[Completed] Elle Est Digne (NC-17) *Epilogue part II *Completed* 6-10-08* [Archive] - NS Forums - Your number one site for Chloe and Lex (Chlex)

kimbo

5th November 2006, 02:18

Oh I’m so glad you all like this story! Sorry for taking forever to update this. Here’s the next part.

Chapter 2

Chloe was having a bad night. Bad because as soon as she stepped foot into the Daily Planet, four of her co-workers had neatly stacked file folders into her arms requesting she shred each paper inside, Her supervisor had handed her a stack of classified ads to proof and edit, and a long list of movie timetables to type up. She absolutely loved being an intern for the Daily Planet. To top that all off, she was currently twenty minutes late for her visit with her mother.

She frowned at that and held her hand up for the taxi that just passed her by without stopping. She gritted her teeth in frustration while she silently cursed to the heavens for allowing those looters to bomb her car. She sighed to herself, thinking had she not been avoiding him, she would’ve accepted Jimmy’s invitation to give her a ride. It wasn’t as though she didn’t like Jimmy. He was smart, funny, kind of cute and very charming. Not to mention very talented, he has a lot going for himself.

He just was utterly terrible in bed. She had tried. She really did. The first time they had had sex during the summer of her betrayal, as she liked to call it, it had been a horrible fumbling mess, and she had just chalked it up to inexperience. Chloe hadn’t expected to ever see him again after that, and she was somewhat sad and glad for it. Of course she had been wrong.

Admittedly, running into Jimmy had evoked feelings in Chloe she still couldn’t describe. He was still the same as when she had last seen him, only a little bit taller and a lot less dorkier. She had been attracted. Really attracted to him. She had taken him up on his offer for going out for coffee. Then coffee turned into going out on lunch dates which turned into dinner dates which turned into heavy make-out sessions on his couch. She was enjoying his company. Enjoying his lips. Then came the sex.

She groaned to herself every time she thought about it. He was just so bad at it. He didn’t know what he was doing, was completely unadventurous, and boring. She had tried to role with the punches. Had tried to teach him new ways. Had tried to make things fun. But, to no avail, he would not partake in her freakiness.

He scratched no itch for her, and after a few weeks, she had come to the conclusion that her first initial attraction to him had been because she was going to die the night of the alien invasion.

Or maybe it was just pure old fashioned horniness.

So now she just avoided him any chance she got. Made up excuses as to way she couldn’t go out with him on lunch dates, or why she couldn’t meet him for dinner dates or spend the night at his place. She was kind of running out of excuses, and was contemplating telling him that she was dying from some unknown disease.

It was frustrating her to no end that non of her relationships turned out the way she wanted them to. Everyone else seemed to get along fine. Lois had her shallow billionaire boyfriend, and the two seemed to have no problem with sexing each other up every chance they got. Even when she slept in the same room.

She shivered in disgust. She really needed to find her own damn place.

Even Clark was getting some again, and she was glad that he had gotten over his I’ll break the girl in two fear.

She raised her arm and screamed in frustration as another taxi just passed her by. She glanced back at the Planet, the thought of accepting that ride from Jimmy appealing to her more and more. She shook her head again.

Perhaps there was something wrong with her. Perhaps she didn’t want to be happy. Jimmy was a nice enough guy. Caring in more than one ways. Maybe she should actually give him a chance.

She snorted as she raised her arm again. Who was she kidding? She didn’t want Jimmy. He was too easy. Too boring. She wanted something different.

She wanted a challenge.

Preferably someone who could fuck her brains out.

Glancing down the street one more time, she sighed to herself and began to walk the twelve blocks toward the hospital.

If she thought her night couldn’t get any worse, she was wrong. She turned just in time to see the large unmarked van pull up onto the sidewalk next to her. Tried to turn and run as two masked men jumped out and grabbed her. Screamed out in pain as a needle was stuck into her neck.

Her arms flailed slightly as she fought a losing battle for consciousness. Her eyes slid closed, her last thoughts on how much her life sucks.

*********

There was something about chloroform that warmed Lex. Perhaps it was the fact that it was better than being beat unconscious. Or maybe the fact that it was the slight penny taste it left inside your mouth after waking up. Or maybe he was just warmed because the kidnapers were nice enough to use such an old school tool on him. His hands tightened into fists.

He was slipping. Did they lose so much respect for him that they had to use something so low grade? He had known this would happen. He could understand this would happen to him. Sadly enough, it was a regular occurrence for him. So much so that he even contemplated putting it on his to-do list. What he couldn’t understand was why Chloe Sullivan was currently in the same position as he.

He stared at her unconscious form, a deep frown on his face. Why would they take her? She and Lex no longer had any ties to each other. The only recent contact they had now was small and brief run ins at the Talon, and even then they pretended not to know each other. She was nothing to him. Not even a thought on his mind. Someone who was a part of an old life that he had discarded so long ago.

He watched as she stirred with a low groan. Watched as she slowly sat up, grabbing her head in obvious pain.

“It’s the drugs they gave you,” He explained softly. “It’ll wear off in a little bit.” He watched as she froze, her eyes slowly turning to meet his gaze.

“What the fuck?!”

His gaze narrowed. Someone who was quite possibly the most annoying person he has ever met.

************

Waking up with what could be the worst headache possible, Chloe was sure she was in some type of twilight zone or even having a nightmare. She slowly scanned the darkened room, trying to assess her situation, failing miserably because of the fact that her head felt like a giant air balloon.

“It’s the drugs they gave you,” A familiar voice explained. “It’ll wear off in a little bit.”

Her head spun as her neck whipped in the direction of that voice. There sat Lex, back against the wall, hands resting on his knees.

Her eyes narrowed. Oh no. It couldn’t be. Please tell her it wasn’t who she thought it was. Please tell her it was just a figment of her imagination. The longer she stared at him that bald held and passive expression, the more she realized that this was real.

It was officially Chloe’s worst night ever.

“What the fuck?!”

It all suddenly made sense now. The being kidnapped. Lex being there. She had somehow gotten sucked into one of his monthly kidnappings. She sighed to herself, taking her time to once again assess her surroundings in the Dimly lit room.

“Who’d you piss off this time?”

Lex sighed, feeling slightly put upon. “I assure you Chloe, I have no involvement on--”

“You’re Lex Luthor,” Chloe in with a tone as if that explained everything. “You always have involvement.”

He stared at her hard for a long moment, feeling sudden resentment boil up from his insides. “Lets assume this has something to do with me,” He paused, ignoring her knowing smirk and raised eyebrow. “Why are you here?”

Chloe threw her hands up angrily. “Don’t you think I’ve been asking myself this same question for the past five minutes?” She stood up quickly, swaying on her feet as the room began to spin. “Whoa.” To her surprise, Lex was at her side in an instant, grasping her arm to steady her.

“Are you all right?”

Chloe yanked her arm out of his grasp. “I’m fine.” She glanced back at him, feeling slightly pleased at the offended expression on his face.

“While we’re in this situation, I expect us to be the least bit polite.”

Chloe slowly raised another eyebrow at him, her good mood at offending him now gone and replaced with annoyance. “I’m not even suppose to be here. This is your gig okay? So you can toss politeness out of the window and use that big brain of yours to find a way for us to get out of here!”

*********

“So let me get this straight. You want me to keep these two in here until they get together?”

Lionel watched his son and Chloe on the monitor with a small smile. “Precisely.”

Lark shook his head. “You sure as shit have a strange way of hooking up your son Luthor.”

Lionel ignored him. “I gather everything is in place as I’ve ordered.”

Lark nodded. “Of course, as long as I’m paid.”

Lionel slowly nodded. “The money has already been wired to your accounts. Remember Lark, No physically harming them.”

Lark huffed. “I won’t. Much. How long am I keeping them hostage exactly?”

Lionel smirked at the monitor. “I’ll give them a month.”

Lark just shrugged. “You’re the boss.” He glanced back at the monitor, watching as the two argued. He shook his head. “They don’t seem to really like each other.” He winced as Chloe’s voice screeched angrily through the speakers. “In fact, I think they hate one another.”

If only Lark could understand how there was such a small thin line between love and hate. Lionel watched them, a knowing smile coming onto his lips. “Its working all ready.”

************

Lex watched, half amused as Chloe tried to reach the vent on the ceiling. “Its rather useless.” He commented.

Chloe paused to glare at him. “You could help me you know.”

Lex only raised an eyebrow. “And I repeat once again. Quite useless.”

Chloe just huffed in annoyance and raised her arm again, making short bouncing leaps. If she could just reach that latch. She hopped again.

Lex watched her, torn between the urge to let her fall flat on her ass and stopping her from doing that ridiculous hopping. He silently weighed his options: She could one, possibly fall and break her neck. Then maybe it would finally be silent. He shook his head at the guilt he would surely be feeling, she could two, fall on her ass and be embarrassed. That would bring him immense pleasure, or she could three, fall and break one or several of her bones. He rolled his eyes, the risk was just too great. “Chloe-” He said, his voice taking on a strange warning tone.

She ignored him, and continued hopping.

He sighed loudly. “Chloe?”

“What?” She snapped, still hopping.

“You shouldn’t be doing that.” He winced as the chair shook dangerously to the left.

Chloe, on the other hand, seemed to not notice the danger she was putting herself in. “Why the hell not?”

The chair tipped again and he felt his hands twitch. “Because that chair won’t hold.”

Chloe paused and slowly turned to look at him. “Did you just call me fat?”

“For the love of-” Unusual agitation rose deep from within Lex’s gut. He stood up, grabbed her arm and yanked her off of the chair.

“Hey!” Chloe yelled, an indignant expression on her face. She tried to yank her arm out of his grip, but failed when he tightened his hold. “Get off of me!”

“Will you shut up!” He yelled angrily. They were both silent, staring at each other with anger and intensity. Lex took a deep breath, silently berating himself for losing control. He schooled his features. “Look,” He said pointing toward the vent again. “That is too high up, you’ll never reach that with your height. Secondly, its even useless to try and reach it its steel and its bolts are welded shut. Thirdly, the chair is bent and you’ll fall off and break your neck.”

Chloe stared at him for a long moment before gently removing her arm from his grasp. “Then why didn’t you just say that.” She turned away from him turned in the wide expanse of the room. “What are we going to do?” She asked angrily. She ran over to what looked like a door and banged on it. “Hello?!” She screamed, her voice taking on a hysterical edge. “I have places to be! Help!”

Lex stepped back slowly, annoyed and a little alarmed as he watched her go into hysterics. “Chloe-”

“Hello!” She yelled, ignoring him. ”Help me! I need to get out of here!”

Lex shook his head. Didn’t she know it was quite useless to yell for help while being kidnapped? He slowly sat down in the chair she had been standing on. He raised his hand and rubbed his eyes, her screaming grating on his nerves. This was going to be a long night.

**********
Blessed silence.

Lex secretly smiled to himself as the silence between he and his annoying co-hostage stretched to a full twenty minutes. He had warned her she’d hurt her hand, and she still didn’t listen. He only smiled as she glared daggers in his direction. Serves her right. now maybe he could formulate a plan on getting them the hell out of here.

Chloe was not amused. Her hand hurt, her head hurt, and worst of all she shared a room with the biggest dick in the world. She sighed to herself and rubbed her hand wincing from the soreness she felt.

Her mother must be worried about her. Upset that her only daughter hadn’t visited her. That is, if her mother was having one of her good nights and was actually consciously aware that she wasn’t there. She shook her head sadly and glanced back at Lex, feeling a sudden urge to start screaming again. Abruptly, she stood up and raised her non injured fist.

The door suddenly flew open, and she stumbled backwards in shock.

********

Lex stood up slowly, eyeing the tall masked man angrily. “Who are you?” He stepped forward when he received no answer. “Did you hear me?”

“I heard you Luthor.” He answered, his voice sounding strange due to the obvious voice changer around his neck. “Not so fast baldy.” He warned, raising his gun when Lex stepped too close.

Lex raised his hands, stepping closer to Chloe. “Whatever they’re paying you I’ll double it.”

The masked man just laughed. “No thank you. You two will be here for quite some time so I advise you enjoy it while you can.”

“How long are you planning on keeping us here?” Lex asked inching closer.

The masked man shook his head. “Do you really think I’ll answer that? Do you think you can distract me while I explain my diabolical plan to you--” He raised his gun at Chloe. “I really wouldn’t move another inch Luthor, Or else I’d blow a hole in her pretty little head.”

Lex paused and glanced at Chloe who seemed frozen to her spot. “Look, she has nothing to do with me or whatever it is you want from me. Just, let her go and keep me.”

The words suddenly brought Chloe out of her shocked stupor and she blinked, turning angry eyes on Lex. “Speak for yourself. The last thing I need on my conscience is you dying for me.” She turned back to the masked man. “Please, kill us both Mr. Kidnapper sir.”

“Now you’re just being irrational.”

“Irrational?” Chloe asked angrily. “I’m the one who’s kidnapped for no reason. This is all your fault Lex!”

“Erroneous statement once again Chloe.”

“Erroneous statement once again Chloe.” She mocked, glaring at him. “I can’t stand you.”

“The feeling is very much mutual.”

“Oh shut up!”

“Will you two both shut up!”

The both turned to see their kidnapper standing there, arms crossed in front of his chest. “I’m tempted to kill the both of you right here right now.” He sighed and slowly backed out of the room, he paused and pressed a number of keys on the side door before turning back to his guests. “Don’t try anything stupid.” He advised, waving at them as the doors slid closed.

***********

“This is all your fault.”

Lex sighed. “You said that already. Ten times in fact.”

Chloe glanced at him, pausing in her search to escape. “Just thought you should know that.”

Lex watched as she moved a box out of the way. “You really know how to aggravate a guy don’t you? No wonder you don’t have a boyfriend.”

Chloe snorted. “That insult is so very tired, and just so you know, I laugh at the fact that you really assume to know anything about my love life.”

Lex smiled and folded his hands in his lap. “That’s because you don’t have one.”

Chloe ignored him, part from irritation and partly from the interesting red button she discovered on the far fall. She weighed her options of what could happen if she pressed that button. It could be some sort of trap and the whole room could blow up. She glanced back at Lex. It could cause a bunch of flames to rise from the floor, igniting Lex on fire. That would be interesting, but not so interesting because she would probably die too.

“Fuck it.” She murmured and pressed the button. She jumped as the dimmed lights suddenly brightened in the room they were. She turned in the direction of the loud whooshing sound. She stared in shock as the wall Lex leaned against slowly opened to reveal what seemed to be a small apartment.

Chloe quickly stepped over Lex, who has fallen backwards onto his back, and into the “apartment”. Her eyes roamed the small space. A large bed, a small couch, and a bookshelf filled with a wide variety of books. She looked to her left, surprised to see a small kitchen area complete with a small table, stove and refrigerator. She walked further inside, and pushed opened a door, even more surprised to see a small bathroom, equipped with a toilet, stand in shower and a small sink. Two unopened toothbrushes and a tube of toothpaste resting on the sink's counter.

Chloe glanced back at Lex who had appeared at her side. She took in his blank face with a feeling of trepidation.

“Well,” She started, her voice trembling yet angry. “Do you want to sleep on the right side or the left?”

TBC

*going off to update other story*

lj715

5th November 2006, 02:34

Ohhhhh, I like where this is going. Can't wait for more.

trixie mcbimbo

5th November 2006, 02:35

Great update. And hilarious to boot!

kimmie

5th November 2006, 02:47

Oh this is gonna be one fun month for the chlex!!! i really really like this fic co far and am already really looking forward to more and whats this about you updating another story you really are spoiling us!!!

-K-

peapod

5th November 2006, 02:59

Lovely!

Kit Merlot

5th November 2006, 03:22

Excellent update!

Lionel is brilliant and I hope his plan works, but I really do have to wonder why Lex is so intersted in Chloe's lovelife.

I can't wait for more:D

hfce

5th November 2006, 03:22

:rofl:That was priceless. I can't believe that this is Lionel's idea to get together. I can't wait to see how that happens.

You might want to fix a small mistake at the end:

Lex glanced back at Lex who had appeared at her side. She took in his blank face with a feeling of trepidation.

More please.... :beg:

Hope :)

Esther25jm

5th November 2006, 04:43

SQUEE!!! I love it!! Things are getting very interesting, and I'm loving Lionel in all of his wonderous scheming. Great job and can't wait for more!!

westwingwolf

5th November 2006, 05:08

I love Lionel for going all out to make sure Lex and Chloe get together. Nice of him to make sure they get a good place to live for the next month. Hope he was thoughtful enough to take care of some other items that the two might eventually need.

buffiy18

5th November 2006, 06:53

Cute story so far. I while I was reading about Lionel talking to Lark about keeping them there up to a month, I started to think that Lionel could of put them in a nicer place, glad to see you don't disappoint. Pleas update soon.

Alizaleven

5th November 2006, 07:21

Awesome!!! I love this new update... Lionel is so very strange but I like him in this, even though he has just kidnapped Lex and Chloe haha
I can't wait for more!! :D

somethingeasy

5th November 2006, 13:19

LOL! When you said Lionel was going to be taking 'extreme measures' to get the two of them together, I really didn't anticipate THIS.

But honestly, I don't see why Lionel is so confident about this situation working out. Even if Lex and Chloe DO allow their passions to overcome their common sense, anything that arises between them is going to evaporate the moment they step out into the 'real world' again.

In fact they will probably dismiss all words and actions that pass between them as 'intimacy shared under extreme circumstances'.

But I love the way they both just HATE being stuck with each other. At Season 6, it makes sense that they would have no sense of camaraderie. The two of them have had too many issues, problems and 'bad blood' to be resolved, even during times of a shared crises.

Lex watched her, torn between the urge to let her fall flat on her ass and stopping her from doing that ridiculous hopping. He silently weighed his options: She could one, possibly fall and break her neck. Then maybe it would finally be silent. He shook his head at the guilt he would surely be feeling, she could two, fall on her ass and be embarrassed. That would bring him immense pleasure, or she could three, fall and break one or several of her bones. He rolled his eyes, the risk was just too great. “Chloe-” He said, his voice taking on a strange warning tone.

I REALLY loved this paragraph. Lex Luthor very carefully weighing the options and assessing the pros and cons of having Chloe Sullivan break her neck right in front on him. LOL!

Chloe paused and slowly turned to look at him. “Did you just call me fat?”

ROFLMAO! Such an unreasonable and ridiculous question, and yet I can hear the threat that was on Chloe's tone when she said this. Hilarious!

hmmm. And Lionel has plans to keep them in here for a month? And in the meantime, Lex is kept away from LuthorCorp, and Lionel is able to arrange any takeovers without fear of obstacles or complications from his son... Bastard!

I wonder if the 'kidnapper' guy is going to threaten or even HURT Chloe and Lex to raise the bar on the 'shared crises'. No telling how much leeway Lionel has given him in providing an illusion of danger for the Chlexy couple.

And what will Jimmy and Lana be doing while their significant others have gone missing.

heh... Jimmy will panic and flail around. Lana might not even notice :P

eustacie

5th November 2006, 13:36

Great update.I wish something like that would happen on the show.

jedi

5th November 2006, 13:57

:rofl: it also seems to me that is the only way to keep them together this days. Recently i've been thinking to tie them together with those bracalets that used at SG-1 by Vala to tie Daniel herself on the show.

I wonder what Clark and Lana will do. I assume Lionel's plan isn't just keep them one month in the one room. We need more crisis than that.

Gaia

5th November 2006, 13:59

“Well,” She started, her voice trembling yet angry. “Do you want to sleep on the right side or the left?”

Well this is going to be very interesting...very interesting indeed:)

kimbo

5th November 2006, 23:57

Thanks guys!

autumngold

6th November 2006, 05:10

I love how Lex and Chloe are not getting along!! What is Lionel going to have to do to get them to like each other? At least it sounds like he gave them a nice apartment!! Post again soon please!! This story is wonderful!!

gravelgerdie

7th November 2006, 01:08

This is a good story.. Lex and Chloe locked up together.. ohhh yeah:)

channytell

7th November 2006, 08:13

he he love it already cant wait for more
xoxoxox

Salma

22nd November 2006, 21:55

Can't wait for more.

Baily007

24th November 2006, 15:41

Ohoh - this is gettin' more and more interesting! Hilarious update and wonderful story! Please continue soon :-)

jedi

24th November 2006, 16:46

i think it's time for an update. get back here, pleeeasee

kirt30

25th November 2006, 16:36

loved that fic hope you add lots more soon

darkangel

27th November 2006, 08:14

At first I was concerned, i thought that they would be left in a cage for a month but now they have an apartment I'm not so worried. Update soon.

summer_enchanted

1st December 2006, 19:09

Please please please update again soon :beg: I love this fic :)

Shane77

2nd December 2006, 00:51

I love it!
Great start!
PLZ update soon!

kimbo

12th December 2006, 02:08

Chapter 3

Thanks for the FB! Here’s the next part.. Because of the Blana I’ve been forced to watch, it only fuels me more for this story.

“I wouldn’t eat that if I were you.”

Chloe paused, the turkey sandwich halfway to her mouth. She slowly raised an eyebrow. “And why not?”

“It could be poisoned.”

‘He could be right.’ She thought grudgingly. “You are the expert in poisons.” She commented, but still put the sandwich down. “Great,” She commented standing up. “Not only are we going to die, but we’re going to die by starving to death.”

“Well,” He said with a small smile. “Based on our weight difference, you’ll live longer than me.”

Chloe swiftly ignored the stab at her weight. She continued to pace, deep in thought. “It doesn’t make sense.” She muttered to herself. They took their cell phones but left the rest of their personal belongings.

Not to even mention the small apartment they’d discovered. She had a feeling she nor Lex weren’t going anywhere for quite some time. She glanced at Lex, who sat at the kitchen table, suit jacket off, shirt sleeves rolled up, looking as though he went through this all the time.
She wanted to punch him.

She knew he was pretending to be calm on the outside. Knew he didn’t want to break his stupid “Luthor coolness.” She knew on the inside he was as freaked out as she was.

She turned away from him with a deep frown. Six hours. She’d been stuck in the same room with him for six hours too long. She bit back the hysterical scream she felt resurfacing from her throat and quickly made an exit from the small kitchen.

Not that she could really get that far away from him anyway. She stood in the middle of the bedroom slash living room, letting out a small calming sigh. She was not going to freak. She wasn’t. She glanced around. She’ll do what she does best.

She’ll investigate.

She glanced around the small apartment, realizing there wasn’t much to investigate. Her eyes fell on a door on the far right side of the room and she smiled. She walked the few short strides towards the closed door, and opened it surprised to see a closet with a dresser drawer inside. Raising an eyebrow, she opened the drawer and her one raised eyebrow turned into two. She reached inside and pulled out a pair of panties. She raised them eye level her eyebrows raising even higher when she realized they were her exact same size.

Still chanting to herself not to lose it, she slowly lowered the offending panties and calmly closed the drawer. She opened the next one, unsurprised to see pairs and pairs of boxer shorts. “I’m sensing a pattern here.” She muttered to herself.

She opened the next drawer and stared at the clothing that looked suspiciously like female clothing, and something told her it was in her size. She felt the hair raise on the back of her neck as she opened the last drawer, and stared at the clothing that was so not clothes for a woman. “Why am I suddenly feeling like I’m in the movie Misery?”

“Chloe?”

She yelped and slammed the drawer shut. She quickly turned to face Lex, who stood there, glancing over her shoulder toward the dresser drawer and at her, his face open and curious. He frowned when she took a step away from him, a strange look in her eyes.

“What’s-” He didn’t get to finish his sentence because she had suddenly pushed him to the side and ran into the bathroom, slamming the door shut for good measure.

****************

She was freaking out. She was so freaking out. Chloe paced the small length of the bathroom with a deep frown. This wasn’t right. She felt her panic raise a few more notches when she noticed two toothbrushes laying on the sink’s counter top staring up at her in an obvious mocking fashion. Her hands clenched into fists. Everything was laid out so domestically. She shivered and wrapped her arms tight around her midsection as she fought the urge to scream out Clark’s name for help.

He would find her. He would. He always did. She looked around the small bathroom. And if he didn’t, she’ll tunnel her way the fuck out of here.

*********

Lex wasn’t a genius when it came to human emotion. In fact, he could admit he was downright slow when it came to deciphering how someone felt. He glanced at the closed bathroom door. But he knew he didn’t have to be a genius to know that Chloe was locked in that bathroom currently having a nervous breakdown.

He frowned to himself as he contemplated knocking on the door to see if she hadn’t done anything volatile. He could admit seeing that clothing in the drawer was a bit unsettling, but now was not the time to start losing control. He and Chloe had to put their heads together on finding out what was going on.

He gently knocked on the door. “Chloe?” He called softly. “Are you-” He trailed off and stepped back when the door suddenly swung open.

Chloe stared at him wide eyed and he took a small step back. “Did you see that? With the underwear?”

Lex slowly nodded. “Yes Chloe, but now is not the time to lose your head?”

Her eyes widened again. “Lose my- I can’t believe you got a peek at my supposed panties!” She slammed the door in his face again.

Lex sighed and rubbed the bridge of his nose with his fingers. “At least they’re expensive panties.”

She emerged from the bathroom twenty minutes later with a calm expression. “I’m calm now.” She stated walking further into the room.

He watched as she slowly took the seat across from him. He stared at her warily, feeling tense at the way her recently irate attitude seemed strangely calm.

Chloe stared at him expectantly, her lips set in a thin line. “You wanted to talk?”

Lex nodded. “I know this might be hard for you Chloe, but we have to work together on finding out why this is happening to us.”

Her cool facade faded and her eyes narrowed. “I thought we already established that Lex. We’re here because of you.”

He glared at her. His irritation rising with each passing second. “Then if that’s the case why not just take me? No offense Chloe, but you aren’t really on my list of people I associate with whom I consider friends.”

Rolling her eyes, she crossed her arms in front of her chest. “Non taken, and just incase you aren’t aware, you don’t have anyone on that list.” She uncrossed her arms and stood up. “You have to think Lex. Just who did you piss off in the past few weeks? What top secret illegal experiment were you funding that suddenly went awry? Who just plain old hates you?” She turned to face him again, her eyebrow raised expectantly.

Lex only stared at her.

She threw her arms up. “Fine, but the least you can do is consider the possibilities.” She started to pace again. “I have to get out of here.” She muttered.

Lex watched as she suddenly ran towards a wall and started banging on it. He rolled his eyes.

“Help!” She screamed. “Anyone please just-” She trailed off when a hand suddenly grabbed her wrist. “Hey!” She screeched, and he winced as her scream reached his ears. “Let go!”

“Calm the hell down!” He yelled at her, and they both stopped struggling, shocked at his outburst.

Lex slowly took a step back to compose himself. “Once again, now isn’t a time to lose yourself. Besides what you’re doing is quite useless.” He knocked on the wall frowning when a loud metal sound echoed throughout the apartment.

She yanked her wrist out of his grasp. “Why?”

Lex turned to face her his expression grim. “Because its something I would build.”

****************

Three in the morning, and hunger took the place of distress and desperation. She frowned and stroked her growling belly. Twelve hours with nothing to eat and the sure feeling that one was trapped was not good. She glanced at her cellmate, unsurprised to see him staring into space. It annoyed her he had given up so easily. Her frown deepened. It annoyed her she had given up so easily.

She kicked her shoes off with a loud sigh, and brought her legs up to her chin. “Someone needs to rescue me.” She said, wondering when she decided to take a good dose of helpless and pathetic.

“Perhaps Clark can,” Lex commented tiredly. “He’s quite good at that.”

“Hmm,” Was all she said. “And maybe Lana can come and save us. She’s become quite the heroine lately.” She could feel the weight of Lex’s stare as soon as the words were out of her mouth.

“And what pray tell does that mean?”

Her eyes swiveled over to meet his own. “Just what I said.” she answered. “Whenever you’re in trouble Lana tries to save the day.”

“I’m sorry if Lana’s concern for my well being bothers you.”

Her eyebrow raised at this and a small grin appeared on her face. The grin slowly turned into a full fledge smile, and the next thing she knew, a giggle made its way out of her throat. She tried controlling the next one, but failed. A round full of giggles forced its way out of her, and soon it turned it full out laughter. She could feel Lex still watching her, and that only made her laugh harder.

She clutched her stomach as her laughter continued, ignoring the waves of tension coming from the other side of the room.

“What is so funny?”

“Oh,” She said calming a bit, small giggles still escaping from her lips. She opened her eyes and glanced at Lex who was watching her with annoyance. “Its just, hearing you say that its just so--funny.” She giggled some more before shaking her head. “Thinking about the two of you together is very amusing.”

Lex’s eyes narrowed. “And why is that?”

She giggled again. “You don’t see it?” she asked while shaking her head again. “Of course you wouldn’t see it.” Her laughter subsided and she looked at him in all seriousness. “Really Lex, its good you two have each other now.” She could tell he noticed the heavy sarcasm and she broke out into another smile. Ignoring the way his eyes shot daggers at her.

“Well,” He sneered sitting forward as he prepared for his attack. “Yes Lana and I are lucky to have one another, and I also know how foreign it is for you to be in a relationship-”

“Pot calling the kettle.” she cut in.

He continued ignoring her. “And I also know how you’ve never had anyone have the least bit desired attraction for you-”

She snorted loudly and rolled her eyes.

His voice grew colder as he spoke. “I also know after many failed attempts you’ve failed at trying to get Clark to fall in love with you or anyone else for that matter.” He smirked as he continued. “So I can understand where the jealously would come from.”

She stared at him. That was a low blow, and it admittedly kind of hurt. Not the part about Clark because she was so over Clark it wasn’t even funny. It was the other thing that bothered her. It had admittedly been one of her deepest secret fears of never finding love. Not that she was looking for love because she honestly didn’t have time for it. But, it still was a fear of hers. She knew it was somewhat difficult for men to be in a relationship with her. Her personality was sometimes so strong it overpowered the person she was dating. Other times the person she was dating was just plain old boring. She was fearful of never really finding anyone to “grow old” with. Which was one of the true reasons as to why she sort of settled with Jimmy.

But, dismissing that notion, she realized just how ridiculous what Lex just said was. She was in no way jealous of his “relationship” with Lana. It was completely preposterous!

She turned her angry gaze back at him when she realized that she’d been quiet for far too long. “Jealous? Lex, watching you and Lana together is like licking a stale envelope.” She paused before continuing. “You two pretend that everything is going great in your relationship when all the while there’s nothing but walls and walls of pure bullshit between the two of you.” She folded her hands neatly into her lap. “You can sit there and pretend that you aren’t just the rebound guy and that Lana just wasn’t in love with your former best friend. All the while Lana sits there in extreme denial that you aren’t the snake in the grass we all know you are.”

They both stared at each other for a long moment. Chloe could feel her heart beating wildly in her chest. She’d never felt so angry before. Lex’s face betrayed no emotion of any kind when he simply turned away from her.

*********

He was giving her the silent treatment. Not that they’d been particularly yapping it up like best friends since they’d been here. No, not at all. But, she could feel a certain coldness coming from his side of the room. She glanced at him with a small frown. Yes, she did start the argument, and yes it was fun to grate on his nerves and tell him off into silence, but a nagging feeling told her that maybe it was a bad idea to piss off the only other person you were trapped with.

She didn’t really care that she had pissed him off because frankly it was nothing but the truth. She glanced back Lex. Stony silences made her left eye twitch.

“Hey!” She said, suddenly remembering she had a king sized Snicker bar in her purse due to her low blood sugar. She crawled off of the small couch towards her purse. She reached inside and smiled wide. “Heaven.” She murmured, and pulled out the large bar. She quickly ripped it open with shaking fingers, her stomach making loud growling sounds that strangely sounded like ‘Feed me.’ She pulled the wrapper halfway off and brought it to her mouth. She paused, and glanced at Lex and sighed.

Damn her and her politeness. She slowly walked over to him and waved the candy bar in his face. “Want some?”

Lex spared her a glance. “No thank you.”

She sighed and rolled her eyes. “Come on,” She said. “Take half. Its either this or poisoned food.”

“Its sad you consider this food.” He commented, but still reached over and took half of the candy bar. “Thank you.” He murmured.

“Welcome,” she said turning away from him while taking a large bite. She knew a shaky piece offering when she saw one. She shuffled toward the bed. “I’m going to bed.” She announced more to herself than Lex. She turned down the covers and slid inside, sighing at the softness she felt. She finished off her candy bar before tossing the wrapping on the small beside table.

She reached for the lamp and paused again. She glanced over at Lex, surprised to see him placing a pillow onto the floor. “Aren’t you going to get some sleep?”

He glanced at her. “I am.” He answered.

She rolled her eyes. “Sleeping on a hard cold floor is not what I call getting rest.” She patted the empty space beside her. “Hop in while its cold.”

Lex gaped at her as if she’d just asked him to wear plaid. “I’m not sleeping in the same bed as you.” He said with a tone that offended her.

She rolled her eyes. “I’m not asking you to sleep with me Lex-” She trailed off. “Well, not in the perverted sense.” She sighed when he just stared at her. “Just get in the damn bed, I promise I will not destroy your virtues.” She grabbed two spare pillows. “See, I will even make a pillow fort just for you.”

She laid back down and pulled the covers up and over her shoulders, grinning to herself when she felt the bed shift with his weight. She glanced over her shoulder and rolled her eyes when she noticed he stayed on top of the covers.

“Prude.” She muttered.

“I heard that.”

She flipped off the light switch. “Goodnight.” She muttered, thinking that tomorrow she’d find a way on getting out of here. Either that or she’ll end up murdering her cellmate.

TBC

westwingwolf

12th December 2006, 02:49

I hope Lionel wasn't the one to choose the clothes because that is a major ewwww. I'm kinda surprised he didn't stock the bathroom with condoms though considering what he's probably hoping for than I'm not really surprised.

Lex is an ass, yes Chloe said some mean things too, but I don't know I'm more on her side just because Lex is an idiot for dating Lana. Lana would probably forget about Lex if she doesn't see him in a while. Probably say he abandoned her and use it as a reason to get back with Clark.

Personally, I wouldn't have shared the Snickers but that just shows that Chloe is a better person than me.

LOL at Lex acting like a prude and needing a pillow fort.

I'm anxious to see what Lionel has to think about all of this, he's probably got his creepy hidden cameras all around there.

lj715

12th December 2006, 03:03

Lex...you're such a jerk! :rofl: So happy you updated...loved it!!!! More please.

toryjhay

12th December 2006, 03:31

this is just too damn good. i like the fact that lionel had them kidnapped, because it's just not him if he doesn't do something nefarious while matchmaking, like locking them up until they hook up, funny! and chloe being the one to offer the bed to lex...lol. her calling him prude...too funny! i love it! can't wait until the next update!

kimbo

12th December 2006, 04:57

Thanks guys!

Esther25jm

12th December 2006, 06:44

Bwah!! I absolutely love it!! Can't wait for more!

skauble

12th December 2006, 08:17

He glared at her. His irritation rising with each passing second. “Then if that’s the case why not just take me? No offense Chloe, but you aren’t really on my list of people I associate with whom I consider friends.”

Rolling her eyes, she crossed her arms in front of her chest. “Non taken, and just incase you aren’t aware, you don’t have anyone on that list.” She uncrossed her arms and stood up. “You have to think Lex. Just who did you piss off in the past few weeks? What top secret illegal experiment were you funding that suddenly went awry? Who just plain old hates you?” She turned to face him again, her eyebrow raised expectantly.

LMAO Good for Chloe pointing out to Lex that he's running low in the friends department.

And I'm glad that she was a little mean to him because he started it with all of his "you aren't lovable" crap before they were even kidnapped.

I can't wait for them to start figuring out what's going on. And I really hope that Lionel has some extra plans in the works to push them together while they're trapped. Personally, I think that a few days away from Lana and whatever weird meteor thing she has going on will wear off and Lex will be more than happy to be with Chloe.

If not, Lionel could try getting them drunk. ;)

Love the way you're handling this. Having them hate each other now will make the cave in later on all the sweeter.

Looking forward to the next chapter.

~Sarah~

eustacie

12th December 2006, 10:36

I love this fic. It´s great you updated.

Gaia

12th December 2006, 11:23

Please tell me that Lionel didn't go through her underwear personally? Because that would really be a ewwww moment.
And does he really think that a plan like this would work? But anyway-let us see were it goes. :)

Kit Merlot

12th December 2006, 15:15

This was an excellent update, but man, what Lex said to Chloe was nasty. First he made a comment about her weight, and then he tells her she is undesireable?

Yes, Chloe laughed at his and Lana's relationship, but she didn't say anything really cruel until he deliberately hurt her feelings.

Can't wait for more:D

jedi

12th December 2006, 21:42

I'm so glad that you've returned with a fantastic update. I realy liked them when they were arguing. I didn't feel any pity for Lex either. What she said about him and his damn relationship with Lana is so true.
hope that we won't wait much for another update..

newbatgirl

13th December 2006, 01:03

I love 'Lionel as Evil Matchmaker' fics and this one is really entertaining!

Man, do they know how to push each other's buttons! Always a clear sign that they really want to jump each other's bones! :)

Lex was really mean in this but I'm glad Chloe stood up for herself.

leik2

14th December 2006, 06:54

Lional is one wacky matchmaker! Can't wait to see them without coffee.

starmoon

29th December 2006, 20:39

that is just funny and i can't wait for more. please update soon i just love it so far.

sarahnicole

9th January 2007, 05:47

Please update! I can't wait to see relationship evolution between the two. And I'd like to hear some of the MB's comments!

kimbo

9th January 2007, 07:40

soon i promise!

jedi

9th January 2007, 20:09

soon i promise!

Thank goodness.. can't wait to read it

Kit Merlot

9th January 2007, 22:53

soon i promise!

Oh cool--I do adore this story:D

eustacie

14th January 2007, 21:07

Update soon! Please...:)

dayamiracle

16th January 2007, 03:55

Update soon!!! please update!!! Id love to see what Lionals thinking now, have Clark and Lana even noticed that Chloe and Lex are missing? or has Lional covered that up too?

Nyx

18th January 2007, 00:11

They are so not going to survive a month together.
You promised kimbo and we are still waaaiting... please update soon.

Kitching

9th February 2007, 01:36

The situation seems completely contrived, thats why I like it so much it lets my imagination go crazy:drool2: Please update soon and show us your imagination!

carly

12th February 2007, 16:55

This story is AMAZING!!!!!:rofl:
Please,please,please upd soooooonnnn!!!!
I can't wait for more:drool2:

jedi

12th February 2007, 18:23

yeah, an update would be great:)
please, have a little mercy on us, we're dying here to see what will happen

kimbo

16th February 2007, 08:02

Thanks for all the feedback guys! Sorry for the long wait, Here’s the next part, enjoy!

Chapter 4

Chloe snuggled deeper into the warmth and strong arms that surrounded her. She hadn’t remembered letting Jimmy stay over last night, and she probably did it in a moment of weakness. She knew she would hate herself when she was fully conscious, but he was so warm and snuggly, and she’s had the worse nightmare ever. She wiggled back against the erection she felt pressed against her ass, figuring she’ll be even nicer and give Jimmy some when she fully awoke.

She smiled when she heard the familiar groan, and turned to snuggle deeper into the arms that held her. Geez, Jimmy sure has been working out. His arms and chest were so built now. Not to mention how good he smelled and-- Wait a minute. She didn’t remember Jimmy ever smelling this good.

She opened one eye. Then opened the other, her eyes sliding up to see Lex staring down at her with a blank expression.

Staring at Lex, Chloe realized two things: one, her supposed nightmare was real. Two, Lex’s hand was holding her in a place where it shouldn’t be. Her face twisted into an angry expression, and she pushed him away and quickly slid out of bed. She turned away from him, and hurried into the bathroom, slamming the door hard.

*******

Lex slowly rolled onto his back with a deep sigh. He didn’t understand why she would go into such dramatics. It was just his body’s natural reaction to waking up next to someone so warm and soft. He frowned deeply wondering where his thoughts were actually going with this one. His teeth gritted in anger in sudden anger. He needed to get the fuck out of here.

He glanced up as he heard the bathroom door open, and Chloe emerged from the doorway her expression blank.

“Bathrooms’ all yours.” She said cheerfully leaving the small sleeping space they “shared.”

*********

Thirty minutes later, Lex emerged from the bathroom more clear headed than he was a few moments ago . He paused as he noticed the familiar aroma of food coming from what must be the kitchen. He walked into the small kitchen area, pausing in surprise as he watched Chloe stand in front of the small stove, scrambling eggs.

She turned, frying pan in head and walked towards the table. She glanced up at him with a small smile. “Hi,” She said scooping up the eggs onto the spatula. “Food’s isn’t poisoned.” She announced, placing the eggs onto each of the two plates that were set on the table. She scooped up more eggs. “Have a seat.” She said, pointing to the chair on the right before turning back toward the stove.

Lex watched as she grabbed a plate filled with bacon and toast. He glanced back at the table, noticing for the first time that there were two glasses where she indicated him to sit, one filled with orange juice and the other filled with coffee.

He watched as she sat in front of her own plate, grabbed two pieces of bacon and one piece of toast from the plate and began to eat in earnest. He waited for the moment when she would drop dead from the food that was so obviously poised. He frowned when nothing happened. The long he watched her, the more he realized that loud grumbling sound was his stomach.

Chloe paused, a fork full of eggs halfway to her mouth. She glanced up at Lex with an amused smile. “Your food is going to get cold.”

Lex realized he hadn’t eaten for over twelve hours. His stomach growled again, and his hunger quickly outweighed his paranoia.

He slowly sat down at the table and reached for his fork.

They ate in companionable silence, Lex noticing just how well seasoned his eggs were.

Chloe finished first, pushing her empty plate away with a sigh. She reached for her coffee and took a sip with a grimace. “This coffee sucks.”

“Of course they would poison your most favorite caffeinated drink.”

He smiled at the glare she shot him.

“Breakfast was good Chloe.”

Her glare turned into a genuine smile, her green eyes sparkling. “Now that you’re in a better mood-”

“I’m really not.” He cut in.

“I was thinking since we’re stuck here together with no idea on how to escape we can try and not hate each other-”

“I don’t hate you Chloe.”

She paused with a small frown. “Well, then that’s kind of one sided isn’t it?”

Lex glared at her.

“Anyway,” She continued. “I was thinking we need to both put our brains together and figure out a way to get out of here, or we can sit here and twiddle our thumbs until someone comes to rescue us.”

“Like Clark for instance.”

She rolled her eyes. “If Clark knew where we were he’d saved us a long time ago.” She finished the rest of her orange juice. “Besides I say that Lana’s the one for this job.”

She smirked as he glared even harder at her. “Just saying is all.”

**********

Chloe watched as Lex felt around between the cracks in the corner. “What are you doing?”

Lex’s fingers paused in their digging before answering. “Looking for a voice monitor.”

She frowned. “You mean a wire?” He nodded. “For what?”

“You don’t lock someone in a room without listening in on what they’re saying.”

Chloe felt herself shiver. “You think that’s what Mr. Kidnapper has done?”

He shrugged. “I would.”

“Hmm,” She said. “That’s oddly comforting.”

“Do you have a knife?”

“Everything is plastic.” She said, and he sighed.

“I know there are wires around here.” He muttered to himself.

Chloe moved to sit beside him on the carpeted floor. “Did I ever tell you that I admire your paranoia?”
“Shit!” He cursed as he nicked his finger on something sharp. He pulled his fingers away with a frown. His frown deepened as the deep cut oozed blood.

“Eww,” Chloe said, reaching for his hand. “That’s deep.” She said softly. “Let me clean it.”

Lex snatched his hand away. “Its fine.” he said and she rolled her eyes.

“Yes, blood equals fine.” She said sarcastically. “Wait right there, I saw a first aide kit in the bathroom.”

Lex sat back with a loud sigh, holding his finger and glanced up as Chloe bounced back into the room, first aide kit in her hand.

“Okay,” She opened the box, and reached for his hand. “Lets see.”

Lex watched silently as she slowly and gently cleaned his cut. “Why are you being so nice to me?” He asked as she placed a band aid on.

She frowned as she released his hand. “This isn’t me being nice. This is me not wanting to vomit at the sight of your blood.” She tossed the alcohol pad into the garbage.

He ignored her. “I know something is under there.”

She stood up. “Yeah well if you want to spend the rest of the day blooding your fingers feel free. Me bandaging your fingers was a one time thing buddy.”

They were both quiet for a long moment before Chloe sighed loudly. “Do you think we’re going to die?”

Lex gave her a strange look. “What?”

“I’m serious. We’ve been missing for what over twelve hours and we’ve yet to have been found.”

Lex was silent for a long moment. “They’ve hidden us well.”

*******

“So how are our guests getting along?”

Lark sighed. “Well, it looks like they’ve stopped arguing.”

“Excellent.”

Lark snorted. “Excellent? Luthor, not to rain on your parade or anything, but I can assure you that this won’t last long. I can tell from the body language that these two can‘t stand each other.”

“Why Lark I had no idea how much of an expert you were on body language.”

Lark smirked. “You know I am. These two will be ripping each other’s heads off by the end of this plan of yours.”

“You just do what I pay you to do. I’ll worry about the details.”

“Fine, but I’m not watching them fuck.”

Lionel chuckled. “I’ll call you later tonight. I have a press conference to give concerning my missing son.”

********

Chloe watched as Lex paced the length of the room like some caged animal. She found it amusing how calm he seemed yesterday in contrast to today. Today, he was irate, and it seemed that he wasn’t going to bother to use any of his Luthor prowess to hide it. Her eyes strayed toward the bulgy vein in his head. She was sure it was going to explode any minute now.

“So I’m guessing that pacing is helping you to come up with an idea on how we’re going to break out of here?”

He paused to shoot her a glare.

