hear it in the silence of the study.

She didn’t resist him when his left hand held both of her arms above her head, gasping in pleasure when his right hand found its way between her legs. She gasped in surprise as two of his fingers plunged deeply into her wet hot sex, plunging it in and out of her wetness hard and fast.
She felt her body become flushed. Damp with sweat, and she tried to move her hips against his hand, tried to move her body period, but she couldn’t. He had her whole body pinned to the wall. All she could do was feel and moan helplessly as his fingers brought her to her first orgasm in three years.

“Lex-” She was cut off by his lips attacking hers again. She pulled away slightly. “Lex,” She breathed. “My arms are starting go numb.”

Her words seemed to strike something inside him, because suddenly his lips were gone, and he stepped away from her so fast she could’ve sworn he moved just as fast a Clark.

Chloe’s eyes opened, and the wild look Lex had earlier was gone. In place of it was something she never saw on his face before. Fear. “Lex?”

“I scared you.” He said quietly.

Chloe shook her head confused. “No, well a little but I-”

“I think you should go home Chloe.”

“What?” She asked quietly.

He turned away from her. “Go home.”

Chloe didn’t’ understand what the problem was. Why was he doing this? “No, Lex-”

“Please, Chloe. Just go. I’ll- I’ll see you tomorrow.”

Pain and embarrassment flared deep inside Chloe as he used that cold tone he usually reserved for business on her. “Okay,” She said quietly. “I’ll go. But I’m coming to see you tomorrow.”

His shoulders relaxed a bit. “Goodnight Chloe.”

Chloe wondered where it all went wrong as she quietly left his study. She held back her tears of confusion as she made her way to the car. Those could wait until she got back to Metropolis.

TBC

[autumngold]

Oh, I really wish that Chloe wouldn't have left!! I'm afraid that Lex is going to be even harder to reach now!! Thank you so much for updating!! You're so sweet to post so late!! I can't wait for more!!

[Krysia]

“I’ve done things Chloe. Questionable things. Things she would never forgive me for.”

Chloe nodded, placing her hand back on his shoulder. “I know, but you’re her son, and she loves you no matter what. You’re not Lionel. Do you understand me?”

“How do you know?” He asked in a quiet voice.

Chloe smiled softly at him. “I wouldn’t be here if I thought so.”


Oh Poor Lex , remembering the aniversary of his mothers dath and being confronted with who he maight be becoming on the same day had to be painful. This , above, was my favourite part because it shows what is the real problem that is eating away at Lex and how simple is the solution for it. Although I'm hoping he won't base his faith in the fact he isn't becoming Lionel only on Chloe, because it would be unfair. And on a side note I totally love Helga :)

[pipersmum]

Poor Lex he probably forgot about what day it was because he was happy and looking forward to going home and seeing Chloe!! He should think about it abit more his mum would probably be delighted that for once he was so happy that he forgot what day it was!!

Chloe is right he is nothing like Lionel, but I agree with autumngold I think he is going to be even harder to reach now!!

Thanks for posting and I look forward to more soon.:)

[LaLa]

ooohhhh! you don't know how long i've waited last night for this part lol great as usual but i agree with autumngold, chloe shouldn't have left; now i smell angst for the next chapter argh! I want smut, I like the building of the story but damn! Lex find yourself a good shrink for us to get to the smut grrr! lol
sorry for this post, just ignore me!
...but still great!

[littlepearl]

Oh, poor Lex. It must be a hard time for him, hope that Chloe will be able to help him with all his issues .
I really liked the conversation between Lois and Chloe, really funny !
I really enjoy this fic, thanks !

[hfce]

This is not good. He will shut down even more. :(


Hope ;)

[letia84]

First off poor Lex forgetting his mother died that day. Lois is to funny slot A and B LOL. She is great in this. I like a little angst smut so why did you stop there. I guess I don’t want him to be drunk when they do it the first time but man that was a tease you just wrote.

PPMS great update. Great fic.

[Kit Merlot]

This was a wrenching update.

First, Lex's obvious devastation at forgetting his Mom's death just about killed me, and then CHloe's pain at Lex's pulling away from her was hard to read, too.

And Lois is right in that Lex is afraid of hurting Chloe, and that is why he hasn't made a romantic move.

Wonderfully done!

[lj715]

NOO! Chloe , don't leave him. I think she gave up here too quickly. Oh well, please fix this . Can't wait for the next update.

[teb85]

NOO! Chloe , don't leave him. I think she gave up here too quickly. Oh well, please fix this . Can't wait for the next update.


I agree with lj she should of stayed but really looking forward to next update !!

[westwingwolf]

Oh that was heartbreaking. She needs to turn right around and be with him whether he likes it or not. Oh please let everything be okay so these two can finally be together the way they need to be. You know, holding each other. In bed. Naked. The bed is entirely optional by the way.

[JDS]

awesome stuff my dear :D. The kiss was awesome I was dancing around the room LOL...The Kmart thing was hilarious!
Poor Lex. Anyone else just wanna reach out and hug him? ;) :D

[Ann]

Originally Posted by lj715
NOO! Chloe , don't leave him. I think she gave up here too quickly. Oh well, please fix this . Can't wait for the next update.

I agree completely! Please hurry back soon. :)

[Louie]

Now he feels really bad thinking that was her first sexual incounter. Oh Lex poor boy it's ok to move on with your life your mommy would like you to be happy.

[star del mar]

What a mess, I thought our couple was going to be at least a little happily ever after but apparently not. Lex is a guy who tries to keep everything in too much and then he reaches a breaking point, he thinks that he took it out on Chloe and yea maybe he was a little rough but she wanted it. Chloe loves him and so she is definitely going to fight tooth and nail for him if he tries to pull away. It was a little sad but a great update.

Steph*

[carolannw5]

Poor Lex!

Chloe tell him!

Please update soon!

:respect:

[kimbo]

Thank you again for all the support guys. It really keeps me going here’s the next part!

Chapter 8

Chloe woke up the next morning feeling just as bad as when she went to bed the night before. As soon as she arrived back to her dorm room, she had taken a shower, and cried. Then she had cried herself to sleep. She felt miserable, confused, and strangely unsettled. Unsettled because she didn’t like the way she had left things with Lex. She knew she shouldn’t have left him alone last night, but she had the feeling that he needed to be left alone. She knew he didn’t want her seeing him so broken. So emotional. She felt her heart ache with the knowledge that her friendship or her love may never heal the part of his soul where he needs it the most.

She climbed out of bed, and paused in surprise when she noticed the half naked boy sleeping next to Lana for the first time. She glared at them across the room before clearing her throat loudly.

Lana woke up first, her eyes widening and a blush rising to her cheeks as she notice Chloe staring at her with a raised eyebrow. “Sorry,” she muttered shaking whatever his name is shoulders. “I’ll get him to leave.”

Chloe just rolled her eyes as she gathered her things so she could go and get dressed inside the bathroom. “Don’t bother.”

*********

“Chloe, did you find out who that guy was Lana brought to my mom’s Christmas dinner?”

Chloe looked over at Clark extremely annoyed and slightly sad look. When was he going to get a clue exactly. When was he going to realize that Lana was over him, and he the same. She didn’t understand how he could hold onto to something for so long when he was getting nothing but grief in return.

“Look Clark, you want to know what I think?”

Clark nodded silently. His face hopeful.

“I think Lana is a bitch.”

“Chloe!”

“Clark, Lana has a boyfriend. Do you understand that? She’s stringing you along, and you’re letting her like the idiot I know you aren’t. She’s selfish and self absorbed, and she’s only looking for the best guy who’ll cater to her every need.”

Clark looked away from her as the truth in her words hit him full force. “She said she still loved me, but she’s confused.”

Chloe shook her head sadly at him. “If she loved you Clark. She would’ve fought tooth and nail for you when you broke it off with her. She wouldn’t have stood for it. She would have done everything in her power to get you back, and she didn’t even try hard enough. Instead, she went to Lex, and tried to be with him because he showed her a little attention.”

Clark’s face looked pained. “I know.”

She smiled sadly at him. “I know Lana was your first love. Your first everything. But, you have to move on.”

Clark smiled. “You frighten me at how much you’re always right.”

Chloe shook her head. “It isn’t about being right. Its about common sense, and me caring for you. Clark, you’re my best friend, and you’re an amazing person. You deserve better than Lana.”

And she meant it. Clark had grown so much over the past year. No matter if he still saw things as black and white or that he’s still self righteous to a fault. She had somehow lost sight at how selfless Clark can be. How much he always wants to help.

“I think I always thought this Chloe. I just.. I just needed to hear it.”

Chloe smiled. “Well, you heard it. Now just listen this time?”

Clark hugged her. “Thanks Chlo.”

She smiled as she squeezed him. “I try. Now I have to run.”

“Where you going?”

“I’m going to listen to myself for once.”

********

Chloe called Lex’s cell phone for the third time, frowning when all she got was the voicemail.

She knew leaving him alone had been a mistake. She was going to fight for him. She wasn’t going to let him push her away. She was not letting him get off that easy.

“Hello, Helga. Is Lex-” She trailed off as Helga shook her head sadly.

“Mr. Luthor has gone and taken a business trip to England.”

Chloe’s eyes widened in surprise. “England?” She shook her head in disbelief. “Do you know when he’ll be back?”

Helga shook her head. “No, he only told me to tell you he was sorry.”

Chloe looked down at her hands. Apparently he was sorry enough to go halfway across the world to get away from her. “Oh, Okay. I guess I’ll be going then.”

“Chloe?” Helga called, and she paused before turning to face the older woman. “Why don’t you come inside, and I’ll make you some tea.”

*********

The warmth from the chamomile tea made Chloe’s insides warm, and made the sick feeling she felt slightly better.

“You feeling better sweetie?”

Chloe smiled softly. “Depends on your definition of feeling better.”

Helga laughed loudly as she wiped off the counter, and reached to pour herself a cup of tea. “You remind me so much of my daughter Diana.”

Chloe smiled, surprised. “You have a daughter?”

Helga nodded. “I do. She’s just about Lex’s age. She lives in California.”

“She must be very luck to have a mother like you.”

Helga smiled sadly. “Thank you. But, unfortunately she doesn’t think so.”

“Well, what do you mean?”

“I know my daughter loves me, but we don’t always see eye to eye on things. I sometimes think she’s ashamed that I’ve been a maid all my life.”

Chloe frowned deeply. How could someone ever be ashamed of such a loving caring woman like Helga.

Helga squeezed her hand. “Oh honey, don’t worry about that. That’s just Diana being Diana. I love her no matter what. You just worry about your own problems.”

Chloe looked down into her mug with a sad smile. “My problems. Seems my problem decided to go halfway across the world away from me.”

“You love him.” It wasn’t a question.

Chloe smiled ruefully. “That obvious huh?”

Helga shrugged, leaning over to pour Chloe more tea. “Not really. I just have a hunch about these things.” She eyed Chloe carefully. “What is it about him that makes you so crazy inside?”

Chloe smiled wistfully. “Lex is a very intense man. Complex. Intelligent and handsome, and even though he doesn’t like to admit it, he’s very sweet.”

Helga smiled shaking her head. “Yes. That will make you crazy inside. He’s also very stubborn, can be pig headed and extremely clueless when it comes to women like you.”

Chloe choked on her tea as she giggled. “I didn’t want to be rude, but I though the same thing.”

Helga laughed along with her. “He wasn’t always like that though. He was such a shy child.”

Chloe looked up intrigued. “You knew Lex when he was a child?”

Helga nodded. “I’ve known Lex since he was a little baby. I’ve been working for the Luthor family for a very long while now.”

Chloe nodded in understanding, and she leaned forward. “What was he like?”

“He’ll probably won’t like me telling you this, but what the hell. Its punishment for him going off and leaving like a coward.” She reached for a box of Yardley cookies, and put it on the plate in front of Chloe. “As I said before. Lex was always a shy child. Quiet. Kept to himself a lot. But so very sweet, and he stuck to Lillian like glue. Lionel didn’t really like that much.”

Chloe’s eyes narrowed. “He’s a bastard.”

Helga chuckled. “Yes, I agree.” She bit her lip as she continued more sadly. “Lex changed after the accident. Things changed for him. Lionel grew colder. Children grew crueler toward him. He spent months in and out of hospitals. He even stopped speaking for a whole year. It was as if he closed in on himself.”

Chloe shook her head sadly. “He does that sometimes even now.”

Helga nodded. “After Lillian died, I think it destroyed him, and it made things even worse for him. Especially after being raised by a man like Lionel.”

Chloe knew what it was like to be in the grips of someone like Lionel. It nearly destroyed her. But, being raised by him. Suffering years from his ridicules and tricks, and verbal abuse. She could understand why Lex is the way he is.

“After he turned seventeen, he moved out of his father’s home, and asked me to come with him.”

Chloe smiled. “Really?”

Helga nodded. “Yes. And I was honored, I’ve always kept my eyes on him. Always took care of him when his mother wasn’t around. I just wished I’d done more for him. Believe it or not after he moved out, he got worse. The partying. The drugs and the alcohol. I’ve had to sit with him in the hospital so many times.”

“My god.”

Helga sighed as she moved to pour herself another cup of tea. “It was just his own way of dealing with his pain. No matter how wrong it was. I figured he’d realize it was the wrong way to deal with things, but you know how he is.”

Chloe nodded. “Yes.”

“After he moved to Smallville things were okay with him. Minus all the times he was shot. Or the wives who tried to murder him. Or the friends who betrayed him.”

“Seems like smallville was more trouble than Metropolis.” Chloe sighed.

“Yes,” Helga said. “Seems like. Lex really valued his friendship with that Kent boy. For once I thought he had a friend who didn’t judge him because of his last name. Anything Clark asked for. Money, cars, favors. Lex gave it all up without a question. Now I don’t know what went on between those two, but I know you don’t give up on your friends.”

Chloe nodded. “I know.”

“Then that damn Lana Lang girl kept coming around, and I didn’t like her one bit. I had no problem with letting her know that.”

Once again, Chloe choked on her tea. “You did?”

Helga nodded. “Oh yes. There are many ways you can let a person know you don’t like them without actually saying it to their face. I just wasn’t buying what she was selling. Her innocence and naiveté just grated on my nerves. Lex didn’t need someone like her.”

Chloe threw her hand up. “That’s what I was saying….” she trailed off as she thought how Helga treated her in the beginning. It all made sense now. She thought Chloe was going to use Lex. Thought Chloe was going to throw their friendship away when it was of no use to her anymore. She could tell now that Helga was very protective of Lex.

Helga patted her hand. “Don’t worry dear. You passed the test.”

“Well, thank goodness.” She laughed.

“No, I think you’re good for him. You’re just what he needs.”

Chloe’s smile faded a bit. “I hope he thinks the same way.”

Helga watched Chloe with a secret smile. If she only knew how many times Lex has asked about her. How happier he seems so much more happier when she was around. How He looks at her when he thinks no one is watching. She won’t tell these things to Chloe because she wants Chloe to find out for herself. It will be much more sweeter when she does.

“I’m sure he will honey. I’m sure he will.”

***********

One week turned into two. Two turned into three, and Chloe was slowly starting to get pissed. Three weeks, and Lex still hadn’t come home. If it wasn’t for his short and brief phone calls and e-mails she received once in a while, she would have surely had a nervous break down already.

He was in Japan now. She never asked when he was returning, and she was sure he was grateful for that. She also never tells him how angry she is for his leaving because frankly she wanted to tell him face to face. So instead of drowning herself in her sorrows, she decided to bury herself into her job and school work. She had been working on three assignments, one of those assignments were her Platman industries drug ring scandal. The same assignment she had promised Lex she wouldn’t be working on anymore, but after receiving some interesting information, she just couldn’t leave it alone. Plus she was really angry at Lex so she decided to break her promise to him.

“Sullivan, where is that Augusta report I assigned you last week?”

“I already sent it to the presses Mr. Harrower.” Chloe sighed, not looking up from her computer.

“Good, and I want that Platman industries report soon. What the hell is taking you so long?”

Chloe looked at him annoyed. “I’m trying sir.”

“Well try harder Sullivan!”

“Look, you just gave me three other assignments! If you want the story to be perfect then get the hell off of my back and give me a break!”

The hustle and bustle of the office suddenly stopped, and all was quiet. Chloe looked away from Harrower to see everyone staring at her with shocked expressions on their faces. Chloe looked back up at Harrower a terrified look on her face. She was sure this was the end of her Daily Planet career. “Mr. Harrower- I’m-”

“Fine,” He said with an amused smile while holding up his hand. “Just get those assignments in. On time.”

The hustle and bustle started up again, and Chloe sighed in relief.

Boy was she really pissed at Lex.

********

“Nothing like a stake out on a Saturday night.” Chloe mumbled as she bit into her candy bar. On a usual Saturday night, she’d be spending it with Lex. But, he was still in Japan doing whatever the hell it is he had to do there. A whole month and a half had passed by now, and her anger level at him had went up a few notches. But, forgetting about that, she was more upset now that she was working on a Saturday night instead of doing whatever the hell it was nineteen year olds her age do. She had called Clark, but he wasn’t home. She had called Lois, but she was mysteriously not answering her cell phone.

She had been bored. Then strangely depressed because her circle of friendship only consisted of three people. So, instead of sitting around doing nothing. She put on her newly purchased black wig, and large dark sunglasses, and made her way downtown to one of the warehouses owned by Platman Industries. Learning a lesson from her near death by knifing, she had decided not to go into the building where the bad guys were. So here she was now, leaning behind an old abandoned car, binoculars around her neck, and camera in her hand. Waiting for something juicy to happen.

“Here we go.” she mumbled, throwing her candy bar down, and grabbing at her binoculars as a van pulled up in front of the warehouse. She watched through the binoculars as a guy dressed in a black suit walked out of the front entrance of the warehouse. She dropped the binoculars, and picked up her small camera as a man dressed in a delivery uniform stepped out of the van holding two large blue boxes. She squinted as she snapped pictures; focusing on the exchange between the two men. She moved her attention toward the white van, zooming in on the name painted on side of the van.

“Lucas Delivers,” she muttered, still snapping pictures. “Why does that sound familiar?”

Someone shouted, and she turned her attention back to the two men, stepping closer to get a better look as she watched the man in the suit shove the delivery man hard. “Could really use Clark’s super hearing right now.” Her eyes widened as she watched the suited man punch the delivery guy hard in the gut. She snapped more pictures. “Oh my god,” she whispered, as she watched the suited man pull out a gun. She stepped back, missing her footing on the curb and tripping, knocking over the garbage, and causing a loud stir.

“Hey!”

She looked up to see the suited man yelling at her. “Shit!” She stood up quickly, and began to run in the direction she first came.

He chased her. “Hey! Come back here!”

Chloe ran as fast as her legs would take her. She turned left on forth street, and glanced behind her screaming out as she saw the suited man behind her. Her fear and adrenaline caused her to move faster. She prayed, thankful that she was on a public street, and suit man wouldn’t be able to shoot at her. She cried out in relief as she saw the bus was making its way toward her stop. She ran faster ignoring suit man’s call.

“Hey!”

“Wait!” She called finally reaching the bus just as it was about to pull off. “Wait! Open the door please!” She cried, sighing in relief as the bus suddenly stopped, and its doors flew open. She hurried on, turning to face the doors as they closed on suited man. She panted heavily as the bus began to pull off, ignoring suited man’s scream for it to stop.

