I Want You

Authored by dark-halo-princess

:A Smallville fanfic:

Pairing: Clark Kent and Lois Lane
Genre: Romance, Drama and Humour
Rating: T (Content not suitable for younger ages)
Note: Rating has been changed from K+
Date last revised on: 27/02/09

Disclaimer: I do not own Smallville or any of its characters. This fanfic is created from my ramblings with the use of the characters from the show.

Chapter Nine

Burning Heat

It was a bright Tuesday morning. Recently the weather had been so brilliant that Smallville was radiating in the heat. The sun shone through the window into Clark's bedroom. He hadn't woken up yet but felt the small stirrings of the heat on his face. He moved to lie sideways, trying to hide from the rays of sunshine. He had slept late yesterday and wasn't ready to wake up yet. He lay in the bed for a couple more seconds and then made his way to the bathroom. When he looked to himself in the mirror, he groaned to himself. His hair was all tousled and his boxers were crumpled. How had I slept? He thought.

After brushing his teeth, then running himself a cold shower he made his way over to his bedroom to find himself a set of clothes. Looking at his wardrobe, his thoughts instantly went to Lois. He smiled thinking of the remarks she made on his choice of clothes. Putting on a red t shirt and a blue plaid shirt over it, he pulled up his roughened jeans then hurries down the stairs to the kitchen. With a huge yawn he looked across to the living room to find that he had left the TV on and his snack rubbish all over the coffee table. Slowly moving around (with no great effort), he cleared away all the mess and started on his breakfast. Today he felt like eating a bacon sandwich with extra fillings so he took time making it.

Once Clark was done in the house he made his way out to carry out his usual chores. Shelby came running up to him, wagging his tail in excitement at seeing his owner.

"Hey boy," Clark patted the dog on his head which received appreciative barks. "Come on, let's see what I've got to do today."

Clark worked around the farm as Shelby obediently watched and followed. When Clark was grooming the horses, Shelby turned around – he was shy of horses.

"What's wrong boy. Don't like horses?" This was a question Clark asked the dog every day. Clark grinned down at the dog.

He cleared the ground floor of the barn. For weeks he had been thinking of clearing the rubbish away but something always came up. Despite his super speed it had been left undone until now. He looked over at the place his dad used to chop wood, which made his eyes moist. He shook head and went back to work. The barn looked much cleaner and open now that it was cleared. Clark felt proud of himself.

At lunch time he and Shelby ate outside in the barn while Clark sat and studied the sky. It was all a wonder to him. He wondered what it would be like to be able to fly again. He hoped one day that he would excel at it if he ever did. He wanted to be as high in the sky as possible – it felt limitless and enticing. His thoughts drifted to what he always thought of when he looked at the sky, he wondered if anyone would ever realise that there was a planet called Krypton out there. He also thought about where it might have been placed and how it would have been like if he had lived there. Though these thoughts consumed him at times, he knew without a doubt that he was happy where he was with his family and friends who cared about him. He also believed that he wouldn't exchange his life to live in Krypton if he got a chance because this is where he belonged, here on earth.

For a while Clark sat in silence when suddenly he heard gravel crunching in his driveway. Immediately he jumped off the couch, ran down the stairs, out of the barn and saw that it was Chloe and Jimmy.

He jumped to his best friend's side just as she got out of her car.

"Hi Chloe. I've missed you so much." He said as he hugged her. He hadn't seen her for ages and only spoke on the phone.

"I've missed you too Clark." She chuckled. "God you've got a strong hold," she whispered so that Jimmy couldn't hear and winked.

"Sorry," Clark responded sheepishly. "Hey Jimmy." He looked over at the other man and shook his hand. "How have you been?"

"Great." Jimmy grinned. He was happy to see his friend. He looked around the barn and said, "How do you survive here CK?"

"Hey, it may not be everyone's lifestyle but it fits me." Clark shrugged.

Lex was sitting quietly thinking to himself after his conversation with Lana. She was upset with how they hardly ever saw each other. He was upset about it too but he had important business to attend to recently. This property development was very important to Luther Corp and he couldn't have it go wrong and his secret little project could not be put on hold. At the same time he missed Lana. Being away on business trips didn't help either – they didn't spend any nights together since he was so busy. He missed holding her and kissing her. He sighed to himself – it would only be for a month or so and then everything would go back to normal. He just hoped that Lana stuck with him. Lex felt guilty, which was a rare emotion for him, but he felt it because it concerned Lana. She was his only weak spot but he didn't want anyone to know that. In his line of business it was necessary to keep these things quiet.

There was a knock at the door. "Come in," Lex called.

Brad Wilkins strode past the doors and stood over Lex's desk. He wasn't happy and he was going to show it.

"I am unhappy with the process we are making. The research into the properties and land should have been well over by now." Brad grunted. His eyes bore into Lex.

"I understand Brad. I feel the same. My team are working as best they can...there have been slight problems shall I say." Lex was irritated with the way Brad had spoken to him. "I know there are little problems occurring here and there but it shall be sorted it. Now Brad, do calm down and have a drink. I do not appreciate being spoken to like that."

