Lucas is one of the characters I don't mind pairing with Chloe to place her closer to Lex; it's the perfect combination for an angsty Lex because it makes him yearn what he believes he can't have. I also enjoy reading Chlex/Chruce, but then having Bruce as an opponent stirs other emotions in him. *grin*
As regards Lucas' personality, you should remember that his nonchalance and gambling were part of his canon persona.
I'm glad you didn't find the development of the Chlex relationship rushed.
I usually use Vicky when Bruce is around and she's the perfect female friend for Chloe whenever she lives/visits Gotham considering they're both in the same business.
Oh, this belonged to a time when I wasn't bitter against Lana! There are a few of fics of mine where she isn't exactly likeable. Still, I tend to exacerbate those aspects of her which were positive in the early seasons and which were butchered along the way.
This is one of my very first fics so it's far from perfect. However, I'm still quite fond of it and think that the plot's its strongest point.
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