*******
Instead of going back to the Planet to develop her pictures like she had been planning to do, Chloe decided to make her way to Lois’ apartment in the hopes that she could get in some girl bonding. That is, after she had her shower to wash off the stink of garbage and gasoline from knocking down that garbage, and sitting behind the back of a bus. The wonderful life of a field reporter.

She slid her key Lois had given her into the lock and turned, groaning in frustration when she noticed the chain was on the door. “Lois!” She called through the small crack. “Why is the chain on the door? I know you’re in there.”

She stepped back as the door was closed in her face, and she heard the sounds of the chain being removed. The door opened a crack, and Lois pushed her head through. “Chloe?” she squeaked. “What do you want?”

Chloe raised an eyebrow. “I want to come inside. I’ve had the worst night, and I just want to take a shower, and vege out with you. I was thinking we could have a little girls night, watch a few Keanue movies. You know, the usual thing we do because we don’t have any boyfriends.” She tried to push her way into the apartment, but Lois stopped her, blocking the entrance with her body.

“Chloe,” Lois started. “I don’t think this is a good time right now.”

Chloe eyed her incredulously. “Not a good time? Lois, why am I still in the hallway? What are you playing at? Stop kidding around, and let me-” Chloe trailed off as she observed her cousin. Lois stood there, nervous look on her face. Hair mussed, and face flushed. Not to mention the silk robe she was wearing, which she was obviously naked underneath.

“Oh man,” Chloe giggled. “Who’s in there?”

“What?” Lois said nervously. “I don’t know what you’re talking about.”

Chloe raised an eyebrow. “Oh please, The hair, the flushed face, the giant hickey on your neck.”

Lois’s eyes widened as her hand shot up to her neck. Chloe giggled even louder.

“So, cousin, who’s in there?”

“No one! Now go back to- Hey!” Lois screamed as Chloe shouldered her way inside the apartment.

Chloe walked wrinkling her nose at the heavy sex smell coming from towards the bedroom. “Who is it Lois? Is it that politician with the small-Oh my god!”

“Lois, I didn’t see any whipped cream in your refrigerator, but you did have some sy- Chloe!”

“Clark!” Chloe screamed, staring in shock at a very naked Clark.

Clark grabbed the pillow, and held it in front of himself. “Chloe,” He started slowly. “Its not what it looks like!”

Chloe looked over her shielded eyes. “I think its exactly what it looks like.” She looked over at Lois giggling madly. “Oh man, definitely not Greg the politician huh?”

Lois glared at her. “His name was Dan, and no its not! Get out Chloe!”

Chloe held her hands up still giggling. She glanced over at a blushing Clark who gripped a bottle of chocolate syrup so tightly in his hand that it was starting to spill out of the bottle and down his wrist. “I’ll see you guys- around. And don’t use too much chocolate.”

“Chloe!” They both yelled, and she turned to go, cackling loudly as Lois slammed the door in her face. She shook her head guessing Clark took her advice after all.

********

“I can’t believe we’re going to be Juniors next semester.”

Chloe smiled over at Lana as she packed up her last box. “I Know.”

Lana shook her head. “I can’t believe you found your own apartment.”

Chloe actually could believe it. She had been saving up as soon as she got her full time permanent position at the Planet. She hated living on campus. She hated the no privacy factor, more so she hated the sudden sex escapades Lana and her new boyfriend Robert frequented in every other night.

“Well, that’s it.” Chloe said pulling keys out of her pocket, and placing them in Lana’s open hand. “Be sure to drop those off at Residence life for me okay?”

Lana nodded, pulling a surprised Chloe into a hug. “I know we aren’t as close as we use to be, but it was great having you as a room mate.”

Chloe felt bad as she lied. “You too. See you around Lana.”

Lana waved at her a small smile on her face, and Chloe closed the door, ending that chapter of her life, ready for a new one.

******

“Can I help you with that?”

Chloe stared shocked into silence as she stared at Lex, who was leaning against a silver Ferrari a hesitant smile on his face. He looked extremely good as always impeccably dressed in a gray colored sweater with black slacks. He had on dark sunglasses, and it annoyed her that she couldn’t see his eyes.

The hesitant smile he had slowly disappeared, and he stood up straighter, looking uncomfortable with her gawking at him. He took his shades off. “Chloe?”

She blinked.

“Tell me a secret?”

She blinked again, and opened her mouth. “I think-” Her eyes narrowed. “I think you’re an asshole for going away half way across the globe for two months!”

Something close to relief flashed across Lex’s face as he nodded. “I think I agree.”

Chloe walked closer toward him, and dropped the box she was holding. “I’m going to hug you now, but I still think you’re an asshole.”

Lex smiled wrapping his arms around her in a very tight hug. “Its very good to see you Chloe.”

Chloe squeezed him tight in her arms, breathing in the familiar scent of his cologne. “I missed you too Lex.” She stepped back from him with a small smile.

Lex ran a hand down her hair. “You look good. You grew your hair out.”

Chloe tried very hard to ignore the shiver from his touch caused. “Huh? Oh.” she touched her hair that was now shoulder length. “Thanks. You look good too.” Boy did he look good.

He smiled. “I got you something.” He said, turning and reaching through the window of his car. “Here.” He handed her a gift bag.

She pulled the box from the bag, and her eyes widened. “Oh my goodness! The Canon EOS 3d! They only make these cameras in Japan Lex Thank-” she trailed off, and narrowed her eyes at him. “I’m still pissed at you.”

Lex snapped his fingers. “I tried.” He reached for the box. “I could always send it back.”

Chloe held the box out of his reach. “No! its mine.” she caressed the box with a small smile.

Lex shook his head. “Its really nice to see you Chloe.”

She smiled at him before kicking her box over toward him. “Pick that up, and come with me please.”

Frowning, Lex did as she requested, following her to her car that was parked across the street. “Chloe?”

“Get in.” She said, opening up her trunk and gently placing her gift inside.

Lex stared at her car, then at her. “I’m not driving in this heap.”

She gasped. “My car is no heap! Now get in.”

Lex stared critically at her car. “But, it’s a beetle. I can’t be seen in this thing.”

Chloe glared at him as she pulled the top down. “You are a snob and a half Lex Luthor. Now stop whining and get in.”

Lex did, grumbling under his breath with words Chloe couldn’t quite make out. He sat stiffly next to her as he looked around the inside of her car. “We’re going to have to work on getting you a more adult car.”

“Jerk.” She said, as she started up the car.

“Where are we going?”

She glanced at him with a small smile. “To the place I was going to take you the day you left for your very long business trip.”

“Which is?”

“You’ll find out when we get there.”

“You do know that I hate surprises.”

“All the more reason for me to not tell you.”

He sighed. “This is punishment isn’t it?”

“Only the me not telling you and the driving part. We could’ve taken your car by the way.”

Lex snorted. “The day I let you drive my car is the day my hair will grow back.”

Chloe giggled as she made a left down the next street.

“Chloe, are we-” Lex trailed off, and she could tell by his sudden silence that he knew where they were going.

“Here we are.” she murmured, pulling up in front of the entrance of the gravesite. She put the car in park, and glanced over at Lex who was staring out the window, his body still as a statue. “Lex?”

“Why are we here Chloe?”

Chloe reached out for his hand so that he was looking at her. “Because you need to be here Lex. Don’t you think so?”

He shrugged shaking his head. “I can’t.”

“Yes you can. I know you can. Come on.” She opened her door, and shut it closed, sighing in relief when he did the same.

She could see Lillian’s memorial the further they walked inside the grave yard. She paused when they got a few feet away. “I’ll just wait here.” She said, and he shook his head.

“I’d like for you to come.”

Chloe looked at him in surprise as she let her feet follow him toward the gravesite. She could feel the emotions pouring off of him the longer they stared down at his mother’s grave. She could feel how tense he was. He sighed and took a deep breath letting his body relax before kneeling down in front of the grave.

She felt like an intruder watching Lex do something so intimate and private. He didn’t say anything. Just gently wiped the leaves off the large hedge stone while switching the dead flowers with the new ones he had arranged to be delivered every month. He stared at the hedge stone for a very long time, a small smile on his face, and she could tell he was getting lost deep in his memories.

“She was the only person I knew that could go toe to toe with my father when it came to verbal sparring. She always won.” He glanced back at Chloe. “I think that’s why he married her.”

Chloe stepped forward with a smile. “I bet she was a beautiful woman.”

Lex nodded as he stood up. “In more ways than one. She would’ve liked you.” He ran his hand across her face. “Thank you for bringing me here Chloe.”

Chloe closed her eyes for the kiss, but they shot open when he kissed her forehead instead.

Lex was smiling down at her fondly. “Lets go back now.”

“Okay.” she mumbled confused.

******
“What are you doing this Thursday evening?”

Chloe looked up at Lex as they stood in front of his car. “Well I was planning on washing my hair, but nothing really. Why?”

He pulled out a golden invitation, and handed it to her, watching as her eyes widened.

“The Business Mogul banquet! Lex the planet has been trying to get an invitation to this for months.”

“Wear something nice.”

She raised an eyebrow at him. “And just what do I get out of this?”

He smiled. “You get a story.”

“Hmm, and what do you get?”

He laughed. “I don’t get to be bored. I’ll pick you up at eight.”

Chloe smiled as she watched him walk away. “I’m still pissed at you! And you don’t even know my new address.”

He turned to face her. “Sure I do. Eight o’ clock.” He reminded, getting into his car, and driving off fast.

******
“Hello?”

“Hey cousin.”

“If you’re calling me to ask about Clark then I’m going to kill you.”

Chloe giggled. “No. No. I’ll ask about that later. I was wondering if you could help me pick out a dress?”

TBC

[Kit Merlot]

This was an awesome update!

Good for Chloe for telling Clark the truth about Lana, and he and Lois really are a perfect fit;)

And I actually wish Lex had a Helga in his life--someone who loves him and watches out for him.

This is an excellent story:D

[letia84]

GAH that was so much in there to talk about. First off great up date. This was the best part for me.


“I think Lana is a bitch.” You had me laughing out loud when I read that.

I like the talk with Helga shows us more of Lex they forget about on the show. Lana is a hoe and it's about time someone said it. Nice try Lex with the camera.

Lois with Clark. LOL:rofl: That was great. She need some Smallville in her.

The last bit at the gravesite was really nice. I like that she took him there. He needed to do that. He needed to go and I like that she was there for him.

Great update falling in love with this fic more with each chapter. PPMS (still waiting on my smut... the party well lead to other things?)

[westwingwolf]

Lex is a cowardly jerk for skipping out on Chloe like that but at least he's back now and is trying to correct his wrongs. I love Helga, you can always tell a good person by how they judge Lana. Oooooh Lois and Clark and I think I got some images during that scene that I really didn't need. How come everyone is this story is getting some except Lex and Chloe? I think that needs to be remedied right now.

[trixie mcbimbo]

Lana is a bitch AND Clois + whipped cream makes for a very good fic. Oh, and all the angsty Chlex is nice too.

[lj715]

Loved the update! Lex was such an ass for leaving Chloe for 2 whole months. I hope they can make things right now. Had to laugh when Chloe walked in on Clark & Lois. Yes, Chloe...Lana IS a bitch. Glad she said that out loud. Can't wait for the next chapter.

[xxasaxx]

I love this!! update soon!!

[star del mar]

Aghh! That was SUCH a great update. I can't believe that Lex actually left for two months, I know he was probably feeling all out of sorts but that was kind of messed up. He redeemed himself by at least checking in but still, not cool. But he came back and I have admit that I really love their "Tell me a secret?" It's very them and I like the fact that Lex uses it to bring them back to a place of familiarity. But what's with kissing her forehead? He's not her uncle for God's sake, lol. But now he's taking her to a ball, I bet she'll knock his socks off. I loved it! Great update!

Steph*

[hfce]

That was so good. I can'[t believe Lex stayed away fro 2 months the jerk. He better not do that again. ;)



Hope ;)

[Krysia]

Well I'm glad there is still hope for Clark. I do wonder what Lanas reactio is going to be once she needs something , goes to Clark and he won't just drop everything he was doing and help her right away. I knew there was a reason I liked Helga. I'm glad Lex has someone looking out for him, and now sice she does like Chloe I'm sure she will do everything in her power to get those two together. My first thought when Lex showed her the invitation was, she will probably run into the suit guy who was chasing her, there. I can't wait for the party.

[meg20]

Great update!!!
Lex was such a jerk to go away for so long, but love Helga in this she is so sweet!
Glad that Chloe finally told Clark what kind of person Lana is and he listened to her and moved on with Lois:grin3:
I'm happy for Chloe that she got her own apartement, so that she doesn't have to stand Lana anymore!
Also it was very sweet from her to take Lex to his mother's graveside and love what Lex said about his mother, that goes about Chloe too!!!
Hope they have some fun in the next chap!!!

[pipersmum]

He went away for two months!!!! What an idiot! Helga is lovely I loved her little chat with Chloe especially as she dosn't like lana!!

Clark getting caught naked at Lois's place by Chloe was hilarious! LOL I could see it in my head and made me grin!

What a snob Lex is not wanting to get in Chloe's beetle!!!

I wonder what sort of dress Chloe will wear maybe a red one??? I can't wait to find out update soon please. :)

[teb85]

Fantastic update ! I loved it and as usual can't wait for more !

[kimbo]

Thanks a lot for all the feedback guys :) just wanted to say that and to tell you the next part will be up later today or tonight!:blinkkiss

[Buri_23]

Dude,
you have got to come back with an update soon, like right now!!!!!! Sorry, just really pissed off from watching Smallville last night (I don't know what the hell I was thinking, and worst of all, I saw the worst parts of Bleacch lexana) and I absolutely neeeeed you to continue posting asap!!!! PLease!!!!

[JDS]

Awesome awesome.And Can I just say that I think Clark and Lois should be a couple in this fic!! hehehe ;) ;) I do love this fic. I need more more more.

[autumngold]

I really wish Lex hadn't left for so long, but I'm so glad he's back!! I'm getting more worried for Chloe trying to cover her story, be there for Lex (even if he's half way across the world), and attend college!! At least she got away from Lana!! Can't wait for your next update!!

[Chica]

I just caught up with all the updates....i am enjoying this fic so much. :wub: I really love the way you have protrayed the charaters in your story :clapclap: !!!! Please update soon.....

[kimbo]

Thanks again for all the feedback, and sorry for the delay I’ve had a crazy week, not to mention the whole chapter deleting when I typed it up! Anway, here’s the first part of chapter 9. I hope you all enjoy!

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Chapter 9 (Part 1)

Thursday Afternoon

“What about this one?”

Lois frowned deeply as she eyed the beige pleated bust v-neck dress. “It looks like you have five stomachs.”

Chloe looked down at herself, before laughing loudly, quieting down when the other women started looking at her, an annoyed expression on their faces. “You’re going to get us kicked out of this nice store.” She said, unzipping the side of the dress so that she could take it off.

Lois snorted as she glared right back at them. “Please,” She said. “Like these snobs never heard anyone laugh before.”

Chloe slid the dress she wore down her body, placed it back on its hanger. “I just hope I find the right dress this time. Because five boutiques in one day? I’m slowly going insane.”

Lois nodded. “Yes. Plus, I think I’m starting to feel smothered by all of this snobbery. But, its worth it because we have to find you the perfect get laid dress.”

Chloe reached for the next dress and slid it on. “I hope so because if he doesn’t take what he obviously wants I’m going to scream. What about this one?”

Lois shook her head. “Too pink. Hey, you didn’t even blush this time. Good girl.”

Chloe groaned in annoyance as she slipped the pink dress off, and put it back onto the rack. “I don’t have time to blush. I’m too frustrated right now.”

Lois handed her the next dress. “And him leaving for two months certainly didn’t help matters. Which brings up the question as to why you aren’t pissed at him?”

Chloe’s eyes narrowed as she thought about Lex’s sudden departure. “Oh I’m pissed,” she said, as she stepped into the dress. “And I will let him know that eventually, but right now my libido is in over drive, and I refuse to ignore it.”

Lois grinned at her. “Preserve the sexy first then get angry. You’ve finally learned grasshopper.”

She turned so that Lois could zip her up. “I know he wants it, and I’m not letting him get away without fucking me just because he thinks I’m a virgin!”

Everyone in the dressing room once again turned to look at Chloe.

Lois smiled at them. “She hasn‘t taken her meds today,” She said before turning back to her cousin, her grin even wider. “I’ve created a monster.”

Chloe nodded. “Yes. I think you have. I’m becoming too tired and too horny to wait any longer. What about this one?”

Lois tilted her head to the side as Chloe did a little twirl. “It makes you look like you have a fat ass.”

“What?” Chloe gasped, turning her back to the mirror so that she could look down at her butt. “Crap,” She sighed. “It does look like I have a fat ass.” She moaned in annoyance. “Oh, god. Lois, what am I going to do?”

Lois stood, unzipping the red dress. “Here. Try on the black one.”

Chloe bit her lip as she glanced back at her cousin with a questioning gaze. “Speaking of getting laid-”

“Don’t-” Lois warned. She helped Chloe into the dress.

Chloe huffed. “Don’t what? You didn’t even let me finish my question so how did you know what I was even going to say?”

Lois glared at her. “Because I know you and I know you’re going to ask me about Clark. So don’t.”

“That’s not fair,” Chloe argued with a small pout. “You ask me about Lex all the time, and the first minute I ask you about your now existing sex life, you go on the defensive.”

Lois’s glare vanished, and she sighed as she sat down onto one of the fancy cushioned benches. “Fine,” she muttered. “Ask away.”

Chloe turned to face her, a small smile on her face. “How did this little…. Tryst come to pass?”

Lois glared at her. “It wasn’t a tryst.” she replied icily.

Chloe rolled her eyes. “Whatever. How did it happen?”

Lois looked down at her hands before taking a deep breath. “He was carrying a few boxes up from the talon for me-”

“Are you still stealing toilet paper and condiments from there?” Chloe cut in.

Lois shamed not sorry. “Hey, half of those boxes aren’t even being opened. So I figured why not save some money?”

Chloe shook her head. “That is the most pathetic thing I’ve heard all day.”

“Anyway,” Lois continued. “As I was saying, he was carrying up a few boxes for me, and afterward I asked if he wanted a beer-”

“And naturally he accepted.”

“Do you wish to tell the story Chlo?”

Chloe held up her hands. “Sorry. Continue.”

“Anyway, we were sitting on my couch enjoying a beer, and I of course was busy teasing him about something or other. Then he made a joke that was surprisingly funny and I laughed. Then I started noticing how his muscles were suddenly very bulgy and how he looked really good in that t-shirt he always wore. The next I know my lips were on his and then our clothes were off!”

Chloe blinked. Then blinked again. And this time everyone in the dressing room turned to stare at Lois.

Lois crossed her arms in front of her chest as she raised her chin at them. “I haven’t had my meds today either.”

Chloe just shook her head. “I don’t know what to say.”

Lois groaned slouching in her seat. “Its horrible I know.”

Chloe stepped forward shaking her head frantically. “No. No. Its not horrible. I think its wonderful. My two best friends getting together-”

Lois eyed her incredulously. “Clark and I are not together.”

Chloe frowned in confusion. “Why not?”

“Because it was just a one time thing,” She replied venomously. “Well, a one time thing that happened three times, but that’s besides the point. It was one night, and it’ll never happen again yah hear?”

Still confused Chloe asked again. “Why?”