“Of course that pace could mean you’re mentally compiling a list of all the people who hate you enough to do this.”

“Yes,” He admitted. “But that doesn’t explain why they would take you.”

She shrugged. “A lot of things are unexplainable when it comes to my unrelated involvement with you.”

He continued pacing. “Where were you before you were abducted?”

“Walking out of the daily planet building- What?” She asked when he paused.

“I was just a few blocks away on my way from a meeting with my father.”

“Do you think your father had something to do with this?”

He sat in the chair across from her. “I don’t know. It’s a possibility.”

‘A huge possibility.’ She thought to herself, but kept her mouth closed. “What do you think our captors want?”

“Nothing.” He answered with a frown. “If they wanted something they would’ve asked already.”

Her eyes narrowed. She fucking hated this. “This is all your fault.”

Lex rolled his eyes. “You’re on this again?”

She sat up. “It’s the truth. Its always your fault. You’re like a bundle of bad luck!”

He frowned, confused by her sudden change of mood. “A what?”

“Every time I come around you I always end up thrown through a window. Or almost blown up or tortured or-” She trailed off as she glared at him even harder. “Placed in an insane asylum.”

Lex stared at her unfazed by her sudden outburst. “Are you quite done yet?”

Chloe’s angry face fell, and her shoulders slumped. “Yes I am.” She said with a defeated sigh. She stood up and walked the short distance toward the bed, sliding on and bringing her knees up to her chin. “She’s going to be so upset.” she muttered.

Lex sighed in annoyance. “Who?”

“My mother.” She spat. “I was on my way to see her. I never miss a visit.” She shook her head. “She’s going to think I don’t want to see her anymore.”

Lex gritted his teeth as a flood of guilt hit him. Damn his heavy conscience he was so sure he no longer had. He had forgotten Chloe’s mother was in an institution. With the family history of mental illness he could understand her fear of becoming her mother. He could understand her anger at him for what he did.

“Chloe, trying to get your placed in belle Reeve was-”

“A favor for Lana.” She cut in angrily.

“I was only doing what I thought was right.”

She snorted. “You were only doing what you thought would get you closer to Lana.”

“No.”

“Yes.”

“No, Chloe I-”

“You men all think with your dick.” She shook her head. “Even more so you aren’t as tough as you think you are. Especially when you fall for the “doe eyed innocence, I’m the poor victim” song and dance Lana likes to use so often.”

His eyes widened in offence. “I..do not.” He said, frowning at his lack of eloquence.

She shook her head. “Whatever.” She gave him a pitying look. “All women have it Lex. Some just choose not to use it.”

“Well I don’t fall for it.” He mumbled sitting back. He glanced back at her, frowning when he noticed the way she hugged her knees to her chest.

“Its just-We were finally starting to have a relationship. I was finally getting to know my mother and now-” She trailed off and her eyes misted over and her chin wobbled. “Now I’ll probably never see her.”

‘Fuck.’ Lex thought as he stood up to go comfort her. “Chloe-” he trailed off and sat as close as he could without feeling too uncomfortable. “Chloe,” He repeated placing a hand on her shoulder, wincing when she sniffled loudly. “I promise you we’re going to get out of here.” He looked at her sad face and squeezed her shoulder. “I promise.” He said firmly.

She was quiet for a long moment before a huge smile appeared on her face. “You’re so easy.” She said with a giggle. She stood up and glanced at him, pointing and laughing in his face. “So easy.” She repeated, walking into the bathroom, her high cackling laugh the only thing heard as she closed the bathroom door.

Lex stared, stunned at her audacity. Even more stunned that he fell for it. His eyes narrowed at the closed door. “Bitch.” He muttered. He gritted his teeth in annoyance. Maybe he did hate her just a little bit.

*******

Chloe didn’t know what his problem was. She was just trying to prove a little point to him, which she did. Someone had to, and it wasn’t as though there was anyone else around to do so. The look on his face was priceless. She snickered to herself, covering her mouth with her hand when Lex glared at her.

“I’m sorry.”

“I can’t hear you.”

“Wow Lex, that’s mature.”

He glared at her. “Mature? You want to talk about mature?” He trailed off at her innocent look. “Why do I even bother.”

“You’ve bothered?” She asked. “Look, it was just a little joke. A funny, well timed poignant joke that you just had coming.”

“Shh!”

She frowned at him. “Don’t shush-” She trailed off when he placed a hand over her mouth. She removed his hand. “What is it?” She whispered.

He glanced at her then back out into the room they were first placed in, at the only exit in the whole place. “Someone’s coming.”

As soon as the words were out of his mouth, the door flew open, and in stepped their masked captor.

Chloe stood up her eyes wide, her hair raising on the back of her neck as he made his way toward them. She stepped back, ignoring the fact that she was hiding behind Lex.

“Good evening.” He said , his voice distorted b a voice changer.

“What do you want?” Lex asked angrily.

“I came to see how you two were holding up? Came to see if you’re behaving like I told you to do. Plus, I come bearing gifts.” He held up a newspaper.

“Why do you have us here?”

Lark only tilted his head. “I see your mouth moving, but the words make no sense. Try not to waste your breath on questions I won’t answer.”

“I want you to answer.”

Lark only shrugged. “Yeah well, wanting and getting are two different things buddy.”

Lex took a step forward, ignoring Chloe’s hand on his arm. “I want to know what you want from me!”

Lark’s hand strayed toward his gun. “And I told you you’ll know soon enough.”

Lex’s eyes strayed toward where Lark’s hand rested over his gun. “You really didn’t.” He took another step forward.

“Lex don’t!” Chloe cried, gripping his arm when Lark drew his gun.

Lark cocked his gun. “Listen to Ms. Sullivan Luthor. Stop or I’ll shoot.”

Lex continued his advance. “You won’t shoot me.” He said softly. “You would’ve been did that.” He smiled. “No, no I think you want me alive. I think you need me alive. So you either tell me what I want to know or you shoot me you son of a bitch!”

Lark paused for a second before shrugging. “Fine.” He said, and pulled the trigger.

“Lex!” Chloe cried, and watched in shock as he stumbled backward before falling to his knees.

“Told you.” Lark said before pointing his gun at Chloe. “Now am I going to have to shoot or are you going to behave like a good girl?”

Chloe held up her arms. “N-no.” Chloe sighed shaking her head.

Lark put his gun away. “Good.” He pointed to an unconscious Lex who had a dark sticking out in front of his chest. “He’ll have a hell of a headache when he wakes up.” He turned to go. “See yah.”

************

Lex woke up feeling as though his head were going to explode. His hand came up to rest on his forehead, and he groaned.

“Welcome back.”

Chloe’s face swam above him, and he blinked, closing his eyes briefly as he was hit with a wave of dizziness. “What happened?” He rasped.

“You’ve been drugged.”

He opened his eyes to see Chloe holding up silver tranq dart.

He sighed and shook his head with a wince. He was sure his brain was melted. “How long was I out for?”

“About nine hours.” she answered, placing an icepack onto his forehead. “Sorry your still on the floor. You’re heavier than you look.”

Lex only shrugged. “At least you put a pillow under my head.” He said lightly. He sat up and lifted his leg so he could stand, surprised when Chloe gripped his arm to help him.

Chloe gripped his arm as she helped him up. “Not to be funny or anything, but you’re looking kind of green.”

He swayed on his feet with a grimace. “That’s because I’m trying to fight from vomiting.”

“Ew.” she said helping him toward the bed to lie down. “I draw the line at cleaning up your vomit.”

“I’m fine now.” He murmured. “The last thing I need is to embarrass myself in front of you by puking up this morning’s eggs.” He lied back against the pillows, and placed the ice pack against his forehead again. “This is the strangest kidnapping I’ve ever had.”

Chloe frowned at him as she sat on the edge of the bed. “That’s sad that you can say that.”

He nodded gravely. “Even sadder that its true.” He paused as he realized something. “I can’t believe we’re actually having a civilized conversation.”

She shrugged. “I guess we are, and all it took was for you to get shot by a tranquilizer gun.” Her smile faded. “I thought you were dead.”

Lex opened his eyes, and looked at her. Really looked at her, noticing for the first time how red her eyes were. “Chloe?”

“Even though creepy kidnapper guy said that you would wake up. I thought you were in a coma because you were unconscious for the rest of the day and most of the night.” She shrugged, her cheeks coloring from embarrassment. “Its stupid I know but-” she sighed. “It just would’ve been really bad if I was here alone.”

Lex stared at her for a long moment before he reached out to squeez her hand. “We’re going to get out of here Chloe, I promise you that.”

She smiled. “Since you’ve been unconscious, its given me a lot of time to think on something.”

“What’s that?” He asked.

“Didn’t your father use to date Nell?” Chloe asked.

Lex sighed and placed the ice pack back over his head. “What exactly is your point?”

Chloe shook her head. “Vicious cycle.” was all she said.

Despite himself, Lex chuckled. So much for civilized conversations.

TBC

eustacie

16th February 2007, 11:42

Your story is amazing and the new chapter is just flawless. I love it.Continue soon.

carly

16th February 2007, 13:39

Oh an UPDATE!!!!!:rofl:
This chapter was just great, I almost choked when Chloe tricked him:D
Good for you Lex, maybe that help you see something!
Can't wait for more!
Take care!

Kit Merlot

16th February 2007, 14:42

Awesome update, kimbo!

Good for Chloe for showing how easily Lana plays on his sympathies. And he's reaction was superb:D

I don't think they quite like each other yet, but they're coming around, slowly but surely. I especially liked Chloe's honesty to Lex's being unconscious for nine years: she was worried that he was dead, or in a coma, and she didn't want to be alone.

Excellent work--can't wait for more.

jedi

16th February 2007, 16:36

Yay! an update.
Men are SO easy. Kudos to Chloe
hope that we don't need to wait to see the next part much:)

hfce

17th February 2007, 01:00

Damn they are both stubborn. But I loved your update. :)

westwingwolf

17th February 2007, 01:31

Way to go Chloe for showing Lex that he is indeed a doofus. I can't wait for them to talk more about their problems, all that shit needs to come out. I can't believe Lionel didn't think to get Chloe better coffee. He should know better than that. How can Lex and Chloe get down to the smut if she's not well caffeinated?

Nyx

17th February 2007, 02:25

yeahhh an update!!!

Love the part that Chloe played Lex!!!! :rofl:

Move on to the next chapter!!!!

kimbo

17th February 2007, 07:07

Thanks guys!

dayamiracle

17th February 2007, 10:31

Nell and Lional.... really it is a vicious cycle, Is lex not picking up on this i swear... Great update, cant wait for more...

dayamiracle

somethingeasy

17th February 2007, 16:36

Chloe snuggled deeper into the warmth and strong arms that surrounded her. She hadn’t remembered letting Jimmy stay over last night, and she probably did it in a moment of weakness. She knew she would hate herself when she was fully conscious, but he was so warm and snuggly, and she’s had the worse nightmare ever. She wiggled back against the erection she felt pressed against her ass, figuring she’ll be even nicer and give Jimmy some when she fully awoke.

She smiled when she heard the familiar groan, and turned to snuggle deeper into the arms that held her. Geez, Jimmy sure has been working out. His arms and chest were so built now. Not to mention how good he smelled and-- Wait a minute. She didn’t remember Jimmy ever smelling this good.

LOL! This was a nice beginning to the latest chapter. I really liked the idea of Lex and Chloe ‘cuddling’ each other in their sleep, despite how hostile they might actually feel towards each other. It’s only a matter of time before their minds start following the instincts of their bodies.

Were they forced to snuggle because they were naturally drawn to each other? Or did Lionel have the foresight to make the bed just a ‘little’ bit smaller than what would be actually required for adequate space?

Probably both?

He watched as she sat in front of her own plate, grabbed two pieces of bacon and one piece of toast from the plate and began to eat in earnest. He waited for the moment when she would drop dead from the food that was so obviously poised. He frowned when nothing happened. The long he watched her, the more he realized that loud grumbling sound was his stomach.

Small spelling mistake over here. I think you probably meant ‘poisoned’ instead of ‘poised’. And it was considerably rude (but regretfully typical) for Lex to treat Chloe like the guinea pig before tasting the food himself. But I appreciated how this showed that Luthor survival instincts take precedence over everything else… even Lex’s carefully drilled in sense of decorum and gentlemanly manners.

“I was thinking since we’re stuck here together with no idea on how to escape we can try and not hate each other-”

“I don’t hate you Chloe.”

She paused with a small frown. “Well, then that’s kind of one sided isn’t it?”

Lex glared at her.

Honestly, I don’t get the feeling that Lex really ‘hates’ Chloe either. Even in canon Smallville. He simply doesn’t care enough about her to actually hate her. The same applies to Chloe’s attitude towards Lex… in canon at least… does she actually hate him in this fic? Or is she just saying so to irritate him?

Chloe felt herself shiver. “You think that’s what Mr. Kidnapper has done?”

He shrugged. “I would.”

“Hmm,” She said. “That’s oddly comforting.”

LOL! Although, in all honesty, I would have actually found that statement disconcerting and even frightening, rather than ‘comforting’.

Lex snatched his hand away. “Its fine.” he said and she rolled her eyes.

“Yes, blood equals fine.” She said sarcastically. “Wait right there, I saw a first aide kit in the bathroom.”

Lex sat back with a loud sigh, holding his finger and glanced up as Chloe bounced back into the room, first aide kit in her hand.

“Okay,” She opened the box, and reached for his hand. “Lets see.”

Lex watched silently as she slowly and gently cleaned his cut. “Why are you being so nice to me?” He asked as she placed a band aid on.

She frowned as she released his hand. “This isn’t me being nice. This is me not wanting to vomit at the sight of your blood.” She tossed the alcohol pad into the garbage.

LOL! Nice way to have Chloe playing nurse here. And I was in hysterics at her snarky reply when Lex asked her why she wasn’t gouging at the wound.

Lark sighed. “Well, it looks like they’ve stopped arguing.”

“Excellent.”

Lark snorted. “Excellent? Luthor, not to rain on your parade or anything, but I can assure you that this won’t last long. I can tell from the body language that these two can‘t stand each other.”

“Why Lark I had no idea how much of an expert you were on body language.”

Lark smirked. “You know I am. These two will be ripping each other’s heads off by the end of this plan of yours.”

“You just do what I pay you to do. I’ll worry about the details.”

Lionel truly is insane. Noone but a madman could have come up with a scheme as crazy as this. This kind of a ploy seriously would NOT have worked out with ANY other couple except for the infamous Chlexy duo.

Chloe watched as Lex paced the length of the room like some caged animal. She found it amusing how calm he seemed yesterday in contrast to today. Today, he was irate, and it seemed that he wasn’t going to bother to use any of his Luthor prowess to hide it. Her eyes strayed toward the bulgy vein in his head. She was sure it was going to explode any minute now.

“So I’m guessing that pacing is helping you to come up with an idea on how we’re going to break out of here?”

He paused to shoot her a glare.

“Of course that pace could mean you’re mentally compiling a list of all the people who hate you enough to do this.”

ROTFLMAO at the image of Lex irrationally pacing almost to the point of driving himself to a breakdown.

I suppose this might be a sign for ominous events in the future. How long can Lex Luthor remain cooped up in one place without any means of keeping his mind and hands busy before SNAPPING? I just hope he doesn’t become violent. And that he doesn’t hurt Chloe after he finally has the breakdown.

Her eyes narrowed. She fucking hated this. “This is all your fault.”

Lex rolled his eyes. “You’re on this again?”

She sat up. “It’s the truth. Its always your fault. You’re like a bundle of bad luck!”

He frowned, confused by her sudden change of mood. “A what?”

“Every time I come around you I always end up thrown through a window. Or almost blown up or tortured or-” She trailed off as she glared at him even harder. “Placed in an insane asylum.”

This isn’t a fair statement. Chloe’s run of bad luck doesn’t start and end with Lex Luthor. She’s just one of those poor unfortunates on Smallville who happens to attract trouble on a very regular basis. The only advantage she has over most of the other people is that she can usually identify the SOURCE of the trouble and take steps to avoid that specific scenario in the future.

Poor Lex usually just ends up with a concussion and a dazed wondering ‘What the hell just happened? I bet it has something to do with Clark!’

“Its just-We were finally starting to have a relationship. I was finally getting to know my mother and now-” She trailed off and her eyes misted over and her chin wobbled. “Now I’ll probably never see her.”

‘Fuck.’ Lex thought as he stood up to go comfort her. “Chloe-” he trailed off and sat as close as he could without feeling too uncomfortable. “Chloe,” He repeated placing a hand on her shoulder, wincing when she sniffled loudly. “I promise you we’re going to get out of here.” He looked at her sad face and squeezed her shoulder. “I promise.” He said firmly.

She was quiet for a long moment before a huge smile appeared on her face. “You’re so easy.” She said with a giggle. She stood up and glanced at him, pointing and laughing in his face. “So easy.” She repeated, walking into the bathroom, her high cackling laugh the only thing heard as she closed the bathroom door.

I was glad to see that Chloe wasn’t just irrationally blaming Lex for EVERY-thing that has gone wrong in her life. She was just teasing him to make a point. Perhaps he’ll finally stop falling for Lana’s attempts to blame him for everything up to and including Clark’s secret and unwelcome weather changes.

Lex stared, stunned at her audacity. Even more stunned that he fell for it. His eyes narrowed at the closed door. “Bitch.” He muttered. He gritted his teeth in annoyance. Maybe he did hate her just a little bit.

I can understand that Chloe was just trying to make a point here. AND she’s undoubtedly bored, so teasing and riling Lex like this gives her some way of occupying all the time she has on her hands. But making him feel guilty like this… it WAS rather mean, even cruel.

She should apologise.

Chloe didn’t know what his problem was. She was just trying to prove a little point to him, which she did. Someone had to, and it wasn’t as though there was anyone else around to do so. The look on his face was priceless. She snickered to herself, covering her mouth with her hand when Lex glared at her.

“I’m sorry.”

“I can’t hear you.”

“Wow Lex, that’s mature.”

ahem… Apologise in a SINCERE way!!!

Lex only shrugged. “At least you put a pillow under my head.” He said lightly. He sat up and lifted his leg so he could stand, surprised when Chloe gripped his arm to help him.

LOL! Now we’re shooting Lex as a way of getting Chloe to play nurse? Does Lionel have plans to keep torturing his son until Chloe falls for him?

“I’m fine now.” He murmured. “The last thing I need is to embarrass myself in front of you by puking up this morning’s eggs.” He lied back against the pillows, and placed the ice pack against his forehead again. “This is the strangest kidnapping I’ve ever had.”

Chloe frowned at him as she sat on the edge of the bed. “That’s sad that you can say that.”

He nodded gravely. “Even sadder that its true.”

ROTFLMAO!

She shrugged. “I guess we are, and all it took was for you to get shot by a tranquilizer gun.” Her smile faded. “I thought you were dead.”

Lex opened his eyes, and looked at her. Really looked at her, noticing for the first time how red her eyes were. “Chloe?”

“Even though creepy kidnapper guy said that you would wake up. I thought you were in a coma because you were unconscious for the rest of the day and most of the night.” She shrugged, her cheeks coloring from embarrassment. “Its stupid I know but-” she sighed. “It just would’ve been really bad if I was here alone.”

Lex stared at her for a long moment before he reached out to squeez her hand. “We’re going to get out of here Chloe, I promise you that.”

Hmmm. Perhaps the ‘torture Lex till Chloe loves him’ plan doesn’t seem so absurd after all.

“Didn’t your father use to date Nell?” Chloe asked.

Lex sighed and placed the ice pack back over his head. “What exactly is your point?”

Chloe shook her head. “Vicious cycle.” was all she said.

Despite himself, Lex chuckled. So much for civilized conversations.

Heh. It’s good to see that Chloe regained her equilibrium after realizing her concern and anxiety over Lex’s wellbeing was unfounded and exaggerated. It wouldn’t do for her to actually start acting nice and mushy towards him.

This was a fun update, and I look forward to more of this story in the future. But I’d really like to see the epilogue/s to ‘Startling Revelations’, how is that going?

malugargula

17th February 2007, 21:12

Great fic
Man they really can't stand each other... How did they come to this???
Please more soon
:)
And make Lex realize that he's a toy in Blana's disgusting hand and want some revenge to make her suffer
LOL

lj715

18th February 2007, 21:15

Excellent chapter! More please.

Esther25jm

19th February 2007, 03:14

Fantastic update!! I absolutely loved it!! Can't wait for a new chapter!

kimbo

30th March 2007, 10:55

Chapter 5

Its been forever since I’ve updated anything. So glad the board is back. I was going through serious withdrawals. Here’s the next part!

“What the hell?” Chloe muttered as she stared at the newspaper that mysteriously appeared the morning they woke up.

Lex glanced up from the glass of orange juice he was pouring. “What is it?”

Chloe held up the newspaper so he could see it.

LEX LUTHOR MISSING! The front page of the Daily Planet exclaimed in big bold letters.

“Heh.” He said, placing the carton back into the refrigerator. He handed her a glass. “That’s a really old stock photo.”

Chloe glanced at the front page again. “I can tell,” She commented. “The furrowed brow and frown lines are barely noticeable.”

Lex only rolled his eyes. “Did my father make a quote?” He asked, not caring about the rest the article.

“Hmm,” Chloe said as she scanned the article before reading out loud. “I have great faith in the Metropolis Police Department on finding my son. They’ve shown complete competence in this investigation and I give my full support in anything that needs to be done in finding those responsible for this terrible situation…. Blah blah blah and blah.” She glanced back at Lex, unsurprised to see Lex’s blank expression. “Well, That was crap. A little poetic, but crappy.”

Lex was quiet for a long moment before he spoke. “I’ve never known my father to have such confidence in the Met PD.” Truth be told, his father despised the so called protects of Metropolis. Their incompetence annoyed him. Which would beg the question as to why the change of heart? Lex could come up with so many answers to that question.

Chloe searched through the rest of the newspaper with a deep frown. “There’s twelve pages in here about you,” She complained. Her frowned deepened as she reached the last page. “There isn’t anything in here about me.”

Lex just raised an eyebrow at her.

She glared at him. “You’re an ass.” She said throwing the paper down.

********

“Did you do what I asked?”

“Of course I did.” Lark sighed. “I must tell you Luthor, that speech of yours nearly had me in tears.”

Lionel chuckled. “I’ve noted the heavy sarcasm in your tone Lark. I’m still quite angry at you for what you did to my son.”

Lark snorted. “He had it coming, and besides it was only a tranq dart. I could’ve used real bullets.”

“Perhaps,” Lionel said. “Just remember to never pull such a stunt again or I’ll have to replace you.”

“Yes, sir.”

Lionel sighed. “Lark-”

“Who’ll else will you find to pull such a hair brain scheme such as this? Someone who’ll actually pull it off without getting caught.”

“Point taken.”

“Besides, do you actually believe that your boy will fall for this chick so quickly?”

Lionel chuckled. “My son falls very easily,” He murmured. “I used to think it weak, but now I’m not so sure anymore.” Lionel isn’t surprised that his son has managed to surprise him once again.

Lionel glances up as Clark strides into his office. He sighs to himself and holds up his hand indicating he wait.

“If you say so.” Lark says from the other end.

“I’ll keep in contact.” He said and hung up. “Clark,” He greeted softly. “Have a seat.”

Clark shook his head, a deep frown on his face. “I’ll stand.”

Lionel truly had no time for this. “Suit yourself.” He said with a slight smile. “What can I help you with young man?”

“Chloe’s in trouble.” Clark started in an all knowing voice. “She’s been missing for the same amount of time as Lex and I think they’re connected.”

Lionel feels his hand clench into a fist as he casually asks: “What makes you think that?”

“They were both in Metropolis at the time they went missing. They also were both in the same area.”

“Perhaps its just a coincidence.”

Clark shook his head in frustration. “I don’t believe in coincidences.” He said harshly, his eyes narrow in suspicion. “Why are you being so passive about this?”

Lionel sat forward. “I can assure you Clark that I’m not. I’m as worried about this as you are.” He put on his most honest face as he continued. “I’ve not received one phone call, one ransom note, nothing. I’ve exhausted almost every resource I have in finding my son Clark, so don’t accuse me I’m being passive.”

Clark looked chastened, but continued. “I’m just worried about my friend.”

Lionel sighed. “Perhaps there is a connection, and I’ll look into it.” He picked his phone up. “Now if you’ll excuse me.” He said, dismissing the boy.

Clark stared at him hard. “I don’t know what you’re hiding, but I’m going to find out.”

Lionel watched the boy go with an annoyed frown. If only he had a basket of kryptonite.

******

Something was wrong, Lex mused. He hadn’t heard from Chloe for the better part of the day, and that was saying a lot considering it was next to impossible to stay away from each other what with the very close quarters they were in. He placed the book he was reading onto the table and stood up. He peeked around the wall to where the bed they shared was placed and frowned at the small lump he saw underneath the covers.

“Chloe?”

He received no answer, but he knew she was awake. “Chloe,” He said, sitting next to her covered body. “What are you doing?”

“Leave me alone.” She said, her voice muffled from the covers over her head.

He sighed shaking his head. “Not until you tell me why you’re hiding-”

“I’m not hiding.” She cut in.

“Under the covers.” He finished, lifting his hand to pull the blanket back. He paused when she suddenly tensed. “Chloe.” He warned.

“I want to get the fuck out of here.” She said, her voice calm.

Lex paused eyed the blanket wearily. “So do I.” He agreed.

“Its been two weeks Lex. 14 days, they probably think I’m dead by now.”

He rolled his eyes at her dramatic words. “Don’t be ridiculous Chloe.”

“Oh shut up,” She forced out. “And why the hell are you so Blasé about this anyway?”

He frowned again. “Blasé?” He repeated. “Chloe I’m always this way and besides, you and I both know I want to get out of here as much as you do.”

She didn’t respond.

“Chloe,” He sighed. “I’m sure Clark hasn’t stopped looking for you.” He sure as hell knew Clark wasn’t busy looking for him, unless Clark used that sometimes smart brain of his and figure out their kidnappings were connected.

This time the covers came off and she glared hard at him. Her green eyes blazing. “You and I both know that Clark usually does his rescues under an hour, and incase you haven’t noticed he’s 13 days late!”

He winced at her outburst. “You’re being dramatic Chloe.”

She only pulled the covers over her head again. “Go away.”

“Chloe,”

“Go away!”

He stood up. “Fine.”

***********

He didn’t understand. He never would understand how important it was for her to get out of here. Everyone was probably worried about her. Her father. She shook her head not wanting to think about what her father was going through. Her mother probably thought she’d given up on her.

She hadn’t realized she was crying until she felt hot tears slide down her cheeks.

**********

Chloe woke up blearily, confused by the delicious smells coming from the kitchen. She stretched for a short moment before standing up, rubbing the sleep from her eyes as she made her way to the bathroom.

She stared at herself in the mirror with a small frown. She looked horrible. Her eyes were red and puffy, her face slightly pale. She twisted the water on and rinsed her face off. She dried her face off with the towel while reaching for her hair brush. She quickly brushed out the kinks until it was in order and untangled. She placed the brush down and surveyed herself in the mirror, satisfied with her appearance.

The wonderful smell of food assaulted her senses again and her stomach rumbled. She stared at the closed bathroom door. She didn’t want to be around Lex right now. She was too embarrassed. She idly wondered if she should live the rest of her days locked in the bathroom, but decided against it when her stomach rumbled again.

*******

She nearly paused in surprise as she watched Lex stand in front of the stove, stirring what seemed to be sauce. “I didn’t know you cook.”

Lex paused for a moment before glancing behind his shoulder with a soft smile. “Welcome back.”

She felt her face heat in embarrassment as she sat herself onto the stool. “Thanks.” She said softly. “About my behavior earlier Lex-” She trailed off when he turned to face her, shaking his head.

“Don’t worry about it okay?” He said. “I was insensitive. I wasn’t thinking about how your family must’ve been feeling and I’m sorry for that.”

She stared at him not knowing what to say. “Alright.”

He gave her a satisfied smile and turned back to the stove. “I’ve been thinking about a few things about our situation and I want to share it with you.”

“Shoot.” She said leaning forward.

“Well,” He started. “For one thing I don’t think this is a kidnapping.”

She raised an eyebrow. “You do know the definition of kidnapping is when someone is taken against their will right?”

“Yes.” he answered with a chuckle. “I also know that we’re still alive, and Mr. Kidnapper has yet to ask for anything. Anything meaning money which I have a lot of.”

“Bragger.” She commented with a wry smile. “That’s all well and good, but what does this have to do with me?”

Lex shrugged while he reached for a strainer. “That’s what I haven’t figured out yet.” He shook his head. “Perhaps it’s a game.” He commented.

Chloe felt a chill at those words. “I really don’t like those.”

He looked at her for a long moment. “Me neither, but its just a guess.”

“You think someone we know is doing this?” She asked.

“Like who?”

They both looked at each other.

“Lionel.” They both said at the same time.

“But why?” Chloe asked and lex shrugged.

“I have no clue.” he answered. “Then again its just a guess. Who knows who’s behind this.” He turned back to the stove.

“If you think he isn’t going to hurt us then why don’t we just attack him the next time he comes in here. With a pot or something.”

He shook his head. “Something tells me we won’t be seeing him again.”

She watched him quietly for a long moment. Not liking the sound of that. “You’ve thought about this a lot.”

“I have.” He agreed. “I’ve been using that evil brain of mine.”

“About time.” she said, watching as he turned back toward the stove.

Chloe watched him, her chin resting in her hands. He concentrated so hard while he cooked, measuring every ingredient like he was conducting an experiment. She looked at him, his brows furrowed in grave concentration. She’d never thought she’d see Lex Luthor leaning over a stove stirring a pot of spaghetti sauce.

It was kind of cute really. She frowned wondering where the hell that had came from? Okay, she could admit that Lex was kind of hot. Hell he was hot, but god was she losing her mind already.

“…Pepper corn?

She blinked, then “Huh?” She looked down at the spoon hovering before her lips. “Huh?”

Lex raised an eyebrow at her, and raised the spoon indicating she open her mouth. “Do you think I should add more Pepper corn?”

“Oh.” She opened her mouth and the spoon slid inside. Flavors exploded onto her tongue. “Its delicious.” She said and he smiled. He was doing that a lot.

“Family recipe.” He said and she looked at him surprised.

“Really?” she asked surprised.

“No,” He sighed. “My family’s cook Eloise taught me the recipe when I was sixteen.” His expression turned wistful. “Among other things.”

Chloe frowned. Leave it to him to ruin a nice moment. “I don’t want to know.”

“She was twenty two.”

“Lex-”

“She was from France and very sweet.”

“I told you-”

“We were going to run away together.”

She glanced up at him to see him smiling at her. “You’re horrible.” She said. She watched as he bent over to get two paper plates, her mind suddenly admiring the way his muscles bunched in his back as he moved. Oh god, she was doing it again.

*********

Something was different. Chloe could feel it. Stomach’s stuffed, they both sat on the couch, softly speaking about nothing and everything. She idly wondered when they had so much in common. More importantly, just when had she and Lex started to become so chummy with each other. Even more importantly, just when had she started to think that Lex’s smile was so nice to look at. The way it seemed to actually make him look his age. She wondered if she should tell him this.

“Did you ever notice the way Lana snores in her sleep?”

Lex gave Chloe a funny look. “No.” He answered and she shook her head still smiling.

She shook her head still smiling. “When she was living with me and my dad she would do it every night. The first night I heard this horrible noise. It was so loud it woke me from my sleep, and I shocked to realize it was her snoring. I had to wear earplugs for that whole year.” She giggled at Lex’s frown.

“Now that I think about it, there was that time she fell asleep on the couch-” He shook his head. “She sounded like some sort of beast, and I’d succeeded in pushing that moment out of my head.” He gave Chloe a wry glance. “Thanks a lot.”

Chloe giggled harder. “I don’t know how you could what with sleeping next to her everyday.”

He raised an eyebrow. “What makes you think that?” He asked and she glanced at him surprised.

“You mean you two never-”

“Is that so hard to believe?” He asked, crossing his arms in front of his chest.

She rolled her eyes. “Yes, Mr. I slept with my family’s cook at sixteen.”

“I was kidding,” He scoffed. “Kind of.”

“I said it before I’ll say it again: I don’t want to know.”

His smile turned into a smirk. “You sure? It’ll be a great story for you.”

She sighed. “If I was gossip columnist Vicky Stein, or if I worked for the inquisitor.” She looked over at him, surprised to see the same soft smile on his face, and her mouth chose that one moment to not be connected to her brain as she said: “You have such a nice smile Lex. You should smile more.”

Something in his expression changed and she hadn’t realized how close they were sitting until she closed the short distance between them and kissed him.

It wasn’t an amazing earth shattering kiss. It was short and awkward, and it took her a moment to realize that he wasn’t kissing her back. She pulled away, her eyes wide from shock. “I’m sorry.”

He looked confused for a moment before shaking his head. “Chloe-”

“Its me,” She babbled. “I’m becoming mentally instable from being cooped up here for two weeks!”

He smiled slightly. “Mentally instable?” he shook his head. “Chloe, you have nothing to be sorry about.”

She looked down at his hand which rested on her shoulder. “I don’t?” She asked calmly. “Because-” She trailed off as he smiled at her. “You’re doing that smiling thing again.” She said absently.

“I am aren’t I?” He asked before he kissed her.

She should push him away. She should push him away and run screaming from the room. She knew she should’ve kept herself locked in that damn bathroom. She knew the opportunities to do all of that had passed as soon as she felt his tongue in her mouth. Lex Luthor’s tongue was in her mouth pressing against her own, and she could do was pull him closer.

Lex pulled away from her mouth slowly, his eyes slithering open halfway. “We really shouldn’t do that again.” He murmured quietly.

Panting loudly, Chloe stared at him, her lips felt weird and swollen. Her eyes slid down to his own, wet and red from her own mouth. “Okay.” She said before pulling his mouth back down on top of hers.

‘Maybe,’ she thought. ‘Just maybe they were both becoming mentally unstable.’

TBC *sex soon I promise!*

jedi

30th March 2007, 12:16

You've updated!
Yay!!
can't wait to see teh smutty part:D

Kit Merlot

30th March 2007, 13:35

Excellent update!

I like that you are having Chloe and Lex slowly starting to warm up to each other. He is starting to tease her which is just adorable, and I like that they've figured out that Lionel is behind their kidnappong.

And of course the kissing part was great:D

Can't wait for more.

lj715

30th March 2007, 16:35

Woohoo!! So glad you update this story. Lex & Chloe kissing was so sweet. Hope you can update again soon. Please.

westwingwolf

30th March 2007, 17:28

Woo Hoo kissing and a promise for more! LMAO at the thought of Lana snoring. Very nice to know that Lex does not have extensive knowledge of that fact. I wonder what Lionel is going to do to keep Clark off his back.

Nyx

30th March 2007, 18:08

Sweet!!!

Clark you can take as long as you want, we can't have you interrupting anything important now, can we?
At least he made the connection!!! But he always came up at the wrong time so what do you say about we kidnap him??? humm???

Kimbo don't take to long to update, ok???

eustacie

30th March 2007, 22:15

Do you know who is smiling right now? Yes, it´s me. And do you know why? Yes, it´s because of your update.;) Great story!!!Please don´t let us wait too long this time...

Esther25jm

30th March 2007, 23:49

SQUEE!!! So happy about the new update---and damn, what an ender!!! I'm all types of giddy and can't wait for the new chapter!! Love this!!

malugargula

31st March 2007, 00:35

Wonderful update
:)
I laughed a lot with Lionel thinking "If only he had a basket of kryptonite." and Lex's remarks about princess Blana "“She sounded like some sort of beast, and I’d succeeded in pushing that moment out of my head.”"
Really funny.
Well I have to say that you made my day REALLY better with your last note ("TBC *sex soon I promise!*). I'll be waiting anxious to read about this
LOL

somethingeasy

31st March 2007, 13:06

Lex only rolled his eyes. “Did my father make a quote?” He asked, not caring about the rest the article.

“Hmm,” Chloe said as she scanned the article before reading out loud. “I have great faith in the Metropolis Police Department on finding my son. They’ve shown complete competence in this investigation and I give my full support in anything that needs to be done in finding those responsible for this terrible situation…. Blah blah blah and blah.” She glanced back at Lex, unsurprised to see Lex’s blank expression. “Well, That was crap. A little poetic, but crappy.”

Lex was quiet for a long moment before he spoke. “I’ve never known my father to have such confidence in the Met PD.” Truth be told, his father despised the so called protects of Metropolis. Their incompetence annoyed him. Which would beg the question as to why the change of heart? Lex could come up with so many answers to that question.

Heh, I liked how Kimbo started providing Chlex with all the little clues about who ‘might’ have been behind their kidnapping. Although it’s going to take a lot longer to figure out the ‘why’ of it.

Chloe searched through the rest of the newspaper with a deep frown. “There’s twelve pages in here about you,” She complained. Her frowned deepened as she reached the last page. “There isn’t anything in here about me.”

Lex just raised an eyebrow at her.

She glared at him. “You’re an ass.” She said throwing the paper down.

LOL! I expected this the moment I read about the headline, and I also expected Chloe’s indignation about being ignored as unnewsworthy… at least compared to a missing billionaire. It was still a treat to read. Especially Lex’s smug reaction to her outrage. LOL!

“Perhaps,” Lionel said. “Just remember to never pull such a stunt again or I’ll have to replace you.”

“Yes, sir.”

Lionel sighed. “Lark-”

“Who’ll else will you find to pull such a hair brain scheme such as this? Someone who’ll actually pull it off without getting caught.”

It’s a good point, but it wouldn’t be prudent to push Lionel on this. The old coot has a LOT of money, and I suspect that enough money can make even the most sensible of people turn a blind eye to the craziness of the scheme.

Lionel truly had no time for this. “Shoot yourself.” He said with a slight smile. “What can I help you with young man?”

Did you mean to have Lionel say ‘Suit yourself’? No matter how tempting it might have been to tell Clark to get rid of himself in a painful manner ;)

Clark shook his head in frustration. “I don’t believe in coincidences.” He said harshly, his eyes narrow in suspicion. “Why are you being so passive about this?”

Lionel sat forward. “I can assure you Clark that I’m not. I’m as worried about this as you are.” He put on his most honest face as he continued. “I’ve not received one phone call, one ransom note, nothing. I’ve exhausted almost every resource I have in finding my son Clark, so don’t accuse me I’m being passive.”

Clark looked chastened, but continued. “I’m just worried about my friend.”

Awww. Clark is being all sweet and concerned... and a little dense, naïve and thickheaded. Heh, and Lionel is acting the part of the lying snake perfectly. True to form, both of them.

HOW is Clark supposed to find people to rescue without Chloe pointing which way to go. *snort* she should have taken this into account, and started training an assistant sidekick.

“I want to get the fuck out of here.” She said, her voice calm.

Lex paused eyed the blanket wearily. “So do I.” He agreed.

“Its been two weeks Lex. 14 days, they probably think I’m dead by now.”

He rolled his eyes at her dramatic words. “Don’t be ridiculous Chloe.”

“Oh shut up,” She forced out. “And why the hell are you so Blasé about this anyway?”

They were long overdue for a breakdown, but I think Chloe handled her tantrum/helplessness/despair VERY well. In fact, I wouldn’t have blamed her if she had started throwing a hysterical fit (not to mention thrown some furniture too). I probably would have freaked into another dimension under similar circumstances.

She nearly paused in surprise as she watched Lex stand in front of the stove, stirring what seemed to be sauce. “I didn’t know you cook.”

Lex paused for a moment before glancing behind his shoulder with a soft smile. “Welcome back.”

It was great to see that Lex was sensitive enough to provide Chloe with some space to sort herself out. And now he’s greeting her in this neutral, non-judgemental way. I guess they stand a chance to stop hating each other after all.

She raised an eyebrow. “You do know the definition of kidnapping is when someone is taken against their will right?”

LOL at the snarky.

“Lionel.” They both said at the same time.

“But why?” Chloe asked and lex shrugged.

“I have no clue.” he answered. “Then again its just a guess. Who knows who’s behind this.” He turned back to the stove.

Good to see that they figured this out. Not that it gives them much of an advantage right now, but any information might come in useful later.

“No,” He sighed. “My family’s cook Eloise taught me the recipe when I was sixteen.” His expression turned wistful. “Among other things.”

Chloe frowned. Leave it to him to ruin a nice moment. “I don’t want to know.”

“She was twenty two.”

“Lex-”

“She was from France and very sweet.”

“I told you-”

“We were going to run away together.”

ROTFLMAO! Oh MY! This was hilarious. I can just imagine Lex’s mock-wistful expression and tone of voice as he teases Chloe. He’s truly irresistible when he’s being playful and actually acting his age. LOVELY writing here, Kimbo!

Something was different. Chloe could feel it. Stomach’s stuffed, they both sat on the couch, softly speaking about nothing and everything. She idly wondered when they had so much in common. More importantly, just when had she and Lex started to become so chummy with each other. Even more importantly, just when had she started to think that Lex’s smile was so nice to look at. The way it seemed to actually make him look his age. She wondered if she should tell him this.

this is a nice start. It seems like Chloe is moving from actively disliking Lex to being able to tolerate his presence. Perhaps Lionel’s plan wasn’t so nutty after all, but how does he know that this camaraderie is going to last once the Chlex return to their normal lives.

He raised an eyebrow. “What makes you think that?” He asked and she glanced at him surprised.

“You mean you two never-”

“Is that so hard to believe?” He asked, crossing his arms in front of his chest.

She rolled her eyes. “Yes, Mr. I slept with my family’s cook at sixteen.”

Good to know that Lexana has not been consummated. And LOL at Chloe’s retort over here.

Something in his expression changed and she hadn’t realized how close they were sitting until she closed the short distance between them and kissed him.

It wasn’t an amazing earth shattering kiss. It was short and awkward, and it took her a moment to realize that he wasn’t kissing her back. She pulled away, her eyes wide from shock. “I’m sorry.”

He looked confused for a moment before shaking his head. “Chloe-”

“Its me,” She babbled. “I’m becoming mentally unstable from being cooped up here for two weeks!”

He smiled slightly. “Mentally unstable?” he shook his head. “Chloe, you have nothing to be sorry about.”

She looked down at his hand which rested on her shoulder. “I don’t?” She asked calmly. “Because-” She trailed off as he smiled at her. “You’re doing that smiling thing again.” She said absently.

“I am aren’t I?” He asked before he kissed her.

woah! WOAH! This was just TOO strange. Where did this come from? They go from tolerating each other to making out? Mental instability WOULD explain a lot. Granted, they were starting to get along with each other, it even seemed to be developing into a tentative friendship, but nowhere near to the kind of trust needed for a relationship. Do they just have plans to ‘fuck and make the best of a bad situation’? Are they going to have sex just to pass the time? Not a good idea.

And do they have condoms lying around their apartment? If so, wouldn’t that seem a ‘little’ suspicious… that Lionel provided them with condoms while locking them in a room together?

I think the idea of sex at THIS early stage in their barely budding friendship is a BAD idea. But it would be interesting to see how to react after indulging their lust. Would they both have regrets the morning after? Would they decide that it’s ok to ‘keep indulging’ since there’s apparently no television or Internet to occupy the time otherwise?

I look forward to the upcoming chapter, please update soon.

hfce

31st March 2007, 17:12

Ok sex now please... :beg: Great update by the way. :)

kimbo

31st March 2007, 21:28

woah! WOAH! This was just TOO strange. Where did this come from? They go from tolerating each other to making out? Mental instability WOULD explain a lot. Granted, they were starting to get along with each other, it even seemed to be developing into a tentative friendship, but nowhere near to the kind of trust needed for a relationship. Do they just have plans to ‘fuck and make the best of a bad situation’? Are they going to have sex just to pass the time? Not a good idea.

Oh somethingeasy, you're just something else :blinkkiss

And do they have condoms lying around their apartment? If so, wouldn’t that seem a ‘little’ suspicious… that Lionel provided them with condoms while locking them in a room together?

That would be a little suspicious wouldn't it? hmm. Let me just say that Lionel isn't that stupid, and he's way more diabolical than he seems.

I think the idea of sex at THIS early stage in their barely budding friendship is a BAD idea. But it would be interesting to see how to react after indulging their lust. Would they both have regrets the morning after? Would they decide that it’s ok to ‘keep indulging’ since there’s apparently no television or Internet to occupy the time otherwise?

Remember they only have a month, and they've been there for two weeks already. Mentally instability...i'd say so..maybe, but also this is Lex Luthor and well....once he gets a thought in his mind he pretty much doesn't think more than four feet infront of him. *Sigh* he's the king of mistakes:yeahbaby:

somethingeasy

31st March 2007, 23:07

this is Lex Luthor and well....once he gets a thought in his mind he pretty much doesn't think more than four feet infront of him. *Sigh* he's the king of mistakes:yeahbaby:

LOL! I didn't really see it that way, but it's true nonetheless. For all his intellect, Lex's nature is to be led around by his obsessions and 'I want it NOW!' desires. He usually manges to keep control over that 'stupid and thoughtless' aspect of his personality, but not always. And I have to remember that Chloe is ALSO a creature driven by passion and impulse.

