Disturbing Revelations

Disclaimer:
I don't own the characters (minus Derek Dritchas & Dr. Ariel Zehr)...yada yada...All that good stuff...

Rating:
T (just to be safe) for themes/content

Genre:
Drama/Romance

Pairing:
Clex

Violent Discoveries

Clark had gone out for a walk one chilly November afternoon when he came upon a sight that would shake him down to the core. What the hell?...He thought to himself when he saw the form of someone lying on the ground. Speeding over to where the figure lay, Clark froze when he saw who it was. Oh God!...Lex!...He thought, taking in the sight of Lex's bloodied body which was bare from the waist down. Kneeling down beside him, Clark pressed two fingers gently to Lex's neck Well...'Least he's alive...He thought to himself. God...What the hell happened?...

Looking into Lex's closed, blue eyes, Clark asked softly "Lex? Lex, can you hear me?..." He sighed slightly in relief when he heard Lex grumble softly as his eyes fluttered open and he grumbled. "Clark..." Taking in the sight of Lex's condition, Clark noticed that cuts, scrapes, bruises and gashes covered nearly every inch of his body as he asked "What...What happened?" Trying to recall what had happened to him, Lex replied weakly "He...He raped me..." Livid at the thought of anybody intentionally hurting Lex, Clark thought to himself I swear to God...If I ever get my hands on the little bastard that did this...Let's just say it won't be pretty...Concealing his fury, Clark asked "Who?...Who raped you?..." Still somewhat groggy and feeling rather weak, Lex replied "Derek..."

Oh, am I gonna have fun with Derek next time I see him...His ass is so gonna fry...Clark thought to himself upon hearing that the Battalion Commander for Smallville High's ROTC Battalion being responsible for what had happened to Lex. Scooping Lex up in his arms, Clark sped him off to the hospital. While the doctors were doing their job, Clark waited impatiently in the waiting room. I swear to God...Derek's ass is grass and I'm a Goddamn lawn mower...Clark thought to himself angrily. His thought process was soon interrupted by the sound of someone calling his name.

"Mr. Kent?" Came a somewhat quiet voice from behind him. Turning to see who had addressed him, Clark replied "Yes?" Smiling out of courtesy, the young woman in front of him replied "I'm Doctor Ariel Zehr...I'm here to fill you in on the condition of your friend, a Mr..." Dr. Zehr's voice trailed off as she reviewed the clipboard in her hands. "...Lex Luthor..." For a moment, Clark would have sworn time had stopped when he'd heard Lex's name. Oh, God...Please tell me he's okay...He thought to himself as he asked quietly "How is he?" Reviewing her notes once more, Dr. Zehr replied "Well, his vitals are stable...He did suffer several minor injuries as well as a significant blood loss...All in all I'd say he'll be just fine..."

Sighing slightly in relief, Clark asked "Can I see him?" Smiling, Dr. Zehr replied "Yes, of course. He's actually asked to see you..." Smiling now himself, Clark replied "Great...Thanks..." Turning to lead Clark back to the room where Lex was waiting for him, Dr. Zehr replied "No problem, Mr. Kent." Following her, Clark continued thinking of ways to exact his revenge. Nobody hurt Lex and got away with it, and Clark was going to make damn sure that Derek was no exception. However, all of his anger and hate seemed to melt away as he entered the room to see Lex look up into his eyes, his piercing blue eyes full of fear and pleading. He looked broken and defeated. One thing was certain...He wasn't the same Lex Luthor Clark once knew and most likely never would be.

As Dr. Zehr left, Clark sat next to Lex on the metal as he greeted "Hey, Lex." Upon not receiving a response, he asked "Lex?...Lex, what's wrong?" Looking back up into Clark's soft green eyes, Lex read the evident concern written in them and took comfort in knowing that atleat one person still cared about him. Softly, he replied "It's just...I can't believe all that's been going on...I just feel so...Used and worthless..."

Clark had been taken aback by this reaction. He'd never seen this side of Lex. Without fully realizing it, he wrapped a comforting arm around Lex's shoulders as he assumed. "You feel violated..." Silently, Lex just nodded in confirmation. He'd found it rather odd that even though he felt he couldn't trust men anymore, he didn't mind Clark's arm draped around his shoulders. Instead, he found the touch rather comforting, though, deep down, he knew why.

