Hey all, here is the next installment of The Real Destiny. Savor it because it might be the only one for a while. I'm really busy in school at the moment. 2 Science projects and my Humanities teacher is hounding us with homework! And I am about to go on vacation in a week. Anyway, with out further adieu…
Disclaimer: Be glad I don't own you KK and Tom, 'cuz you guys would definitely be in an arranged marriage. Who cares about that woman Tom is married to, that's what divorces are for!
Chapter 2: Secrets, Secrets Are No Fun
Chloe got the answer she wanted so she ignored the fact that they were both glancing shyly at each other and invited herself into Clark's home office. She went over to the only clear space amongst the papers sprawled across the surface and the overflowing metal baskets full of papers, and tugged her bag from her shoulder, setting it there.
Clark followed after her with Lana at his side and Krypto at their heels. As Clark entered the room, he went over to where his blonde companion was riffling through her bag. After a few seconds Chloe pulled a packet of papers from the mess and shoved it in Clark's face with a triumphant, "Tada." Lana took up her spot next to Clark, crossing her arms across her upper belly. The bright photograph, showing a muscular man in a blue leotard looking costume with a large 'S' on the chest, and a red cape was bursting from a burning building with a small child in his protective arms, covered most of the page. In big red letters, the title read, "A Lucky Family Gives Superman Their Thanks."
Lana wrapped a loving arm around Clark's waist and gave him a smile.
"Yet again, Superman saves the day and I STILL don't have an inkling of who the mystery man is!" exclaimed Chloe as Clark handed the article back to her and shrugged lightheartedly.
"Who knows Chlo.. It could be anyone.. I don't ever know.." He said with practiced aloofness, intertwining his fingers with Lana's.
"Yea, and you are one of his closest pals.. He sure has trust issues.." replied the young reporter. This time it was Lana who spoke, trying to hide the resentment in her voice.
"Well I'm sure he has his reasons.. He is probably just another guy who has a girlfriend or wife to come home to and maybe some children too. If I was in his position I wouldn't want to risk their safety either."
Chloe looked up from the paper in her hands to stare blankly at the raven hair girl.
"Jeez Lana, don't get so defensive.. It's not like we are talking about Clark here.."
Lana gave her a small smile after receiving a reassuring kiss on the cheek from Clark.
"Sorry Chloe.. I guess I'm just hungry and need some coffee." Lana explained to her friend with an apologetic smile. Chloe returned the smile as she ushered Lana from Clark's grip.
"How about you go get dressed and then we go out for some coffee, and then go do some shopping.. My treat!"
Four hours later Chloe and Lana collapsed on the only empty bench in the food court of the mall, bags surrounding their feet. Lana had managed to convince Chloe into letting her pay for some of her own stuff.
"I am pooped.." came Chloe's muffled response as she let out a loud yawn. Lana let her eyes drift close as she leaned back, trying to relax.
" A nice hot bath would be great right about now.." Lana murmured and Chloe grunted in agreement. The two girls fell silent as they waited for the feeling to return in their feet.
"Remind me never to wear heels EVER again!" whined Chloe as she rubbed her aching legs. When she got no response she looked over at Lana who still had her eyes shut peacefully.
"Hey Earth to Lana!" she snickered, waving her hand in front of Lana's face, who opened her eyes lazily.
"Sorry about that.." she muttered. Chloe shrugged and looked at her watch.
"I was just wondering when our chauffer was gonna pick us up?" Lana sat up at the mention of Clark.
"Well, he is supposed to pick us up right here in about.." She pushed the sleeve of her denim jacket out of the way and glanced at her watch. "Any minute.."
No sooner than she had finished her sentence, Clark appeared in the crowd and strode toward them. Lana smiled and jumped up to give him a quick hug and a kiss.
"How much did you guys get?" asked Clark as he surveyed the pile of shopping bags filled with stuff from bath towels, to dog treats. As his eyes settled on a small pink bag, Lana snatched it up and stuffed it in her purse.
"Hey, no peeking!" She said, giggling, then whispered in his ear, "Otherwise, you don't ever get to see it on me!" Chloe rolled her eyes and grabbed her bags. She didn't have as much as Lana because she wasn't trying to decorate a new apartment, and could manage the bulging bags on her own.
Clark grabbed almost all the bags, leaving only a small bag with some incense and candles in it for Lana to carry. Lana gave him a grateful look and the trio made their way out of the busy mall.
As soon as Chloe left for her place, Lana let herself sink into the comfy suede couch in the living room. Krypto lay at her feet protectively, with his head in his paws. Clark came out of the bathroom, after making a hot bubble bath and lighting all the candles. He stepped into the living room and smiled at the scene before him. His angel had curled up on the couch with a very cute expression on her face and her dark raven tresses spilling out around her beautiful face.
Clark walked over to her and sat down next to her small form and stroked her hair gently. He watched her sleep for a few moments before the urge to kiss her flawless lips became too unbearable. He leaned forward slowly, and placed a soft kiss on her sweet mouth. Her eyelids fluttered open to reveal her lovely orbs. Clark could never decide what color they were. Sometimes they were almost as green as his and other times they were a light honey. It didn't matter.. They were still the prettiest eyes he had ever seen.
"Hey Clark.." She whispered as she reached up to touch his newly shaved face. He smiled at her and brushed a strand of hair from her face.
"There's a bath waiting for you if you want it.." he replied as he pulled himself up, being careful not to step on Krypto and gave her a kiss on the forehead, helping her sit up.
"I'd love one.." She replied, standing up beside him and planting a soft kiss on the side of his lips before he scooped her into his arms, bridal style. Lana let out a soft giggle as he carried her into the bathroom and set her on the counter before removing all of her clothing, little by little. Once she was free of her clothes he lowered her into the steaming water with a kiss on the cheek, then left to leave Lana in peace to take her bath.
A./N.: Again.. sorry it's so short.. but hopefully I can have more done by the time I leave for Mexico on the 19.. so cross your fingers..