But despite that, I still believe it's a little too soon for them to want to start jumping each other's bones... But that's just my personal opinion at this particular given time. I'm sure I'll view things differently by the next chapter. I'm still hoping for a 'oh my god, what did we just DO?' sequence during the morning after... it just seems to make sense... but I'll put my trust in your final judgment and plot planning, Kimbo :)

Other than the 'woah' reaction I had during the final scene, I really enjoyed the chapter, and I look forward to seeing how the story progresses.

heh, and I can't wait to see what kind of plan you've come up to account for birth control and disease prevention. Saran plastic wrap and a rubber band? I hope Lionel would be a little more sensible that THAT! ;)

kimbo

31st March 2007, 23:42

heh, and I can't wait to see what kind of plan you've come up to account for birth control and disease prevention. Saran plastic wrap and a rubber band? I hope Lionel would be a little more sensible that THAT! ;)

Heh :blinkkiss Lionel is diabolical...that's all i'll say. *cackles loudly*

Maha

1st April 2007, 18:01

Mmh - it's gettin' more and more interesting. I love it - Lex cooking, their bantering... Can't wait for more

toryjhay

2nd April 2007, 03:28

they KISSED!!!!! omg finally! they've been there two weeks, finally some action. and the kiss is just so sweet. both of them saying that they shouldn't but at the same time doing it all over again. love, love this!!!!! more soon please! oh and lex cooks! learned it from the cook huh? love the teasing between them, set them up for the not so perfect first kiss, good thing they managed to recover on their second kiss!!! update soon!!!!

skauble

3rd April 2007, 07:53

Holy crap, is Lionel Luthor a genius or what?!? You have to hand it to the man, he does get results.

Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay, there was kissage and promises of smut to come. :drool2:

This fic is just fantastic. Your set up is so full of promise, your timing is wonderful, and your Chlex interactions are truly entertaining.

Now we just need to do something about Clark before he blows everything. I bet if we tossed a tennis ball he'd run after it. Maybe if we launched one into space we could get Chloe and Lex together while Clark played intergalactic fetch. ;)

Honestly, this is just one of those fics where everything works perfectly together to evoke a myriad of feelings in the reader. And it's really so much fun. I was rotflmao when Chloe said Lana snored and Lex had mentally surpressed the fact!

I can't wait to see where it's going and what Lex and Chloe do when get free. Maybe they could lock up Lionel and Clark until those two crazy kids break down and give into their cleverly hidden desires (okay, that mental image was just plain wrong).

~Sarah~

kimbo

14th April 2007, 19:46

Okay i have major computer problems and my laptop is currently in the shop. I will not be able to post any of my stories :( i was hoping to update startling revelation and this one this week, but to no avail. *sigh* hopefully i'll have my laptop by next week! see you guys around soon!

kimmie

15th April 2007, 00:08

Oh no..bad luck!! Come back as soon as you can, we're dying for updates here!!!

-K-

malugargula

15th April 2007, 09:58

Come back soon
I`ll be waiting anxious for your updates
:)

xxasaxx

8th May 2007, 06:33

please let Kimbo get her computer back soon!:omg:;)

Marie

13th May 2007, 08:40

Good story. I hope you can post more soon!

tatie87

16th May 2007, 05:35

This is a great story. I love that Lionel is playing matchmaker. Hope u update real soon. I can't wait.

Kat

xxasaxx

23rd May 2007, 01:55

Update??

:omg: <----withdrawals

kimbo

23rd May 2007, 02:04

awww xxasaxx! i have 85 percent of the chapter written already. i'll finish it off tonight and try and have it posted! sorry for the withdrawls!

jedi

23rd May 2007, 11:27

awww xxasaxx! i have 85 percent of the chapter written already. i'll finish it off tonight and try and have it posted! sorry for the withdrawls!

Yay!! Can't wait to see it:)

kimbo

29th May 2007, 06:59

Wow, I’ve just realized that its been a whole month since I posted anything on this story. Geez. Stupid broken computer. So here’s the chapter to all who was suffering through withdrawals!

Chapter six

She was avoiding him.

That was understandable, considering what happened the night before. He understood why she would want to why she would want to repress what happened. He just hadn’t expected her to be so good at it.

The kiss they shared, hadn’t gone further than that. She had pulled away from him first, scrambled out from underneath him with a look of embarrassment and shock.

He could only sit and watch as she babbled out an explanation on why kissing each other was wrong. He thought it was amusing the way she questioned her sanity before turning and locking herself into the bathroom for the rest of the night.

They didn’t share the same bed that night like they had been doing for the past two weeks. Instead, she slept on the couch, ignoring his offers for her to switch places with him.

He had woken up the next morning, to her staring down at him with a blank expression.

“Are you alright?” He asked her, slowly sitting up.

Chloe slowly blinked at him before answering. “I’m fine.” She answered. “That couch is very uncomfortable.”

“I can only imagine.” He said with a small tilt of his head. “You didn’t have to sleep there last night Chloe. I would have.”

She glanced away from him briefly, her teeth worrying the bottom of her lip. She glanced back at him with a serious expression. “I had to.”

“Last night-” He started.

“Was a mistake.” She nodded with emphasis. “I was-we were not in our right minds.”

He’ll let her bask in her denial, but couldn’t stop the small smile from appearing on his face. “Right.” He agreed slowly.

“Right.” She repeated, her expression resolute. “I was vulnerable and you were there.”

He nodded again. “Right.”

“What we need to do is forget that ever happened, and concentrate on getting out of here.”

“Right.” He repeated.

She glared at him. “Will you stop saying right.”

“Okay.” He said, trying hard not to notice the way her eyes were sliding down to glance at his bare chest.

Before he could comment any further, she was up and moving toward the kitchen.

“I’ll make breakfast while you get dressed.”

He hadn’t seen her since this morning which was quite fine with him. He had his own thoughts to sort through. Perhaps he had miscalculated. He had known what he was doing when he had started making dinner the day of her “nervous breakdown.” No, that was a lie. He hadn’t known until after they had eaten. He hadn’t known what he was doing until they were sitting next to each other on that couch having a civil conversation. She had smiled at him, and he had thought how nice it was to have her smiling at him instead of glaring at like he was the devil himself. That’s when he knew. Yes, he knew he was involved with Lana, or was supposed to be anyway, but he was man of many layers. Being confined to one area for so long with nothing to do but think, he couldn’t help it if his mind wandered to what ifs.

He wasn’t an idiot. He had gathered whoever was doing this knew him and knew him well. He also gathered that they weren’t in any real danger, save for the possibility of being shot with a tranquilizer dart. So by his deduction there was nothing left to do but pass the time. So he passed his time by thinking on what ifs.

What ifs involving Chloe. He had always found Chloe attractive. But combined with her persistence and snooping in his private affairs made him see nothing but an annoyance. That overshadowed everything else, and there were time where he just wanted to strangle her. But now, one smile, one laugh directed at him and he knew he wanted her. He snorted shaking his head. Maybe he was the one losing his mind.

It had all happened so quickly, but Lex knew he was incredibly impulsive, and when he wanted something, there was simply no way he wasn’t getting what he wanted. He shook his head with wry smile. Feeling his thoughts were starting to get out of control, he stood up and made his way toward the bathroom ready to knock, but paused when the door suddenly flew open.

The two stood watching each other, her eyes slowly narrowing as she said.

“Were you standing there all this time?”

“No.” He answered. “Why?”

“No reason.” She answered quickly. She moved around him, and flopped onto the bed. “I’m so damn bored.” She stretched, the t-shirt she wore slowing riding up, revealing her flat stomach.

“So rest.”

“I’ve been resting all day.” She huffed.

“In the bathroom?” He asked with a raised eyebrow.

She glared at the ceiling. “You know, I thought you were suppose to be using that big brain of yours to get us out of here.”

“I thought were we both suppose to be figuring this out. You know team effort?”

“I didn’t know you knew what the word team meant Lex.”

He smiled. “I looked it up this morning.”

She sat up onto her elbows with a smile of her own.

They both smiled at each other, hers slowly fading as if she remembered what it was she was doing.

She slowly stood up. “I’ll go read instead.”

*********

Chloe was watching him. He could feel her eyes on him every so often. Not to mention the fact that she hadn’t even turned the page for the past twenty minutes. He pretended to not take notice, instead decided to continue reading his book, the turning pages and their soft breathing the only thing heard throughout the small living space.

He knew it wouldn’t be long before she broke down and spoke first.

“What are you reading?”

He turned the page. “Nothing important.” He answered, hiding his smile as she sighed loudly.

“What about you?” He asked idly.

She glanced down at the magazine she held. “Twenty two different ways to accessorize.”

He turned the page again. “Always important.”

“You’re so boring.”

He turned another page without glancing up. “I had no idea I was meant to be entertaining.”

“I know I’m always full of such bubbling energy that I can pretty much entertain myself but I can’t be on all the time.”

“You sure could’ve fooled me.” He said.

“Lex, come on.”

“Fine,” He said feeling put upon. He placed the book down and glanced up at her with a small placating smile. “What shall we do to pass the time?”

Chloe’s hopeful smile slowly faded and she glared at him. “Don’t do that.’

He frowned. “Do what?”

That.” She said waving her hands for emphasis. “That flirty innuendo talk. Its disturbing me.”

“I can’t help the way I sound Chloe.”

She raised an eyebrow.

“I can’t.” He repeated defensively. “Its not like its deliberate.”

“Everything you do is deliberate.”

Now that was uncalled for. “I don’t understand how what I said can bother you so easily.” He continued mildly.

“Please shut up.” She sighed.

“Its not like I actually engaged you in conversation first. So technically you should be the one keeping quiet.”

“You’re so annoying.” She spat.

He raised an eyebrow, surprised at her weak response. “Pot calling the kettle.”

“Pot calling the kettle.” She mimicked. “You know I’m getting really sick of you calling me annoying.”

“Perhaps if you quit being such an annoyance all the time I wouldn’t have to.”

“Well,” She said, throwing the magazine down. “At least I haven’t lost my ability to have a back bone.”

Lex narrowed his eyes at her. “What is that suppose to mean?”

“You know exactly what I mean. Mr. I’m sad and vulnerable and all I need is a woman who won’t betray me.” Her face twisted angrily. “We all know that’s bullshit.”

Surprisingly, those words cut, and with wounded pride Lex uttered. “You know the longer I’m in your presence. The more it becomes startling clear why no one wants you.”

She smirked knowingly, unfazed by his comment. “You want me.”

“Like you said Chloe. That was simply a moment of hysteria.”

**********

Something changed, Chloe mused. She doesn’t quite know why she started an argument with Lex, but she couldn’t help it. He just makes her so angry sometimes to the point where she couldn’t control her anger. But still, she knew something had changed between them, and she didn’t like it.

What was his deal? Why did he look at her that way? More importantly why did he kissed her? Why the hell did she kiss him back? Why the hell did she want more? She shook her head as she shuttered. It was all so wrong and twisted. Not to mention he was currently involved with one of her closest friends. That unfamiliar guilt crept into her stomach, but she shook it off.

She remembered Lois once saying to her that the way you feel about someone has nothing to do with sex. She glanced in his direction with a small frown. She hated when her cousin was right.

********

“How is the lovely couple fairing today?”

Lark snorted. “Well they’ve kissed.”

Lionel smiled. “I owe myself a pat on the back.”

“Not so fast Luthor. She slept on the couch.”

“Denial will always be one’s first reaction when feelings are involved.”

“I’m kind of feeling like a voyeur here Lionel.”

“Tell that to the two million I’m paying you. Besides it isn’t like I’m asking you to watch them have sex.”

“That would be an extra mil.” lark stated and Lionel chuckled.

“Don’t worry. This will all be over soon. As I’ve informed you before my son moves fast, and once he sees something he wants, there is no hesitation to take it.”

“Right,” Lark said. “But I hope you can see that just because these two have sex does not mean a happy ending.”

“Hmm,” Lionel said. “Of course you’re correct, but if you knew Ms. Sullivan, you would realize how good of a candidate she is to become a Luthor.”

“Well you sure have a strange way of trying to get a daughter- in- law Luthor.”

“Some of the most long lasting relationships stem from strange circumstances.”

“Yes, and you’re the expert on healthy relationships.”

Lionel chuckled. “13 days Lark.” He ended the call.

Lark shook his head as he turned back toward the monitors. “Crazy son a bitch.”

*********

“Lets play a game.”

Lex looked up from the book he had been engrossed in. “A what?”

Chloe rolled her eyes. “A game. You know an amusement of past time between two or more people.”

“I know what a game is.” He said. “What I mean is why would I want to partake in a game?”

“Because,” She answered with a wry smiled. “Its fun and you’ve been sitting her reading for the past two hours.” It was obvious she was trying to apologize without actually saying the words and he was making it quite difficult for her.

He blinked. “Okay. Well, let me rephrase the question. Why would I want to partake in a game with you?”

She smiled contritely. “Because I’m asking nicely?” She answered.

Lex stared at her for a few moments, his face blank. She felt herself shifting from one foot to the other.

“What are we playing?” He asked finally and she held up a deck of cards she found.

“Poker?”

******

“You know,” Chloe started as she dealt the cards out for the fifth time. “For someone who has never played this game before you’re sure good at it.”

Lex only shrugged as she collected his cards. “I didn’t say that. I just said that I wasn’t allowed to play any card game when I was younger.”

She raised an eyebrow as she placed two cards down. “Let me guess, a rule of the great Lionel Luthor?”

Lex nodded. “He believed card games in general was trivial, and the mind of a Luthor heir was not to be wasted on them.”

Chloe pushed five dollars across the table. “That’s- pretty dumb.”

Lex slid his own money across the table. “Of course. Which of course my mother didn’t agree with, and she pretty much taught me everything I know about poker.”

Chloe snorted. “Well she taught you well.” She showed her cards. “Three of a kind.”

Lex smirked as he revealed a full house. “I win again.”

Chloe frowned deeply. “I think I’ve been swindled.”

Lex shook his head. “No. Its just easy for me to tell when you’re bluffing Chloe.”

She glared at him playfully. “I’m not that easy to read.”

“No.” He said. “But you always bit the bottom of your lip when you have a bad hand. I don’t think you notice you’re doing it.”

She raised an eyebrow. “You’re watching me that closely?”

“Mmhmm.” He answered shuffling the cards.

Chloe cleared her throat as that sudden wrong feeling resurfaced. She hoped to everything he wasn’t doing that when they aren’t playing cards. “I’m broke.”

Lex smiled and placed the deck of cards down. He pushed the hundred dollars he won from her. “Keep your money.” He said.

“You don’t have to tell me twice.” She said gathering her bills. There was a weeks worth of laundry, gas and food money in there.

Chloe sat and watched as his mind seemed to wander.

“Chloe?”

“Yes Lex?” She asked.

“Can I ask you a personal question?”

She stared at him for a long moment. “Sure. As long as I get to ask one back.”

He paused as if considering her deal before nodding. “Sure. As long as it doesn’t get posted in the Daily Planet.”

“Fine.”

“Are you still in love with Clark?”

She nearly choked on the water she was sipping at the absurdity of that question. “What?” She sputtered.

“Are you still in love with Clark?”

She shook her head confused and thrown. Why did he want to know that? What did it matter? What was it his business? She glanced at him to see him watching her carefully. She agreed she’d answer so she would. “I’m- I’m not in love with Clark.” She shook her head. “I don’t think I was ever in love with Clark.”

He raised an eyebrow at that.

“I’m serious. I believed I confused my feelings with Clark with feelings of being in love.” She shrugged. “I thought Clark was an ideal, but as I became older I started to actually see he’s not what I’m looking for.” She finished feeling suddenly winded. “Why’d you ask me that?”

He shrugged. “You two have grown closer over the past year and Lana-”

“Lana?” She asked suspiciously.

“Well she casually mentioned how she thought you two were getting together and that-”

Chloe cut him off with a laugh. “What?” She shook her head still laughing. “Clark and I? Together?”

Lex frowned at her. “Why is that so hard to fathom?”

Chloe’s laughter trailed off and she smiled wryly. “Yes, Clark and I have grown closer, but only as friends and that’s it.” She smirked with a tilt of her head. “Regardless of his secrets, he’s too simple. I need a challenge. He wouldn’t be able to handle me or my complex issues.”

“That’s rather harsh considering he’s your best friend.”

She shook her head. “Not really.” She bit her lip as she thought about Jimmy. “Besides I was kind of sort of involved with someone.” She frowned confused. “I could’ve sworn I told Lana that.”

Lex only shrugged. “Just as well. I actually believe she was-” He trailed off.

Chloe stared at him for a long moment before it dawned on her. “Jealous? Why on earth would Lana be jealous of- Oh-” She said at the blank expression on Lex’s face.

Lex smiled wryly. “I’m not as blind as you perceive me to be Chloe. I’m well aware Lana is still in love with Clark.”

She sat forward. “Then why are earth are you with her?”

“Because she’s with me.” He said simply. “And considering whom I‘ve been involved with in the past, it can be much worse.”

Chloe thought about all of he other women Lex has been involved with for the past five years and internally winced. Meteor freaks, homicidal gold diggers. What’s that compared to the women you’re suppose to love loving someone else? She knew Lana was a sweet young girl with nothing but Lex’s best interests at heart. She snorted to herself. But she was also using Lex. Trying to get something from him that she isn’t getting from Clark. It was all so selfish and unfair, and really rather sad that Lex thought that as normal.

She glanced up from her hands to see Lex watching her silently. Was he waiting for her to say something? Was he waiting for her to reassure him about Lana’s ability to suddenly stop loving Clark and fall for him and that everything will eventually turn out well? That certainly wasn’t going to happen because she wasn’t one for lies.

“I believe its your turn.” He commented after their long bought of silence.

She opened her mouth to speak but paused. What can she ask him? What did she want to ask him? What was something she always waned to know that no one else didn’t know. She thought for a long moment before asking what she truly always wanted to know.

“What did you do to make Lionel exile you to Smallville?”

Lex looked genuinely surprised by her question, and for a moment it looked as though he wasn’t going to answer.

He gave her a measuring look. “I should’ve known your question wouldn’t be easy.”

She smiled.

“Well,” He started slowly. “For years I’ve tried every way to get my father’s attention by acting out. Of course in my mind acting out meant trying every designer drug and narcotic imaginable. I was also arrested quite a few times as well.”

Chloe raised an eyebrow unsurprised.

He gave her a wry smile as he continued. “After a while I realized he wasn’t wasting his time with me, but I didn’t stop. I kept using, partying, and drinking. After I turned twenty one I became even worse. Things were so bad I could barely remember what I did the night before and I’d wake up in situations that were highly questionable.”

“He didn’t try and stop you?” She asked softly.

He shook his head. “Of course not. All my father cared about was how embarrassing it was to see the Luthor’s name being dragged through the mud in the newspapers. I on the other hand seemed to get a perverse satisfaction at being caught by the media.”

Chloe nodded, remembering reading about Lex’s terrible exploits in the society pages of the Daily Planet when she was younger. She had all thought it to be rumors. No one can be that bad, but now hearing Lex admit to his behavior proved her wrong.

He glanced away from her as he continued. “One particular morning I arrived home to see my father waiting for me. I was quite wasted. We got into a heated argument about my behavior, and that’s all I remember. The next thing I know I’m waking up in Metropolis General’s detox-in patient program with my father standing over me with a black eye.”

Chloe’s eyes widened in surprise. “You-”

“Hit him? Yes. Although I don‘t remember.” He sighed. “He ordered me not to check myself out or else I’d be disowned.” He smiled bitterly. “Detox was not so enjoyable.”

“But you stayed.” She said and he nodded.

“Of course, but not because he threatened me. I realized my behavior was only hurting myself. Plus I appalled my father and he believed I wouldn’t be able to get clean. I only had to prove him wrong so it was worth it.”

Chloe smiled at that.

“After Detox I stayed at the family in Montana for three months until I received a package from my father with information regarding plant number three along with a note telling me to be there at a specific date and time.”

Chloe was quiet for a long moment, taking everything that was confessed to her. “Wow.” Was all she could say.

Lex smiled shaking his head. “I’ve never told anyone that story.”

“But you told me.” She said with a shake of her head. “You sure I can’t print it as a story? It’ll be a good heartfelt interview.”

Lex let out a small laugh. “No, I’m sure. I’m glad I told you Chloe.”

She gave him a surprised look. “You are?”

He slowly nodded. “Because you didn’t give me the clichéd You were very brave for going to get help line.”

Chloe snorted. “Yeah well sometimes its best not to say anything at all.”

“I agree.” Lex said and they both smiled at each other.

They were quiet for a long moment before Lex spoke.

“You were right you know.”

She looked at him.

“About Clark.” He said. “He wouldn’t be able to handle you.”

There was that wrong feeling again. She knew Lex could be manipulative and calculating, but that smile was honest. What he said was honest, and it made Chloe want to act on that feeling she did not want to think about.

The longer they stared at each other, the more Chloe could only think of how screwed she was.

*********

Two nights later. 11 days left.

Being cooped up with each other for so long, they had been comfortable enough around each other in various states of undress. But now, things were quite different. He honestly hadn’t meant to walk in on her changing into her pajamas the night before. If she’d only locked the door. He wasn’t embarrassed about it. Not at all. He’s seen plenty of women without their clothes on. Of course sex always closely followed afterward, but this situation was quite different.

He was now painfully aware of Chloe‘s body. Painfully aware of his physical attraction to her.

It wasn’t much of a surprise to Lex. He knew it was inevitable that something like this would happen. Chloe was an attractive woman.

He looked up as she walked into the room, brushing her damp hair. He could admit, that Chloe was beautiful. Sexy without even trying. Not to mention her wittiness. Her sharp tongue seemed to always annoy and entertain him. Make him laugh. She had a strength that rivaled his own. He’d never met anyone who could keep up with him. He never met anyone he wanted to strangle one minute then fuck the next.

Feeling his eyes on her, Chloe slowly turned, raising an eyebrow at Lex. “What?”

“Nothing.” He answered, quickly looking away.

She frowned with a shake of her head and continued brushing her hair. “Weirdo.” She muttered.

He smiled briefly at her as she slipped into bed, watching with an amused expression as she scooted toward the edge as far as she could without falling off. She turned her back to him.

He switched the lamp off beside the bed. “Good night Chloe.”

“Night.” She mumbled with a sigh.

*********

Lex’s eyes snapped opened as something kicked him in his side. He sighed heavily and slowly turned his head to the side, unsurprised to see Chloe violently tossing and turning beside him. He glanced down with a frown as he noticed she kicked the covers off of them again. He reached over and switched the lamp on.

Everything she did was always over emphasized, even in her sleep. He sat up on one elbow, ready to reach out and shake her awake, but paused when she suddenly stilled.

“Lex.”

He froze, his hand hovering above her shoulder. Did he just here correctly? His eyes widened in slight shock as she sighed his name again.

“Lex.”

Lex felt his insides blaze with heat from the way she sighed his name. He reached out and gently shook her. “Chloe.” He said quietly. He leaned over her shook her again, watching as her eyes slowly slid open.

She smiled sleepily at him and raised her hand to his cheek. “Hi.”

Lex slowly placed his hands over her own and slowly removed it. “You kicked me again.”

She blinked once then twice, now fully awake. Her eyes widened slightly and she moved her head. “Oh.” She said quietly. She blinked again. “Sorry.”

“Its alright.”

He swallowed when she suddenly shifted against him, her thigh brushing against his obvious arousal. He dipped his head and kissed her, then nuzzled the side of her neck. “Chloe-”

“Shh.” She whispered back. “Don’t talk just…don’t.”

Lex did as she requested.

*******

He moved down her body at a slow leisurely pace, feeling in no rush, no matter how much her loud sighs of pleasure were urging him on. His hands reached down to pull the long t-shirt she wore up her thighs and above her stomach. His tongue darted out, drawing a line down her abdomen, flicking his tongue inside her navel ,and smiling to himself when she twitched and squeezed his shoulders.

He continued down, his lips pausing to kiss her panty covered crotch. He paused when she suddenly jumped, and he noticed for the firs time how tense she was. His hands gently caressed her thighs, silently urging her to relax. His hands slid back up her thighs to hook inside her underwear. He glanced up at her, surprised to see her watching him steadily.

‘Good.’ He thought and slowly pulled down his underwear. He tossed the panties over his shoulder and stared down at the neatly trimmed curls with a thread of excitement. She was wet already. He leaned over and nuzzled there, his nose taking in her heady scent. He gently parted her thighs and dipped his head.

********

Chloe bit her lip hard when she felt the wet stroke of his tongue on her clit. Her eyes slid closed and she moaned as he licked her hard then soft, fast then slow. Making her shudder and twist in his hands. Her eyes slid open and she looked down, unsurprised to see him watching her face, obviously studying her response.

“Oh fuck.” She whispered when he sucked her clit in his mouth. She inhaled sharply, her hands gripped the t-shirt she wore, her hips rising of heir own accord as his tongue worker her over. The moisture she felt he was drawing out of her should have embarrassed her, but the way he was hungrily lapping it up overshadowed that.

His tongue slowly slipped inside of her and back out again. She came with a sob, her hips straining upward and her body stiffened all over.

********

Lex licked her own last time before he slowly pulled away. He wiped his mouth with the back of his hand and watched as her slowly pull down her t-shirt. Things were definitely awkward now, and that only testified when she suddenly turned onto her side, putting her back to him.

“Chloe?” He said, reaching out to touch her shoulder, pausing when she suddenly tensed.

He sighed and lied next to her. “Chloe are you-” She trailed off when he heard a loud sniffle. “Chloe?”

She turned her head to look at him over her shoulder, tears in her eyes. He couldn’t stop the feeling that he’d fucked up. “Chloe?”

“I’m fine.” She said, although the tears falling down her cheeks said otherwise. “I just want to go home.”

He reached out and gently squeezed her shoulder. “Chloe, I promise you that we’ll get out of here.”

She stared up at him for a long moment before pulling his head down for a long, open-mouthed kiss. It only took Lex a moment to respond, and he kissed her back, his arm sliding around her waist and pulling her closer.

She moaned into his mouth, thrusting her hips back against his arousal. She pulled away from his mouth with a small sigh. “Come on.” she breathed softly. “Fuck me.”

He ignored the desperation he heard into her voice, instead opting to slide down the boxer shorts he still had on. He slipped a leg between her own, and with a groan he slipped completely inside of her, catching her moan in his mouth.

He thrust his hips forward, burying his cock deeper into her heat. She was so tight. So wet and hot that he couldn’t hold himself back. He squeezed her hip as he pulled her down into his down strokes, pumping faster and harder when she softly cried out his name.

“Don‘t stop.” She moaned, thrusting backward. “Fuck me harder. Please don’t stop..mmm.”

He groaned deep when she squeezed him, pumping faster and harder. Burying his face against the side of her neck as he felt the beginning of her climax. Her hot moisture slickened his cock, but he continued thrusting, his body stilling, an uncontrolled groan escaping his mouth as he too came.

They lay there panting heavily. She gently removed his hand from her hip, and he slowly pulled out of her, both of them groaning at the loss of contact.

He pulled his boxers back up and reached for the covers. He silently handed them to her, watching as she pulled them up over her shoulder. He sighed to himself when she turned her back to him.

“We won’t do that again.” she muttered.

“No.” Lex agreed, glancing at her back. “We won’t.”

They both knew it was a lie.

TBC

lj715

29th May 2007, 07:50

Excellent chapter!!!!! Love that Lex opened up to Chloe & told her about his past. Didn't expect the smut but it was a nice surprise. You know they won't be able to keep their hands off one another now. Can't wait for more.

westwingwolf

29th May 2007, 07:58

Yay new chapter! I loved to see Chlex whether they are fighting, having chats, and especially a wonderful smut session. Though that might lead to some awkwardness and angst later. But I also like that they can admit that it will happen again, even if only to themselves. I'm can't remember but I'm going to assume that Chloe had her birth control pills with her when she was kidnapped. Well, I guess this means that Lex has realized that a relationship with Lana is pointless. He knows all the reasons why Chloe is better plus the fact that she's not in love with Clark. I think Lionel's going to be very pleased with the next report, the dirty Magnificent Bastard.

dayamiracle

29th May 2007, 08:11

Love the new chapter!!! wasnt expecting the smut but im not complaining...lol Update as soon as you can!

jedi

29th May 2007, 10:11

yay! an update..liked it much

Kit Merlot

29th May 2007, 13:42

That was a beautiful chapter!

Loved Lex's talking to Chloe about his past, and asking her if she's still in love with Clark.
The flirting and innuendo conversations are always terrific, and I liked how they silently started admiring the other person. They would never say anything outloud--that seems very true to their personalities.

And of course, the kissing/smutty parts were just gorgeous.

The only thing that freaks me out is knowing that guys Lark is watching.

Can't wait for more:D

somethingeasy

29th May 2007, 16:55

“Are you alright?” He asked her, slowly sitting up.

Chloe slowly blinked at him before answering. “I’m fine.” She answered. “That couch is very uncomfortable.”

“I can only imagine.” He said with a small tilt of his head. “You didn’t have to sleep there last night Chloe. I would have.”

She glanced away from him briefly, her teeth worrying the bottom of her lip. She glanced back at him with a serious expression. “I had to.”

“Last night-” He started.

“Was a mistake.” She nodded with emphasis. “I was-we were not in our right minds.”

He’ll let her bask in her denial, but couldn’t stop the small smile from appearing on his face. “Right.” He agreed slowly.

I’m glad to see Chloe is being sensible over here instead of letting physical attraction and thoughtless passion overcome logic, reason… not to mention loyalty.

Heh, I had to giggle at the thought of Chloe being so freaked out by the kiss that she forced herself to sleep on a very uncomfortable couch that night, but it was nice of her not to relegate Lex to the couch instead.

He hadn’t seen her since this morning which was quite fine with him. He had his own thoughts to sort through. Perhaps he had miscalculated. He had known what he was doing when he had started making dinner the day of her “nervous breakdown.” No, that was a lie. He hadn’t known until after they had eaten. He hadn’t known what he was doing until they were sitting next to each other on that couch having a civil conversation. She had smiled at him, and he had thought how nice it was to have her smiling at him instead of glaring at like he was the devil himself. That’s when he knew. Yes, he knew he was involved with Lana, or was supposed to be anyway, but he was man of many layers. Being confined to one area for so long with nothing to do but think, he couldn’t help it if his mind wandered to what ifs.

Hmmm, It seems like Lex’s impetuous nature is driving him to want more than a simple kiss. Now that his mind has been opened to the possibilities of ‘having Chloe’ while secluded with her, he seems to think it’s an absolutely terrific idea. Bastard! He’s letting a nasty combination of lust and BOREDOM drive away all common sense… not to mention ANY notions of fidelity. Let’s not forget that he IS deeply involved with one of Chloe’s friends.

I can’t help but believe that Lex only wants Chloe right now because she’s ‘here’… stuck with him as her only company. I truly believe that he would probably react the same way to ANY halfway attractive woman he happened to be stuck with in this high-pressure (and equal parts boring) situation.

He wasn’t an idiot. He had gathered whoever was doing this knew him and knew him well. He also gathered that they weren’t in any real danger, save for the possibility of being shot with a tranquilizer dart. So by his deduction there was nothing left to do but pass the time. So he passed his time by thinking on what ifs.

*snort* Lex is probably lucky that Lionel didn’t have it in mind to have Lois Lane as a daughter-in-law. Otherwise Lex would probably be contemplating all the ‘what if’ possibilities with Lois… which would make it a LOT harder to extricate himself from once he finally makes it out of this room. Chloe is used to treating rejection with tact, but Lois is NOT the type of person who accepts rejection gracefully.

“What about you?” He asked idly.

She glanced down at the magazine she held. “Twenty two different ways to accessorize.”

He turned the page again. “Always important.”

*snort* Lionel is EVIL! He really pulled out all the stops in making sure Chloe and Lex would be as intellectually starved as possible. So much that they would get desperate for ANY kind of stimulation to stave off the boredom. EVIIIILLL!

“Fine,” He said feeling put upon. He placed the book down and glanced up at her with a small placating smile. “What shall we do to pass the time?”

Chloe’s hopeful smile slowly faded and she glared at him. “Don’t do that.’

He frowned. “Do what?”

That.” She said waving her hands for emphasis. “That flirty innuendo talk. Its disturbing me.”

Heh, I also heard a definite drawling innuendo filled tone when he spoke. I am definitely sure that Lex only wants to seduce Chloe because he’s BORED and restless. Who can blame him? He’s probably NEVER been stuck with absolutely ‘nothing’ to occupy his thoughts and actions before.

“You know exactly what I mean. Mr. I’m sad and vulnerable and all I need is a woman who won’t betray me.” Her face twisted angrily. “We all know that’s bullshit.”

Surprisingly, those words cut, and with wounded pride Lex uttered. “You know the longer I’m in your presence. The more it becomes startling clear why no one wants you.”

She smirked knowingly, unfazed by his comment. “You want me.”

“Like you said Chloe. That was simply a moment of hysteria.”

*phew* It was actually a relief to see them go back to insulting, arguing and snarking at each other to get their restlessness satisfied. It’s MUCH safer than trying to get stimulated by jumping each other.

“I’m kind of feeling like a voyeur here Lionel.”

“Tell that to the two million I’m paying you. Besides it isn’t like I’m asking you to watch them have sex.”

“That would be an extra mil.” lark stated and Lionel chuckled.

heh, it’s comforting to know that Lark isn’t getting a pervy thrill out of spying on the two captives. He seems distinctly uncomfortable, and would probably freak if Lionel DID tell him to spy on sexual activities… probably ordering him to take notes and observations through the whole way… ewwww!

“Right,” Lark said. “But I hope you can see that just because these two have sex does not mean a happy ending.”

“Hmm,” Lionel said. “Of course you’re correct, but if you knew Ms. Sullivan, you would realize how good of a candidate she is to become a Luthor.”

“Well you sure have a strange way of trying to get a daughter- in- law Luthor.”

“Some of the most long lasting relationships stem from strange circumstances.”

“Yes, and you’re the expert on healthy relationships.”

I’m glad to see Lark giving a reality check to Lionel about how ‘thoughtless, casual sex’ does NOT make a relationship. Heh, Lionel still seems optimistic though. I wonder if he has any other plans in mind after getting Chloe and Lex in bed together.

Does he have plans to get Chloe pregnant? That would explain the lack of condoms.

Chloe cleared her throat as that sudden wrong feeling resurfaced. She hoped to everything he wasn’t doing that when they aren’t playing cards. “I’m broke.”

Lex smiled and placed the deck of cards down. He pushed the hundred dollars he won from her. “Keep your money.” He said.

“You don’t have to tell me twice.” She said gathering her bills. There was a weeks worth of laundry, gas and food money in there.

*giggle* The Poker Playing interlude was quite cute. It was nice to see Lex and Chloe toning down the sexual tension a ‘little’ bit. Of course, we all know it was just the calm before the storm :P

heh, it’s quite typical of Lex to play so hard to win, but then return all the winnings back to Chloe. We all know that the money was never important… it was just the exulted feeling he got from victory that drove him to keep taking Chloe’s money. LOL!

“Are you still in love with Clark?”

She nearly choked on the water she was sipping at the absurdity of that question. “What?” She sputtered.

“Are you still in love with Clark?”

This was a very interesting question. I didn’t really care about Chloe’s answer… I was pretty sure she was going to say no. But I WAS curious about what inspired Lex is ask this question. Why was it any of his concern?

He shrugged. “You two have grown closer over the past year and Lana-”

“Lana?” She asked suspiciously.

“Well she casually mentioned how she thought you two were getting together and that-”

Chloe cut him off with a laugh. “What?” She shook her head still laughing. “Clark and I? Together?”

Lex frowned at her. “Why is that so hard to fathom?”

Ahhhh! Now we see why he wanted to know. He was concerned about the Chlark-factor because LANA was concerned.

Chloe stared at him for a long moment before it dawned on her. “Jealous? Why on earth would Lana be jealous of- Oh-” She said at the blank expression on Lex’s face.

Lex smiled wryly. “I’m not as blind as you perceive me to be Chloe. I’m well aware Lana is still in love with Clark.”

She sat forward. “Then why are earth are you with her?”

“Because she’s with me.” He said simply. “And considering whom I‘ve been involved with in the past, it can be much worse.”

Chloe thought about all of he other women Lex has been involved with for the past five years and internally winced. Meteor freaks, homicidal gold diggers. What’s that compared to the women you’re suppose to love loving someone else? She knew Lana was a sweet young girl with nothing but Lex’s best interests at heart. She snorted to herself. But she was also using Lex. Trying to get something from him that she isn’t getting from Clark. It was all so selfish and unfair, and really rather sad that Lex thought that as normal.

Hmph! Is it really any wonder that Lex would not be able to fathom unselfish love? His experience has taught him that no one would give anything (even love) without wanting something of equal (or even higher) value in return.

But I would at least thing that he would want loyalty from the person he’s wooing. Heh, but then again, it seems like he’s not willing to give loyalty in return… look at how he’s getting ready to put aside any consideration for Lana to have a quickie with his fellow captive.

Unfaithful bastard! At least Chloe is feeling considerable amounts of guilt about jumping a man who had pledged himself to another woman.

“Well,” He started slowly. “For years I’ve tried every way to get my father’s attention by acting out. Of course in my mind acting out meant trying every designer drug and narcotic imaginable. I was also arrested quite a few times as well.”

Chloe raised an eyebrow unsurprised.

He gave her a wry smile as he continued. “After a while I realized he wasn’t wasting his time with me, but I didn’t stop. I kept using, partying, and drinking. After I turned twenty one I became even worse. Things were so bad I could barely remember what I did the night before and I’d wake up in situations that were highly questionable.”

“He didn’t try and stop you?” She asked softly.

He shook his head. “Of course not. All my father cared about was how embarrassing it was to see the Luthor’s name being dragged through the mud in the newspapers. I on the other hand seemed to get a perverse satisfaction at being caught by the media.”

Chloe nodded, remembering reading about Lex’s terrible exploits in the society pages of the Daily Planet when she was younger. She had all thought it to be rumors. No one can be that bad, but now hearing Lex admit to his behavior proved her wrong.

Wow! I REALLY enjoyed hearing about Lex accounting for his past. It was really insightful, interesting, and it made me appreciate all over again how LUCKY Lex is to be alive despite his youthful self-destructive tendencies. There could have been SO many ways he should have died, but he somehow managed to keep himself alive. I guess his survival instincts might be a little stronger and more finely tuned than one might imagine.

“But you stayed.” She said and he nodded.

“Of course, but not because he threatened me. I realized my behavior was only hurting myself. Plus I appalled my father and he believed I wouldn’t be able to get clean. I only had to prove him wrong so it was worth it.”

I LOVED this part. It’s really so characteristic of Lex that he would go through the pain, humiliation, torture and sheer effort of detoxing JUST to spite his father. I think part of it might have been to prove his own self-worth to himself, but I’m sure the only thing that kept him going through the miserable feverish, hot, long nights was the snide, scoffing expression on Lionel’s’ face.

“But you told me.” She said with a shake of her head. “You sure I can’t print it as a story? It’ll be a good heartfelt interview.”

heh, provided he doesn’t go into too much detail about how much he vomited or hallucinated during detox, it WOULD be a clever way to get some good publicity for Lex.

He was now painfully aware of Chloe‘s body. Painfully aware of his physical attraction to her.

It wasn’t much of a surprise to Lex. He knew it was inevitable that something like this would happen. Chloe was an attractive woman.

He looked up as she walked into the room, brushing her damp hair. He could admit, that Chloe was beautiful. Sexy without even trying. Not to mention her wittiness. Her sharp tongue seemed to always annoy and entertain him. Make him laugh. She had a strength that rivaled his own. He’d never met anyone who could keep up with him. He never met anyone he wanted to strangle one minute then fuck the next.

Well, it’s good to see that he DOES appreciate her beyond being the ‘only available woman’ right now. I still think most of the lust he’s feeling is coming from sharing close intimate quarters with an attractive (and tantalizingly forbidden) female… but Chloe’s personality seems to add on another appreciative edge to his lust.

Everything she did was always over emphasized, even in her sleep. He sat up on one elbow, ready to reach out and shake her awake, but paused when she suddenly stilled.

LOL! I liked Lex’s observation about how Chloe doesn’t do ANYTHING by half-intensity. How she even emphasizes when she’s fitfully tossing herself in her sleep. Nice bit of insight there.

Lex felt his insides blaze with heat from the way she sighed his name. He reached out and gently shook her. “Chloe.” He said quietly. He leaned over her shook her again, watching as her eyes slowly slid open.

She smiled sleepily at him and raised her hand to his cheek. “Hi.”

Heh, well it’s quite obvious what she was dreaming about. She’s still in her haze while she’s smiling dreamily at Lex.
Hmmm, was she imagining romance and connection in the dream too? Or was it pure intense physical pleasure?

He continued down, his lips pausing to kiss her panty covered crotch. He paused when she suddenly jumped, and he noticed for the firs time how tense she was. His hands gently caressed her thighs, silently urging her to relax. His hands slid back up her thighs to hook inside her underwear. He glanced up at her, surprised to see her watching him steadily.

‘Good.’ He thought and slowly pulled down his underwear. He tossed the panties over his shoulder and stared down at the neatly trimmed curls with a thread of excitement. She was wet already. He leaned over and nuzzled there, his nose taking in her heady scent. He gently parted her thighs and dipped his head.

mmm, sexy! And, although I think sex is a HUGE mistake for them right now, my anxieties were slightly mollified by seeing how Lex was willing to give Chloe pleasure first before satisfying his own.

Oh, and by the way. HOT!

Lex licked her own last time before he slowly pulled away. He wiped his mouth with the back of his hand and watched as her slowly pull down her t-shirt. Things were definitely awkward now, and that only testified when she suddenly turned onto her side, putting her back to him.

“Chloe?” He said, reaching out to touch her shoulder, pausing when she suddenly tensed.

He sighed and lied next to her. “Chloe are you-” She trailed off when he heard a loud sniffle. “Chloe?”

She turned her head to look at him over her shoulder, tears in her eyes. He couldn’t stop the feeling that he’d fucked up. “Chloe?”

“I’m fine.” She said, although the tears falling down her cheeks said otherwise. “I just want to go home.”

He reached out and gently squeezed her shoulder. “Chloe, I promise you that we’ll get out of here.”

I was VERY impressed by how sweet, considerate and generous Lex was being right now. He’s just given Chloe an intense orgasm, but he’s not putting ANY pressure on her whatsoever to ‘return the favour’. He seems completely unconcerned about himself. That is very sweet of him.

It was also good to see them get a (momentary) reality check about how this whole thing was/is a mistake that could have huge horrible consequences later. Hmph… not that THAT knowledge is going to stop them.

She moaned into his mouth, thrusting her hips back against his arousal. She pulled away from his mouth with a small sigh. “Come on.” she breathed softly. “Fuck me.”

He ignored the desperation he heard into her voice, instead opting to slide down the boxer shorts he still had on. He slipped a leg between her own, and with a groan he slipped completely inside of her, catching her moan in his mouth.

He thrust his hips forward, burying his cock deeper into her heat. She was so tight. So wet and hot that he couldn’t hold himself back. He squeezed her hip as he pulled her down into his down strokes, pumping faster and harder when she softly cried out his name.

“Don‘t stop.” She moaned, thrusting backward. “Fuck me harder. Please don’t stop..mmm.”

Still… MISTAKE, mistake, MISTAKE!!! But I can see how this happened. I can see that ALL of Chloe’s emotions (lust, homesickness, fear, despair) came together to overwhelm her, and she needed the ‘escape’ provided by some casual (albeit passionate and intense) sex.

And can we really blame Lex for giving Chloe was she was asking for so desperately? Sure we can! Bastard!

I would think a man jaded and used to casual sexual liaisons would realize the importance of discretion when discretion is required… Not to mention the importance of abstaining when a CONDOM is NOT AVAILABLE!!!!

Idiot!

He pulled his boxers back up and reached for the covers. He silently handed them to her, watching as she pulled them up over her shoulder. He sighed to himself when she turned her back to him.

“We won’t do that again.” she muttered.

“No.” Lex agreed, glancing at her back. “We won’t.”

They both knew it was a lie.

Sheeesh! It’s not even the morning after, and already things are horrible and awkward between them. This is going to make the rest of their time in captivity absolute HELL! And of course, what are they going to do when the awkwardness gets too much to bear? They’ll just try to distract themselves with sex again! *snort* such, stupid, STUPID people!

I would be SO tempted to go into a rant about condoms and safe sex… but let’s just say I’m VERY angry, VERY disappointed in them, and it would serve them right if they ended up pregnant and diseased.

Does Lionel really think that a couple of regrettable sexual encounters is going to get Chloe and Lex together? He’d better have another phase of the plan in mind.

Esther25jm

30th May 2007, 00:52

Hot damn!! So happy to see a new chapter, which was fantab!! Wow, the growing intimacy between them is great, and I like that Chloe is scared of it while Lex is starting to like it. Loved that he told her the reason why he was sent to Smallville, showing her how much he's starting to trust her. And the loving, while unexpected, was freaking YUM!!!!!!!! Hot damn, can't wait to see how much the relationship will change and what will happen with Lionel's ploy.

xxasaxx

30th May 2007, 03:21

Love the new chapter!!! wasnt expecting the smut but im not complaining...lol Update as soon as you can!

ditto!

great chapter!:drool2:

kimbo

30th May 2007, 03:44

I’m glad to see Chloe is being sensible over here instead of letting physical attraction and thoughtless passion overcome logic, reason… not to mention loyalty.

Heh, I had to giggle at the thought of Chloe being so freaked out by the kiss that she forced herself to sleep on a very uncomfortable couch that night, but it was nice of her not to relegate Lex to the couch instead.

Hmmm, It seems like Lex’s impetuous nature is driving him to want more than a simple kiss. Now that his mind has been opened to the possibilities of ‘having Chloe’ while secluded with her, he seems to think it’s an absolutely terrific idea. Bastard! He’s letting a nasty combination of lust and BOREDOM drive away all common sense… not to mention ANY notions of fidelity. Let’s not forget that he IS deeply involved with one of Chloe’s friends.

I can’t help but believe that Lex only wants Chloe right now because she’s ‘here’… stuck with him as her only company. I truly believe that he would probably react the same way to ANY halfway attractive woman he happened to be stuck with in this high-pressure (and equal parts boring) situation.

