A/N - I do not Smallville or the rights to Superman. They fall to Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, whom created a superhero who has stood the test of time.


The Trip

The Kent Farm

Lois - Hey Smallville are you ready or not because they're not going to wait for the two of us forever you know.

Clark enters the kitchen and starts to proceed to place his books in his bag.

Clark - I know Lois, I just had to finish putting the last of the hay bails on the back of the for my dad. I didn't realise that it was already that time.

'Darn it' Clark thought to himself 'Who would've thought that Lois would defy the General and stay after the meteor shower. It was weird when we both turned up on the first day of college and realised we had the same course lined up.'

Lois - Well we've better get going because you know that this counts towards our grades.

Clark shook his head, he knew that Lois was determined but he wasn't expecting her to be this involved in the course of media.

Clark - Lois I know that it does and what's up you getting so excited about a field trip to the Luthorcorp plant anyhow?

Lois - What's wrong with me getting out of a few classes to have a little walk and talk with Lana Lang's boyfriend and one of his best friends.

She gave a smirk as Clark just stared at her, how did she know about him and Lana getting back together even Chloe didn't know since she was at the Daily Planet until tomorrow.

Clark - Okay, let's get going and when we're finished with this field trip, I want to know how you know about me and Lana going out.

He finished what he was saying as he exited through the door following Lois out.


The Luthorcorp Plant

Clark and Lois got to the plant just before the group was about to enter the plant.

Mr Hall - Ah Mr Kent and Ms Lane, I am glad you decided to show up.

Lois looked at Clark as to put the blame on him for them being late.

Clark - Sorry Mr Hall, it's my fault that we're late as I had to finish putting the hay bails onto the back of the truck for my father.

Mr Hall - I glad that you gave me an honest reason Clark, but don't let your chores at the farm interfere with your classes from now on. Do you understand me?

Clark nodded in agreement with Mr Hall and all Lois could do was let out a faint laugh that Clark but not Mr Hall could hear.

As Mr Hall walked towards his other students, Clark looked at Lois with a displeased face.

Clark - Once again, you put me in another situation that landed me in trouble.

Lois - You know what I'm like farm boy. I like putting you in situations that get you into trouble and stop staring at me will you if you don't want your eyes plucked out.

She finished saying this as she was walking towards the group as they went into the plant as Clark stood there unimpressed at what she had just said and done.


Inside the plant

Tour Guide - Hello and welcome to the plant, my name is Paul and this division of Luthorcorp has been in the media a lot can any of you tell me why that is?

Instantly Clark raised his hand as he knew all to well what had happened between Lex and Lionel.

Paul - Mr Kent I'm sorry to inform you that Mr Luthor has told me not to let you answer the questions due to the fact that you are a family friend. I hope you understand.

Clark nodded in agreement with him. He understood why he was asked not to answer because he knew more about the feud between father and son then most of the employees did.

Just as Paul was about to ask again, Lois's hand popped up as quick as she could. He knew that she and Lex weren't that close so she would be to answer for Clark instead.

Paul - Yes miss why do you think that this plant has had a lot of media coverage for.

Lois - Well Paul I think it is because that it started properly when Lex Luthor came to Smallville and then Earl Jenkins claimed that there was a secret Level 3 to this place. Then Lionel laid all the workforce off and blamed it on Lex. Then you it reopened it, and it became a part of Lexcorp and then to top it all off Lionel brought most of the shares and it became part of Luthorcorp again.

All Clark could do was smile, he knew Lois wouldn't hold back since she was filled in about it all by both him and Chloe. If Paul let him speak then all that wouldn't have been said.

Paul - Well uh yes all that did happen. I am surprised that someone could remember all that information. Anyhow let's carry on with the trip.

Lois looked at Clark and just smiled at him. He knew she had enjoyed that way too much as he began to let out a little laugh.

Clark - Okay Lois if Mr Hall asks you where you got all that from, just tell him that Chloe filled you in and not me because you might as well get credit for it.

Lois - Smallville I don't know what you're talking about you're the one who has the friend in the high place so if Lex asks you about it. You can tell him what you just asked me to tell Mr Hall.

Clark - Well you know that Lex knows that Chloe doesn't know all that info about what has happened between him and his father.

Lois just smiled as they started to catch up with the rest of the group. Just as they were getting towards where the plant came up with all their media campaigns, Clark noticed something funny in one of the rooms.

Clark - Lois, I've just saw something suspicious in that room. I'm going to take a look.

Lois - Well if you're going to take your own tour then I'm coming with you.

Clark looked at her and shook his head in disagreement. He knew she was going to say that and he already had a excuse.

Lois - What do you mean no. What if something happens to you and you get blamed for it. You could get kicked off the course and Mrs Kent wouldn't be to happy about it.

Clark - Lois I know what you're saying but I can explain this easier to Lex if I get caught then you could and I don't want you getting in trouble over me.

Lois was shocked by what he had just said. She knew they argued a lot and they both knew that it was a façade because they respected each, but he cared for her in some way.

Lois - Ok Clark, we'll do it your way but I'm going to tell you I told so in advance so you can say thanks to me when you get back.

Clark just nodded to keep her happy and then back-tracked to the room he had noticed before. He got in easily using his strength to pop the lock out. As he entered the room he felt the effects of Green Kryptonite hit him instantly. As he went further into the room the effects started to wear off and then he noticed two pieces of Kryptonite that he recognised instantly as Red and Black Kryptonite.

Clark - What is Red and Black Kryptonite doing in here.

As he picked up the pieces of Kryptonite he felt a big surge of electrical current hit him and both pieces of Kryptonite started to glow their retrospective colours. The last thing he thought about surprised him, he thought it would have been Lana but instead all he could think about Lois as he blanked out.

After what seemed like an eternity Clark woke up and checked his surroundings and realised his was still in the room where he fount the pieces of Kryptonite. He placed the pieces back and went to find the group.

As Clark left the room a bright surge came from the Black and Red pieces of Kryptonite and a few seconds later the pieces vanished and all that was left was an identical copy of Clark Kent.

Clark - Home Sweet Home.