Lois sighed as she explained impatiently. “Clark isn’t my type,” She smiled wistfully. “Although he is really good in bed. He does this thing with his tongue where-”

“Lois, too much info.” Chloe cut in.

“He’s just so… sweet. Too sweet.” Lois continued getting back on subject. “And normal. Normal farm boy is what he is, and I just don’t see anything happening with us.”

Chloe couldn’t voice just how wrong her cousin was. Clark was a farm boy. Yes. But normal? Not so much. He was far off the normal scale. He wasn’t on any scale. She knew Clark could be overly sweet too, but sweet is what her cousin needed. She knew Lois, and she knew Lois was hard on the outside and on the inside too. But, once you get through all of that hardness, she had a soft chewy side that was as sweet as candy. Chloe knew Clark as well, and she knew as dumb as he could be at times, she knew he would be the one to break through all of that hardness Lois carried around, and she had a suspicion that Lois knew that too.

“What?” Lois asked suspiciously. She visibly squirmed in her seat. “Stop looking at me like that.”

Chloe smiled. “Like what?”

Lois pointed at her. “Like that! You’re giving me a look. What is it?”

Chloe turned away from her to face the mirror as she mumbled something.

Lois narrowed her eyes. “What?”

Chloe turned to face her with a knowing smile. “You’ve been clarkized.”

“What? You’re talking crazy.”

Chloe shook her head. “No I’m not. You’ve had the first taste of being Clarkized. Once you get a taste there is no going back. One look into that blue green gaze and you’re lost.”

“Oh Shut up,” Lois scoffed. “There is no such thing as being Clarkized.”

Chloe just shrugged. “Believe what you want. I’m just telling you that Clark doesn’t do one night stands. Once he’s in. He’s in.”

Now Lois looked nervous. “Yeah right.”

Chloe looked at her seriously. “Just remember when you two have great sex again-”

Lois glared at her. “We won’t!”

“That you’ve been warned.” Chloe finished with a small knowing smile.

Lois suitably ignored her and changed the subject. “Turn around I think this may be the dress.”

Chloe turned to look into the mirror. “You think?”

She was wearing a Vera Wang black lustrous satin jeweled back halter dress. It had a plunging halter neckline, pleated bust, and the back was open with a beaded charm hanging in the center. It fell down all the way to her ankles, and it fit her perfectly, hugging her curves in all the right places.

Lois nodded as she smiled, smoothing her hands down Chloe‘s sides, adjusting the dress.. “Oh yes. This is definitely the get laid dress.”

Chloe smiled excitedly. “Oh I hope so. Its so beautiful…” she trailed off as she looked at the five hundred and twenty dollar price tag. Her smile faded. “Maybe this isn’t the right dress. Lois, I can’t afford this.”

Lois waved her hand. “Sure you can. I’ll give you half of the money.”

Chloe’s smile returned as she took the dress off. “You really don’t have to.”

Lois just smiled. “Of course I do. I don’t work for the senator for nothing. You just remember to call me the morning after the great sex okay?”

Chloe laughed. “Okay.”

**********

“Just remember to bend over in front of him as many times a possible.”

“Lois, for the last time I am not doing that.”

She pouted. “You’re no fun.”

Chloe stumbled into her shoe. “And you’re a freak.” She smoothed her hands down her dress. “Okay. So, how do I look?”

Lois looked over her cousin, smiling and silently patting herself on the back at the wonderful job she’s done. “You look gorgeous.”

Chloe frowned, feeling self conscious as she turned to look at herself in the full length mirror Clark had given her. “You sure? I don’t look stupid do I? Maybe I should have wore my hair down? Or maybe my make up is-”

“Hey,” Lois cut in concerned. “Up is good. Your make up is fine. Your beautiful Chloe. What’s with the worrying?”

Chloe looked embarrassed as she answered. “I just want to look good- for him.”

Lois nodded in understand as she put her arm around Chloe’s shoulders. “Trust me on this one. You look perfect, and Lex Luthor is going to have a hard time keeping his eyes off you. Especially your boobs.”

Chloe laughed, and elbowed Lois in the stomach. “What time is it?”

Lois checked her watch. “Its 7:55. Which means-” She trailed off as a soft knock was heard on the door. “He’s early.”

Chloe felt nervous energy buzz around her as she reached for the door and opened it.

He stood there, a bouquet of white roses in his hand, impeccably dressed in a black tuxedo that fit his body just perfectly. Her eyes zeroed in on the sparkling platinum cufflinks that held his cuffs together. He looked exactly like he stepped out of GQ magazine.

Lois watched as the two of them stared at each other silently, almost hungrily. She cleared her throat, and stepped forward, snatching the roses from his hand with a smile “I’ll put these in some water.”

“Hi,” Chloe said finally, and Lex blinked before smiling.

“Hi yourself. You look great by the way.”

Chloe felt tingling in her stomach. “Thanks. You don’t look so bad yourself.”

“Yes. Yes. Time to go. ” Lois said nudging Chloe forward. “You two kids have fun.” She exclaimed handing Chloe her small purse. “I’ll lock the doors when I leave, oh and don’t drink too much champagne. It gives you a headache.” She ushered Chloe out into the hallway. “Have fun!”

Chloe frowned in confusion as her apartment door was slammed behind them. She felt her face heat up in embarrassment. She looked up at Lex surprised to see him smiling in obvious amusement. “Sorry,” she said softly. “She has this thing in her head where she has to sometimes take on the role of my mother.”

Lex nodded. “I understand.” He held his arm out. “Shall we?”

More tingles in her stomach as she entwined her arm with his own.

******

Chloe didn’t even bother asking nor was she surprised that Lex knew her new address. She knew he would only say he has his “sources”. Also, him having the ability to know everything both freaked her out and turn her on at the same time. However, she was surprised at how close he sat next to her in the limousine. So close in fact, that their thighs were touching. She could feel the heat from his body. Could smell the intoxicating scent of his cologne.

She crossed her legs, and glanced up at him, noticing he had that look on his face he used when he was thinking about something serious. “So,” she started. “Who do I expect to see at this banquet?”

He smiled wryly. “some of the most richest boring snobs you’ll ever meet.”

She raised an eyebrow. “Sounds fun.”

“Not really,” He said dryly. “This is the worse part of my job.”

Chloe gave him a look. “Then if you hate it so much why even come? Why not get someone else to show up for you?”

Lex looked at her as if she asked him to wear plaid. “I have to make appearances Chloe. Besides this is the best time to talk business. Everyone’s guard is down.”

Chloe smiled knowingly. “Except yours.”

Lex picked something off of his pants leg as he nodded. “Except mine.”

They both stared at each other silently. Chloe couldn’t stop herself from glancing down at his lips that she so desperately wanted to kiss. Just as soon as the opportunity showed itself, it was gone. She frowned in confusion as he suddenly turned away with a loud sigh.

“Here we go.” he murmured, and she blinked noticing for the firs time that the car had made a complete stopped. His driver opened his door, and he stepped out, turning and reaching for Chloe’s hand so he could help her out as well.

Chloe had never been to this side of Metropolis. She stared up at the mammoth building that was Metrostein ballroom and country club where only the most elite and famous were allowed.

She tried very hard to keep the awe out of her voice as she spoke. “This is very nice.”

Lex nodded as he reached for her arm again. He gave her a secret smile. “It is.” They walked past a large water fountain, and up the steps.

She paused when they reached the stop, staring down at the large round gray and purple owned by LuthorCorp logo painted in the middle of the entry hall floor. “Wait a minute,” She glanced up at Lex surprised. “You own this building?”

Lex glanced down at the logo then looked up as if he were thinking. “I guess I do.”

She pursed her lips at him. “Arrogant.”

He smiled as he gently pulled her so that they continued walking “Thank you.”

They both noticed a few people mingling in the halls as they walked through. She could readily admit she felt slightly more important walking next to a powerful man such as Lex. Each person they passed said his name in greeting, and he just smoothly acknowledged them with a slight tilt of his head.

The doors to the ballroom opened to reveal a beautifully decorated room which was covered in gold and whites. The ceiling was covered in a billowy white fabric which had lights inside of them. Streamers and balloons were everywhere. The lights muted to a soft yellow, making the room give off a dreamy look. In the far corner were four violin players and a harp player playing a soft tune. She had never seen anything this beautiful in all of her life. “Wow.”

Suddenly the music stopped, and everyone turned to stare at them.

“Mr. Lex Luthor and a Ms. Chloe Sullivan has just arrived.” A voice from some place Chloe couldn’t see announced.

She stepped closer toward Lex as everyone began to applaud. “Wow.”

The look lex gave her as they walked further inside were both embarrassed and arrogant.

Yes, she was definitely turned on.

*******

“One night, Dick and I came home late. We decided not to wake Maria, so instead, we microwaved our own soup! Of course, it was a horrible mess, but Maria didn’t mind cleaning it up.”

Chloe was going to kill Lex. How dare he? How dare he leave her alone with Karin, Kitty, and Elyzabeth. Three of the most dumbest ignorant snobs you’ll ever have the sad opportunity to meet. They just spewed out thoughtless useless unimportant thoughts that made Chloe want to rip her hair out from the roots.

“Oh, Lyza, you have the most wonderful tan.”

“Thanks Kitty, I was at Golden Tan the other day.”

It was like some verbal jackhammer pounding her into the head over and over again. If someone doesn’t say anything at least a little bit intellectual so she could jump into the conversation, she was going to scream.

“Just last month,” Karin said, “Biff and I were in New York City and there was this bum on the street. Well, we walked right by him just like the new Yorkers did. It was so much fun.”

The other women laughed, and Chloe’s eyes widened.

“Well, you know what they say about first impressions,” Kitty said glancing at Chloe with a smile that didn’t reach her eyes. “You only get to make one.”

Not to even mention how tall, beautiful, and blonde they were. Chloe’s smile was thin as she replied, taking a sip of her champagne. “Yes. You’re right, which means you’ve obviously failed every time on those.”

Kitty’s smile faded, and her eyes narrowed. “So you’re Lex’s flavor of the month then?”

Chloe raised an eyebrow. “Excuse me?”

“More like Flavor of the year,” Karin said with a laugh. “This is my first time seeing him with anyone for the past year and half. He doesn’t even come out to parties anymore. He’s become an absolute bore.” All three women laughed, and Chloe felt her eyes narrow.

“Didn’t you date him Kitty?” Elyza asked, still giggling.

Kitty rolled her eyes, still glaring at Chloe. “It was only one night, which I regret now that I see the company he keeps.”

That’s it. Chloe tried being cordial. She tried biting her tongue. She tried being respectful. She could only take so much. “Well,” She started in a sweet voice. “Of course Lex would stop coming around. Of course he would keep different company now because he’s tired of being around such vapid thoughtless drone bitches such as yourselves. And just so you know. Vapid is an adjective and it means dull.” She swigged the rest of her champagne, and placed it on the passing waiter’s tray. “Stay stupid bitches!” She called over her shoulder as she turned to walk away.

Karin, Kitty, and Elyzabeth all stared at her retreating figure with surprise.

“I like her.” Karin said, taking a sip of her wine and the other two girls nodded in agreement.

“Excuse me,” Chloe said, moving around a waiter as she spotted Lex across the room. Their eyes met, and he smiled at her. It faded a bit when she stopped walking toward him, and glared at him. She waved him over, and watched as he said something to the man he was speaking to before walking in her direction.

“Are you enjoying yourself?” He asked, and her eyes narrowed even more.

She snatched his glass of champagne and took a sip. “I am so angry at you for leaving me with the three heathers!”

Lex frowned in confusion. “Karin, Kitty, and Elyzabeth?”

“Yes!” She hissed. “Dumb, Dumber, and dumbest. Why would you leave me alone with such airheads?”

He gave her an innocent look. “I figured you’d want female company.”

She could see by the look on his face he was lying. “You did that on purpose. Intellectual trophy wives Lex?”

Now he was smirking. “I left in the trophy wives part. I’m surprised you didn’t pick up on that.”

“You fucked Kitty!” She knew she sounded like a child, and she regretted the words as soon as they came out of her mouth. She hadn’t really meant to say that, and she could tell by the surprised look on his face that he hadn’t expected her to say that either. She once again cursed her mouth for not being attached to her brain. However, she did know she was annoyed. Annoyed because Kitty was tall, beautiful, and although her hair was currently blonde, Chloe could tell it had once been brunette. She was also annoyed because she didn’t even understand how Lex could even be bothered with someone like Kitty, and jealous because Kitty once had her hands on Lex before she did. She knew that logic was stupid, but she just didn’t care.

She started as Lex’s hand grasped her wrist. “Sorry.” She felt her face flame in embarrassment at her outburst.

“Chloe?”

She looked up to see him eyeing her very carefully.

“That was a very long time ago. I was eighteen years old, and very stupid.”

His eyes were soft. Sincere. She could tell he was trying to appease her fears, and she was very grateful for that. She knew he didn’t do that for anyone.

“I’m sorry,” she said feeling ashamed, but then it vanished and her eyes narrowed again. “Wait a minute. Why am I sorry?” She pointed her finger in the middle of his chest. “You left me alone with them on purpose.

He gave her an annoyed look. “There is no distracting you from your anger at me is there?”

“I’m not angry at you,” She corrected. “I’m annoyed.” She eyed him suspiciously. “What were you discussing that you didn’t want me to hear?”

He smiled, tilting his head as he regarded her. “If I didn’t want you to hear, what makes you think I would tell you now?” He shoved his hands into his pockets. “Besides, I knew you could handle yourself.”

“What about my story you promised I‘d get?” She asked changing the subject. “This is the most boring party I’ve ever been to.”

He laughed while entwining his arm with her own. “Trust me. Something always happens here.” He plucked the champagne from her fingers, ignoring her annoyed look.

She tightened her hold on his arm. “Just don’t try and desert me again okay?”

“I didn’t-” He trailed off and sighed. “I promise.”

*******

“I am sorry Mr. Luthor, but I cannot accept your proposal.”

Chloe frowned as she looked up at Lex, noticing the blank look on his face.

“Look Mr. Tanaka, I know my father has given you trouble in the past, but I’m running Luthorcorp now, and Luthormed certainly has-”

“I’m sorry.” Mr. Tanaka cut in. “But anyone raised by Lionel Luthor cannot be trusted. Now if you’ll excuse me.”

Chloe glanced up at Lex, and if she wasn’t standing so close, she wouldn’t have noticed the anger and frustration blazing in his eyes or the way his body had suddenly tensed. She knew when it came to his company, he wasn’t use to not getting what he wanted. She also knew he hated and was tired of being punished for the people his father betrayed in the past. “That was cold.”

Lex sighed. “It was business.”

Chloe shrugged. “Seems to me he took it rather personal.”

He glanced over at her briefly. “Do you know who that is Chloe?”

She nodded. “Of course. He was in the Planet’s business review. That’s Takeshi Tanaka. He’s the CEO of Tanaka drugs the pharmaceutical drug company over in Edge City. He has honorary degrees, has done all types of charity work. Cancer research, wildlife preservation. He was even on the zoo committee.”

Lex nodded, still looking in Tanaka‘s direction with an almost predatory look. “He’s also involved in bank fraud, smuggling, and money laundering.”


Chloe wasn’t surprised. “Of course he would be. What are you going to do?”

Lex’s eyes seemed to turn dark as he answered. “I’m going to blackmail him, and if that doesn’t work, I’m going to snatch his company right from under him. Therein, leaving him with nothing, which would certainly ruin his life and the lives of his family.”

Chloe stared at Lex, shocked into silence. She knew she was talking to Business Lex now. Business Lex was blood thirsty and merciless. Getting what he wanted, and taking over companies with a simple snap of the wrist. He held absolutely nothing back when it came to his company, and Chloe wasn’t ashamed to say that the sheer intelligence and ruthlessness of business Lex turned her on.

“Unfortunately enough for him I don’t even need his company. Just his bid.”

She frowned confused. “Money?”

He nodded. “Money. When you start up a company you don’t always put in all of your money. You get bids from other companies and in turn you sell their products. I have eight companies backing LuthorMed.”

“Except his.” she finished, and he nodded. It was all so simple to her, and despite herself she felt very sorry for Mr. Tanaka. Sorry that he had to be so very stubborn. Sorry that his life will be ruined in less than twelve hours.

She glanced at the stage that now had a beautiful woman crooning softly to the music of a live band. Her eyes fell back onto Mr. Tanaka as an idea popped into her head. She bit her lip, and glanced at Lex. “That sounds like a fun idea, but I think I may have a better one.”

“What’s that?” He asked watching in confusion as she walked toward Mr. Tanaka.

“Tanaka-San?” Chloe said as she reached Mr. Tanaka.

He turned to face her and she smiled, bowing. “Konichiwa.”

He bowed as well, and began to quickly respond in rapid paced Japanese.

Chloe giggled girlishly. “I’m sorry. I’ve used mentored Japanese vocabulary when I said hello.”

He smiled and nodded. “Well the gesture was greatly appreciated.” She reached for his shoulder when he turned to continue his conversation.

“Mr. Tanaka, I’m Chloe Sullivan, we met at the zoo benefit last year?”

He gave her a look that he clearly didn’t remember.

She giggled again. “Well of course you don’t remember me, but I just wanted you to know that I really look up to you, and I just wanted to say thank you for all of the charities you’ve given to.” She smiled sweetly at him. “Also, I was wondering if you would care to dance. I’ve heard the rumors of how wonderful you can dance.”

Tanaka smiled as he reached for her outstretched hand. “Who am I to deny such a beautiful young woman?”

They walked onto the dance floor, and went into an easy dance. Chloe could feel Lex burning a hole through them.

She smiled at Mr. Tanaka. “Tell me. Mr. Tanaka, how is it such a man your age manages to stay so young?”

He smiled as he turned in time with the music. “Your compliments are going to give me a large head.”

Chloe giggled again. “Giving compliments is one of my best traits.”

He nodded. “I can tell. It is mine as well. You are a wonderful dancer Ms. Sullivan.”

She smiled. “Why Thank you. But I actually wanted to ask you something if you don’t mind.”

He nodded. “Go right ahead my dear.”

She bit her lip. “I was wondering what were your reasons for denying giving Mr. Luthor his bid?”

He gave her a pleasant smile. “He knows what his fathers done, and I vowed to never trust another Luthor.”

She nodded in understanding. “I understand. Trust me I do, and I know how much a snake Lionel Luthor can be. But, don’t you think its wrong to blame Lex for something his father did?”

“For rarely are sons similar to their fathers,” He quoted. “Most are worse, and a few are better than their fathers.”

Chloe held in a sigh knowing she was clearly not getting anywhere. “One can easily judge the character of a person,” She quoted back. “By the way they treat people who can do nothing for them.”

Tanaka looked both surprised and impressed. “You read Chinese proverbs?”

She nodded with a smile. “Of course. I also know you are a man with great intelligence who passing up a great opportunity.”

His smile faded slightly. “Meaning?”

“Meaning Luthormed is set to make billions of dollars, and the products he sell for the drug companies alone will make millions. I don’t understand how a man with intelligence such as yourself will pass up on making millions because of a grudge from long ago.”

The song they were dancing to ended, and another started, but Chloe pulled away from him as he sighed resignedly.

He gave her a slight smile. “You’re very good Ms. Sullivan.” He reached for her arm, and together they walked back over toward Lex who stood there with an intense look on his face.

Lex kept his gaze on Tanaka as he spoke. “Chloe?”