*snort* Lex is probably lucky that Lionel didn’t have it in mind to have Lois Lane as a daughter-in-law. Otherwise Lex would probably be contemplating all the ‘what if’ possibilities with Lois… which would make it a LOT harder to extricate himself from once he finally makes it out of this room. Chloe is used to treating rejection with tact, but Lois is NOT the type of person who accepts rejection gracefully.

*snort* Lionel is EVIL! He really pulled out all the stops in making sure Chloe and Lex would be as intellectually starved as possible. So much that they would get desperate for ANY kind of stimulation to stave off the boredom. EVIIIILLL!

Heh, I also heard a definite drawling innuendo filled tone when he spoke. I am definitely sure that Lex only wants to seduce Chloe because he’s BORED and restless. Who can blame him? He’s probably NEVER been stuck with absolutely ‘nothing’ to occupy his thoughts and actions before.

*phew* It was actually a relief to see them go back to insulting, arguing and snarking at each other to get their restlessness satisfied. It’s MUCH safer than trying to get stimulated by jumping each other.

heh, it’s comforting to know that Lark isn’t getting a pervy thrill out of spying on the two captives. He seems distinctly uncomfortable, and would probably freak if Lionel DID tell him to spy on sexual activities… probably ordering him to take notes and observations through the whole way… ewwww!

I’m glad to see Lark giving a reality check to Lionel about how ‘thoughtless, casual sex’ does NOT make a relationship. Heh, Lionel still seems optimistic though. I wonder if he has any other plans in mind after getting Chloe and Lex in bed together.

Does he have plans to get Chloe pregnant? That would explain the lack of condoms.

*giggle* The Poker Playing interlude was quite cute. It was nice to see Lex and Chloe toning down the sexual tension a ‘little’ bit. Of course, we all know it was just the calm before the storm :P

heh, it’s quite typical of Lex to play so hard to win, but then return all the winnings back to Chloe. We all know that the money was never important… it was just the exulted feeling he got from victory that drove him to keep taking Chloe’s money. LOL!

This was a very interesting question. I didn’t really care about Chloe’s answer… I was pretty sure she was going to say no. But I WAS curious about what inspired Lex is ask this question. Why was it any of his concern?

Ahhhh! Now we see why he wanted to know. He was concerned about the Chlark-factor because LANA was concerned.

Hmph! Is it really any wonder that Lex would not be able to fathom unselfish love? His experience has taught him that no one would give anything (even love) without wanting something of equal (or even higher) value in return.

But I would at least thing that he would want loyalty from the person he’s wooing. Heh, but then again, it seems like he’s not willing to give loyalty in return… look at how he’s getting ready to put aside any consideration for Lana to have a quickie with his fellow captive.

Unfaithful bastard! At least Chloe is feeling considerable amounts of guilt about jumping a man who had pledged himself to another woman.

Wow! I REALLY enjoyed hearing about Lex accounting for his past. It was really insightful, interesting, and it made me appreciate all over again how LUCKY Lex is to be alive despite his youthful self-destructive tendencies. There could have been SO many ways he should have died, but he somehow managed to keep himself alive. I guess his survival instincts might be a little stronger and more finely tuned than one might imagine.

I LOVED this part. It’s really so characteristic of Lex that he would go through the pain, humiliation, torture and sheer effort of detoxing JUST to spite his father. I think part of it might have been to prove his own self-worth to himself, but I’m sure the only thing that kept him going through the miserable feverish, hot, long nights was the snide, scoffing expression on Lionel’s’ face.

heh, provided he doesn’t go into too much detail about how much he vomited or hallucinated during detox, it WOULD be a clever way to get some good publicity for Lex.

Well, it’s good to see that he DOES appreciate her beyond being the ‘only available woman’ right now. I still think most of the lust he’s feeling is coming from sharing close intimate quarters with an attractive (and tantalizingly forbidden) female… but Chloe’s personality seems to add on another appreciative edge to his lust.

LOL! I liked Lex’s observation about how Chloe doesn’t do ANYTHING by half-intensity. How she even emphasizes when she’s fitfully tossing herself in her sleep. Nice bit of insight there.

Heh, well it’s quite obvious what she was dreaming about. She’s still in her haze while she’s smiling dreamily at Lex.
Hmmm, was she imagining romance and connection in the dream too? Or was it pure intense physical pleasure?

mmm, sexy! And, although I think sex is a HUGE mistake for them right now, my anxieties were slightly mollified by seeing how Lex was willing to give Chloe pleasure first before satisfying his own.

Oh, and by the way. HOT!

I was VERY impressed by how sweet, considerate and generous Lex was being right now. He’s just given Chloe an intense orgasm, but he’s not putting ANY pressure on her whatsoever to ‘return the favour’. He seems completely unconcerned about himself. That is very sweet of him.

It was also good to see them get a (momentary) reality check about how this whole thing was/is a mistake that could have huge horrible consequences later. Hmph… not that THAT knowledge is going to stop them.

Still… MISTAKE, mistake, MISTAKE!!! But I can see how this happened. I can see that ALL of Chloe’s emotions (lust, homesickness, fear, despair) came together to overwhelm her, and she needed the ‘escape’ provided by some casual (albeit passionate and intense) sex.

And can we really blame Lex for giving Chloe was she was asking for so desperately? Sure we can! Bastard!

I would think a man jaded and used to casual sexual liaisons would realize the importance of discretion when discretion is required… Not to mention the importance of abstaining when a CONDOM is NOT AVAILABLE!!!!

Idiot!

Sheeesh! It’s not even the morning after, and already things are horrible and awkward between them. This is going to make the rest of their time in captivity absolute HELL! And of course, what are they going to do when the awkwardness gets too much to bear? They’ll just try to distract themselves with sex again! *snort* such, stupid, STUPID people!

I would be SO tempted to go into a rant about condoms and safe sex… but let’s just say I’m VERY angry, VERY disappointed in them, and it would serve them right if they ended up pregnant and diseased.

Does Lionel really think that a couple of regrettable sexual encounters is going to get Chloe and Lex together? He’d better have another phase of the plan in mind.

All very valid points SE. Spot on :) and Lionel is a magnificant bastard isn't he?

somethingeasy

30th May 2007, 15:37

All very valid points SE. Spot on :) and Lionel is a magnificant bastard isn't he?

LOL! I'm glad to see that Kimbo is not going to get the characters confused by having them start acting 'lovey-dovey and mushy' right after they have 'made love'. So I take it that Lionel DOES have another layer/level to his plan that he plans to implement once Lex and Chloe have 'done the horizontal nasty'. I can't wait to find out what it is.

Don't tell me his plan was to get Choe pregnant??!!! Even though he IS capable of that level of evil, surely he would know that getting Chloe pregnant does not ensure getting her as a daughter-in-law? With certain women that might be true, but Chloe would sooner turn up her nose at any Luthor offers with a disdainful sniff saying 'My body, my pregnancy, MY CHILD!'

Please update soon.

toryjhay

30th May 2007, 19:59

that certainly was interesting...i knew chloe would stubborn about everything but i also expected lex to act the same way. i really am surprised that he took everything in stride and actually allowed chloe to act like THE KISS was a mistake, yay for personal growth! and lionel, i just enjoy your lionel, so much better than the SV lionel (i hate the fact that on the show he seems to care more for clark than his own son grrr...). they had sex, it was certainly unexpected, their reaction, not so much. i just loved the way that they both knew they were just lying to themselves. i do have to agree with somethingeasy, my first coherent thought was 'they didn't use protection!'

loved the update and desperately hoping for more!!!!:D

Impress

31st May 2007, 00:32

I want to see the morning after. Or how they handle things between them when the are freed.

hfce

31st May 2007, 01:01

Oh this was good. I want more. :)

dagney

31st May 2007, 02:05

:rules: The line, This won't happen again. LOL They both know otherwise. Enjoyed the update and it was worth waiting for. Dagney

sj_norman

5th June 2007, 05:22

I just read this story and i luv it. Please update soon.

xxasaxx

19th June 2007, 00:31

update soonish???:omg:

SVfan1286

19th June 2007, 17:21

I love this fantastic story, can't wait to read what happens the morning after.
Please update again soon!

Maha

8th August 2007, 18:33

I love this story! Hope there's gonna be an update soon...

dagney

12th August 2007, 16:16

Yooohoooo Your loyal fans are waiting for an update. Dagney

malugargula

12th August 2007, 22:07

Please please please update soon
:)
What a hot chapter
;)

kimbo

8th September 2007, 18:03

Well its been forever since I last updated this fic. Thanks for all he feedback. I appreciate it. Here’s this part. Enjoy!

Chapter Seven

10 days left

If Chloe could make a list of impossible things to occur, her fucking Lex Luthor would be right on the top of that list. She had woken up alone, the covers tucked gently around her still naked form. She felt herself blush from head to toe as thoughts of the previous night floated through her mind. She felt embarrassed how desperate she felt. How much she wanted to lose herself inside of him, if only for a moment.

She turned on her side, blushing with frown at the slight stickiness she felt between her legs.

They hadn’t used a condom.

Not that there were any around to use. Not that there would be because who would actually have sex with the person they’re being held captive with. It was unbelievable, although when Lex Luthor was involved, anything was possible.

But still, her stomach churned with anxiety at the possible consequences of their actions.

But of course she couldn’t think on that now. No, she had to think on a way of getting out of this place alive. She pulled back the sheets, and slid out of bed, trying in vain to ignore the whispers in her hand telling her that she was never going to get out of this prison.

She showered and dressed, doing both slowly. Anything to stall the inevitable situation of facing Lex. Squaring her shoulders, she quietly and slowly exited the bathroom. She paused at the entrance of the small living room, as she spotted him.

He stood, with his back to her, lifting his arm up to open the cupboard. She too her time observing him, noting to herself how good he looked dressed in a simple t-shirt and sweat pants. She admired the way his back muscles bunched as he moved. She frowned to herself wondering why the hell she was thinking this.

She shook her head and cleared her throat, watching the way he suddenly tensed.

“Good morning.” She greeted.

Lex turned to face her, his expression calm and unreadable. “Its actually good afternoon,” he corrected. “It’s twelve thirty.”

“Oh,” Was all she said. “Sorry.” she apologized for reasons unknown.

He waved his hand. “You were obviously exhausted.” he commented, and she felt her stomach clench from embarrassment. They both knew why she was so exhausted.

Silence passed between the two of them before he spoke again.

“Are you hungry?” He asked and she shook her head, the thought of eating not very appealing to her.

“Coffee?” she asked, and he pushed the mug he held toward her, standing up to poor his own cup.

She slid into the seat in front of her, and lifted the mug, taking a slow sip.

Lex turned, cup in hand, watching her before sliding in the seat across from her. He cleared his throat and she looked up from her coffee.

“Chloe,” He started slowly, hesitantly. “Last night-” He trailed off and she braced herself as he tried to find the right words. “last night-”

“Was a mistake.” she cut in.

He nodded, something close to relief and something she couldn’t identify flashed in his eyes.

“I took advantage of you.”

Her eyebrow raised, and she was glad for the familiar pang of annoyance she felt because of something he said. “Took advantage of me?” she repeated.

Lex nodded. “Last night you were in a vulnerable state and I-” He trailed off as she glared at him. “What?” he sighed.

She shook her head. “Do I look like the type of person who’d let someone take advantage of me?” She asked, crossing her arms in front of her chest.

“Well no.” Lex answered simply. “But last night-”

“Was solace.” she cut in. “Nothing else. I was hurt and sad. I wanted comfort and you gave it to me. Now lets just forget about it and not mention it again okay?”

His expression shuttered and he nodded. “Fine.” He said, turning away.

Chloe stared at his back, wondering why she was suddenly filled with a nice dose of regret. She stood up, grabbing her coffee as she went. “Fine.” She muttered. She stood up and made her way away from the kitchen, away from Lex and his sudden coldness.

***********

Chloe didn’t know why she felt that way, but she was pretty sure she’d said something wrong. Sometimes, talking to Lex was like walking through a field full of landmines, one being unsure of where to step for fear of exploding.

Chloe didn’t have those fears. She had no problem with telling Lex how she felt. Especially when he pissed her off. It was one of her special gifts. She smiled to herself, the smile instantly fading as she glanced over at Lex.

Was he trying to be polite and she just ruined it? More importantly, just why did she care? He had been wrong when he assumed he’d taken advantage of her, like she was Lana. She frowned at that thought. No. She was no Lana and now she really didn’t care if he was angry at her or not.

She glanced over in his direction, frowning when she noticed him still sitting there reading a book and ignoring her. It had been three hours and she was becoming terribly bored. She sighed to herself as she remembered her rule of not pissing off the person you were being held captive with.

“Lex.”

He ignored her by turning the page of the book he read.

She sighed even louder and rolled her eyes. “Lex?”

“Incase you haven’t noticed,” He commented slowly. “I am ignoring your mere presence.”

“Not ignoring it now,” she said. “Seeing how you’ve just spoke to me.”

He didn’t respond, only turned to the next page.

“You can’t ignore me forever.” She said with a frown. “I can make you talk to me.”

He snorted at that. “I’d like to see you try that.”

She smiled triumphantly. “See, that wasn’t hard.”

He shot her a glare, not bothering to keep the amusement from them. “Chloe-”

“Oh come on,” she said. “I don’t even know why you’re angry.”

He raised an eyebrow at her.

“Okay so maybe I do, but that’s no reason not to talk to me. You can’t not speak to the only person who you’ll probably be around for a very long time, it’s weird.”

Lex frowned at that. “What makes you think we won’t get out of here tomorrow?”

She rolled her eyes. “Oh I don’t know, maybe fact that we’ve been here for over two weeks now?”

He frowned at her.

She sighed and changed the subject. “Lets play a game.”

***********

“Tell me why I agreed to this again?” He asked as she tied one of his socks around his eyes as a blindfold.

“Because I hounded you and hounded you until you gave in.”

“Oh right.” He murmured. His hands raised up to his covered eyes. “Do you have to pull it so tight?”

“Such a baby.” She muttered and pulled it even tighter. “Of course I do,” she answered. “I know how you Luthors love to cheat at anything and everything.”

Lex smirked. “You finally have it right.”

“I always had it right.” She waved her hand in front of his face. “How many fingers am I holding up?”

“Knowing you its probably the middle finger.”

She smiled.

“So how do we play this game?” he asked. “and does it involve embarrassment?”

She paused with wide eyes. “You’ve never played blind man’s bluff before?”

He pursed his lips. “Judging from the surprise I hear in your tone I’d say it was a normal children’s game? So, no I’ve never played it before.”

She sighed shaking her head. “I’m sorry to tell you this, but you’ve been deprived.” She placed her hands on his shoulders and begin to push, indicating that he turn. “Its easy,” She explained as she slowly turned him in circles. “Its better with more than two people, but unfortunately-” She trailed off, and pushed him toward the kitchen. “You have to find me.”

Lex paused. “Find you blindfolded?”

She rolled her eyes at his exasperated tone. “Yes.” She placed her hands over her mouth as he turned in the direction of her voice.

She watched as he held his arms out in front of him as he slowly made his way toward her. She quietly tiptoed in the other direction, holding in her giggle as he stumbled over the small table. She watched the way his brow furrowed in obvious frustration. He stood up and turned, this time bumping into the couch. She laughed out loud this time.

Lex’s head turned in the direction of her laughter, and she could tell by the deep frown on his lips that he was getting annoyed. “I think you just did this to embarrass me.”

Chloe was surprised at the petulant tone of voice. “Why Lex I think this game has turned you into a child.” She commented, narrowly moving out of the way as he came barreling toward her. This time he hit the wall, she didn’t bother to hold in her laughs. She laughed harder and screeched when he reached out and grasped her shoulder, back up when he got a good grasp of her.

The back of her legs hit the bed and she fell backwards. Lex followed, tumbling forward, he nearly knocked the air out of her had she not placed her hands onto his chest, stopping him from squishing her.

Still, she giggled. The image of Lex, usually so graceful and coordinated, bumbling around like a fool.

Lex ripped the sock off of his eyes, a deep frown on his face. “You did that on purpose.” He said, and she nodded.

“You’re right.” She giggled at the glare he gave her. “You wouldn’t be glaring if you could see how you stumbled all over the place.”

Lex stared down at her for a long moment until he to gave into her infectious laughter.

Chloe laughed harder as he smiled wide, his eyes crinkling at the sides. Her laughter slow died the longer she stared up at him. She smiled as she realized this was the first time she’s seen an actual happy smile on Lex’s face. She knew it should bother her the way his smile made her stomach clench with a feeling she couldn’t identify, but she couldn’t care less at that moment.

“You should do that more often.” She commented softly.

“What’s that?” He asked, still smiling.

“Smile more. Its looks good on you. You’re twenty seven years old and you’re the most bitter person I know.”

He laughed softly. “You need to learn how to compliment someone without offending them.”

She shrugged. “Sorry,” She murmured. “Its my duty to insult you at least twice a day.”

“Ah,” He said softly. “I see now.”

She gasped in surprise when he shifted slightly, settling himself fully on top of her.

“So,” he said, “What do I get for finding you?”

She watched as his eyes darkened, and her stomach tingled. He was doing that thing with his voice again. The thing where his words came out all soft, slipping and sliding all over places inside Chloe, conjuring feelings she’d rather retreat from.

“Uh-”

Immediately his eyes seemed to melt, darkening and signaling all types of trouble. She had to flee. She had to push him off of her and run into the place she loved hiding the most: the bathroom.

Of course she couldn’t move. Of course she was frozen, staring up at Lex, whose lips she remembered kissing that sensitive spot behind her ear just last night.

She was doomed.

****

He was doing it again. Crossing that line that he had vowed not to cross ever again. The first feel of Chloe’s breast pressed up against his chest was too much. He wanted her.

Again.

He couldn’t help himself. Well, he could, but he honestly didn’t want to help himself. He knew he should be a little annoyed at how she had set him up. Just a little bit angry that she’d laughed at him. No one laughed at him and got away with it.

Of course he couldn’t find it in himself to get angry at her, because she was smiling and laughing with him and honestly that was a whole lot better than having a nervous breakdown because he knew he couldn’t handle another one of those from her again.

He didn’t bother to hold in his own gasp as she shifted below him, his body sliding between her legs as she did. All logical thoughts flew from his mind, and all he could think about how good her lips felt against his own. How hot and tight she felt as he slid inside of her the night before.

He was definitely lost.

********

Chloe was frozen. She couldn’t move. She could only stare up at Lex as his eyes slowly slid toward her lips. Did she just do that? Did she just open her legs, silently inviting him to take what he so obviously wanted?

“Chloe,” he said very softly. “I’m going to kiss you now, alright?”

She blinked and blinked again. She shook her head no, cursing her mouth’s ability to not function in accordance to her brain. “Okay.”

As soon as his lips touched her own, it was as if a supernova went off behind her eyes. She wasted no time in opening her mouth, inviting his hot tongue to slide against her own.

Her arms slid around his neck and she pulled him closer, smiling at his groan of surprise as she sucked his tongue into her mouth.

Lex had an exquisite mouth, Chloe decided. He knew exactly how to move his tongue against her own. He seemed to exactly know what she wanted. He pulled away with a gasp, panting hard against her mouth.

“Too many clothes on.” He breathed against her mouth before leaning down to kiss her neck.

She arched against him, her hands gripping his shoulders as he sucked her throat. “Me or you?” she gasped out.

Lex answered her by sitting up and pulling his t-shirt over his head.

Chloe slowly pulled herself up onto her elbows, to watch him. Her eyes slid up and down his chest before sliding down between his legs. She could see the outline of his hard cock through his sweats. She bit her lip as she reached out, running one finger over the hard flesh. She smiled at his hard intake of breath. Even through the material of the sweats she could feel how hot he was. She flattened her whole palm against him, looking up with awe as he hissed and bowed from pleasure.

“Chloe-” He breathed through clenched teeth.

Her insides flooded with desire and she could feel the wetness increase between her legs. “Too many clothes.” She agreed quietly.

*******

Their second time was nothing like the first. There was no feeling of desperation. No need to rush. There was just a slow slide up and down as she rode his cock. Her back arched on every downslide. His hands squeezed her waist as she leaned forward, her nails digging into his chest as she picked up her pace.

“Oh, fuck.” She whispered, her eyes sliding open to stare down at Lex, who stared up at her, his face contorted from pleasure.

If it was even possible, she felt herself grow even more wet from the groans slipping from his mouth. The knowledge that she was pulling those type of sounds from Lex made her insides twist with an indescribable feeling.

“Oh fuck,” she gasped as she felt his thumb rub up against her clit. “Oh fuck oh fuck!” She leaned forward, her body stilling its movements as she felt herself come. She slumped forward, and it wasn’t until she felt Lex grip her hips and start to thrust his hips in earnest that she realized he hadn’t come yet.

She knew she should feel embarrassed at the amount of wetness she felt dripping down her leg, but she couldn’t, Too surprised at the fact that she was about to come again. She bit her lip as she felt his cock hit that deep spot inside of her.

His hands gripped her ass as he thrust harder, the new angle making him go even deeper.

Chloe groaned as she suddenly felt his warmth gush inside of her, her hips moved against his own as she came for a second time.

She slumped forward on top of him as they both fought to catch their breath. She stiffened as she felt his arm slide around her waist. She pulled away, crawling onto her side of the bed, she buried her face into her pillows.

*********

Lex stared at Chloe's back which was glistening with sweat. He reached out and ran his fingers across her soft skin, sighing to himself when she stiffened.

“Chloe-”

“This is so wrong.” She murmured sleepily, her voice muffled by the pillows.

“It was solace.” He deadpanned and she turned to look at him, a glare on her face.

“Incase you’ve forgotten, you have a girlfriend.”

He nodded solemnly. “I hope you’ve remembered as well.”

“You’re an asshole!” She snarled and he rolled his eyes.

“And you’re overdramatic.” He said very softly.

He moved closer toward her, until his skin was flush up against his own. “Listen,” He said softly. “Last night, you declared we wouldn’t do this again-”

“I meant it.” She cut in lamely.

His eyes shone amusement. “I agreed with you Chloe, but we both know it was a lie.”

She didn’t say anything, only looked away from him.

He touched her face. “I know I want you.” He admitted. “More than I’ve probably wanted anything.”

Chloe looked away from him again, her face flushing in sudden embarrassment. This was probably the most bizarre thing to ever happen to her. “I still don’t like you.” She muttered.

He smirked. “I’ve come to learn that liking and wanting are too different things.”

She was quiet for a long moment. “This is so wrong.”

Lex leaned over to capture her lips with his own. “Tell me about it.” He whispered against her mouth as they both fell back onto the pillows.

TBC

Kit Merlot

8th September 2007, 18:29

This was quite an intense update.

Lex and Chloe want each other, but at the same time, they don't want to want each other--even though they are obviously perfect for each other.

The smutty scene was just wonderful--I liked that you had Lex slightly resentful that Chloe was laughing at him, but then he laughed as well, and Chloe had to go and notice how good he looked when he smiles.

I do think it is interesting that Chloe is more worried about their not using condoms then Lex is.

Continued excellent work on this fic;)

michelle_19781997

8th September 2007, 19:17

Excellent chapter. I can't wait for more.

lj715

8th September 2007, 21:04

Omg, so glad you updated this. I almost forgot how good it is or how much I love it. Can't wait for more.

toryjhay

8th September 2007, 21:06

yep, those two are goners! and i can hardly wait for what's coming next. this chapter was intense with a touch of amusement. those games that chloe encouraged to lex to participate in was vastly amusing. chloe is just so lighthearted that she seemed to be the perfect cure for lex luthor. i can't wait for more!!!!!

xxasaxx

8th September 2007, 21:21

thanks for the update...can't wait for more;)

Krysia

8th September 2007, 21:49

So since they are so much in denial right now I would imagine that it will only get worse once they become free. Does that mean that Chloe will get pregnant in order for them to admit how much they are perfect for eachother? :yeahbaby:

kimmie

8th September 2007, 22:59

OMG!!! Love it Love it Love it. Please please please don't take as long with the next update, i am so addicted!!!

-K-

malugargula

8th September 2007, 23:22

I`m here to ask for more soon
;)

jadewoe

9th September 2007, 03:19

more soon! Interesting

hfce

9th September 2007, 04:39

Those two are stubborn mules. Wake up you want it and will continue to want it and each other. :rofl: I love how they made love again and it will happen again Chloe. :D

westwingwolf

9th September 2007, 05:20

Yay more smut between them but that no condom thing is going to coe back and bite them in the ass.

Great game for them to play and to get Lex smiling.

Good for Lex to convince her that they should do this because they want it and who cares if it's wrong. Eventually, Chloe and Lex (if Lex doesn't really already think so) will see that it is right for them and won't care what anyone else thinks.

Linda

9th September 2007, 10:27

Wow, amazing story.
Lionel and Lex are so alike, they both would do anything to get what they want.
I like the way that you are tentatively developing the relationship between Lex and Chloe. They both know what they want (each other). They are both shocked and stunned by this realisation but can't help it! I just hope that by the time they are released they will not try to pretend that there is nothing between them and that the feelings they are developing turn into more than want and lust!

SVfan1286

11th September 2007, 02:34

Yay, another amazing chapter!
I really love the growing relationship between Lex and Chloe, and the smut was fantastic. I dying to know what happen's when they are both back in the real world and how they deal with Clark and Lana!
I have a feeling that a pregnancy could happen in the not so far future.

Please update again soon! I love this story!

kirt30

11th September 2007, 22:42

more please lots more

dagney

12th September 2007, 02:19

Fab update. This story keeps getting better and better. I love this softer side of lex. Dagney

somethingeasy

16th September 2007, 14:55

Heh, I got distracted by Kimbo’s ‘Disappearing Acts’ fic, and I kind of ‘forgot’ about this one. But, having a chance to read through this new chapter… filled with new complications and more angst than ever before, I have to admit that I’ve once again become addicted to THIS fic as well as Kimbo’s other masterpiece. Now I have two fics that I have to keep nagging at her to complete. Nice work, Kimbo :P

They hadn’t used a condom.

Not that there were any around to use. Not that there would be because who would actually have sex with the person they’re being held captive with. It was unbelievable, although when Lex Luthor was involved, anything was possible.

But still, her stomach churned with anxiety at the possible consequences of their actions.

Oh that evil, EVIL man Lionel! He KNEW that, once stuck together for an indefinite amount of time, Lex and Chloe would turn to each other for solace and escape from their current circumstances. AND he made it a point to NOT provide any means of safe-sex between them, hoping to get Chloe pregnant? That EVIL man!

But surely he knows that a relationship that has been formed under such circumstances would probably break apart the moment the two of them have a chance to separate from each other?

“Chloe,” He started slowly, hesitantly. “Last night-” He trailed off and she braced herself as he tried to find the right words. “last night-”

“Was a mistake.” she cut in.

He nodded, something close to relief and something she couldn’t identify flashed in his eyes.

HA! Like I mentioned. Lex is actually ‘relieved’ that Chloe is not insisting that this is the beginning of ‘something deep, meaningful and wonderful’ between the two of them. He knows, as well as Chloe, that last night was just sex brought on by extenuating circumstances, and he doesn’t believe it’s going to last a moment beyond their freedom.

“I took advantage of you.”

Her eyebrow raised, and she was glad for the familiar pang of annoyance she felt because of something he said. “Took advantage of me?” she repeated.

Lex nodded. “Last night you were in a vulnerable state and I-” He trailed off as she glared at him. “What?” he sighed.

She shook her head. “Do I look like the type of person who’d let someone take advantage of me?” She asked, crossing her arms in front of her chest.

Heh, Lex has become too used to dealing with whiny princesses who fancy themselves to be used and abused victims under any and all circumstances. It’s good to see that Chloe is standing up for herself, and making it clear that she is NOT a victim over here.

His expression shuttered and he nodded. “Fine.” He said, turning away.

Chloe stared at his back, wondering why she was suddenly filled with a nice dose of regret. She stood up, grabbing her coffee as she went. “Fine.” She muttered, standing up and made her way away from the kitchen, away from Lex and his sudden coldness.

I find it interesting, and a little puzzling about why Lex responded to Chloe’s statement with such coldness. He seemed relieved when she acknowledged that it was a mistakes… so why would be want this mistake to be continued? Why grow so cold when Chloe said it would never happen again? Is he really THAT desperate for sex that he would be willing to repeat it, even though both people acknowledged that it had not been a good idea in the first place?

Chloe didn’t know why she felt that way, but she was pretty sure she’d said something wrong. Sometimes, talking to Lex was like walking through a field full of landmines, one being unsure of where to step for fear of exploding.

I love this assessment of Lex’s character. It IS true that a person needs to be very careful while dealing with him. He has ‘handle with care’ written all over him.

“You can’t ignore me forever.” She said with a frown. “I can make you talk to me.”

He snorted at that. “I’d like to see you try that.”

She smiled triumphantly. “See, that wasn’t hard.”

He shot her a glare, not bothering to keep the amusement from them. “Chloe-”

LOL! They are so cute when they’re engaging in simple banter… Granted, the sex is hot, but it only complicates things between them, and makes the situation more awkward.

“Oh come on,” she said. “I don’t even know why you’re angry.”

He raised an eyebrow at her.

“Okay so maybe I do, but that’s no reason not to talk to me. You can’t not speak to the only person who you’ll probably be around for a very long time, it’s weird.”

well, if Chloe knows why he’s so mad at her, she should explain it, because I’m still a little puzzled.

“Tell me why I agreed to this again?” He asked as she tied one of his socks around his eyes as a blindfold.

“Because I hounded you and hounded you until you gave in.”

ROTFLMAO! Who would’ve figured that Lex was so susceptible to nagging. But then again, he doesn’t have any way to get AWAY from the nagging now, does he? LOL!

“I always had it right.” She waved her hand in front of his face. “How many fingers am I holding up?”

“Knowing you its probably the middle finger.”

ROTFLMAO! Lovely, hilarious! I love how his sense of humour comes out as a delightful surprise every so often.

She watched as he held his arms out in front of him as he slowly made his way toward her. She quietly tiptoed in the other direction, holding in her giggle as he stumbled over the small table. She watched the way his brow furrowed in obvious frustration. He stood up and turned, this time bumping into the cough. She laughed out loud this time.

Lex’s head turned in the direction of her laughter, and she could tell by the deep frown on his lips that he was getting annoyed. “I think you just did this to embarrass me.”

ROTFLMAO! I was delighted by Chloe’s choice for games to play with Lex. He is probably used to wearing blindfolds for ‘other’ kinds of games, so it’s great how he’s been introduced to something so innocent, and yet completely out of his range of experience. And it DOES probably do him some good to be embarrassed.

LOL! I do hope Lionel keeps a tape of this for posterity. Perhaps he can present it to the Chlex couple on their wedding day? ROTFLOL!

The back of her legs hit the bed and she fell backwards. Lex followed, tumbling forward, he nearly knocked the air out of her had she not placed her hands onto his chest, stopping him from squishing her.

Still, she giggled. The image of Lex, usually so graceful and coordinated, bumbling around like a fool.

I bet it WAS lovely and hilarious to see Lex lose a little of the intimidating, sophisticated poise that he usually carries around with him everywhere. But he caught onto the game really quick, and he was absolutely fearless when he was presented with the chances to catch Chloe. He ‘rushed’ right towards the source of the sound, completely unmindful of all obstacles in his path. That was a very Luthor-style way of playing blind man’s bluff :D Excellent writing, Kimbo!

“You should do that more often.” She commented softly.

“What’s that?” He asked, still smiling.

“Smile more. Its looks good on you. You’re twenty seven years old and you’re the most bitter person I know.”

He laughed softly. “You need to learn how to compliment someone without offending them.”

She shrugged. “Sorry,” She murmured. “Its my duty to insult you at least twice a day.”

“Ah,” He said softly. “I see now.”

This was a lovely, beautiful part. I could see them genuinely connecting with each other, and it was wonderful to behold. It’s happening slowly, but they ARE gaining some genuine affection for each other. But it’s such a delicate beginning, and it would take very little to tear them apart again. Let’s hope they don’t screw things up.

She gasped in surprise when he shifted slightly, settling himself fully on top of her.

“So,” he said, “What do I get for finding you?”

She watched as his eyes darkened, and her stomach tingled. He was doing that thing with his voice again. The thing where his words came out all soft, slipping and sliding all over places inside Chloe, conjuring feelings she’d rather retreat from.

Uh oh! Now this is what I meant by ‘screwing things up’ between them. The sex is great… it’s electrically, sparking hot, but it still makes things awkward, complicated and difficult between them. And in the end, they’re only going to dismiss any attraction between them as simple lust and sex. What a pity.

He was doing it again. Crossing that line that he had vowed not to cross ever again. The first feel of Chloe’s breast pressed up against his was too much. He wanted her.

Again.

He couldn’t help himself. Well, he could, but he honestly didn’t want to help himself. He knew he should be a little annoyed at how she had set him up. Just a little bit angry that she’d laughed at him. No one laughed at him and got away with it.

Of course he couldn’t find it in himself to get angry at her, because she was smiling and laughing with him and honestly that was a whole lot better than having a nervous breakdown because he knew he couldn’t handle another one of those from her again.

He didn’t bother to hold in his own gasp as she shifted below him, his body sliding between her legs as she did. All logical thoughts flew from his mind, and all he could think about how good her lips felt against his own. How hot and tight she felt as he slid inside of her the night before.

He was definitely lost.

I loved and really appreciated this part. It rather seemed like Lex was actually seducing Chloe into having sex with him because she was just a ‘convenient body’. But I can see that he’s genuinely attracted to the person she is… to her smile, wit and personality as well as her curves and warmth.

AND it really helps to know that he’s not carrying out some seduction that he had planned in advance from this morning, but that he’s actually acting against his better judgement… pretty much the same way Chloe is.

As soon as his lips touched her own, it was as if a supernova went off behind her eyes. She wasted no time in opening her mouth, inviting his hot tongue to slide against her own.

Her arms slid around his neck and she pulled him closer, smiling at his groan of surprise as she sucked his tongue into her mouth.

Wow! That was quite… something! I can see why the two of them would find it next to impossible to be able to resist from committing yet another ‘mistake’.

“Too many clothes on.” He breathed against her mouth before leaning down to kiss her neck.

She arched against him, her hands gripping his shoulders as he sucked her throat. “Me or you?” she gasped out.

LOL! It’s good to see that the teasing continues, even in the middle of what’s going to be complicating sex between them.

Chloe slowly pulled herself up onto her elbows, to watch him. Her eyes slid up and down his chest before sliding down between his legs. She could see the outline of his hard cock through his sweats. She bit her lip as she reached out, running one finger over the hard flesh. She smiled at his hard intake of breath. Even through the material of the sweats she could feel how hot he was. She flattened her whole palm against him, looking up with awe as he hissed and bowed from pleasure.

LOVED this part. I really enjoyed how Lex seemed overwhelmed by Chloe’s touch and exploration. How he kept reacting to her every move and action. It truly shows how incredibly irresistible he finds her. Heh, a far cry from any reaction that Lana is able to get out of Lex, I’m sure.

Their second time was nothing like the first. There was no feeling of desperation. No need to rush. There was just a slow slide up and down as she rode his cock. Her back arched on every downslide. His hands squeezed her waist as she leaned forward, her nails digging into his chest as she picked up her pace.

Beautiful, and sincerely HOT! I loved that this time Chloe used the dominant ‘on top’ position. If they’re going to have ‘we shouldn’t have done this’ sex, she might as well have the chance to take charge too.

If it was even possible, she felt herself grow even more wet from the groans slipping from his mouth. The knowledge that she was pulling those type of sounds from Lex made her insides twist with an indescribable feeling.

I understand Chloe’s reaction completely. I cannot imagine how intoxicating it must be to get such reactions from the normally stoic and controlled Lex Luthor. It must be a huge thrill to Chloe’s ego.

“Oh fuck,” she gasped as she felt his thumb rub up against her clit. “Oh fuck oh fuck!” She leaned forward, her body stilling its movements as she felt herself come. She slumped forward, and it wasn’t until she felt Lex grip her hips and start to thrust his hips in earnest that she realized he hadn’t come yet.

She knew she should feel embarrassed at the amount of wetness she felt dripping down her leg, but she couldn’t, Too surprised at the fact that she was about to come again. She bit her lip as she felt his cock hit that deep spot inside of her.

His hands gripped her ass as he thrust harder, the new angle making him go even deeper.

Chloe groaned as she suddenly felt his warmth gush inside of her, her hips moved against his own as she came for a second time.

Hot, hot, HOT! Kimbo, I still think the sex between them at this time was a mistake that they are making… but damn! That was good! Your smut writing is incredible, and I loved how overwhelming you make your characters out to be during such encounters. They know it’s stupid and irresponsible, but the audience can understand why they keep indulging despite common sense dicating it’s a bad idea.

“Incase you’ve forgotten, you have a girlfriend.”

He nodded solemnly. “I hope you’ve remembered as well.”

“You’re an asshole!” She snarled and he rolled his eyes.

“And you’re overdramatic.” He said very softly.

Jerk! They are having sex! They are using no protection! They are cheating on their significant others! This is wrong and stupid on so many levels, and he has the nerve to say she’s being melodramatic!

They have not even discussed the birth control yet!!!

He moved closer toward her, until his skin was flush up against his own. “Listen,” He said softly. “Last night you declared we wouldn’t do this again-”

“I meant it.” She cut in lamely.

His eyes shone amusement. “I agreed with you Chloe, but we both know it was a lie.”

Arrogant, stupid, short-sighted presumptuous bastard!

He touched her face. “I know I want you.” He admitted. “More than I’ve probably wanted anything.”

*disdainful snort* considering the choices in female companions he’s been surrounding himself with… that’s really not saying much :P

Chloe looked away from him again, her face flushing in sudden embarrassment. This was probably the most bizarre thing to ever happen to her. “I still don’t like you.” She muttered.

He smirked. “I’ve come to learn that liking and wanting are too different things.”

She was quiet for a long moment. “This is so wrong.”

Lex leaned over to capture her lips with his own. “Tell me about it.” He whispered against her mouth as they both fell back onto the pillows.

Pffft! It’s wrong, stupid, irresponsible and so many other things that are going to come and bite them in the ass later. But I can see why the two of them would find it so difficult to say ‘no’ to what the other is offering. But Lex is being far too casual and cavalier about the lack of condoms and birth control… I guess he assumes that Chloe is on the Pill, but I get the feeling that she’s actually NOT. And how is Lex going to react once he knows that there’s a chance that she might be getting pregnant after these multiple ‘mistakes’ the two of them are committing?

I look forward to seeing the next update to this fic. AND ‘Disappearing Acts’… How is that one coming along anyway?

kimbo

17th October 2007, 05:05

Chapter Eight

5 days left

“So how is the lovely couple faring?”

Lark snorted. “I wouldn’t know. I haven’t turned on the monitor since they started sexing each other up.”

Lionel chuckled slightly. “Surely you’ve checked up on them.”

“No. No way. Hell no. There is no way I want to see your son’s naked ass again.”

Lionel smiled and Lark frowned.

“I can see your malicious smile over the phone Lionel.”

“Oh, cheer up Lark. Its only five days left.”

“You do realize just because they’re fucking now doesn’t mean they’re going to be together after I release them.”

Lionel sighed. “I’m well aware of the consequences of releasing them.”

Lark sighed. “Whatever you say Lionel. Just make sure the rest of my money is in the account I specified.”

“Very well.”

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Chloe sighed as she flipped through to the next page of the planet. She glanced up as Lex slowly walked passed her. “Morning.” She greeted.

“Good morning.” He greeted back as he made his way toward the kitchen. He poured himself a cup of coffee. “What are you reading?”

“Today’s planet.” She answered nonchalantly. “It was slipped under the door this morning by Mr. Kidnapper. They’re still talking about you. The public has presumed you dead. Your father is still searching for you, and there’s still nothing in there about me.”

“Hmm,” Was all he said. He finished up his coffee and made his way toward the bathroom.

Chloe glared at him. “Don’t even think about stepping foot into that bathroom,” she said. “Its my turn to shower first. I get first dibs on the hot water Lex.”

He ignored her and slipped inside, closing the door behind him.

Chloe glared at the closed door and stood up. “Lex!” She banged on the door. “Open up! We made rules remember? Its my turn to shower first!” She opened the door as she heard the shower being turned on. “Its my turn,” she said as she quickly undressed. “We made rules dammit!” She pulled back the curtain and stepped in behind him.

Lex glanced behind his shoulder before reaching for the soap.

Annoyed at being ignored, Chloe reached around him and placed her hand on the shower head, moving it higher so the water could hit her too. “This is my hot water you’re trying to steal from me!”

She reached for the soap in his hands, but he tightened his hold.

“Let go.” She said pulling with all of her might. He let go and she stumbled backwards. The soap slipped from her hands and onto the tub floor. “You jerk.”

Lex only shrugged and reached for the shampoo.

She gasped and reached for the shampoo and snatched it out of his hands. “You don’t even use this shampoo. You don’t have hair!” She giggled as he tried to reach for the bottle again. She wrapped her hand around his neck and kissed him once before yanking the bottle from him. She smiled triumphantly with a laugh. Her laughter turned into a choked gasp as turned and kissed her.

She wrapped both arms around his neck as he maneuvered her against the shower wall. She moaned as his tongue snaked its way inside her mouth and pushed against her own.

He kissed her neck before sliding onto his knees.

She let him lift her leg and place it onto his shoulders. She watched through lowered lids as he leaned forward, his mouth wide open.

“Fuck!” She breathed as his tongue licked her from bottom to top, pausing to suck her clit into his mouth. Her hips moved around his mouth, a loud moan escaping her as his tongue swirled inside of her the way she liked. She felt herself grow even more wet and she gently yanked on his ears, indicating he stop.

He stood up and his hands slid down her body to grip her waist and he lifted her as if she weighed nothing. Her legs wrapped around his waist and he slid inside, both of them moaning as he was sheathed to the limit.

He wasted no time in thrusting his hips, moving against her at a steady pace.

Chloe crossed her feet, locking her ankles, tightening her hold on him as he increased his thrusts. “Oh yeah.” She breathed against his mouth. She pulled his head closer, kissing him hard as she felt the beginnings of her orgasm. She wasn’t surprised how fast it was happening. This angle always did it for her.

He groaned as she tightened around him, her moisture making his cock even more slick. He tightened his hold on her waist and deepened his thrusts, sucking her tongue deep into his mouth as he came.

She deepened their kiss, tightening her arms around his neck as he shuddered against her. Lex pulled away from her, kissing her neck softly once then twice, before releasing his hold on her.

He let her feet touch the tub floor once again. They stared at each other for a long moment, and Chloe had to look away, horrified at the familiar tingling she felt in her stomach.

Lex smiled down at her and kissed her forehead. “Shower’s yours.” he said. He pulled the curtain open and stepped out.

Chloe stared at the closed curtain for a moment before moving back into the spray. She tried hard, like she always did, to keep her mind off of what just transpired no more than two minutes ago. It was really hard.

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Chloe glanced up from the book she was reading and frowned as she watched Lex stare into space.

Shaking her head, she glanced back down at her book she was barely reading. She glanced over at Lex again, her frown deepening as he still sat staring into space. She picked up the pillow she leaned against and threw it at his head, giggling as he slumped forward his head hitting the table with a soft thump.

“Did you just die from boredom?” She asked, placing her book down.

Lex raised his head. “You know the causes of my dying so well.”

She smiled at him. “It’s a skill I’ve developed for the three and a half weeks we’ve been here.”

He nodded with a small smile. “The times sound so much shorter when you say it.”

Chloe smiled brightly. “Well if you’re wondering what I mean by three and a half weeks I actually mean twenty five days.”

Lex shrugged. “See? That’s not long at all.”

“Nope.” She murmured still smiling. She cleared her throat. “So what do we do to pass the time?”

His smile widened.

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“Okay,” Chloe said. “its my turn. Every time someone speaks or if I have an idea, or if something talks--anything-- I break it down into words.”

Lex raised an eyebrow at that.

She nodded. “Then I break it down into letters and I add them up.”

“It sounds complicated.” Lex commented.

She shook her head. “Not really. For example: The book is red. There’s twelve letters and four words in that sentence. Three, four, two, three. Twelve plus four equals sixteen. Sixteen is an even number and I always have to end on a prime number, So what I do is I count how many vowels there are. They’re five vowels. Five plus sixteen equals twenty one, which is a prime number; so then that means I can stop counting.”

“What if it doesn’t end in a prime number?” Lex asked.

She sighed heavily. “Then I take those numbers and add them up backwards. The last word plus the word before that; plus the word before that and on and on, until it ends in a prime number.”

Lex turned onto his side. “Wow,” He murmured. “How long have you been doing that?”

She shrugged. “Since I was ten. I mean I can control it now. Before I couldn’t. I could barely get anything done without counting the words. But, after years of therapy I discovered my OCD of letter counting just contributed to the fact that I blamed myself for my parents suffering marriage and I felt that I had no control in making it work.”

“Huh.” He said. He lied back again.

“I mean I still do it. Only when I’m nervous though. It’s soothing.”

“Wow,” He said again. “You are a freak.”

Chloe grinned. “Told you and thanks.”

He nodded. “Of course not a bigger freak than me.”

She shook her head. “No way Mr. weirdo.” She sighed. “ I did do it a lot that summer your father had me under his thumb.”

He nodded. “That’s because he’s the devil and he’s incredibly attracted to you.”

Chloe blanched. “What?”

“Its true. My father finds you highly attractive Chloe. I mean who wouldn‘t.”

She felt her cheeks heat up and she knew if she were to look in a mirror she would have rose colored cheeks. “This is the first time in history I’ve been flattered and freaked out at the same time.”

