A/N2: Nov 21 , 2012: Another edit for this one. Hope you're still enjoying.
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A/N: Thanks everyone for the great reviews! Heres chapter 3!
Chapter 3:
"I've got to admit, Lex, this was a good idea."
Chloe glanced over at Lex seated next to her. He looked like he was thoroughly enjoying himself.
"Yeah, I thought so, too. You know," he started conversationally. "I've never been to a fair before?"
Lex's surprise outing turned out to be a mundane trip to the annual Smallville Fair. But, it looks like their ride hopping, eating junk food, and drinking lots of coffee wasn't so mundane to the rich man.
"Never?" Chloe asked, astonished.
"Never," he affirmed, giving her a smile, letting her know he was all right with missing out on this childhood milestone. "I just never had time growing up. There was always lots to do… school and then, later, business and a whole lot of other things."
Chloe felt sad for him. She always thought he had it all, apparently not. "Well, you're doing pretty great for your first fair," she said, smiling. She held up the blue gorilla and red giraffe stuffed animals that he won for her. "Thanks."
"You're welcome," Lex replied, mimicking her smile.
They sat there in silence for a moment more, each with a pleased, yet surreal smile on their faces. Until a voice came out of nowhere, interrupting the moment.
"Hey, you two. What are you guys doing here?" The familiar voice was cheerful enough, but had a strange lilt to it at the same time.
Chloe and Lex turned to see that Clark and Lana had come upon them.
"Clark, Lana what are you doing here?" Chloe asked, surprised by their presence. Didn't they just leave them in a massively busy Talon?
"The Talon cooled off; we're taking a break. Clark thought we could use some fun. I see you guys thought the same thing," Lana replied.
"Yeah," Lex began. "I saw Chloe sitting at the Talon; she was reading the newspaper… for fun…" He paused so he could dramatically roll his eyes. Chloe laughed at his uncharacteristic antics. "I thought she could use some fun in her life…"
"Hey," she protested, giving Lex a playful push; as long as they were being uncharacteristic she thought she'd take advantage of this easier side of Lex. "Just because I was bored right then doesn't mean I'm always bored. I have fun in my life."
Lex returned the push. "It didn't sound like you were having fun when you were doing your essay or when you were reading the paper."
She shrugged her shoulders. "Yeah, well, you caught me on an off day. Today wasn't fun… until now," she confessed, practically beaming at the bald billionaire.
Lana and Clark just stood there, watching their back and forth verbal judo. It was quite the sight. The two had no idea what was going on.
"So…" Clark interrupted awkwardly. "Are you guys staying or going?"
Lex tore his eyes off of Chloe to give Clark a brief look. Then he returned his attention back to the petite blond. "What do you think Chloe are you all fun-ed out?"
Truthfully, she would have loved to stay and have more fun at the fair with Lex. But now that Clark and Lana were around the moment didn't feel quite as… fun as it had before they'd arrived. "Maybe I should go home and finish that essay before we go…"
"Go? Go where?" Clark asked quickly.
"Metropolis. I'm driving Chloe there for her interview," Lex offered.
"Interview?" Lana inquired.
Chloe blew out a breath, smiling proudly. "I got an interview with the Daily Planet for an internship position."
"That's great, Chloe!" Clark exclaimed, clapping her on the shoulder.
"Congratulations!" Lana added.
"Thanks guys, but it isn't a done deal, yet," Chloe replied modestly.
Surprisingly, it was Lex to call her out on her modesty. "Are you kidding? If you're not hired then they're all fools. No one has more digging skills then you do, Chloe."
His encouragement was accepted warmly. "Thank you, Lex."
She placed a hand on his arm in nothing more than a friendly gesture, but the warm touch of her hand sent unexpected tingles through his body.
"So, want to get going?"
"Yeah, sure, see you guys later. Make sure you go on the roller coaster, it was indescribable," Lex said, waving to them good-bye.
"Bye," Chloe called back as they began to walk off.
Once the pair was out of ear shot, the remaining pair turned and shared a suspicious look.
"There's something definitely going on between those two," Lana observed.
"I think you're right," Clark agreed, frowning.
Lex drove Chloe back to the Talon in a companionable silence. They'd had fun that night, there was no need for words just then, and they were content with each other's company.
Just before arriving at their destination, Lex broke the silence. "Tonight was nice," he said simply.
Chloe glanced over at him; his eyes were focused on the road so she couldn't get a real read on him. "Really? You really liked the fair?"
He nodded his head. "The fair was great," he let her know. "But, I've got to admit, I don't know if I would have had half the fun I did if I were with someone else at the time."
Chloe blushed at his offhand compliment; she was thankful that his eyes were still on the road, so he couldn't see.
When they finally reached The Talon, Lex pulled up next to her car. He turned off the ignition and turned in his seat to face Chloe.
"I can't remember the last time I just let loose and had some real fun. Thank you, Chloe." He gave her an intense look that she couldn't quite decipher.
"What um… are you thanking me for?" Chloe replied nervously, her breathing becoming labored under that stare.
Lex's hand reached out to push her blonde locks from her eyes. "For being here, tonight, with me…"
She let out a breathy "Oh," before he was suddenly leaning forward. It was a mere millisecond later when his lips were suddenly on hers. He was kissing her!
Stunned, Chloe didn't respond at first. It took a second of coaxing on his part, but she suddenly relaxed into his touch and kissed him back.
Before the kiss could get any more intense, Lex pulled back. "Chloe?" he breathed out her name.
"Yeah," she whispered, eyes still closed, caught up in the moment.
"Would you have dinner with me tomorrow night?"
She opened her eyes and was struck by the blueness of his eyes focused on her. "Yes, I'd like that."
A smile came to his face. "Great, I'll pick you up at seven."
She reached for the door handle, giving him a smile of her own. "Good, I'll see you then."
Before she could get the door open, Lex was reached for her again. This time, when they kissed, it was briefer, but definitely not any less intense.
"Night, Lex," she said quickly, hurrying to open the door. She was afraid if she didn't get out now, she would never want to get out. Lex was a dangerous man.
"Night, Chloe."
Chloe hopped out of his car and into her own. It was then that she realized she'd been holding her breath the entire time. She took in a deep breath and asked herself, Is this for real?
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