“You are very lucky Mr. Luthor to have such a graceful, beautiful, and intelligent women in your presence,” Tanaka said, kissing Chloe’s hand. “I apologize for my discretion earlier, and I will accept your proposal. Have your secretary fax over the proper papers.” He bowed at Chloe. “Ms. Sullivan.”

She smiled and bowed back. “Mr. Tanaka.”

She watched him walk away for a moment before glancing at Lex who was staring at her with a stupefied expression. “What?”

He blinked, and opened his mouth before closing it shut again.

“Yes?” She urged.

“What did you say to him?”

She just smiled, wrapping her arms around his neck. “A lady never reveals her secrets.”

Lex still stared down at her in amazement and something else she couldn’t really name. “Do you have any idea what you’ve just done?” He asked softly.

She gave him a duh look. “Helped you get your bid?”

His eyes softened as he pulled her closer. They slowly began to sway to the music. “You are something else Chloe.”

She melted against him, resting her head against his chest. “In a good way or bad?” Her eyes fluttered closed as she felt his thumbs caressing her back.

His lips were next to her ear as he answered. “Definitely good.”

Chloe felt herself shiver. “Okay.” she whispered, tightening her hold on him. “Lex?”

His ran his large hands down her sides as he whispered huskily into her ear. “Lets get out of here Chloe.”

She felt a shiver run down her spine as she spoke quietly. “But, I didn’t even get my-Oh.” She said surprised when he pulled her closer against his body, and she felt his reason for wanting to leave against her stomach.

She pulled away so that she could look up at him, catching a glimpse of something deep, and hot in his eyes, but then it was gone because she had closed her eyes as his lips descended onto hers in a hot but short kiss.

“Lets go.” He breathed against her lips. He gripped her hand in his own, and pulled her toward the exit.

Chloe struggled to keep up with his fast pace, and if it wasn’t for his strong grip on her hand, she would’ve sure fallen flat on her face. She couldn’t believe it was finally going to happen. If she knew sealing a business deal was all it took for Lex to want to fuck her, she would’ve done it a long time ago.

*****

TBC- I know bad of me to end there, but the next part is obviously sex, and I want to take my time writing this so it'll come out the way i want it to. Part 2 of this chapter up later this week!

[lj715]

NOOOOO!!! You CAN'T end it there. Omg, really great update. So glad Chloe is finally gonna get some action here. About time.:grin3: Can't wait for the next chapter.

[westwingwolf]

Yes! They are finally going to have sex! 'Bout damn time too. I loved everything in this part. I loved the shopping with Lois and the being 'Clarkized'. So does that meant that Chloe is becoming 'Lexized'? I love the party. Shame on Lex for leaving Chloe with those idiots, but good for her for telling them off. And she helped him with his deal, figures he'd find that hot but I suspect that's not the only reason he wants her. Good for Chloe, don't forget your anger with Lex, but use it as a means to punish him in bed.

[letia84]

GRRRRRR... Still no smut. Your a tease. That was a great update anyhow. I love Lois has been clarkized LOL:rofl: Nice banter with the ladies at the party. Lex nice in this. Still pissed he went away for so long but he's back now and ready for :yeahbaby:

[autumngold]

Excellent update!! But I just know that you wouldn't end the chapter right there, not when they're finally going to make love!! I hope you're going to post again soon!! I'm really enjoying this story!!

[star del mar]

Seriously? You stopped there?! Gah! I was all ready for the Chlex smut since we've been denied for so long...sigh...I guess I can't complain too much, they're finally going to get it on :D And thumbs up to Chloe for getting Mr. Tanaka to agree to the deal, obviously Lex likes his women smart, heh. Great update!

Steph*

[trixie mcbimbo]

Shouldn't that have been "you've been Clark'd" like being Punk'd or something. Ah, I don't think it should matter since it's the funniest shit I've read today...and since you're obviously building up to some nice sexy chlexy smut....so yeah. Update soon, please.

[OddEvens]

This story is great. I love it when Chloe just doesn't sit around pinning but dose something about it. And I love that your using quotes for the Simpsons, I truly believe that they have some of the best quotes in the world. Hope you update soon.

[kimbo]

This story is great. I love it when Chloe just doesn't sit around pinning but dose something about it. And I love that your using quotes for the Simpsons, I truly believe that they have some of the best quotes in the world. Hope you update soon.

Ahh yes, an avid simpson watcher such as myself. I was hoping someone would catch on :) But i think those will be the only two i use in the story. I couldn't pass itup though!

[hfce]

You are not nice ending it there. :rules: are no teasing when it comes to Chlex smut. Anyways... that was a great chapter. Chloe and Lex make a great team. He should bring her to all his business functions. She is a great asset to him. I can't until the next part the smut!! You promised :blinkkiss



Hope :)

[pipersmum]

Go Chloe getting Lex his business deal! But you are evil ending it like that but at leaast it gives me something to look forward to! :) Lex has got to realise that him and Chloe as a team could rule the world. LOL

I love this story I can't wait until you update again!

[Krysia]

Yay a new chapter :) Poor Lois she is still so much in denail about Clark. I hope once she realizes how deep she's in Chloe will be there to point and laugh [ in the nicest way possible]. I like how close the cousins are in your fic and that they do help and support eachother. I loved how Chloe came in and just saved the day with Lex and I can't wait for the smut. More, please.

[Kit Merlot]

Excellent update! I always enjoy it when Chloe can match Lex in cleverness.

Now on to the smut:D

[JDS]

I really love this chapter. And I was thinking the reason Lois wanted Chole and Lex out is because Clark is coming over with Chocolate sauce LOL.

[teb85]

Great chapter ! I loved it and can't wait for the next update !!

[Willower]

aw man that's so wrong...leaving it right there. I need updates and I need them stat! :grin3:

[kimbo]

Here it is like I promised ladies.. I hope you all enjoy
Chapter 9 Part 2 (Nc-17)

Lex’s kissing technique was truly amazing

At least that’s what Chloe thinks as she kissed him while his body had her pressed hard up against her apartment door. He knew just the right amount of pressure to use, alternating between firm pressure and deep sliding tongue to light and gentle touches, his lips and tongue just barely touching her own. It was all good to her, and she held onto his shoulders, trying her best to remember to keep breathing through her nose, and keep up with his fast alternating moves.

When he drew back, he leaned down to whisper in her ear, the heat from his breath against her neck sending delightful shivers down her spine. “I don’t think its very wise of us to give your neighbors a show.”

Her eyes opened halfway, slightly unfocused. He still had her pushed up firmly against the door, invading her space, the heat from his body, and the insistent hardness from his cock pushing up against her stomach making it hard for her to focus.

The loud ding of the elevator startled her, and cleared her scattered mind. She looked around the empty hallway, suddenly remembering where she was. “Show not good.” She said, placing her hands on his chest, and gently pushing him away. Her hands shook as she reached inside her purse for her keys. They shook even more as she placed her key into the lock and struggled to turn it. She glanced back at Lex to see him smiling in obvious amusement. “It gets stuck sometimes.” She lied.

He leaned in closer, placing his large hand over her own. “Let me help.” He said, turning the lock.

“Thank you,” She breathed as she heard the audible click of the door unlocking. She opened the door, and stepped inside, dropping her bag and keys onto the side table while leaning down to take her shoes off.

“Nice place.”

She jumped, startled at how quickly he had moved behind her. She gave a quiet ‘thanks’ as his hands moved up and down her arms.

“Will you tell me Chloe? Will you tell me what you said to Mr. Tanaka to make him change his mind?”

‘Huh?’ She thought confused. Leave it to Lex to bring this up at a time like this.

“No,” She whispered as his hands slid down her body and held her by the waist, gently squeezing.

“Why not?”

“Because-” She trailed off, and her eyes drifted shut as she felt him bend his knees slightly, pressing his hips more intimately against her back, making her feel the hardness of his cock rubbing against her ass. She has to force herself to keep from falling to the floor at the very moment she realizes this is seductor Lex.

His hands began their wandering again, slowly caressing her arms up and down. “Because isn’t an answer Chloe.”

His voice is low as he says this in her ear, pressing forward with the slightest of movements. She couldn't help herself as she grindecd back against his cock.

She swallowed, biting her lip as she replied. “Its an answer because I just gave it to you.”

His hands slid up her shoulders to the clip holding her halter dress around her neck. “You have no idea just how much I wanted to rip this dress off of you all night.”

“Well, that was certainly nice to know, and she found it funny that the sudden change of subject didn’t rattle her. “How much?”

He unclipped her dress, letting the top fall away, and the first touch of the cool air made her coral nipples harden like pebbles. She felt exposed, a little embarrassed, but the pulsating desire between her legs overtook those feelings.

“Oh..” She gasped, as his large warm hands encircled her breasts, squeezing them, massaging them, his fingers pinching her nipples gently.

“This much.” He whispered hotly.

She could feel his heart pounding inside his chest against her back as he squeezed her breasts ever harder.

“I would really rather show you.”

She knew this was his smooth way of saying he wants to fuck her, and suddenly, she turned, but before she could say anything, his lips were on hers. Every thought in her mind slipped away. All she could do was feel, and think about how good it felt to finally have what she’s been patiently waiting for.

His hands held her face as his tongue parted her lips, dipping deep into her mouth, sucking and tasting. Still keeping the kiss intact, his hands moved to her hips, silently urging her to lift the front of her dress as he lifted her by the waist. Her legs wrapped around his waist as he maneuvered them around the coffee table, around the couch, and down the hallway.

She pulled away from his lips, and began kissing and nipping his throat as he stumbled down the darkened hallway. She tightened her arms around him, rubbing her bare chest slightly against the rough material of his tux; moaning low in her throat as the sharp feeling sent a jolt between her legs.

“Chloe?” He questioned, his voice breathless, and she realized he had no idea where he was going.

“Left.” She mumbled against his throat.

He turned, making sure his right arm held her upright as he reached for the door on his left.

“No, my left.” she corrected, giggling while sucking on his Adams apple as he nearly tripped over his feet to get into the room.

He opened her bedroom door, and she switched the light on as they passed through the doorway.

As soon as he settled her onto her feet, she stepped forward, meeting him in another hot kiss. Her hands squeezed his shoulders as his hands slide around her waist, and pulled her lower body more firmly against his own, making both of them moan softly into each other’s mouths. She pushed his hands away, and moved to slide his jacket off.

“Wait,” She whispered, stepping away when he reached for her again. “Just, let me use the bathroom.”

**********

‘Hey Girlie, safe sex is the best sex!’
Love, Lois
P.S. ride him like a stallion!

Chloe held her hand over her mouth as she giggled insanely at the message scrawled on her bathroom mirror in lipstick. She reached out, and snatched the taped condom off of the mirror with a sigh. She bit her lip as she stared down at the condom which exclaimed ‘Ribbed for her pleasure!’ she glanced back at the closed door with a small smile. She hadn’t wanted to stop in the middle of what they were doing or about to do, but her nerves were shot, and she needed to calm down before she chickened out. The moment they stepped into that bedroom, she suddenly became frightened as she realized that the two of them fucking was going to change everything. Frightened because she had no clue what was going to happen next. Shaking her thoughts, she unzipped the side of her dress, letting it slide down her hips so she could step out of it before turning and hanging it on the back of the door. She reached into her hair, and pulled out the pins and clips that held her hair up, sighing as it cascaded down her shoulders. She ran her fingers through it, and paused as she looked at herself in the mirror, noticing for the first time how different she looked. Swollen red lips, flushed cheeks. She was glowing, and Lex, the man she loved, did this to her. She glanced back at the closed door wondering just why the hell she was afraid in the first place.

*****
She stood in the doorway, watching him. He sat on the edge of her bed, now shirtless and barefoot, his head down as if he were thinking. She cleared her throat, and he glanced at her, not bothering to shield the hunger in his eyes.

“Come here Chloe.”

She did as instructed, walking over to him and standing between his open legs. She swallowed as she stared down into gray eyes hungry with desire. Lex stared back, raising an eyebrow, and fingering the silk robe she put on.

“Why’d you put this on?”

She shrugged feeling self-conscious as she answered. “Because I’m fleshy.”

He looked at her as if she had two heads. “Nonsense.” he said, reaching for the string and pulling on it, licking his lips as the strings gave way, and gazing at her exposed skin with blatant lust. His fingers grazed up her stomach, toward her chest. “You’re perfectly fine.”

She immediately forgot about her being nude because she was too engrossed with his fingers playing with her nipples. Suddenly, she remembered something.

“I’m not a virgin!”

His hand froze, and he gave her a startled laugh. “I would hope not.”

Chloe’s eyes narrowed in annoyance. Damn that Lois for putting thoughts into her head.

He was still smiling softly as his hand rubbed between her lips, his smile widening even more at the wetness he found seeping through her thong. “Is that what you thought I thought?”

“No!” She squeaked, grasping his shoulders, and moving her hips against his hand.

“Hmm,” He said still rubbing. “I have a sneaking suspicion that you aren’t being honest with me Chloe.” He cupped her sex and squeezed.
She made a sound between a whine and a moan, and she felt her face heat in embarrassment. “Well-” She breathed, squeezing his shoulders when his fingers continued their rubbing, now paying special attention to her clit. “You wouldn’t fuck me for so long.”

He chuckled. “Well I do now.” He said matter-of-factly.

She tried glaring at him, but failed miserably. “If I wasn’t so horny I would slap you.”

“I don’t mind a little rough play now and then.” He said with a grin, slipping his fingers into the band of her panties, and tugging them down, helping her step out of them. He grasped her hips, and turned, pulling her down on the bed, and crawling up and over her. He smiled down at her before lowering his head, and capturing her lips in a deeply kiss, his tongue thrusting hard against her own.

Her reply was lost the second he pulled her panties off. He was getting away with a lot of slick talk right now. She was always amazed at how good he was each time he kissed her. I was like a new experience all over again. He pulled away from her mouth and trailed his lips down her neck toward her breast.

“Will you tell me now?”

Her eyes drifted shut as his hot mouth closed over her nipple and sucked hard. “No.”

He let go of her nipple with an audible pop. “No?”

Her eyes popped opened, and she lifted her head. “Don’t stop,” she murmured.

He raised an eyebrow, sticking out his tongue and hovering it over her nipple. “No?” He repeated.

Her head fell back onto the pillow, and she pouted. “You’re evil.” She decided to play stupid. “No what?”

He gave her an annoyed look. “What did you tell Tanaka?”

She sighed and rolled her eyes. “Oh, nothing really, just flirted a little and questioned his intelligence.”

Lex continued his ministrations, licking her nipple before sucking hard on it. “Hmm?” He hummed, and she groaned. He lifted his head, tilting it sideways. “Continue please.”

She gasped when he suddenly bit her nipple, and blew on it. “Well..” She trailed off when he moved his attention to the other breast. “Well…” She trailed off again, and squinted her eyes in thought.

He pulled away giving her an inquiring look. “Well what?”

Chloe sighed in frustration as she tried to concentrate on what she was saying. “Well, you know how-Oh! How you said that the bi-bidders you get you sell their products?”

Lex just nodded, lowering his head once again to languidly suck on her erect nipple.

God she was getting wetter by the minute. “Well, I just asked him in a fancy way how could he be so stupid to pass up millions…shit!… of dollars because of an old feud. What did your father do to him anyway?”

He lifted his head again, his hand slipping down between her breast, her stomach then between her thighs. “Slept with his wife. Fuck Chloe you’re really wet.”

Well, Duh. She arched her hips against his hand. “Your father is a dick.”

He gave her a look. “Lets keep fathers out of the bedroom shall we?”

She shrugged. “You brought it…” She trailed off as he began to kiss down her body. She watched as he lifted her right leg, and kissed the inside of her thigh and behind her knee. Chloe bit her lip, trying in vain to hold in the laughter that was bubbling up. She realized she was failing as the tickling sensation increased, and a burst of laughter flew out of her.

Lex slowly lifted his head giving her a wry look. “I didn’t know my kissing you was so amusing.”

“No,” she said still giggling. “Its just, I’m extremely ticklish there behind my knees, and well you kissing me triggered it.”

Lex watched with an amused smile as her giggling tapered off. “And here I thought it’d be an erogenous zone for you.”

Chloe shook her head. “No. waaay!” She squeaked when he dipped his head, and licked her between her legs. Chloe’s eyes widened in surprise, never having felt something so intense in all of her life. The pressure between her legs from his licking made her want to thrust against his face and push it away at the same time. He obviously knew what he was doing, going straight for all the good parts, licking another long slow lick up her slit, sucking on her clit before going back again. His hands grasped her ass, and he lifted her closer toward his mouth, sliding his tongue all the way inside her.

“Oh…fuck!” Chloe didn’t know what to do with herself. Her hands clawed at her sheets, his bald head, anywhere she could think to grasp. She had never felt so much pleasure in all her life, and It was starting to scare her. “You men…” She panted, continuing their earlier conversation, not caring if he was listening or not.

He took a firmer grip on her ass, and jerked her against his mouth, moving his head back and forth.

Chloe’s eyes glazed over, and she felt hot tears slide down the corners of her eyes. Her voice was strained as she spoke. “You men, walk..ohh! Around showing off who’s got the bigger dick…” She trailed off, and blinked as more tears came.

He forced his tongue even deeper, letting her grind her pussy against his face.

“While all along it’s the woman who holds the…oh god!” Her body went rigid as he sucked hard on her clit, and she came, her body jerking hard from the pleasure and force of her orgasm.

Even after she came, he continued licking and swallowing her juices until she became so sensitive she had to bat his head away with her hands.

He kissed back up her body, stopping to wipe his mouth with the back of his hand as he looked down at her with a questioning gaze. “What does the women hold?”

Chloe blinked up at him coming out of her haze. Her hand reached down and she squeezed his cock through his pants. “This.” She smiled as his eyes closed and he moaned. “Lex?”

His eyes opened halfway. “Yes?”

Her eyes twinkled as she smirked at him. “Now will you fuck me?”

He was off the bed in seconds, and she watched him in admiration as he quickly unzipped his pants and pulled them, along with his boxers down. He was back on the bed in seconds, and she didn’t waste anytime in reaching for his long hard cock, squeezing and fondling him until a bead of semen began to lick from the head. Her hand pumped up and down, the wet sucking sounds along with his groans urging her on. Suddenly he pulled away with groan.

“Condom,” He breathed against her lips before kissing her. “Chloe, I don’t have one.”

She was momentarily annoyed that he didn’t have one, which meant he wasn’t planning on fucking her that night either. “My robe. The left pocket.”

He was gone again, reaching for her robe, and back again, crawling back onto the bed while ripping open the wrapper with his teeth before quickly rolling it on. He moved back to his spot between her thighs, and she looked down, watching as he slowly buried himself inside her cunt. At first, she tensed from the discomfort of his cock filling her, but it soon faded the more he moved, and Chloe moaned, lifting her hips to meet his thrusts, amazed at how much he filled her.

“Fuck,” Lex whispered hoarsely. “You’re so tight. Keep doing that.”

She cried out as his words made her even hotter, even wetter, and her head thrashed back and forth over and over as he began moving harder and faster, her low mewls and soft cries encouraging him on.

“Uhhh..fuck..Chloe..” He grunted with each thrust. “So Good…tight..uhh.” Sweat dripped from his forehead, down his nose, and onto her chest. His right hand gripped her hip as he thrusts even deeper, almost mad with the slick hot friction of his cock sliding in and out of her wet pussy. The spasms of her inner muscles sending jolts of pleasure through his cock.

