Title: Could this day get any worse?

Rating: PG 13- Teen

Disclaimer: I don't own anything or anyone from Smallville or Cheaper by the Dozen. I wish I owned Charlie Baker, I mean come on who doesn't want a man like that? But alas I do not own any of them, only my plot which I hope you like!

Pairing: Chloe/Charlie Baker

Summary: After witnessing Clark and Lois kissing, a heartbroken Chloe runs away, and ends up with her car breaking down, only to be rescued by one Charlie Baker. It happens that Chloe having no money and no place to stay, makes a deal with Charlie. She will work for him as a secretary for his auto shop in exchange for car repairs and a place to stay. They slowly fall for eachother, but it all turns bad when Clark whose been searching for her for months finally tracks her down with the help of Lex. Clark wants to take her home as does Lex, but Chloe doesn't want to go. What happens When Charlie, who loves Chloe decides to fight for her?

AN: I realized Charlie's mother name was Kate, so I am sorry about getting it wrong in the first chapter!

AN2: This is the chapter everyone wants, the long awaited arrival of Clark! I hope I got it right!

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It had been five months since the night that Nigel decided to try and fly off the banister, and things couldn't be going better for one Chloe Sullivan. She and Charlie had been officially together for four and half months. There days were set in a nice routine, they would get up in the morning around 6 a.m. which Chloe had complained about for weeks, much to the amusement of Charlie who soon realized Chloe was not a morning person.

After eating breakfast together they would head off to work. Charlie would fix the cars, and Chloe would work at the computer, where she spent most of the day until Charlie dragged her home. And that's truly what his log cabin had become. It was home to not only Charlie, or Chloe, but to them of both. Once home they would share a nice dinner, sometimes going to the diner down the street.

Chloe had come to feel comfortable in her new home, and her new life. She didn't think of Smallville much anymore, and when she did, she was sure not to cry. She did miss her friends and Lois, but they were a part of her past. A past she had let go of months ago.

She had thrown herself into her new life with vigor. She loved spending time with the Bakers, especially the children. She had become very close with Nora, and often baby sat for she and Bud when they wanted or needed to go out. Which as a matter of fact she was doing at this moment. Nora and Bud went out to have a nice dinner, and so Chloe was watching Tommy until they got back. Charlie had run into town to get dinner for the three of them.

"Tommy come here sweetheart, Uncle Charlie should be home soon and we need to get you all washed up."

The two year old boy ran to Chloe with his arms outstretched. "Aunny Chlo!"

Chloe picked him up with a smile and twirled him around. She felt dizzy so she stopped spinning and walked to the bathroom, where she washed his face and hands. She watched as he dried his hands off with a smile. He was so proud of himself, and Chloe was proud of him as well. She had gotten close to the whole family and she considered Tommy her nephew. She turned when she heard the door open, and saw Charlie come in carrying a bag which contained there meal for the evening.

"Hey!" He came and wrapped his arms around Chloe, and kissed her gently. He smiled as Tommy came running at him, and picks him up, high into the air.

"Hey Sport! I got your favorite for dinner."

Tommy shoots a toothy smile, "Mashed tatoes?" He asks with curiosity.

Charlie grins, "Of course, with gravy." He sets the boy down and turns to Chloe. "I got you the turkey sub with extra mayo liked you asked, and some fried chicken for myself. Do you need me to set out the plates?"

Chloe smiles brightly at Charlie and shakes her head. "Nope. Its already done. Tommy was a big helper and was my assistant while setting the table."

The young boy beams with pride. Charlie and Chloe laugh and they all sit down to eat.

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It was a few hours later and Chloe was talking to Nora while Charlie and Bud settled a sleeping Tommy into the car. They were talking to each other with animated gestures and Chloe could only guess they were talking about cars. Charlie only got that way when speaking about cars.

She sighs and turns to Nora. The woman she considered her sister. "Nora? Can I talk to you about something?"

The older woman turns to her, an expression of worry on her features. "Of course Chlo, you know you can talk to me about anything. What is it?"

Chloe takes a deep breath, she wasn't sure how to word what she wanted to say. She was terrified. "I-I think I may be pregnant." She stutters out.

Nora's eyes widen, and she pulls Chloe close to her. "Are you sure? Have you taken a test? How far along do you think you are?"

Chloe lets out a small smile at Nora's obvious excitement. "Well, I'm not sure yet. I haven't taken a test, but I am two weeks late, and I am never late."

Nora can see the fear in the blondes eyes. "Have you told Charlie?"

Chloe shakes her head, "No I want to be sure first."

Nora continues, "Well have you got a test?"

Again the blonde shakes her head answering with a no. "I haven't had time to buy it without Charlie around."

