General Author's Note:

For many years I wrote at Ksite. It took over my life at some point. Since then, I've decided to write my own stuff (I am currently writing a book). However, I have a love for Clark and Lois that will never go away. I posted some of my old work here, but not all of it. This is my attempt to do so.

Please know that all of this work was written years ago.

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Title: April Fools

Author: RebecaValdez

Style: One-shot

Pairing: Clois obviously.

A/N: Just an idea that came to me after my teacher April Fooled my entire class.

Summary: Lois and Clark have their first April Fools together.


PART ONE


Lois was sitting at her desk at the Daily Planet when she felt two hands place themselves on her shoulder. If she hadn't recognized that touch, she knew she would have jumped in the seat. She would have punched the person who dared to touch her. But since she recognized that touch, she did all she could; she leaned back and enjoyed it.

Clark had Lois by her shoulders when he leaned down in and placed a small kiss on the top of her head. He had started showing more public displays of affection a couple of weeks ago.

It all started with a picnic at the farm. Maybe others didn't see his affection so technically it didn't count as being public, but to her it sure counted.

The entire walk to their picnic site, he had her hand grasped in his. She tried pulling away at first, but Clark convinced her that holding hands after nearly 6 months of dating still was considered taking it slow.

6 months. She still couldn't believe she has been dating Clark Kent for almost 6 whole months. It still seems unreal to her.

She was happier than she'd ever been. Clark was way different than all her other boyfriends in the past. Not saying that her exes were complete jerks because Oliver had been a complete gentleman to her, but Clark was definitely unlike the others. She couldn't pin point what was so different about him.

It could be the fact that they were friends for so long. He knew her. That wasn't just because he wanted to get in her pants. They've known each other for years and not a single time did he make a move that made her feel disrespected. She knew it wasn't because he felt un-attracted to her because he made her feel beautiful everyday. It had to do with the fact that he cherished her friendship so dearly.

Maybe it was because of Clark's insecurity. All of Lois's past boyfriend have had a huge ego in their own way. AC had been confident about his swimming. Oliver used his money to get his way. Grant even showed some ego before he called it off with her. But Clark didn't have that. Many times he seemed unsure of himself. Lois couldn't understand this. He was a very handsome man. Surely he knew this, Lois thought.

He is just different, Lois concluded.

There was not other way to put it.

Lois brought herself back to the man in front, or right now in back, of her. For the past few moments she had been thinking about what made Clark Kent so perfect for her. It was time she appreciated the man in front of her. She leaned back in her chair against Clark.

"Smallville," she whisered quietly.

"Happy April Fools day," he said.

Lois turned her chair around so that she was looking Clark face to face. He had a genuine smile worn on his face. The same smile that never ceased to bring Lois weak at the knees. "You know, it's not a real holiday, Kent," she said.

"Of course it is, Lane," he said.

Lois loved it when they called each other by their last names. It reminded her that even though their feelings for each other had changed, Lois and Clark would never change. They would always have that playful banter to keep the spark in the romance & even in their friendship. "Not officially," she said.

"Let's go somewhere for lunch," Clark said

It caught her by surprise that he changed the subject. "Clark, we're working."

Clark bent down and put his hands on her knees. If Lois tried getting out, he wouldn't let her. "Come on, Lois. Tess can't watch all her workers. We'll be back before anyone even notices we're gone," Clark said. He puckered his lips. "Please."

How was she suppose to say no when he did that cute face to her? Sometimes she hated him for having that irresistible face. "You suck," she said quietly.

He knew he had her. The big grin on his face let her know that he knew that. He grabbed her hand and entwined it with his. "Let's go," he said.

Together they walked hand in hand out of the Daily Planet leaving everyone of their co-workers envious of their almost perfect relationship.

Everyone who saw them could tell they were happy. Everyone wanted to be them.

"Kent, table for two."

The guy at the front of the restaurant looked down at his list of

reservations. "Right this way, Mr. & Mrs. Kent," the man said.