“Uh, Uh…uh..” She grunted, curving her hand around the back of his neck, pressing his lips more firmly against her damp skin, arching her back when she felt him suck hard on her throat. Her hands slid down his back, to his ass, digging her nails in hard.

He began thrusting more powerfully. Pounding her so hard that there were surely going to be bruises after all of this was over. Chloe didn’t care. Couldn’t care. As long as he didn’t stop moving. Didn’t stall her in the pleasure building inside her stomach and moving down.

“Faster,” She panted into his ear. “Harder. Deeper. Don’t stop fucking me. I’m going to come so hard. So soon.”

“Fuck!” he groaned, his body tensing, both of their bodies stopping to grind against each other as they both become consumed by a mutual orgasm.

Lex lay heavily on top of her, panting hotly into her ear. Chloe tried catching her own breath, her hands caressing his head, his shoulders, and back.

“Wait,” She whispered, gripping his shoulders when he tried to roll off of her. “I like to feel your weight on me.”

He lay still for a very long moment, and she closed her eyes, her hands still idly roaming his cooling body, letting the pressure of his solid body push her deeper into the mattress.

“I have to take care of the condom,” He said, finally breaking the quiet spell that came over them.

She reluctantly let him go, moaning low in her throat at the feeling of his cock sliding out of her. She grimaced as she rubbed her thighs together feeling slightly embarrassed at the amount of wetness she felt there. He tied the condom, and rolled onto his side, placing it into the trash basket next to her bed. She slid next to him under the sheets, laying her chin on his chest; noticing the surprised look he gave her.

Silence descended upon them once again, this time that awful awkward silence she hated so much. She glanced up at him through her hair. “Tell me a secret?”

Lex sighed, removing the wet strands of her hair with his fingers as he answered. “I’ve been extremely horny all night.”

Chloe’s eyes widened comically, and she rolled onto her back, placing her hand over her mouth as she began giggling.

Lex rolled over onto his side, resting his head in his hand. He watched her, an unreadable expression on his face. “Laughing at me are you?”

Chloe looked at him, still laughing. “No!” she gasped in between giggles. “Its just that it was very strange to hear Lex Luthor use the word horny.”

Lex smiled amused. “Hmm..” He said, leaning over her. “Which word shall I use then?” He punctuated each word with a kiss. “Salacious? Concupiscent?”

She laughed. “I like libidinous.”

He pulled away from her with a small smile. “Okay. I was extremely libidinous all night.”

Her giggling quieted down. “That sounds much more appropriate.”

Lex moved to lay onto his back again. He gave her an ambiguous look. “Now who’s the snob?”
She raised an eyebrow. “I admit I have a certain level of snobbishness, but yours is way up there.”

Lex laughed. “Well, what do you expect? I’m Lex Luthor.”

She snorted. “Arrogant.”

He smirked. “Thank you.”

“Seriously,” She said, moving back onto her side. “Tell me.”

He folded his hands behind his head. “I haven’t been this relaxed in a very long time. I’m trying to get use to this.”

She tilted her head in question. “What do you mean?”

He gestured toward the two of them. “You know, This. This talking afterward. The laughing. I’ve never been with anyone who laughed in bed before.”

Chloe grinned. “Well,” She said sitting up, and straddling his waist. “I’m sorry if I’m not the usual sophistication you’re used to.”

Lex lifted his hand toward her hair. “I don’t care about those things.”

Chloe smiled slightly wanting to hear more. “Tell me another one?”

“I’m moving back to Metropolis next month.”

Chloe gave him a surprised look, and she had trouble hiding her elation. “Really? Why?”

He looked down at his fingers that were rubbing circles around her nipples. “I miss the city. The bright lights, the noise, the hustle and bustle. Smallville is too slow. Too quiet. I think its slowly driving me insane.” he sighed and shook his head. “I don’t even know why I’ve stayed that long.”

She shrugged. “Well, you did have friends there once, and well maybe you thought you were searching for something, but you don‘t know what-” she trailed off at his look.

“I was searching for something. Something that’s now not important to me at all anymore.”

Chloe felt her insides lurch as she realized he was sharing something very important with her. Felt her insides tingle at how open he was being with her. How his usually unaffected blank mask was gone and in its place was a look of melancholy. At that very moment, she wanted to hug him and tell him everything. Confess how much she loved him. Ask whether or not this thing between them means anything.

Instead, she kissed down his chest, smiling at his sharp intake of breath as she grasped his soft cock in her hand and began stroking gently.

He watched her with a bemused expression. “Chloe, its been a very long time. I don’t think I’ll be ready this soon.”

She raised an eyebrow still stroking his now half hard cock. “Lex Luthor doubting himself. Call the presses hell has frozen over.”

“Ha ha.” He breathed, his eyelids fluttering half-mast the harder she stroked. He thrust into her hand a bit as he watched his cock grow larger. “I retract my earlier statement.”

Chloe giggled as she moved her body lower and between his legs. She squeezed him harder, watching in amazement as his cock grew in her hand. She glanced up at him when he groaned, and licked her lips as she looked back down at what her hand was doing.

“You don’t have to do that.”

She looked back up at him to see him watching her with intense heat in his eyes. No, she didn’t have to do this and no, she had never done this before in her life, but the thought of making him feel good combined with the hungry and intense look he was giving her was reason enough for her to do it. She lowered her head, and pressed her moist lips against the head of his cock and stuck her tongue out to lick. She looked back up at him, noticing his knuckles were white from gripping the sheet so hard. She smiled at him before lowering her head again, enveloping him into her warm mouth.

“Shit,” The words are hissed from his lips, and his hip thrust up gently as she slowly swallows him down. She pulled back, his cock sliding out of her mouth with an audible pop. She turned her head to the side, mouthing the side of his cock, stroking and licking, and lapping her way up to the head, sucking it whole again. Sucking him down as much as her throat allows her without choking. Her head bobbed up and down, slow then fast inside her wet mouth. Feeling urged on by the little gasps and grunts coming from Lex. Feeling certain power with the knowledge that his legs were writhing underneath her and his eyes were rolling in the back of his head because of her.

She pulled away slightly when he thrust up, gently forcing more flesh into her mouth; his cock rubbing up against her palate, and she moaned, surprised she doesn’t gag, but it still worried her so she pulled away.

“Sorry,” He breathed quietly, and she looked up surprised to see the regret in his face. She just shrugged, and lowered her head again, sucking down his hard length once again.

Lex is back to making quiet grunts, his hands moving into her hair now, his face contorting and body twisting as she sucked and stroked as hard as she could.

“Chloe!” He half groaned, pulling her mouth away from his cock, but she continues stroking him hard, looking up at him, surprised to see him looking at her so wide eyed, and blank- faced before something hit him, and his eyes rolled up in the back of his head as he arched up spilling hard and powerful into her hand.

Chloe’s own eyes are wide as she continued to milk him until there was nothing left, and he’s soft again. She pulled her hand away, and looked at it knowing she should probably feel disgusted, but she doesn’t because that was so hot to her, and she thought it was more intimate than anything. She slid over onto her side, and reached for the tissues, wiping her hand, and tossing them in the trash basket. She glanced back at Lex, noticing him just lying there in a boneless sprawl, his chest heaving.

She crawled back up his body, and draped herself against his chest, listening to his heart pound as he tried to catch his breath. It was nice to see him this relaxed.

“I’ve never done that before.” She said with a proud smile.

Lex raised an eyebrow. “Are you sure? Because that was-”

She raised her head narrowing her eyes at him. “I think I would know if I did or not.”

“Well,” He said, his voice tired. “That’s very nice to know. Do you want me to return the favor?”

She shook her head. As appealing as that offer was right now, she didn’t think she could go another round, she felt too sore, but she wouldn’t tell him that. “Too tired. Sleep now.”

He chuckled. “Thank god.”

*********

“Chloe?”

She could hear a soft voice through her sleeping haze. Her eyes fluttered open as she felt soft lips brush her forehead. She stared up at Lex with sleepy eyes. “What?”

He smiled down at her, brushing her hair away from her forehead. “I have to get going.”

She sat up slightly, noticing he was fully dressed again, his tie hanging loosely around his neck. She glanced around her slightly illuminated bedroom. “What time is it?”

“Six thirty.” He said, his voice quiet.

“I’ll walk you to the door,” She said, slowly sitting up while wrapping the sheet around her body.

Lex watched as she bent down to reach for her robe. “You should go back to bed.”

She shook her head as she pulled on her robe, tying the strings loosely around her waist. “I will after I walk you out, besides I have to lock the door.” She said, and followed him down the hall toward the front door.

She unlocked it, and opened it, turning to face him with a shy smile. “I enjoyed last night.”

“Me too.” He said, walking through the doorway and pausing.

She looked up at him, her eyes closing briefly as he bent to kiss her forehead, then moved to her lips, giving her a soft lingering kiss.

He pulled away with a soft smile. “I’ll see you later Chloe.”

Her stomach tingled. “Okay,” she said, watching as he turned to go. She peaked her head out into the hallway. “Hey, Lex?”

He stopped at the elevator, turning to face her, an expectant look on his face. “Yes?”

‘I love you,’ she thought. ‘I have for a very long time, and I hope you feel the same way.’ She wanted to say that out loud, but she knew she couldn’t. Knew he wasn’t ready to hear those words. Knows that’ll just scare him away because sex doesn’t always equal love. So instead she says. “Lois is throwing me a house warming party. I’d like you to be there.”

He smiled, sliding his hands in his pocket. “I’ll think about it.”

She rolled her eyes knowing that means yes in his language. “Don’t think just come.”

The elevator doors opened, and he stepped on. “I’ll see you later Chloe.”

She waved at him as the doors slid closed before going back inside her apartment. She closed her door slowly, and leaned her back against it. Her thoughts flashed back to the night before, and she squeezed her thighs together smiling at the slight soreness she felt.

“Wow.” She whispered before walking back to her bedroom for much needed sleep.

TBC

[letia84]

Yeah they finally :hankpank: . Nice smut as promised:yeahbaby: . I love them giggling in bed together so sweet so cute.


‘I love you,’ she thought. ‘I have for a very long time, and I hope you feel the same way.’ She wanted to say that out loud, but she knew she couldn’t. Knew he wasn’t ready to hear those words. Knows that’ll just scare him away because sex doesn’t always equal love.
I wanted him to tell her she loved him so she could have said what she wanted to.

So instead she says. “Lois is throwing me a house warming party. I’d like you to be there.”

He smiled, sliding his hands in his pocket. “I’ll think about it.”

She rolled her eyes knowing that means yes in his language. “Don’t think just come.”
Oh yes he better come to the party. Then Clark can get all hot and bothered when sees them together. Tee hee. :grin3:

[hfce]

Man that was :drool2: I need a :smoke: after that. I am so glad they finally did it. More please... :beg:



Hope :yeahbaby:

[Kit Merlot]

This was a truly wonderful update, and smut scene:D

Excellent work!

[JDS]

Love it love it!!! Very very hot. I've been waiting and waiting for this part and you most certainly did NOT disappoint! Great job

[lj715]

WOW!!!!! That was a HOT update!!!! Lex didn't sound too encouraging @ the end when Chloe asked if he would go to her house warming party. He better show up. Can't wait for more.

[xxasaxx]

great update!!!:drool2:

[Sandy]

...I'm slightly out of it...that was a hot chapter. I hope Lois spikes the punch, so Lex and Chloe can get it on. ;) And I agree...nice smut scene. :devil:

[teb85]

Oh wow fantastic update !! I'm loving this fic !! Smut was hot and I can't wait to read more !!

[westwingwolf]

Oh thank God, that was so worth waiting for, but please don't let Lex pull away from Chloe. They belong together. And now I've turned them into a romantic comedy.

[hannagreen20]

Oooo, that was soooooooo good! Well, worth the wait! Can't wait for the next update!

[star del mar]

Huh...well then. That smuttiness was worth the wait! Geez, now I'm upset that we had to wait so long :) But really, it was sweet and hot and I'm glad that Lex was normal afterwards. I think it just might work, heh. Great job.

Steph*

[autumngold]

I'm so glad that Chloe and Lex had such a great time together!! Thank goodness Chloe didn't tell Lex her true feelings yet, I'm afraid that would make him run away!! I hope that Lex doesn't back away from Chloe or send her any earrings!! Post again soon please!!

[pipersmum]

Excellent chapter Kimbo they finally did it and it was HOT! :drool:

But Lex had better be back for more they didn't seem to leave on a high note did they so I am a little worried! Especially as he didn't have any condoms with him so he obviously wasn't planning on sleeping with Chloe! :wth: I can't wait for more to find out if I was right to worry or not. :)

[Ann]

Aw, great chapter! I'm so glad they finally got together! Now please hurry back with more soon! :)

[leik2]

Wow. I enjoyed how you worked up their relationships instead of just jumping in.

[MagnusXXN]

Finaly! Now, I wonder what Lois is going to say about Chloe & Lex's little get together. ; ) Oh, and Cark & Lana! Theres no way those two are going to be closed mouthed about this.

I can't wait to read more. Sorry I haven't left any new posts in a while. Internet went down.

But I'm back and I'm glad to have found this fic again.




): )

[meg20]

Chapter 9 (part 1)
Felt bad for Chloe when she had to deal with thoes bimbos, but she gave her her piece of mind!:D
So glad that Chloe got Lex that deal!!!

Chapter 9 (part 2)
:drool::drool2:

[Pieper]

Fantastic story so far. Please more soon.

[Willower]

diz-am! that was hot. a little awkward in the morning between them though. good job.

[letia84]

I know writing smut takes a lot out of you but can you update this please. Need more of this great romantic comedy you have been writing. Can't wait to see how people react to her and Lex being together.

[gyhardin]

Such delicious smut. With both of their track records in terms of failed romantic relationships, I can understand their reluctance in divulging the depths of their feelings for each other. Hopefully, Lex will show Chloe hints as to how favorably he perceives the shift of their platonic relation to non-platonic so she can brave the waters and tell him she loves him. :)

Will be waiting here eagerly for the next update. Keep it coming, please!

[leviner2]

Wow! I just found this story and I can't wait for more! Please update, I don't think that I can handle not knowing what's coming next!

[kimbo]

Ugh! i know i haven't updated in a while, but i've just been so busy with real life. getting ready for my graduation and studying for finals and putting in term papers! i've finished my last final today and i already have most of the next chapter done...it'll be up later today :)

[MagnusXXN]

Groaning in displeasure. Update! We need an update!





): )

[kimbo]

Thanks for all the lovely feedback! Sorry for taking sooo long to update. Things in real life has been quite hectic with getting my finals done, and worrying about graduation and all, but here’s part ten so enjoy!!


Chapter 10

“You got fucked!”

Chloe nearly choked on her latte as she stared at Lois with wide eyes. “What?”

Lois grinned at her. “I can see it all. The glowing face. The cloud nine look. The small smile you’ve been sporting since you waltzed in her with a bounce in your step-” Lois paused as her grin widened. “Oh, you really really got fucked!”

“Lower your voice!” Chloe hissed, her eyes scanning the Talon to see if anyone was watching. “And yes, I did.” She whispered with a small smile.

Lois eyes widened. “Finally!” She said leaning forward. “How was it?”

Chloe sighed as she sat back into her chair. “It was really hot. I mean, really hot. He really knew what he was doing.”

“I would hope so.” Lois said with a laugh. “Did you confess your undying love to him yet?”

Chloe gave her a look. “Sex doesn’t mean love Lois.”

Lois nodded. “Of course it doesn’t.”

“And its too early.” Chloe continued.

Lois nodded again. “Right.”

“And I don’t want to scare him away.”

Another nod. “No scaring away. Got it.”

Chloe’s eyes narrowed. “Don’t give me that look Lois.”

Lois smiled innocently. “What look?”

“That look. That smile. Stop looking at me like that.”

Lois just shrugged as she took a sip of her iced tea. “I’m just happy for you is all…” She trailed off, and Chloe could tell she wanted to say more.

Chloe shook her head. “You have no clue how close I was to telling Lex how I felt. The sex was going to make me lose all logic.”

Lois just shrugged. “So what? You’ve been friends for almost two years now. Now you’re more than friends. What’s wrong with throwing caution to the wind and telling him how you feel?”

“Its just so complicated,” Chloe sighed. “Lex is complicated. Saying I love you will-”

“Probably not scare him off at all.” Lois cut in. “I don’t know Lex Luthor at all Cousin, but I have a little hunch that he feels very strongly about you. More than he’s letting on, and I know you have the same hunch.”

Chloe thought for a long moment. “You really think so?”

Lois nodded. “Oh, I know so. Besides, you have that Sullivan charm of yours. If he doesn’t love you already, then he’s bound to eventually.”

Chloe laughed. “That’s good to know. You really do know when to say the right things don’t you?”

Lois shrugged. “Lane Charm…shit!”

Chloe frowned as she watched Lois literally shrink down into her chair. “What shit? What’s wrong?”

Lois pointed toward the entrance. “Smallville. Farm boy. Heading this way.”

Chloe turned just in time to see Clark standing outside. She smiled. “Oh.” She turned just in time to see Lois snatching up her drink, and standing up.

“I’m out of here.” She said, hurrying towards the stairs toward her apartment.

“Coward!” Chloe called after her retreating form. She shook her head, and turned back toward Clark who was making his way toward her.

“Hey Clark.”

“Hey Chloe,” He greeted, sitting down in the seat Lois just vacated. “Have you seen Lois around?”

Chloe quickly shook her head. “Uh- no. Haven’t seen her around. Nope. Not today.”

Clark’s smile faded. “Oh. I was hoping to speak to her.”

Chloe slowly raised an eyebrow. “Really? About what?”

Clark looked down at his hands. “Well, we were together last night and-”

“Wait,” Chloe cut in holding up her hand. “Together? As in together together.”

Clark blushed, and she found it funny that at nineteen years old he still blushed. “Yes. I just wanted to see her today because well….”

Chloe smiled at him taking pity. “You really like her don’t you?”

Clark nodded. “Yes I do, but I don’t think she likes me very much. As a matter of fact I think she’s just using me for sex.”

Chloe couldn’t hold in the giggle that burst from her mouth. “I’m sorry,” she said when Clark gave her a look. “I’m sure she likes you Clark.”

Clark shook his head. “No. Last night, after we you know, she didn’t even want me to hold her. She just told me to leave, said she had to get up early the next morning.”

“Ouch.” Chloe said with a shake of her head. She can’t believe Lois used the early morning move on Clark.

“Yes,” Clark said, his look turning desperate. “How do I get her to like me Chloe? I mean, how do I get her to really want to be with me?”

Oh no. Chloe could see it all happening. She was surprised she hadn’t noticed before. Clark was in love with Lois. She couldn’t help the strange happiness she felt bubbling up from this new information. “Look Clark, I’ll be honest with you. You know Lois is a tough nut to crack, and honestly she has told me how she felt about you.”

Clark sat forward. “And?”

Chloe bit her lip. “Well, she thinks you’re normal Clark. Normal as in boring, and too sweet.”

Clark frowned confused. “But I thought girls liked sweet. When I was with Lana-”

“She’s not Lana,” Chloe cut in annoyed. “She’s Lois and we both know how hard she can be.”

“Yes!” Clark huffed sitting back in his chair. “Way hard. Harder than you.”

“Hey!” Chloe said angrily. “I’m not hard.”

Clark just shrugged distracted. “So what can I do Chloe?”

Chloe thought hard for a long moment. “You could tell her the truth.”