Nora snaps her fingers, "Oh hold on!" She digs into her purse and pulls out a pregnancy test. She grins at Chloe's wondering look. "I always have one incase of emergencies. In the Baker family you can never be to careful." She frowns when the other girl flinches. "Hey, its ok you know. If you are, I know Charlie would be happy. Have you had any symptoms?"

Chloe thinks for a moment before answering. "Well I have been feeling sick to my stomach and tired a tiny bit, but I figured its just with stress. Oh Nora!" She leans against the girl. "What if I am? Charlie and I are still just dating, and who says he would even want a baby? Are we really ready for a baby? How could we afford a baby? What if he wants me to leave?"

Nora hugs the girl softly, "First of all, no one knows for sure yet. Don't panic until you know. Second of all, so what if you are? Charlie would never make you leave. He would never abandon you or a baby, you know that. Plus no one is every really ready for a baby, usually its unexpected, but not unwelcome. Bud and I hadn't been planning with Tommy, but we wouldn't take it back even if we could. As for money, I thought the auto shop was doing really well? And if you needed money you know of course the family will help out."

Chloe tries to smile, "Your right. If I am pregnant it will work out. I mean it has to right?" Her smile brightens when the other girl nods. "Plus we don't know for sure, so I'll take the test tonight."

They hug before Nora leaves, whispers encouraging words.

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Charlie is pacing the living room nervously. He had talked to Bud and decided that tonight was the night to do it. He was going to ask. He loved her so much. It was the right time. Bud was right, there was no reason to wait. He takes a breath as Chloe walks into the room, a nervous smile on her face.

"We need to talk-" they both started at the same time. They laughed.

"You can go first." Charlie offered.

Chloe shook her head. "No, no, mine can wait. You go."

Charlie takes a breath, "I need to ask you something."

Chloe looks at him quizzically. "You can ask me anything Charlie you know that."

Charlie takes another deep calming breath, he drops down on one knee, and takes her hand in his. Chloe feels as if her heart is going to stop. She can feel it beating, but she fears it will stop at any moment. She cant stop a smile from appearing slowly, the corners of her mouth upturning in a smile.

"Chloe Anne Sullivan, I love you, and sure have only been together 5 months, but I do know that I want to spend the rest of my life with you. Will you do me the honor of marrying me?"

Chloe lets out the brightest smile she has ever sported and wraps her arms around him. "Yes! Yes! YES!"

Charlie picks her up and spins her around, kissing her softly and sweetly. They are interrupted when there is a knock on the door. "Wonder who that could be this late?" Charlie says.

He opens the door after setting her down, and frowns at who he sees. He knows immediately who it is. Chloe had shown him pictures. The first was a bald man, who stood with an air of confidence. This had to be Lex Luthor. The other gentleman, had to be Clark Kent. If Charlie had not been warned about how much they looked alike he probably would have freaked out.

This guy could almost be his twin! But Chloe had told Charlie all about Clark Kent. So the heart attack he would have had otherwise wasn't here now. Thank god for that.

"We are here to see Chloe Sullivan." The man who must be Lex stated.

Charlie turned when he heard Chloe's shocked voice. "Lex? Clark?" There a pause, then anger. "What the hell are you doing here?"

Clark and Lex pushed by Charlie into the house. "Now Chloe calm down-" Lex started but was interrupted by Chloe.

"NO! Don't you tell me to calm down! You," She grabs his arm, heading towards the bathroom, "Follow me, and you," She turns to Clark, "Stay here. Ill deal with you when I get back."

Charlie looks at her with concern. "Chloe do you need me to come with you?"

She is radiating anger, but offers a warm smile to Charlie. "I'm fine but could you please stay with Clark while Lex," she growls his name. "And I have a quick talk?"

Charlie nods and watches her walk off to the bathroom with Lex. He would hate to be Lex right now. No matter how rich the dude, you couldn't have enough money to get Charlie to deal with a pissed off Chloe Sullivan.

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Chloe shuts the door and turns her cold glare on Lex. "What the hell is Clark doing here? What the hell are you doing here?"

Lex still trying to be calm and rational states. "Clark was worried and Ive been dealing with him for months. I thought it was high time you both acted like adults and handled your problems."

Chloe is furious, "I trusted you Alexander Luthor! Damn it, have you not heard of a phone?"

Lex scowls at the use of his name. "Clark wanted to see you in person."

She throws her hands up, "Ahh yes, and what Clark wants he gets right? Don't I have a say in this at all? What about what I wanted? You know what, forget it! Ill handle this myself." She throws open the door and walks out.

Lex goes to follow but stops when he sees a test in the trash. A pregnancy test to be exact. He picks it up in curiosity and looks down. He tilts his head as he reads….

TBC..

Read and Review ok? Im going to Boston tomorrow but will right the next and most likely last chapter and post it when I get there.