"We're not married," Lois said quickly.

The man turned around and smiled at her. Then perhaps I've spoken too soon. He looked over at Clark and smiled.

Is this idiot actually suggesting that Clark should propose here, Lois asked herself. Clark has better class than that. And he has way better timing.

"No pressure, of course," the man said.

Clark and Lois exchanged glances as they followed the guy. She scooted really close to Clark and whispered in his ear. "You didn't say anything back there," she said.

Clark looked her directly in the eyes. "You said you wanted to take things slow," he said. Lois began laughing but he couldn't understand why. "What's so funny?"

"Your face," Lois said. Clark had a sad look on his face. Lois felt bad for making him believe that she was making fun of his face. She grabbed his face in her hands. "Don't worry, I'm not making fun of that gorgeous face of yours, Smallville." She removed her hands from his face and put her hand on his chest. "I just love messing with you. I'm most definitely not ready to get married. I just love seeing you uncomfortable."

Clark rolled his eyes and then smiled at her. He remembered something. "You really think I have a gorgeous face?" he asked with a huge smile on his face.

Before Lois could deny it, they found themselves being seated at their table. "Enjoy your meal."

Like a true gentleman, Clark pulled out Lois's chair for her. Then sat himself down. "I hope this," Clark said looking around, "didn't catch you by surprise. The last thing I want is for you to feel pressure or that this relationship is moving too fast."

Lois herself had fallen for their PDAs more and more. Without realizing it, she reached across the table for his hand. He was the first to realize what she had done. When he saw that she realized it, he had expected her to pull away, but she didn't. She knew that if she was going to have him believe what she was about to say, she would have to show him. "Clark, we've been dating for 5 months. These past 5 months have been -. I can't

even describe how much happier I am when I'm around you."

Clark was now the happiest man alive. Not only had Lois been keeping track of how long they've been dating, but the words she had said to him, wow. It reminded him exactly of how he felt for her.

He squeezed her hand tighter in his. I never want to let her go, Clark thought to himself.

"Lois, I'm really glad you feel that way because there is something I've wanted to tell you for quite some time," he said.

Lois noticed that Clark looked nervous and that made her nervous.

Lois stopped herself before she could come up with scenarios as to what he was going to say. "Clark, you can tell me anything."

Clark gave her a half smile. She told herself not to worry. "Lois, when you came into my life. I never would have imagined us ending up here. You took over my room. Reduced my shower time. Even got on my last nerves. Today, I couldn't imagine my life without you. In a way, you make me whole," he said.

Lois was taken back by Clark's words. She could tell her meant them genuinely. "What are you trying to say, Clark?"

"I guess what I am trying to say is…Lois, I lo-."

Clark was unable to get the words out because the couple next to them.

"Oh my God! Oh my God! Oh my God!"

Both Lois and Clark turned their attention to the screaming girl. Her boyfriend was down on one knee with a ring in his hand.

"Of course I'll -."

"April fools!" the guy exclaimed.

The girl looked completely shocked. "What?"

The guy was laughing now. "Ha. Ha. I totally got you! April Fools! April Fools!" He had a huge grin on his face.

The girl punched him in the face. "You jerk!" she exclaimed. Then stormed out of the restaurant.

Clark turned to Lois and caught her trying to hide her laughter. "Lois! It's not funny!"

"Actually it's pretty funny!"

"The girl got her heart broken."

"I'm not laughing at that, Smallville," she said.

"Then what are you laughing at?"

"That idiot thought that was a good April Fools joke. Actually, it was lame," she said.

"You're judging someone's April Fools joke?"

Lois chuckled. "Even as a kid no one could fool me," she said.

"I bet I could," he said.

"Please, Clark. If you could then…I'd be your slave forever," Lois said.

"Is that a challenge?"

"Are you challenging?"

Clark leaned in so that he was closer to her. "Can I get it in writing that you'll be my slave forever," he said.

"You'll have to April Fools me first," she said.

"Deal," Clark said.

"Deal."


END OF PART ONE