He frowned in confusion. “Truth?”

Chloe rolled her eyes. “Truth about everything. What you are. Where you came from.”

Clark shook his head frantically. “I can’t do that Chloe. You know that.”

Chloe just smiled. “Yes you can Clark. You have to. It’s the only way if you want Lois to be yours.”

“But-”

“Learn from your mistakes Clark,” She cut in. “You know what happened with Lana from not telling her the truth. Trust me I know Lois, and once you tell her its in the bag.”

*******

“Tell me why I’m doing this again?”

Chloe glanced over at Lois. “Because you’re bored, and you love me.”

Lois sighed. “Damnit! And here I thought you wanted me to use my karate moves.”

“Some other time.” Chloe said with a smile as she raised her binoculars again.

Lois put her feet up on the dash board. “So this is the high life of a reporter huh? Staking out in front of a strange looking building eating twizzlers and ding dongs.”

“The high light of my life.” Chloe said, biting into a twizzler. “And besides this isn’t really a stake out, I’m just waiting for the last employee to leave so we could go snoop around.”

Lois perked up at that. “Ooh Snooping. My specialty.”

Chloe glanced over at her. “Speaking of snooping…”

Lois gave her a look. “What?”

“Clark told me you two were together the other night.”

Lois sighed loudly. “So?”

“I told you. You’ve been clarkized.”

“Chloe?”

“Yes?”

“Shut up.”

“Okay,” Chloe sighed raising her binoculars again. “I’m not saying anything anymore. My lips are sealed. No more talking about you or Clark. Quiet. Zipped. Don’t say anything to me anymore because I’m not talking. Just-”

“Shut up already!”

Chloe perked up as she watched the last employee leave the office. She glanced at her watch and threw the binoculars down. “Come on,” She said reaching for her camera. “Its show time.”

***

“Why did I let you talk me into this again?” Lois asked as she and Chloe ran back towards the car away from the guard dogs that was currently chasing them.

“Because you’re bored! And you love me!”

“Not enough!” Lois panted as she jumped into the car. “Next time you ask me to come with you on one of your adventures, remind me to say no.”

Chloe put her car in gear. “Duly noted.”
****

Chloe sighed to herself as she uploaded her latest photos onto her computer. She paused as her phone rang.

“Daily Planet. Chloe Sullivan speaking.”

“What time are you taking your lunch break?”

Chloe smiled with delight as Lex’s silky voice penetrated her ears. She glanced at the clock on her desk. “Fifteen minutes actually. Why?”

“I’m calling to ask if you’d like to have lunch with me? I hope you don‘t mind Italian.”

Chloe felt her smile widen. “Uh, no I don’t mind. Okay.”

“Meet me at the domenico, its just up the block from where you are.”

“Right, I know where that is.”

“Good, and Chloe?”

“Yes Lex?”

“I’ll see you there.”

She frowned knowing that’s not what he wanted to say. “Okay.” She mumbled hanging up.
*******

“Welcome to Domenico ms. Sullivan. Come right this way.”

Domenico was the most popular Italian restaurant in Metropolis. The restaurant was packed, but Chloe wasn’t surprised when the waiter greeted her by name at the door with a smile on his face. She also wasn’t surprised when she was able to skip the very long waiting period of being seated, instead she was escorted into a private room which had a few small tables set up, one of which was occupied by Lex Luthor himself.

He was sitting there, impeccably dressed in a dark business suit, head down reading the menu. He looked up at her with a small smile as she walked toward the table, and as per usual, Chloe felt her insides flutter. It had been three days since she had last seen Lex, and she surprised at her nervousness.

“Hi,” She said as she sat down across from him.

He smiled at her, his eyes soft. “Hi yourself. I ordered for you. I hope you don‘t mind.”

Momentarily forgetting her slightly frazzled nerves, she gave way to an annoyed frown at the knowledge that he ordered her lunch for her.

Lex laughed softly. “Its something you’ll like. Trust me.”

“Okay,” She relented. “But I’m still annoyed. I can order my own food you know.”

He gave her an amused look. “Yes, I’m very aware that you can. I’m sorry, its just a part of my controlling ways.”

Her eyes widened, and she gasped. “You have controlling ways? I’m so shocked.”

Lex shook his head. “I’ve picked up on the sarcasm. Thank you for that.”

She smiled sweetly at him, feeling good at how easily she’s slid back into conversing with him without feeling awkward. “You’re so welcome. So, how have you been?”

He sat forward. “I’ve been quite good actually. I wanted to tell that I received Tanaka’s bid this morning. He offered me two times more than what I asked for. Are you sure you don’t want to come and work for me?”

Chloe realized he was giving her that same look he had given her that first night they were together. She felt her face heat up, but she met his look with one of her own. “I’m pretty sure business is not for me.”

He sat back in his chair, the heated look he was giving her melting into something else. “That’s a shame. I think I would’ve enjoyed that.”

A nervous laugh bubbled up from her chest, and she idly wondered if he knew what he was doing to her. “Lex-”

“What happened here?” He asked reaching for her bandaged hand.

“Huh?” she looked down at the hand he held. “Oh,” she said pulling it away. “I uh, fell down. No big deal.”

He looked concerned as he reached for her hand again. “Looks serious to me. How’d you fall?”

He really doesn’t quit does he? “Uh. Uh..I was reaching for a glass, and the glass fell, and I fell on the glass.”

He gave her a look clearly stating he didn’t believe her. “I hope you know how terribly you lied to me just now.”

Chloe laughed shaking her head. “I tried.”

“Let me guess, you went on one of your fieldwork adventures again?”

She gave him a look. “I was just doing my job Lex.”

He gave her an annoyed look. “Of course you were Chloe. Going off all alone-”

“I wasn’t alone this time.” She cut in.

“Into dangerous places that could get you killed.”

She glared hotly at him. “I’m still alive Lex, and besides I wasn’t alone this time. Lois was with me.”

He threw his hand up. “Oh, that just makes things much better. What were you running from this time?”

She was getting really angry now. How dare he mock her? How dare he make her feel bad about doing her job? “Guard dogs.”

He didn’t look surprised, but he shook his head. “Chloe,” He started consolingly. “Guard dogs? You really believe its okay to put yourself in such danger?”

She eyed him defiantly. “If it gives me what I need for my story then yes. Lex, I’ve been doing this since I was fifteen years old. I’ve been in a lot of dangerous situations. I can handle this.”

He looked away from her for a long moment. “Fine,” He said turning back to her, and she inwardly flinched at the disapproving look on his face. “But remember what you promised me.”

Her mouth opened and closed, and the anger she felt soon deflated. “Look,” she started, feeling the sudden urge to appease him. “This assignment I’m working on is huge okay. It has industry corruption, and police corruption. Its much more bigger than what people believe. When I release this story its going to do great things for my career.”

His hard look softened a bit. “You won’t be able to reap any benefits if you’re dead Chloe.”

She bit her lip as she squeezed his hand. “I’ll be careful next time okay? I promise I won’t even break into any buildings.”

He pursed his lips. “Your promises are waning Chloe.”

She glared at him. “Lets not talk about promises waning. If I remember correctly you promised me you wouldn’t keep anything from me when things got too hot for you, and did you keep your promise. No. You went off halfway across the world for two months!”

He glared back at her. “That was different.”

She rolled her eyes. “Of course its different when its dealing with you. Everything is always different.”

His eyes softened. “Chloe-”

“Screw you!” she hissed, and he didn’t look fazed at all by her outburst.

“Okay.” He said softly.

‘Damn him!’ She thought as the anger she had felt suddenly disappeared. The easy acceptance of his outburst made her realize he clearly didn’t want to argue with her. She wasn’t surprised, and she silently cursed her inability to stay angry at him.

She opened her mouth again, but closed it as their food was placed in front of them. She looked down at the shrimp alfredo with a small smile. “This does look delicious.” She said, glancing up at him, and frowning when she noticed he was no longer watching her.

She bit her lip. “Are you angry with me?”

He looked up at her with a secret smile. “Of course not.”

She stared at him long and hard. She knew he was up to something by the way he was looking at her. Shrugging it off she smile, and changed the subject. “Does this mean you’re still attending my house warming party?”

He laughed. “I told you I’d think about it.”

She sighed. “Two days is enough to think about it. Plus, it would really make me happy. An unhappy Chloe is a bad one.”

He took a sip of his wine. “I’ll keep that in mind.”

She nodded. “Mmhm. You can also keep in mind that its this Saturday at eight o clock.”

“Chloe?”

“Yes?”

“Eat your lunch before it gets cold.”

********

Chloe’s party was in full swing by eight thirty, half of the people there was from her job, the other half she didn’t even know, those being friends of Lois. She was always one for parties. Especially when they were about her. She never had a hard time enjoying herself some of the times she was even the life of the party, but this time, she could barely bring herself to smile. It was a quarter to Nine, and Lex hadn’t even showed up yet.

Chloe sighed to herself as she watched Lois chat it up with one of her friends. She frowned extremely annoyed that Lois seemed to be enjoying herself quite well. She glanced at the time once again, her frown changing into a pout. Where was he? Why hasn’t he shown up yet? ‘Maybe he was caught up with work,’ She rationalized. ‘Yes. That’s it. He’s busy with work. On a Saturday night. ’ She shook her thoughts feeling pathetic. What was wrong with her?

“Hey, why the long face?”

Startled out of her thoughts, she looked up surprised to see one of Lois’s extremely attractive friend Dean standing in front of her, a concerned smile on his face. “Oh, no reason.” She said with a shrug.

He gave her a disbelieving look. “That’s definitely a reason face. I always thought one would enjoy their own party.”

Chloe sucked her teeth. “That’s just an old wise tale.”



“Damn,” He said, snapping his fingers. “And here I thought I knew them all.”

Chloe laughed shaking her head. “Well, you learn something new everyday.”

They both laughed. “So let me guess, your boyfriend didn’t show up?”

Chloe looked at him surprised. “Huh? Well actually he isn’t my boyfriend just-” She trailed off in thoughtful confusion.

“A close friend?” He helped, and she nodded.

“Yeah,” She said, not really wanting to discuss this with a stranger. I thought he was going to show up, but I guess I was wrong.”

Dean eyed her sympathetically. “That’s a shame. So, listen are we gonna fuck now or what?”

Chloe’s eyes widened. “I’m sorry?”

Dean smiled his eyes falling down toward her cleavage. “I saw you watching me from across the room, and I just had to save you from your misery.”

Chloe blinked. Her mouth opened, then closed, then she opened it again. “Watching you from across the room? I was staring into space.”

Dean laughed shaking his head. “Come on baby,” He purred. “All we have to do is head to the back, and I promise you your guys troubles will be long forgotten.”

“I’m going over here now.” She said, moving toward the other side of the room. She glanced back over at Dean, shaking her head when she noticed he had moved onto another lady. She glanced at the time again.

“The time is still the same as when you glanced at it ten seconds ago.”

Chloe turned to Lois with a small glare. “Ha ha. You’re almost as funny as your friend Dean there. You know Lois, I’m beginning to question the company you keep.”

“Dean?” Lois said with a frown. She handed Chloe a glass of wine. “He’s harmless.”

“Harmless? He asked to sleep with me!”

“He does to everyone,” She shrugged, reaching for Chloe‘s arms and shaking her abit. “What you need to do is quit sulking-”

“I’m not sulking.” Chloe cut in with a pout.

“And start enjoying the party. You know, the one I’ve thrown for you.”

Chloe looked down guiltily. “I know, Its just- I thought he’d show up.”

Lois sighed with a small smile. “Its still early, he may show up, and besides you don’t need to be standing around waiting for him anyway. You’re Chloe Sullivan. You’re smart beautiful and worth more than waiting around like a pathetic littler whiner.”

Chloe’s eyes narrowed. “Are you drunk?”

“Just a tiny bit,” Lois answered holding her fingers up to indicate the size. “But you’re still acting pretty pathetic.”

Despite how annoyingly rude Lois was being, Chloe knew she was right. She didn’t have to be acting this way. She shouldn’t be acting this way. It was totally uncharacteristic of her to harp over some guy. Even if that guy was Lex.

“You know what, you’re right.

Lois frowned. “I am?” she nodded. “I am.”

“I don’t need to stand around waiting for him. I’m gonna enjoy myself. My party.” She took a sip of her wine.

Lois nodded. “Good,” she said with a smile.

“Its him!” Chloe gasped as the doorbell rang. She pushed Lois out of the way, and rushed for the door putting her hand on the knob and pausing to compose herself. Her smile faded as she opened it to reveal Clark standing on the other side a smile on his face.

Clark’s smile faded a bit as he stepped inside. “You look unhappy to see me.”

Chloe just glared at him. “Come right in, Lois is over there.” She turned pointing in the direction Lois was standing, and frowned to see her gone. “Or she was over there. I think she’s gone to hide again.”

“I’ll find her,” Clark said holding up the wrapped box. “Where do I put this?”

She waved toward the table. “Just on the table with the rest of the treasures.”

*******

As the hours went by, there was still no Lex, and by the end of the night, Chloe had completely given up on trying to worry if he was going to show up or not.

“Thanks for helping me clean up guys.” Chloe said, and Lois nodded.

“It was our pleasure,” Clark said. “Lois, I’ll wait for you downstairs.”

“Okay.” She mumbled glaring at the smug all knowing smile on Chloe’s face.

“So,” Chloe said, “You two gonna have sex again tonight huh?”

Lois sighed. “Shut up please.”

“Clarkized.”

“I hate you.” Lois said the glare on her face softening. “You sure you’re all right?”

Chloe waved her hand. “Why wouldn’t I be okay? I mean yeah I was kind of stood up and I didn’t enjoy myself the whole night…” She trailed off at the consoling look in Lois’s eyes.

Lois squeezed Chloe’s arm. “Maybe he ran into some trouble.” she reasoned.

Chloe pouted. “You’re suppose to be hating him with me, not making excuses for him.”

“Oh yeah,” Lois said, her face twisting up in a snarl. “He’s a jerk for not showing up. A dick for not even calling you. You should hate him forever. That good enough?”

“Not really,” Chloe said with a sigh. “You go get laid, I’m going to put on some pajamas, grab a tub of ice cream, and pig out on the couch.”

“Oh no,” Lois said with mock horror. “You aren’t going to have another breakdown again are you?”

“No,” Chloe laughed. “This time I just want ice cream.”

“Good good. You’ll call me tomorrow?”

Chloe handed her Lois her purse. “Of course.”

“Good,” she grinned turning to go. “I’m going to get laid now.”

Chloe rolled her eyes as she watched her cousin walk down the hallway toward the elevator “Clarkized!”

“Shut up!”

Chloe closed the door with a laugh wondering when Lois is going to realize that she and Clark are a couple.
****

Chloe hated feeling this way. Hated the way it felt when someone you cared about hurt your feelings. “Stupid Lex,” She mumbled as she pressed the power off on her remote. She stood up, planning on going to sleep, and hoping she would feel better in the morning. Then she was going to drive to Smallville, and tell that stupid bald billionaire about himself.
*****

Chloe woke up to the sound of insistent knocking on her front door. “What the hell.” She mumbled when she noticed it was three in the morning. She rolled out of bed, and reaching for her robe as she stumbled out of her darkened bedroom.

“Wait a minute!” She called. “This better be Ed McMahon with a whole lot of money.” She glanced into the peephole, and her frown deepened as she realized who it was. She opened the door to reveal Lex leaning against her doorway. Her eyes scanned him from top to bottom, noticing he was draped in nothing but black which was her favorite look on him on the account that it made him look so dangerous. Despite her sudden arousal at his presence, the hurt and anger she had felt earlier that night rushed back ten fold.

Her eyes narrowed at him. “What do you want?”

“May I come in?” He asked softly, and she silently stepped aside closing her eyes at how good he smelled. God she felt pathetic.

“I realize by the tone of your voice that you’re probably angry with me.”

“Pretty much.” She commented, watching as he pulled his jacket off and threw it onto the couch. “You’re planning on staying?”

He sighed looking down at the floor before looking back at her. “You’re very angry then.”

She crossed her arms in front of her chest. “You think?”

He sighed tiredly. “Chloe-”

“I waited for you the whole time,” she cut quietly. “I didn’t even enjoy myself, and yes that part was probably my fault, but I was expecting you to be here-”

“Chloe-”

“You didn’t even call me to let me know you weren’t going to make it-”

“Chloe-”

She ignored him. “You really hurt my feelings, and I hate the way that makes me feel. And I hate the way I‘m whining right now because I’m not the whining kind of girl and its totally beneath me-”

Large hands were on her shoulders, turning her body so she could face him. “Chloe please,” He urged softly. ’I’m sorry.” She looked up at him, a rush of cold sweeping down her spine as she noticed the intense look in his eyes for the first time since he showed up on her doorstep. The desperation in his voice alarming her that something was wrong. That this was more than him apologizing for not showing up to her party.

“Lex,” She started, her current anger forgotten, and worry now taken over. “What’s-”

She was cut off by his lips attacking her mouth, roughly seeking entrance as his hands pulled her flush up against his own hard body. She gasped when he suddenly pulled his mouth away from her own, and moved onto her neck. She titled her head, and winced at the way his strong fingers dub into the skin on her waist. She was sure they were going to leave bruises.

She realized he was distracting her from her earlier discovery, and the intense way he was kissing her, squeezing her both frightened and turned her on. “Stop.”

Lex ignored her as he continued to suck heavy kisses into the skin on her neck.

“Stop it, Lex.” She repeated pulling away completely.

A pair gray blue eyes raised to meet hers. “Yes?”

“What’s wrong?” She asked, searching his face.

“Nothings wrong.” He continued to kiss her.

“No, Lex.” She gently pushed him away by the shoulders, and he looked at her again, his face blank. She hated that look. Knew he was on the verge of shutting her out. She felt her chest tighten with worry. “What is wrong?”

“I said nothing.” Lex replied his tone slightly angry. He reached out for her again, but Chloe moved her head.

“I asked you what was wrong?” She repeated, reaching for his hands that remained on her waist.

She watched him closely. “You say nothing, but I know you’re lying.”

Lex tried to pull his hands away, but Chloe held him fast. He looked annoyed. “Chloe-”

Seeing the cold distance in his eyes slowly returning, she squeezed his hands tighter. “No, Lex. Tell me what’s bothering you. What’s got you so tense? Please?”

He sighed, and tried to look away, but she would have none of that.

“Lex?” She said quietly.

“It frightens me at how well you know me.” He said wrly, his eyes softening.

She smiled. “It’s a gift.” Her smile faded when he turned away from her. “Lex?”

“I’ve had a very strange and difficult day Chloe.” He turned to face her again, and her stomach clenched painfully at the desperate look on his face. “I really need you tonight Chloe.”

She nodded willing to do anything to take his obvious pain away. “Okay.”

*******

Chloe thought she’d never see this part of Lex again. This quiet, intense, aggressive side of him. The last time she saw this side of him was the first time he finger fucked her against the wall of his study right before sending her away. But, some how, she knew this time there would be no sending away. She knew this to be apparent from the simple fact that this was Lex’s fourth time fucking her tonight.

Rough biting, licking and kissing. He left no part of her sweat slicked body untouched. He would fuck her in one position after the other until they came, making sure she came first before starting all over again. She was no longer frightened by his quiet intensity, and he was quiet, only groaning or moaning most of the time or to tell her which position to move her body in. She was used to it by now, and the pleasure she felt from his attentions were overshadowing her fear.

“Spread your legs wider.”

