Nothing Left-Part 21

Notes: We're at the prom. I appreciate all the reviews and I love to see them in my box. So this chapter we're still at the prom and the king and queen is about to be announced . Enjoy!

"Before I announce the winners I'd just like to say a personal note that these two have persevered over so many obstacles and they are role models for us all. This year's king and Queen is Clark Kent and Lana Lang,"the man at the microphone boomed over the whole room. Cheers exploded and people were screaming Clark and Lana's name. Lana glanced at Clark's shocked face and whispered, "If only you could see your face right now. Let's go,"Lana said as she pulled Clark with her up to the stage. As Clark and Lana received their crowns and Lana got her flowers, Clark couldn't help but feel like it was all so cheesy that he and Lana would win something like that. It was more of Lana's thing than his but, he had to admit to himself he liked getting to slow dance with her in the middle of all those people when they got to have their dance. He realized that they got the sympathy vote, but he decided to take it. The prom went by very quickly after the announcement of the king and queen. Clark, Lana, Pete, and Chloe spent most of their time at the table drinking coffee that Chloe smuggled in (because she's not a punch person) and talking about old memories. "Hey you remember the time that guy wanted to date me for my body heat,"Chloe said laughing. "Oh hey remember the time I smelled that stupid flower and dressed like a hooker,"Lana said. "Hey, I thought that was pretty cool,"Clark said as Lana took a swat at him. "Oh yeah bad boy what about you and that leather jacket. Actually I thought that was pretty good too. Any chance of ditching the flannel?"Lana asked being sarcastic and holding up an invisible microphone. "No, sorry,"Clark said. "What about Pete and that football helmet freshmen year,"Chloe said. "What? That football helmet looked good on me,"Pete said in his defense. "Uh huh, if good is not being able to see or looking like a bobble head doll,"Clark said. "Excuse me everyone. It has been a very good prom this year and we'd like to ask you to all be responsible leaving here. This is the call for our last dance. All you couples, last chance to get on the floor.

Clark extended his hand to Lana and Pete did the same to Chloe and the foursome went to the dance floor. The final song was Death Cab For Cutie's 'A Lack Of Color'(If you don't know it a)watch the O.C. and b) it's slow and has a good soft male vocal). "Tonight was fun. Did you have a good time?"Clark asked Lana as they slow danced to the song. "I had a great time with you. What do you want to do after?"Lana asked. "I don't know. We could go get something to eat but it is a little late for that,"Clark said trying to think of something so he wouldn't have to go home. "Why don't we go to the Talon and hang out together and I'll get us some coffee,"Lana said. "Good, I need a caffeine fix,"Clark said as Lana laid her head on his chest enjoying their final dance.

After the dance, Lana and Clark said goodbye to Pete and Chloe and got in their limo and headed back to the Talon. When they arrived at the Talon it was closed and Lana let them in and turned on the cappuccino machine. Clark took off his jacket and set it on the counter. He walked behind the counter and came up behind Lana and wrapped his arms around so his hands rested on her stomach. "Only Talon employees are allowed behind the counter,"Lana said as Clark planted kisses on her cheek and started working her way down her neck. "Well I heard the boss here is really hot so I just throw her a smile if she has a problem,"he said as Lana blushed. "You are right and she's incredibly sweet too,"Lana said as she turned around to face him. They leaned in for the kiss, slow and gentle at first. Then the kiss became more passionate as Clark slipped his tongue into Lana's mouth who massaged his tongue with her own. Lana ran her hands through his hair and over his back. As she leaned on the counter, Clark left her mouth and planted soft kisses down her neck which caused a slight moan to escape Lana's mouth which made Clark kiss her on the lips. Then, Lana made a quick decision to make the first move; she unbuttoned his top button. This caused Clark to stop and open his eyes to meet Lana's. "Do you wanna . . .uh . .does this mean you're ready?"Clark said not really knowing what to say. "Are you?"Lana asked looking straight into his eyes. "I am if you are. If you're not then I'm not,"Clark said still not wanting to pressure her. Lana closed her eyes and leaned up for a short quick kiss. "I've been thinking about it a lot and I realize that I love you and I want to be with you. So . . .yes,"Lana said. An mixed expression of happiness and relief spread across Clark's face. Lana took Clark's hand, "Come with me."

