She looked out the window of her business class seat on Air Metropolis. She had just woken up by the decent of the plane into Mexico. Her dreams had been vivid, she had been in a place she didn't recognize but felt familiar all the same. She didn't know why but there was an air of despair all around her, even though she was with Clark. Speaking of, she wondered if Clark would be that intense when making love in real life. You'd think she'd be shocked at having a sex dream about Clark, but it happened so often now and with everything that transpired yesterday… she just choked it up to unresolved issues manifesting in dream land. Lois touched her lips as her mind traveled back to yesterday afternoon.

That had been some kiss.. If she thought on it hard enough she could still feel his lips on hers… how he sucked her lower lip into his mouth.. his demanding yet gentle touch. Was he just really good at that, or were her feeling just that deep…Maybe a little of both? Dang it Lane, you need to sort these things out! If you're not careful you'll lose his friendship and any chance with him all in one fail swoop! A whirling Dervish wouldn't be able to keep up with the spinning that is the yes/no signals you've been sending that man. Not that he's been one giant green light through all this either. I suppose this really would be one "big leap for mankind" on either fronts. There's a lot at stake for both of us… but if that kiss was anything to go by, seems like Smallville decided. She blushed at that thought… had he really decided she was worth the risk? Of course I'm worth the risk! The question should be, is he? No… no that's not really the question either…. You've never known a better man in all your life.. cept maybe the Blur. Ugh! How's it possible to get the warm and fuzzies for 2 separate men?! What is wrong with you! You've never been this kind of girl! I'm not that kind of girl. The blur is 500 different kinds wow…. But Clark…. Clark is home if you're being honest with yourself. I can't lose home…

This all needs to be tabled till later! There's a story that needs cracking, and I'm not going back home empty handed! Senor Presidente, you don't know what just hit you! That was the last thought she had as she rose from her seat with fierceness in her eyes, resoluteness in her smirk, and a drive in her step.

A whoosh of wind informed Chloe of a certain super presence as she kept her eyes on the screen. "If you raced here to see me, it must mean the I Love Lois show was preempted this week."

Clark smirked at her greeting and replied. "Come on, you know I always speed over when you call. Although I may be responsible for your cousin vanishing from prime time."

She frowned at the news as she continued to type. "I was wondering why she skipped town without saying goodbye." Having finished her work on the computer for now, she gave Clark her full attention. "What's up?"

Clark ducked his head and told her, "I, uh... I kissed her."

Chloe smirked as she explained, "Oh, yeah, that would definitely send her packing! I mean, no offense to you, Clark, it's just Lois' typical response to intimacy is usually to blow outta town."

Exasperated with himself, he replied, "I just don't know what happened, I went over to talk to her and the next thing I know, I couldn't stop myself."

"Yeah, I'm not surprised, Clark. You've had feelings for Lois since, like, the 1930s." Chloe quibbed

Oliver, seeing Clark, decided to joke, "You know, Clark, if you wanna bury me in the desert for going on that date with Lois... you could've at least taken me to Nevada."

Not catching on, Clark began to speak, "Oliver, let's not..."

"I mean, don't get me wrong, I'm still gonna put up a fight. But maybe we could've hit the Strip before the main event, you know what I mean?" Oliver cut in with a smirk. Seeing the look on Clarks face, he decided to try again. "Maybe a little Blue Man Group... maybe a little Carrot Top. Noting Clarks lack of amusement, Oliver decided to finish, "You know what I'm getting you next year for Christmas is a sense of humor."

Relived to see things were still ok between him and his friend, Clark shook his head and laughed. He didn't want to get into it with Ollie over a girl, but he had made his mind up. He was going for it, and nothing was gonna stop him anymore… Ignoring it wasn't making the feelings go away anyway. I may not know what this is, or where this is going, but I'm done trying to pretend like she doesn't stir something deep inside of me. She makes me feel…. Something. He thought, before turning his attention back to his friends to come up with a plan regarding the Kandorians.

"Well if it isn't the queen of the DP front page herself! Welcome home M'Lady." Chloe greeted as Lois walked through the Talon apartment door.

Lois walked in a few steps with her carry on roller and gracefully took a bow saying "Thank you, thank you." Before closing the door behind her and the luggage.

Chloe smirked and decided to go straight for the real talk, "So… wasn't this the piece you deemed a, quote un quote, glorified puff piece that Tess couldn't get you to cover if she threw a Pulitzer at you?"

Lois froze for a second before rolling her carry on over to the closet and throwing it on her bed. "Had a change of heart." Was all she said before finding something more comfortable to get into and going into the bathroom.

Chloe shook her head and chuckled. Oh, this conversation was not over. Chloe continued to work on something on her laptop until Lois emerged from the bathroom looking much more comfortable in her, suspiciously familiar, red and gold plaid shirt and shorts. "Change of heart huh?"

Lois nodded and began to speak as she headed to the couch, "Yup. You know, I decided that just because someone wanted to throw something at me from left field, didn't mean I couldn't make it work. It's like the General always says, in the field you never know what's coming at you. You just gotta keep your head down and keep marching forward."

"Wow, I had no idea that an editor giving a jr reporter a fairly interesting international piece was such a… Left field…move..." Chloe said while turning in her stool to face Lois on the couch.

Lois looked at her cousin, a penetrating stare directed straight at her, "What do you know?"

"Moi? I know nothing. I just think it's strange for you to pick up and leave without so much as a, hey cuz going to Mexico! See you in a week!" Chloe responded.

Lois ducked her head and said, "Sorry Chlo, it was a last minute decision. I just…."

"You just what Lo?", Chloe pried gently.

"I just needed to get away ok? You can cut the act Chlo. Clearly farmer John couldn't keep his trap shut and gossip girled enough to write a vivid expose on the love life of Lois Lane." Lois exclaimed.

"Lois, when have you ever been able to use the term 'gossip gilred' to describe Clark relaying information of any kind?", Chloe asked.

"So… you're saying he didn't tell you?" Lois asked, not sure which was worse. Was it so forgettable it didn't get a mention to his best friend, or was it blasted all over the group? Granted… he did do it in the middle of the bullpen. So.. actually, it'd be a lot weirder if she didn't know. But did HE tell her?

"Tell me what Lois?" Chloe asked feigning innocence.

"You know what." Lois replied.

"You're gonna have to say it cuz.", Chloe told her

"Why?" Lois inquired.

"You know why." Chloe answered

"He kissed me! Now, did he tell you or not?!" Lois exclaimed.

Chloe smiled softly and replied, "Yeah, he did."

Lois was surprised to find herself relieved at the news. "W..What exactly did he say?" She found herself asking nervously.

"Not much. Just that he couldn't help himself and then you took off." Chloe relayed.

Lois looked at her cousin, a feint blush on her cheeks, "He couldn't help himself?"

"It would seem that you have completely captured the attention of a certain farm boy turned cub reporter.", Chloe said, a soft smile playing on her lips.

"And it's about damn time."