God his voice was so quiet, so deep and husky in her ear that Chloe felt herself grow even wetter. She arched her back and opened her legs as wide as they could go, knowing she probably looked like a fool, but not giving a damn.

“Fuck!” She moaned as his cock suddenly went even deeper.

“Yeah.” He grunted, moving fast and hard as he could. He tightening his hold on her wrists, which he held high above her head. “Fuck yeah.”

Chloe couldn’t move, his whole body pressed fully against her own being the cause of it. She could only hold on, and feel the pleasure and slight pain as his slick cock slid in and out of her, the loud sucking noise his cock made turning her on even more.

She opened her eyes halfway and watched him, surprised to see him staring down at her intently. His face twisting up with pleasure each time he thrust forward. Sweat trickled down his nose and onto her breast.

Her eyes widened then slowly slid closed when he hit her spot. “Oh..uhh..Fuck Lex!” She shuddered as he hit it again and again. She was so close. She could feel it. Could feel her climax lying in wait. Building itself higher and higher, but she knew she wouldn’t come. Not yet, her cunt far too sensitive to come just by Lex fucking her. She had to touch herself. He had to touch her.

Before she could voice her request, Lex suddenly stopped, and she gasped in surprise then groaned in frustration when he released her arms and slid out of her.

“Lex-” She whined, but trailed off when he silently urged her with his hands to move onto her side.

She did as directed, moving onto her right side, watching as he lay behind her, wrapping his left arm around her waist and sliding his leg through her thighs.

“Oh.” She breathed, and lifted her leg higher as he thrust inside of her.

The change in position hit not only her spot, but a whole new bundle of nerves, and Chloe threw her head back, feeling as though she was having a pleasure overload.

“Fuck Lex. Yes. Yes. Uh uh!” She chanted as his cock moved faster than before.

“Fuck Chloe. So tight.” He groaned, speaking her name for the first time. He squeezed her breast in his hand before sliding it down her side toward her thigh so he could lift it higher and thrust even deeper.

“Oh. Uh..uh.. Lex, gonna come so so hard.” Needing to touch herself, she slipped her hand slowly down her stomach, and between her legs, moaning at how hot and wet she felt. Biting her lip, she scissored her fingers between his thrusting cock. Everything was so hot. So wet and slick. She slide her fingers against her clit, making sure they brushed against his cock.

He must’ve lied that because the hold on her breast tightened, and he growled deep into her ear. She rubbed harder as she felt it. Felt herself falling. Her head began to spin. She saw spots in front of her eyes.

“Fuck!” Chloe whimpered, her whole body tensing before shuddering hard with release.

Just as the last few shudders left her body, Lex’s arm tightened around her waist, and he moved harder. Grunting her name into her ear with each thrust. She could tell by the sounds that he was coming, and she whished she could see his face. See the way his eyes darkened. Whished she could see his face twisting up in pleasure all because of her.

Soon his thrusting hips ceased their movements, and his head collapsed next to hers with a loud sigh. They lay there, panting. Sweat trickling down both their bodies. Led moved first, and she moaned as he slid out of her slowly. She moved onto her back, and watched silently as he slid the condom off, tied it, and dropped it into the wase basket next to her bed.

Her throat suddenly tightened when he lay back down, turning onto his side and putting his back to her. She knew this would solve none of his troubles. Knew whatever it was plaguing him would never go away unless he talked about it. She moved slowly, not wanting to disturb the soreness she felt between her thighs anymore than she should. She slide her body as close as she could to his back, wrapping her arm around his waist while kissing his freckled shoulder blade. “Lex?”

“Did I hurt you?” He asked softly.

She frowned as her hands caressed his muscled bicep. “Of course you didn’t.”

“Are you sure?” He asked softly. “Because I wasn’t..gentle with you.”

She lipped the back of his neck as she smiled in amusement. “I’m not made of glass you know.”

He sighed. “Chloe-”

“I’m fine Lex. More than fine actually. I’m completely sated. Satisfied. Happily content. While you on the other hand, while I have no doubt you enjoyed having sex with me, I think whatever’s been bothering you is still bothering you.”

She felt him tense, and she could already feel how quickly he was planning on closing himself off again. She ignored all the signals, continued stroking his arm soothingly, kissing the back of his neck and the bump on the back of his head. The silence stretched, and stretched and stretched some more. “Lex,” She said quietly. “Tell me a secret.”

More silence then. “I’ve killed someone today Chloe.”

She froze, she certainly hadn’t expected that. “What?”

He turned onto his back, and stared up at the ceiling, his face an unreadable mask as he spoke. “Today. A man I had fired months ago because I found out he was stealing money from one of the Luthorcorp accounts, burst into my office wielding a gun. He was yelling, accusing me of ruining his life. I tried calming him down, but he was so irate, pointing his gun at me. I always keep a gun next in the drawer next to me, and I took it out. The next thing I know blood is pooling down his chest and he’s on the ground…” He trailed off before shaking his head. “I wasn’t feeling this way after I shot him, but when his wife showed up on the scene, and the look she gave me-”

“Oh, Lex.” Chloe said sadly.

“I keep remembering when I first met her and their daughter at the company Christmas party last year. They had seemed so happy. I keep thinking I could‘ve done something else. ” He sighed.

“Like what?” She asked and he shrugged. “Lex, you can’t blame yourself for this. No one has the right to threaten your life with a gun. You were protecting yourself.”

He looked away from her. “I found out it wasn’t him stealing from my company Chloe. It was just a computer glitch in the system.”

She shook her head. “God Lex,”

He shook his head. “All I had to do was investigate it further and I didn’t. I did ruin that man’s life Chloe. I ruined his family’s life.”

“Hey,” She said softly. “Stop blaming yourself Lex. What happened was horrible yes, but its not your fault.”

Lex nodded without meeting her eyes. “It could have all been avoided if I just took the time to-”

“Maybe,” She cut in. “But you were protecting yourself Lex. I don’t know what I would’ve done if you were….” She trailed off when he turned to look at her curiously. “We have got to do something about this ‘being responsible for the whole world’ complex you’re starting to develop. You might start turning into Clark.”

He smiled his first smile that night. “We can’t have that.”

She rested her hand on his chest. “I made you smile.”

He sat up slightly, leaning on his elbow as he rested his hand on her flat tummy. “You did.” He said, now watching as his fingers ran across the bruises on her hips. He looked up at her with a concerned gaze. “I did hurt you.”

She rolled her eyes at him. “Not in a bad way. I like it when you get like this. Although, I don‘t like the fact that you‘re sad.”

He looked at her. Really looked at her, a look on his face that made his heart race. “You scare the shit out of me Chloe.”

She frowned deeply at him. “Is that good or bad?”

He turned onto his back, pulling her so she could lay on his chest. “I haven’t decided yet, but I’m leaning towards good.”

Still completely confused, she just nodded, burying her face in his neck, and wrapping her arm around his waist. “You’re getting use to the cuddling.” She said, pulling the sheet up around their bodies.

“I think I am,” He replied tiredly. “Chloe?”

“Hmm?” She mumbled already drifting off.

“Never mind.” He said, and the last thing she felt before drifting off into a deep slumber were his lips on her forehead.

TBC

[lj715]

So glad you updated, great chapter. Glad Chloe could be ther for Lex when he needed her. Can't wait for more.

[xxasaxx]

damn! that smut was good! worth the wait!:devil:

[letia84]

Lois using Clark for sex. HA LOL.:rofl:

“Clarkized” That still cracks me up. :rofl:

Who the fuck was that Dean guy. Asshole.:bang: Hate guys that do that.

Ahh... he was going to tell her he loved her. Very nice smut nice and hot. Great update so much good stuff in there. So glad you are back and can’t wait for the next installment.

[kcsgirl82]

I loved it!!!!!!!!!!!! I hope Lex doesn't keep wallowing in what happened it wasn't his fault. I think Lex is so close to telling Chloe that he loves her!!!!
Please update again when you get a chance!!!!!!!!
PS:Thanks for the Update!!!!!!!!!!

[Shanna]

Yay! Great update. I love the whole "Tell me a secret" thing.

More soon, please!

Shanna

[hfce]

That was great and the smut :drool: I am so glad Chloe was able to be there for Lex. More please..


Hope :)

[westwingwolf]

I feel so bad for Lex, but I'm glad Chloe is there for him. And the smut was so good. I can sense that Lex is about to tell Chloe how he feels, please say it will happen soon.

[star del mar]

You updated! Well at least Lex had a good reason for not showing up to the party. I feel bad for him though...there's always so much going on inside of him. At least he knows that he can trust Chloe and that's she's always going to there for him, in whatever way that he needs. Great update!

Steph*

[Ann]

Aw, poor Lex. I'm glad that Chloe is there for him and can help him through times like this. Great update!

[meg20]

Wonderful update!
Glad that Lex finally showed up and told the truth about what happened!
Hope Clark tells Lois his secret!!!
Smut:drool2:

[Pieper]

Great update. Great smut. More soon please.

[hellinean]

Your fic is very good! Thank you for the update!
And give us more soon please. :)

[happybum]

that's sucks, more inner turmoil for lex. he blames himself for too much for
inevitable situations where you have to act upon your survival instincts. he shoulders way too much guilt for one individual. It's MB's fault he so emotionally crippled. well aleast they had angry sex. Sex is good. =] keep on writing

[Gaia]

One of them has to have the guts to tell the "I love you" part. Both of them are scared.....but still!
Great update though:D

[autumngold]

Great update!!! Thank you for having Chloe be so understanding to Lex instead of punishing him for missing the party!! She is exactly what he needs in his life!! Can't wait for more!!

[Kitty Black Cat]

Can either of them say I love you already!!! I swear people.... Anyway, this is really good. You're doing wonders with this. And I love the parts about Lois and Clark. I'm not specifically a fan but in this fic you've got me hooked on every small detail. I love how Chloe and Lois tease each other, i think you created a good relationship between the two. And it was a good idea the "I killed a man". I like how you showed Lex in the last chapter. Please write more soon!!!!

[JDS]

U rule!!!! but you already knew that didn't you? hehe I love this part! I feel for Lex though that couldn't have been an easy day

[pipersmum]

Fantastic update Kimbo I am glad Chloe was able to support Lex in his time of need. I wonder who will submit first and confess their love for each other???? The smut was really good and I love the way you write Lois! LOL.

I can't wait for more soon :)

[MagnusXXN]

I pretty much got the impression that Lex was going to stand Chloe up, but I guess he 'did' have a good reason. And I'm glad Chloe didn't over react, that she was able to understand, even more so then Lex himself.

The Lois/Clark stuff is just funny as hell, hes turned that boy into her 3am booty call. ; )

I can't wait to read more, update soon!




): )

[BellaMR]

I'm just reading this for the first time and I love it. Thank you for writing such a great story. I can't wiat to read more.

[ElvenPhoenix]

I am loving this story! I really can't wait for the next chapter!

[kimbo]

Thanks for all the feedback once again! It really keeps me going. This next part is pretty long and i thought about cutting it in half, but i thought, what the hell. anyway here’s the next part…

Chapter 11

“Why are you going on this date again?”

Lois glanced back at Chloe with a frown of annoyance. “Because I was asked.”

Chloe raised an eyebrow, confused by her cousin’s sudden change of heart. “What about Clark?”

Lois groaned as she reached for her belt. “What about him?” She huffed as she struggled to put it on. “This doesn’t even match!”

“What do you mean what about him? Aren’t you two still sleeping together?”

Lois gave her a duh look. “Of course we are.”

Chloe shook her head even more confused. “Then why on earth are you going on this date?”

“Because I was-”

“Don’t even say ‘because I was asked again’.” Chloe cut in. “What’s going on?”

Lois threw the belt down and reached for the next one. “Nothing. Just because Clark and I are sleeping together doesn’t mean I can’t date other people.”

Chloe nodded. “Okay.”

“He doesn’t own me.”

“Right.”

“And I certainly don’t own him.”

Chloe nodded her head vigorously. “No owning. Got it.” She really had trouble understanding Lois sometimes. Well, understanding Lois’s brain when it came to guys. More importantly, Chloe couldn’t understand Lois when it came to the subject that is Clark. She couldn’t understand why her cousin was denying her feelings for Clark. Why she simply couldn’t see it was just more than the great sex. That Clark was really good for her. She knew if Lois would simply stop being in denial, she could be so very happy.

“Stop giving me that look.” Lois harrumphed, but the slightly guilty look on her face revealed all.

Chloe blinked as she met Lois’s eyes in the mirror. “What look?”

Lois pointed. “That look.” She turned to face Chloe, still pointing. “That same look I give you when you’re acting foolish about something.”

“You aren’t acting foolishly. ” Chloe said innocently.

Lois threw her hands up as she sat next to Chloe with a huff. “Liar.” She groaned out loud. “I am acting foolishly aren’t I?”

“Pretty foolish.” Chloe agreed with a nod. “What’s going on Lo?”

Lois shrugged. “I don’t know,” She whined looking at Chloe with a slightly desperate look. “Did I mention that Kansas farm boys freak me out?”

Chloe giggled. “Once or twice.” She gave Lois a look of concern. “What happened?”

“Clark happened,” Lois said with a snort. She looked away from Chloe as she spoke. “He said-he…god!”

“Lois!” Chloe’s eyes were wide.

Lois cringed as she said her next words. “He said he loved me.”

“Oh,” Chloe gasped. “He did?”

Lois rolled her eyes. “Yes!” She answered incredulously. “Right when he was coming.”

Chloe rolled her eyes. That was just like Clark. “And I’m assuming it bothered you that he said it during sex?”

Lois shook her head with an angry scowl. “It bothered me because I knew he meant it.”

“Oh.” Chloe’s frown deepened. “Huh?”

Lois stood up and began to pace. “Smallville can’t love me. We have absolutely nothing in common. He’s black and I’m white. He’s oil and I’m vinegar. He’s-”

“Cut it with the analogies I get it.” Chloe cut in holding up her hand. “Look, I’m sure you two have something in common.”

Lois crossed her arms in front of her chest. “Like what?”

Chloe thought for a moment before smiling. “The great sex. You two are great in bed together. That’s a start.”

Lois rolled her eyes. “That doesn’t count. Sex isn’t something you have in common with someone. Plus, he’s totally weird, constantly asking if he’s hurting me every second.”

Chloe pursed her lips as her look turned slightly ominous. She couldn’t imagine how incredibly hard it must be for Clark to control his strength every waking moment of every day. “There has to be something you may like besides the sex.”

Lois sighed feeling put upon. “He listens when I talk.”

Chloe frowned. “Clark listens?”

Lois glared at her, and Chloe held up her hand.

“Okay, Okay. So he listens. You like to listen to me, so there you go. Something you two in common.”

Lois paused in thoughtful consideration before frowning deeply. “What the hell am I even doing anyway? Ugh! Why did he have to say that? He’s messed everything up.”

Chloe smirked at her cousin, feeling sudden amusement. She had never seen Lois so worked up before. Even though she was surprised, she wasn’t confused. She knew exactly why Lois was being so overly dramatic, and it amused her to no end. “You like Clark.” She said in a sing song voice.

Lois snorted. “I do not.”

Chloe nodded standing up. “Uh huh. You do. You like Clark, and you know it. You’re just too chicken to admit it.”

“Fine!” Lois hissed. “I like him. Are you happy now?”

Chloe‘s eyes turned soft. “You like him a lot don’t you?”

Lois sighed. “Yes, okay. I like his muscles and his stupid puppy dog eyes. And-”

“His personality,” Chloe helped softly. “His sweetness.”

Lois sat next to Chloe with another huff. “What’s wrong with me?”

“Nothing, you’re just temporarily confused.” She tilted her head at the bewildered look on Lois’s face. “What is it?”

Lois glanced sideways at her. “Why is it that I can help you with Lex, but I can’t even help myself?”

Chloe shrugged. “Its always like that, and besides you wanted to see me happy.”

Lois frowned deeply at that. “So I don’t want to see myself happy?”

“I don’t know,” Chloe answered with a shrug. “Do you?”

“Of course!” She sighed shaking her head. “Its just, the way he looks at me. Like I’m his everything. It scares the shit out of me.”

Chloe sat back momentarily stunned. Those words were the same words Lex had uttered to her a few night ago. Although his facial expression had given nothing away, she knew the words meant more than he actually admitted.

“I’m a girlfriend aren’t I?” Lois asked laying back with a groan. “When exactly did I become a girlfriend?”

Chloe grinned knowingly. “Pretty much that first night. You‘ve been Clark-”

“Shut up!” Lois stared up at the ceiling forlornly . “I can’t go out on that date huh?”

Chloe shook her head. “Nope.”

“What am I going to tell this guy?”

Chloe sighed as she lay back as well. “Well, you could tell him you caught the Ebola virus or something.”

Lois laughed shaking her head. “What’s your take on this girlfriend thing? Is it as good as people say it is?”

Chloe shrugged with a small smile. “Well, I wouldn’t really know.”

Lois turned to look at her. “Excuse me while I say huh?”

Chloe shrugged again. “I honestly don’t know what Lex and I now. I mean, we still act the same around each other, but we really don’t do the things couples are suppose to do.”

Lois’s eyes widened. “Couples do things?”

“Ha ha.” Chloe said, but her glared faded when she noticed her cousin was serious. “Of course they do.”

Lois shook her head. “All of that responsibility. I can’t handle it. Clark is just going to have to find someone else to worship.”

Chloe snorted clearly not believing her.

Lois glared. “I’m serious!”

Chloe winced as something dug into her back. She sat up slightly, reaching for the offending piece of metal. “Uh, Lois, Why is there an egg beater in your bed?”

Lois paused then, “You don’t want to know.”

“Ew!” She threw the egg beater down and stood up quickly glaring as Lois began to giggle. What kind of freaky sex was she and Clark having exactly? “Remind me to burn this outfit later on.”

*****

“I must say I’m a bit disappointed Sullivan, the last story you gave me was less than stellar.”

Chloe stared at Harrower with a deep frown. “It was?”

Harrower nodded, blowing a hefty dose of cigar smoke into Chloe’s face. “Yes it was! The one before that wasn’t one to write home about either.”

Chloe blinked, her eyes watering from the smoke. “But sir-”

“I’ve given you extension after extension on that Platman industries article, and you’ve given me nothing.”

Chloe shook her head. “But, its not complete yet. I need-”

“What I need is something from you that’s worth putting in my newspaper.” he sighed at the slightly forlorn expression on her face. “Look Sullivan, I think I’ve been favoring you too much. I know Platman industries has moved its operation, and I have no doubt you’ve been working very hard on this assignment-”

“Yes,” She agreed quietly . “I have.”

He sighed again. “But I need something now. I’ll need something on my desk, by tomorrow morning.”

Chloe was already turning to leave. “That’s fine sir.”

“And Sullivan?”

She sighed turning to around with a smile that didn’t quite reach her eyes. “Yes boss?”

“I’m counting on you for it to be good.”

Chloe turned her face set with conviction. “Oh, it’ll be good. I promise you that.”

Harrower watched as his door slammed shut with a small smile on his face. “What a strange girl.”


IS METROPOLIS OVERRUN BY GREED AND CORRUPTION?

“You’re still here?”

Chloe looked up at her co-worker Murphey with a small smile. “Yeah, Just finishing up this article.”

“Harrower working you too hard again?”

Chloe snorted. “Isn’t he always?”

Murphey laughed. “You love it and you know it. I’m gonna head out. Don’t work too late.”