Trying to comfort his friend, Clark replied "Lex, it's okay...That's only natural...Anybody would feel that way in your position...And in the meantime, I'm here for you if you need me..." Listening to Clark's words, Lex smiled as he quietly replied "Thanks, Clark..." Smiling himself, Clark replied "Anytime..." Changing the subject, he added "...Well...Whaddo ya say we get outta here...I'm sure you'd rather just be alone right now, rather than have everybody crowding around you like this..." Looking back up at Clark, Lex replied softly "Actually, Clark...would you mind staying with me for a while...I really don't wanna be alone right now..."

Nodding understandingly, Clark replied "Of course...Like I said, I'm here for you whenever you need me..." Smiling, Lex replied "Thanks, Clark...That means a lot to me..." Smiling, Clark replied "Don't mention it..." With that, Lex and Clark got up off the table as Clark lead Lex out the door to his truck where he proceeded to take Lex home.

Curious as to what had happened, Clark decided it best not to push the subject. Eh...I'm sure Lex really doesn't wanna talk about it right now...Which, hell, who could blame him...His privacy was completely violated-not to mention his trust has been totally destroyed...Hell, I wouldn't wanna talk about it either...Clark thought to himself. Turning to face Clark, Lex said "I just wanted to say thank you..." He stated, breaking the silence which had befallen the two men.

Curious, Clark asked "For what?" Half smiling, Lex replied "For finding me...Saving me's more like it..." Smiling, Clark turned to Lex and replied "It's not a problem..." Also curious, himself, Lex asked "How'd you even know where I was, anyway?" Smirking slightly, Clark replied "I didn't...Know where you were that is...You just got lucky in that I was just out for a walk when I happened to find you..." Question answered, Lex replied "Well, I don't care how or why...I'm just glad you did..." His voice taking on a more serious tone, Lex added "Clark...You have no idea how scared I was-and still am I guess-before you found me..."

Resting a hand on his friend's shoulder, Clark replied "Lex, don't worry...It's over now...Derek's gonna get his...I promise..." Looking over toward Lex, Clark noticed him wince at the mention of Derek's name. Understanding it would bring up terrible memories for him, Clark added "Sorry..." Smiling slightly, Lex replied "Don't worry 'bout it..."

After what seemed like forever, Clark was finally pulling up into the driveway of the Luthor Mansion. Leading Lex inside, Clark stayed with him in the living room as Lex had asked. About an hour later, Lex looked up into Clark's soft green eyes as he stated "Clark...I just wanted to thank you-again-for staying with me like this...It really means a lot to me, you being here for me like this..." Smiling his ever famous charming smile, Clark replied "Don't mention it, Lex...I'll always be there for you whenever you need me..."

Smiling as well, Lex took comfort in knowing that those words were true. He knew Clark would always be there for him and that sort of worked to put his mind at ease. However, he was soon snapped back to reality as Clark stood and moved next to him on the couch. "Listen...It's gettin' kinda late...You gonna be okay?" Clark rested a concerned hand on his friend's shoulder. He wasn't going to leave until he knew for certain that Lex was gonna be all right.

Resting a hand atop Clark's, Lex replied "Yeah...I think so..." Not totally convinced, Clark replied "Are you sure?...I can stay longer if you need me to..." Smiling at how much Clark seemed to care about him, Lex replied "Thanks, Clark. I appreciate the gesture but, I'll be fine...Really..." Still a little hesitant, Clark decided to let it go and trust Lex's judgement. "All right...If you're sure..." He added, hesitantly. Smiling convincingly, Lex replied "I'm sure, Clark...Don't worry about me...I'll be fine..." Letting it go, Clark replied "Okay, Lex...I'll see ya later..." Watching as Clark turned to go, Lex replied "See ya later, Clark."

With that said, Clark then left the mansion and headed on his way home. The next day would prove to be rather interesting for Clark and a certain Battaltion Commander. Derek will so pay for what he did to Lex!...Nobody hurts Lex and gets away with it...Nobody... He thought to himself as he walked inside his house and made his way up to his room. There, he changed out of the clothes he'd been wearing as he climbed into bed. Turning out the light, he found sleep to be close to impossible with his mind racing with thoughts of the events which had transpired that afternoon and evening.

Back in his own bedroom, Lex, too, found sleep was successfully eluding him. He, however, was haunted by memories of what Derek had done to him. He remembered fearing for his very life and wondering if Derek would let him escape with even a shred of his pride. All he could say was how grateful he was for Clark rescuing him the way he had. I don't know what I would have done, had Clark not found me when he did...Then again, when has he ever not been there for me when he I needed him...He thought to himself, taking comfort in memories of all the times Clark had been there for him just as he had been that afternoon and evening.