Brad recoiled at Lex's not so subtle warning. He had been filled with anger when he had entered the room that he hadn't cared how Lex perceived his attitude. He instantly regretted his actions, knowing that anything out of line could severe his relations with Lex Luthor. "I apologise Mr Luthor." This project was supposed to take a couple of months but it had already been more than five months. Brad had other matters to take care of and his time could not be wasted here alone.

"I understand your worries Brad." Lex looked up at the man. "I will assure you that one more month and you will be free to arrange your timetable for your convenience." Lex needed Brad on this operation. Brad's knowledge and expertise in areas of science was very rare. Lex would need his opinions when the object would be dug up (although Brad was not aware of this as yet) – it was crucial. Brad was unlike his other employees. He ranked as equally as Lex and so he could not make the man do anything which he didn't want to. Brad had to be willing which meant that Lex had to struggle keep his temper in check when around the man.

"Thank you Mr Luthor. I will be going now. I have a few pressing matters I need to attend to."

Chloe, Jimmy and Clark were relaxing with each other in their easy conversations. Chloe told him all about the journey on the way here and how Jimmy had been behaving very odd. Jimmy claimed that he was just nervous about seeing Clark after all this time. Both Jimmy and Chloe told Clark about new stories which were coming into the Daily Planet. They also explained the stories about the new reporter with the acne and the glasses. Clark felt sorry for the guy, which Chloe said was what she expected from him.

"So CK? How has life been?" Jimmy looked around the farm house. He was fascinated. It was so different from the apartments in the city. He couldn't help himself, as every second passed by he felt he had to look over at the mantel piece and the wooden staircase. Chloe watched the amazement shoot across Jimmy's face every second or two and it warmed her heart. It was a reminder that her Jimmy was always so sweet and cute.

"It's been good. With mom gone it has been quiet but then again I have Lois to liven up the place." He grinned at the thought of her.

"I'm sure you do CK. That girl has a mouth which never stops." Jimmy grinned.

"Hey! Only I get to say that." Clark became mock defensive of Lois. Chloe noticed the slight edge to Clark's words but didn't say anything.

"So where is Lois then?" Chloe asked.

"She's working her shift at the Talon. Why don't we pop over there later?" Clark suggested.

"We'll do that."

Over at the Talon Lois was wiping her forehead furiously. Her hair was coming loose as little strands fell out of the elastic. Her tank top was crumpled so she pulled at it, willing it to stay down. She made her way past the tables to serve the next lot.

She was pouring ice tea and finishing the preparation for the salad as she jabbed furiously at the surface. Her apron kept on getting stuck to everything today. She felt like she was cursed with bad luck. When she turned around without looking, she almost dropped the smouldering tea and plates as she bumped into someone. The person caught Lois by the waist and held her to make sure she didn't topple onto the floor.

"Sorry. I didn't mean to bump into you." It was a man's voice. When Lois looked up she realised it was Brad. The man was looking down at her with an intent stare.

"You better not have!" Lois teased despite her inner agitation. She moved past him as she regained her balance to deliver the food. She came back to find Brad waiting for her at the counter, tapping it with his pen.

"So this is where you work?" He focused on her with a smile. She couldn't help but smile back – it was very catching.

"Yep. I do have another job but it's not permanent yet so I work here." Lois lifted her chin to face him directly. "So what do you want?"

He moved his eyes around the Talon and then rested them on her as he studied her face and her body. Lois gulped but made sure he didn't see it. She couldn't believe how upfront he was being. "I want to take you to dinner." He said finally. His eyes were locked on hers.

"You do?" Lois tried to remain flip and unnerved.

Brad nodded. "How about Thursday evening?"

"Geez, you're so sure of yourself," Lois laughed.

"What do you say?" His lips cracked into a smile while waiting for Lois to reply. "It's dinner. What's the worst that could happen?"

"Het, I don't even know you." Lois was being her usual difficult self.

"We've met so what's the problem. I like you and so I want to take you to dinner...Come on say yes. It'll be fun."

Lois was tempted but then again she didn't know the guy. He worked for Lex – there could be some hidden agenda. Then again, what harm could just dinner do. She hadn't been out with a guy on a date since Oliver and she did deserve a break.

Lois nodded, "Fine. I will go to dinner with you. I do need a break after all." She joked.

"Nice to know I'm good for people to relax with." He retorted with a sly grin.

"Do you want me to say no?" Lois loved having the upper hand. She could tell this man fancied her. He scrutinised her every time he looked at her.

"Of course not," he winked. "I'll pick you up on Thursday. Give me your number."

Brad said goodbye and told her he'd call her. Lois thought about how easily she'd said yes to him and then decided that it must have been because of all this stress on her. She did deserve a break and these days she only saw Clark – which wasn't helping her much because after all she was trying to ignore her growing feelings for him.

Author's Note: Phew! Hopefully, (don't count on my word) but I'm looking to repost the next chapter and start on the new chapters soon. Very exciting things to come as I have them all planned out. I can't wait! And to answer a general question - yes, these reposted chapters are generally following the same plot as before although a little change is being made (the diary entries and little clips of that thing). It should all become clear soon.

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