“I won’t. See you Monday!” She called.

Chloe proofread her article for the third and last time before saving and printing it. She pulled it out of her printer with a small smile on her face, satisfied with herself and her work, she placed it into the folder and dropped it into Harrower’s mailbox. She glanced at her watch, frowning when she noticed it was almost eight. She hurried back toward her desk pausing before printing out another copy of her article so she could show it to Lex.

********
“My my if it isn’t ms Sullivan.”

Chloe grinned as she pulled Helga into a tight hug. “Hi Helga!”

“Well look at you.” Helga breathed, pulling away with a smile. “So how are you my dear?”

For reasons unknown to Chloe she felt her ears grow hot at the way Helga was knowingly grinning at her. “I’ve been all right. I’m sorry I haven’t been by to visit, I’ve been kind of busy.”

“Oh nonsense my child,” Helga said with a wave of her hand. “You’re here now, and besides Mr. Luthor has updated me on what you’ve been.”

There was that smile again. That smile that said I know what you’ve been up to. That smile that had Chloe’s whole face heating up.

“Mr. Luthor is in his study. Gathering the last of his things I’d imagine.”

“Oh I almost forgot he was leaving for Metropolis tonight.” Chloe smiled at Helga. “Will you be making the move as well?”

Helga smiled. “Yes, but I’ll be living on my own this time.”

Chloe’s smile faded. “You aren’t working for Lex anymore?”

“No No child I am, I’ll just be working part time this time.” Helga smiled that smile of hers again. “I don’t think I need to watch over him any longer.”

Chloe laughed nervously. “Okay.” They both paused in front of Lex’s study. “Hey could you do me a huge favor?”

*****

“So do you like it?”

Lex handed Chloe back her article with a small smile. “Its very good.”

“Yes, I know.” Chloe said exasperated. “But do you like it?”

His approving of her article meant more to Chloe than she would care to admit out loud.

He looked up at her with an amused smile. “Yes, Chloe I like it.”

“Good,” she breathed with a wide smile. “It isn’t too poetic is it?”

He moved to stand in front of her, so close his chest brushed up against her own. He bent his head until his forehead touched hers. “Its very poetic,” he breathed, his warm breath tickling her lips. “That’s why I like it so.” His eyes glanced down at her lips before meeting her gaze again. Chloe stepped back when he stepped even closer, her butt hitting the edge of the high table with a soft thud. He smirked and reached around her for a book. He stepped back with that same smirk on his face. “That’s why I like all of your articles.”

Chloe’s fingers gripped the table as she tried to calm her suddenly frazzled nerves. He was a tease. She knew he was a tease because he had just teased her. He knew she knew he was a tease, and she had a sneaking suspicion that he liked that she knew. Shaking her confusing thoughts, she raised an eyebrow at him. “You read my articles?”

“Of course I do,” he answered as he packed the rest of his things. “I especially liked the last one you wrote.. ParkView avenue, the slums of Metropolis.”

She laughed with a shrug. “There’s Nothing like poetically calling the rich raunchy-” She paused at the look on his face. “Not that you’re raunchy or anything.”

Lex shook his head. “You’re a strange woman Chloe.”

Her eyes widened in astonishment. “This coming from the guy who wrote the book on strange.”

Lex chuckled. “Touché.”

She sighed. “It doesn’t matter anyway because Harrower hated them.”

Lex snorted. “He’s a crackpot.”

Chloe raised an eyebrow. “Crackpot? You’ve been reading those 18th century novels again haven’t you?”

Lex laughed. Before he opened his mouth to answer, he looked up when there was a soft knock at the door. “Helga, is there something you need?”

Helga, still smiling that knowing smile of hers entered the study. “I’m just here to inform Ms. Sullivan that the favor she’s asked of me is ready.”

Lex gazed curiously at Chloe who was smiling widely at Helga.

“Okay, thanks Helga.”

Helga winked at her. “No problem dear. Mr. Luthor.” She turned to leave.

Chloe smiled as she watched Helga leave before turning to Lex who had fixed her with a questioning stare.

“Chloe, what are you up to?”

She grinned at him. “I hope you like surprises.”

******

“I hate surprises.”

“Yes,” Chloe sighed, as she led Lex through the castle by the hand. “You said that already. Four times in fact.”

“Just thought I should drill it in for you.”

Chloe snorted, gripping his hand tighter. “You just like being in control.”

He gave a ghost of a smile. “True. Where are we going exactly? it seems like we’ve been walking forever.”

“Its not my fault you live in a big ass castle. Turn left.” She directly, holding in her giggle as he stumbled.

He frowned deeply, and she could see the little vein appear on the top of his head to indicate he was getting really annoyed. “Just why do I have to keep my eyes closed?”

“Because,” She explained slowly. “It’s a surprise.”

“Yes, we covered that but-” He trailed off. “We’re outside?”

“Mmhmm, keep em’ closed!”

“Chloe-”

“Almost there.”

“Will you at least tell me where-”

“The back of the castle,” she cut in. “Now keep those eyes closed please.”

She could tell by the way he pursed his lips that he wanted to say something else, but he didn’t. She was grateful for it. “Okay,” she said as they stopped walking. “Open them.”

White glass candles all lit in the form of a large circle in the grass. A blanket, a bottle of champagne on ice along with two flutes laid in the middle.

Chloe glanced up at Lex to see him staring down at his surprise with a look she couldn’t read.

“I know its completely cliché and extremely mushy, but I thought we should celebrate you leaving Smallville. Celebrate your last night living in this castle….” She trailed off when he looked down at her, his unreadable expression now gone, and in its place was the softest expression she’s ever seen on him.

“Its not cliché,” he said and she raised an eyebrow. “Okay maybe a little.” He corrected smiling slightly. “But I like it.” He grasped her hand in his own and together they stepped over the candles.

“I was going to do strawberries, but I thought those might be a bit much.” She explained as they sat onto the blanket.

“Yes, don’t want to pull too many of those cliché cards,” He said as he reached for the bottle of champagne, easily popping the top. “Hand me those glasses.”

Chloe did as asked, holding both glasses while he filled them. “I think I might have a whole deck of those.”

Lex took the glass she handed him. “I think almost everyone does.”

Chloe smiled slowly at him. “Even you?”

“No,” He said with a snort. “That’s why I said almost everyone.”

“Ahh yes,” She sighed. “Lex Luthor is mysteriously different from everyone else.”

“See,” He said patting her shoulder. “Now you’re getting it.”

She rolled her eyes and held up her glass. “A toast, to change. And, new beginnings. I just want you to know that Metropolis is different from Smallville. The people are different. So I advise to stay to yourself and don’t talk to strangers.”

She giggled at the annoyed look on his face.

“You’re funny,” He said without malice. “I told you you’re strange.”

“Okay,” she said still giggling. She cleared her throat and held up her glass again. “Seriously now, to new security because frankly your security here at this castle sucks.”

Lex nodded. “Very true.”

“Mmhmm,” she continued. “And to no more beatings because you’ve had a lot of those while living here. Also no more attempts on your life because you’ve had a lot of those here too. Also no more getting shot. God your life here in Smallville has sucked.”

Lex chuckled, taking a sip of his drink. “Don’t forget the two murderous wives. I think I was safer staying in Metropolis in the first place.”

Chloe shrugged. “I don’t know about that one. I mean you’ve done good things for this town too. You’ve kept a lot of people employed. Plus, if you never came here then we would never have met, and that would be a shame.”

He slowly reached out, and put a piece of hair behind her ear. “Yes,” he said softly. “It would.”

The look he was giving her made Chloe want to melt into a puddle at his feet. Or preferably jump him. She knew she had to be giving Lex the same look from the way his eyes had suddenly darkened to the point where they looked black. Her eyes fell down to his adams apple which bobbed as he swallowed the rest of his drink. She suddenly felt her mouth go dry . Her body had grown incredibly hot. She reached for the bottle, and poured herself another drink.

“Careful,” He said softly. “Champagne gives you headaches.”

She paused in her drinking, and slowly lowered her glass down as she stared at him. She didn’t think she could fall any harder for anyone than when she did at that very moment. Her father always said it was the little things that counts, and Chloe was a big fan of the little things. He knew the small detail about her headaches with the champagne, and she knew he probably knew much more about her.

Her hands must’ve had a mind of their own because while she was in her thoughts, they had suddenly wrapped themselves around the back of Lex’s neck, and was slowly pulling his head toward her own. Before she had time to think, his lips were on hers. Softly kissing her into submission. Her mouth opened, and she moaned as his tongue slid slowly against her own. Excitement raced up and down her spine when Lex unfastened her blouse and bra.

“Here?” She breathed, nearly purring with the pleasurable sensation of his warm hand moving up her sides to cover her breast.

Lex squeezed and molded her breast, lightly flicking his thumbs across her nipple. “Here,” he murmured, pulling her down to nuzzle her neck. He moved back, and lifted her slightly so he could suck her nipple into his mouth.

“Okay,” she gasped, tightening her hold on his shoulders. “I hope you don’t have cameras back here.”

“No,” His other hand slowly pulled up her skirt, until it was bunched around her waist. “My security sucks.” He sent an exploring finger between her legs.

Chloe felt slightly embarrassed at the rush of moisture she felt dampening her underwear and his hand, but her pleasure quickly outweighed that. “Oh yeah,” she gasped, moving her hips slightly. “I almost forgot.” Her body shook when his thumb suddenly pressed against her clit. She pushed him backward so hard, his arm flew out and nearly knocked over one of the candles. “Watch it.” She breathed, bending over to kiss his throat.

“That’s the last thing I’ll need,” He breathed, his hands caressing down her back as she sucked on his throat. “I can already see the headline… ‘Lex Luthor dies from horrible cliché accident.’”

Chloe burst into laughter, so loud that her voice echoed throughout the field. She sat up still giggling. “The irony alone would kill me.”

He smiled up at her, his eyes soft as he watched her laugh. He caressed the side of her face. “You have the most interesting laugh Chloe.”

Her laughter slowly died, and she smiled down at him. “Is that good or bad?”

“Very good,” he informed, cutting off all conversation to stroke her moist sex.

“Oh, that’s good.” She whispered, rocking against his hand. Her fingers moved to unbutton and unzip his pants, lifting up so he could slide them down his waist. She gripped his cock in her hand, stroking and squeezing him. “Lex?” She breathed when he suddenly pulled her hand away.

“I don’t have a condom.” He said not bothering to keep the disappointment out of his voice.

She pushed him back when he tried to sit up. “Its okay,” She said, gripping him in her hand again. “We don’t need it.” She sat up slightly then slowly slid down, closing her eyes at how deep he went. She wasn’t going to last long. She could feel it. Could already feel the familiar tingling in her belly. Spasms shuddered through her when his hips suddenly jerked forward. She slid her eyes opened halfway, and looked down at him to see him looking up at her, and she could tell by the strained look on his face that he was taking great effort to force himself to remain still, letting her slide up and down on him, her tight cunt squeezing and pulling on his cock. Chloe felt her climax approaching. She moved faster and harder, her muscles straining with the effort, making him grunt on every downward slide.

“That’s it,” he groaned, squeezing her waist with his hands. “Come Chloe…harder.”

“Fuck!” She leaned forward, her hands resting on his chest. She moved harder, her breast jiggling from the effort, and ripples of pleasure spread through them both as hes suddenly began to thrust his hips upward.

“Chloe,” He said suddenly. “I won’t last much longer unless you…oh fuck, yes.. Tighter!”

“Lex,” She panted. “I’m.oh..uh god..” She squeezed her inner muscles down, clenching them around his cock tightly as her climax got stronger.

He pulled her down on him, holding her as his hips jerked, flooding her insides with his warmth. Her body shook as she tried to catch her breath. “Shit.”

Lex chuckled. “Yeah.”

Chloe felt herself growing incredibly tired. She felt Lex nudge her slightly.

“Don’t fall asleep, god knows what creatures run around here at night.”

“Meteor mutants.” She mumbled into his chest. She sighed when she felt his arms tighten around her.

“That’s comforting.” He murmured.

Silence descended upon both of them as they both settled deeply into their thoughts.

“Tell me a secret.” She breathed quietly.

He sighed. “I’m really happy.” He said quietly, his breath tickling her ear.

She grinned against his throat. “That’s good.”

“Just waiting for the sky to fall on my head at any moment now.”

“Cynic,” She said, raising her head to look down at him. “I won’t let it.”

He gave her a rueful glance. “I highly doubt your ability to catch the sky.”

She gave him a half smile. “Your sarcasm is lacking tonight.”

He shrugged. “Incredible orgasms do it to me all the time….” He trailed off, and looked away from her for a moment before turning back his face set in a serious mask. “Thank you Chloe.”

She smiled brightly at him. “You’re welcome. Now can we go back inside ? My ass is getting kind of cold.”

*****

Chloe arrived at work the next morning with a surprise of her own waiting on her desk. A vase of purple lilacs with a card sticking out of them.

“Someone’s in love.”

Startled, Chloe looked up from her gift to see the intern Veronica standing over her desk with a small smile. “Huh?”

Veronica laughed shaking her head. “I said someone’s in love. Look at you, you’ve been smiling since you walked into work today.”

Chloe waved her hand, and turned away. “I have not.” she turned back to Veronica. “Have I?”

Veronica giggled. “Oh yes. You have. Plus the flowers. Who’s the lucky guy?”

Chloe shook her head as she glanced down at the card she held in her hands.

I’m borrowing one of your cards this morning. I hope you don’t mind….
L.L.

She shrugged. “Just some guy.”

Veronica snorted. “Well, whoever he is, he sure must be doing his job in order to put that look on your face.”

“I’m just having a good day,” Chloe explained. “My article was a hit.”

Veronica gave her a look that said she clearly didn’t believe her. “Mmhmm, I’m sure that didn’t put that look on your face,” she glanced at her watch. “Its getting late, and it’s a Saturday. You better go home to your cutie.”

Chloe shot her an annoyed look as she waved her off. “Goodnight Veronica.” She reached for her phone as it rang. “Daily Planet, Chloe Sullivan speaking, how may I help you?”

Silence.

She frowned. “Hello? Hello? He-”

“If you value your own life, don’t print the second part of that article bitch.”

Chloe frowned deeply. “Excuse me?”

“Print the second part of that article and you’re dead! You hear me bitch? dead!”

Fear and panic gripped Chloe as the dial tone sounded into her ear. She slowly hung up the phone. She was just threatened. Her life was just threatened at her own job. She stood up, and quickly gathered her things, reaching for Lex’s gift to her last. She hurried out of the office, quickly hurrying down the hall toward the elevators. She pressed the down button four time, silently wiling the elevator to move faster.

“Come on,” She whispered, gripping the vase in her arms tighter. “Hurry. Hurry. Please hurry,” She whispered, silently cursing herself for forgetting her pepper spray.

She was so busy worrying about the elevator, she didn’t see someone approaching her from behind, but she noticed when that someone reached out for her shoulder.

“Ahh!” She screamed, turning around to face Larry the security guard standing there with a frown.

“You forgot your I.D.” he said holding it up.

She sighed. “Gee, Larry.” She snatched it up and stepped onto the elevator as the doors slid open. She reached for the close door button and paused. “Could you…walk me to my car please?”

*****

The knife in her throat cut deeply into her skin. She stared up at her faceless captor with fear into her eyes. “Please…”

“Shut up bitch! I’m going to slit your throat!”

“No, please!” her cries went unheard as the knife dug deeper into her throat.

Chloe woke with a scream stuck in her throat, her heart hammering loudly inside her chest as the last remnants of her nightmare faded away. Sweat beaded her forehead. Her mouth was dry and her palms sweaty. She closed her eyes tight as that voice that threatened her life was heard inside of her head. She couldn’t shake the panic that there was a possibility that they knew she where lived also.

She glanced at the time, sighing when she noticed it was four in the morning. Without thinking, she reached for her cell phone, and started dialing.

“Luthor here.” A sleepy voice answered on the third ring.

The deep voice suddenly calmed her, and she closed her eyes, took a deep calming breath before letting it out slowly, along with the blinding panic that rose inside her. “Hi.”

She could hear him moving around in bed on the other end. “Chloe?”

She hugged her legs to her chest. “Yeah,” She laughed nervously. “Sorry for waking you.”

“No. No that’s all right…” he said, sounding suddenly alert. “What’s the matter?”

She closed her eyes, feeling touched that he could tell something was wrong. “Oh, um..I had a very bad nightmare.”

He was silent for a long moment the. “Are you all right?”

“No,” She admitted softly. “I’m not. Could you come over here? Please? I kind of don’t want to be alone.”

“I’ll be there in fifteen minutes.” He hung up.

****

She heard the soft but demanding knock at her door at exactly 4:15, and she quickly hurried out of her bed, and toward the door, peaking in the peephole before opening it to reveal a half dressed Lex standing in the doorway a worried expression on his face. She pulled him inside, and wrapped her arms around his neck, hugging him as tight as she could. “Thanks for coming over.” She mumbled, her voice shaking slightly.

He grasped her arms in his hands, and pulled away so she could look at her. “What’s wrong?”

Chloe didn’t answer, her face crumpled and she began to cry.

He gave her a pained look, obviously not use to her crying. “Chloe?” He breathed worriedly.

She shook her head, trying in vain to wipe at her tears that continued falling. “I’m sorry,” She rasped. “I can’t stop. I’m just so scared.”

He eyed her for a long moment before grasping her hand in his own. “Come on,” He said quietly. “Lets go lie down.”

*****

“I keep hearing that voice in my head, and it just really scared me you know?”

Lex nodded, running his fingers through her hair. “And the number came up unknown you say?”

She looked up at him. “Yes…” She trailed off at the look on his face. “What are you up to?”

He shook his head, and pulled her closer. “Nothing you need to be worried with.”

She frowned. “They threatened my life Lex.”

“Yes,” He said softly. “They did.”

She swallowed at the look on his face. The same look he used whenever he was going to do something drastic. “Hey,” She said, placing her hand on his face. “You know you don’t have to do anything crazy right?”

He smiled slightly. “Define crazy.”

She sighed. “Lex-”

“They threatened your life Chloe, and I completely intend on finding out whoever they are.”

She felt annoyed with the knowledge that he thought he could fight her battles for her. Turned on with the knowledge that he thought he could fight her battles for her.

Her frown turned into a small smile as she changed the subject. “Thank you for the flowers. Lilacs are my favorites.”

The hard look in his eyes softened slightly. “You’re welcome. Now sleep.”

She snorted. “Just like a Luthor,” She said sleepily. “He thinks he can get me to fall asleep just because he says so.”

Lex gave her an amused look. “Goodnight Chloe.”

She didn’t respond because she was already snoring softly into her pillow.

TBC

[lj715]

Really great update! The smut was hot! I really like Lois beiong in love with Clark. Who is after Chloe? I hope she's gonna be alright! So happy you updated & can't wait for more.

[letia84]

You chapters are so jammed back with good stuff. I love this update.

Poor Lois, she in deep. I love her in this she so funny. The smut was very nice. I like it when they make fun of there sappy moments. The card with the flowers was great.


“Okay,” she gasped, tightening her hold on his shoulders. “I hope you don’t have cameras back here.”

“No,” His other hand slowly pulled up her skirt, until it was bunched around her waist. “My security sucks.” He sent an exploring finger between her legs.
This had me rolling.:rofl: His security does suck.

OMG who is after CHloe. I hope she takes Lex's help.

Wonderful work can't wait for the next update.