She held his hand as they walked upstairs to the apartment above the Talon. She lead the way to the bed. She took off his tie and started to unbutton his shirt. When she finished, she tossed it on a chair and looked back into his eyes and smiled. Lana and Clark took off their shoes and Lana laid back on the bed. Clark climbed on top of her and held himself over her. "You're sure, right?"Clark asked still wanting to be careful. "I love you,"Lana answered him. "I love you too Lana,"Clark said as he leaned down and kissed her. Lana ran her hands slowly from his rock hard abs around to his back. She thought, 'Oh God. He feels so good. Much better then I imagined.' Lana felt safe with Clark. Lana and Clark switched positions and Lana went on top. She started planting kisses from his neck to his pecks to his abs and to his belly button. Clark's head went to the side immensely enjoying Lana's light kisses and his eye opened only for a moment but he caught a glimpse of a letter from the Paris School Of The Arts that was dated a month ago. He then thought, 'Wait. She never told me about a letter.' He realized it was not a convenient time to read something as Lana was sucking on his neck but he did it anyway.

It read :

Dear Ms. Lang,

We're overjoyed that you decided to accept our offer for early admission. We'd like to remind you that you must report to our offices in Paris by May 4th. We've contacted your home high school counselor and they have promised us that they will forward any necessary work that you will need to complete to finish your junior year. If you are planning ahead we encourage you to apply for all year round classes and finish your last year of high school at our program. We look forward to seeing you.

Sincerely,

Pamela Tandy

Director Of The Arts Program

"Wait a second,"Clark said slightly pushing Lana off him and standing up leaving her with a very confused look on her face. "I thought you wanted to,"Lana said looking a little shocked. He walked over to the end table and picked up the letter. "Excuse my 'french' but what the hell is this Lana?"Clark said with his voice escalating. Lana closed her eyes in frustration as she saw him holding the letter. "I was going to tell you. Really, I was. I didn't want to ruin tonight,"Lana said. "Lana, today's date is April 24th. This says your leaving in a week. So what were you going to do? Sleep with me and during pillow talk between the 'I love you's and the 'That was amazing's' and squeeze it in there somewhere. You were really going to do this and spring this on me with less than a week before you have to leave,"Clark said laughing sarcastically. "Look I wanted us to have a perfect night before I have to leave. Is that such a crime?"she said yelling slightly herself. "Yeah, I think it is. I think it's stupid and heartless. Oh, wait. Maybe you weren't going to tell me at all. Maybe you were just going to disappear next week and give me a courtesy phone call from Paris so I wouldn't send out the search dogs. Or maybe it would've been a postcard. First of all, you could've told a month ago and we could've talked about it, instead of ya hiding it,"Clark said yelling. "I was scared,"Lana said on the verge of tears. "What were you scared of Lana? You have nothing to be scared of. Me on the other hand, my so called girlfriend who I was about to sleep with has been lying to me this whole time. She's going to Paris in a week and could be staying there for a very long time and . . .,"Clark stopped mid sentence and froze. Lana didn't know what to do. He had never been this mad at her before. "Clark . .please,"Lana began as she got up from the bed and started to walk toward him. Clark turned around reached in his pocket and pulled out and envelope and slammed it on the counter. "I'll walk home,"Clark said as he walked to the door and slammed it. Lana walked over and picked up the envelope and opened it. Inside were two tickets to The Killers in Metropolis for the weekend when she was originally supposed to leave which was in June. Also, there was a small business card for Perrone's restaurant in Metropolis, that had the day after the concert on it for reservations. Perrone's was the most expensive and exclusive restaurant in Metropolis and Clark had gotten them reservations. This meant he'd already planned out their last weekend together before she left which was going to be a month away. She couldn't believe how she stupid she had acted and in doing so she had she extremely hurt the one she loved. Lana laid back on the bed and broke down in tears.