He smirked. “I aim to please.”

“Well,” She laughed. “I’m tired of playing who’s the biggest freak.”

Lex nodded. “As am I.”

She pulled the sheet up past her shoulders. “I’m going to take a nap and when I wake up maybe we can play desert island again, or have sex.”

“I like option two.” He murmured before leaning over for a small kiss, not noticing Chloe’s worried expression.

***********

She would not think on it. She wouldn’t dare. She wouldn’t think about the fact that she actually enjoyed Lex’s company; or the way he smiled at her or laughed at her jokes.

Maybe she should give herself a lobotomy.

Nope. She wouldn’t think about the fact that having sex with him was probably the best sex she has ever had in her life. Or the fact that she would grow, dare she think, warm inside whenever they played their little made up games.

She definitely needed a lobotomy.

Maybe it was the fact that she felt comfortable telling him little things about herself she’d thought she would never tell anyone. There will be no thinking on those things at all. No thinking on the fact that he makes her breakfast every morning. Or the fact that he waits for her to go to bed before retiring himself. He thinks she hasn’t yet noticed, but she had.

Of course she could just be imagining things, but the way he would look at her recently made her think otherwise. She wouldn’t even begin to think about how those looks made her feel inside.

It was all so wrong, kind of pathetic and Chloe was most definitely sure she needed a lobotomy.

As she drifted off to sleep, the last thing she felt was the familiar tingle in her stomach as his fingers entwined with her own.

*********

Lex stared down at Chloe’s sleeping face with a small smile. His smile slowly faded as he realized something.

“Oh fuck.” He whispered.

TBC

westwingwolf

17th October 2007, 06:38

I love Lex's deceptive shower trick into getting Chloe to have sex with him. And I like that they talk about weird things and she can tell him stuff she hasn't told anyone else. She is clearly falling for him and I think Lex has just realized that he's in love with her.

*pist* 21 isn't a prime number *pist* but I still thought it was a weird and interesting trait of Chloe's.

lj715

17th October 2007, 07:56

WHAT!!!!! WHat's 'Oh fuck?' I hope it isn;t anything that's going to hurt Chloe. Loved the shower smut. So glad you updated, can't wait for more.

malugargula

17th October 2007, 08:17

OMG
What did he realize???
I hope he realized that he`s falling in love with her
:)
Hot smut
Glad you updated it
Wonderful chapter

somethingeasy

17th October 2007, 09:48

I'm just about to take off for the airport right now, so I only have time for a VERY quick sentence of feedback... but it's something that HAS to be said before anyone else says it first

[SING SONG VOICE]I know why Lex said 'oh fuck'...[/SING SONG VOICE] :D

ahem... he and Chloe were just discussing about how they both have been trapped together for 3 and a half weeks, 25 days and they've been having unprotected sex...

:yeahbaby: Anyone noticed that Chloe's late for something? :devil:

hfce

17th October 2007, 15:22

somethingeasy

17th October 2007, 20:41

I bet you the oh fuck from Lex that he is realizing he is falling hard for her as well.

heh, that seems to be the most popular theory around here, but I'm going to stick by my original notion that Lex has just realized that he's spent 25 days in Chloe's company without her going through a menstrual cycle. Granted, it's only a little late, but considering the circumstances, that little delay is due cause to panic.

By the way, Kimbo, I LOVE, ADORE the way you setup the situation so that Lex is the one to experience the pregnancy scare while Chloe is still happily oblivious. I've NEVER read a fic where Lex freaks out about a 'Chloe being pregnant' possibility before Chloe has a chance to realize what might be happening to her.

I can't wait to see what happens in the next chapter. Is Lex going to keep quiet about his suspicions, but be extra solicitous, considerate, careful and sensitive around Chloe... until she just explodes and asks him why he's being so 'freakishly nice' to her? Or is the morning going to be opened with a very awkward and uncomfortable Lex Luthor trying to break the news to Chloe? LOL! Either way sounds excellent, and I can't wait to see what happens... Please update soon, Kimbo!

I also had a chance to read Disappearing Acts, and it was AMAZING! I'll be writing a proper review for that one as soon as I return home... Right now, I just borrowed a cousin's computer, and I don't want to stay on for long cause I'm not yet ready for my family to find out about my smutty Chlex fanfic addiction :P

I look really, REALLY forward to an update, Kimbo... soon?

oh, and once Chloe does turn out to be pregnant, is there going to be a whole new Chlex situation where Lex tried to woo and win her over to the idea of being the new Mrs. Luthor and hence legitimizing the new Luthor heir inside her? I wonder how Lionel would react if Chloe gets free and announces that it's HER body, her pregnancy and HER baby... and that she has no interest in becoming letting herself or the child become a part of the Luthor family. LOL! Lionel would have one hell of a hissy-fit about that... unless he's already got plans for that eventuality?

Oh PLEASE update soon... all these delicious future scenarios are making my fingers and toes tingle with excitement. NEW CHAPTER NOW!!!

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By the way, I LOVED the shower sex scene. I loved how Chloe was so peeved off at Lex, but he still managed to manipulate and trick her (so smoothly and skillfully) into a bout of shower sex with him. LOL! That sneaky bastard! I love seeing him playing Master Seduction Manipulator like this, it's just so damned fun (not to mention hot)

Kit Merlot

17th October 2007, 22:18

Awesome update!

The Chlex smut is as hot as ever, but their reaction to their growing feelings for each other makes me smile:grin3:

And with only 5 days left, what is the rest of Lionel's plan? Does he expect them to be together when they are released?

Continued fabulous work on this story.

westwingwolf

17th October 2007, 23:07

I've been wanting a pregnancy to come out of this whole deal but I didn't catch on the weeks thing that SE mentioned. I also don't want Lex staying with Chloe just because she's pregnant so I still think he does notice that he has feelings for her.

lj715

17th October 2007, 23:57

I don't understand why Lex would know Chloe is pregnant before she would? Lex keeps track of when Chloe gets her period better than she does? Explain soon please.

Kit Merlot

18th October 2007, 00:07

I don't understand why Lex would know Chloe is pregnant before she would? Lex keeps track of when Chloe gets her period better than she does? Explain soon please.

Here's the thing: considering that the majority of posters here are women, I would guess that each and everyone of us has a different cycle. For all Lex could know, Chloe could get her period every 33 days, and it just so happens that she just had her period before they were kidnapped.

And she could also be late due to the stress that she is under--what with being kidnapped and all.

I just don't think that Lex is thinking Chloe's pregnant--I think he realizes that he's falling for her.

But I could be wrong:P

Jen1388

18th October 2007, 00:20

Wow... I cant believe I've only just found this story, I feel so deprieved. But then again, I've just had eight chapters of heaven!!!!

This is ace this story, and so well written aswell. Realistic! Cause Chloe and Lex would have fought constantly for like 2 weeks, then finally realise that they actually like eachother... and I mean... look at Big Brother... when you're with somebody 24/7, you develop feelings alot quicker than you would in a regular relationship.

I have to admit, when I read the last part with Lex saying 'Oh fuck!' my first thought was, he knew he was falling for Chloe, but after reading others feedback... it could also mean he believes Chloe may be pregnant. Given the whole discussion about how long they've been there... other though... how would he know Chloe's not had a period? She might have had one before they started having sex, and like... not told him about it? Like normal girls... there's no way I'd tell somebody like Lex Luthor, that I was on my period... MAJOR EMBARRASSMENT.
But yeah... can't wait for the next chapter to find out what the 'Oh fuck!' was about!!!! Sooo excited...!!!

Please update soon!, I'll be sure to check back every time I log in!

somethingeasy

18th October 2007, 00:51

Here's the thing: considering that the majority of posters here are women, I would guess that each and everyone of us has a different cycle. For all Lex could know, Chloe could get her period every 33 days, and it just so happens that she just had her period before they were kidnapped.

And she could also be late due to the stress that she is under--what with being kidnapped and all.

I just don't think that Lex is thinking Chloe's pregnant--I think he realizes that he's falling for her.

There are all kinds of possibilities about why Chloe has not had a period during those 25 days... it's possible that she does have a cycle of 30(ish) days, and that she just had her period before being kidnapped... and the stress thing could also be contributing to the lateness.

But that's a whole lot of factors to take into consideration, when the more likely truth is that it IS a little late, and considering that they've been having unprotected sex, I can see why Lex would start worrying once his attention has been drawn to the specific number of days that have passed while he's been in VERY close proximity with Chloe.

Although it's possible that everyone else if right and that I'm wrong, and that Lex is actually horrified by the realization that he's falling for Chloe, BUT I think he very abruptly made the deductive connection in light of the discussion they had about the number of days they have been trapped together.

heh, Chloe's not yet made that connection... Lucky girl is saved from that particular anxiety attack. Perhaps Lex will be kind enough to not mention it to her until they're set free and/or it's absolutely necessary?

oh, and Jen1388 mentioned that Chloe could have had her period without telling Lex. It's also possible, but not very likely considering how small their living quarters is, and that Chloe doesn't really have any tampons or pads available to keep herself properly tight and kept from staining (I know... ewwwww!)

I look forward to the next chapter, and seeing what the whole 'oh fuck' thing was about. Update soon, Kimbo? please?

dagney

18th October 2007, 01:59

I love the smut, but also the deepening of the emotional bond with the playfullness and sharing, not to mention the hot sex. Dagney

Jen1388

21st October 2007, 20:06

oh, and Jen1388 mentioned that Chloe could have had her period without telling Lex. It's also possible, but not very likely considering how small their living quarters is, and that Chloe doesn't really have any tampons or pads available to keep herself properly tight and kept from staining (I know... ewwwww!)

LOL, you actually made me laugh out loud then. I do agree kind of... with what you're saying. But I personally... would never DREAM of telling a guy... who she's never had itimate relations with before that she's having her period... toilet paper and lots of trips to the bathroom is all you need... and surely if Lionel had everything set up ready... he would have taken in to account about Chloe's period, and put something in the bathroom for her... unless of course he was planning that she wouldn't have one when she's in there... oh I don't know!!!!

somethingeasy

21st October 2007, 21:29

LOL, you actually made me laugh out loud then. I do agree kind of... with what you're saying. But I personally... would never DREAM of telling a guy... who she's never had itimate relations with before that she's having her period... toilet paper and lots of trips to the bathroom is all you need... and surely if Lionel had everything set up ready... he would have taken in to account about Chloe's period, and put something in the bathroom for her... unless of course he was planning that she wouldn't have one when she's in there... oh I don't know!!!!

oooh boy! I never thought I would confess this to anyone, but I've actually been forced to use toilet paper in lieu of pads before, and TRUST me, it's almost worse than using nothing at all. It would have meant a trip to the toilet every hour on the hour for poor Chloe (every two hours if they had good quality toilet paper :P). In such a situation, Chloe would have been forced to choose between two embarrassing explanations:
1) she has her period
2) a horrible case of uncontrollable diarrhea (also ewwwwww!!!)

LOL! And I firmly believe that Lionel had every intention of making sure that Chloe was impregnated through this ridiculous plan of his. Hence the reason why he insisted on strictly a MONTH of enforced captivity with no condoms. heh, in fact, I can imagine the Magnificent Bastard being so supremely confident about his plan going through flawlessly that he didn't see the need to supply feminine products at all, LOL!

I look forward to the next update, Kimbo... Coming soon? (please?)

toryjhay

22nd October 2007, 08:11

that was a mean way to end the chapter...i have a love/hate relationship with cliffhangers. but i'm pretty sure that the followup of this chapter would be so worth it. can't wait to find out the end of lex' thought. i'm really loving their dynamic, the way that they were acting, it's just as if they were accustomed to the situation, maybe all the sex is getting to their heads. loved this, as always. can't wait until the next chapter!!!!

Jen1388

23rd October 2007, 22:31

oh pretty pleaseeeeee, update this great story!!!

SVfan1286

24th October 2007, 01:33

Another lovely update!

I really like how their relationship is progressing...And wow the shower smut was amazingly hot! I can't believe they only have five days left, got to love sneaky Lionel. This fic is just awesome, and I can't wait to read what happens next.

Please update again soon!

superag

24th October 2007, 08:41

I miss this story....and all it's heart. BTW, my nerdiness of being a math teacher came out and if she had actually added the consanants (7) to the total number of letters (16), she would have gotten 23, a prime number.

Lovong the shower scene!

I think Lex figures out he's falling for her, not that she's preggers.

gecko

29th October 2007, 06:51

great work, can't wait for more, and what's gonna happen when they get out their 'kidnappers' little apartment.

starmoon

29th October 2007, 17:18

love it please keep going i can't wait for more.

Pieper

3rd November 2007, 21:37

Great story. Please update soon.

kimbo

26th November 2007, 08:59

Chapter Nine

Day 30

0 Days left

Lex woke up to the feel of Chloe’s lips making a slow trail of kisses down his chest. He sighed and buried his fingers into her hair as she gently bit his nipple.

Five days. Its been five days since his revelation and he has not broached the subject with her yet. He wasn’t too sure if he was going to broach the subject at all.

He was being a coward, or maybe even being smart. He knew it would be insane of him to even bring this up to her. She couldn’t possibly believe him if he told her. Hell, he was barely believing it himself.

He tensed when she kissed even lower.

“Wait a minute.” she mumbled. She shimmied her way back up his body and poked her head from underneath the covers. She rested her chin against his chest. She studied him for a long moment. “Something’s wrong.” She said after a short moment.

Lex swallowed. “There is?” He asked, and she nodded.

“You’re all tense.” She adjusted herself against him. “It’s weird.” She tilted her head to the side. “What’s up?”

“Nothing.” He winced at how quickly he answered. He continued when he raised an eyebrow. “I’m just not feeling very well.” He lied.

“Oh.” Chloe said. She thought for a moment. “is it like cabin fever or-”

Lex chuckled. “No, its not that. I think its something I ate.”

Her eyes widened dramatically. “You think the olives you ate was really poisoned?” She sighed. “No wonder why I don’t eat those.”

“No, its not a poisoned feeling. It’s something else.”

He watched as her playful features softened. They smiled at each other for a long moment until Chloe spoke again.

“Well, whatever it is, I’m sure I can’t make it all better.”

She kissed his throat once before reaching down between his legs. She cupped him, smiling at his large intake of breath. “Let Dr. Chloe make it all better for you.”

Lex’s eyes slid closed as she once again kissed down his chest.

He was screwed.

********

Lex was acting weird, Chloe decided. Not the usual Lex Luthor weird that she had grown use to. No, it was a different weird. It seemed like he was hiding something from her, acting all withdrawn and closed off.

It was annoying her, more importantly, it was hurting her feelings.

*******

He decided to keep his distance. It was better that way. For the both of them. He glanced over in Chloe’s direction and quickly looked away when he noticed she was watching him.

He gritted his teeth in irritation at the fact that he was behaving in such a ridiculous fashion. He chanced another glance in his direction and watched as she absently popped grapes into her mouth. He smiled to himself at the way she ran her fingers through her hair. She was beautiful. She was so without even trying.

There was just something about Chloe Sullivan that he hadn’t bothered to notice before. Her smile, her laugh and intelligence sparked something inside him he thought long dead. Not to mention her odd sense of humor that seemed to draw laughs from him he thought his fortress of stoicism had under control.

He knew it’s more than the sex. Way more. He could have sex with someone without being emotionally involved with them at all. He had done plenty of times with plenty of women, but he knew it was more than sex with Chloe.

He glanced over at her again. Even if she didn’t know it yet. He rolled his eyes at his realized how dangerously close he was to waxing poetically.

Perhaps he was losing his mind. Perhaps it was the close proximity and small quarters that he was sharing with Chloe that made him feel this way.

Perhaps his father was right. He was ruled by his emotions.

********

A frown appeared on Chloe’s face as she caught Lex staring at her again. Her frown turned into a glare as he looked away from her.

“What is it?”

Lex glanced over at her. “What?”

She popped a grape into her mouth. “Why do you keep staring at me?”

Lex shook his head. “I wasn’t staring at you.”

She rolled her eyes at him and lifted her leg. She rested her chin on her knee as she stared at him. “Its rude to stare you know.”

He snorted. “I’ll keep that in mind.” He glanced back down at the book he was pretending to read.

Chloe raised an eyebrow at his lowered head. She picked up a grape and threw it at him. “Jerk.”

Lex looked up as a grape hit his left temple. “What the hell Chloe?”

She threw two more grapes at him. “You’ve been staring me like some weirdo for the past half hour, all the while pretending that you haven’t been. You’ve also been ignoring and avoiding me all day and its-” She trailed off. “I’m bored.”

Lex gave a long suffering sigh. He wanted to roll his eyes at her unusual uncharacteristic petulant tone. “Fine.” He said, sounding put upon. “Why don’t you read a book?”

She glared at him for a long moment before standing up. “Now you’re being condescending.”

He frowned confused as he watched her stand and leave the room. He jumped when the door to the bathroom slammed closed. He sighed to himself and picked up the three grapes that landed into his lap. He popped them into his mouth, knowing he was going to have to apologize for reasons unknown.

******

Chloe hugged the extra pillow to her chest as she thought about the past few weeks and how her life was turned inside out. Everyone probably thought she was dead. Her mother, whom she visited every Thursday, probably thought she’d lost interest in wanting to rebuild a relationship with her. She could feel the tears begin to build up as she once again thought they were never going to get out of this prison.

She sighed as she felt Lex’s arm slide around her waist. She could admit that Lex being here with her made things a little bit more bearable. She never imagined thoughts like those would be her own.

“I’m sorry.”

She only shrugged and shook her head. “It doesn’t matter. I was just being-”

Lex slid closer, frowning at the way her voice sounded. “Are you alright Chloe?”

“No.” she answered “I’m not alright.”

He was silent for a long moment. “Do you wish to talk about it?” He asked.

She paused before answering. “Tell me we’re going to get out of here again?”

Lex paused in surprise before answering. “We’re getting out of here Chloe.”

She turned to face him, her expression blank. “You really believe that?” She asked.

Lex nodded as his hand caressed her thigh. “I do.”

She swallowed thickly and looked away from him. “We’ve been here for thirty days. We’re running out of food.”

He gave her a small smile. “I’m aware of that.”

She shook her head confused. “How can you be so blasé about this?”

He shrugged. “I’ve figured some things out.”

She stared at him when he didn’t elaborate. “Like?”

He shook his head. “Nothing for you to worry about.” He tilted his head to the side. “What‘s the first thing you‘re going to do when you get out of here?” He asked.

She could tell he was trying to lighten the mood and she smiled. “Well, first I’m going to take the longest hot shower ever. I miss those. Then I’m going to surf the internet for about one thousand hours. I miss my laptop. Then I’m going to-” She trailed off and shook her head. “No wait. Shower first and then I’ll see if I still have my paid internship at the Planet. No, shower. The biggest cup of coffee from the Talon. then I’ll check to see if I still have that job at the planet. If not then maybe I’ll write a book on our time here and-” She was cut off by his lips.

It was the only way he knew how to shut her up. He was amused that she rambled on that way. Was even more amused that he knew she would do such a thing.

Chloe tightened her arms around Lex’s neck as she deepened their kiss, her tongue pushing up against his own in a way that she knew he enjoyed.

Lex pulled away from the heated kiss with a gasp. He stared down at her with a small amused smile. “You aren’t really considering writing a book are you?”

She thought for a moment. “Maybe. Maybe not. Perhaps I’ll write a sex book. Five different ways to make Lex Luthor have an orgasm by Chloe Sullivan.”

Lex raised an eyebrow. “As long as I get half of the profits.”

She caressed his cheek. “Always the business man.”

They stared at one another for a long moment and Chloe pulled him down for another kiss.

***********

Chloe’s mouth was hotter than usual. Softer than usual. At least that’s what Lex thinks as she slowly lowered herself onto his cock. It was all so good. Kissing her as she slowly slid up and down on him all at the same time.

She moved on him slowly; it was all so slow and hot and he had no problem with her slow movements, and he didn’t bother to direct her movements, just rested his hands on her hips as she shivered from the pleasure of his cock being inside of her.

She shifted, and the movement caused his cock to slide even deeper and they both groan at the hot jolt of pleasure.

“Oh, yeah.” She gasped. She kissed him for a moment before pulling away, and his hands tightened reflexively on her hips as she started to rise and fall with slow precise movements.

Lex didn’t think going this achingly slow could feel so good and damn was it good. A slow pull out and even slowly pull in. He watched her face intently, his own face contorting slightly from pleasure each time she moved downward.

She’s beautiful. Lex thinks to himself, and he could tell by her startled look that he said that out loud. He doesn’t bother to be embarrassed. He just grasped her hips and turned until she was on her back. He settled himself between her thighs and captured her lips in a hard kiss.

“Ugh! Fuck!” He suddenly groaned and thrust harder when she involuntarily tightened her muscles around his cock.

“Oh, god Lex!” She breathed hotly into his ear as his hips moved faster. She was feeling it, that tingling sensation inside her increased with each thrust. The constant in and out stab of his cock hitting that special spot inside of her was too much. She cried out loudly, embarrassingly loud as the first shivers of her orgasm hit her.

His hands wrapped tightly around her hips as he continued pushing into her still, grunting with each thrust until she felt him go completely still. Her eyes fluttered closed as she felt nothing but warmth spill inside of her.

He collapsed beside her, wrapping her arms around her waist as he did. He pulled her closer and sighed as she wrapped her arm around his waist.

They stared at each other silently for a long moment before a slow smile appeared on Chloe’s face.

Lex eyed her warily. “What is it?”

She shook her head. “Nothing.”

“That’s not a nothing look.” He said.

“I just wonder if the world knows that you like to cuddle.”

He frowned at her. “I don’t-” He trailed off and looked down at his hands which were wrapped around her waist. He rolled his eyes. “Its your fault really.”

She yawned as she ignored him. “Chapter ten. Lex Luthor’s after sex cuddling.”

“You’re funny.” He said before tightening his hold on her.

She only smiled. “I forgot to return your earlier question to me.” She ran her hand up his arm. “What will you do when you get out of here?”

An strange mixed image of Lana Lang and file folders from work popped into his mind and he only shrugged.

Chloe eyed him for a long moment before she turned her back to him, pushing back against his chest as much as she could. “Goodnight.”

Lex lied back as well and closed his eyes, forcing his thoughts away from what will happen when they were let out of this place.

*******

Someone was shaking him in his sleep.

“Lex! Lex please wake up.”

“Wha-” He quickly sat up and glanced over at Chloe who sat beside him, now fully dressed, a worried expression on her face.

Chloe rolled her eyes at him. “You sleep like the dead. I’ve been shaking you for the past two minutes.” She pointed over her shoulder. “There’s smoke in here and it smells funny.”

Lex glanced over Chloe’s shoulder and his eyes widened slightly as he too noted the smoke quickly filling the room. He slipped out of bed and quickly dressed. “Don’t breathe in.” He instructed.

Chloe rolled her eyes at him. “That’s a little too late.” She grabbed her head. “I feel really dizzy.” She glanced at Lex and blinked as she saw two of them. “What’s happening?” She said, her words slurred.

Lex grabbed at his own head as the room spun around him. He stumbled forward, his arms reaching out to Chloe as she fainted face down on the bed.

“Son of a bitch.” He muttered before he too fainted on the floor beside the bed.

*******

“No!” Chloe sat up with a scream. She quickly glanced around her surroundings, frowning when she noticed that she was sitting in grass. She turned her head to the left, her frown deepening when she noticed a headstone. She had a quick insane thought that she was dead until she saw an unconscious Lex lying a few feet away from her. She crawled over toward him and reached her hand out to shake his shoulder.

She nearly jumped out of her skin when he sat up. She watched as he frantically looked around for a moment, a confused expression coming onto his face.

“We’re in a cemetery.” She said, and Lex gave her a look.

“I’m aware of that.” He snapped, then his face softened. “I’m glad you’re okay.”

She didn’t respond, only looked away from him. “This isn’t Metropolis.”

Lex looked around the graveyard. “No,” he murmured. “It isn’t.” He slowly stood up on wobbly feet. “I hope we‘re still in Kansas.”

Chloe did the same. “There’s so many directions I can go with that statement, but I don’t think it’s the right time for a quip.” She glanced around once again and paused as she noticed a small building up ahead. “You think that place has a phone?” She asked.

Lex glanced in the direction she had pointed. “Probably.”

She glanced down at her bare feet, and wrapped her arms around her waist. “I guess we’re free then.” she said flatly.

Lex nodded. “It looks like.” He eyed her carefully for a long moment. “Chloe-”

She shook her head. “Don’t. Just-We’re free okay. I can go back to hating you and you can go back to pretending I don‘t exist.”

He masked the sting of her words before responding with a soft. “Fine.” He turned away, missing her hurt sad expression.

They both made their way toward the small office building in silence.

TBC

jem

26th November 2007, 09:43

bring on the ANGST!!!!

awesome update! please update again (and of ure fics they all equally rock!)

lj715

26th November 2007, 10:21

NO!!!!! No...don't end it that way. Damn it...these two better start confessing their feelings for one another soon. More please to resolve this. :D

marcy2401

26th November 2007, 14:42

You can't leave it like that! Update Soon!:D

Kit Merlot

26th November 2007, 17:06

An awesome update Kimbo!

I was hoping that Lex's realization had to do to his falling in love with Chloe;) So what is going to happen now that Lex and Chloe are free? Is he going to go back to Lana, and is Chloe going to continue to hate him? Will she still have a job at the DP?

I hope Lionel has more up his sleeve, because I think Lex and Chloe are going to continue to deny their feelings for each other.

And the Chlex smut was wonderfully hot--Lex won't be able to stay away from Chloe after having sex that hot for that past couple of weeks. Plus he's in love with her too:grin3:

Please let us know what happens next as soon as you can.;)

westwingwolf

26th November 2007, 17:52

Oh those freaking idiots! Normally I would say Lex's first order of business is to convince Chloe that he loves her, but in this case, that should be his second order of business. First he needs to prove he loves Chloe by dumping Lana in whatever form he wishes as long as it's done quickly. I would choose the headline in the paper method reading: LEX LUTHOR DUMPS DIM-WITTED SKANKY GIRLFRIEND LANA LANG BECAUSE HE'S IN LOVE WITH ALL-AROUND BETTER WOMAN CHLOE SULLIVAN. After that, he can convince Chloe that he loves her and she loves him and then they can proceed with the sex. But that's just me, I'm sure what you decide to write will be even better.

somethingeasy

26th November 2007, 18:29

Lex woke up to the feel of Chloe’s lips making a slow trail of kisses down his chest. He sighed and buried his fingers into her hair as she gently bit his nipple.

ooooh, I LOVED how the chapter began with this lovely moment of intimacy between them. They have become so comfortable with each other now. It’s a delight to see, and I can’t imagine how they’re going to adjust to a life away from each other…

heh, well of COURSE they’re not going to adjust to a life without each other… Lex is soon going to be obsessively chasing after Chloe, probably mere hours after she leaves his sight.

Five days. Its been five days since his revelation and he has not broached the subject with her yet. He wasn’t too sure if he was going to broach the subject at all.

He was being a coward, or maybe even being smart. He knew it would be insane of him to even bring this up to her. She couldn’t possibly believe him if he told her. Hell, he was barely believing it himself.

Heh, I guess I’ve lost my bet. I’m quite sure now that the ‘revelation’ Lex came to was something about his own feelings towards Chloe rather than the obvious fact that she has missed her period during her month of unprotected sex with him. I know that he wouldn’t be so hesitant about broaching any subject that involved possible pregnancy! His own deepening emotions is one thing, but to keep Chloe in the dark about her own body… not a chance.

He tensed when she kissed even lower.

“Wait a minute.” she mumbled. She shimmied her way back up his body and poked her head from underneath the covers. She rested her chin against his chest. She studied him for a long moment. “Something’s wrong.” She said after a short moment.

heh, I enjoyed how Chloe knew (almost) immediately that something was ‘off’ about Lex. Has she noticed that something has been wrong for the past five days, or was it just now? I LOL at the way she mocked about how it must have been ‘poisoned olives’, LOL!

He watched as her playful features softened. They smiled at each other for a long moment until Chloe spoke again.

“Well, whatever it is, I’m sure I can’t make it all better.”

She kissed his throat once before reaching down between his legs. She cupped him, smiling at his large intake of breath. “Let Dr. Chloe make it all better for you.”

Lex’s eyes slid closed as she once again kissed down his chest.

He was screwed.

Wow! This moment of intimacy and playfulness between them… it was beautiful! I could feel the connection and romance sparking in the air, and I’m sure Lex felt it too… LOL, why else would he have reacted to this warm connection with despair rather than appreciation? LOL!

Lex was acting weird, Chloe decided. Not the usual Lex Luthor weird that she had grown use to. No, it was a different weird. It seemed like he was hiding something from her, acting all withdrawn and closed off.

It was annoying her, more importantly, it was hurting her feelings.

Heh, I don’t know HOW big an emotional revelation Lex might have had… it might have been something as major as him realizing that he’s in love and wants to spend the rest of his life with Chloe… or it could have been acknowledgement of a vague ‘attraction’ towards her and a wish to keep it moving forward even after they’re set free.

But it’s obvious that Chloe has not yet had any similar thoughts for Lex… She’s definitely enjoying her time with him now, but it doesn’t seem like she’s had any thoughts about any ‘Chlex future’ with him.

He gritted his teeth in irritation at the fact that he was behaving in such a ridiculous fashion. He chanced another glance in his direction and watched as she absently popped grapes into her mouth. He smiled to himself at the way she ran her fingers through her hair. She was beautiful. She was so without even trying.

There was just something about Chloe Sullivan that he hadn’t bothered to notice before. Her smile, her laugh and intelligence sparked something inside him he thought long dead. Not to mention her odd sense of humor that seemed to draw laughs from him he thought his fortress of stoicism had under control.

He knew it’s more than the sex. Way more. He could have sex with someone without being emotionally involved with them at all. He had done plenty of times with plenty of women, but he knew it was more than sex with Chloe.

He glanced over at her again. Even if she didn’t know it yet. He rolled his eyes at his realized how dangerously close he was to waxing poetically.

Squeee! I LOVED this!!! Oh he’s SO much in love with her… and I think he might have even admitted it to himself. I loved how he kept sneaking glances at her, and kept admiring her during this very casual moment, when she’s not even trying to be enticing or sexy… He just finds her irresistible and lovely, without her even trying. And he was even admiring her personality, wit intelligence, quirky sense of humour… EVERYTHING! Definitely LOVE!! :D

Chloe raised an eyebrow at his lowered head. She picked up a grape and threw it at him. “Jerk.”

Lex looked up as a grape hit his left temple. “What the hell Chloe?”

She threw two more grapes at him. “You’ve been staring me like some weirdo for the past half hour, all the while pretending that you haven’t been. You’ve also been ignoring and avoiding me all day and its-” She trailed off. “I’m bored.”

LOL! she’s hitting him with grapes? I was ROTFLMAO at that visual. I enjoyed how she’s so ‘irritated’ by all those soulful glances he’s throwing in her direction… if only she knew he’s saying ‘I adore you’ with every sneaking look, LOL!

Lex gave a long suffering sigh. He wanted to roll his eyes at her unusual uncharacteristic petulant tone. “Fine.” He said, sounding put upon. “Why don’t you read a book?”

She glared at him for a long moment before standing up. “Now you’re being condescending.”

He frowned confused as he watched her stand and leave the room. He jumped when the door to the bathroom slammed closed. He sighed to himself and picked up the three grapes that landed into his lap. He popped them into his mouth, knowing he was going to have to apologize for reasons unknown.

ROTFL! Oh the poor, fool idiot! He doesn’t get that a girl gets frustrated when you send her mixed signals… especially when she doesn’t have experience enough to be able to accurately interpret these signals in her favour? He’s pushing her away while sending her his adoring vibes in this haphazard fashion, LOL! It’s really fun to watch.

Chloe hugged the extra pillow to her chest as she thought about the past few weeks and how her life was turned inside out. Everyone probably thought she was dead. Her mother, whom she visited every Thursday, probably thought she’d lost interest in wanting to rebuild a relationship with her. She could feel the tears begin to build up as she once again thought they were never going to get out of this prison.

I’m a mean person… I know this was a sad scene… but all I could think was ‘oooh, mood swings! PREGNANCY!!!’, rotfl! I guess it’s obvious where my thoughts are focused. This was, all in all, a VERY hopeful and optimistic chapter for me, LOL! Lex loves Chloe, she’s pregnant, they’re going to be set free today, and he’s going to have to win her over… fun, FUN times :D

She sighed as she felt Lex’s arm slide around her waist. She could admit that Lex being here with her made things a little bit more bearable. She never imagined thoughts like those would be her own.

“I’m sorry.”

awwww, swoon! Physical comfort AND an apology! He’ really such a wonderful, sweet man… when he’s not being an infuriating ass, LOL!

She swallowed thickly and looked away from him. “We’ve been here for thirty days. We’re running out of food.”

He gave her a small smile. “I’m aware of that.”

She shook her head confused. “How can you be so blasé about this?”

He shrugged. “I’ve figured some things out.”

She stared at him when he didn’t elaborate. “Like?”

He shook his head. “Nothing for you to worry about.” He tilted his head to the side. “What‘s the first thing you‘re going to do when you get out of here?” He asked.

Hmmm, NOW I’m starting to get the unsettling idea that lex’s revelation ‘might’ not have had anything to do with his emotional connection to Chloe…? Perhaps he figured out that Lionel was the one responsible for everything that happened, and that Lionel had plans to set them free after a set number of days? But how the heck would he have figured all of this out? And WHY would he have been so blasé about this revelation? And WHY the heck would he keep such a revelation away from Chloe??!!

Nope, too many holes in this idea… but I wish I knew exactly what he meant by ‘I figured some things out’. Damned closed-mouthed bastard!

She could tell he was trying to lighten the mood and she smiled. “Well, first I’m going to take the longest hot shower ever. I miss those. Then I’m going to surf the internet for about one thousand hours. I miss my laptop. Then I’m going to-” She trailed off and shook her head. “No wait. Shower first and then I’ll see if I still have my paid internship at the Planet. No, shower. The biggest cup of coffee from the Talon. then I’ll check to see if I still have that job at the planet. If not then maybe I’ll write a book on our time here and-” She was cut off by his lips.

It was the only way he knew how to shut her up. He was amused that she rambled on that way. Was even more amused that he knew she would do such a thing.

LOL! I also enjoyed Chloe’s ramblings, and I was even happier to see Lex taking such a typically smitten pleasure in listening to Chloe. I cannot believe that he’s NOT aware of being in love with her when his emotional responses to her are so strong.

Lex pulled away from the heated kiss with a gasp. He stared down at her with a small amused smile. “You aren’t really considering writing a book are you?”

She thought for a moment. “Maybe. Maybe not. Perhaps I’ll write a sex book. Five different ways to make Lex Luthor have an orgasm by Chloe Sullivan.”

Lex raised an eyebrow. “As long as I get half of the profits.”

She caressed his cheek. “Always the business man.”

They stared at one another for a long moment and Chloe pulled him down for another kiss.

ROTFLMAO! They both are so cute… and so beautifully sweet. HOW can they imagine life without each other after THIS?!

Chloe’s mouth was hotter than usual. Softer than usual. At least that’s what Lex thinks as she slowly lowered herself onto his cock. It was all so good. Kissing her as she slowly slid up and down on him all at the same time.

She moved on him slowly; it was all so slow and hot and he had no problem with her slow movements, and he didn’t bother to direct her movements, just rested his hands on her hips as she shivered from the pleasure of his cock being inside of her.

She shifted, and the movement caused his cock to slide even deeper and they both groan at the hot jolt of pleasure.

Hisssss! SO hot! So warm, tender, beautiful… and SO HOT!!!! Did I mention how much I ADORE your smut writing, Kimbo?

She’s beautiful. Lex thinks to himself, and he could tell by her startled look that he said that out loud. He doesn’t bother to be embarrassed. He just grasped her hips and turned until she was on her back. He settled himself between her thighs and captured her lips in a hard kiss.

I loved how Lex couldn’t keep himself from saying how Chloe was beautiful. He’s fallen SO hard for her. Now it’s only a matter of wooing her and getting her to return his feelings… I don’t think it’s going to be too difficult either.

“Ugh! Fuck!” He suddenly groaned and thrust harder when she involuntarily tightened her muscles around his cock.

“Oh, god Lex!” She breathed hotly into his ear as his hips moved faster. She was feeling it, that tingling sensation inside her increased with each thrust. The constant in and out stab of his cock hitting that special spot inside of her was too much. She cried out loudly, embarrassingly loud as the first shivers of her orgasm hit her.

His hands wrapped tightly around her hips as he continued pushing into her still, grunting with each thrust until she felt him go completely still. Her eyes fluttered closed as she felt nothing but warmth spill inside of her.

Beautiful! There wans’t any of the fun banter that I love, but there was such a strong connection between the two of them… that they didn’t really NEED to say anything to bond. Wonderfully written, Kimbo, and the perfect ‘final sex in captivity’ for them, LOL!

“I just wonder if the world knows that you like to cuddle.”

He frowned at her. “I don’t-” He trailed off and looked down at his hands which were wrapped around her waist. He rolled his eyes. “Its your fault really.”

She yawned as she ignored him. “Chapter ten. Lex Luthor’s after sex cuddling.”

ROTFLMAO! I love how she can playfully get under his skin. Lex NEEDS someone like Chloe, just to play with him and keep him entertained. Anyone less passionate or intelligent *cough*Blana*cough* simply wouldn’t do anything for him.

She only smiled. “I forgot to return your earlier question to me.” She ran her hand up his arm. “What will you do when you get out of here?”

An strange mixed image of Lana Lang and file folders from work popped into his mind and he only shrugged.

ROTFLMAO! File folders? THIS is the context with which he remembers Lana? File folders?! ROTFL! I can see the visceral passion between the Lexana, LOL!

Lex lied back as well and closed his eyes, forcing his thoughts away from what will happen when they were let out of this place.

What? Don’t be pathetic, Lex! Start making plans to woo and WIN Chloe’s heart! Don’t just lie there like a lump and ‘pine’ for her! Start setting some evil, manipulative plans NOW!!!

Lex glanced over Chloe’s shoulder and his eyes widened slightly as he too noted the smoke quickly filling the room. He slipped out of bed and quickly dressed. “Don’t breathe in.” He instructed.

Chloe rolled her eyes at him. “That’s a little too late.” She grabbed her head. “I feel really dizzy.” She glanced at Lex and blinked as she saw two of them. “What’s happening?” She said, her words slurred.

Lex grabbed at his own head as the room spun around him. He stumbled forward, his arms reaching out to Chloe as she fainted face down on the bed.

“Son of a bitch.” He muttered before he too fainted on the floor beside the bed.

oooh, short, but intense, Kimbo! I really enjoyed this part… Especially the little moment where Lex reached out to Chloe to protect her before the gas overcame him.

Lex looked around the graveyard. “No,” he murmured. “It isn’t.” He slowly stood up on wobbly feet. “I hope we‘re still in Kansas.”

Chloe did the same. “There’s so many directions I can go with that statement, but I don’t think it’s the right time for a quip.” She glanced around once again and paused as she noticed a small building up ahead. “You think that place has a phone?” She asked.

Heh, it must have been disconcerting… and probably a little scary for them to have woken up in a CEMETARY of all places. Lionel really has a sick sense of humour. You gotta love the magnificent bastard, LOL! I admired how Chloe was still able to see some humour in their situation… What a girl!

She glanced down at her bare feet, and wrapped her arms around her waist. “I guess we’re free then.” she said flatly.

Lex nodded. “It looks like.” He eyed her carefully for a long moment. “Chloe-”

She shook her head. “Don’t. Just-We’re free okay. I can go back to hating you and you can go back to pretending I don‘t exist.”

He masked the sting of her words before responding with a soft. “Fine.” He turned away, missing her hurt sad expression.

DAMN! I wish Chloe would have let him finish off his sentence… I wish he could have seen the hurt look on her face! I wish the two of them would have just KISSED each other!

Oh well, I guess neither of them feel like they’re ‘first choice’ with each other… especially now that they are no longer each other’s ‘only choice’. How tragic! I am VERY sure that Lex is in love with Chloe, and I’m sure that Chloe also has some feelings for Lex, and if given half the chance, the two of them can have a beautiful strong, loving relationship… If ONLY they would give it half a chance to grow into one.

Hmmm, I wonder what happens when Chloe finds out she’s pregnant. Does Lex chase after her, and she refuses thinking he only wants her because she ‘happens’ to be the mother of his child? Ooooh, more angst up ahead… and I can’t WAIT to see how it turns out.

Please update soon, Kimbo. This fic is getting better, more thrilling and interesting with every passing chapter, and I really want to see how it turns out in future chapters. Update SOON!!!

hfce

26th November 2007, 18:39

I knew Lex revelation is that he loves her. So many people thought pregnancy. I was right... :rofl: The smut was great as well as their mini fight. But missy you better get back here and fix it. I don't want them to go back to the way they were. :rules:

hfce

26th November 2007, 18:49

ooooh, I LOVED how the chapter began with this lovely moment of intimacy between them. They have become so comfortable with each other now. It’s a delight to see, and I can’t imagine how they’re going to adjust to a life away from each other…

heh, well of COURSE they’re not going to adjust to a life without each other… Lex is soon going to be obsessively chasing after Chloe, probably mere hours after she leaves his sight.

Heh, I guess I’ve lost my bet. I’m quite sure now that the ‘revelation’ Lex came to was something about his own feelings towards Chloe rather than the obvious fact that she has missed her period during her month of unprotected sex with him. I know that he wouldn’t be so hesitant about broaching any subject that involved possible pregnancy! His own deepening emotions is one thing, but to keep Chloe in the dark about her own body… not a chance.

heh, I enjoyed how Chloe knew (almost) immediately that something was ‘off’ about Lex. Has she noticed that something has been wrong for the past five days, or was it just now? I LOL at the way she mocked about how it must have been ‘poisoned olives’, LOL!

Wow! This moment of intimacy and playfulness between them… it was beautiful! I could feel the connection and romance sparking in the air, and I’m sure Lex felt it too… LOL, why else would he have reacted to this warm connection with despair rather than appreciation? LOL!

Heh, I don’t know HOW big an emotional revelation Lex might have had… it might have been something as major as him realizing that he’s in love and wants to spend the rest of his life with Chloe… or it could have been acknowledgement of a vague ‘attraction’ towards her and a wish to keep it moving forward even after they’re set free.

But it’s obvious that Chloe has not yet had any similar thoughts for Lex… She’s definitely enjoying her time with him now, but it doesn’t seem like she’s had any thoughts about any ‘Chlex future’ with him.

Squeee! I LOVED this!!! Oh he’s SO much in love with her… and I think he might have even admitted it to himself. I loved how he kept sneaking glances at her, and kept admiring her during this very casual moment, when she’s not even trying to be enticing or sexy… He just finds her irresistible and lovely, without her even trying. And he was even admiring her personality, wit intelligence, quirky sense of humour… EVERYTHING! Definitely LOVE!! :D

LOL! she’s hitting him with grapes? I was ROTFLMAO at that visual. I enjoyed how she’s so ‘irritated’ by all those soulful glances he’s throwing in her direction… if only she knew he’s saying ‘I adore you’ with every sneaking look, LOL!

ROTFL! Oh the poor, fool idiot! He doesn’t get that a girl gets frustrated when you send her mixed signals… especially when she doesn’t have experience enough to be able to accurately interpret these signals in her favour? He’s pushing her away while sending her his adoring vibes in this haphazard fashion, LOL! It’s really fun to watch.

I’m a mean person… I know this was a sad scene… but all I could think was ‘oooh, mood swings! PREGNANCY!!!’, rotfl! I guess it’s obvious where my thoughts are focused. This was, all in all, a VERY hopeful and optimistic chapter for me, LOL! Lex loves Chloe, she’s pregnant, they’re going to be set free today, and he’s going to have to win her over… fun, FUN times :D

awwww, swoon! Physical comfort AND an apology! He’ really such a wonderful, sweet man… when he’s not being an infuriating ass, LOL!

Hmmm, NOW I’m starting to get the unsettling idea that lex’s revelation ‘might’ not have had anything to do with his emotional connection to Chloe…? Perhaps he figured out that Lionel was the one responsible for everything that happened, and that Lionel had plans to set them free after a set number of days? But how the heck would he have figured all of this out? And WHY would he have been so blasé about this revelation? And WHY the heck would he keep such a revelation away from Chloe??!!

Nope, too many holes in this idea… but I wish I knew exactly what he meant by ‘I figured some things out’. Damned closed-mouthed bastard!

LOL! I also enjoyed Chloe’s ramblings, and I was even happier to see Lex taking such a typically smitten pleasure in listening to Chloe. I cannot believe that he’s NOT aware of being in love with her when his emotional responses to her are so strong.

ROTFLMAO! They both are so cute… and so beautifully sweet. HOW can they imagine life without each other after THIS?!

Hisssss! SO hot! So warm, tender, beautiful… and SO HOT!!!! Did I mention how much I ADORE your smut writing, Kimbo?

I loved how Lex couldn’t keep himself from saying how Chloe was beautiful. He’s fallen SO hard for her. Now it’s only a matter of wooing her and getting her to return his feelings… I don’t think it’s going to be too difficult either.

Beautiful! There wans’t any of the fun banter that I love, but there was such a strong connection between the two of them… that they didn’t really NEED to say anything to bond. Wonderfully written, Kimbo, and the perfect ‘final sex in captivity’ for them, LOL!

ROTFLMAO! I love how she can playfully get under his skin. Lex NEEDS someone like Chloe, just to play with him and keep him entertained. Anyone less passionate or intelligent *cough*Blana*cough* simply wouldn’t do anything for him.

ROTFLMAO! File folders? THIS is the context with which he remembers Lana? File folders?! ROTFL! I can see the visceral passion between the Lexana, LOL!

What? Don’t be pathetic, Lex! Start making plans to woo and WIN Chloe’s heart! Don’t just lie there like a lump and ‘pine’ for her! Start setting some evil, manipulative plans NOW!!!

oooh, short, but intense, Kimbo! I really enjoyed this part… Especially the little moment where Lex reached out to Chloe to protect her before the gas overcame him.

Heh, it must have been disconcerting… and probably a little scary for them to have woken up in a CEMETARY of all places. Lionel really has a sick sense of humour. You gotta love the magnificent bastard, LOL! I admired how Chloe was still able to see some humour in their situation… What a girl!

DAMN! I wish Chloe would have let him finish off his sentence… I wish he could have seen the hurt look on her face! I wish the two of them would have just KISSED each other!

Oh well, I guess neither of them feel like they’re ‘first choice’ with each other… especially now that they are no longer each other’s ‘only choice’. How tragic! I am VERY sure that Lex is in love with Chloe, and I’m sure that Chloe also has some feelings for Lex, and if given half the chance, the two of them can have a beautiful strong, loving relationship… If ONLY they would give it half a chance to grow into one.

Hmmm, I wonder what happens when Chloe finds out she’s pregnant. Does Lex chase after her, and she refuses thinking he only wants her because she ‘happens’ to be the mother of his child? Ooooh, more angst up ahead… and I can’t WAIT to see how it turns out.

Please update soon, Kimbo. This fic is getting better, more thrilling and interesting with every passing chapter, and I really want to see how it turns out in future chapters. Update SOON!!!

You are like a dog with a bone. You won't give up on the idea of Chloe being pregnant. :rofl:

somethingeasy

26th November 2007, 20:22

You are like a dog with a bone. You won't give up on the idea of Chloe being pregnant.

heh, I'm just rationally and objectively tallying up the facts and evidence and drawing my conclusions accordingly. I assure you that none of my own personal preferences colouring my opinions at all, lol! nope! Complete objectivity!

please update soon and prove me right, Kimbo :grin3:

toryjhay

26th November 2007, 20:51

they're finally free!!!! and yet there is the eventual onslaught of unresolved feelings between the two. i don't know how they can just go back. lionel made such a good decision trapping them together coz there is no way that chloe could go back to hating lex and lex won't be able to ignore her existence. amazing update as always!!!!!:D. specially intrigue with chloe's book concept.:grin3:

daria_103

27th November 2007, 01:28

I'm so glad I found this fic. That last chapter was so sad and so frustrating, I can't wait till they finally face up to their real feelings. All the comments I've read between the chapters have me convinced now too that Chloe is pregnant lol. Can't wait for the next update.

MelBee1985

27th November 2007, 06:56

Nice story so far... I love the idea of a trapped Clhex.. Now that they are free.. I wonder if Lex will break up with pink princess... And if Chloe will feel ashame for what she did (because despite what we feel... Lana is *sadly* her bestfriend)

Keep on :D

dagney

29th November 2007, 00:40

whaaaaaa more soon, i'm anxious to find out how others will respond to the chlex loving, and wonder which dufus will realize they love each other. dagney

malugargula

29th November 2007, 01:59

Wonderful chapter
Will they find out what really happened??? Will they tell each other how they feel???
:)
Please please more soon

dayamiracle

2nd December 2007, 07:43

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you for updating! They are free...sigh why do I think itll take Lex way to long to go after Chloe, or to dump Lana...maybe Lana moved on while he was away? Like with...actually I dont care who, maybe she and Pete got married in that month...that would be good, she'd be out of reach...well more out of reach....ok ok Im sure none of that will happen but hey a girl can dream cant she...Updat soon, I cant wait to see what Lional does next...cause Im sure he's not done...one way or another!

Jen1388

3rd December 2007, 14:36

Yeaaaaah baby! Been waiting for sooo long for this!

And was well worth the wait. LOVED the chapter... however still wanting to hear the 'revelation' convo between Lex and Chloe... we're still not certain what that was all about, but I love Angst!

Absolutely amazing story. Please pretty pretty please... update soon!!! I'll be here... waiting!!!!

kimbo

2nd January 2008, 06:19

Thanks for all of the feedback guys! I know its been forever since I last updated this fic, but that’s because I’ve been writing and writing and writing. I couldn’t stop. so here’s three chapters for you all to enjoy.

Chapter 10

They were in Holton, Kansas. At least that’s what the giant poster above the desk of the office they broke into happily informed them.

Chloe stood to the side as Lex used the out of date telephone to call god knows who. She knew she should feel ecstatic that she was finally free, but all she felt was dreadful. She hadn’t meant to say those things to Lex, but she couldn’t stand the way he had looked at her, his expression passive and blank. It was as if the past few weeks never happened and- she let her thoughts stop at the moment, not willing to think on things like that.

“There’s a Luthorcorp Service station ten miles from here,” Lex said as he turned to face her. “Someone will be here shortly to retrieve us.”

“You aren’t calling the police?” She asked surprised.

Lex gave her a odd look. “With the police comes press. I’d like to look more presentable when facing them Chloe.”

Chloe rolled her eyes to herself. Leave it to Lex to be worried about his appearance at a time like this. But then she looked down at herself, noting her too large t-shirt and sweatpants. She frowned down at her bare feet. She glanced up at Lex noting he too didn’t look all that great. “Fine.” She said softly.

Lex nodded and slid into the vacant seat next to her. They sat in silence for a long moment and Chloe looked up to see Lex watching her.

“What is it?”

Lex only shook his head a small smile coming onto his face. “This is the weirdest fucking kidnapping I’ve ever been subjected to.”

Chloe laughed shaking her head. “Tell me about it.” She glanced sideways at him. “At least it wasn’t all bad.”

Lex smiled at her. “No, I guess it wasn’t.”

Chloe had to look away from him when her stomach tightened at the expression on his face. She folded her hands in her lap as she heard him sigh.

“Chloe, we don’t have to-”

He trailed off when she shook her head.

“Don’t.” She said quietly. “Its better if you don’t.” She looked up at him with a serious expression. “Its better for the both of us if you just dropped it.”

Something flickered in Lex’s eyes as he nodded. “Okay.” He said softly. “You’re right.”

Chloe stared down at her hands for a long moment before she spoke again. “I think it’ll be a little hard to go back to hating you though.”

She glanced over at Lex to see a small smile on his face.

**********

“Mr. Luthor Can you tell us about your kidnapping?”

“Mr. Luthor, do you have any idea who would want to do this to you?”

Chloe wasn’t surprised when as soon as they touched foot in Metropolis the press was on Lex like the vultures that they were. She was less than surprised and relieved when the press completely ignored her.

She stood to the side and watched as Lex craftily avoided answering the reporters’ question. She smiled at him as he gave her a quick glance in her direction. However, her smile faded as Lana Lang rushed onto the scene and wrapped her arms around Lex’s neck. She turned away just as the press began to eat it up.

“Chloe!”

She was engulfed and lifted up into large familiar arms. She sighed as she returned Clark’s hug. “Hi Clark.” She breathed in his familiar clean scent.

Clark pulled her away from him so he could look at her, a large grin on his face. “I’ve missed you.”

She smiled down at him, realizing for the first time how much she actually missed him. She was surprised at how well she forced herself not to think about the outside world while being held prisoner. “I’ve missed you too.”

Clark’s grin widened as he pulled her in for another hug. “They thought you were dead, but I refused to believe it.”

“You’re hogging all of the hugs Smallville.”

Clark glared over his shoulder. “Just give me a minute Lois.”

Lois frowned and pulled on Clark’s arm. “It takes two seconds to hug someone. You’ve been hugging for almost five minutes now.”

Chloe wiggled in Clark’s embrace. “ I need to breathe Clark.”

“Oh, Sorry.” Clark said setting her down on her feet.

Chloe turned to her cousin with a wide smile and was engulfed in another hug.

Lois hugged Chloe tighter than Clark if possible. “You gotta stop disappearing like this.”

Chloe smiled. “Hi Lois.”

Lois pulled away from Chloe with a small smile. “Had me worried there for a second cousin.”

Chloe could see the slight distress on her face and she pulled Lois in for another hug, surprised to feel Lois shaking. She let out a puff of air as Lois squeezed her tighter. “I can’t breathe.”

“Sorry.” Lois apologized, letting Chloe go. She smiled. “I’m so glad you’re okay.”

“She’s not the only one.”

Chloe turned at the familiar voice and she smiled. “Dad!”

Gabe smiled as his daughter wrapped her arms around his neck. He returned her hug, nearly squeezing the life out of her. “You have no idea how happy I am right now.”

Chloe pulled away from her father so she could get a good look at him. Her smile faded as she realized how gray his hair looked, how aged and tired he looked. She knew it was because he was worried about her.

“Oh, dad.” She pulled him in for another hug.

“I had been calling you for a week straight, and when you didn’t return my calls, I figured you were busy like always. After another week I called Lois and she that you were away on an assignment. I knew she wasn’t telling me what was really going on.”

Lois shrugged sheepishly. “Kinda hard to lie to your dad. Besides I’m pretty sure he would’ve found out the truth when I used the excuse that you went to China.”

Chloe only smiled and tightened her hold on her father. “I’m sorry you were so worried. You look like crap.”

Gabe chuckled. “Thanks. I’m just glad you’re okay.” He pulled away to looked at her. “You’re okay right? You weren’t hurt were you?”

Chloe shook her head. “No, I’m fine.” She smiled an exhausted smile. “I just want to go home.”

“Alright,” Clark said, putting his jacket around her shoulders. “Lets go home.”

Chloe glanced behind her, sighing when she noticed Lex and Lana slide into the weighting limo. She knew she was right. It was best if they both just went back to their lives.

***********

“Living with Lex Luthor must’ve been the worst thing ever.” Lois commented.

Images of her time with Lex flashed through Chloe’s mind and she nodded. “Terrible.” She said flatly. “Just--horrible.”

Gabe shook his head. “Who would do such a thing? And what did you have to do with it?”

Chloe only shrugged. “Who knows. I just want to forget this ever happened.” She murmured softly.

Clark placed his hand on Chloe’s shoulder and squeezed. “Well, you’re here now. That’s all that matters.”

Chloe glanced up at Lois, who was smiling at her. She glanced over at Clark who’s smile was so bright it was beginning to hurt her eyes. She looked at her father who was smiling at her also. Chloe forced herself to return their happy smiles with one of her own. She didn’t want to think about how sick it made her feel inside.

*******

Chloe closed the bathroom door and leaned against it with a heavy sigh.

They were smothering her. Or at least that’s what it felt like to her. They were asking her so many questions that she didn’t want to answer, or couldn’t answer. She’d just gotten home, and all she wanted to do right now was rest; regardless if it was the same thing she had been doing for the past month.

She pushed off from the door and quickly stripped out of her clothes. She switched on the shower, turning to steaming hot like she liked it. She climbed inside and stood under the spray for twenty minutes, her mind turning on the images of Lex and Lana together.

She wondered why it bothered her so much. She wondered why she didn’t feel an ounce of guilt for sleeping with Lex like she thought she would when she saw Lana.

She lifted her face up to the spray and sighed as the water hit her face.

She wondered what Lex was doing right now.

*************

Lex quietly closed the door to his bedroom and twisted the lock for good measure. He toed his shoes off as he made his way toward his bed. He unbuttoned his shirt and dropped it onto chair beside his bed before collapsing face first on his bed.

He had spent the first hour explaining to Lana about he and Chloe’s ordeal. Another hour carefully avoiding any questions about what went on there. Another two hours comforting her while she cried on his shoulder about how much she missed him and how hard she tried at trying to find him with the help of Clark and Lois. How hard it was for her to be alone without his support.

He had realized, for the first time, just how tiresome it was talking to her.

But that wasn’t what had made him nearly run upstairs.

He had been staring into the fire, contemplating on what was his next move until he felt a small hand on his thigh. He looked down at that hand as it move higher and higher up his leg toward his stomach. She had nearly shoved her hand down his pants and he did the best thing he could do: Mumbled a few excuses about being tired and fled his office.

It was cowardly, that he knew, but she had touched him- He shuddered. It was like his little sister touching him. If he had a little sister. Now he was holed up in his room, not even sleepy like he claimed to be, wondering what the hell was wrong with him.

It wasn’t an exaggeration to say that Lex had been thinking about Chloe all night. As much as he tried not to think about his and Chloe’s time together, it was a lost cause to try and pursue anything with her.

After watching her reunion with her family, he had decided that it was best if he and Chloe went their separate ways. Despite the connection he believed they had, they were in two different worlds, outside of the tiny apartment they had shared for that month, he knew nothing would change now that they were out. Their were too many obstacles between them for anything to ever work.

That didn’t stop him from thinking about the way she felt underneath him or above him. Or even the way her lips felt against his own.

He glared at the ceiling before flinging the pillow against the wall in frustration. He couldn’t sleep, and for the first time in his life, his king size bed felt ridiculously large. So large that it made him realize how incredibly empty the right side was. Chloe had slept on the right side.

His glare turned back into a frown as he realized with startling clarity that he was lonely.

“I’m so screwed.” He muttered.

*******

“Fuck!” Chloe hissed as she tossed and turned for the tenth time tonight. She sat up and threw all of the extra pillows onto the floor.

She couldn’t sleep.

She glared over at Lois, who slept peacefully next to her. Sighing, she slipped out of bed and made her way into the kitchen to fix herself a glass of water. Her head hurt, her bed wasn’t as firm as- She shook her head, not bothering to finish those dangerous thoughts. She finished off her water and wrapped her arms around her waist.

“Chloe, sweet heart are you alright?”

Chloe glanced up to see Gabe watching her with a concerned frown. “I’m okay Dad. You should rest.”

Gabe smiled knowingly. “Can’t sleep?” He asked.

She shook her head. “No.”

He moved around her and into the kitchen. “Let me warm you up some milk.”

Chloe smiled as she watched her father move around the kitchen. It always warmed her insides when her father would go into his mothering mode. He always had to wear both hats after her mother left. She hadn’t realized until now just how good he was at it.

“You haven’t offered me warm milk since I was little.”

Gabe smiled and pressed the start button on the microwave. He turned back to the machine as it beeped its completion. “I just think its good to bring out old traditions.”

Chloe placed her glass of water onto the counter and took the offered glass of milk. “Thanks.”

He watched her silently for a long moment. “How are you really feeling Chlo? Are you okay?”

She only shrugged slightly. “I just want to get back to my life.”

“I understand.” He said with a nod. “I just wish you’d take my offer and come back to Edge City with me.”

She sighed. “My life is here Dad.”

Gabe held his hands up. “I understand. I just worry about you so much sometimes. And I hate it that you’ve been mixed up with a Luthor again.”

Chloe internally winced at those words. “I know, and I have no clue as to why this happened to me, but I think its better if I just-” She trailed off with a loud sigh, suddenly exhausted.

Gabe placed a hand on her shoulder. “You look tired honey. You should rest.”

She nodded and kissed his cheek. She finished off her milk and shuffled off to bed, her head feeling more clearer than before.

She could admit it would take some time to get used to being thrust back into her normal life. She would just have to get back into the swing of things. Tomorrow she would go visit her mother, then she would see if she still had that paid internship at the Planet.

*******

To think that it would be so simple for things to go back to normal like Chloe expected them to was quite laughable. At 7Am , she had walked out of her apartment and straight into the media melee waiting for her outside of the Talon.

“Ms. Sullivan, What is the relationship between you and Mr. Luthor?”

“Ms. Sullivan, is it true that you and Mr. Luthor have a past together?”

Cameras flashed, recorders and microphones were shoved into her face and for the first time ever, Chloe Sullivan hated reporters. She turned and fled back into the safety of her apartment, unsurprised to see Lois and her father waiting for her with concerned frowns.

******

Chapter 11

Chloe was surprised her job was still available and even more surprised when the position was offered back to her. She was excited, even though she had to get over the initial period of stares and whispered rumors because of the fact that she was held captive with Lex Luthor. Not to mention that neither she nor Lex won’t comment on anything that went on there only made it that much more intriguing and mysterious to those who wanted to know it all.

That was three weeks ago. Now, things had died down. Everyone had lost interest on the account that there was new news in Metropolis. For that, Chloe was grateful.

She was also grateful that her father finally went home. As much as she loved him, and as much as she enjoyed him taking care of her, she was beginning to feel smothered. She had to practically beg him to go back home after promising not to get kidnapped again, which was a hell of a promise to make considering her track record.

“Hey Chloe.”

Chloe looked up from her computer screen and smiled. “Hi Jimmy.”

“Some of us are going out to lunch, and I was wondering if you wanted to tag along?”

She shook her head. “I actually have to go out and cover an interview for Metro.”

“Alright.” Jimmy said with a nod. He smiled. “Well I’ll bring yah back something. Chocolate right?”

Chloe nodded. “Right.” She waved as he walked away. She was glad she told him she’d rather just be friends. She was surprised at how well he seemed to take it. She was even more surprised at how much he agreed with her, admitting to her how relieved he was that she’d told him that. She could admit it was nice to date Jimmy, but they were too different and attempting at being in a relationship with him was not the right idea for either of them.

Printing up the proofed article, she placed it to the side and glanced at the time. “Shit.” She whispered as she realized she was running late. She stood up, reaching for her purse, jacket and writing pad all at the same time. She had to go do that interview. Then she had an appointment with her Ethics and law in Journalism professor about making up the work she‘s missed. After that she had to visit her mother. She’d barely begun her day and already her head was spinning.

******
“Chloe Sullivan of the Daily Planet. Mr. Wilcox can you comment on the MTA raising their fair to one dollar?” Chloe followed the chairman of the Metropolis transit Authority through the lobby of his office.

Mr. Wilcox sighed. “The MTA cares about their employees and the only way to avoid a strike was to conduct a fair hike.”

Chloe nodded her head. “Yes, but was it necessary for you to receive a hundred thousand dollar salary increase Mr. Wilcox? According to recent statistics, that increase alone could have paid your employees as appose to the citizens of Metropolis who use the transit daily.”

“If you’d read your statistics correctly Ms. Sullivan, you would’ve noticed that we have over a million employees working for Metropolis alone. That would barely cover the costs.”

Chloe, realizing that he didn’t really answer her question continued. “Yes, But-” She trailed off as she was suddenly hit with a sense of vertigo. “Whoa.” She muttered, reaching for her head.

“Are you alright young lady?” Mr. Wilcox asked.

Chloe shook her head. “Excuse me.” She muttered and hurried into the bathroom so she could vomit up the coffee and blueberry muffin she had earlier that morning.

******

“Can I have a ginger ale please?”

She was exhausted. Which was strange for her considering she always had a lot of energy. Perhaps she was getting her period. She knew it was suppose to come in a few days.

“Chloe?”

She froze as the familiar smooth voice reached her ears. She slowly turned, her stomach clenching as she came face to face with Lex. He looked good, as usual, and his clothing was not short of immaculate, wearing a finely tailored suit, with a powdered blue button-down shirt peeking from the lapels. The soft smile on his face made him look approachable. Much different from the usual sharp expressionless in-control business man.

“Lex,” She said, giving herself points on the fact that her voice sounded normal. “Hi.”

“Hi.” he repeated. “I was across the street when I saw your car. Just wanted to stop in and see how you were doing.”

She smiled slightly touched. “Oh, I’m okay. How are you?”

“I’m good.” He said nodding. “I’ve been busy.”

She nodded. “That’s understandable. Me too.”

“I heard you’d gotten your job back.”

Her smile widened. “Yeah. Surprisingly the position was still open.”

He nodded. “That’s great.”

They were both silent for a long moment, both feeling too awkward to know what to say next.

“Well,” they said at the same time.

Chloe smiled, a small blush coming to her cheeks. “Sorry.”

Lex shook his head. “No that’s- you look good Chloe.”

She felt the familiar flutter in her stomach and she cursed her lack of vocabulary at the moment. “Thanks. You too.”

They were both quiet for a long moment before Lex stepped closer with a small confident smile.

“Chloe, I have to tell you that I’ve-”

“Chloe?”

Chloe’s eyes strayed over Lex’s shoulder and she sighed to herself as she spotted Clark walking In their direction.

“Hi Clark.”

Clark smiled down at her before turning to glare at Lex. “What do you want?”

Lex smirked. “Hello Clark. I was just going.” He nodded to Chloe. “Chloe, it was nice seeing you again.”

“Okay.” Was all she said. She watched as he turned to go. She glanced up at Clark, who seemed to be making sure Lex was leaving.

“What did he want?” He asked turning to face her.

Chloe shrugged, still glancing in the direction Lex had gone. “Just wanted to say hello.”

Clark frowned down at her. “For what?” He asked glancing back at the door.

Chloe only rolled her eyes and sighed heavily. “What’s up Clark?” She asked ignoring his previous question.

He blinked down at her before smiling. “I need your help with something.”

“Of course.” she said with a shake of her head. “I hope its something non complicated because I’m kind of falling asleep as I’m talking to you.”

Clark nodded as he followed her up the stairs to her apartment. “I didn’t want to say anything, but you look kind of crappy.”

“Oh gee thanks.” She mumbled.

Chapter 12

Chloe remembered reading somewhere that one moment can decide the way the rest of your life will be. As she stared down at the plus sign on the white stick in her hand, she was sure that this was one of those moments.

She had been sick for the past two weeks. She had thought the vomiting was from something she ate or maybe a bug. She had been sure the soreness and tiredness she felt throughout her body was the flu.

Lois had mentioned it wasn’t the flu season.

She should’ve known something was wrong the moment she devoured Lois’s cooking at dinner. Lois had given her a funny look when she went for seconds.

“I can’t even finish firsts Chlo.”

She was so tired, she would fall asleep halfway through her schoolwork.

Lois had made a joke about maybe her being pregnant.

She had laughed and snorted. “Yeah right.”

Her laughter and smile had faded as she realized

She nor Lex hadn’t been careful while they were held in captivity, which was stupid on both of their parts, but she was on the shot. Of course she discovered that didn’t matter when she’d looked at her planner and discovered that on the day of their last night together, it had been over four months since she had her last shot. She had no clue how this was even possible. She had been sure it would take almost a year before she could get pregnant on the account of her not receiving a shot.

“Oh fuck.” She whispered as she slowly slid onto the floor, her eyes wide.

She couldn’t have a baby. She wasn’t ready for a child, she knew nothing about children. More importantly, she couldn’t have Lex Luthor’s child. Thinking it frightened her more than ever. She’d been avoiding thinking about him for the past month and a half.

She couldn’t breathe. She could feel herself hyperventilating as tears fell down her cheeks.

*****

“Chloe?” Lois called as she entered her apartment. She placed her grocery bags onto the counter and made her way towards the opened bathroom door. “I bought you that disgusting frozen pizza you seem to like so much lately.”

She knocked twice before peeking her head inside. “Hey you-” She trailed off as she looked down at her cousin, who sat on the floor, her face buried in her hands.

She pushed further into the bathroom and kneeled down in front of Chloe.

“Chloe?” She said softly, gently tapping her cousin’s shoulder. “Are you okay Chlo?” Her worry rose as Chloe suddenly threw her arms around her neck and sobbed into her shoulder, mumbling incoherently.

Lois frowned as she patted her cousin’s back awkwardly. “I don’t understand a word you’re saying. You have to tell me what’s wrong so that I can help.”

Chloe pulled away and shoved the pregnancy test into Lois’s hands.

Lois stared down at the white stick confused. “What is-” Her eyes widened in surprise. “Oh.” She said softly. “Oh! Oh my god Chloe!” Lois stared down at her in shock. “Is this what I think it is?”

Chloe buried her face in her hands and cried some more.

“How?” Lois asked then shook her head. “I mean I know how, but with who and when I mean-this couldn’t possibly be right.”

“I took three of them.” Chloe said through her hands. “They all came out the same.”

“Oh.” Lois said, not knowing what else to say. “Well…Chloe who?”

Chloe gave her a look of misery.

Lois thought for a short moment before her eyes widened. “Tell me everything.”

*********

“I don‘t even know why we-It was just I thought-I was sure we were going to die.” Chloe finished softly.

Lois slowly shook her head as she took in the story. “Wow,” She said softly. “And I knew you were looking particularly sexed that night.”

“Lois!”

Lois winced. “Sorry sorry.” She gave her cousin a sideways glance. “So what are you going to do Chlo?”

Chloe shook her head. “I don’t know. I know I’m not ready for a baby. I don’t have any money with bills and half of the rent I’m paying you.” She trailed off and sighed sadly. “I barely have enough for myself.”

Lois stared at her for a long moment. “There is Lex. You know, the father.”

Chloe glared at her.

“I’m just saying.” Lois said holding up her hands. “You know you have options Chloe. It is your body you’re dealing with.”

Chloe shook her head. “I know all of that already. I just don’t know what I’m going to do.”

“Which leads us back to Lex.” Lois stared at her.

Chloe shook her head. “I can’t tell him.” She said softly. “I can‘t. I-”

Lois stared at her hard for a long moment. “Do you-do you love him Chloe?” She asked softly. She winced at her next words. “I mean, its okay if you do.”

Tears rolled down her cheeks as she shrugged. “Do I love him?” She repeated the question with a deep frown. “How can you even ask me that?”

Lois shrugged softly. “Maybe you should talk to him.”

“I can’t.” She said shaking her head again. “He’s already with Lana, I won’t do that.”

“He slept with you Chloe.” Lois cut in with a glare. “More than once. That line is already crossed.”

Despite herself, a deep guilt surfaced inside her stomach.

“I’m not trying to make you feel bad Chloe.” Lois said softly. “Because these things happen and you and I both know that Lana and Lex’s relationship is kind of a sham.”

Chloe laughed at that. “I’d never thought my life would turn out this way.”

Lois snorted. “Yeah well, that Sullivan luck of yours strikes again.” She put her arm around Chloe’s shoulders. “Here’s what we’ll do. I’ll put on that horrible pizza you like, make you some green tea, and then I’ll call the hospital and make an appointment for you to see the doctor.”

Chloe smiled feeling slightly better despite the situation. “Thanks Lo.”

Lois only smiled, although on the inside she was slowly freaking out.

**********

He had considered sending her flowers, but nixed the idea as an image of her laughing at him floated through his mind.

He was sure she would laugh at him and that certainly wasn’t the reaction he was looking for.

He then considered sending her a diamond bracelet, but then nixed that idea when he considered his reputation with diamonds. He had thought of every possible avenue in order to get Chloe to realize how he truly felt about her, but he couldn’t come up with one.

It was quite frustrating because he usually knew what to do when it came to getting something he wanted. Someone he wanted. Most times all it took was one look from him and he could have any woman he wanted whenever he wanted.

Chloe was an exception. She was different from all the other women he’d been with. He was embarrassed to admit that he had no idea how to approach her on this subject. He knew they didn’t have a friendship, just a tentative politeness whenever they managed to bump into each other which was more times than not lately on account of him being at the Talon every morning at the same time.

He didn’t know what to do when it came to Chloe, but he knew who he had to get rid of before he attempted to pursue anything.

He glanced up from his dinner plate and glanced over at Lana who merrily chatted about her day as if he had been listening for the past twenty minutes.

“So Nell’s thinking about opening up a flower shop in Metropolis. I think she’s getting bored with being a stay at home wife. I just told her that-”

“I don’t love you.” The words slipped out of his mouth without regret. He waited, watching as Lana’s expression changed from happy to surprise in a matter of minutes.

“What did you say?”

Lex let out a small breath as he sat back in his chair. “When you decided to be with me Lana, all you asked was that I always be honest with you.”

Lana nodded. “Yes. I did, but I don’t-I don’t understand what-”

“I think,” Lex cut in. “Its time that we start being honest with ourselves and each other. Don’t you?”

She nodded with a confused frown. “Yes, Lex, but I don’t understand what you mean.”

He knew honesty was never his strong suit, but something told him this was the preface to him getting what he so richly desired. He looked at her seriously. “I have to tell you something Lana.”

***********

“Okay. Judging from the Sonogram you’re about A month a long. Give or take a few days.” The doctor smiled at Chloe, who sat quietly on the exam table.

“I’ve written you a prescription for prenatal vitamins that I want you to start taking right away.”

Chloe only nodded, taking the prescription doctor Garner handed her.

“Here’s a list of bad foods that you can’t have as well as a nutrition guideline book for you to look through.”

Dazed, Chloe took that as well. Everything was moving so fast, her mind was trying to grasp the reality of what was happening to her.

Doctor Garner stared at Chloe with a small gentle smile. “You know I’ve noticed that you’re a woman of few words.”

“Not usually.” Chloe said quietly. She looked down at the paper she held in her hand, catching sight of the small baby on the nutrition book, she felt her eyes start the tear up.

Doctor Garner placed her hand on Chloe’s knee. “I know its a lot to take in Chloe, but you’ll be okay.”

Chloe could only stare at Doctor garner, silently wondering if she knew how wrong she was.

***************

Constant exhaustion was not something Chloe was used to. She glanced at her cell phone as she slowly made her way up the stairs towards her apartment. All she could think about was having that large turkey sandwich she saved from last night before she fell into a deep nap.

She’d rarely had any appetite as of late and she was losing weight because of it, but this week had been a good week for her because she’d barely been sick at all and she had been able to actually enjoy the food she craved without vomiting it up twenty minutes later.

She paused as she reached the top step as she watched Clark pace in front of her door back and forth. “Clark?”

Clark paused, his expression demanding. “Is it true Chloe? Did you sleep with Lex?”

‘Oh fuck.’ she thought to herself. “That’s really none of your business Clark.”

Clark, who noticed she didn’t deny his accusation, followed her into her apartment. “Chloe!”

Chloe calmly placed her coat and bag onto the couch before turning to face Clark with a glare on her face, and with a calm tone she replied. “I told you Clark, its really none of your business.”

Clark shook his head. “I thought Lana was exaggerating when she told me, but judging from your reaction-”

“Lana?” Chloe cut in surprised. “What does-” She trailed off at Clark’s look. “Don’t look at me that way Clark.”

Clark frowned at her. “I don’t understand Chloe. Why would you do that to Lana? She’s your-”

“I’m not perfect Clark!” I damn well don’t pretend to be. I know there’s no excuse for what I did, and I won’t come up with one, but I won’t have you or anyone else judging me.” She could feel the tears threatening to fall, and she cursed her hormones. She turned away from him and crossed her arms in front of her chest.

Clark was silent for a long moment before he spoke. “Of all the people Chloe-” He trailed off. “He told her he was in love with you.”

She turned to face him with an incredulous expression on her face. “He what?!” She asked.

“He told Lana he was in love with you Chloe. He broke it off with her and now she’s really upset-although I think she‘s more upset that it was you and not upset that Lex dumped her-”

Chloe could only stare at Clark in shock. “Why would he do that?” She asked no one in particular. “Why would he say that?” she glanced back at Clark who was watching her with disappointed eyes.

“I don’t even know why you-”He trailed off at her look. “Chloe, do you feel-”

“No.” she cut in softly. “I don’t even- I was ready to move on from this Clark.” She sat down onto the couch with a small huff. “We were alone for a whole month; stuck in one small space with each other. Do you know what that does to a person?”

Clark sat next to her. “So, if it was you and me?”

She lifted her head to glare at him.

He shrugged. "Fair enough. I would've gotten us out of there."

“Everything is so messed up.” She whispered. She glanced up at Clark. “Do you hate me?”

Clark shook his head. “No. I’m not angry either, which is surprising. I’m just confused. Shocked. A little freaked out.”

Chloe placed her head in her hands as she felt the beginnings of a migraine. She really wanted to move on. Now she was thrown into some sort of weird love triangle, which really wasn’t a triangle when it had four people involved. She was going to kill Lex.

***********

Playing four suit spider solitaire while pretending to look busy was one of Lex’s favorite past times. He frowned in annoyance as he clicked on the deck to give him more cards for him to organize. He glanced up and smiled in surprise when the front door of his office opened. He quickly canceled his game and stood up.

“Chloe,” He greeted softly. “This is a pleasant surprise.” He walked around his desk to stand in front of her, noting for the first time the angry expression on her face. “What-”

“You told Lana you were in love with me.”

He smiled at her “That’s because I am.”

Chloe growled in frustration. “No you’re not. Do you even know how insane that sounds?”

He chuckled. “Chloe, I know this must be a lot to take in now, but I know how I feel about you. I have very strong feelings for you and I won’t deny it any longer.”

He watched in amusement as she threw her arms up in obvious exasperation.

“That’s it,” she said turning back toward him. “How can you lov-” she struggled with the words. “feel that way about me? Weren’t you just madly in love with Lana?”

Lex smiled and shook his head. “I thought Lana was what I wanted. What I needed. I settled for being with her because I was tired of searching. I was blinded with what I thought would be a perfect relationship, even though I knew in my heart that I felt nothing for her.”

Chloe stared him at him silently for a long moment before she shook her head. “That is the dumbest thing I’ve ever heard. You don’t even know anything about me!”

He smiled. “I know you like your eggs with lots of pepper. Your favorite color is orange and you think yoga is for posers. Shall I go on? because I know lots more.”
She gritted her teeth in frustration. “had we not been stuck in that place we would’ve never been-You would still be with Lana and hadn’t even thought twice about me.”

He placed his hand on her shoulders, ignoring the way she tensed. “You’re right,” he said. “But Chloe, these things happen for a reason. Don’t you see? We shared a bond while we were locked away in that place.” He smiled at her. “I’ve never felt this way about anyone-”

She snorted at that.

He shook his head. “You have no idea that I-Chloe, when we made love-”

“Fucked.” She corrected angrily. “We fucked and it was good. Great even, but that’s all it was Lex. Just sex and nothing more, with an end result in-” She trailed off not daring to finish.

Lex frowned at that. “An end result in what Chloe?”

Chloe only shook her head and to her horror she felt the familiar beginnings of her daily nausea which would very soon turn into her vomiting her breakfast up. “Oh no.” she muttered placing a hand over her mouth.

Lex frowned at her and reached for her as she swayed on her feet. She was pale, he noted, and turning paler by the minute. “Chloe, are you?”

“I need to sit down.” She mumbled from behind her mouth.

Lex helped her onto his couch and leaned down to get a better look at her. “Are you sick?”

She glared at him silently.

“Okay,” he said. “Do you want something? some ginger ale? that’s good for-” He trailed off when she leaned over and vomited on his four hundred dollar Armani shirt.

***********

Chloe, too tired and afraid to move off of the couch, watched as Lex reentered his office, freshly showered and newly dressed.

“Sorry about your shirt.” Chloe apologized and Lex shrugged.

“That’s quite alright,” he said with a slight grimace “lets just not mention it again. Okay?”

She smiled wryly at him.

Lex returned her smile, and once again leaned down to look at her. “Are you feeling better?”

That was a funny question considering the way things were for her now. “I won’t vomit if that’s what you’re asking.” But she wouldn’t move, not yet anyway. She’d usually stay in bed for a few hours after one of these moments until her mind stopped spinning.

She glanced over at him frowning at the way he was watching her. “What?”

He shook his head as he laughed. “I can’t believe you vomited on me.”

She smiled and laughed softly herself. “Well now you can keep the vomit shirt as a souvenir.”

He shook his head. “No. I’ve requested that it be burned. Maybe I’ll keep the ashes though.”

For the first time in weeks she actually giggled.

Lex smiled. “I’ve missed that laugh.”

Her laughter stopped abruptly. “Lex-”

“Chloe, I know I’ve probably frightened you away but I- maybe we could be friends-” He trailed off at her expression. “What?”

She sighed and reached into her purse. “Here,” she said handing him a card. “Meet me at this address on that day and time.”

Lex turned to card over in his hand. “Dr. Garner? Chloe what is this?”

She smiled sadly at him. “The end result.”

TBC

Avalanche

2nd January 2008, 07:07

Great Caesar's ghost that was spectacular! Most definitely worth the wait. And that twist was simply fantastic! Cannot wait until your next update.

MelBee1985

2nd January 2008, 07:43

Every act has a consequence. Even them can't escape it. Unless it's a fake pregnancy! lol

Great update. You really were on fire!!!

He had realized, for the first time, just how tiresome it was talking to her [Lana].

Haha I laughed so much!

He glanced up from his dinner plate and glanced over at Lana who merrily chatted about her day as if he had been listening for the past twenty minutes.

“So Nell’s thinking about opening up a flower shop in Metropolis. I think she’s getting bored with being a stay at home wife. I just told her that-”

“I don’t love you.” The words slipped out of his mouth without regret. He waited, watching as Lana’s expression changed from happy to surprise in a matter of minutes.

I can't imagine Lana having an interesting conversation. Seriously... Lex is a bright man... How can he really love that girl!

“No.” she cut in softly. “I don’t even- I was ready to move on from this Clark.” She sat down onto the couch with a small huff. “We were alone for a whole month; stuck in one small space with each other. Do you know what that does to a person?”

Clark sat next to her. “So, if it was you and me?”

She lifted her head to glare at him.

He shrugged. "Fair enough. I would've gotten us out of there."

I loved that part... I can so imagine the look on her face...

You should have poste the 3 chapters on 3 different days.. coz now I want more already :D

lj715

2nd January 2008, 08:08

WOW & OMG!!!!! Three excellent, excellent chapters...I am so happy!. I'll try to write the thoughts I had while reading:

1) Lana....ick.

2) OMG...CHLOE IS PREGNANT!!!

3) Lois actually was there for Chloe.

4) Clark is an idiot & why does Chloe care if Clark hates her.

5) Omg, Lex told Lana he's not in love with her & loves Chloe..woohoo!

6) It's gonna be good when Lex finds out what the end result is.

Can't wait until you update again.

westwingwolf

2nd January 2008, 14:44

Yay! 3 Chapters! So great to see Gabe and Lois supporting Chloe. Damn Clark for suspecting that Lex is up to something when he's the one going to Chloe to get work out of her. Damn him again for being an ass. Damn Lana for thinking of herself and not caring about the fact that her and Lex broke up but that she got dumped. I don't think she's upset that Chloe betrayed her, I think she's upset that Lex chose Chloe over her. And I think Clark's more upset that Lana was hurt rather than worrying about Chloe. Thank God Lex was smart enough to dump Lana first, though he should have never dated her in the first place. Now I can't wait to see how Lex reacts to the news and if Lionel is ever found out to be the person who set this all up.

Somethingeasy, do you still win your bet because Chloe is pregnant even though that's not Lex's revelation?

hfce

2nd January 2008, 16:34

LOL!!! OH MY GOD SOMETHINGEASY You can gloat now!! :rofl: You were right even though Lex revelation was love not baby. :rofl: That was the best three updates ever!!!! I loved it and I am so glad Chloe told him instead of hiding it. I hate stories where she hides it until she can't. I love how Lex told her right away he is in love with her and didn't hide it. The vomit scene was hilarious. Lex better get used to it when the baby comes. That baby will be messing with a lot of his shirts. :D

Lionel is going to be so proud of what he has done. Lord Lex and Chloe are going to kill him when they find out. Gab is going to kill both Lex and Lionel. :rofl:

You need to give us three more updates quickly. I need to know what Lex will say to this consequence.

Kit Merlot

2nd January 2008, 17:43

Kimbo, three excellent updates!

So many awesome things happened in these chapters. I liked that you explained why Chloe wasn't too worried about Lex's not using a condom when they slept together. Chloe was sure that she was protected through her shot, but it turns out that she miscalculated.

Somethingeasy called Chloe's pregnancy from the beginning--great work Sabrina:D

I liked your version of Lois in this story: she loves Chloe, and is very protective of her, and most of all, she's standing by Chloe through her pregnancy. I hope Gabe is as understanding. I know that he loves Chloe, but he probably won't want her involved with Lex again. And now there's a baby.

Clark ticks me off: first he's hugging Chloe and telling her he missed her, and then he's yelling at her for hurting Lana by sleeping with Lex. What a jackass!

But Lex completely rocks! He told Lana point blank that he doesn't love her, but that he's in love with Chloe. And my favorite part was how turned off he was by Lana's sexual advances--take that Lang!! WOO HOO!!

I am glad that Chloe is telling Lex about the pregnancy instead of trying to handle all of it on her own. Lex is the father and he needs to know about the baby. And now he can start wooing her in earnest;)

This story is just lovely, and you are doing an excellent job with it--WELL DONE!!

somethingeasy

3rd January 2008, 00:03

squeee! You updated, Kimbo! Not only that, but it was a healthy LONG update. I don’t quite understand why you kept sitting on these completed chapters for so long only to release them all in a rush together… but it made for a longer read for me, so I’m satisfied, LOL!

“You aren’t calling the police?” She asked surprised.

Lex gave her a odd look. “With the police comes press. I’d like to look more presentable when facing them Chloe.”

Chloe rolled her eyes to herself. Leave it to Lex to be worried about his appearance at a time like this. But then she looked down at herself, noting her too large t-shirt and sweatpants. She frowned down at her bare feet. She glanced up at Lex noting he too didn’t look all that great. “Fine.” She said softly.

LOL! Very nice! I admire how Lex can keep his calm and perspective… not to mention his regard for the media and his portrayal there within during this very disconcerting time. You can really love and HATE a guy who can keep his cool where other people would be having emotional breakdowns and freakout sessions, LOL!

Lex only shook his head a small smile coming onto his face. “This is the weirdest fucking kidnapping I’ve ever been subjected to.”

Chloe laughed shaking her head. “Tell me about it.” She glanced sideways at him. “At least it wasn’t all bad.”

Lex smiled at her. “No, I guess it wasn’t.”

Chloe had to look away from him when her stomach tightened at the expression on his face. She folded her hands in her lap as she heard him sigh.

“Chloe, we don’t have to-”

He trailed off when she shook her head.

“Don’t.” She said quietly. “Its better if you don’t.” She looked up at him with a serious expression. “Its better for the both of us if you just dropped it.”

Something flickered in Lex’s eyes as he nodded. “Okay.” He said softly. “You’re right.”

DARN it! I was getting hopeful for a moment with the two of them connecting with each other… only to be devastated when they both shut each other out again.

LOL! ok, I lie! I love the misunderstanding taking place between them, and how they have a LOT more angsty miscommunication to wade through before they finally get to their happy ending… Let’s see them twist and suffer in anguish before finally letting them settle into a happy relationship, LOL!

She smiled down at him, realizing for the first time how much she actually missed him. She was surprised at how well she forced herself not to think about the outside world while being held prisoner. “I’ve missed you too.”

Clark’s grin widened as he pulled her in for another hug. “They thought you were dead, but I refused to believe it.”

“You’re hogging all of the hugs Smallville.”

Clark glared over his shoulder. “Just give me a minute Lois.”

Lois frowned and pulled on Clark’s arm. “It takes two seconds to hug someone. You’ve been hugging for almost five minutes now.”

Chloe wiggled in Clark’s embrace. “ I need to breathe Clark.”

“Oh, Sorry.” Clark said setting her down on her feet.

Chloe turned to her cousin with a wide smile and was engulfed in another hug.

Lois hugged Chloe tighter than Clark if possible. “You gotta stop disappearing like this.”

Chloe smiled. “Hi Lois.”

Oh, this was PERFECT! I was a ‘little’ irritated about how the media had completely shoved aside and ignored Chloe to only focus on Lex. After all, CHLOE has also been through an ordeal, and there’s no reason not to give her some attention too!

But then I Clark came on the scene, and I saw the varied kinds of attention being given to Lex and Chloe… Lex was greeted by having cameras and interrogatory questions shoved in his face, not to mention Blana (ugh) throwing her needy, attention-seeking self into his arms… and Chloe was greeted by the warm comfortable, safe, supportive and reassuring presence of her most beloved friends and family. There is absolutely NO comparison about how got the better homecoming.

Hmmm, no Lionel yet, huh? I guess he’s biding his time…?

Chloe pulled away from her father so she could get a good look at him. Her smile faded as she realized how gray his hair looked, how aged and tired he looked. She knew it was because he was worried about her.

oh poor Gabe… I didn’t even consider this! All this time, I’ve been cheering on Lionel’s desperate plan, but now I think I really HATE the bastard for what he did hiding Chloe away from her family, without considering what her abduction and disappearance might do to them.

Heh, but then again, he IS the Magnificent Bastard… the word ‘consideration’ is not really in his vocabulary as used by ‘normal’ people, LOL!

“I had been calling you for a week straight, and when you didn’t return my calls, I figured you were busy like always. After another week I called Lois and she that you were away on an assignment. I knew she wasn’t telling me what was really going on.”

Lois shrugged sheepishly. “Kinda hard to lie to your dad. Besides I’m pretty sure he would’ve found out the truth when I used the excuse that you went to China.”

ROTFL! I really liked how Lois tried to spare Gabe from the news that his only daughter was missing, and I was LOL at the pathetic lies she kept coming up with to allay his suspicions, ROTFL!

They were smothering her. Or at least that’s what it felt like to her. They were asking her so many questions that she didn’t want to answer, or couldn’t answer. She’d just gotten home, and all she wanted to do right now was rest; regardless if it was the same thing she had been doing for the past month.

She pushed off from the door and quickly stripped out of her clothes. She switched on the shower, turning to steaming hot like she liked it. She climbed inside and stood under the spray for twenty minutes, her mind turning on the images of Lex and Lana together.

It was great hearing about Chloe adjusting back to life where she got all her loved ones back, but no more Lex. It was great to hear about how everyone has been fussing over her, and really quite funny on how Chloe was feeling stifled from everyone’s attention. LOL! Chloe has gotten far too used to dealing with everything on her own to be able to handle attention like this without feeling uncomfortable.

Not to mention the fact that she misses Lex. It’s obvious that Chloe is not in love with him… or at least not ‘acknowledged’ that she’s in love with Lex, but she most definitely misses him, and wishes that he was there with her again. Heh, hang strong, Chloe… just wait a little while longer and you’ll have Lex coming in begging to be a part of your life again very soon, LOL!

He had spent the first hour explaining to Lana about he and Chloe’s ordeal. Another hour carefully avoiding any questions about what went on there. Another two hours comforting her while she cried on his shoulder about how much she missed him and how hard she tried at trying to find him with the help of Clark and Lois. How hard it was for her to be alone without his support.

He had realized, for the first time, just how tiresome it was talking to her.

But that wasn’t what had made him nearly run upstairs.

He had been staring into the fire, contemplating on what was his next move until he felt a small hand on his thigh. He looked down at that hand as it move higher and higher up his leg toward his stomach. She had nearly shoved her hand down his pants and he did the best thing he could do: Mumbled a few excuses about being tired and fled his office.

ROTFL! Lex has FINALLY gained some sense and figured out what tedious, intolerable company Blana really is. About time… I feel like I’m being a little mean towards Lana… but honestly, Lex has been kidnapped and held prisoner for thirty days and SHE was the one who needed comfort and support from him?

And I was ROTFLMAO at the way Lex ran away when Lana starting making some moves on him. LOL! Is it really surprising that Lex would loathe the touch of any other woman now that he’s had a taste of Chloe? It was VERY satisfying to watch him adjusting to this completely new mind-set he’s been thrown into.

It wasn’t an exaggeration to say that Lex had been thinking about Chloe all night. As much as he tried not to think about his and Chloe’s time together, it was a lost cause to try and pursue anything with her.

After watching her reunion with her family, he had decided that it was best if he and Chloe went their separate ways. Despite the connection he believed they had, they were in two different worlds, outside of the tiny apartment they had shared for that month, he knew nothing would change now that they were out. Their were too many obstacles between them for anything to ever work.

awww, poor woobie Lex. He believes himself to be unworthy of pursuing Chloe… that he doesn’t have anything to offer her beyond physical satisfaction. I can’t really blame him considering how Chloe cut him off from any declarations he ‘might’ have been trying to make after they had been freed. He might have also sensed that she wasn’t in the right place to return his feelings… not yet anyway.

That didn’t stop him from thinking about the way she felt underneath him or above him. Or even the way her lips felt against his own.

He glared at the ceiling before flinging the pillow against the wall in frustration. He couldn’t sleep, and for the first time in his life, his king size bed felt ridiculously large. So large that it made him realize how incredibly empty the right side was. Chloe had slept on the right side.

His glare turned back into a frown as he realized with startling clarity that he was lonely.

“I’m so screwed.” He muttered.

It was awesome reading about how intensely Lex was missing Chloe. He was desperately lonely for everything that she was, not only her body and the physical pleasure she could bring him, but also her company. I loved reading about how ridiculously large and empty his bed felt without Chloe… LOL! Give it time, Lex… you’ll be very grateful for the ridiculous size of the bed when Chloe comes back into your life to participate in sexual acrobatics on it, LOL!

“Fuck!” Chloe hissed as she tossed and turned for the tenth time tonight. She sat up and threw all of the extra pillows onto the floor.

She couldn’t sleep.

This was a perfect segue into Chloe’s POV. I loved how they both are linked together by being too uncomfortable and lonely to get some proper rest.

He moved around her and into the kitchen. “Let me warm you up some milk.”

Chloe smiled as she watched her father move around the kitchen. It always warmed her insides when her father would go into his mothering mode. He always had to wear both hats after her mother left. She hadn’t realized until now just how good he was at it.

Awww, dear sweet Daddy-Gabe! I’ve REALLY missed him, and it’s delightful seeing him being a loving, doting dad again. Chloe really needs some parental love in her life.

Gabe held his hands up. “I understand. I just worry about you so much sometimes. And I hate it that you’ve been mixed up with a Luthor again.”

Chloe internally winced at those words. “I know, and I have no clue as to why this happened to me, but I think its better if I just-” She trailed off with a loud sigh, suddenly exhausted.

Gabe was being so sweet, I was almost expecting Chloe to break down and start crying on his shoulder about how she was missing Lex. But I guess the news ‘I was spooning Lex during captivity’ would be an awkward discussion for the Sullivans to cover, LOL!

Cameras flashed, recorders and microphones were shoved into her face and for the first time ever, Chloe Sullivan hated reporters. She turned and fled back into the safety of her apartment, unsurprised to see Lois and her father waiting for her with concerned frowns.

heh, I DID think Chloe had gotten off a little too easy from the news media with regards to her abduction and all the time spent alone with Lex Luthor. I guess it’s about time that even the slowest news-buzzards figured out there was a story to be had from Chloe Sullivan.

Chloe was surprised her job was still available and even more surprised when the position was offered back to her. She was excited, even though she had to get over the initial period of stares and whispered rumors because of the fact that she was held captive with Lex Luthor. Not to mention that neither she nor Lex won’t comment on anything that went on there only made it that much more intriguing and mysterious to those who wanted to know it all.

I was really happy to hear that Chloe was appreciated enough in a professional capacity to have no problem in getting her internship back… although the cynical part of me couldn’t help but wonder whether the editor was hoping to persuade her into writing an exclusive account of her ‘Thirty Days with a Luthor’. Still, no editor has been harassing her yet, so I guess that’s just my paranoia speaking, LOL!

She was also grateful that her father finally went home. As much as she loved him, and as much as she enjoyed him taking care of her, she was beginning to feel smothered. She had to practically beg him to go back home after promising not to get kidnapped again, which was a hell of a promise to make considering her track record.

ROTFL! How DOES someone keep faithful to a promise to ‘not be kidnapped’ again anyway? Do you tell the kidnappers about the deal and ask them to help you honour it? LOL!

Chloe nodded. “Right.” She waved as he walked away. She was glad she told him she’d rather just be friends. She was surprised at how well he seemed to take it. She was even more surprised at how much he agreed with her, admitting to her how relieved he was that she’d told him that. She could admit it was nice to date Jimmy, but they were too different and attempting at being in a relationship with him was not the right idea for either of them.

hmmm, interesting! It seems like Chloe has not only distanced her father from her life, but also Jimmy… Perhaps she’s subconsciously making room for a new person? Like a very sexy, bald billionaire? ;)

“Chloe Sullivan of the Daily Planet. Mr. Wilcox can you comment on the MTA raising their fair to one dollar?” Chloe followed the chairman of the Metropolis transit Authority through the lobby of his office.

Mr. Wilcox sighed. “The MTA cares about their employees and the only way to avoid a strike was to conduct a fair hike.”

Chloe nodded her head. “Yes, but was it necessary for you to receive a hundred thousand dollar salary increase Mr. Wilcox? According to recent statistics, that increase alone could have paid your employees as appose to the citizens of Metropolis who use the transit daily.”

Squeee! Chloe’s back in her vicious truth-seeking shark mode again. It’s awesome to watch!

Chloe, realizing that he didn’t really answer her question continued. “Yes, But-” She trailed off as she was suddenly hit with a sense of vertigo. “Whoa.” She muttered, reaching for her head.

“Are you alright young lady?” Mr. Wilcox asked.

Chloe shook her head. “Excuse me.” She muttered and hurried into the bathroom so she could vomit up the coffee and blueberry muffin she had earlier that morning.

Yes, yes YES!!! Ok, I’m sympathetic about Chloe getting distracted in the middle of her hard hitting interview, but I knew IMMEDIATELY that this was a pregnancy induced sickness, and I was SO happy about this latest complication being introduced into the fic… I was dancing with delight about all the angst and drama that was to follow!

She was exhausted. Which was strange for her considering she always had a lot of energy. Perhaps she was getting her period. She knew it was suppose to come in a few days.

LOL! I don’t think so, Chloe… try again in another eight months or so *gleeful laughter*

She froze as the familiar smooth voice reached her ears. She slowly turned, her stomach clenching as she came face to face with Lex. He looked good, as usual, and his clothing was not short of immaculate, wearing a finely tailored suit, with a powdered blue button-down shirt peeking from the lapels. The soft smile on his face made him look approachable. Much different from the usual sharp expressionless in-control business man.

Oh dear heavens, that was a irresistibly SEXY visual of Lex… I can’t imagine how Chloe managed to resist jumping him. Heh, perhaps the churning feeling in her stomach is helping her keep in control? Very useful this morning sickness when one wants to control their overactive libido, LOL!

They were both silent for a long moment, both feeling too awkward to know what to say next.

“Well,” they said at the same time.

Chloe smiled, a small blush coming to her cheeks. “Sorry.”

Lex shook his head. “No that’s- you look good Chloe.”

She felt the familiar flutter in her stomach and she cursed her lack of vocabulary at the moment. “Thanks. You too.”

They were both quiet for a long moment before Lex stepped closer with a small confident smile.

“Chloe, I have to tell you that I’ve-”

“Chloe?”

I wanted to scream at the awkwardness of the conversation between them. Where is the beautiful connection?! And then I wanted to strangle Clark for choosing THAT moment to interrupt them!

He blinked down at her before smiling. “I need your help with something.”

“Of course.” she said with a shake of her head. “I hope its something non complicated because I’m kind of falling asleep as I’m talking to you.”

Clark nodded as he followed her up the stairs to her apartment. “I didn’t want to say anything, but you look kind of crappy.”

“Oh gee thanks.” She mumbled.

ROTFL! Oh dear… I still want to strangle him, but I can’t help but be amused by the silly, tactless dork. He is SO lucky that Chloe is not the type of person to easily take offence or hold a grudge… because honestly, what kind of a person asks for a favour, and follows it up with a ‘you look crappy’ remark about the person’s appearance, LOL!

Chloe remembered reading somewhere that one moment can decide the way the rest of your life will be. As she stared down at the plus sign on the white stick in her hand, she was sure that this was one of those moments.

She had been sick for the past two weeks. She had thought the vomiting was from something she ate or maybe a bug. She had been sure the soreness and tiredness she felt throughout her body was the flu.

Poor Choe… the pregnancy has just begun, and already it’s starting to play havoc with her life. Things are only going to get worse now… good thing she has a madly obsessed billionaire just waiting to give her all the attention and help she needs, LOL!

She nor Lex hadn’t been careful while they were held in captivity, which was stupid on both of their parts, but she was on the shot. Of course she discovered that didn’t matter when she’d looked at her planner and discovered that on the day of their last night together, it had been over four months since she had her last shot. She had no clue how this was even possible. She had been sure it would take almost a year before she could get pregnant on the account of her not receiving a shot.

ROTFL! How much do you want to bet that Lionel knew every tiny detail about Chloe’s birth control shots, and how likely it was that it wasn’t going to hold against her having constant sex with Lex during captivity… hmmm, I wonder whether Lionel ‘might’ have slipped some fertility hormones into her JUST to make sure that the outcome came out according to his satisfaction. I wouldn’t be surprised to hear that.

“Oh fuck.” She whispered as she slowly slid onto the floor, her eyes wide.

She couldn’t have a baby. She wasn’t ready for a child, she knew nothing about children. More importantly, she couldn’t have Lex Luthor’s child. Thinking it frightened her more than ever. She’d been avoiding thinking about him for the past month and a half.

She couldn’t breathe. She could feel herself hyperventilating as tears fell down her cheeks.

Yikes! Panic attack! It was probably compounded by the fact that she was having Lex Luthor’s child… of all people! It’s not bad enough that her feelings towards Lex are confused and conflicted, but there’s also the Blana obstacle to consider.

“Chloe?” She said softly, gently tapping her cousin’s shoulder. “Are you okay Chlo?” Her worry rose as Chloe suddenly threw her arms around her neck and sobbed into her shoulder, mumbling incoherently.

Lois frowned as she patted her cousin’s back awkwardly. “I don’t understand a word you’re saying. You have to tell me what’s wrong so that I can help.”

Thanks Heavens Chloe had SOMEONE to help her through her moment of crises right now. I’m so glad she didn’t have to deal with alone.

“I don‘t even know why we-It was just I thought-I was sure we were going to die.” Chloe finished softly.

Lois slowly shook her head as she took in the story. “Wow,” She said softly. “And I knew you were looking particularly sexed that night.”

ROTFLMAO! Loved this statement from Lois. She’s really so much fun sometimes in her brash, tactless manner, LOL!

Chloe shook her head. “I don’t know. I know I’m not ready for a baby. I don’t have any money with bills and half of the rent I’m paying you.” She trailed off and sighed sadly. “I barely have enough for myself.”

Poor Chloe… that’s one of the problems with being so sharp and knowing. She can already anticipate ALL the ways in which her life has been thrown into a chaotic whirlwind.

Chloe shook her head. “I can’t tell him.” She said softly. “I can‘t. I-”

Lois stared at her hard for a long moment. “Do you-do you love him Chloe?” She asked softly. She winced at her next words. “I mean, its okay if you do.”

Tears rolled down her cheeks as she shrugged. “Do I love him?” She repeated the question with a deep frown. “How can you even ask me that?”

Lois shrugged softly. “Maybe you should talk to him.”

“I can’t.” She said shaking her head again. “He’s already with Lana, I won’t do that.”

I think it was wrong of Chloe to have decided that she wasn’t going to tell Lex about these latest happenings, BUT I can completely understand why she’s made this decision. It’s partially because of the shock, and the fact that she still has yet to adjust to and accept the news for herself… much less go telling other people.

Also Lana is a big issue in this situation. Chloe has no way of knowing that Lex is on the verge of the break-up with Pinkie. She can only assume that this Chlex baby is going to place the Lexana relationship in jeopardy, and Lex would not be pleased about how this child is disrupting his life. And even if Lana DID accept that Lex wanted to be a part of this ‘accidental child’s’ life, Lana would also insist on being a part of the baby’s life… Life is going to be difficult enough for Chloe without Lana butting in to be ‘step-mom’ to her kid too :P

Lois snorted. “Yeah well, that Sullivan luck of yours strikes again.” She put her arm around Chloe’s shoulders. “Here’s what we’ll do. I’ll put on that horrible pizza you like, make you some green tea, and then I’ll call the hospital and make an appointment for you to see the doctor.”

Chloe smiled feeling slightly better despite the situation. “Thanks Lo.”

Lois only smiled, although on the inside she was slowly freaking out.

I was really pleased with the way Lois was being the reasonable, mature adult this one time Chloe needed her to be ‘the stable one’. Lois did an excellent job in helping Chloe calm down, and I’m glad she was there to provide comfort and support.

He had considered sending her flowers, but nixed the idea as an image of her laughing at him floated through his mind.

He was sure she would laugh at him and that certainly wasn’t the reaction he was looking for.

He then considered sending her a diamond bracelet, but then nixed that idea when he considered his reputation with diamonds. He had thought of every possible avenue in order to get Chloe to realize how he truly felt about her, but he couldn’t come up with one.

Squeee! I LOVED this part! It was thrilling and delightful hearing about Lex tying himself into knots trying to figure out a way to make Chloe return his feelings. I LOVE seeing Lex being torn up trying to strategize an effective wooing technique, LOL! it’s always so satisfying seeing him so emotionally confused.

It was quite frustrating because he usually knew what to do when it came to getting something he wanted. Someone he wanted. Most times all it took was one look from him and he could have any woman he wanted whenever he wanted.

Chloe was an exception. She was different from all the other women he’d been with. He was embarrassed to admit that he had no idea how to approach her on this subject. He knew they didn’t have a friendship, just a tentative politeness whenever they managed to bump into each other which was more times than not lately on account of him being at the Talon every morning at the same time.

It was also awesome seeing Lex acknowledge that, despite all his womanizing, he has absolutely no experience in dealing with a ‘real’ woman. He’s never had to try and win over a woman who was passionate, independent, intelligent, witty and sharp… so he has NO idea how to go about proving himself worthy of someone like Chloe. It’s brilliant seeing Lex hopelessly in love and completely out of his depth, LOL!

“So Nell’s thinking about opening up a flower shop in Metropolis. I think she’s getting bored with being a stay at home wife. I just told her that-”

“I don’t love you.” The words slipped out of his mouth without regret. He waited, watching as Lana’s expression changed from happy to surprise in a matter of minutes.

“What did you say?”

Lex let out a small breath as he sat back in his chair. “When you decided to be with me Lana, all you asked was that I always be honest with you.”

Lana nodded. “Yes. I did, but I don’t-I don’t understand what-”

“I think,” Lex cut in. “Its time that we start being honest with ourselves and each other. Don’t you?”

She nodded with a confused frown. “Yes, Lex, but I don’t understand what you mean.”

LOL! Perhaps you should use smaller words, Lex? Oh, dear… now I feel mean… hmm, but not THAT mean, LOL!

I really enjoyed how Lex broke up with Lana completely unexpectedly out of the blue without giving her ANY prior warning whatsoever. In fact, he interrupted her happy, self-absorbed prattling to tell her that he didn’t love her… which was AWESOME! LOL!

Dazed, Chloe took that as well. Everything was moving so fast, her mind was trying to grasp the reality of what was happening to her.

Doctor Garner stared at Chloe with a small gentle smile. “You know I’ve noticed that you’re a woman of few words.”

“Not usually.” Chloe said quietly. She looked down at the paper she held in her hand, catching sight of the small baby on the nutrition book, she felt her eyes start the tear up.

Poor Chloe… she’s completely dazed and knocked off balance right now… In fact, I think it’s possible that the baby has worsened Lex’s chances of winning over Chloe because she’s just NOT ready to deal with any kind of intense soul searching like that on top of adjusting to her pregnancy.

Lex is going to have to be patient… but I’m sure this baby is going to give him PLENTY of hope to allow him the patience to allow Chloe to have all the adjustment time she needs before he starts asking her to return his feelings. There are a REALLY fun and angsty couple of months ahead, and I can’t wait to see how they turn out.

She’d rarely had any appetite as of late and she was losing weight because of it, but this week had been a good week for her because she’d barely been sick at all and she had been able to actually enjoy the food she craved without vomiting it up twenty minutes later.

*sigh* Poor Chloe… She’s really floored by all this. It’s not bad enough that her life has been turned inside out, but her body is even rebelling against her in the most unpleasant ways possible.

Clark shook his head. “I thought Lana was exaggerating when she told me, but judging from your reaction-”

“Lana?” Chloe cut in surprised. “What does-” She trailed off at Clark’s look. “Don’t look at me that way Clark.”

Clark frowned at her. “I don’t understand Chloe. Why would you do that to Lana? She’s your-”

“I’m not perfect Clark!” I damn well don’t pretend to be. I know there’s no excuse for what I did, and I won’t come up with one, but I won’t have you or anyone else judging me.” She could feel the tears threatening to fall, and she cursed her hormones. She turned away from him and crossed her arms in front of her chest.

I was really angry at Clark for being so judgemental. His best friend was locked up for thirty days, and he’s judging her for seeking solace and comfort?! The thing that most appalled me was the way he was jumping down Chloe’s throat in defense of Blana!

And the Pink Princess went straight crying to her ex-boyfriend crying about how and why her latest guy dumped her? Doesn’t the girl have an OUNCE of empathy, consideration, sensitivity or tact in her entire body?!?

“He told Lana he was in love with you Chloe. He broke it off with her and now she’s really upset-although I think she‘s more upset that it was you and not upset that Lex dumped her-”

Chloe could only stare at Clark in shock. “Why would he do that?” She asked no one in particular. “Why would he say that?” she glanced back at Clark who was watching her with disappointed eyes.

Wow! Lex actually broke up with Lana telling her the truth about WHY he was doing it?! I’m guessing that it was part of his strategy to break the news ‘gently’ to Chloe before he went pursuing her. LOL, sneaky bastard… nicely done! LOL!

“No.” she cut in softly. “I don’t even- I was ready to move on from this Clark.” She sat down onto the couch with a small huff. “We were alone for a whole month; stuck in one small space with each other. Do you know what that does to a person?”

This part actually pleased me a LOT! I was very happy to hear that Lex is going to have to really work to gain Chloe’s affections. I adore seeing Lex in full obsessive mode when he’s trying to win over Chloe… It’s always highly satisfying to watch… not to mention fun seeing what kinds of crazy plans he concocts to prove his devotions.

Clark sat next to her. “So, if it was you and me?”

She lifted her head to glare at him.

He shrugged. "Fair enough. I would've gotten us out of there."

LOL! Perhaps it’s not the stupidest question EVER? But at the moment, I cannot think of any other more irrelevant and idiotic query.

Playing four suit spider solitaire while pretending to look busy was one of Lex’s favorite past times. He frowned in annoyance as he clicked on the deck to give him more cards for him to organize. He glanced up and smiled in surprise when the front door of his office opened. He quickly canceled his game and stood up.

“Chloe,” He greeted softly. “This is a pleasant surprise.” He walked around his desk to stand in front of her, noting for the first time the angry expression on her face. “What-”

“You told Lana you were in love with me.”

He smiled at her “That’s because I am.”

HA! I knew it! Telling Lana was all a part of Lex’s plan to make Chloe approach him to make him confirm what she had heard. Awesome!

I also giggled at the idea of Lex passing the time between business meetings ‘looking busy’ by playing Solitaire… But I’m ERY sure that Lionel has bugs all over Lex’s computer, and has records about the time spent on Solitaire versus the hours spent doing genuine work, LOL!

He chuckled. “Chloe, I know this must be a lot to take in now, but I know how I feel about you. I have very strong feelings for you and I won’t deny it any longer.”

heh, he’s come a VERY long way since the time he had his ‘revelation’ and decided to keep quiet about his epiphany. I love how he’s being so casually open and honest about his feelings… I can imagine it’s knocking Chloe off balance, which makes her vulnerable to whatever manipulations Lex (and Lionel) has planned for a happy Chlexy ending, LOL!

Lex smiled and shook his head. “I thought Lana was what I wanted. What I needed. I settled for being with her because I was tired of searching. I was blinded with what I thought would be a perfect relationship, even though I knew in my heart that I felt nothing for her.”

Now if ONLY AlMiles and Lexana fans would also see this obvious perspective. Are they BLIND?!

Chloe stared him at him silently for a long moment before she shook her head. “That is the dumbest thing I’ve ever heard. You don’t even know anything about me!”

He smiled. “I know you like your eggs with lots of pepper. Your favorite color is orange and you think yoga is for posers. Shall I go on? because I know lots more.”

That was a rather silly statement from Chloe. Thirty days spent in close quarters with another person… of COURSE they’re going to become close and learn a lot about you.

She gritted her teeth in frustration. “had we not been stuck in that place we would’ve never been-You would still be with Lana and hadn’t even thought twice about me.”

He placed his hand on her shoulders, ignoring the way she tensed. “You’re right,” he said. “But Chloe, these things happen for a reason. Don’t you see? We shared a bond while we were locked away in that place.” He smiled at her. “I’ve never felt this way about anyone-”

She snorted at that.

Chloe has raised a good point over ehre… and although Lex is arguing most eloquently, I don’t blame Chloe for being a little cynical… especially considering Lex’s track record of ‘falling in love and getting married’ in ridiculously short record times with other women.

He shook his head. “You have no idea that I-Chloe, when we made love-”

“Fucked.” She corrected angrily. “We fucked and it was good. Great even, but that’s all it was Lex. Just sex and nothing more, with an end result in-” She trailed off not daring to finish.

Lex frowned at that. “An end result in what Chloe?”

I loved how Lex referred to it as ‘making love’, and I’m sure it must have hurt him to hear Chloe using such crude language to dismiss the beauty of the bond that developed between the two of them.

Heh, but they’ve also brought up the subject of the ‘end result’, which left me sitting on the edge of seat in anticipation.

“Okay,” he said. “Do you want something? some ginger ale? that’s good for-” He trailed off when she leaned over and vomited on his four hundred dollar Armani shirt.

:rofl:
Oh that was AWESOME! I will not be forgetting this visual for quite a while, ROTFLMAO!

He shook his head as he laughed. “I can’t believe you vomited on me.”

She smiled and laughed softly herself. “Well now you can keep the vomit shirt as a souvenir.”

He shook his head. “No. I’ve requested that it be burned. Maybe I’ll keep the ashes though.”

ROTFLMAO! I loved the banter between them… And I actually wouldn’t be surprised if Lex DID choose to keep the ashes once he found out that this vomit was his first evidence of Chloe having his child… LOL, he might preserve the ashes and put them away in a baby book that is going to be created immediately tonight, ROTFL!

For the first time in weeks she actually giggled.

Lex smiled. “I’ve missed that laugh.”

Her laughter stopped abruptly. “Lex-”

“Chloe, I know I’ve probably frightened you away but I- maybe we could be friends-” He trailed off at her expression. “What?”

Lex’s wistful comment about how he has missed Chloe’s laughter made me swoon. It was lovely!

LOL! And he’s trying the ‘let’s try to be friends’ approach on her, huh? He’s a Master Strategist who knows when to approach and attack, and when to retreat, re-gather and re-plan. It’s wonderful to see him using his Luthor Tactics like this… hmmm, I wonder whether he’s going to be asking Lionel for help in planning… Or perhaps Lionel will just volunteer? LOL!

She sighed and reached into her purse. “Here,” she said handing him a card. “Meet me at this address on that day and time.”

Lex turned to card over in his hand. “Dr. Gardner? Chloe what is this?”

She smiled sadly at him. “The end result.”

Squeeee! She told him, she TOLD him!!! Oh this was a WONDERFUL and TERRIBLE place to leave this cliffhanger ending, Kimbo! It’s wonderful that the story was brought to the point where Chloe told Lex, but it was TERRIBLE of you not to show us Lex’s reaction. LOL! But I guess it will be better to see it from the Lex POV chapter coming up next? It WILL be a Lex perspective chapter, right? :beg:

I’m VERY curious about what Lionel has been doing during this past month since Lex has returned home. Has he been biding his time waiting for the two of them to realize their love for each other? Had he been ‘helping’ Lex by providing subtle comments about how boring Lana is and how amazing and incredible Chloe is? Or has he been keeping his distance from both of them until he can finally make his dramatic appearance ‘I want you to name your first-born Lionel in gratitude for this perfect life I have provided both of you through MY kidnapping plan’. LOL!

I look forward to future updates… and I am also curious about how Disappearing Acts is coming along. Any progress on that? Any chapter coming soon before the end of the weekend?

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I just noticed that westwingwolf, hfce and Kit Merlot are all wishing me various forms of congratulations for being right about the pregnancy. LOL! I'm not sure how much of it was actual deduction and how much was pure desire, greed and wishing for the extra complication of a pregnancy... But thanks, you guys :D

Kimbo, a special thanks to you too for adding in the pregnancy. I really hope it's going to be as detailed as possible, because I have a certain greed for hearing about Chloe (and Lex by proxy) suffering through all the trials and tribulations of nine months of hormonal hell (on top of the complications of Lex trying to win over his beloved 'pregnant with his child' lover, LOL!

Or, if you don't feel like stretching it out for nine months, can we have a gruesomely detailed delivery? pretty please?

LOL! I HAD to give it a shot, right? Completely your call, Kimbo. Good luck with future chapters. I'm sure they're going to be awesome whatever plot turns you choose to go with.

Jen1388

3rd January 2008, 23:07

yaysor!!!!! 3 in 1! BARGAIN! I'm loving this... I was sooooo thinking you were going to throw a spanner into the works with a pregnancy. OOOOOHHHH i'm soooo loving it!

Can't wait for the next installment. I'm soooooo excited.

Sorry I can't type more... but I'm wearing false nails and this is taking me ages!!!!

Just wanted to let you know, that this is absolutely brilliant and I can't wait for more.

EDITED

I thought of this last night... but for some reason forgot to add it. The way it ended, did sound as if Chloe had told Lex that she was preggers (how could he not realise from that?) but the way she said 'meet me there at that time', makes me think maybe she's considering a termination! (ahh!) Obvie... I'm excited at the prospect, since Lex has admitted that he loves Chloe, he'll beg Chloe not to go through with it.

Jen x x

dagney

4th January 2008, 00:52

I can't believe I missed the earlier update. What a winner. I too loved how lex started trying out the honesty works instead of lies and manipulation. I loved that he dumped the pink fairy. I look foward to Lex learning about Chloe's pregancy. Dagney

summer_enchanted

5th January 2008, 00:25

Please please please update again soon, I love this fic. :)

dayamiracle

6th January 2008, 08:25

I LOVE LOVE LOVE you, you updated...not only did you you update you gave us three whole chapters! I dont even know where to start!! CHLOE is having a baby! ok i guess that was a good place....LEX DUMPED LANA!!!!! and I truly adore the way you did that...lol right in the middle of dinner durring one of her inane converstations thats all about her...lol he just looked at her and just was like um no lol I LOVED IT!!!! ok um I think im good for now...OH and LEX ADMITED HE LOVES CHLOE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ok now im done and can wait for the next update....sigh seriously these were fabulous chapters!!! you dont know how much it made my day to come in here and see the update!! ok ok im done talking now update soon!

lilinny

7th January 2008, 01:38

I just read this story from the beginning and I loved it. It's funny and wonderful. I can't wait for the next chapter!!!

Vampbabe20

8th January 2008, 01:47

Please update soon. I can't wait to see what happens next

tatie87

13th January 2008, 10:40

They're having a baby. Exciting! I can't wait to see what happens next. I'm so glad Lex ditched Lana and that Clark didn't act like a complete dip shit when he found out about Chlex. I can barley wait for the next update, I want to see how Lex reacts when he finds out he's going to be daddy.

Chica

24th January 2008, 08:33

:clapclap: what a great fic, can't wait for update

blackheart_me

25th January 2008, 02:11

OH PLEASE CONTINUE THIS PLEASE!! Such a brilliant idea!! I love that she's pregnant now and that Lex is being so honest!!:D I'm so thrilled and ur story has me begging for more. PLEASE UPDATE!

karila

26th January 2008, 01:02

I really love this story. An unpdate soon would be welcome.

Dominique

28th January 2008, 08:19

Loved the last chapter...hurry up with the next one...I want to read about Lex's reaction...:drool2:

Ori

1st February 2008, 22:33

I just read this after avoiding Chlex fanfiction for about a month. This is a really great story and I like how it is going. the idea of CupidLionel is funny and disturbing at the same time and that makes a great story. I like how you progressed with Chloe and Lex's relationship and how you are handling the supporting cast. All in all a terrific fanfic. Thank you for writing it.

Mrs.Queen

2nd February 2008, 07:06

Wow, I just read this all today. It is fabulous and I can't wait for the next update and Lex's reaction. Fantastic story.

summer_enchanted

8th February 2008, 22:44

Please please please update again soon, I've got to know what happens. :)

kirt30

9th February 2008, 19:30

please update

kimbo

13th February 2008, 23:46

Chapter 13

Lex pulled up at the Smallville hospital, frowning when he noticed Chloe already waiting for him at the entrance. He paused before exiting his car, his mind trying to come up with possibilities as to what Chloe wanted to show him at this hospital.

He was slightly horrified at the thought that Chloe may be sick. He glanced back up at the entrance where Chloe stood, watching him passively, and shook his head before opening the door to his car and stepping out.

“Hi.” She said when he walked up toward her. “You’re late.”

“No, I’m not.” He said softly. He slid his hands into his pocket. “You’re early.” His eyes scanned her from top to bottom, ignoring the way she tensed; obviously uncomfortable at the way he blatantly stared at her. She looked really good.

The two of them just stood there for a long moment and Chloe sighed.

“Well,” she said impatiently. “Can we go up now?”

Lex’s smile didn’t reach his eyes. “Lead the way.”

*********

The elevator ride was one of silence, and Lex couldn’t help but glance over at her a time or two. He’d had so many questions he’d wanted to ask, but held himself back. Choosing to be more patient instead.

He glanced up as the elevator came to a stop. He silently followed Chloe down the busy hallway, pausing behind her in front of the nurse’s station.

“Chloe Sullivan, I have an appointment with Dr. Garner.”

“Chloe?” Dr. Garner called with a small smile. She walked towards them. “I was just coming out to see if you were here yet. Come on, you’re in exam room two. You get changed and I’ll be in there in five minutes.”

Lex followed her to the exam room quietly. He closed the door behind them, and watched as she slipped out of her shoes, unbuttoned her blouse and slid that off. “Are you sick?” He finally asked and she glanced at him sideways.

She unbuttoned her pants, before reaching for the gown. She slipped that over her head. “Not really.” She finally answered.

Lex frowned at her, confused. “Not-” He trailed off as there was a short knock before the nurse stuck her head inside.

“Are you dressed Ms. Sullivan?”

“Yes.” Chloe answered quietly.

“Good.” The nurse said coming fully into the room. She smiled at Lex, not bothering to hide his surprise at being there. “I’m just going weigh you and check your blood pressure okay?”

She nodded silently and stepped up onto the scale.

Lex, still standing beside the door watched all of this silently.

“Okay, now lets check your blood pressure.” The nurse said, placing the cuff around her arm. After that was done she smiled and removed the cuff. “Dr. Garner will be in soon.” she said before leaving, throwing Lex a small smile as she went.

Lex watched as she rubbed her arm absently. “Chloe-” he trailed off again as someone once again knocked on the door.

“Are you- Oh.” Dr. Garner said, surprised at seeing Lex.

“He’s with me.” Chloe mumbled.

Dr. Garner nodded with a small smile. She closed the door behind her and walked around to the front of the exam table. She gently patted it. “Up you go.”

Lex silently watched as Chloe slid onto the exam table and lied back. He could feel his stomach tighten with sudden anxiety and he hated it.

“Your blood pressure is a little high, but its nothing to worry about. According to your weigh in Chloe you’ve lost six pounds since I’ve last seen you.” Dr. Garner looked up at her. “That’s quite normal, considering you’re still in the first trimester.”

Lex’s head snapped up at those words. He stared at the doctor in surprise. “Trimester?” He repeated, glancing down at Chloe who was watching him silently.

The doctor nodded as she placed her plastic glove son. Lex watched, half dazed as she slid Chloe’s gown up her waist.

“Sorry if it’s a little cold.” She said as she poured the gel onto Chloe’s stomach. She switched the machine on, the sound of a beating heard filling the quiet room. She moved the probe around Chloe’s stomach for a few moments. “There it is.” Dr. Garner murmured.

Lex glanced back down at Chloe, surprised to see her staring blankly at the screen, no expression on her face at all. He frowned before sliding his eyes up toward the screen. “Its-its small.” He said. It didn’t really look like a baby at all. “Is it moving?” He asked and the doctor nodded.

“Even though its too small for Chloe to feel it, its still moving and wriggling around. Most of the joints are formed now, and its probably teaching itself how to flex its fingers.”

Lex nodded absently. He couldn’t take his eyes off of the tiny movement on the ultrasound machine.

“Everything seems to be developing normally.” The doctor announced as she typed a few buttons on the machine. She removed the probe from Chloe’s stomach and used the cloth to clean off the gel. “I’ll print out a few images for you both. I’ll schedule another appointment with you once you reach your fifteenth week.” She stood up with a smile, reaching for the printed image; she placed them in an envelope and handed them to Lex.

“I’ll let you get dressed.” She said before leaving.

**********

Lex watched as Chloe sat up and slipped her gown off. He reached for her blouse and handed it to her.

“You’re nine weeks pregnant.” He said, surprised at how calm he sounded.

“Yes.” She answered simply. “And its yours, incase you’re wondering.”

He frowned. “No, I actually wasn’t.” He watched her for a few moments before a small smile broke out onto his face.

Chloe slipped into her shoes before standing up to glare at him.

His smile faded. “What?”

“Love me now?” She asked bitterly.

“OF course.” He answered. “Why would you ask me that?”

Chloe stared at him for a long moment before shaking her head. She moved around him and exited the exam room. He followed.

She paused at the nurses station to collect her next appointment card.

Lex stood beside her. “Chloe, I asked you a question.” He frowned at her angry expression. “What?” He asked, following her as she made her way toward the elevators.

*******

He was confused by her behavior. He couldn’t understand why she was so angry at him. “Chloe.” He said, as they reached the entrance of the hospital. “Can you please stop so that I could speak to you.” He said calmly. He reached for her arm when she kept walking.

“How can you possibly be even remotely happy about his?” She asked, yanking her arm out of his grasp.

Lex gave her a startled look. “Why wouldn’t I be?” He slowly smiled at her. “This just further shows how much we’re meant to be together.” he knew he sounded incredibly naïve, but couldn’t care at the moment.

Chloe shook her head at him. “Babies don’t always equal love Lex. It certainly doesn’t equal happiness.” She moved away when he reached out to touch her again. “I won’t stop you from seeing-” She trailed off with a shake of her head. “I don’t even know what I’m saying. I don’t even want-”

Lex stepped closer. “Don’t want what?” He asked, anger in his tone. “Chloe, you are not getting rid of my baby.”

Something shifted in her expression, and Lex wondered if that was fear he saw cross her expression briefly. “That wasn’t what I meant.” She said quietly. She stared down at the appointment card she held in her hands.

Lex gazed down at her for a long moment, his expression suddenly soft. “I’ll take care of you Chloe. You know I will. I’ll take care the both of you. I’ll-” He trailed off when she lifted her head.

“I don’t want that.” Chloe said, her voice harsh. Her eyes blazed angrily. “I don’t want this!” She yelled pointing at her stomach. “It’s a mistake and I wish I could take it back.”

“Don’t say that.” Lex said, his voice dangerously calm. He gripped her arm again. “This is the way it is Chloe. There’s no going back. We were together and this is the end result.”

“Let go of me!” She growled, yanking her arm out of his grasp again. She turned to walk toward her car.

Lex watched her go, his hands in his pocket. “Chloe?” He called and she paused. “I’ll see you at your next appointment.” He watched her as she continued walking to her car until he could no longer see her.

***********

Chloe was glad no one was home when she entered the apartment, because she was able to collapse in her bed and burst into tears. She pulled the blanket up over her body and cried as hard as she could, burying her face in her pillow to muffle her cries. She hated this. She knew why the only reason she was crying so hard was because of her hormones, and that made her cry even harder.

Sobs wracked her body as she thought of how complicated things had gotten. All she wanted was for her life to get back to normal. She didn’t want this baby. She didn’t want any of this.

Why couldn’t he understand that?

************

Lex stared down at the ultrasound he held in his hands, his thoughts turning. He was going to be a father. In seven months time he was going to have a son or daughter, whom of which he would be solely responsible for. The thought frightened him. Excited him. Made the knot inside his stomach he’d been ignoring grow larger than his fist. He’d never really been responsible for anyone but himself and the thought he would be- He’d always had his life planned out like a map. From what he wanted to accomplish at age twenty five; to planning to become president by age thirty. Having a child had barely entered his scope of consciousness. Not after two homicidal wives, two handfuls of one night stands and his all out mistrust of most women had pretty much sealed that belief. That is until his time held captive with Chloe.

Chloe. The mother of his child. The woman he was positive he was in love with. He’d never met anyone who could et under his skin the way Chloe could. The way he wanted to strangle her one minute then kiss her the next was something he was not used to. He admitted to himself and her how he felt. Without hesitance. Without his usual honesty mixed in with lies. He was open and honest and her rejecting him had hurt. Is still hurting.

He knew her being pregnant had turned was probably turning her life upside down at the moment. He could understand because it was happening to him as well. But, he wished that she didn’t all out reject him wanting to take care of her. The both of them.

He slowly placed the images down and sat back in his chair. He could force his way into her life. Could manipulate her into seeing it his way. He was good at that. But the thought of doing that made his stomach turn with dread. He wouldn’t want to do that. He didn’t want to play mind games to get what he wanted.

He wanted Chloe to come to him willingly. To understand that she wasn’t alone in all of this. So he’ll continue on with plan. Give her the space she so clearly wants. He will go to the doctor visits with her. Only deal with her with concerns of the baby. The maybe, just maybe one day she’d come to realize how much he cared for her.

************

“Chloe?” Lois called as she entered the apartment. She made her way toward the bedroom, pausing at the large lump under the bed covers. “Chloe sweetie?” She said , placing her bag down onto the floor. She crawled onto the bed and pulled the covers back. She studied her sleeping cousin, noting the dried tear stains on her cheeks.

She slid off of the bed and slid Chloe’s shoes off of her feet.

“What are you doing?” Chloe mumbles sleepily.

“Taking your shoes off.” Lois said, standing up straight. She was surprised to see her cousin watching her with a sad expression. “You look like crap Chlo.”

Chloe smiled wryly. “Thanks.” She said, slowly sitting up in bed. She glanced over at the clock on the beside table, noting she’d only been sleeping for half an hour. She wrapped at her eyes, and glanced up to see her cousin watching her with a concerned gaze.

“So,” Lois started slowly.

“So?” Chloe repeated.

“How was the doctor’s visit?” She leaned forward.

Chloe only shrugged. “Same as the last. Baby is healthy. Even has its bones and joints all grown in.”

Lois sighed at that. “That’s not what I meant Chloe and you know it. I mean with Lex. How was his-”

“He was the proud excited father to be.” She cut in blandly.

Lois eyed her for a long moment. “Well, that’s good right? At least you won’t have to be really alone in this. I mean, not that you were alone in the first place, but I hear its good to have the father-” She trailed off with a sigh.

Chloe stared at her cousin for a long moment, wondering if she knew just how alone she felt. “He said he’d take care of me. And the baby.”

Lois smiled, but it faded when she noticed the expression on Chloe’s face. “That’s- bad?” She asked.

“Yes.” She said quietly. She could feel the tears start to well in her eyes. She blinked them back. “I don’t want this Lois. I don’t want any of this, and he’s just- like its easy. I can’t-” She trailed off and let herself be pulled into Lois’s arms.

“Shh.” Lois said softly. She held her, letting her cry on her shoulder, but offering no words because she honestly didn’t know what to say.

“I hate this.” Chloe sobbed and Lois nodded.

“I know.” Lois said quietly.

After five minutes, Chloe pulled away, wiping her eyes and nose with the back of her hand. She smiled through her tears. “I’m a cry baby all of a sudden.”

Lois nodded with a sad smile. “Pretty much.” She squeezed Chloe’s shoulders. “Maybe having Lex knowing things will be a little-” She trailed off at Chloe’s look. She sighed. “Look, why don’t you take a nice warm bath. You’ll feel a little better when you get out.”

Chloe nodded as she slid out of the bed. “Okay.” She said softly.

Lois watched her cousin go, wondering if she should take it upon herself to call Gabe, but knew she couldn’t because Chloe would surely be angry at her. A pregnant angry Chloe was not something she was willing to face.

*****************

“Daily Planet, Chloe Sullivan speaking.” She reached for her pen and pad, taking down the number from her source as quickly as she could. She could feel the familiar feeling of nausea start. “Okay. Thank you for calling.” She said and quickly hurried toward the bathroom, knocking into the mail guy on her way. “Sorry!” she called over her shoulder.

She closed the stall and locked it before leaning down and emptying her stomach of the lunch she’d had earlier. She gripped the bowl with her fingers as she vomited again, tears welling up in her eyes as she felt another bout of nausea. She closed her eyes and she breathed in deep like she read she should. Slowly the feeling faded and she stood up, flushing the toilet as she did.

She exited the bathroom and made her way toward the sink. She switched on the faucet and bent over to rinse her mouth out. She splashed some water onto her face, pausing as the sound of a toilet being flushed was heard.

She quickly reached for a paper towel and patted her face dry, standing up straight as her internship coordinator and boss Mrs. Kahn made her way out of the bathroom. “Hi.” She greeted, forcing a smile onto her face.

Mrs. Kahn nodded as she leaned down to wash her hands. “You sick?” She asked softly.

Chloe nodded. “I think I ate something that didn’t quite agree with me.”

The older woman eyed Chloe’s reflection with a soft expression. “I read your last article Chloe. You’re doing a great job here.”

For the first time in weeks, Chloe smiled a real smile.

She reached for her own paper towel and quickly dried her hands. She moved past Chloe, placing her hand on her shoulder as she did. “You’re going to be okay Sullivan.” She squeezed her shoulder before moving toward the exit. “You should go home and rest,” She said over her shoulder. “You look like crap.”

Chloe watched as her boss exited the bathroom before turning to look at herself in the mirror. She did look like crap. Her face was paler than usual. Her eyes, had dark circles around them as if she hadn’t been sleeping properly. Not to mention how tired she felt. What happened to that glow she heard all pregnant women get?

She glared down at her stomach. “I hate you.” She whispered harshly.

************

“Accontius and Cydippe were enemies.”

Lionel looked up from the file he was reviewing, surprised to see his son standing in front of him.

“That is until Hera decided to take it upon herself to make them lovers, against Zeus’s wishes mind you. She locked them in a room for sixty days. They nearly killed each other, but when they were released they swore by the temple of Artemis that they will marry.” Lex sighed as he walked to stand into his father’s desk. “I don’t know if I should kill you or thank you.”

Lionel smiled up at his son. “I’ll choose the latter.” He tilted his head to the side. “You found out then?”

Lex shook his head. “Only you would come up with something as twisted as that.”

Lionel chuckled as he stood up. “Lex my boy, I wouldn’t exactly call it twisted. More of a lesson, for you.”

Lex raised an eyebrow. “Lesson?” He asked blandly. “That was a lesson? Of what kind?”

“That history repeats itself.” Lionel replied as he poured himself a drink. He took a small sip. “In more ways than one. Lex, you must be more aware of who you choose to spend the rest of your life with.”

Lex slowly raised an eyebrow. “You’re giving me love advice?”

Lionel chuckled. “No. I’m not. I’m sure I don’t have to.” He eyed his son carefully. “How is Ms. Sullivan by the way?”

Lex shrugged. “Pretty much doesn’t want to have anything to do with me now.”

Lionel chuckled and shook his head. “You know, I asked your mother out ten times and she rejected me each time.”

Lex gave his father a surprised look.

“After the tenth I stopped asking and one day she came to me and asked me why I stopped pursuing her. I told her it was because I didn’t like the rejection. She laughed at me and told me to ask her again. I proposed to her that time. She said yes. I asked her why she said yes and she just said I should’ve proposed the first time.”

Lex smiled at that before turning to go.

“Son?” Lionel called and Lex paused. “Don’t ruin what you have like I did.”

TBC

lj715

14th February 2008, 00:02

I'm so glad you updated but I'm bummed about Chloe saying "I hate you" to the baby. I know she's upset but I just didn;t like her saying it . Hope these two can get together soon.

westwingwolf

14th February 2008, 01:12

That's quite a way for Lex to find out he's going to be a father. I understand that Chloe isn't ready for this baby so her feelings are normal reactions. Who knows how she's going to feel later? She may change her mind and think poorly of herself later or she may continue with the idea that she doesn't want the pregnancy. Not everyone has the hearts and flowers reaction to the news and that in no way makes them a bad person.

lj715

14th February 2008, 02:05

Not everyone has the hearts and flowers reaction to the news and that in no way makes them a bad person.

Yes, it is true. It was just the reaction I had which doesn't mean it's bad either.

Gaia

14th February 2008, 02:18

Well of course Chloe would behave like that, I mean her life that she had planned out for herself will not happen. Now she will have to most likely let go of her dream career. And that will be a reason to resent the baby. At least in the beginning.
More soon please!

lilinny

14th February 2008, 02:56

I loved Lionel's insight. Hopefully it will get better with Chloe and Lex. Write more soon!!

Kit Merlot

14th February 2008, 04:47

This was a wonderful update kimbo!

She glared down at her stomach. “I hate you.” She whispered harshly.

I feel very badly for Chloe--she's finally getting to fulfill her life long dream of being a reporter at The Daily Planet and she now finds herself with an unplanned pregnancy. I can understand her anger and bitterness, and Lex's being so happy about the pregnancy is probably angering her more.

But I do applaud not only Lex's being so supportive but Lois too--she is wonderful in this fic. And I kind of want Lana to walk up to Chloe and say something snide, and then Chloe can unleash her anger in all of it's hormonal glory:D

I do hope Chloe tells her dad soon--she is going to need his support as well.

hfce

14th February 2008, 07:51

I just loved Lex reaction to finding out Lionel was behind it and not minding. :rofl: That is just amazing. I know if Chloe finds out Lionel better run. :rofl:
I also liked Lionel telling Lex how he got his mom. I am sure that will help him in his quest to get Chloe. I also loved his reaction to the pregnancy. As for Chloe I understand she is resentful but in time she will grow to love the baby I am sure of it. Her heart is to big for her not to. :D

Sunflower

14th February 2008, 22:31

An update, yeah!!!! Thank you!!!!!!!

I think that Chloe's reaction is normal given the circumstances. I really like the fact that Lois is all supportive.
I can't wait to see what Lex is going to do to make her realize they belong together. I also loved that he figured out his father was behind everything.

karila

16th February 2008, 01:36

A good update. I am a little sad because of Chloe's reaction. I hope that it will be ok.

dayamiracle

16th February 2008, 05:51

Lionel's story was too cute...nice to know a woman could stand up to the MB lol... Chloe needs to come around...or at least not tell Lex she hates him...I know she wants her old life back but...Lex will be there for her and she could be really happy..she was happy when they were trapped so why cant she be again? Update soon!

somethingeasy

16th February 2008, 14:29

I was really happy that you updated, Kimbo. I had really missed this fic, and I was deliriously happy to get some plot progress. My review will not be as long as usual, because my computer-time is rather limited right now.

I thought it was rather fun seeing Lex panicked and squirming as he imagined all kinds of ‘worse-case scenarios’ about why Chloe might be in a hospital, and why she insisted on him accompanying her over there. LOL! It wasn’t very bright of him not to figure out the truth before it was spelled out in front of his eyes… but I can imagine that a possible pregnancy was something that just didn’t register on his radar.

It was also kind of mean of Chloe to keeps her statements about ‘her condition’ so maddeningly vague, and not let Lex know about what was going on. The poor man seemed about ready to burst with anxiety, and Chloe just indulged herself in nasty sphinx-like silence.

But I can understand how Chloe might not have felt ready to deal with the pregnancy, much less have a detailed discussion about it with someone. This is a huge, mind-blowing, life-altering thing she willing to accept into her life, and we can’t really blame her for not wanting to ‘think’ about it in too much detail.

But Lex reacted perfectly and sweetly to everything… He didn’t even complain about Chloe being so vague and closed mouthed about everything. I probably would have exploded halfway though the hospital corridor, demanding some answers. But Lex’s only concern was for Chloe, and it was really lovely seeing how afraid he was for her… and the pangs of sympathy he felt for every bit of discomfort she went though during the brief examination period. LOL! He’s going to fall apart during the actual birth, isn’t he? LOL!

I really enjoyed seeing Lex delighted beyond measure when he finally processed Chloe’s condition, and what it meant. He actually grinned in pleasure at the thought of the woman he adored being pregnant with his child. Not only does he get a Chlex baby, but he has also secured a bond with the woman of his dreams.

But Lex got only a precious few moments of delight before facing Chloe and realizing that she was angry. It was really so sad to see that Chloe seemed to assume that Lex would ‘stop’ loving her because she was pregnant. She really believed in the worst-case scenario about this situation, huh? No wonder she was so scared to think too much about the pregnancy.

Lex gazed down at her for a long moment, his expression suddenly soft. “I’ll take care of you Chloe. You know I will. I’ll take care the both of you. I’ll-” He trailed off when she lifted her head.

“I don’t want that.” Chloe said, her voice harsh. Her eyes blazed angrily. “I don’t want this!” She yelled pointing at her stomach. “It’s a mistake and I wish I could take it back.”

“Don’t say that.” Lex said, his voice dangerously calm. He gripped her arm again. “This is the way it is Chloe. There’s no going back. We were together and this is the end result.”

“Let go of me!” She growled, yanking her arm out of his grasp again. She turned to walk toward her car.

The conversation (actually it was more like an argument) that took place between Lex and Chloe was tragic and heartbreaking… which means that I loved it, LOL!

It was so sad seeing poor Lex’s shy hope being shattered by Chloe’s cruel words. He had just laid his heart bare and open before Chloe, AND he had a moment of perfect happiness in discovering that this might be the beginning of a new family for him… and then Chloe makes it clear that she doesn’t want him, OR any part of him, which includes the child growing inside her.

And it wasn’t much better from Chloe’s perspective either. The poor girl is bewildered, panicked, sacred and confused. Her ambitions and plans of becoming a Pulitzer prize winning journalist suddenly seems next to impossible. Now she knows that he life is forever more going to be cantered around taking care of a sucking, black-hole of a parasite that needs constant care and attention 24/7.

On top of that, she’s also got Lex Luthor telling her that HE also wants to start ‘interfering’ in her life, and even telling her that he will not ‘allow’ her to get rid of the pregnancy. I can imagine Chloe is feeling her control and life slipping away between her fingers.

I also liked the suggestion on how part of the reason why Chloe was so angry at Lex was because he wasn’t ‘freaked out’ like she was. The man was actually excited, happy and enthusiastic about the pregnancy… which probably made Chloe feel even ‘worse’ about not handling it better herself.

He knew her being pregnant had turned was probably turning her life upside down at the moment. He could understand because it was happening to him as well. But, he wished that she didn’t all out reject him wanting to take care of her. The both of them.

He slowly placed the images down and sat back in his chair. He could force his way into her life. Could manipulate her into seeing it his way. He was good at that. But the thought of doing that made his stomach turn with dread. He wouldn’t want to do that. He didn’t want to play mind games to get what he wanted.

He wanted Chloe to come to him willingly. To understand that she wasn’t alone in all of this. So he’ll continue on with plan. Give her the space she so clearly wants. He will go to the doctor visits with her. Only deal with her with concerns of the baby. The maybe, just maybe one day she’d come to realize how much he cared for her.

Despite the ‘slight’ loss of temper during the argument, Lex is actually rallying himself very well in preparation in dealing with this situation. He’s being lovely and considerate. It was wonderful to see how he’s taking into consideration that most of Chloe’s cruel, thoughtless, hasty words came because she was freaked out by the sudden change that she has to adjust herself to. He is handling the rejection is a very sweet, patient reasonable and mature way… which is a rather rare and wonderful thing for a Luthor, because I was fully expecting him to start contriving some plots and mind-games to bring Chloe to him… whether she wanted to or not, LOL!

The conversation between Chloe and Lois really helped me in filling in some of the questions behind Chloe’s cruel, cold behaviour towards Lex. It makes sense that she’s ‘acting out’ towards these ‘innocent targets’ because she feels like her life is going to pieces around her, and she wants someone to blame.

The part which highlighted Chloe’s hurried run to the toilet, and the rather painful vomiting that followed… it sounded really wretched. Poor thing! No wonder she hates everyone and everything associated with this pregnancy… which probably includes herself as well as Lex… and the baby.

I was ROTFLMAO that Lex chose a Greek Myth reference to tell Lionel that he guessed the old bastard was the one who arranged for the Chlex couple to be kidnapped and trapped together. It was also amusing to see that Lex wasn’t the ‘least’ bit angry at Lionel. In fact, the two men seem a little more amicable towards each other now, ROTFL! Does this mean both of them are going to join forces plotting ways to:
a) either woo and win over Chloe and convince her to come live in the mansion OR
b) bring her over to the mansion and THEN proceed to try and woo and win her over, ROFL!

Whatever the case, it would be interesting to see what kind of obsessive, grandiose plans the Luthor bastard can come up with if they both put their heads together.

I look forward to the next chapter. It’s going to be great to see what happens as Chloe slowly comes to grips with the reality of her pregnancy. Not to mention Gabe’s reaction! That should be fun to watch too, LOL!

Oooh, and how is Disappearing Acts coming along?

blackheart_me

1st March 2008, 04:02

YAY UPDATE!! I'm really late, and I hope there's an update soon but I love what you updated with regardless :D. I'm really upset with Chloe right now though. I understand that she's not exactly comfortable but I mean...Lex wants to be with her! And support her! And it's not fair for the baby for her to be so angry and mean toward it :(. It makes me sad and disappointed in Chloe.
Love your update, and can't wait for more ;)

kimbo

26th March 2008, 07:26

Chapter 14

Sorry for the longgg wait, but i've been rather busy, but here's the next part!

*******

There was blood in her panties this morning. Not a lot, but only a few spots. Not to mention that she’d been having mild cramping.

She knew she should feel at least a little bit ashamed for feeling hopeful that she was going through a miscarriage, but she wasn’t. The thought of not being pregnant appeals to her more than anyone could know. Still, she feels a twinge of guilt for being so callous. She picked up the phone to call her doctor for a same day appointment.

*********

“So I’m still pregnant?” Chloe asked hesitantly.

“Yes. You are.” Dr. Garner said carefully.

“Oh.” Chloe said, feeling slight disappointment. “So- why was I-” She trailed off.

Dr. Garner pulled her gloves off. “Its absolutely normal for some spotting and mild cramps. Your body is going through a lot of changes while your baby grows inside of you everyday Chloe.”

Her baby? The words make her stomach churn with their usual apprehension. “Right.” She replied softly. She slid off of the table and reached for her pants.

Dr. Garner watched her silently, her expression concerned. “Chloe, are you alright?”

Chloe shrugged before answering. “I’m fine Doctor. The baby is healthy and growing everyday.” She forced a smile onto her face as she slid her shoes on.

“Chloe,” Dr. Garner started softly. “I know this may not be my place to say this, but I’m guessing by your expression every time you come in for a check up that this pregnancy was a bit of a surprise for you.”

Chloe slowly turned to face the doctor, her expression blank. “That’s the understatement of the year.”

Dr. Garner smiled wryly. “Of course.” She turned and reached for the two books she’d brought with her in the exam room and turned back to Chloe. “I was going to give you these on your next visit, but here you go.”

Chloe took the books she was handed, staring down at the title of the first one. What to Expect when you’re Expecting. The words stared up at her mockingly. She glanced back up at Dr. Garner, the same blank expression on her face.

“I think you should read it.” Dr. Garner explained, with a slight smile. “The other one is just a journal for you. You can write letters to your baby.”

Chloe smiled slightly, although on the inside she was screaming. “Thank you.” She said softly.

Dr. Garner nodded. “So I’ll see you in two weeks?”

Chloe nodded and turned to go, gripping the books tight in her hands as she went.

******

“Is there a reason why I haven’t heard from you for two weeks?” Gabe asked as soon as Chloe answered the phone.

Chloe winced to herself and glanced up at her calendar. Had it been that long. “Uh, I’ve been busy?”

“Are you asking me or telling me?” Gabe asked.

“I’ve just gotten this new story,” Chloe lied. “And I’ve been swamped with it and plus school so-”

“Alright.” Gabe cut in. “Still, its not an excuse to not call me back when I call you Chloe, and you know how I hate leaving messages with your cousin. She can never get it right.”

“I’m sorry dad.” She said. “You know how I get when I’m sucked into a story.”

“Yes I do.” Gabe said. He sighed. “You keep working so hard you’ll run yourself sick, and you can’t just up and not call Chloe. It worries me.”

She felt guilty for not calling him and she knew he was thinking about her month long absence. “I’m sorry Dad.” She said softly.

“Are you sure you don’t want me to come over for the weekend?”

Chloe smiled into the phone. “Yes. I’m sure Dad.”

“Do you have everything you need? Do you need me to send you some money?”

“Yes.” She answered softly.

Gabe was silent for a long moment before he replied. “You sound sad sweetheart. Are you okay?”

Chloe felt her chin quiver and she wiped at the tear she felt about to fall. “I’m fine Dad. Don’t worry about me.” She hated lying to him, but she wasn’t ready to disappoint him yet. “I’ve got to get back to work.” She said softly.

“Okay honey. I love you, and don’t forget to call.”

“I won’t. Love you too. Bye.”

Chloe slowly hung up her work phone and stared down at it, this time not bothering to wipe up at the tears that began to fall.

*****

“Hey it says in here that taking yoga classes are good for pregnant women. They help with the birthing process.”

“Hmm.” Was all Chloe said. She picked up her menu. “I think I’ll just have the soup since I can’t seem to keep anything down.”

“Maybe we could sign up for a few of the classes at the community college. They’re only seventy five bucks for a month.”

"Hmm." she said. "Maybe I could try the grilled cheese sandwich too. That
agrees with me sometimes."

Lois sighed, annoyed at being ignored. She turned through to the next page. “Hey look- it says that you should-”

“I don’t care Lois.” She cut in annoyed. “I don’t want to know anything in that stupid book.”

Lois frowned at her cousin. “Well how else will you be prepared for the baby? You don’t even-” She trailed off with a sigh. “Are you the least bit curious as to who’s in there? The least bit excited?”

Chloe glared at her. “Its an alien and a parasite. It makes me tired and weak, and it complicates my whole fucking life. So, no I’m not excited or curious at all.” Chloe stopped her mini tirade, unsurprised at the slightly horrified look her cousin was giving her.

Lois slowly placed the baby book down with a sigh. “Fine.” She said as she slowly stood up. “I’m going to use the bathroom.”

Chloe watched her go feeling slightly guilty for getting so angry, but not guilty for what she said because she knew she meant every single word. She sighed and glanced back down at her menu.

“I want chocolate!”

Chloe’s eyes glanced over at the table across from hers. She stared at the mother and her son, her eyes widening slightly at the tantrum the young boy was having.

“Michael, you have to eat first.”

The little boy knocked over the ketchup as he waved his arms screaming. “No! I want chocolate!”

The mother sighed as she reached over to calm her son. “Michael, you-”

“No!” He yelled yanking on her hair. “Chocolate! Chocolate! I want chocolate!”

The mother looked near to tears. “Fine.” She said softly. “I’ll give you chocolate.”

The little boy calmed down and smiled brightly. “Thank you mommy!”

Chloe slowly looked away from the scene and swallowed thickly. She placed her menu down, her appetite suddenly gone.

******

Standing in front of Metropolis mental hospital, Chloe took a small swig of her bottled water before stuffing two pieces of gum into her mouth. She placed her water back into her bag before running her fingers through her hair. It didn’t matter how sick she felt, she’d always visit her mother.

She made her way inside and toward the nurse’s station. “Hi nurse Paquin.” She greeted as she reached for the sign in book.

The nurse smiled at her. “Hello Chloe. How are you today?”

Chloe smiled. “I’m good. Is my mom waiting for me?”

The nurse nodded and handed Chloe her visitor’s sticker. “Of course she is. Right through those doors.”

Chloe nodded and turned to walk through the doors. She paused as she caught sight of her mother, standing by the window. She smiled slightly and walked over to the older woman, clasping her hand in her own. “Hi Mom.” She greeted.

Moira slowly turned her head, a confused expression on her face. For a moment she looked as though she didn’t recognize the young woman greeting her.

Chloe squeezed her mother’s hand, feeling the small lump in her throat. She hoped her mother wasn’t having one of her bad days. “Mom?”

“Chloe.” Moira greeted, her eyes clearing of the confusion she just sported a moment ago. She smiled wide and placed her hand on her daughter’s cheek. “You’re here.”

Chloe nodded and pulled her mother over toward the couches to sit. “Of course I’m here mom.” She placed her mother’s hand into her lap. “You look well.”

Moira smiled softly, her eyes tired. “I’ve been better.” She replied like she always did.

She glanced about the visiting room. “Well they certainly didn’t change the décor in here.”

Moira nodded, her expression serious. “I think I heard one of the nurses say that dull colors make us patients calm.”

A small giggle bubbled up from Chloe’s lips. “I think I’ve read that somewhere.”

Moira smiled and placed a hand on her daughter’s cheek. “You’re pregnant.”

Chloe let out a choked gasp as she stared wide eyed at her mother. “How-”

Moira smiled. “I know all the signs Chloe. You look just the way I looked when I was three months pregnant with you. You’re pale. You’ve lost weight. Not to mention the circles under your eyes that-”

“Okay.” Chloe cut in. She looked down, unable to look her mother in the eye. “Dad doesn’t know.”

Moira shook her head. “I’d expect he wouldn’t.” She squeezed Chloe’s hand. “The father? Does he know?”

Chloe nodded. “He does. He’s happy.”

“But you’re not.” Moira stated.

“Is it that obvious?” Chloe asked, finally looking up.

Moira slowly smiled at her daughter. “When you hold your baby, all of your fears will no longer matter.”

Chloe didn’t respond, only pulled her mother into a tight embrace.

*********

“Chloe?” Lois called as she knocked on the bathroom door. “Are you dressed yet? We have to get going or we’re going to be late.”

There was silence on the other side of the door.

Lois knocked again with a small frown on her face. “Chloe?” She jiggled the doorknob. “Honey?”

Chloe opened the door a crack and stuck her head outside. “I’m not dressed yet. You should go on without me. I’ll take my own car.”

Lois frowned down at her cousin. “Are you still in your towel?”

“No!” Chloe lied. “I-I’ll meet you at Clark’s okay?”

“Alright.” Lois said. “Are you sure?”

Chloe nodded. “We don’t both have to be late. I’ll be there soon.” She closed the bathroom door and leaned against it. She frowned. She wouldn’t freak out. She wouldn’t. She had been in the shower, washing herself when she’d felt it, the very slight fluttering in her stomach. She had been so sure that she’d imagined it but then she felt it again. Shocked to see that it had not been her imagination, she had hurried out of the shower and sat on the toilet seat, crying her eyes out for too many reasons.

******
2 hours later

“Chloe?” Clark called as he made his way through the apartment. He paused and ducked as a blouse went flying past his head. He glanced down at his feet, frowning at all the articles of clothing that littered the floor.

“Chloe?” He said. “Are you-”

“I can’t find it!” She creamed from the recesses of her closet.

Clark frowned and ducked again as a shoe went flying past his head. “Find what?” He asked. He walked toward the closet and peaked inside. “What are you doing?” he quickly moved to the side as Chloe came barreling out of the closet, an armful of clothing in her hands.

“I have to find it.” she said, dumping her clothes onto the bed.

Clark watched as she sorted through the clothing. “What are you looking for?” he asked.

“My shirt.” She answered. “You know the blue one with the pockets on the side?”

Clark gave her back an amused smile. “Uh, not I don’t know.” The smile slid from his face as she turned to glare at him. “Chloe. Lois sent me here to come and get you. We’re both pretty hungry and the food is probably frozen by now.”

Chloe sighed, annoyed. “So, why didn’t you start without me?” She asked.

“Because you know my mom wouldn’t let us.” He smiled slightly. “This is her first night back from Washington in a long time, and she wants to see you.” He picked up a shirt. “This is blue.”

Chloe snatched the shirt from his hands and waved it in his face with a glare. “This is aquamarine.” She explained. “And it’s a t-shirt, not a blouse.”

“Okay.” Clark said slowly. “Well, the shirt you have on now looks pretty nice on you.”

“No. It doesn’t!.” She said angrily. “Its tight around my arms and stomach, and I could barely button up my pants!”

“Huh?” Clark said confused and shocked at her sudden outburst.

“I just want to find that shirt.” She said quietly. “It’s the only shirt that I feel comfortable in and-” She trailed off and to her horror, a sob escaped from her throat.

Clark’s eyes widened and he reached for her, placing an arm around her. “Chloe?” He said worriedly. “What’s wrong?”

She shook her head. “I just want to fit into my clothes.” She sobbed. She covered her face with her hands. “Is that too much to ask?”

“No.” Clark answered still confused. “Chloe. It’s okay if you’ve gained a few extra pounds.”

She pulled out of his embrace as if he’d slapped her. She glared up at him. “I’m not getting fat you idiot I’m pregnant!”

Clark stared down at her wide eyed. His mouth opened in shock. His eyes slowly moved down to her stomach and stared.

Chloe angrily wiped at the tears that still fell from her eyes. She glared up at him. “Are you X-raying me?”

Clark blinked up at her. “Chloe. You’re-there’s someone in there.” He pointed toward her stomach.

“Really?” She said sarcastically. “I hadn’t noticed.”

Clark opened his mouth and closed a number of times. “But how?” he asked, finally able to find his voice.

She frowned up at him. “How?”

He shook his head. “I mean I know how, but-when-I mean with whom?”

She shook her head and moved around him. “It doesn’t matter.”

Clark frowned and followed. “Doesn’t matter? Chloe, it does. Who would-” He trailed off and his eyes widened. “Oh. No.”

Chloe rolled her eyes at him and sat on the edge of the bed. “That’s why I didn’t want you to know.” She looked up at him, to se him watching her with a sad expression. “Don’t look at me like that Clark.” She knew it was irresponsible but what’s done is done.

Clark looked as though he had a lot to say, and he did. He wanted to say how wrong this was. He wanted to ask how they could both be so irresponsible. How Lex being the father was just twisted and wrong, but he wisely kept his mouth shut. He somehow knew that saying those words wasn’t what Chloe needed to hear at the moment.

He slowly sat down next to her and placed a tentative arm around her shoulders. “Lets just find your blouse and get to dinner okay?”

Chloe nodded with a small sigh. “Lex knows.” She said, already sensing that ws what he wanted to ask her.

Clark tensed beside her. “Oh.” He said softly. “Is he-”

“Involved?’ She asked. “Sort of. He’s happy.”

“Of course he is.” Clark said sagely. He stood up and rooted through her clothes. “Hey,” he said holding up a blue blouse. “Is this it?”

A small smile came onto her face as she nodded. “Yes.”

*******

Lex was seething as he drove towards Chloe’s apartment.

He’d driven to the hospital, feeling a certain excitement at once again being able to see how child was growing; only to find out that Chloe had canceled the appointment and rescheduled it for the following week. He’d been disappointed. Then angry. Angry at the fact that Chloe couldn’t even call him to let him know.

He had been patiently waiting for a month and a half for this appointment. He had been patient with her. Giving her the space she obviously wanted by keeping a far distance from her, only checking in on her every few weeks or so.

He glared at the road ahead of him and pressed down on the accelerator. He was going to give her a piece of his mind.

******

He had knocked on her door for five whole minutes before it swung open to reveal a very pale looking Chloe on the other side. The anger he felt melted away at the sight of her, and instead of telling her how angry he was he reached out a hand to steady her.

“Chloe?” He uttered concerned. “What’s-” He trailed off as she shrugged out of his embrace and ran back into the bathroom.

***********

“Does this happen every day?” He asked, but she couldn’t answer. She was too busy emptying the contents of her stomach into the toilet. She was slouched on the floor, panting from work of vomiting. Her eyes were full of tears and he couldn’t stop the unfamiliar feeling of fear from entering his psyche.

Shaking his uncomforting thoughts, he hurried forward and reached for the washcloth that was resting on the sink. He soaked the cloth with cool water and sat down beside her. He draped an arm around her, bringing her to him so he could apply the cool, damp cloth to her forehead.

The feel of the cold cloth on her forehead, brought Chloe out of her stupor. She shrugged out of his embrace and slowly stood up. “What are you doing here?” She asked.

Lex followed her from the bathroom. “You canceled your doctor’s appointment.” he said as he helped her into bed. “You didn’t call me.”

Chloe stared up at him. “I’m sorry. I was too busy puking my guts out to call you.”

Lex couldn’t stop the small smile from coming onto his face. Even being sick doesn’t shade her sarcasm. He raised his hand, frowning when she flinched away from him. “Chloe.” He touched her forehead. She was cool and clammy to the touch. Her pulse and breathing were both slightly erratic. He read about this. She could be dehydrated. “Does this happen every day?” He asked again.

She shook her head. “Not lately.” She answered quietly. “This is just a bad day.”

Lex placed the damp cloth back onto her forehead, trying to ignore how weak she sounded. She looked so sick. Fear gripped his stomach at the thought that she might be just that. Sick. What if she was dying?

“I’m fine.” She said firmly, as if she were reading his mind.

He looked away from her slightly embarrassed. “Okay.” He glanced at the glass of water resting on the table beside her bed. “Do you want some water?”

“I’ve already had three glasses.” Chloe replied. “It tastes like poison today.” She turned onto her side, putting her back to him. “I’m fine. The appointment is next Monday at 4. You can go now.”

Lex frowned deeply at her back. He didn’t want to leave her like this. She shouldn’t have to go through this alone. He stood up and quietly left the apartment.

*********

He returned ten minutes later, unsurprised to see her in the same position. He balanced the cup of hot liquid in his hands along with the small pack of crackers as he slid out of his jacket. “I’m back.” he said, noting the surprised look on her face as he perched onto the side of her bed.

“You’re back.” She said lamely. She slowly sat up, eyeing the cup he held in his hands.

Lex followed her eyes and he smile softly. “This is for you to drink.” He held the cup out to her.

Chloe shook her head and pushed it away. “I don’t want anything. I can’t-” She trailed off as she caught the whiff of- “Is that cinnamon?”

Lex nodded and handed it to her. “Cinnamon tea. It’ll help I promise.”

Chloe would do anything for the pain to stop, took the offered cup and slowly sipped its contents. She paused, waiting for the initial cramping of her stomach and heaving reaction but non came. “Hmm.” She said before she began to take earnest sips, sighing as the warm hit her stomach, slowly easing the cramps away.

“Thank you.” she said. “How do you know about this?”

“My mother used to drink it when she was pregnant with my brother Julian.” He held out the small packet of crackers. “Cracker?”

Chloe took one out of the pack and nibbled on it. She ate her crackers and drank her tea in silence, looking at anywhere but Lex who seemed to have no problem watching her. Once she was finished, she handed Lex the empty cup and wrapper, sighing at the wave of exhaustion that hit her.

“I’ll go.” He said, watching as she lay back down. He stood up, and grabbed his jacket.

“You can stay.” She said before she thought what she was saying. She shrugged slightly. “At least until I fall asleep.”

“Okay.” he said, sitting back onto the bed. He helped arrange the covers around her. He was relieved to see the color was starting to come back onto her face. Was even more relieved that she didn’t look as dazed as before. Maybe this was the breakthrough he’d been waiting for. Maybe, just maybe she was ready to let him into her life.

TBC

westwingwolf

26th March 2008, 08:20

I know this might sound odd but I'm glad to see that this is how Chloe is reacting to her pregnancy. Of course, I'd like it if she was happy because I want her to be happy. But this feels more realistic for a first time mother who wasn't planning or expecting a pregnancy. She shouldn't be expected to drop everything and go Yay Baby! I think I can see some real uncertainty in how she feels about the pregnancy. For the most part, she's not thrilled but there is something about it that must intrigue her because she hasn't gone through with an abortion. I'm hoping she'll come to terms with this pregnancy and learn to love the idea and her child because I don't want her resenting the baby or Lex. I want to see her and Lex to struggle at finding happiness because it's not real if it just comes to them easily. I think you made the smart decision by taking it to this place rather than Chloe coming to Lex and say she's pregnant and then have everybody be happy and perfect. That's just not realistic, but this is and I love you for having the guts to go this way.

hfce

26th March 2008, 14:30

Great update. I know she is scared and hopefully she will at least not be so cynical toward the baby. It is not his/her fault she was born. If she really didn't want it she could have gotten an abortion. The fact that she didn't tells me she does. She is just not ready to accept it yet. But she has six months to do it before the baby comes. ;)

Sunflower

26th March 2008, 21:21

Thanks for the update, it's great! Like westwingwolf, I like the fact that Chloe's reaction to her pregnancy is a realistic one. I feel bad for Lex though.
Chloe reminds me of Keri Russel's character in The Waitress. I'm sure once she'll begin to write to her baby, she won't be able to stop. I guess everything will start from there, with Chloe being a writer...

kirt30

26th March 2008, 21:38

loved the chapter can't wait to read what happens next

dagney

26th March 2008, 23:29

enjoyed the update. Dagney

hiddenangel

27th March 2008, 01:27

Oh poor chloe...I hope she starts accepting the baby and lex soon.

Kit Merlot

27th March 2008, 01:32

That was such an emotional update!

Chloe's devastation at being pregnant is just heart-wrenching, but I like that Moira, Lois and Lex are trying to help. I think Chloe also needs to tell Gabe because keeping this secret from him is just killing her.

Continued excellent work on this fic:D

blackheart_me

27th March 2008, 22:03

I'm scared she'll loose her baby. I really like that Lex is trying to be involved. I won't like to you though. i really don't like how Chloe is written here. I've never pictured her to be the type to hate her baby like this. Especially after she suffered when she thought her mom had abandoned her (before finding out the truth), i just don't see her doing this to her baby. But then that's my opinion. I'm curious to see how the story will develop:\

karila

28th March 2008, 18:53

I was glad to see an update to this story.
I hope that Chloe will be better.

lilinny

29th March 2008, 02:46

What a wonderful chapter! I loved it!

dayamiracle

30th March 2008, 00:09

Yay an update....Im glad Clark didnt say or do anything stupied...he may have thought it but at least he didnt say anything. Chloe is going to have to start accepting the baby and Lex as part of her life. Im glad she let Lex stay...he feels a need to be there for her and Im glad he is getting a chance to be there. Update soon!

somethingeasy

30th March 2008, 00:39

She knew she should feel at least a little bit ashamed for feeling hopeful that she was going through a miscarriage, but she wasn’t. The thought of not being pregnant appeals to her more than anyone could know. Still, she feels a twinge of guilt for being so callous. She picked up the phone to call her doctor for a same day appointment.

I know most people are probably angry at Chloe for having these kind of horrible feelings for her baby… but I seriously don’t blame her at all! Chloe doesn’t want the child… it’s a disruption to her life, body and even possible future relationships. Why WOULD she welcome all that?

But I do approve of the way Chloe immediately called up the doctor for an appointment, and didn’t even think about just ‘sitting back and waiting’ for a possible miscarriage to conveniently happen. She was being proactive in protecting her baby, even if she despises it.

Chloe took the books she was handed, staring down at the title of the first one. What to Expect when you’re Expecting. The words stared up at her mockingly. She glanced back up at Dr. Garner, the same blank expression on her face.

“I think you should read it.” Dr. Garner explained, with a slight smile. “The other one is just a journal for you. You can write letters to your baby.”

Chloe smiled slightly, although on the inside she was screaming. “Thank you.” She said softly.

Ouch! The doctor was only trying to help, but I can see how that book title would have been a mocking slap in Chloe’s face… AND how the journal would have made her feel ‘trapped’ in this situation. I loved the description of Chloe barely holding in her screams of anguish, fright, despair and RAGE at her situation. It’s going to take a long while before she finally gets used to the idea of a stranger pushing its way out of her vagina. I just hope nine months is enough time :p

“Yes I do.” Gabe said. He sighed. “You keep working so hard you’ll run yourself sick, and you can’t just up and not call Chloe. It worries me.”

She felt guilty for not calling him and she knew he was thinking about her month long absence. “I’m sorry Dad.” She said softly.

“Are you sure you don’t want me to come over for the weekend?”

Chloe smiled into the phone. “Yes. I’m sure Dad.”

Chloe felt her chin quiver and she wiped at the tear she felt about to fall. “I’m fine Dad. Don’t worry about me.” She hated lying to him, but she wasn’t ready to disappoint him yet. “I’ve got to get back to work.” She said softly.

This was a heartbreaking scene. As if Chloe didn’t have enough reason to hate the baby… now it seems like it’s leading her to an estranged relationship with her father. Poor Chloe! It’s heart-rending to imagine she doesn’t want to tell her father because she doesn’t want him to be disappointed in her. That’s a horrible thought, and I hate that Chloe thinks, even for an instant, that her father will think of her as a failure in any sense. If only she could being herself to tell him, I KNOW that he will provide her with all the loving support she could possibly need.

“Hey it says in here that taking yoga classes are good for pregnant women. They help with the birthing process.”

“Hmm.” Was all Chloe said. She picked up her menu. “I think I’ll just have the soup since I can’t seem to keep anything down.”

“Maybe we could sign up for a few of the classes at the community college. They’re only seventy five bucks for a month.”

"Hmm." she said. "Maybe I could try the grilled cheese sandwich too. That agrees with me sometimes."

It’s wonderful (and rather amusing) to see that Lois is really getting into this pregnancy. Granted, it’s slightly scary seeing Chloe being so listless, uninterested and apathetic about her situation… but eventually she WILL be really grateful for the generous, uncompromising and unconditional support that Lois is providing.

Chloe glared at her. “Its an alien and a parasite. It makes me tired and weak, and it complicates my whole fucking life. So, no I’m not excited or curious at all.” Chloe stopped her mini tirade, unsurprised at the slightly horrified look her cousin was giving her.

This rant really helped me see the situation from Chloe’s perspective. I can COMPLETELY understand how Chloe would view this child inside her as a parasite or even an infection. It’s something that got into her body, and is sapping away her strength and essential nutrients, AND it’s even sucking away her career and personal life… on top of all that, it’s making her feel sick, weak and nauseous. Is it really any wonder that Chloe despises this parasitical bacteria that has infested her system?

I would have commiserated with Chloe… sympathised with her, and told her that it was all right for her to be angry… but Lois can’t see how Chloe can hate her baby like this. She doesn’t understand that Chloe doesn’t really hate the ‘baby’ personally, but Chloe IS angry about the losing her idea of an ‘ideal life’ which included an ambition filled career, passionate love affairs, evenings spent out dancing and clubbing, the freedom to travel without second thoughts. ALL of that is suddenly closed off to Chloe, because she has this… thing that’s about to pop out of her, and demand completely prioritized attention from her.

All that being said, I rather liked Lois’s reaction, because it only deepened Chloe’s suffering and guilt… and I LOVE to see stories wring out maximum suffering from it’s characters. It’s hot, dark chocolate to me, LOL!

“No!” He yelled yanking on her hair. “Chocolate! Chocolate! I want chocolate!”

The mother looked near to tears. “Fine.” She said softly. “I’ll give you chocolate.”

The little boy calmed down and smiled brightly. “Thank you mommy!”

Oh my friggen GOD!!! What a horrible, nasty, spoiled, ROTTEN kid!!! I can’t believe he had the nerve to thank his mommy so ‘nicely’ and ‘politely’ after she bribed him out of his temper tantrum fit. The manipulative, phoney little HYPOCRITE!!!

I also think the mother was wrong for giving into her son’s tantrum, because she’s just setting up the scene for another screaming fit when her son decides to push for more candy or toys later. It’s possible that she was tired and exhausted beyond the point of putting up a resistance, but it was a HUGE mistake that’s going to cost her dear later.

What a horrible, nasty display you set up for Chloe, Kimbo. ROTFLMAO! You’re Eeeeevil!!! LOL! I love it!

Moira nodded, her expression serious. “I think I heard one of the nurses say that dull colors make us patients calm.”

A small giggle bubbled up from Chloe’s lips. “I think I’ve read that somewhere.”

LOL! I don’t know whether the ‘trick’ still works if the patient knows about it. They will probably end up being more belligerant just to ‘spite’ the colour psychology, lol!

Moira smiled. “I know all the signs Chloe. You look just the way I looked when I was three months pregnant with you. You’re pale. You’ve lost weight. Not to mention the circles under your eyes that-”

LOL! Moira couldn’t have said that Chloe was ‘glowing’ or something? No, the lady has to point out on all the ways that the baby is sucking the life and vitality out of her daughter.

Moira slowly smiled at her daughter. “When you hold your baby, all of your fears will no longer matter.”

It’s a lovely statement, and it might even be true… but, considering how Chloe feels such loathing for this creature right now, I can’t imagine she believes what Moira is telling her.

Chloe nodded. “We don’t both have to be late. I’ll be there soon.” She closed the bathroom door and leaned against it. She frowned. She wouldn’t freak out. She wouldn’t. She had been in the shower, washing herself when she’d felt it, the very slight fluttering in her stomach. She had been so sure that she’d imagined it but then she felt it again. Shocked to see that it had not been her imagination, she had hurried out of the shower and sat on the toilet seat, crying her eyes out for too many reasons.

heh… I always imagined that the first sign of life and movement from within might inspire awe from new mothers… but I can also imagine how freakishly weird it must feel to feel something alien moving inside you.

“Because you know my mom wouldn’t let us.” He smiled slightly. “This is her first night back from Washington in a long time, and she wants to see you.” He picked up a shirt. “This is blue.”

Chloe snatched the shirt from his hands and waved it in his face with a glare. “This is aquamarine.” She explained. “And it’s a t-shirt, not a blouse.”

I got this very funny visual of Martha standing like a four star general above the food, glaring whenever Lois or Clark reached over to try and nibble on something. It’s lovely to imagine Martha being so FIRM about not starting unless Chloe also joined them. Isn’t it great seeing the high regard that Mrs. K holds for Chloe? :D

Heh, I was both amused and slightly freaked out by the hysterical fit Chloe was throwing over not finding that ONE particular blouse. Poor Clark must have felt like he entered a war-zone when he stepped, oblivious and unknowing, into Chloe’s apartment.

She shook her head. “I just want to fit into my clothes.” She sobbed. She covered her face with her hands. “Is that too much to ask?”

“No.” Clark answered still confused. “Chloe. It’s okay if you’ve gained a few extra pounds.”

She pulled out of his embrace as if he’d slapped her. She glared up at him. “I’m not getting fat you idiot I’m pregnant!”

Ouch! Now THAT is probably one of the nastier things about pregnancy… slowly realizing that your loveliest, most flattering and favourite clothes no longer fit you! All the reasons to hate ‘baby dearest’ are piling up, LOL! Chloe has a long way to go before she adjusts.

ROTFL! And I was in hysterics seeing the mood swings Chloe was going through… and how she actually told Clark about her pregnancy under THESE conditions, lol!

Chloe angrily wiped at the tears that still fell from her eyes. She glared up at him. “Are you X-raying me?”

Clark blinked up at her. “Chloe. You’re-there’s someone in there.” He pointed toward her stomach.

“Really?” She said sarcastically. “I hadn’t noticed.”

ROTFLMAO! Oh Clark is just so… shocked! Looked at him all stunned and dumbfounded. This was a perfect reaction from him, Kimbo! Well done, LOL!

Clark frowned and followed. “Doesn’t matter? Chloe, it does. Who would-” He trailed off and his eyes widened. “Oh. No.”

Chloe rolled her eyes at him and sat on the edge of the bed. “That’s why I didn’t want you to know.” She looked up at him, to se him watching her with a sad expression. “Don’t look at me like that Clark.” She knew it was irresponsible but what’s done is done.

Clark looked as though he had a lot to say, and he did. He wanted to say how wrong this was. He wanted to ask how they could both be so irresponsible. How Lex being the father was just twisted and wrong, but he wisely kept his mouth shut. He somehow knew that saying those words wasn’t what Chloe needed to hear at the moment.

Good for Clark for actually showing SOME tactful sense. This is actually world-class diplomacy from him.

“Of course he is.” Clark said sagely. He stood up and rooted through her clothes. “Hey,” he said holding up a blue blouse. “Is this it?”

A small smile came onto her face as she nodded. “Yes.”

LOL! and yayyy Clark for bringing a smile to Chloe’s face. He might be a bumbling idiot sometimes, but he can be a sweet, charming (albeit dorky) friend.

He’d driven to the hospital, feeling a certain excitement at once again being able to see how child was growing; only to find out that Chloe had canceled the appointment and rescheduled it for the following week. He’d been disappointed. Then angry. Angry at the fact that Chloe couldn’t even call him to let him know.

He had been patiently waiting for a month and a half for this appointment. He had been patient with her. Giving her the space she obviously wanted by keeping a far distance from her, only checking in on her every few weeks or so.

He glared at the road ahead of him and pressed down on the accelerator. He was going to give her a piece of his mind.

Ouch! I actually winced seeing Lex’s state of mind as he sped his way towards Chloe’s house. This is the LAST thing that Chloe needs right now. I understand that Lex is feeling hurt and insecure being cut out of his child’s (and Chloe’s) life… and I also understand that he’s been wonderfully patient in giving Chloe time and space to herself during her adjustment period… but it would be exceedingly foolish of him to try and push Chloe while she’s in such a delicate state of mind.

He had knocked on her door for five whole minutes before it swung open to reveal a very pale looking Chloe on the other side. The anger he felt melted away at the sight of her, and instead of telling her how angry he was he reached out a hand to steady her.

oh thank heavens! I was really pleased to see that Lex’s anger vanished when he took in Chloe’s state. He probably realized that HE was probably Chloe’s lowest and last concern on top of everything else that has been happening to her… and demanding some attention for himself from her would be not only foolish, but selfish too.

“Does this happen every day?” He asked, but she couldn’t answer. She was too busy emptying the contents of her stomach into the toilet. She was slouched on the floor, panting from work of vomiting. Her eyes were full of tears and he couldn’t stop the unfamiliar feeling of fear from entering his psyche.

Shaking his uncomforting thoughts, he hurried forward and reached for the washcloth that was resting on the sink. He soaked the cloth with cool water and sat down beside her. He draped an arm around her, bringing her to him so he could apply the cool, damp cloth to her forehead.

Heh, I rather liked how Lex’s over-protective, paranoid instincts led him to feeling frightened about seeing Chloe like this. Heh, he actually considered that she might be ‘dying’? Perhaps now he’s got a ‘slight’ notion about how Chloe has been feeling… lost, confused and scared. And now he knows that he’s not in any position to demand anything from her because SHE is the one who needs comfort, support and appreciation. It’s all about her, and he should remember that!

Lex couldn’t stop the small smile from coming onto his face. Even being sick doesn’t shade her sarcasm. He raised his hand, frowning when she flinched away from him. “Chloe.” He touched her forward. She was cool and clammy to the touch. Her pulse and breathing were both slightly erratic. He read about this. She could be dehydrated. “Does this happen every day?” He asked again.

LOL! Even while she’s sick, belligerent and nastily sarcastic… Lex STILL finds her beyond charming, rotfl! He’s completely smitten with her. How lovely!

Lex nodded and handed it to her. “Cinnamon tea. It’ll help I promise.”

Chloe would do anything for the pain to stop, took the offered cup and slowly sipped its contents. She paused, waiting for the initial cramping of her stomach and heaving reaction but non came. “Hmm.” She said before she began to take earnest sips, sighing as the warm hit her stomach, slowly easing the cramps away.

I was a little upset when Lex got up and walked out of the apartment, leaving Chloe alone… but I instantly cheered when he returned, bearing wonderful, fitting, thoughtful gifts no less :D

What a wonderful, considerate, generous move to make! Lex is getting the hang of this ‘prioritize on Chloe’ situation. If he continues like this, he ‘might’ eventually be able to win her over to the idea that it’s NOT a horrible situation she’s in.

LOL! But that is still a long way off… At this moment, I think if Chloe had any idea that Lionel was responsible for her state, she probably would have gone declared Luthor-Season open and gone hunting with a rifle. Provided she fortified herself with cinnamon tea first, lol!

“You can stay.” She said before she thought what she was saying. She shrugged slightly. “At least until I fall asleep.”

“Okay.” he said, sitting back onto the bed. He helped arrange the covers around her. He was relieved to see the color was starting to come back onto her face. Was even more relieved that she didn’t look as dazed as before. Maybe this was the breakthrough he’d been waiting for. Maybe, just maybe she was ready to let him into her life.

Lex has made wonderful progress today. I was SO pleased to see that Chloe actually invited him to stay with her. I guess she’s finally getting comfortable with him again… or at the very least, she’s seeing that Lex has his uses, LOL! I think this was the turning point where Chloe is finally ready to let people start helping her with this pregnancy… after all, she’s see how this one person made her feel SO much better. So perhaps she’ll adjust her attitude into thinking that more support from more people will be more of a help than a hindrance?

This was a fantastic chapter, Kimbo. I loved how you captured and conveyed Chloe’s confusion and suffering. Wonderful, amazing work. I look forward to the next update. Best of luck! AND also with DA! I anxiously await the next chapter to THAT fic too.